'barb4Adam' date='Jan 14th 2015, 9:20 AM'
Just had to bring this in...be still my heart!! :thumbs: :w00twave: :hug: :wub: :ohyeah: :ohyeah:....
"Queen and Adam Lambert review – an unlikely union, but it works"
In 1985, when Freddie Mercury and Queen reigned over Live Aid, it would have seemed unthinkable that within just six years the great showman would be dead, never mind that in 2015 two of his bandmates would tour with an American Idol talent show runner-up performing the old songs. But the unlikely union works.
It helps that Queen’s back catalogue is so formidable that even a two-hour show isn’t long enough to pack in their best known songs (there’s no You’re My Best Friend or – irony of ironies – The Show Must Go On).
Guitarist Brian May and drummer Roger Taylor are now grizzled, grey-haired men, but still pack the showmanship and musicianship of real rock legends, even if this does mean indulgences such as drum battles (with Taylor’s son, Rufus) and guitar solos that presumably require enough electricity to power a small town.
Surprisingly, though, this show succeeds because of Adam Lambert, not despite him. The 32-year-old has said he wants to celebrate the flamboyant, camp, gay Mercury rather than replace him, but he definitely has the Freddie factor. Where the band’s earlier tours with heterosexual, macho, ex-Free, bluesy shouter Paul Rodgers felt wrong, the black leathered, bequiffed, nail varnished Lambert is every bit the showman that was Mercury.
The American sips champagne while singing a camped up Killer Queen draped across a chaise longue and yells We Will Rock You wearing a silver crown. When Lambert claps hands, the audience clap with him, unprompted. His unusually wide vocal range allows him to hit high notes (notably Mercury’s famous one in Somebody To Love) which would normally require the assistance of even tighter trousers. :haha:
However, the Indianan is no mere talent show get-lucky. Like Mercury, Lambert paid his dues with opera training, theatre, singing in clubs and performing dance and rock, which has given him the dexterity to tackle a catalogue stretching from thumping grooves (Radio Gaga, Another One Bites the Dust) to blistering hard rock (Seven Seas of Rhye, Tie Your Mother Down).
Being the first openly gay man to go straight to a US No 1 (with 2012 solo album Trespassing) does matter. In more conservative times, Mercury sang about his sexuality by way of codes and hidden double entendres; Lambert turns the same songs into riotous celebrations.
There is poignancy, too, when Lambert sings Who Wants to Live Forever under lighting that makes him look like a ghost and in the touchingly warm reception given to May’s achingly sincere Love of My Life, for Mercury.
Because, in a way, this is still the late star’s gig: a homage to his music. It’s Mercury who provokes gasps when he appears on screen to “duet” with Lambert in a Bohemian Rhapsody so riotous one fears the venue may combust.
“There will only be one Freddie Mercury, ever,” Lambert declares, as people roar approval for “the new boy”. However, in Adam Lambert, the late star’s old bandmates have surely found the right person to honour his achievements.
http://gu.com/p/44pjh/stw via @guardianmusic
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2015-01-13 Newcastle, UK - Metro Radio Arena
'Kimberly_Caldwell_4_Life' date='Jan 14th 2015, 9:46 AM'
GORGEOUS. That smile and those eyes. DAMN. :wub:
Also, I'm in agreement with those that say that Now I'm Here/Stone Cold Crazy was a better combination for the opening. I just found more energy with those. Adam did well with One Vision, but I just liked the other combo better. It set the tone for the show better, IMO.
'madamimadam' date='Jan 14th 2015, 10:31 AM'
GeneralNod • 3h 3 hours ago
After #Queen+AdamLambert last night, I firmly believe that @adamlambert is one of the best performers of our generation. What a talent 1/2
GeneralNod • 3h 3 hours ago
2/2 Been wanting to see @adamlambert since the "For Your Entertainment" album came out. What an amazing show it was. Thank you sir
VeroniqueORCEL • 3h 3 hours ago
The incredible Adam Lambert on stage tonight with the awesome Queen at MetroRadio Arena Newcastle #Legend (...) https://www.facebook.com/moulinmusic/photos...0576977/?type=1 …
SianBusby • 1h 1 hour ago
@adamlambert huge thank you & @QueenWillRock for an amazing night,what a show,what awesome talent #dreamcometrue loving this collaboration !
mmadamimadamm • 1h 1 hour ago
RT @EMES79: https://www.facebook.com/ArenaNewcastle/pho...&permPage=1 …
JessStrawbs • 1h 1 hour ago
Just saw the video of @adamlambert singing 'Save Me' in Newcastle last night and am IN AWE. Such a beautiful, heartfelt version. #queenbert
mmadamimadamm • 1h 1 hour ago
RT @NickFinn1985: Last night I died, went to Rock Heaven and came back to life. http://tmblr.co/ZQJYUn1afixjs @QueenWillRock @adamlambert
mmadamimadamm • 1h 1 hour ago
RT @EMES79: https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=944...e=1&theater … https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=102...e=1&theater … https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=101...e=1&theater … https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=102...e=1&theater … https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=102...e=1&theater …
mmadamimadamm • 1h 1 hour ago
*sniff* RT @EMES79: JUST READ COMMENTS HERE THIS TIME --->>> https://www.facebook.com/ArenaNewcastle/pho...&permPage=1 …
mmadamimadamm • 48m 48 minutes ago
RT @DrBrianMay: A nice review in the Guardian http://bit.ly/1Ck4tiE ” he 'got it'thanks - Bri
mmadamimadamm • 38m 38 minutes ago
Reach out and touch someone... through The Twitter!!! LOL! RT @EMES79: https://twitter.com/dealy2/status/555362583923163136 …
mmadamimadamm • 33m 33 minutes ago
RT @MatthewHalll: @adamlambert have a good flight
mmadamimadamm • 28m 28 minutes ago
RT @gmckinnon11: @adamlambert you have a new fan for life. Great show last night freddy would be proud of the the great performance
mmadamimadamm • 27m 27 minutes ago
RT @DrBrianMay: Thanks again Newcastle folks @StephJazz29 we couldn't have had a better start to our tour - Bri X
REVIEW:
mmadamimadamm • 21m 21 minutes ago
RT @islandgirljams: Review: Queen and Adam Lambert, Metro Radio Arena, Newcastle http://mirr.im/1KJpBEL by The Journal
mmadamimadamm • 20m 20 minutes ago
RT @terra_zephead: #poorbri #poorrt http://www.thejournal.co.uk/culture/music-...ns-over-8445942 …
aleks_kv · 24m 24 minutes ago
'Lambert is the right man, in the right place at the right time and without him there really would be no Queen.' http://rushonrock.com/2015/01/14/review-queen-adam-lambert/ …
mmadamimadamm · 43m 43 minutes ago
RT @VeroniqueORCEL: Awwww Queen fan :") https://twitter.com/wynpennant/status/555366456045887491 …
'Love2Lurk' date='Jan 14th 2015, 10:51 AM'
The Guardian review...is amazing !!! :wub:
And.....Adam boarding the private jet :wub:
just says it all.....So happy & proud of where Adam is right now !!!! :thumbs:
Can't wait for solo Adam music....however....this Queenbert journey is a dream come true :thumbs: :wub:
[youtube][/youtube]'madamimadam' date='Jan 14th 2015, 10:53 AM'
Working on OP! :)
alohaPF · 9h 9 hours ago
Um, guys, look at Roger’s expression when Adam hits that awesome note at 3:33
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alohaPF · 9h 9 hours ago
And that sweet interaction with Brian at the end of the song. This is my new favorite
'barb4Adam' date='Jan 14th 2015, 11:08 AM'
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'madamimadam' date='Jan 14th 2015, 11:36 AM'
The OP has been updated!!!
:)
adamlambert_pic · 1h 1 hour ago
Audio: Queen + Adam Lambert - Save Me (Newcastle) - from kinkykiedis' video: Lossless M4A http://bit.ly/1sxZyu8 MP3 http://bit.ly/1KJxkma
'barb4Adam' date='Jan 14th 2015, 11:54 AM'
credit: Andy Commins/Daily Mirror
http://www.mirror.co.uk/lifestyle/going-ou...iew-new-4975300
https://twitter.com/GlamDianee/status/55540...8932608/photo/1
'madamimadam' date='Jan 14th 2015, 12:02 PM'
... and the OP has been updated again...
mmadamimadamm · 20m 20 minutes ago
In the spirit of fairness, can anyone c/p The Times full review... I can't read all of it. http://www.thetimes.co.uk/tto/arts/music/l...linkId=11721713 …
mmadamimadamm · 3m 3 minutes ago
RT @phil_walker: Think I am now a #glambert
mmadamimadamm · 3m 3 minutes ago
RT @OIQFC: Some great pictures by @Phil_Walker from the first night of the @QueenWilRock European tour, http://twitter.com/phil_walker/status/555370843539509248 …
'madamimadam' date='Jan 14th 2015, 2:15 PM'
mmadamimadamm · 19m 19 minutes ago
RT @xAmyB87x: Love this photo of @adamlambert on the sofa that I took at the AMAZING #QAL gig last night!… http://instagram.com/p/x2DD2oRrmE/
REVIEWS
mmadamimadamm · 2h 2 hours ago
RT @EMES79: Queen + Adam Lambert: Review » Spark Sunderland http://www.sparksunderland.com/featured/20...lambert-review/ … via @SparkSunderland
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'madamimadam' date='Jan 14th 2015, 2:22 PM'
mmadamimadamm · 24m 24 minutes ago
RT @EMES79: AMAZING PICS Queen and Adam Lambert, Metro Radio Arena, Newcastle https://www.flickr.com/photos/davidwala/set...57649872374519/ …
'Tiki'srose' date='Jan 14th 2015, 4:58 PM'
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Lilybop @lilybop2010 11m11 minutes ago
Large Newcastle pic of Adam Lambert showing Arms, Tattoos by Paul Fincken Photography http://lilybop.smugmug.com/Other-34/Newcas...aphy%201500.jpg …
'vampfever' date='Jan 14th 2015, 10:22 PM'
National Rock Review
QUEEN WITH ADAM LAMBERT AT METRO RADIO ARENA IN NEWCASTLE, UK ON 13-JAN-2015
http://www.nationalrockreview.com/concert-reviews/queen-with-adam-lambert-at-metro-radio-arena-in-newcastle-uk-on-13-jan-2015
'madamimadam' date='Jan 15th 2015, 7:08 PM'
watson_kathryn · Jan 13
@adamlambert You may not be Freddie but my god u r certainly Adam Lambert and I would not have wanted to see anybody but u up there!!
ScorpioBert · Jan 14
This is a really cool shot from Newcastle http://www.nationalrockreview.com/wp-conte...mKennedy-30.jpg …
Helen_lrc · Jan 14
The end of last night's Queen + Adam Lambert show in Newcastle. Brilliant!
#stereo for X-eyed viewing.
mmadamimadamm · 24h 24 hours ago
RT @ScorpioBert: 30 QAL pics from Newcastle - by Adam Kennedy Pics http://www.nationalrockreview.com/concert-...-on-13-jan-2015 … are uploaded here (cont) http://tl.gd/n_1sk0c6n
StevieJ73 · 5h 5 hours ago
Another photo of @adamlambert at Tuesday's nights Newcastle show for all the Queen fans and Glamberts out there!!
mmadamimadamm · Jan 14
RT @ScorpioBert: Adam Lambert And Queen Kick Off Their European Tour With An Awesome Show And Rave Reviews http://www.socialitelife.com/adam-lambert-...reviews-01-2015 …
mmadamimadamm · Jan 14
RT @ScorpioBert: Review - Queen with Adam Lambert at Metro Radio Arena in Newcastle, UK on 13-JAN-2015 | http://bit.ly/14Bncun
EMES79 · Jan 14
Queen with Adam Lambert at Metro Radio Arena in Newcastle, UK on 13-JAN-2015: http://www.nationalrockreview.com/concert-...-on-13-jan-2015 … via @nationalrockrev
LambritsUK · 11h 11 hours ago
5* for me RT @TravCTD87: Queen + Adam Lambert Newcastle show review in today's London Metro paper 4* review
LibraLaurie · 11h 11 hours ago
Video From Queen and Adam Lambert Tour Kick Off Goes Online http://www.antimusic.com/news/15/January/1...CGap3zc.twitter …
EMES79 · 8h 8 hours ago
Queen And Adam Lambert: Freddie Would Be Proud http://www.inquisitr.com/1757453/queen-and...would-be-proud/ … via @theinquisitr
'madamimadam' date='Jan 16th 2015, 3:03 PM'
mmadamimadamm · 30m 30 minutes ago
RT @rocklicks: For all the Glamberts live at Newcastle #adamlambert #queen @adamlambert @LifeWithQueen @ryousuke225
mmadamimadamm · 25m 25 minutes ago
RT @ScorpioBert: Queen & Adam Lambert- Live Newcastle Arena 2015 - Review: http://youtu.be/TJbIWHFUERI via @ Rock Licks Guitar Tuition
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