QueenZone discussion #1506780

runner_70 wrote: she will even promote QAL when it is over

SweetCaroline wrote: Adam is too happy go lucky! He didn’t put out an album of tear jerker, mournful music for the down trodden and negative nellies who are so prevalent in today’s world!

snifflese wrote: I am not sure why you once again have to call Caroline F'ed Up???? To be honest I find Sam Smith's music terribly depressing. The melodies are like dirges and his falsetto is not my favorite. I prefer Adele's music, but have never bought anything of hers, not that I dislike her or Sam, but the music doesn't speak to me. Like Caroline, I do find it a little slow and one note. I know they are terribly popular, but everyone is different. Just as you are not that fond of Adam, they don't do much for me. I like some slower songs, but I do find Sam's stuff mournful. My husband, who is a country fan, heard it playing on the radio while driving and wanted to know if a cat was being strangled? I really had to laugh and I thought there are fans for every type of music. I personally hate country music!!!

Iron Butterfly wrote:

snifflese wrote: I am not sure why you once again have to call Caroline F'ed Up???? To be honest I find Sam Smith's music terribly depressing. The melodies are like dirges and his falsetto is not my favorite. I prefer Adele's music, but have never bought anything of hers, not that I dislike her or Sam, but the music doesn't speak to me. Like Caroline, I do find it a little slow and one note. I know they are terribly popular, but everyone is different. Just as you are not that fond of Adam, they don't do much for me. I like some slower songs, but I do find Sam's stuff mournful. My husband, who is a country fan, heard it playing on the radio while driving and wanted to know if a cat was being strangled? I really had to laugh and I thought there are fans for every type of music. I personally hate country music!!!

Why? Because of what she posts at times. One example above. For no other reason she knows I like Sam Smith's and Adele's music. I don't mind you not liking Sam Smith, I have no problem there, in fact how your husband described him is funny. I disagree, but it's funny. Tell hm thanks from a Sam fan ;-). I think there's room enough for every taste n the music world. I like Adele and Sam Smith because I love their voices and lyrics. I have really connected with it. I'm sure you have connected with AL songs, but I wouldn't assume it's because you are down trodden, negative etc. What did you thing about Ring of fire and Girl Crush when AL covered those songs?

snifflese wrote: The Ring of Fire was quite intriguing and I wasn't quite sure what to think when I first heard it! I loved the way it was changed up and his voice was lovely in the singing of it, but it was just so different from Cash's that I really had to stop to think about it. I listened to it several times and at the end of the day I did decide I liked it. I think this performance made me notice Adam and his wonderful voice much more than Satisfaction did. That one was perhaps a little shouty. Adam stood out more for me in the competition after that performance. My favorite performance was Feeling Good and A Change is going to come, but there was honestly no performance that I thought subpar or that I didn't like. Each one showed a different side of him and his vocals. Girl Crush is one of my favorites. That performance was dynamite. As I said, I am not a fan of country, but that song doesn't sound country to me. I must have watched it 10 times. His voice is just suited to that kind of music. I liked the outfit and the gal he sang with. It was such a classic performance. I also loved him singing Titanium with Angie on Idol. He just lifted her voice up and supported her and it was exquisite. I think he is a wonderful duet partner. The only one I didn't like was the last Melissa Etheridge performance. It sounded not at all rehearsed and their voices didn't mesh at all. I was surprised as I thought he normally had things well planned, but that one was by the seat of their pants! It was a very unusual performance from him. I was disappointed!

rockchic65 wrote:

Iron Butterfly wrote:

snifflese wrote: I am not sure why you once again have to call Caroline F'ed Up???? To be honest I find Sam Smith's music terribly depressing. The melodies are like dirges and his falsetto is not my favorite. I prefer Adele's music, but have never bought anything of hers, not that I dislike her or Sam, but the music doesn't speak to me. Like Caroline, I do find it a little slow and one note. I know they are terribly popular, but everyone is different. Just as you are not that fond of Adam, they don't do much for me. I like some slower songs, but I do find Sam's stuff mournful. My husband, who is a country fan, heard it playing on the radio while driving and wanted to know if a cat was being strangled? I really had to laugh and I thought there are fans for every type of music. I personally hate country music!!!

Why? Because of what she posts at times. One example above. For no other reason she knows I like Sam Smith's and Adele's music. I don't mind you not liking Sam Smith, I have no problem there, in fact how your husband described him is funny. I disagree, but it's funny. Tell hm thanks from a Sam fan ;-). I think there's room enough for every taste n the music world. I like Adele and Sam Smith because I love their voices and lyrics. I have really connected with it. I'm sure you have connected with AL songs, but I wouldn't assume it's because you are down trodden, negative etc. What did you thing about Ring of fire and Girl Crush when AL covered those songs?

I loved the Girl Crush cover but tbh I had to agree with Simon on the Ring of Fire, thought it was absolute rubbish, and further listening didn't improve it for me. Loads of people seemed to love it but I really hated it, probably more than any other song he's done. Just shows music is very subjective, even with the same artist.

Iron Butterfly wrote:

snifflese wrote: The Ring of Fire was quite intriguing and I wasn't quite sure what to think when I first heard it! I loved the way it was changed up and his voice was lovely in the singing of it, but it was just so different from Cash's that I really had to stop to think about it. I listened to it several times and at the end of the day I did decide I liked it. I think this performance made me notice Adam and his wonderful voice much more than Satisfaction did. That one was perhaps a little shouty. Adam stood out more for me in the competition after that performance. My favorite performance was Feeling Good and A Change is going to come, but there was honestly no performance that I thought subpar or that I didn't like. Each one showed a different side of him and his vocals. Girl Crush is one of my favorites. That performance was dynamite. As I said, I am not a fan of country, but that song doesn't sound country to me. I must have watched it 10 times. His voice is just suited to that kind of music. I liked the outfit and the gal he sang with. It was such a classic performance. I also loved him singing Titanium with Angie on Idol. He just lifted her voice up and supported her and it was exquisite. I think he is a wonderful duet partner. The only one I didn't like was the last Melissa Etheridge performance. It sounded not at all rehearsed and their voices didn't mesh at all. I was surprised as I thought he normally had things well planned, but that one was by the seat of their pants! It was a very unusual performance from him. I was disappointed!

Yes, I agree ROF was intriguing. But not my favorite. Thinking back, I think One was my favorite cover he did on AI. Girl Crush was good, I thought. I almost wish he'd duet with female artists more. I hate to say this, I hated the recent duet with Melissa. That did them both favours. It seemed like it was rushed in putting together and I think the lack of rehearsing showed. It actually could have and should have been so much better.

SweetCaroline wrote: June 7 — the first day of the next QAL tour — just 2 weeks away!

SweetCaroline wrote: “This Is Almost Pure Queen” link

SweetCaroline wrote: Go away, negative Icy! You have no say until you go to a live show!

rockchic65 wrote: Adam seems to think one of his songs is enough so hopefully we might get one or two new Queen songs, fingers crossed.

Iron Butterfly wrote:

rockchic65 wrote: Adam seems to think one of his songs is enough so hopefully we might get one or two new Queen songs, fingers crossed.

Never sng frm his solo career...more than enough. Brian and Roger couldn't even make TwoFux nto a good song. GT was good. But there are so many more Queen songs that should be played nstead of AL solo songs.

rockchic65 wrote:

Iron Butterfly wrote:

rockchic65 wrote: Adam seems to think one of his songs is enough so hopefully we might get one or two new Queen songs, fingers crossed.

Never sng frm his solo career...more than enough. Brian and Roger couldn't even make TwoFux nto a good song. GT was good. But there are so many more Queen songs that should be played nstead of AL solo songs.

I like some of Adam's solo stuff but not in a Queen show, the two don't go together for me, and like you say there's so many Queen songs they could include. He's been listening to Cool Cat & Tear it Up, could just be he likes them or maybe learning the lyrics. Guess we'll find out tomorrow if there's any changes.

SweetCaroline wrote: Go away, negative Icy! You have no say until you go to a live show!

snifflese wrote: I am really surprised that folks on here are still debating whether or not Adam deserves one lousy song in the 2 or more hour set list! All I can say is Unbelievable! No one seemed to have much of a problem with Rogers singing his Bad Co stuff and yet his music was nothing like Queen's music. To me it didn't belong in a Queen show and I don't care that he was a rock icon. To watch Rogers is like watching paint dry and that is not at all the Queen's vibe. At least Adam's music has more of a Queen vibe. He has now sung with them for 6 years and a couple hundred shows. Roger and Brian are respectful of Adam and cognizant of what he brings to the show and I am glad at least someone gives Adam his due, because it would be tough to tour without a lead singer! I would like to see them play Lucy, which is Adam's song that Brian played on. I think that song would be quite fitting and might satisfy some of you guys. Sometimes you have to just be nice to someone else and I think Adam deserves it at this point. That song would be a great compromise.

SweetCaroline wrote: Adam’s Two FUX was well received and fit in at the point in the show. You had to be there in person to know that! Who are these people constantly bitching about the same old songs? They have done many songs besides the regular hits. Bitch! Bitch! Bitch! Go away if you don’t like it and let the true, supportive fans discuss these amazing guys in peace! You are not a fan if you are constantly bitching!

rockchic65 wrote:

Iron Butterfly wrote:

rockchic65 wrote: Adam seems to think one of his songs is enough so hopefully we might get one or two new Queen songs, fingers crossed.

Never sng frm his solo career...more than enough. Brian and Roger couldn't even make TwoFux nto a good song. GT was good. But there are so many more Queen songs that should be played nstead of AL solo songs.

I like some of Adam's solo stuff but not in a Queen show, the two don't go together for me, and like you say there's so many Queen songs they could include. He's been listening to Cool Cat & Tear it Up, could just be he likes them or maybe learning the lyrics. Guess we'll find out tomorrow if there's any changes.

snifflese wrote: We will have to agree to disagree as I fully believe that Adam deserves one song for 3 or 4 minutes during a 120 minute or more set. There are Adam fans there also and perhaps quite a few more than some of you think. Brian mentioned all the signs for Adam in the audience and the tiaras, which he didn't think were there for him. Maybe someone needs to think about those fans, not just Queen fans, who are sounding like quite a selfish lot at this point.

snifflese wrote: Well why don't you drift over to a Bad Company forum then since you seem to like them much better than Queen. If BC songs were the highlight, they could use a tool like you posting over there, because I am sick and tired of you after only a day or two. Rogers had nothing in common with Queen. It was very generic rock with a voice that had no special qualities about it. Sorry, he fit Queen like a square peg in a round hole. The videos I have watched were awful and Iknow the tours were not well received. Every review that I have read references QPR as a mistake and a terrible fit. You don't ever bother with the truth, so when did that stop you? If you don't like QAL that is your perogative, but we don't need to read your childish nonsense. Your habit of calling Adam names is about on the same level as the average 8 year old. That is how you come across. Grownups don't behave like that!

runner_70 wrote: Snifflese you are just a sad fuckwhit. Rodgers (not Rogers you idiot) had far more in common than your prick idol you lust for destroying Queen songs every night. They came from the same Generation. Legends in their on right , same age. Lamebird is a euro Dance wanker, cannot write a tune to save his life, is mocking Freddie and is a generic manufactured karaoke parrott. Now you wanna tell me he is fitting Queen???? Keep on doin the drugs you obviously consume-noone sober can write such bullcrap like you.

kosimodo wrote: Paul rodgers, despite being His favorit singer, just didnt fit. He just did well on his own songs where suddenly he had the best backing band in the world. Adam is different, a star with an amazing voice. If u cant see that quality u just are an idiot. Does he fit with queen? Not really. But withcsome songs you must be amazed about his quality. Wwtlf is i guess the best example. Adam can sing. He just doesnt pull off stc. Goflb he could;) imagine pr singing that ;) Going myself next week. Looking forward. Amazing show, qualitywise, last year in lodz.

SweetCaroline wrote: When did you see QPR live?

SweetCaroline wrote: Just quoting YOU! You said QPR was better live than on the album, above! I LOVE this pic of Brian:

SweetCaroline wrote: Uh, you can’t like something better live if you didn’t see it live!

snifflese wrote: Icy, why can't someone here enjoy a picture of Brian.? This forum is for fan girling (at least it is not Adam, right?). Plenty of people are fangirling in the remarks on the pic, are they all idiots also?. Of course you have to bring in the business of sexy, good looking Adam and confront Caroline Why do you do that.? Maybe because Adam is so much better looking than Freddie? Otherwise I don't get your obsession with that? You always have to bring it up. If you don't understand that part of the draw for an entertainer, singer, is how they look, then you are very naive. Women of all ages can see a nice looking man and say that he is hot. It is not lusting or any of the nonsense you or runner talk about, but a simple recognition of the fact. I am a lady (rockchick -not a guy) and dreamy guys are often more popular just because of looks. They certainly don't hurt. As soon as I saw Brian in that magnificent coat (with the red trim that matched Adam's red coat), I thought how adorable he still is. Unbelievable that at his age he is still so cool and darling! What is wrong with that? I also loved his guitar playing in Lucy, a perfect song for the Show!

snifflese wrote: Icy, I don't need to know the history of Paul Rodgers or Queen to enjoy the music. Why would that cause me to like a certain piece of music more? That has nothing to do with my enjoyment of the music and for a lot of you, knowing too much, keeps you from enjoying the here and now. I don't care if Paul is of the same generation, a rock legend, or whatever, but he doesn't fit with Queen musically, from a performance aspect or with his voice. He is a dud to me on every level. The life, the whimsy, the magic was sucked out of a Queen performance when he was part of the band. I think Adam fits like a glove and fills the bill in all three categories listed above. He was magnificent today as was the band. I listened to the stream and even though I was not there, I could feel the vibe and the energy of the crowd was amazing. Dave on QOL (who has been to hundreds of QAL concerts) was there and he said this concert was the best received QAL concert so far and he really isn't too fond of Adam. I thought the set list was great, with changes, which most of you are always lamenting about. I think singing WWTLF and TSMGO and a couple of other really high key songs is a little much, but we will see in subsequent shows. I loved the beginning and woudln't have changed a thing. I thought WWTLF was phenomenal and one of his best. It is my fav song from him probably because I am a classical and opera fan and this showcases that aspect of his voice. I also thought Lucy was great with Brian riffing throughout and fit in with the Queen vibe. So I disagree there, too, runner. I don't appreciate the name calling, the insinuations and the general nasty tone of your remarks, runner. I wish there was a way to ban you from here because you bring nothing to the discussion. If you can't appreciate the singing, the level of the musicianship and the wonderful show QAL puts on there is something wrong with your ears. I think there is also something wrong with your brain to write the garbage you do and your your manners, of which you have NONE!!

Brancelli wrote: Is Adam losing some of his range?

runner_70 wrote: Snifflese what the heck are you smoking? Lamebords music has sth in common with Queens music???? I never thought of Queen as a lame Eurodance bullshit combo cause thats what lamefarts music is: Annoying, lame, boring manufactured like the tool himself. The BC songs were the highlight of the QPR tour. I doubt Two Fux was the highlight of the QAL tour cause everyone hates this song as it is one of the worst songs ever written (not even by the goat himself as he cannot even write a shit song like this).They are touring this lame nostalgia show for way too long but as long as the $$ roll in they dont care. In Cologne tickets were priced for 35 € as they did not sell at all. Berlin the same. Hamburg as well. Every categaorxy widely available. People start to think that this shit show is not worth 120 Euro.They wont even do concerts in France as the French hate QAL ( rightly so). They have gone past the embarrassment point for years now. A sad bad cover band including some ex Queen members.

Sealion wrote: He wouldn‘t see them up close, because these tickets were for seats in the nosebleed section. The 35€-Tickets were only sold in a special sale-day by LiveNation. And they sold these tickets for all of their concerts, not just Queen. The concerts in Germany are still far from being sold out though. But the good seats are mostly gone. Only a few, that pop up again for some reasons. Standing tickets are also sold out in Cologne.

SweetCaroline wrote: It looked like most of the seats were filled in Lisbon. Here is a portion of Adam’s song, Lucy: link

runner_70 wrote: Can it get more embarrassing seeing a legend like Brian May play songs like Twi Fux (last tour) or "Lucy" (now) - I feel sorry for him and he has clearly lost the plot sadly.

Holly2003 wrote: Tear It Up is one of Queen's weaker songs. It was always painful to me to hear a band and especially a guitarist like Brian produce such an uninspiring and uninteresting song. Also, it's middling pace and dull lyrics means it doesn't really work as an opener. Far better to start with something faster like TYMD. But of course, it doesn't really matter in the overall scheme of things.

SweetCaroline wrote: Bitch! Bitch! Bitch! They ARE doing TYMD! Thank God YOU are NOT the one putting their shows together!

runner_70 wrote: Can it get more embarrassing seeing a legend like Brian May play songs like Twi Fux (last tour) or "Lucy" (now) - I feel sorry for him and he has clearly lost the plot sadly.

SweetCaroline wrote: TSMGO link

snifflese wrote: Can't say that I am surprised over the negativity here. Everywhere else people are thrilled with the new additions and happy some older songs have been brought back and you people are still complaining! Surprise, Surprise!! Icy, if you wish to be the Queen of Queen's minutia, more power to you. But some of us don't really care. At this point in my life I have way more important things to worry about. As I have told you several times, we can enjoy the music without passing the trivia contest. I enjoyed every minute of their marvelous Lisbon concert without knowing any of that stuff. You can quit throwing that in people's faces anytime. For Runner, you seem to obsess about Adam's lack of power. Dude, you are clueless. I have been to 10 concerts and Adam can rip the roof off of whatever size venue he sings in. He is never overpowered by the band or all the noise in the venue. His voice has the power of an opera singer and he is usually holding that mike pretty far away. Goodness what would happen if it ever came close to his mouth. You have no idea what nonsense you are spouting. Unless you have sat in a concert and heard him, you can just stuff it, because your opinion isn't worth crap. He has one of the most powerful voices I have ever heard, reminds me of the strength of Bruce Dickinson, who I have also heard in concert many times. Don't go yapping about things that you have no clue about. All of your remarks have no basis in fact, other than you hate Adam for some reason. That is fine, it is your opinion, but we don't care to read your garbage. Do you understand that?

Brancelli wrote: Adam seems like he's lost a bit of his range and power. I don't know. He still sounds good in the 4th octave/lower 5th, but I feel like he's holding back. I hope it's like you say, he's got a bit of a cold.

Brancelli wrote: Never thought Adam's voice would be a good fit for Queen, but I've been impressed with most of his interpretations of the songs. Some of Adam's stans do make him hard to like. He may not be the most skilled male singer I've ever heard, but he's in my top 5. I wish him nothing but the best, and I do hope age is not contributing to the decline of his voice thus yet.

Brancelli wrote: that said, I can appreciate what he's doing with Queen, and I admire him as a singer. Don't mean to come across as negative. I'm a lover of music.

runner_70 wrote: Did lamebird really get dropped from his record company? Wasnt he supposed to be a megastar??? Can someone tell me the name of the guy who dropped him? I'd love to give a big salute to him!

runner_70 wrote: Warner Bros I F****IN LOVE YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Sure SC will turn it into "he is too good for a major company" lol

runner_70 wrote: It will be great when "It gets harder for him to release new music" - the harder the better. AS I said- Hia solo career is over - he is in a sad tribute band now. He cannot write a song to save his life. He has no musical talent whatsoever. And his annoying voice is the tip of the iceberg. Back to cruise ships for Lamebird full of crazy lunatic grannies like SC

Brancelli wrote: that said, I can appreciate what he's doing with Queen, and I admire him as a singer. Don't mean to come across as negative. I'm a lover of music.

runner_70 wrote: I guess he is getting some good money - but he will need it. I cannot see him going anywhere. And his looks? DOnt know if an overweight tranny is the flvour of the month these days. Guess not

rockchic65 wrote:

Brancelli wrote: that said, I can appreciate what he's doing with Queen, and I admire him as a singer. Don't mean to come across as negative. I'm a lover of music.

Just been reading through your posts, as to his range he was buying cough sweets yesterday and someone on Adam's facebook said it looks like he's not back to 100% yet so I'm guessing they follow him closely and know he's had a cough/cold maybe. He was hitting that really high note in UP early this year in Australia and wasn't having any problem with high notes last year. That said he's been almost constantly in the studio recording his album since since he got back from Australia as well, so his voice might be a bit overused lets say. He's clever, knows how to pull the odd high note when he's not 100% but he definitely hasn't lost range or quality when he lets rip. I'm with you on his covers, his own music bar a few songs doesn't really show off his vocal ability but he wanted to do pop music at the time. Get the feeling that's changed with this new album, really hope so anyway.

runner_70 wrote: Did lamebird really get dropped from his record company? Wasnt he supposed to be a megastar??? Can someone tell me the name of the guy who dropped him? I'd love to give a big salute to him!

Iron Butterfly wrote:

rockchic65 wrote:

Brancelli wrote: that said, I can appreciate what he's doing with Queen, and I admire him as a singer. Don't mean to come across as negative. I'm a lover of music.

Just been reading through your posts, as to his range he was buying cough sweets yesterday and someone on Adam's facebook said it looks like he's not back to 100% yet so I'm guessing they follow him closely and know he's had a cough/cold maybe. He was hitting that really high note in UP early this year in Australia and wasn't having any problem with high notes last year. That said he's been almost constantly in the studio recording his album since since he got back from Australia as well, so his voice might be a bit overused lets say. He's clever, knows how to pull the odd high note when he's not 100% but he definitely hasn't lost range or quality when he lets rip. I'm with you on his covers, his own music bar a few songs doesn't really show off his vocal ability but he wanted to do pop music at the time. Get the feeling that's changed with this new album, really hope so anyway.

What ate cough sweets exactly? Are they like cough drops? I hope...and I dare say he will be back belting out the notes soon enough. If not, that's ok if he decides not to go for the notes. I'd rather he save his voice and not risking things to hurt of injure his voice. I wouldn't say he has been in studio constantly these last few months. And his direction of what music could still change, considering he is no longer with WB. I don't know what new label...if there will be one...would want from him. No pun intended. But he doesn't have the pull to do whatever he wants to do.

OhioMustapha wrote: He could have revived rock and roll; instead he wastes a career on crappy pop music. Great move.

snifflese wrote: Can't say that I am surprised over the negativity here. Everywhere else people are thrilled with the new additions and happy some older songs have been brought back and you people are still complaining! Surprise, Surprise!! Icy, if you wish to be the Queen of Queen's minutia, more power to you. But some of us don't really care. At this point in my life I have way more important things to worry about. As I have told you several times, we can enjoy the music without passing the trivia contest. I enjoyed every minute of their marvelous Lisbon concert without knowing any of that stuff. You can quit throwing that in people's faces anytime. For Runner, you seem to obsess about Adam's lack of power. Dude, you are clueless. I have been to 10 concerts and Adam can rip the roof off of whatever size venue he sings in. He is never overpowered by the band or all the noise in the venue. His voice has the power of an opera singer and he is usually holding that mike pretty far away. Goodness what would happen if it ever came close to his mouth. You have no idea what nonsense you are spouting. Unless you have sat in a concert and heard him, you can just stuff it, because your opinion isn't worth crap. He has one of the most powerful voices I have ever heard, reminds me of the strength of Bruce Dickinson, who I have also heard in concert many times. Don't go yapping about things that you have no clue about. All of your remarks have no basis in fact, other than you hate Adam for some reason. That is fine, it is your opinion, but we don't care to read your garbage. Do you understand that?

rockchic65 wrote:

Iron Butterfly wrote:

rockchic65 wrote:

Brancelli wrote: that said, I can appreciate what he's doing with Queen, and I admire him as a singer. Don't mean to come across as negative. I'm a lover of music.

Just been reading through your posts, as to his range he was buying cough sweets yesterday and someone on Adam's facebook said it looks like he's not back to 100% yet so I'm guessing they follow him closely and know he's had a cough/cold maybe. He was hitting that really high note in UP early this year in Australia and wasn't having any problem with high notes last year. That said he's been almost constantly in the studio recording his album since since he got back from Australia as well, so his voice might be a bit overused lets say. He's clever, knows how to pull the odd high note when he's not 100% but he definitely hasn't lost range or quality when he lets rip. I'm with you on his covers, his own music bar a few songs doesn't really show off his vocal ability but he wanted to do pop music at the time. Get the feeling that's changed with this new album, really hope so anyway.

What ate cough sweets exactly? Are they like cough drops? I hope...and I dare say he will be back belting out the notes soon enough. If not, that's ok if he decides not to go for the notes. I'd rather he save his voice and not risking things to hurt of injure his voice. I wouldn't say he has been in studio constantly these last few months. And his direction of what music could still change, considering he is no longer with WB. I don't know what new label...if there will be one...would want from him. No pun intended. But he doesn't have the pull to do whatever he wants to do.

Yeah English word for cough drops, same thing. He's been posting instagrams/snapchats from the studio a lot with various different people, writing and recording, ever since the Australia leg of the tour ended. For the last couple of weeks he's been doing loads of press, interviews etc but tbh I suspect none of that really affects his voice that much, it's never seemed to in the past and he does take care of it far more than it might appear so I'm sure he'll be fine, probably just the tail end of a cold.

Iron Butterfly wrote: Ah, thanks, I wasn't sure and Google is being a pain for me this morning. He's been very busy, I still don't know he does it. Hopefully he will recover soon. Airplane air and traveling with a cold isn't fun for sure.

runner_70 wrote: LMFAO - what the guy did to me??? He rapes the songs of my once favourite band and destroys them on a daily basis. He is mocking Freddie, seems like a bad parody. His non existing paperthin crap voice and his annoying vibrato just hides the fact that is singing is just awful. Thats enough for me to hate the guy. He can do whatever he wants, but he is living on someones laurels who has been gone for 26 years. A bad karaoke parrott with no artistic credibility. His solo career went down the toilet. The only half successful album was the first after AI but that was because of his AI "fame" - no big deal. He is just a manufactured dishonest guy with no musical credibility whatsoeve. He is acting as if ihe is a rockstar bus he has ZERO connection to Rock music. He is a lame eurodance guy who is constantly trying to find the flavour of the month. Once he is recoding with Martin. When this flops he is doing covers or is wanting to do "Glam Rock". What a fucking loser. I still wonder what Brian and ROger see in this tool. KUDOS to Warner for dropping him. He will soon turn up on a cruise ship near you in front of 35 drunk SC-Clones who worship him. Of course he will be billed as "Ex Queen Singer"

runner_70 wrote: Every point is completely true. in Europe noone gives a shit about the guy. ppl go to QAL because of Maylor and because they wanna hear the hits regardless that Lamebird is destroying them. He is virtually still unknwon in Europe despite Brian and ROger try to shove him in everyones throat. In Europe ppl know if someone has class or no. Lamebird has nothing to offer. And now even in the US his career is over. Once QAL has run is course (which is soon) he is gone for good as well

runner_70 wrote: YOu should not take opinions seriously who talk about "FREDDY"

Sealion wrote: As for the statement, that Lambert is unknown in Europe: How comes it, that some of his singles went gold (including in your country) and platinum? He‘s actually more successful in Europe than in the US. There he is wider known, but not for his music, that’s at least my impression.

SweetCaroline wrote: If Adam had a cold or sore throat for the Lisbon Show, he still sounded damn good (watch the 3 videos of the complete show posted previously). I haven’t heard anything about Warner Bros. dropping him. Maybe when his new music is ready to be released we will hear more.

SweetCaroline wrote: If Adam had a cold or sore throat for the Lisbon Show, he still sounded damn good (watch the 3 videos of the complete show posted previously). I haven’t heard anything about Warner Bros. dropping him. Maybe when his new music is ready to be released we will hear more.

rockchic65 wrote:

SweetCaroline wrote: If Adam had a cold or sore throat for the Lisbon Show, he still sounded damn good (watch the 3 videos of the complete show posted previously). I haven’t heard anything about Warner Bros. dropping him. Maybe when his new music is ready to be released we will hear more.

The Warner thing is because he'd disappeared from their page and some fan noticed and posted about it. Someone on Atop apparently with a friend who works for Warner says it's true he's no longer with them? I wouldn't be surprised, he's been giving enough hints in interviews that he's not prepared to compromise with this next album so it could be a creative opinion thing, who knows, either way I'm sure he'll be fine. He recently said, though I can't remember where that his fans should let him worry about the logistics of the business side of things and that he will be promoting his album next year so I'll take him at his word and wait for any announcements.

Iron Butterfly wrote:

rockchic65 wrote:

SweetCaroline wrote: If Adam had a cold or sore throat for the Lisbon Show, he still sounded damn good (watch the 3 videos of the complete show posted previously). I haven’t heard anything about Warner Bros. dropping him. Maybe when his new music is ready to be released we will hear more.

The Warner thing is because he'd disappeared from their page and some fan noticed and posted about it. Someone on Atop apparently with a friend who works for Warner says it's true he's no longer with them? I wouldn't be surprised, he's been giving enough hints in interviews that he's not prepared to compromise with this next album so it could be a creative opinion thing, who knows, either way I'm sure he'll be fine. He recently said, though I can't remember where that his fans should let him worry about the logistics of the business side of things and that he will be promoting his album next year so I'll take him at his word and wait for any announcements.

I wonder when he was removed from the WB site? Recently? No way to know I guess unless one follows that site closely. I still don't think AL has enough pull to do what he wants. Could he actually go indie? Some people think the Safehouse record company is likely to snap him up.

SweetCaroline wrote: Two FUX was never going to be a hit song but I thought it was lighthearted and delightful on the live stage! Couldn’t be appreciated on video or stream.

snifflese wrote: It is funny that Icy thinks I am some kind of ultimate Glambert that defends AL at all costs and bigs him up (her words not mine!!) and loves everything he does. That is so far from the truth. To be honest, I would prefer him to sing Classical or even Operal. Like Brancelli, I think he has a marvelous voice. It touches me and I am in awe of his technique, but that voice is wasted on much of the music he sings. I listen to his music and I always enjoy his music (Glam Nation was my fav album) and I purchase all his music to listen to that voice. But I would be much happier if he sang something like "The prayer",the song from Brigadoon, or even a "Change is Going to Come". But as a fan you can only listen to what he has recorded and I make due with that. It's not that I don't like it, but I think he could do so much more with that voice. The reason I like him singing with Queen is because their music has depth and versatility and only phenomenal singers can sing their music. Adam gets to stretch out his voice and actually challenge it. Most of his music anyone can sing (although he does it best!). To me Queen;s music and Adam's voice is a match made in heaven because he uses every tool in his vocal arsenal to make it work. WWTLF and Save Me are beautiful renditions where the music equals the voice, not like Adam's own music where the music is nowhere equal to the voice. I don't know if that makes sense to anyone, but that is how I feel. I also don't care how Adam looks, Icy. But for a performer good looks are always an asset. You keep misconstruing that, but that is your problem not mine. I also think there are a lot of decisions that he has made that certainly did not do him any favors, but it is his life and young people learn thru their mistakes, so to say I support everything is just not true. But I am not going to debate what I think were errors here on this board. My last point has to do with something Icy said in another thread this morning, but I don't feel like posting there again. It was about how no one on a Queen board would ever make gay remarks about Adam because Freddie was gay. Your reading comprehension must be subpar because I can remember many such remarks in the past on QOL. Does Fairy Dandy come to mind, Icy? I was always appalled because I don't get how Queen fans could accept Freddie's being gay, but bash Adam for it. Many of the remarks are extremely crude and it isn't just on Queen boards, but I have also seen it from Queen fans elsewhere. I never could quite figure that one out. To sum it up, while Adam is my favoite performer, there are many things that I think he could be doing differently, but it is his life, his music and I can only sit back and enjoy what he puts out there for me to enjoy. I also think that once QAL is over he will have a great career doing many other things. Why would anyone not want to sing with Brian and Roger? Saying No would be stupid. He loves them and loves performing with them. He is having a blast. He is also earning millions of dollars which will set him up later in life to do just what he wants to. I am sure we will see him on Broadway someday and on TV. I would be willing to bet he is never going to fade away. He is a hard working, mega talented, very intelligent young man who is extremely kind to others and that will set him up to be successful once QAL is over. I would bet on it. Here it is 10 years after Idol and he is stronger than ever in spite of folks predicting his demise weekly. I have no worries about Adam or his future.

snifflese wrote: It is funny that Icy thinks I am some kind of ultimate Glambert that defends AL at all costs and bigs him up (her words not mine!!) and loves everything he does. That is so far from the truth. To be honest, I would prefer him to sing Classical or even Operal. Like Brancelli, I think he has a marvelous voice. It touches me and I am in awe of his technique, but that voice is wasted on much of the music he sings. I listen to his music and I always enjoy his music (Glam Nation was my fav album) and I purchase all his music to listen to that voice. But I would be much happier if he sang something like "The prayer",the song from Brigadoon, or even a "Change is Going to Come". But as a fan you can only listen to what he has recorded and I make due with that. It's not that I don't like it, but I think he could do so much more with that voice. The reason I like him singing with Queen is because their music has depth and versatility and only phenomenal singers can sing their music. Adam gets to stretch out his voice and actually challenge it. Most of his music anyone can sing (although he does it best!). To me Queen;s music and Adam's voice is a match made in heaven because he uses every tool in his vocal arsenal to make it work. WWTLF and Save Me are beautiful renditions where the music equals the voice, not like Adam's own music where the music is nowhere equal to the voice. I don't know if that makes sense to anyone, but that is how I feel. I also don't care how Adam looks, Icy. But for a performer good looks are always an asset. You keep misconstruing that, but that is your problem not mine. I also think there are a lot of decisions that he has made that certainly did not do him any favors, but it is his life and young people learn thru their mistakes, so to say I support everything is just not true. But I am not going to debate what I think were errors here on this board. My last point has to do with something Icy said in another thread this morning, but I don't feel like posting there again. It was about how no one on a Queen board would ever make gay remarks about Adam because Freddie was gay. Your reading comprehension must be subpar because I can remember many such remarks in the past on QOL. Does Fairy Dandy come to mind, Icy? I was always appalled because I don't get how Queen fans could accept Freddie's being gay, but bash Adam for it. Many of the remarks are extremely crude and it isn't just on Queen boards, but I have also seen it from Queen fans elsewhere. I never could quite figure that one out. To sum it up, while Adam is my favoite performer, there are many things that I think he could be doing differently, but it is his life, his music and I can only sit back and enjoy what he puts out there for me to enjoy. I also think that once QAL is over he will have a great career doing many other things. Why would anyone not want to sing with Brian and Roger? Saying No would be stupid. He loves them and loves performing with them. He is having a blast. He is also earning millions of dollars which will set him up later in life to do just what he wants to. I am sure we will see him on Broadway someday and on TV. I would be willing to bet he is never going to fade away. He is a hard working, mega talented, very intelligent young man who is extremely kind to others and that will set him up to be successful once QAL is over. I would bet on it. Here it is 10 years after Idol and he is stronger than ever in spite of folks predicting his demise weekly. I have no worries about Adam or his future.

snifflese wrote: Hope all will be well, Icy, What a difficult thing to be dealing with. I hope an electrical disruption is not something you have to deal with all the time! My Dad lived on a street where just that one street lost power quite often. It was about 10 houses out of 50 and the rest never had a problem. Often it would take 2-3 days to reestablish the connection. We worried about him so much! He lived 9 hours from me so I was always calling to make sure all was well!! Luckily it always was! Good luck with your MoM.

snifflese wrote: Icy, can you not get long distance phone rates from where you are? I have Cox and I can call everywhere in the US, Puerto Rico, Hawaii and my bill is below $40 for a landline. There are some cell phone plans for unlimited calling and they can be reasonable also. Maybe Canada is different, but here the phone calling charges are usually was less than internet or cable.

SweetCaroline wrote: I do not know anything about Adam’s record label status at WB but it disturbs me what this guy has to do to prove himself. I’m wondering if due to his Queen connection he might have something cooking at Hollywood Records, a division of Universal Music Group. I’ve been saying for 9 years that his live performances are different and more dynamic than his recorded ones. His powerful voice is meant to hit the rafters and not be fiddled with by autotuning!

SweetCaroline wrote: I just figured out who runner_70 is. AKA “the Milkman.”

runner_70 wrote: Well maybe the record company execs finally realized that this guy has nothing to offer: Annoying voice-annoying personality- not being able to write a song. WIthout Maylor he would already be one of those long forgotten AI victims

SweetCaroline wrote: Song writing may not be his strong suit but singing in multiple octaves is not Ed Sheeran’s strength. That’s why everyone agrees there is only one Freddie Mercury!

SweetCaroline wrote: I just figured out who runner_70 is. AKA “the Milkman.”

OhioMustapha wrote: Im fairly sure all SC has heard is Greatest Hits 1 from Queen

runner_70 wrote: LMFAO - what the guy did to me??? He rapes the songs of my once favourite band and destroys them on a daily basis. He is mocking Freddie, seems like a bad parody. His non existing paperthin crap voice and his annoying vibrato just hides the fact that is singing is just awful. Thats enough for me to hate the guy. He can do whatever he wants, but he is living on someones laurels who has been gone for 26 years. A bad karaoke parrott with no artistic credibility. His solo career went down the toilet. The only half successful album was the first after AI but that was because of his AI "fame" - no big deal. He is just a manufactured dishonest guy with no musical credibility whatsoeve. He is acting as if ihe is a rockstar bus he has ZERO connection to Rock music. He is a lame eurodance guy who is constantly trying to find the flavour of the month. Once he is recoding with Martin. When this flops he is doing covers or is wanting to do "Glam Rock". What a fucking loser. I still wonder what Brian and ROger see in this tool. KUDOS to Warner for dropping him. He will soon turn up on a cruise ship near you in front of 35 drunk SC-Clones who worship him. Of course he will be billed as "Ex Queen Singer"