American Idol 8
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It would be a gross understatement to say this concert was actually an Adam Lambert concert with all the other Idols acting as warm-up and opening acts for him. You knew who the fans were when they kept showing up on the video screens the advertisement for the American Idols Live Tour. When they got to Adam Lambert the entire venue started screaming. It was shown at least 8-9 times, including intermission, and they screamed right on cue. Like someone said to me who was sitting in my row, "it's just a picture" (of Adam). My ears are still ringing from some fans sitting next to me who screamed when Adam came on for his set. That I will certainly get to later.For now I will merely recap my impression of who I thought greatly improved after the show and who gave the better performances. Megan Joy actually worked the staged unlike being glued behind the microphone stand when she was on American Idol. Scott MacIntyre truly impressed me with his two songs. He had a great rapport with the crowd. I liked how Scott talked about the "high five" he got from Ryan Seacrest and the reaction from the media over it. My favorite part of all was his spot on imitation of Simon Cowell. Of course he was at the piano during the set. Being behind the piano and playing it is what Scott does best.
Lil Rounds may have gotten a lot of criticisms from the judges during her Idol journey, but she really got the crowd going. I loved her second song, especially the sing-a-long chorus. I was singing along to it as well. However, when she did her own dance number on Beyonce's "Put a Ring on It" the crowd went crazy. She was definitely on fire. Matt Giraud was the last finalist to perform before the 20-minute intermission. He opened with a song I really like "Hard to Handle" by The Black Crows. Towards the end of the song the piano comes up from a stage opening. Once it was leveled to the rest of the stage Matt starts doing his version of Jerry Lee Lewis at the piano.
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08/13/2009
I went to the concert last weekend. Best performers of the night were definitely Matt, Anoop, Danny, and Adam. I liked Allison during the show, but found her performance during the concert disappointing - I could barely understand a word she said. People continued cheering long after Danny left the stage. Danny and Adam had the most applause, while Kris, which is surprising for a "winner," had the same amount of applause as people who left during the first few weeks...interesting...
Spiceyone
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08/05/2009
It is the Adam show. Let's just see how the careers go. I can't wait to see Adam winning Grammys. Kris can have the casinos. I agree with Trish but I don't think Kris was the worst. Taylor Hicks was. Where is his career and where is Chris Daughtrys?
AnoopFan4Life
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08/01/2009
Um, great review? How so when some of the great singers/performers were not even mentioned? Anoop has been sounding amazing at each tour stop. He has the potential to become a huge star worldwide. Can't wait til he releases music of his own!
Tom
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07/30/2009
I was at this concert. It was a good show but the only time it really felt like a real "concert" was when Adam was on stage. He really was the one that the crowd came for. The other performers were pretty good but the crowd sat through them. As Danny was finishing his set you could feel the crowd getting excited. As soon as Danny finished and the lights went dark the whole crowd got on their feet and the screams started. Adam didn't disappoint. He rocked the crowd who stayed on their feet through his entire set. And yes, after he finished the crowd still screamed for a good minute.
trish
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07/30/2009
dee, for me its not the first time i saw a review saying danny got more applause than the winner kris. of course, adam always got the most applause but reading different blogs i think for most of the tour adam got the most cheers, 2nd is danny and kris is always third - except at AR where kris got the most applause which was not surprising because its his hometown. i think kris is the most unlikely winner ever on AI history and probably least popular. if his album becomes successful i dont know that remains to be seen.
Dee
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07/29/2009
This is the first review I have read that said Danny got more applause than Kris. I don't believe it. But then maybe my disbelief has something to do with the fact that I can't stand Danny anyway...well, it's not really Danny I don't suppose...it's his blatant use of the sympathy card. And I've seen plenty of tour videos, and Kris Allen was amazing! Adam is really talented, but I'm just not into him.
Hanna
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07/29/2009
I know people that were in the front row. There was a red cat o nine tails and white fuzzy handcuffs, along with the bra, undies and roses. :)
Maxine I saw a red whip, handcuffs, a sequined bedazzled bra, red undies, black thong and red rose. I did not see the spurs but I might have missed them with the bedlam and my GF breaing my ear drums!
Matt, there were some things thrown on stage for Adam. I was sitting right in the center at the opposite end of the stage. I could see everything, but at a distance. At first I thought they were ladies lingerie, but I read somewhere else it was a whip and spurs(?). Yes, I too was very curious. I will let you know if I find out anything more.
Great Review Yes this is the Adam show PEROID! The others are but opening acts. Even the winner Kris! What happened? Didn't any of these throngs of Adam fans vote! Curious very curious
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