The Dogmother Posted January 11, 2015 Share Posted January 11, 2015 Just been watching this footage of Adam Lambert fronting Queen, and I approve.... he has the flamboyance and vocal gymnastics/range to carry it off, and while Brian May has lost his trademark clogs I like Adam's cuban heels, which remind me of Prince in his hey day. Now need to see them live! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grandmashazzie Posted January 11, 2015 Share Posted January 11, 2015 Fabulous,we are going to Nottingham Jan and Liverpool Feb can't wait. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted January 11, 2015 Author Share Posted January 11, 2015 I think that I need to start saving! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grandmashazzie Posted January 11, 2015 Share Posted January 11, 2015 Roger and Brian are getting on,Queen may not tour again which is why I am going.I just love the music and Adam Lambert is a real showman I think Freddie would approve. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted January 11, 2015 Author Share Posted January 11, 2015 Me too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kinsk Posted January 11, 2015 Share Posted January 11, 2015 Is he the one they had at the New Years Eve TV thing they did? If it's the same one I just didn't get him He certainly has the vocal gymnastics to get through the songs but it sounded more musical theater to me. I'd rather a lesser singer with more charisma. He just didn't do it for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ain't Nobody Here Posted January 11, 2015 Share Posted January 11, 2015 I only saw a snippet of him with the band and I have to say, it didn't do it for me either . There's only one Freddie Mercury . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted January 11, 2015 Author Share Posted January 11, 2015 Granted that he's not the great showman that Freddie was, but I think it's important not to compare him, but to enjoy the experience for what it is. I think that most of the important elements of Queen were still there, but with a new twist; I have no doubt that he will grow into this role as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ain't Nobody Here Posted January 11, 2015 Share Posted January 11, 2015 (edited) You're right, I know. I've always struggled listening to covers of other performers' songs - all I can hear is how it doesn't sound like the original! Can't seem to help it . Edited January 11, 2015 by Guest Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted January 11, 2015 Author Share Posted January 11, 2015 Me too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soapdragon Posted January 12, 2015 Share Posted January 12, 2015 Panic, panic Just logged in to the Forum after a weekend off, saw the title of this thread and thought I'd missed the toppling of the monarchy Its an on going joke with everyone I know that I can be somewhat unaware of global happenings but this would have really taken the biscuit!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted January 12, 2015 Author Share Posted January 12, 2015 you are not the only one; I don't really watch TV, so my grasp of the news depends on the radio or newspaper Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grandmashazzie Posted January 12, 2015 Share Posted January 12, 2015 Brian May quoted from Telegraph,said Adam Lambert is a gift from God.He has technical ability beyond 99.9% singers in the world. Wow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WitchHazel Posted January 12, 2015 Share Posted January 12, 2015 I love Queen, saw them live at Knebworth before Freddie's demise. I watched Adam Lambert with Queen on New Year's Eve.. but I didn't think his voice was powerful enough to carry the songs. He looked like he could slot in - pretty enough to look at, costumes up well, cheeky tats and nail varnish, cuban heels; I was really hopeful that he could deliver the songs, but (to me) his voice just got a bit lost. Maybe the sound set up wasn't right for him. After Freddie's death, Queen had a concert with different people fronting different songs. The only one who had a voice powerful enough to do the song justice was - to my absolute surprise - was George Michael. Here's an examplehttp://www.dailymotion.com/video/x2qv7a_queen-george-michael-somebody-to-lo_music Still, I guess Adam Lambert is better than no Queen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted January 12, 2015 Author Share Posted January 12, 2015 Interesting that the George Michael and Queen combo works; I wouldn't have thought that his vocal range was wide enough (most of the songs were written for Freddie) and it isn't, but it still meshes well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grandmashazzie Posted January 25, 2015 Share Posted January 25, 2015 The concert at Nottingham last night was amazing.Brian did a very moving solo spot.He said it was a very special night as there was a special lady in the audience, Freddie's Mama.He then sang These Are The Days Of Your Life with pictures of Freddie on the screen,it was very emotional . In my opinion Adam was excellent and it's the best concert I have been to. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CatieB Posted January 26, 2015 Share Posted January 26, 2015 Sorry if I have missed the obvious. But who is he? Where has he come from. It is now queen and Adam Lambert listed or stated as if I should know him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grandmashazzie Posted January 26, 2015 Share Posted January 26, 2015 Adam Lambert was runner up on American Idol a few years ago and according to Brian and Roger is one of the few that has as good a vocal range as Freddie.He also is an amazing performer.Actually Prev post should have been Love of my life For those interested can be seen on you tube. Queen and Adam Lambert Freddie's mum Nottingham.Sorry can't do clicks thing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patsylabrador Posted January 26, 2015 Share Posted January 26, 2015 My blast from the past at the moment is Rammstein. I didn't follow them much originally but I'm really starting to like them now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grandmashazzie Posted January 26, 2015 Share Posted January 26, 2015 PL I haven't heard of them,will look them up.My besties b lasts Bay city Rollers,I know sad.We are going to see Les mcKeown on Feb 6 th dressed in tartan kilts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted January 26, 2015 Author Share Posted January 26, 2015 Here's the link you want Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grandmashazzie Posted January 26, 2015 Share Posted January 26, 2015 Oh thank you DM,very emotional,I think Brian May was totally overwhelmed,it's a good job we all knew the words.I think if I lived in England I would have a large overdraft I would go to as many shows as poss.As it is roll on Liverpool. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kissinuk Posted January 27, 2015 Share Posted January 27, 2015 Adam got his break on American Idol a few years back. This video is from the final of him singing the beautiful song 'Beth', followed by something exciting at 1:10 (well, for me anyway). http://youtu.be/NF8gCAvS6DY Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grandmashazzie Posted January 28, 2015 Share Posted January 28, 2015 I think I prefer him fronting Queen.He has changed facially in the last three years.He looks a lot leaner. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted January 28, 2015 Author Share Posted January 28, 2015 He certainly knows how to work his look, and a crowd; important as Queen is known for it's stage presence and performance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
