Snippets? Bring ’em!
Posted by bebereader on Wednesday, September 22, 2010

Screencap by Djafan
Confession. I was opposed to the release of snippets from “The Other Side of Down” but I changed my mind. You see, when snippets were released from David’s first, self-titled CD, I was disappointed because after all the anticipation, I felt they didn’t do justice to the most beautiful voice I had ever heard. The snippet for “Touch My Hand,” for example, was a let-down for me, and the rest of the assortment, except for a few, was not much better. I thought, was this the best the writers could do for such an amazing voice?
I later learned that snippets are not necessarily taken from the final cut of the song nor are they likely the best part of a song. They’re used to tease the fans into buying the album. When “David Archuleta” was finally released in November 2008, the full tracks sounded 100 times better! Fast forward to the present and I am head over heels in love with all the songs on David’s first CD, including the bonus songs. Odd that when I listen to the old snippets now, I find nothing wrong with them. But had I been an almost-fan at the time, instead of a full-fledged fan, I could have had second thoughts about buying the album.
This time around, Jive is singing a whole other tune, pun intended. We’ve been treated to two full songs, “Something ‘Bout Love” and “Elevator”; heard live versions of two others, “Parachutes and Airplanes” and “Things Are Gonna Get Better.” In addition to snippets from the tracks of “The Other Side of Down” and “Stomping The Roses,” “Who I Am,” and “Falling Stars,” we even got to hear a bit of an unnamed track in a bubbletweet.
With the album release date approaching, David has been spoon-feeding us previews of the songs from TOSOD in a guided tour of the album while very comfortably riding in a hansom cab through Central Park, munching on what I am guessing are New York City’s famous honey roasted peanuts bought from a vendor right in the park. An ingenious way to introduce fans to his new songs with David explaining the meaning behind each track. TOSOD has an eclectic mix of songs: pop, soul, country/pop, sassy vibes, all infused with David’s personality.
Video by Angelica
Recent tweets show that fans are happy with what they’ve heard from TOSOD, so far:
refnaf@davidarchie kinda think I am going to love your new cd… so far I love everything I have heard!!! snippets FTW! 🙂
thebeebee@DavidArchie We’ve all G.O.N.E…B.O.N.K.E.R.S… over “Elevator” and allll the snippets so far! I’m WILD for ELEVATOR!!! Wooooot!
frogcooke@DavidArchie Awww yay!!! I’ve heard it on the radio a few times! I’m excited to hear more of the song clips! Sounds great so far!
Joy4archie@DavidArchie I love all the previews. Everytime I say I have a favorite, the next one sounds even better. I love them all! haha! 😀
amy_inVA@DavidArchie I CANNOT WAIT to hear “TOSOD” and “Stomping the Roses!” Dang the previews are KILLA! You nailed it David – thanks so much! 🙂

Picture credit: Rebecca on facebook
This time, I’m not disappointed in any of the snippets. In fact, I’m loving every single one of them. The full songs not yet heard will be the icing on a very delicious cake. Although I’m not always in agreement with Jive’s promotion policies or lack thereof, they’ve shown they have faith in David’s abilities by giving him over 70 writers with which to work, resulting in his authorship on ten of the twelve songs. His genius will be all over this CD, showing up in lyrical phrasing and musical passages. We will see it in subtleties and nuances in the words and melodies, a dream come true for diehard fans. His creativity and storytelling skills will be apparent in these songs which will soon become woven into the tapestry of our lives. Touching a wider audience, more people will be affected and changed for the better. It is the power of The Voice and he is unstoppable.
David is standing on the threshold of something magical. We know how healing his music has been to people and the many lives it has changed. I just know it will happen again, with this new dose of music, as the CD makes it’s journey through the world. Given the opportunity to grow and stretch as an artist and to learn from seasoned writers and producers, I can only imagine what more is in store for us. This time, however, I cannot get enough snippets, bubble tweets or any other morsels thrown my way. In fact, they can’t come soon enough!
ram said
Bebe, yes, I agree with you-bring em and we will feast. My confession- I am a greedy fan.
Angelica- TOSOD Snippets.wmv It’s my “little box of chocolates.”
Ummmmmm, yummmmm, delicious. And your selection of pics is well, you know.
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dakgal said
Can’t sleep–so here I am prowling around Archuletaville–glad I stopped by tho I’m kind of hungry , so I think I’ll start with some
audio hors d’oeuvres and finish off with a bowl of ” Eat your Snippets” with my morning coffee. Best breakfast I’ve had in a long time –thanks Bebe.
The brain isn’t really engaged yet–so will comment more later, when I come out of my ” staring into space ” mode. Ta Ta
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Marylee said
“It is the power of The Voice and he is unstoppable”.
~Bebe – While I, too, am enjoying all these yummy morsels, I’m ready for the “icing on the cake” ..bring it, David! I’m in love with your album already & so very proud of you!
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betsy said
“His genius will be all over this cd.”
This.
I can hardly stand the wait.
I am loving the snippets that he has been giving us. I think it’s smart that he is the one doing it, not someone illegally leaking them.
A carefully planned musical assault on us. 🙂
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Tawna21 said
While I love these snippets, they test my patience. I (along with a million others) am ready for the full cd. Is it really still 2 weeks? I know, I know, it will be here in no time. I will continue to work on my patience.
I completely agree– “His genius will be all over this cd.”
Tawna
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MunkFOD said
After watching David’s interview videos and hearing about the purity of sound and connection and making a difference in the world…It is going to be all thru this CD! I think the snippets only show us a very small part of how epic this CD is going to be. Thanks so much everyone for sharing your thoughts! I lurk here often and you guys are great!
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refnaf said
bebebebebe (((hug))) Thanks for this article. I am a snippet lover…these snippets especially, to hear from David himself how each song was born…. eeeeeeeeeeeeeee I am quite incoherent, the snippets, his recent performances and interviews have made me adore him even more…. and we all know that is hardly possible.
AND YET IT IS TRUE!!!!!!
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betsy said
http://www.mix1079fm.com/audio.php
Jared interviews David. It’s short but sweet. 🙂
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bebereader said
Thanks everyone, for your thoughtful comments! Thank you, lurkers, too! I am just so agog for this new cd! It’s rare when you like every song on an album but so far, that’s the case with TOSOD.
Be sure to check out Angelica’s new video, embedded in the article, showcasing all the new songs.
Ram: I’m just as greedy! 😉
Dak: Munch all you want! These treats are lowcal, low fat, low sodium but high in sugar! LOL
Marylee: Mmmm Mmmm good! haha
Betsy: “A carefully planned musical assault on us. :)” Yikes, you’re right!
Tawna: I know they will go by quickly but why do these two weeks feel like they’re dragging? 😉
MunkFOD: “…hearing about the purity of sound and connection and making a difference in the world…It is going to be all thru this CD!” And we’re ready!
refref: {{{hugs right back atcha}}} We’re going to be swallowed up in these songs very soon. I agree with you…With the snippets and recent interviews we just fall deeper under his spell!
Betsy: I just heard that interview! Thanks for posting. Loved the enthusiasm in David’s voice. It’s so contagious!
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djafan said
Bebe, thank you for this great write!
I’m a snippet lover, I loved his first cd snippets, but I’ll confess this time around with the story behind each song being told by David eating and explaining, hearing “him” in these songs have me tightly wound in anticipation for the whole enchilada!
“His genius will be all over this CD, showing up in lyrical phrasing and musical passages. We will see it in subtleties and nuances in the words and melodies, a dream come true for diehard fans. His creativity and storytelling skills will be apparent in these songs which will soon become woven into the tapestry of our lives. Touching a wider audience, more people will be affected and changed for the better. It is the power of The Voice and he is unstoppable.”
This just needed to be repeated!
Ram, Angelica sure does no how to put a box of chocolate together!
Angelic, love the video!
Dak, ta ta…lol
Betsy, Tawna, My patience is wearing thin!
Munkfod,
This was a great interview, I love hearing him talk about music in depth, when he is given a chance his remarkable intelligence is so evident.
Hi ref! Mutual snippet lover! Are you still in Spain?
I put up the radio station by state link on left sidebar. Just click on the RADIO picture if your so inclined to request SBL and E.
http://www.alliholics.com/board/index.php?/topic/27-request-info-for-radio-stations-in-every-state-in-alphabetical-order/
Good reviews!
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Angelica said
“TOSOD has an eclectic mix of songs: pop, soul, country/pop, sassy vibes, all infused with David’s personality…His genius will be all over this CD, showing up in lyrical phrasing and musical passages. We will see it in subtleties and nuances in the words and melodies, a dream come true for diehard fans. His creativity and storytelling skills will be apparent in these songs which will soon become woven into the tapestry of our lives.”
When I compare the snippets from the first cd and this one, the difference I feel is a cool, quirky, as you say, sassy vibe. It’s going to a honey of an album, I just know it. I personally love snippets but you can’t make a meal of them. They just leave you wanting more!
On October 5th, I am going to make a complete pig of myself. 😛
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bebereader said
David Archuleta – Live at 97.1 ZHT
Complete show!
Youtube comment from our own Blisskasden:
“Nobody lights up a room just by showing up like David. This audience looked hypnotized and mesmerized, which is what happens when you get too close to the fire that is David Archuleta.”
Enjoy!
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Angelica said
Dibs on that quote Djafan. I’m sure I pushed submit while you were rummaging around for tweets to paste. 😉
Thanks! I think audio hors d’oeuvres and snippets are best served with a box of chocolates.
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bebereader said
There are now two interviews at this link from 107.9:
1) “Wes Interviews David Archuleta”.
2) “Jared Interviews David Archuleta”.
Both equally good!
http://www.mix1079fm.com/audio.php
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nanaweize said
I’v spent the morning trying to find a little bit of chocolate around here…all I could find is a couple of m&m’s that the dog had licked and baking chocolate! Ewww!
I love the snippets but I am like most of you…just need a little more to tide me over. I have had the house to myself this morning and it has been an all David household so far today. Music loud and beautiful…started the playlist at the beginning and listened to all the songs and starting on the second time around. Laundry and dishes don’t seem so bad with David around.
Now off to search for chocolate in my sons room if I dare.
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blisskasden said
Bebereader, I’m busted! I saw that video on You Tube and, as usually happens, was moved to post immediately. That audience looked like they were turned into “Archu-zombies” while David just did his thing, which is to sing every song, every time, like it’s the finale on American idol.
As for your fine article, I have to agree with you. I am, as a rule, anti-snippet. The snippets from his first CD freaked me out (just a litle), and when I go back back to listen to them now, I laugh at how misleading they were as to the true quality of the songs, and David’s performance of them. “My Hands” and “Touch My Hand”, two of the best songs from that or any CD, were examples of snippets that were rendered moot by the full version of the songs.
The snippets from this CD, IMO, are more “grabbing”, and make me and everyone else yearn for the full song. My 2 favorites are TSOD and WIA. This CD will be fantastic, and his live performances, in concert halls, will re-write music history.
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bebereader said
Nana#15 Did you find any chocolate in your son’s room? Care to share? 😉
Bliss#16 I’ve been enjoying your comments on youtube for the longest time, even before I met you online. I agree with you about “My Hands”. I didn’t care for it in snippet form either but it grew to be my second favorite track on the first cd, “Barriers”, being the first.
Okay, since you mentioned favorites on TOSOD, I choose “STR” and “SBL”. But that, of course, is subject to change.
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xaris said
I have no self-control and will snippet at the drop of a hat. Repeatedly. I love the latest set of Q&A; David was so insightful and so…David. I did hurt myself laughing during part 4. Did y’all see Momjulee’s latest article? It’s good not to be normal!!
http://mormonarchuletafan.wordpress.com/
Cheers!
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bebereader said
Xaris: Thanks for the link!
Here’s more from yesterday’s interview at B98.7, plus ATM
“He has the most stunning amber eyes…”
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djafan said
Bebe, thanks for that video.
Love the way he put the water bottle under his leg, I was very lucky to get mine…lol
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djafan said
Jim’s got TOSOD!
jambajim
http://twitpic.com/2qzr2b – Brace yourselves, @DavidArchie fans. LOOK WHAT I RECEIVED TODAY!
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nanaweize said
#17…Bebe…I didn’t find any chocolate in my sons room but I did find 2 missing forks, my favorite glass and a lot of empty candy wrappers.
I did find some chocolate chips in the freezer tho….Nice but not as good as the real thing. Kind of like the snippets…good but better with the cookies attached. Can’t wait for the whole cookie! Oct 5th is only a little over a week and a half…right!
I am enjoying all the latest videos…went to watch videos in The Voice Unplugged and decided I am even missing the shiney black suit.
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Blisskasden said
Bebe I haven’t looked forward to an album this much since” Sgt. Pepper”. (LOL).
Those close up videos of David singing at that patio event are really beyond description. The combination of his magnificent voice and insanely handsome face taking up the whole screen is so satisfyting, I think it’s illegal in 14 states and Guam.
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bebereader said
djfan#21 You could almost touch the cd in that pic but then it slips out of your hand. *sigh* October 5, where are you?
Nana#22 “…and decided I am even missing the shiney black suit.”
Seems like ages ago, doesn’t it?
Bliss#23 haha ITA, it’s illegal in 14 states and Guam!
Here’s another closeup, this time of “Elevator”. Can you handle the closeups? I think this is the best Elevator to date! Watch to the end.
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Abrra said
Bebe
This time around I am enjoying the snippets. I didn’t listen to any for the first two CD’s because I wanted to have something very special to look forward to. The difference this time is that David himself has been leaking songs like Niagara Falls, over the last 3 months. Avoiding new material would have cut into my David time immensely. Not.gonna.happen.
Angelica
Thanks for a new video for Unplugged. So many nice close ups!
Can someone from Utah please give me a time line for all these radio station videos? I can’t get it straight in my mind in what order they happened! Frankly I am a bit woozy from the close ups, too. David is getting more coy in his responses to the silly questions. Seriously, fans do not care to ask him those girlfriend questions, move on ? Talk about what he plans for his future musically and watch him light up. 🙂 Anyone with common sense can see he is in no position for a relationship. He is smart to keep the focus on his career now.
Abrra
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poof said
OH yes, OH YES! Bebe’s #24 Elevator. My “like” has turned to “love”! He is incredible.
And Bebe,,,, “….these songs which will soon become woven into the tapestry of our lives.” Just lovely and so true. Thank you.
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SandyBeaches said
This is where David is going and it just takes all that David has to get there. Maybe he will be right there with his own new songs in just a few more days.
SB
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bebereader said
Hey SandyBeaches!
Thanks for the video.
13 more days and counting!
Please vote for “Something ‘Bout Love’ on MUSIQTONE!
100 votes every 12 hours.
http://musiqtone.com/music/thecount/index.php
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Dayzee said
Ab, the radio station mini concerts began with 107.9, then 97.1 on Monday. Then 98.7 on Tuesday.
It was great to see David spending time here with his family. His sister hollering that his luggage had arrived. His brother playing guitar. Sightings of Lupe and Jeff. I can’t think who else in the music business would be bringing his family along to their gigs. LOL
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djafan said
He was in second place he’s now in 4th 😦
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bebereader said
dja#30 SBL slipped to 4th place? We can’t let that happen! Please use the link in comment #28 to get SBL back up there!
Also, we need to step up the requests for SBL and Elevator on radio. You can use this link to find your state/town/radio stations in your area.
http://www.alliholics.com/board/index.php?/topic/27-request-info-for-radio-stations-in-every-state-in-alphabetical-order/
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Dayzee said
Just when I thought my feet were back on the ground, there is that “Elevator” video from yesterday. Now I am melting again.
The music came up too quickly and David was still sitting at the keyboard. It was obvious he wanted to be standing and moving. I wondered how long it would take for him to extricate himself from the stationary mike.
Oh, and wasn’t that the best rendition of “Chopsticks” ever? It was delivered with such glee!!
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Tawna21 said
Has anyone seen the part 3 snippets on YouTube yet?
Tawna
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Tawna21 said
I mean the whole dialog, not just the songs (I’ve confused myself,too).
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djafan said
Dayzee, the best Elevator to date IMO!!!!
Tawna….here you go!
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bebereader said
“Let’s Get Crackin'”
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betsy said
“Let’s get crackin’ on the sound.”
Taskmaster 🙂
Loving all the videos.
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betsy said
http://thatwentwell.net/category/recommendations-resources/celebrity-interviews/
They can’t stop talking about him. (Erin and Todd)
We know the feeling.
Erin had tears in her eyes during 1000 Miles. Welcome to the club. I wonder if she’s youtubed him yet.
“David Archuleta Live and Unplugged”
Ramble, ramble.
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stenocruiser said
Bringing this over from Soul David — posted by desertrat — whee! David on Regis:
Wednesday, October 6
Jay Leno: Shaun White, Florence Henderson, Toby Keith
Craig Ferguson: Debra Winger
The View: Patrick Stewart
Regis and Kelly: Diane Lane, David Archuleta
http://www.interbridge.com/lineupsdate.html
Wonder if there are other appearances we have yet to hear about.
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bebereader said
Good Morning!
Steno: Thanks for bringing that info here! I’m soooo happy to hear David is going to be on national TV! I’ve been tweeting Regis and Kelly from The Voice twitter for the longest time! This is great news!! 😀 😀 😀
Betsy: Erin is smitten. She’s in for the “ride of her life!” 😀
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bebereader said
Mark Franklin of Idol Chatter interviewed David:
Chatter: You do have some great fans.
David: Yeah, they’ve been great. It’s great to see that they’re still there. That they’re still supportive. Sometimes, I’m like, “I don’t know. Maybe they were just fans of American Idol.” But they’re still there. And I’m really appreciative of that.
For the entire article, click here:
http://ydtalk.com/chatter/?p=654
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betsy said
Wow. Bebe, I just watched that #19 video of 1000 Miles. I had seen another one and loved that one. But this…
Wow.
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bebereader said
Betsy: All the videos from tiptcow11 are excellent quality. The sound was distorted in the first batch of videos from that show but these are sharp and crystal clear.
Here’s tiptcow11’s Something ‘Bout Love, including banter.
Elevator
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Abrra said
#29
Dayzee
Thanks for the order of the appearances. I think the Todd & Erin videos are the best for Unplugged. I have limited space, so I will use those.
We are going to have to keep the pressure on to keep David’s name and music out there. Please vote for “Something ‘Bout Love’ on MUSIQTONE!
100 votes every 12 hours.
http://musiqtone.com/music/thecount/index.php
Abrra
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bebereader said
Thanks for that link, Abs. I’m voting right now as I type, trying to get my 100 votes in.
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skydancer1x said
wow!Just getting caught up on everything David this morning after a day away! enjoying all the video eye candy this morning! WHEW!E! A thousand miles!EEEEEK!David is SO beautiful in that video…just can’t even put down words.
I love new snippets! I actually don’t remember how I felt about the 1st albums snippets…
please excuse me while I have a blonde/senior moment.)
I do know there is a definite “energy” in these song snippets, that wasn’t there in Davids first cd, (even though I came to love every song on that album.) I mean, it was impeccably done, with Davids beautiful voice, but it was the live shows that infused that “David energy” into those songs…My Hands, Barriers, Touch my Hand, love them all and always will..
This sophomore cd,listening to these snippets…I am definitely feeling the energy right off the bat. I feel like a jockey sitting on a champion horse,he’s restless,nudging the gate, ready to go…!and I am tightening my grip,preparing myself… hanging on for the ride he will provide. October 5th, that gate will open, and our ‘Secretariat’ will show us all he’s got. I can’t wait.
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djafan said
Good Morning!
Very busy work day, but I wanted to repeat this.
Skydancer,
“I feel like a jockey sitting on a champion horse,he’s restless,nudging the gate, ready to go…!and I am tightening my grip,preparing myself… hanging on for the ride he will provide. October 5th, that gate will open, and our ‘Secretariat’ will show us all he’s got. I can’t wait.”
I feel like horse now!
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bebereader said
Skydancer#46 Your analogy of the horse at the gate…it’s ingenious!
Regarding the Idol Chatter interview:
“Chatter: You do have some great fans.
David: Yeah, they’ve been great. It’s great to see that they’re still there. That they’re still supportive. Sometimes, I’m like, “I don’t know. Maybe they were just fans of American Idol.” But they’re still there. And I’m really appreciative of that.”
Dear David: Not only are we still here, but we’re stuck like glue to you. As for American Idol…American who?
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djafan said
To prepare we need to watch these,
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betsy said
Kelly, Simon never said that. 🙂
We remember everything!
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bebereader said
Betsy: I don’t remember Simon saying it either.
Here’s David on Regis and Kelly in November 2008, singing his first single, “Crush.”
Regis said to David: You know you’ve got the greatest smile in the world!
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MunkFOD said
Thanks for these vids! They bring back fun memories! wow! That was two years ago! He is going to blow them away! Can’t wait!
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skydancer1x said
47.Djafan…I feel like horse now! haha (I know!I know! I am so ready!)
&
49…… I loved that day on Regis and Kelly. Loved when David said “huh?” after Kelly’s Simon comment,LOL! and how David got such a kick out of Regis fans are called the “Rejects”. haha Thanks for posting.
Bebereader..”Dear David: Not only are we still here, but we’re stuck like glue to you. As for American Idol…American who?”
Yes David,we are out here,in vast numbers…and we aren’t EVER leaving!! We will be coming to your concerts, well into our Platinum Archie years! you will know us…we’ll be the ones tapping along to the oldies,like Zero Gravity, with our walkers!
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Heidijoy said
I remember Simon saying “I wish I was you” to David. It was as though he was thinking out loud and was said around the time he said your young, your good looking and you have a good voice. Hollywood week on another day.(I think) I always thought it was interesting that the film never showed up. I remember it well, just like Kelly and as you heard some of the audience agreed. I so wished it was kept on film but since it slipped out and was so uncharacteristic of Simon,it never made it off the cutting room floor. Back to lurking. I love this site. Everyone is always so positive and supportive.
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bebereader said
From mikekmusic on Twitter:
Good morning from Kansas! We play today with bruno mars, Natasha beddingfield and others looking forward to watching the other bands
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bebereader said
Please remember to request “Something ‘Bout Love” and “Elevator” on your local radio stations. You can use this link to find your state/town/radio stations in your area. It’s also on the left sidebar.
http://www.alliholics.com/board/index.php?/topic/27-request-info-for-radio-stations-in-every-state-in-alphabetical-order/
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bebereader said
Skydancer#53 “Yes David, we are out here, in vast numbers…and we aren’t EVER leaving!! We will be coming to your concerts, well into our Platinum Archie years! you will know us…we’ll be the ones tapping along to the oldies,like Zero Gravity, with our walkers!”
You ain’t kidding!! LOL 😀
Heidijoy#54 I guess I missed it! Would have loved to hear Simon say those words…and then eat them later! Ooops. Did I say that? LOL
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djafan said
Maybe The Other Side of Down????? Hoping!
EmanuelKiriakou
I heard a rumor that @davidarchie might be singing a new song tonight at a radio show….hmmm..
3 minutes ago via web
TommyOnTheRadio
3 hrs from showtime! Who’s pumped??? @natashabdnfield @BrunoMars @IyazLive @TheCodySimpson @thereadyset @DavidArchie @Channel963 #pinkribbon
half a minute ago via Echofon
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Jen A said
#59 That picture just sucked the life out of me. **whimpers**
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silverfox said
It’s pouring rain in Wichita & David is sick! He has the flu according to some tweets, but he sounded great in the sound check. He rehearsed “Falling Stars”, another awesomeage sounding song!
And no M&G because he does not feel well enough. 😦
David needs our good thoughts & prayers. He has another gig tomorrow in PA & after that he’s in Ohio. He will have almost no rest for the next several days, unless he is sick enough to cancel.
We know the show will go on, but please pray for David and/or send him good vibes & good wishes for a great show. He has lots of supportive fans in the audience which should make him feel better. 🙂
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djafan said
Silverfox, can you please post your prayer tonight? We’d really appreciate it!
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djafan said
Bit of Falling Stars soundcheck… 🙂
http://www.twitvid.com/DSXZC
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I said
Love TOSOD!!!
David visits his home, returning allergies!….Sorry
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djafan said
@benantelis (David’s drummer)
Just finished soundcheck! http://twitpic.com/2ravge
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silverfox said
Djafan, I’m hoping the tweets about David’s Flu & how sick he is, are greatly exagerated. Looks like a few fans were able to meet with him according to a tweet. If true, perhaps he’s feeling much better. 🙂
We shall soon see. Hoping to have videos of his performace tonight which will be very telling. Not from his singing which is always sublime, but from his eyes, movements & banter. 😉
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djafan said
I saw that SF, hoping he’s fine also! Still would like the prayer?
I’m staying up for videos!!!
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silverfox said
Djafan, You got it. Later. After the videos. 🙂
I think it’s time.
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djafan said
((((SF))))
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djafan said
Singing Falling Stars!
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silverfox said
“Falling Stars” from zerogravity1..video not great, but audio is pretty good. Hoping for a more clear video. Even so, David looks GOOD & he’s wearing his “Lucky Sneakers”! 😆
http://www.twitvid.com/WTS0W
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skydancer1x said
I love it already.David said it was a beautiful song, and it is.My heart is beating faster right now.
thanks Silverfox.
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bebereader said
I missed all the excitement but just watched Falling Stars.
One word.
dkjkfjuigiooadiofieupoauroagl;kkgiagll
*faints*
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Abrra said
SBL
http://www.twitvid.com/K7SND
credit karin
We are DOOMED!
Abrra
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Tawna21 said
dja #35–thank you (I just got here today, that’s why I’m so late seeing it) so much!! I’m having real issues with YouTube lately, but if I can download it into RealPlayer it works great.
Tawna
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bebereader said
From Eman on Twitter:
All u @davidarchie fans. Thank u sooooo much for ur kind words about Falling Stars…No one but him could’ve done the song proper justice. 3 minutes ago via Twitter for iPhone
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silverfox said
Djafan, per your request. 🙂
Dear Lord,
Please take care of David. Watch over him and protect him from all harm.
Cloak him with your love and give him the strength to endure all that is thrown in his path.
Give David the courage to say no to those who ask for more than he can reasonably give.
Surround David with people who will love and support David unconditionally as we Archangels do.
Separate David from those who have agendas other than for his well being.
Give him rest when he’s weary and stamina to sustain his hectic pace.
Give him assurance when he feels doubt and give him joy when he feels sad.
Keep him always in your protective arms during this time on his journey.
And please Lord, give us, his fans, the wisdom to do right by David always.
Help us in the way we support David so that it’s in his best interests.
Keep David and and his voice healthy & strong as he fulfills his Destiny.
May he continue to encounter goodwill and happiness wherever his journey takes him.
Though we may be unworthy, we humbly pray.
Amen
David, Buenas Noches! Sleep well with sweet & happy dreams. Thank you for all you do and for who you are. Keep with you all our love, support & prayers always. Contigo siempre! We will be with you always! Please TAKE CARE.
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Angelica said
Falling Stars!!!! Oh my stars!! It is beautiful devastating love and his voice is insane!
I will pray for him SF. Pray for us too.
We are, as Abrra says, DOOOOOOMMMEDD!!!
The peek a boo belt is back. ^^^^^^^
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djafan said
THANK YOU SF!!!!
How I’ve missed your prayer(tears), and I agree I think it’s time and David’s time too.
He sounds so strong, hoping for good vids!
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Angelica said
Yes, SF, thank you for the return of the prayer. So much ahead for him with promotion and tour. I always keep David in my private prayers but your prayer posted publicly feels so right too. Thanks.
I am really needing better video and audio from tonight’s performances. Especially Falling Stars.
Waiting for the stars to fall. sigh…..
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djafan said
Waiting and waiting….
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bebereader said
Silverfox: Thanks for the prayer! Missed it!
Twitvid of Elevator (from Zerogravity1)
http://www.twitvid.com/DMG3L
Audience singing along!
Sigh, how we will survive this?
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SandyBeaches said
Thank you for David’s prayer SF. It make me feel a little more relaxed now that we are sending him our hopes and wishes and prayers. Our collective energy will reach him I am certain.
SB
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bebereader said
“Falling Stars”…it’s already a fan favorite, at first listen!
*sigh* I just just….OKAY I JUST LOVE IT!!
Here are some of the comments, so far.
Names were removed to protect the innocent spazzers. LOL
I’ve lost the ability to function… -sobs-
Falling Stars just became my life.
can’t stop crying,, just can’t hold it. no words just tears..
love this song, love him so much
Gosh I’m already in love with this beautiful song! I can’t thank you enough for this!!!!
OMG Karin this is soooo beautiful!! Ty so much!
I LOVE Falling Stars – I need a bigger font for LOVE!!!!
Holy..! Someone pick my jaw off the floor, that was awesome! This makes the wait even more painful.
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Mandi said
SF, thanks for the prayer. David needs it even more now. Reading it brought tears to my eyes. I do have the same prayer for him in my heart.
I have been waiting to hear Falling Stars in full and now that I have, I can’t pull myself away from the Twitvid. I can’t believe how beautiful of a song this is. Listening to the songs with the backing of a band is like feast to my ears. I could snack on snippets and acoustic performances but having a band accompany The Voice makes these performances so great. My life is going to once again be put on a stand still, spending my time watching David’s concert videos. Part of me doesn’t want to go back to last year when I have to stay up all night waiting for YT videos, but part of me is longing to hear David sing his heart out amid the audience screaming his name. When he comes to my hometown, I will be first in line, that’s for sure.
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nanaweize said
SF..thank you for the beautiful and meaningful prayer for us and for David.
The melody on Falling Stars just grabbed me and it still has me in it’s grasp. I need to hear a better vocal…I too am waiting up! Just need to hear a clear vocal so I can sleep!
Yes…we are Doooooooooooooooommmmedd!!!!!
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bebereader said
“Falling Stars” in HQ
credit YouCanCallMeTina
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djafan said
What has happened?????!!!!!
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bebereader said
“Something ‘Bout Love”
credit YouCanCallMeTina
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bebereader said
djafan#87 I don’t know but I like it! 😉
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bebereader said
“Elevator”
MAN OH MAN!
YouCanCallMeTina
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bebereader said
“Crush”
credit YouCanCallMeTina
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bebereader said
“Crush” Soundcheck!
credit YouCanCallMeTina
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bebereader said
Can’t sleep.
Have a video.
This is from 97.1’s radio event.
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fandaforeverti48 said
LOVE Falling Stars…….though couldn’t hear the words, it gave me chills. Loved the snippet of it on first listen but longed to hear the entire song. His voice does sounds unreal. So different yet so truly beautiful, ohhhhhhhhhhh…..
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xaris said
Wake Up Everyone!! Snippets on Amazon!
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stenocruiser said
Oh my! Good Place, Look Around, My Kind of Perfect, Complain — these snippets are killers. I love this David, this album will be such a treasure — hurry October 5th!
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SandyBeaches said
Thank you Santa Xaris…I have listened to all of them and like everyone I already have my favorites even by way of snippets…and they are all awesome. The concert vids were a bit of a strain to hear but these are fantastic
SB
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SandyBeaches said
Of the new snippets…just tell me you don’t love these: Good Place, My Kind of Perfect, Falling Stars (already heard I know) and of course The Other Side of Down…Way to go David, big songs, big hits and toss in a few big videos!
SB
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Abrra said
Xaris!
WOW! Loving his voice on all the snippets! Just enough production, not over done at all. The last 5 songs have a definite Nashville influence IMO. The time spent on pounding out the lyrics has paid off!
http://archuletafanscene.com/ Has links to mp3’s from last night’s performances. 🙂
Falling Stars
When you forget me
When you don’t remember my name
Not even a memory
Somewhere in the back of your brain
I won’t be offended
Cause I’ll always know that the day
Will come when I’m not enough to make you stay
Tell me it’s not possible that we could break
But nothing is illogical, believe me
Like falling stars over your head
They’ve been bound to burn out, burn out
Crashing ’cause I’ll never get over you, never over you
You are so beautiful, yeah
Love’s never end, after time it’s still lingering on
It’s still burning;
Don’t you think it’s beautiful?
I’ll always love you
Oh believe it or not
Baby that’s not enough to, not enough to
Stop these falling stars over your head
They’ve been bound to burn out, burn out
Crashing ’cause I’ll never get over you, never over you
You are so beautiful, yeah
When it’s all said and done
I’ll just be a speck in the galaxy
Floating far away by gravity
Tell me it’s not possible that we could break
Like falling stars
Like crashing cars
Like falling stars over your head
They’ve been bound to burn out, burn out
Crashing ’cause I’ll never get over you, never over you, oh
You are so beautiful
You are so beautiful, yeah
I found this on AFS, not sure if they are official.
Abrra
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FG said
I spy with my little eye….a belt. *remembers to pack fava beans for trip to Ohio*
I’m leaving tomorrow. OHMYGOD.
The snippets! In the name of every frog that ever hopped onto a lily pad!!!! WHATTTTTT? SERRRIOUSSSLY? OHMYGOD.
🙂
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angelofdja said
BWAHAHAHAHA! I seriously LOVE you FG! 😀 (I LOVE ALL the snippets too!)
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bebereader said
*yawn* Is it still morning? I was up way too late last night, watching “Falling Stars”. I think this song gives David an edge and it sounds so radio worthy to me. I can’t get enough of it.
Did anyone else notice the change in David’s stage presence? More self-assured doesn’t fully express what I mean. Lately, I notice that he has the audience in the palm of his hand. The change is so subtle and yet so profound that only a well-seasoned fan who has been there since Day 1 would notice. Agree?
SB: A few new videos would be great!
FG: Have a great time! Try to be strong! 😉
Xaris: Thanks for the Amazon snippets! They are amazing but I am going to see if I can stay away from them and hold out until 10/5, which, by the way, is less than two weeks away!
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Abrra said
Bebe
He has really taken command of the stage! Having new material to work with may have given him a shot of adrenaline fueled confidence.
I am running at 46 video set in http://www.livestream.com/thevoiceunplugged . It’s all of the TOSOD promo appearances. I can guarantee a smile for all!
Abrra
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bebereader said
Abs: Tell me when you’re running that set and I’m there! Right now?
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Abrra said
Yes! I will leave it up for a few days as I will add more til Sunday for sure.
I have errands to do, so I can’t go to chat tho 😦
Abrra
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xaris said
Awwww, Bebe! I admire your resolve to stay away from the snippets. How do you fell about AOL Radio which will be streaming TOSOD in its entirety starting Monday–AAAAAHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!
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xaris said
Actually, it will be streamed by AOL Music–I’m a little excited here. Wonder why?
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kaycee said
Hooray for new snippets! Even more excited for the new album now! My Kind of Perfect…swoon! Loving Complain and Good Place as well! And well…Falling Stars…what can you say?
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Tawna21 said
Oh dear!! AOLRadio will be streaming TOSOD full album on Monday for free. I WILL NOT GO THERE!! Really, I just don’t want to spoil 11:59pm Oct 4th.
I. Will. Be. Strong!
I hope David feels better today and gets some needed rest in between is shows. {{hugs & prayers}}
Tawna
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bebereader said
Xaris#106/107 Streamlined on AOL Music? Where did you hear about this? Can you post a link to the info please?
I knew this was coming and, like Tawna, I will try to be strong! Yes I will try. I will try to talk myself into being strong. haha
Kaycee#108 Good picks; I like them all!
Tawna#109 “I hope David feels better today and gets some needed rest in between is shows. {{hugs & prayers}}”
Amen!
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xaris said
Bebe- AOLMusic tweeted the info.
There is no link up yet, probably won’t be up until Monday morning.
Be strong Tawna and Bebe. I have come to terms with the fact that I am weak and will be STREAMING LIKE A CRAZY WOMAN. LOL!
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bebereader said
Xaris: Thank you for the twitter link to AOL Music. I will try to ummmm stay away from there that day. No guarantees, tho.;)
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Angelica said
Love all the new snippets but I am so locked into the Falling Stars vortex today I can’t break away for long. I have lost track of how many times I have watched the HD version. The song is so haunting and lovely and his voice so what I can not describe in words but even the time he goes pitchy on one “falling stars” it is so raw and pure it works. Near the end he infuses a quaver in his voice that is no accident but intentional and pure genius.
He is something else and it is powerful.
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bebereader said
For those who would like to partake of the Amazon snippets:
credit totoroarchie
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djafan said
I’m, I’m, IDK.
from FallingStars
screencaps credit djafan
credit Shelleyfod
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ascphil said
#113 Angelica
I’m with you on the Falling Star vortex. Gosh, it’s on repeat and on continuous loop as I’m writing this. I’m addicted to it. I’m in love with it. It makes me tearful every time, but the feeling gives me an exhilaration that makes me want more of it.
When David said that Eman wanted him not to use any vibrato, that he shouldn’t sound like himself, I now agree that the idea was brilliant. He sounds so real, so vulnerable, so like a person you are intimate with, who is pouring his heart out. And David is so great with the bridges in his songs. This is one of his most heart-stopping renditions. The emotion builds up so much such that it causes his voice to crack in the ensuing refrain. At first you’d think that maybe it was because he was sick, but after listening to it several times, I no longer see it as a flaw in his singing. It actually made him so effective in relating the painful message of the song. It’s just like when Michael Jackson’s voice cracked at the last part of the song She’s Out Of My Life. Yes, it is powerful. Sheer, raw genius.
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goodkarmaseeker said
FALLING STARS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! This more than any of the new songs had totally taken me in. This one is a total stand out. It absolutely SHOULD be a hit. Everything about it just grabs you right from the beginning and you can’t stop being under it’s spell. It’s so perfect for David’s voice. If he sang this one on TV gosh I just think there’d be no stopping it. Just in a class by itself. Sorry for gushing on but I can tell our fate is sealed now. Thanks Djafan #115 for the beautiful pictures and youtube.
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SandyBeaches said
What was the audiene doing?
Were they partying amongst themselves?
Were they someone else’s fans?
David’s fans would be listening to a new song in awe so quietly that you would be able to hear a pin drop.
Who was this crowd?
Do they know how honored they were to hear this song on stage for the first time?
Actually, the zoo was not a bad place after all!
SB
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I said
YouCanCallMeTina …… Who is it?
Thanks. beautiful and bright, brilliant, brilliant videos.
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SandyBeaches said
Ah, the word was to be ‘audience’…
SB
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djafan said
I loved SBL performance last night, hearing the crowd singing with him. He walked out and owned that stage like a rockstar.
Falling Stars is a trance inducing song. I didn’t understand how he could not sound like himself and to me he does still sound like himself but like Ascphil so brilliantly pointed described,
He sounds so real, so vulnerable, so like a person you are intimate with, who is pouring his heart out. And David is so great with the bridges in his songs. This is one of his most heart-stopping renditions. The emotion builds up so much such that it causes his voice to crack in the ensuing refrain. At first you’d think that maybe it was because he was sick, but after listening to it several times, I no longer see it as a flaw in his singing. It actually made him so effective in relating the painful message of the song. It’s just like when Michael Jackson’s voice cracked at the last part of the song She’s Out Of My Life. Yes, it is powerful. Sheer, raw genius.
Oh yes, genius!
I’m also weak, I won’t be holding out to listen to anything, I want it now! But I’m going to confess, I’m a little scared of My Kind Of Perfect in its entirety.
screencap credit djafan
Album TOSOD is a winner!
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SandyBeaches said
Time for David to get off of the crowded freeway and back on to his stage, solo…he would be smiling just because he was finally back there! 😉
SB
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djafan said
SB, I would guess that some are fans of the other acts. My hope would be that they would get exposed to David and his voice and be curious about his music and become at least David music buying fans even if they don’t contract ODD, which is total not normal to me..lol
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Pabuckie said
121. Thanks for posting my twitpic!
There is a cellcast tonight here via ArchieRX at 8:30 EST–>
http://www.blogtv.com/People/ArchieRx
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djafan said
Hey Pabuckie!
Thanks for the link to the cellcast, will be there for sure!
I’ve made the screencaps posted today myself and have more to come. I’m sorry but I didn’t see your twitpics, though I’m sure they’re lovely! 🙂
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Pabuckie said
Hi Djafan. The reason I said that is because I didn’t see any credit mentioned and I have the same exact pic. Yep, I made about 50 screencaps myself. Couldn’t help it.
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djafan said
Pabuckie…lol
It’s a disease, tells me we have a similar eye for visuals. 🙂 🙂
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Abrra said
I went into my workshop and put Falling Stars in slow motion and used an mp3 at reg speed. It works!
credit the original video: YouCanCallMeTina
Thanks Pabuckie for that link!
Abrra
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SandyBeaches said
#123 Djafan, They were not giving the artist a chance to sing this to the audience. David is not someone who is usually ignored by the audience (even those new to David) like he was. We always respect people who open for David but this was quite a gaggle of noise while he sang a most heartfelt of songs. That is why he appreciates his own concerts.
SB
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djafan said
SB, You’re so right about how he feels about his own concerts. He knows we’re all there for him.
By the looks of it there were loads of young teens there, several being carried out of the moshpit, don’t know about their level of respect or lack of. We need to clone David. 🙂
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KH said
I was at the concert last night. (So great, despite having heard only four DA songs — we heard Falling Stars live for the first time!!) Some number of the crowd was there to party, I think. However, a lot of DA fans were there and before the concert when I spoke to the young girls around me, some said they were there for David too (or for David and others.) The mosh pit you see in vids is a regular venue thing — the little girls told us that it would be bad, and it was. Pushing all night long, with people being pulled out during the whole concert from start to finish. I guess that’s just the way they do things.
I wanted them to be quiet during Falling Stars. We had moved from the mosh pit to the stands and there were a couple of girls talking loudly behind us. (Lots of beer being consumed by people who didn’t look beer-age.) We all couldn’t wait to get home to hear the song again on video.
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Angelica said
KH,
Thanks for the little recap. Sounds like a party was going on for sure. Question: Why were the girls being pulled out of the mosh pit all night long? We saw several on the videos. Were they being rescued or kicked out of the front for some reason?
Ascphil,
How you doin? I’m still in heavy rotation in that FS vortex. I uploaded the video to my computer, posted a comment on YouTube, (I saw you had already been there) 😆 and made a bunch of screen caps. Going to work on those before going to the cellcast in a bit. Ta!
Who’s going to the cellcast? If you see thacharuth, that would probably be me.
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djafan said
At cellcast with thecharuth, you’ll see me as djafans with an s
Shontelle and David!!!
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ascphil said
Djafan #121
I know what you mean that David still sounds like himself because we’re so attuned to his voice that we will recognize it even in our sleep. 🙂 However, I noticed in this album that he has changed his singing style somewhat, showing strong influences from Jason Mraz, John Mayer and Train, compared to his two previous albums. This just shows how incredibly gifted he is that he can switch his sound within the expansive pop genre, and still be so distinctively David.
Angelica #132
I’m still in the FS vortex! I actually slept with it continuously playing in my ear, and it made me dream that my TOSOD package finally arrived, heehee! Then I woke up. Oh, well. So much for having David dreams.
It’s morning here and FS is the first thing that greeted me. I refreshed the YT vid again and saw your comment. I’m now simultaneously listening to FS and the cellcast of ArchieRx but I don’t think I’ll be able to stay for the whole thing because I need to leave to do a bunch of things. Anyway, I’m looking forward to seeing more vids later, knowing how efficient David’s ninja fans are, lol!
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bebereader said
SBL is now back at the #2 position for Musiqtone!
Let’s get it up to #1. Vote up to 100 times every 12 hours.
http://musiqtone.com/music/thecount/index.php
We’re at the cellcast now, waiting for David to come onstage.
http://www.blogtv.com/people/archierx/
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Angelica said
Tweet from Shontelle,
Shontelle_Layne
@nareejo Yes! LOL! David wants to know how on Earth his fans know he wasn’t well. He says thanks and he thinks you guys are the best. ❤ 🙂
haha! Back to hanging out at the cellcast waiting for the stars to fall again, I hope.
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emmegirl said
Ascphil, 134, love your first paragraph. Isn’t it exciting watching him grow and develop his own style, the David-vibe. He has learned so much this last year it tickled me to hear him already excitedly talking about his next album… keep em comin David!
Don’t even know what to add to the Falling Stars comments… it is all that and more. Just love it.
#75 bebe, don’t think eman could have paid David a higher compliment.
David said this was for his fans, and there is no way we can listen to this album and not feel inspiration and hope and love. What a gift he is giving us… and it blows me away to think that he cares enough about his fans to basically dedicate this entire album to them.
Hope he is feeling better, cannot wait for another night of David vids!
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Angelica said
He’s on!! Altnoy!
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Angelica said
SBL!! Now…ATM~!! Audience singing their heads off. lol
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Angelica said
My hands
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Angelica said
Elevator!!
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Angelica said
Happy Birthday to everybody in the room and Crush!
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Angelica said
Ah..crappy underwater cellcasts ftw!
Now..where is video?
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bebereader said
credit kimak
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Abrra said
I am in chat for a bit. The set of TOSOD promo appearances is playing.
http://www.livestream.com/thevoiceunplugged
Abrra
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Tawna21 said
This was on my FaceBook earlier from Todd and Erin with B98.7—kind of makes me sick what Perez is capable of—but yeah for ToddandErin for their comment.
“ToddandErin Page II Interesting. Perez Hilton pulled our video from “Crush” to diss David on his site about not wanting to be a Hollywood bimbo. David talks about not wanting to “hold hands” until he likes someone. Perez, stop being such a bitter little queen. Refusing to be a male ‘ho is NOT a bad thing.”
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silverfox said
Helloooo! At LAST! I’ve been trying to come in here for the last hour! Seems there was a problem with WordPress. So frustrating!
Today was my only daughter’s birthday, so I spent most of the day with her. We had such a good time…however as much as I loved the day, I could not help but think about David, hoping he was feeling better today. But Oh My Heck! He sure didn’t look sick to me on the videos from last night’s performance! He was absolutely fantastic. I have to agree with SB that the audience sounded a bit rowdy & loud during “Falling Stars”, but this is the down-side of having to share a stage & audience with other performers. David knows this, but he still gives 110% even if there are 10, 50, or 10,000 people there for him only. He is the consummate performer, and for the life of me…I still & will never get over how David transforms on stage. Off stage he’s just David, sweet, lovable, honest (maybe too much so). Then on stage he becomes a confident, extremely handsome, very sensual & powerful vocalist…The Voice! He still confuses me but I have a feeling I’m not the only one, so it’s all good. Though he shares so much of himself, sometimes more than he should & more than we are entitled to, he is still an enigma. 🙂
If the photo of David & Shontelle was taken today, it looks like David was so happy to see her, but his eyes look tired…like he’s not feeling 100%, so for David…
Dear Lord,
Please take care of David. Watch over him and protect him from all harm.
Cloak him with your love and give him the strength to endure all that is thrown in his path.
Give David the courage to say no to those who ask for more than he can reasonably give.
Surround David with people who will love and support David unconditionally as his Archangels do.
Separate David from those who have agendas other than for his well being.
Give him rest when he’s weary and stamina to sustain his hectic pace.
Give him assurance when he feels doubt and give him joy when he feels sad.
Keep him always in your protective arms during this time on his journey.
And please Lord, give us the wisdom to do right by David always.
Help us in the way we support David so that it’s in his best interests.
May he continue to encounter goodwill and happiness wherever his journey takes him.
Most of all, keep David and and his voice healthy & strong as he fulfills his Destiny.
Though we may be unworthy, we humbly pray.
Amen.
David, Buenas Noches! Sleep well with sweet & happy dreams. Thank you for all you do and for who you are. Keep with you all our love, support & prayers always. Contigo siempre! We will be with you always! Please TAKE CARE.
It’s past my bedtime, so sweet dreams to all. 🙂
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silverfox said
I know it’s late here in the EST Zone, but it what I just read true? That TOSOD will be available on AOL MUSIC for free?
Tell me it’s NOT true!? I just don’t understand! Isn’t it enough IMO, that we have snippets of all the songs already? WHY would all the songs be available BEFORE the official release of David’s album? If I didn’t know better, that David has so many people in his employ who depend on David to have a successful selling album, I almost think David WANTS to GIVE his album away!
That is, if he has any say in the way it’s being promoted! All these radio promos he’s done, I believe are not paid performances. He is doing these gigs to promote his album. But what good are all these promos if his album is out there in it’s entirety for free?
If it’s true, can somebody explain to me the logic in this & how David will benefit from it?
This is totally nuts! And it’s making me nuts too. Lord help me!
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Abrra said
SF
They are streaming the songs on AOL music.
Abrra
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djafan said
Hey SF,
Late yes but were in chat and I’m there and here…LOL
It all sure does seem crazy, I don’t understand the logic. But seems that some artist are doing this and it seems to be having the opposite effect. Sara Baralleis released her entire album to some player like AOL, don’t remember who, a couple of weeks before it was available and it debuted at number one. Theory is that people will hear and like and buy.
But truth be told I’m totally confused and yes Lord help us!
Thank you for the prayer, I was needing it…for me and David.
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silverfox said
Djafan…?
I posted the prayer more than an hour ago after having a lot of problems with WordPress. Do you not see it? Should I post it again?
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djafan said
No SF, I see it now, I was having trouble with wordpress, they were doing upgrades and didn’t see your posts. I removed my requests.
Thank you so muchhhh!
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silverfox said
I am more confused than ever now…A fan tweeted David as follows:
*I will not listen to @DavidArchie’s song leaks.* *I will not listen to @DavidArchie’s song leaks.* about 2 hours ago via web Retweeted by 4 people Reply Retweet .
Then David replied:
@alisonnn17 Thank you lol
15 minutes ago via web in reply to alisonnn17
Seems to me David is introducing his album by explaining the meaning behind them & how they came about, then SINGING many of the new songs at the promos. Is he OK with AOL streaming the album before the release? I know it’s it’s not actually “leaking”, but it can be downloaded, no? My question is, why is David having to work his heart out at these promos if they are “giving” it away? And please, don’t tell me he’s “paying his dues”, I’ve heard it too many times. He’s been there, done that. IMO!
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silverfox said
***End of rant***
I’m not in the music business, so what do I know anyhow. 🙂
One, two or even three songs on AOL..I can see the logic somewhat in that. But the whole album? I just don’t know. I guess we shall see. ***sigh***
Hope David will get some rest tonight & will actually take the day tomorrow to fully recuperate from whatever he had. Bless his big heart!
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djafan said
The songs have leaked, saw the tweets. Not suppose to be able to download from AOL, but they’re on youtube now so it doesn’t matter if you can’t. I do not understand how any of this works. I figure the people that are thieves were never going to buy it anyway, his fans with ODD will be buying multiple copies, the honest new listeners will buy regardless of leaks. That’s all I can come up with.
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Mandi said
SF, totally feeling the same frustration you have. I don’t understand it either. It sounds like David doesn’t really like the leaks either (I’m kinda reading between the lines in his tweet to allison). Anyway, I want him to get compensated for all his hard work and I don’t want people to enable the thieves by putting David’s songs our there on the Internet so they can steal his work at their leisure. Some people are so shameless sometimes that they even provide links to download the songs. I don’t understand the complete disrespect for an artist’s work like it’s no big deal. I do want people to be exposed to his music but I wish there is a mechanism where music makers can put out a program that would make it very difficult to download music illegally. I would even go as far as them being able to put a bug so it would destroy the thieves’ computers. Maybe that’s too extreme but what do you do?
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fandaforeverti48 said
Ascphil#116 – you described this so perfectly…. “He sounds so real, so vulnerable, so like a person you are intimate with, who is pouring his heart out. And David is so great with the bridges in his songs. This is one of his most heart-stopping renditions. The emotion builds up so much such that it causes his voice to crack in the ensuing refrain.”.
Falling Stars will be his DLG in concert? Seems he got so into it in his first performance of it – like in Sayerville for solo tour. Like he was still caught in the emotion when the song was over. Love this song – it sounds very now (and definitely not cheesy) but with his magnificent voice (even the ‘raw’ rough spots – he’ll work it out) & his emotionally driven performance (that only he can do) of it. Didn’t need the lyrics to feel this one. Kind of like Contigo. Eventually went to sleep with this last night, as well. Oh well who needs sleep anyway…………..
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jackryan4DA said
You know, I have been away for a week. Can you imagine that – going Davidless for more than 7 days then I come back with tons of beautiful video, then the snippets and now more than snippets!(should have been Monday via AOL but…)
It is all your fault BEBE — always be careful what you wish for! See we got more than snippets! 🙂
SF – re AOL streaming the whole album — It’s been part of the increasingly aggressive promo environment for music. They have done this since 2002. The labels have wisened up, embracing the internet to their advantage. Given the exponential rate the world is becoming flat and their dismal failure in arresting file sharing, I am more inclined to agree now, than say 5 years ago. How does it help? I remember reading from Billboard some years before that the questions most retailers and distributors ask from labels is – how do we expose artists and content to as early as possible to facilitate commerce?
It is meant to pump-up pre-orders and stimulate interest in the airwaves. And the practice has proven to work or I should say it has not dented the sales of major artists like Madonna, Cristina, Snoop Dogg, Dru, Craig David or former up-coming artist in the likes of Sarah Barreilles, Aimee Mann or Sigur Ross. So perhaps it will work for David this time 🙂
Esp with this album – it is such a kick @#%$&*&^% body of work. Should attract even non-fans. David should be proud.
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jackryan4DA said
On a lighter note (and SPOILER ALERT for those remaining TOSOD virgin) but I’ve got to share. Now I understand why I just love “WHO I AM” at 1st listen to the snippet Cracking up with this verse:
“I’m gonna step back from my new ring tone,
I don’t care if Jeff Fenster is calling”
bahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahaha!
This is like a hug from David cos I basically said the same line just 2 days ago but of course referring to another person.
I just love our young man!
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betsy said
Hi everybody! We are leaving in a few hours. SO EXCITED!! Will send updates on anything interesting.
AAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!
I CANNOT WAIT.
♥ ♪ ♥ ♪ ♥
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Abrra said
Morning!
The pictures are slowly showing up.
York Dispatch
found at Snarkies – Nicola
credit Lydia
dja #155 That picture is heavenly! Regarding the leaks, makes me sad 😦 I suppose it’s karma for Jive to hold up the Cd for so many international fans who were shut out from the OS purchase.
I am happy to gift a CD to international fans who can’t get one legally. Email me at thevoiceda@gmail.com
JR
I have missed you , my friend! I was thinking about you yesterday! Thank you for posting.
Abrra
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FG said
Gah! I’m leaving for OHIO soooooon! OHMYHECK it has been toooo long! Have a great weekend!
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silverfox said
JR!!!
Thank you for explaning & setting me straight. As I said…what do I know anyway?! 😆
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jackryan4DA said
SF/ABRRA – I miss you too guys {{hugs}}
Peeps going to Ohio – have a blast! And if you have any chance to talk to our guy please tell him we are very proud of his work in TOSOD.
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Abrra said
YES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
http://www.youtube.com/user/theothersideofdown#g/u
The leaks have been removed from youtube! Read the top of the page!!!
No videos available!
*happy dance*
Abrra
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Abrra said
Screen caps please??????
credit 8throwcenter
I wonder if this will be a trend on tour to hand him roses? Then he can STOMP them. 😉
SBL from last night
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Altnoy
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ATM
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Elevator
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jackryan4DA said
Abbra – there are 2 more posters not yet pulled down 😦
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Abrra said
JR
I know. I am trying to be happy 🙂 Baby steps. Hoping they pull the others down out of respect for David.
Abrra
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ram said
The world is a messy place. I am amazed at David’s depth of comprehension and seeming maturity with the issues he is being confronted with. This album is saying speaking to us; a little something different probably for each one of us. The first album was released at a very difficult time in my own life and I am not exaggerating how I depended on it to get me through each and every day. And now entering another phase in my own life, he has produced another lifeline for me (it seems so personal like “here you go, this is for you, to help you get through it”. Oh I can’t even explain it very well. Maybe some of you know what I mean.
So proud of David. He is one of the heroes in my life and his light in this world gives me hope for this next generation. Skipping off my soapbox, ha ha, to go listen to last night’s heartstopping melodies.
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bebereader said
Had a wild time in chat last night. If you were there, you know who you are and you know what I mean! 😉 If you haven’t joined us yet in The Voice Unplugged, please try to do so soon. Abrra does a kick-***job of organizing and playing the newest videos. She has an uncanny sense of knowing what we want to watch and plays those on repeat to our hearts’ content. There’s something very satisfying about fans watching videos together. We were all so mesmerized with “Fallen Stars” last night. Angelica made a comment in chat last night that gave me chills and I’m paraphrasing here….”Bebe, This is only his first time performing the song. Imagine how it will be on tour.”
SF#154 Makes no sense to me either but cds are routinely streamlined now, to introduce the public to new music. I have no problem with that. Well the truth is that I’m getting used to it. What I do have a problem with is the music pirating. Things are so out of hand now with leakages that it’s getting harder and harder to monitor. Soon artists will only rely on ticket sales to make a profit. By the way, I read somewhere that Britney Spears’ last eight cds were illegally leaked online. It didn’t harm her career but she’s an established artist. Obviously, it affects new artists more.
I don’t know much but one thing is for certain; when David’s face appears on AOL’s Welcome Screen on Monday morning, hearts are going to go a-flutter, and that goes for fans and soon-to-be fans.
JR#154 “It is all your fault BEBE — always be careful what you wish for! See we got more than snippets! :)”
Haha Sure, blame me JR! All I did was change my mind about the way I used to feel about snippets and now I’m blamed for the leaks? LOL So funny! My article couldn’t have been timed any better! Welcome back, JR. You’ve been missed. 😀
To all those going to Ohio including Betsy, FG, Rebecca et al, have a safe and fantabulous time!!
😀
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bebereader said
Great article from Idol Chatter about last night’s event, including pics!
“David Archuleta thrills adoring fans at Pullo Center concert
Erica Emery of Hanover and Erica Robertson of Spring Grove say they watched nearly every episode of season seven of American Idol together, rooting on David Archuleta.
Friday evening, they were together again, at Penn State York’s Pullo Center, waiting for David to take the stage as part of WLAN FM 97.7′s Birthday Barnyard Dance…..”
Click to see more:
http://ydtalk.com/chatter/?p=903
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bebereader said
They arrived!
David’s tweet:
DavidArchie
Hello Columbus, Ohio.
32 minutes ago via txt
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Abrra said
Haha!
From the article in # 171
Some lucky fans even got to meet David and the other Birthday Barnyard Dance stars before Friday’s show.
Nine-year-old Matthew DeRose, his 7-year-0ld sister Maria and their 6-year-old brother Michael were all smiles after the pre-show meet-and-greet.
Why David Archuleta fans at such a young age?
“He sings good,” explained Matthew, of York. “And he has great hair.”
He was also in great voice Friday, judging from the reaction of his adoring fans.
Abrra
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SandyBeaches said
This is soon to be the eve of the release of David’s new album of songs. So as a reminder of the journey all along the way, here is David…
SB
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SandyBeaches said
I missed giving credit to HG…thank you!
SB
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Nancy L said
So am I the only weird fan not listening to the full songs until 10/5 or David performs them? Snippets seem ok since he’s giving them to us with explanations of how the songs came about, but not the full songs. It seems like cheating to me somehow. But I was like this with the first CD too. I didn’t want to spoil the official moment. Hurry up 10/5–it’s hard to wait! Why is he only on the East coast and mid-west doing performances? Can he come to the West coast, please? Tour can’t come soon enough. Thank you so much to the awesome fans giving us great videos! The next best thing to being there. Oh, and happy Saturday to all.
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Abrra said
Oh my , what the mailman brought to me from Dakgal! Thanks so much. I got a BIG laugh and hung it up right away.
Didn’t I say something like this once in chat? Things can get pretty rowdy!
Abrra
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blisskasden said
I’m a little confused about all the hubbub about not listening to songs before Oct 5. Why not? As long as you buy the CD when it comes out, and go to at least 11 concerts when David tours, David doesn’t lose a nickel. I have listened to all af the songs many times and cannot wait to plunk down whatever it costs to have the CD in my gruby little hands on Oct 5.
Illegal downloading is a fact of modern life. I’m sure Lady Gaga and all the rest of todays “artists” are victimized to some extent by this. David has the most loyal and personlized fans of any recording artist, and they will not undermine his career by bypassing the purchase of his CD.
Last night I went to sleep positive that TOSOD was my favorite song on the CD. As of this writing, WIA and FS are vying for the top spot. Of course, by the time the day is over, 4 other songs might take their place. This CD is a true embarrassment of riches. Every song is unique and fantastic, and I’m not saying that just because I’m David’s #1 older guy fan.
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Nancy L said
#178 For me not listening to his full songs before 10/5 is more about if I’ve waited this long I’ll wait until the release date and get all the excitement like unwrapping a long-awaited present. I, of course, will be buying several CD’s and going to as many concerts as possible so that’s not it. It’s kind of like the way David’s face looked when he had the headphones on and was listening to Crush play for the first time on the radio on Z100. That’s the feeling I’m looking forward to on 10/5. Sorry, maybe it’s just silly of me.
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Abrra said
More video from York PA show
My Hands
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MunkFOD said
MelindaWEG
Can’t hold it in anymore…It’s official we have a new client! Welcome @DavidArchie to the @WEGMusic family!! Letssss goooo
YAY! Finally!
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embe86 said
Sorry to say, but the videos are still on YT – it’s just a different user
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emmegirl said
whoa! What was mud is now perfectly clear. Well, he has a go getter and I love that! So happy he has finally settled on management and it is now full steam ahead!
Bliss, I think it’s kinda like deciding if you want to know if it’s a boy or girl or wait and experience all the gloriousness on the due date. I did listen to a couple of the full songs that were out… was glad I did because I loved, loved them, but won’t listen anymore until release date… trying to prove to myself that I do have some willpower when it comes to him. ;
TOSOD, Who I Am, Good Place, Falling Stars, MKOP, Complain, keep saying love but can’t think of another adjective.
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silverfox said
Good Gosh Almighty!!..David’s “My Hands” from last night was, was, was…well there are no words! **GULP**
So WEGMusic is David’s new management? Lucky THEM! Now lets hope they do right by David. Let’s
hope they realize what a unique prize they have in David.
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Gayle122890 said
I’d like to request that prayer for David for tonight and for many days to come. I’m relly worried about the way he looks on these videos from last night. Really thin and boney-shouldered and a strange look in his eyes. Somebody tell me it’s just me.
More positive side: I can’t get enough of “Falling Stars” from Wichita. The way he looked. The way he moved. The way he SOUNDED. I am in love with that performance. Too bad about the “audience”. Their loss.
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djafan said
Hi all,
Full day of soccer games today!
Haven’t watched last nights vids yet, except for the roses one, just catching up on the thread. So Melinda is part of new management, well at least she speaking to us and seems to have lots of gusto.
I concur with bebe if you haven’t come to chat please do so, it is the best support group around, and David is there 24/7!
I agree Gayle SF’s prayer has been much appreciated and calming, I’d also like for it to continue. Watching the roses being handed to him, the performance of Falling Stars, it just feels like were entering a new era, a special time, I think bebe said this in chat last night, “We’re witnessing the birth of an artist”, correct me if I’m wrong. The excitement is palpable!
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SandyBeaches said
Dear David fans, I hope that you love this because it is from David to you I believe. It is outstanding and will bring tears to the eyes in concert. I listened to it so many times today and it seems fitting that it should appear right along with the news of the day. The words may differ from the exact lyrics but I gave it a go!
Good Place
I don’t know what I’m doing here
How I landed in this space
But it’s a good place
And I don’t want to mess it up
Make mistakes or say too much
Cause it’s a good place
You find it, you hold it
You feel its grace
These are words, I want to say
Every hour of every day
These are words that say how good it feels
To be here with you today
I hope it’s not too late
I hope it’s not too late
I’ve been silent up til now
I’ve been going with the flow
Wherever that goes
But something’s screaming down inside
Makes me want to close my eyes
And hear the echo
You find it, you know it
Don’t make it wait
These are words I want to say
Every hour of every day
These are words that say how good it feels
To be here with you today
Cause don’t want to waste another summer
I don’t want to wait until I fall
I could be a memory tomorrow
I could be nothing at all, yeah
I don’t know what I’m doing here
How I landed in this space
But it’s a good place
These are words I want to say
Every hour of every day
These are words that say how good it feels
To be here with you today
I hope it’s not too late, oh yeah
I hope it’s not too late
SB
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bebereader said
Nancy L#176 Happy Saturday Night to you! When it comes to David, I have very little willpower. I’ve been shying away from listening to the full songs but I’ll admit that I did listen to one. Only one. And I was totally blown away. My husband looked at me with a worried face and said “I’ve never seen you act this way before! Are you okay?” What can I say except that I’ve been a music lover my entire life but nobody’s music has ever affected me the way David’s does. Ever! It’s like I’ve never listened to real music before until David entered my life!
Abrra#177 I spend so much time in chat that I do remember you saying the “….please don’t make me use them” line. Cute plaque!
djafan#186 I’m happy David has a new manager and Melinda seems like a go-getter type. I congratulated her on twitter and told her that I hope she knows that her new client is a GEM. I agree with you djafan, she is communicating with the fans which is invaluable to us! You quoted me correctly from last night in chat…”We are witnessing the birth of an artist” right before our eyes!
SandyBeaches#187…There I go again….blown away by those lyrics! *Sigh*
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pattiNC said
SB..thanks so much for the lyrics…thanks to David, I am in a very Good Place. That song has taken over my life! 🙂
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SandyBeaches said
“Cause I don’t want to waste another summer”…typo and yes David you will never waste another summer! 😉
SB
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SandyBeaches said
PattiNC..the song took over my life today and it tells us so much about what David has been going through along with his concerns that are so far from any truth, because his fans are not ever going anywhere. The performances go on and he always seems fabulous but sometimes some of us can see a little into his heart and know that all may not be well.
SB
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bebereader said
#178 “I’m a little confused about all the hubbub about not listening to songs before Oct 5. Why not? As long as you buy the CD when it comes out, and go to at least 11 concerts when David tours, David doesn’t lose a nickel. I have listened to all af the songs many times and cannot wait to plunk down whatever it costs to have the CD in my gruby little hands on Oct 5.”
Bliss, For me, it has nothing to do with buying multiple copies of the cd anyway. It’s that those tracks were posted on youtube illegally and I didn’t want to give the poster the time of day by giving their youtube account a hit. I caved and listened to one. Well maybe two by now. LOL
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SandyBeaches said
Dear fans of David…David has already been singing some of his songs one after the other without concern himself. The sooner that you listen to them the sooner you will be able to tell him how much you are enjoying them and he has been anxious for you to hear them as he has said. Put your worries behind you and join in the celebration of these beautiful songs…with their messages. I don’t believe that he enjoyed the summer without his concerts anymore than we did so celebrate his latest fabulous songs with him now. We will all be buying just like any other fan of any other artist! He says that he loves to sing and loves to sing to his fans so go and listen and make him happy.
SB
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djafan said
My Hands just floored me! What the heck?! Amazing!!!!
SB, My granddaughter reviewed all the full versions of TOSOD, she teared up with Good Place and told my I will be crying and everyone at his concerts will to.
SF, David’s fans have been tweeting melindaweg, like bebe did about the gem they have on there hands.
New interview!
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ray said
blisskasden #178 we are going to have to share that #1older fan bit.lol by the way i have 2 posters of david to give to some one who cant see him in person and 2 pic singed by david at the meet and greats abrra has my no.
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SandyBeaches said
David has an urgency to sing to his fans whether or not it is in a zoo or with noisy fans. He knows how many other artists are out there singing with little interruption in time…
Some of my favorite lyrics…
You find it, you hold it,
You feel its grace
and…
You find it, you know it
Don’t make it wait
These are words I want to say
Every hour of every day
These are words that say how good it feels
To be here with you today
SB
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SandyBeaches said
Djafan…your grandaughter is very wise perhaps beyond her years?
SB
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djafan said
SB,
She’s 13 and yes wise beyond her years, scares me sometimes.
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SandyBeaches said
Djafan…I find that children (including teens) are very insightful and I never hesitate to listen to and consider what they are saying because they can see sometimes things that we can no longer easily see ourselves…
SB
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jackryan4DA said
SBL from the Pink Ribbon Show thanks to ClearChannel
Is EMBE around cos, ermmm the shirt… the lighting…
t.h.u.d.
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djafan said
JR…great view of the audience and David. Thudding as I type…OMH!
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SandyBeaches said
Hey Janet Jackson, Justin Timberlake, the JoBros, Britney…there is a new kid on the block!
Congratulations David! I hope that you sleep well tonight with a little less to worry about!
SB
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Abrra said
Betsy sent me this picture from her phone. Its was taken at The Japan House. Its not sharp but you can see faces ok. Its David’s band for the show Sunday in Ohio. I asked her for names, she told me Mike, Ben , Derrick and the last one she isn’t sure who he is. 😉 LOL
The band
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Abrra said
#195
Ray
That is a most generous offer!
Anyone interested in an item Ray is offering in his post #195 can email me thevoiceda@gmail.com . I will hook you up with Ray.
Abrra
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emmegirl said
bebe 188, wanna share which song you listened to? I listened to 3 of them once and they blew me away too, didn’t want to stop!
I just can’t wait for the 5th to get here and listen to these songs over and over and over until they become a part of me.
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Suzy-Q said
I just love the video of David #166 where he sings “A Thousand Miles”. He is so cute and sooooo sweet looking. I could tell that he was really connecting to the audience and enjoying it.
#194 David looked so tired and I guess he was still sick when he did this interview. He kept rubbing his face and looked like he was about to fall over. He was so miserable. Poor guy!
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jackryan4DA said
Emmie – be brave… be very, very brave. Make sure you are with someone dear who can understand you.
And when he sings some of those in concert, you will all be sllllllaaaaaaaaaaaayyyyyyyyyyyed.
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blisskasden said
Hi Ray, I knew there was another guy out there (LOL). Actually, David transcends gender, age, race, and all other “categories” of people, so I really don’t give a hoot about the chromosomal configuration of his fans. I’m just happy to have the blessing of being one of them, and I’m sure you feel the same way.
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silverfox said
Tomorrow’s concert is going to be awesome! David will be singing nine songs, six from TOSOD, three he hasn’t sung before. This is according to tweets from Jenny @ FOD who is there along with a large number of fans who have traveled from all over to see David at the New Albany OH Classic. This event is not just another radio promo. David will have a long set from about noon to 1:00 EST. This is THE one I would have loved to go to as it is within driving distance, but I have too much going on in the home front. I hope all who are there have a great time!
The videos of David from last night show what a true professional David is. It was obvious he was or had been sick, perhaps with a virus. He looked tired, his eyes just a tad sunken as if he was dehydrated. BUT my opinion stems from the way he looked, not in any way, shape or form by his performance, which was fantastic as all David’s performances are. I don’t know how he does it. How he just keeps going, no matter what.
David must be feeling MUCH better though! His latest tweet? “chips & salsa”. 😆 Can’t help but love everything about him.
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silverfox said
So David is feeling better which is a relief to all of us especially when I looked at his schedule for next week. He will be traveling to Little Rock AR in the CST zone, then back again to the EST zone in Roanoke VA. Who scheduled these radio promos anyway?
For David…
Dear Lord,
Please take care of David. Watch over him, protect & keep him safe from harm.
Cloak him with your love and give him the strength to endure all that is thrown in his path.
Give David the courage to say no to those who ask for more than he can reasonably give.
Surround David with people who will love and support David unconditionally as his Archangels do.
Separate David from those who have agendas other than for his well being.
Give him rest when he’s weary and stamina to sustain his hectic pace.
Give him assurance when he feels doubt and give him joy when he feels sad.
Keep him always in your protective arms during this time on his journey.
And please Lord, give us and his new management the wisdom to do right by David always.
Help us and his new management in the way we support David so that it’s in his best interests.
May he continue to encounter goodwill and happiness wherever his journey takes him.
Most of all, keep David and and his voice healthy & strong as he fulfills his Destiny.
Though we may be unworthy, we humbly pray.
Amen.
David, Buenas Noches! Sleep well with sweet & happy dreams. Thank you for all you do and for who you are. Keep with you all our love, support & prayers always. Contigo siempre! We will be with you always! Please TAKE CARE.
Good night.
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bebereader said
Silverfox: Thank you for the prayer!
djafan#194 Awesome interview! But how can the person in that interview be the same person in the video performing SBL like that, in #200 that JR posted? Not only does it not compute but it boggles the mind!
#205 Emmegirl: The two songs I listened to are FS and MKP.
#208 Bliss My husband is a fan of David’s. He’s not a blogger and doesn’t have ODD. At least I don’t think he does. Sometimes I wonder about that.
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Abrra said
Crush from York PA show
thop1984
Note to Dayzee: Neck alert! 😉
Abrra
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Angelica said
Still haven’t listened to anything but the snippets. Falling Stars screencaps anyone? I have more. Yes, I’m still in the vortex. It’s a good place. I have a feeling its a mercy this album is being slowly leaked incrementally.
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emmegirl said
bebe, oh yeaaah, explains alot.
So tomorrow we get SBL, Elevator, Falling Stars, and 3 we haven’t heard. And we should get vids in the afternoon, giving us all evening to relish and luxuriate in. 🙂
Really enjoyed the interview. Yea Suzy Q, he seemed like he really was not feeling well, but gave a great interview with a smile.
Abrra, gotta thank you for that Crush, what a beautiful video.
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djafan said
Thank you SF for prayer!
I’ve listened to all of TOSOD and I am blown away by this young musical genius. My granddaughter was right Good Place had me in tears, so did My Kind of Perfect. I could go on and on and on…they’re all pure love!!!!
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Angelica said
Abrra,
Thanks, now I have to go make more screencaps of 212. Such beautiful colors with that lighting!
To everyone going to the show tomorrow have a wonderful time! It sounds like it’s going to be awesome!
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blisskasden said
Bebereader, you say tht your husband is a fan of David but DOESN’t have ODD. Surely he jests. But, there lies the problem with David and male fans. Unlike other male artists, you cannot simply be a fan of David’s music. If you connect with David on any level, you MUST also be completely and totally in love with him. Look at the pics in #213. David is not Bing Crosby, if you get my drift. This has become a social phenonenon that will, at some point, need to be addressed.
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SweetOnDA said
I love, Love, LOVE this album!!! Oh mercy, he has me in a delicious stupor. I haven’t been able to pick a favorite yet. There are so many great songs.
Oh, everyone going to the classic tomorrow, have a great time.
Thanks SF for the prayer.
Back to listening…”I was thinking about cha” BEAUTIFUL!
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I said
Angelica, mamma mia……
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emmegirl said
dja, I am beginning to think these last 10 days may be the toughest. Good Place was one I listened to and I can’ agree with your granddaughter more… or with you about the musical genius.
angelica, that vortex could become a torrent. And since you volunteered, more screencaps would be okay.
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Angelica said
😉
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bebereader said
*Sigh*
I listened to a few more songs.
Each song is it’s own MASTERPIECE.
I am so affected by this cd.
I am gobsmacked at his GENIUS.
Bliss#217 “Bebereader, you say tht your husband is a fan of David but DOESN’t have ODD. Surely he jests. But, there lies the problem with David and male fans. Unlike other male artists, you cannot simply be a fan of David’s music. If you connect with David on any level, you MUST also be completely and totally in love with him. Look at the pics in #213. David is not Bing Crosby, if you get my drift. This has become a social phenonenon that will, at some point, need to be addressed.”
Bliss: I said that my husband is a fan but doesn’t have ODD. Those were my words, not his. Lately I’m beginning to question it. How do you know if someone has ODD aside from the obvious? Can it be manifested differently in different people?
He doesn’t go online searching for news about David. He doesn’t have to. I find it and tell him every day.
He doesn’t play David’s music constantly. He doesn’t have to. He hears it when I play it.
He doesn’t constantly talk about David but I guess…well I guess it’s because I’m always doing that so he doesn’t have to.
Last fall, I bought two M&G tickets for Atlantic City. I didn’t think he really wanted to go so I told him that I’d give his VIP ticket to another fan so they could have the chance to meet David. He said not to give his ticket away! I gave him two chances to get out of it and both times he forbid me to give away his ticket. My husband has been teaching music for over 30 years. When he met David at the VIP, he shook his hand, and with a big smile, said “I teach music. I wish I had 100 students like you!”
My husband accompanied me to the Bookends booksigning even though he had a nasty sinus infection at the time. He told David that his music is awesome and made small talk, asked how his hand was holding up, signing so many books.
He knows there’s a new cd on the way and asked me to let him know when he could hear the new music.
You tell me, Bliss. Does that constitute ODD?
*****
Here’s another video from the stage, from Clear Channel at the Pink Ribbon show. It’s “Falling Stars” and it’s brilliant!
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jackryan4DA said
Please help me stamp out this person who keeps on posting TOSOD @ YT. Now a full download link has been provided – GRRRRRRRRRRRRR!!!!
Flag it as in appropriate by clicking flag button beside the EMBED function
Abrra admin edit: JR I changed the video to a link so that the song can’t be played on the site.
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burkey said
a regular lurker poking my head in here…….
Jackryan4DA I also saw that spot on youtube that is providing a link to a full download of OSOD & I was mad. I did report it to you tube x2. I investigated a little more & saw that this same person is providing links to full downloads of many artists work. Grrrrr!
I hope she gets banned soon!
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Abrra said
Morning!
Backstage with Sassy in Wichita

credit Channel963
Our friends over at ArchieRx are hosting the cell cast today beginning at 11:30 am EST.
http://www.blogtv.com/People/ArchieRx
Abrra
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jackryan4DA said
Please do not miss ClearChannel’s official footage of David’s performance of FS
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jackryan4DA said
Abrra – thanks for the edit. I actually did not embed it. Just wordpres automatically posted it as a vid so hooray for admin edit 🙂
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bebereader said
Heard from Betsy! She’s with FG, Rebecca, YJ and several others.
They are in the moshpit, this close to the stage:
and will provide further updates! 😀
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bebereader said
Update from Betsy…
Marching Band and cheerleaders on first…
Now, they’re making a music video for New Hollow, a local band.
Betsy text: “OMG I think he just arrived. I see Mike!”
New Hollow is on their last song.
David up next, supposedly.
The crowd!
credit muldur
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skydancer1x said
Angelica 213!221!222!……….213!!221!!222!!…..!!!!!:)@%$**%&@&#$%!!!! belt%#$&^@@&^%&#$!
How is it that one little change to David’s “look”, AKA the peeking belt, makes me so crazy?
Seriously. These pics…. just stick the fork in,I’m done.
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skydancer1x said
wow! lots of peeps!
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bebereader said
Betsy texts: “OMG I see them all lined up to go on!”
“Water bottle placed onstage.”
Betsy’s tweets:
I see them offstage ready 5 minutes ago via txt
Huge pics of david! 16 minutes ago via txt
Band onstage now:) david chants
Screams are deafening!
David’s on!
“Something ‘Bout Love” (audience singing along)
“Stomping The Roses”!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Betsy’s text: “He’s stomping all around!”
David takes the stage
credit AshleyCurl
ALTNOY now!
credit John AF
TOSOD!
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silverfox said
“Stomping The Roses”!!!! Sounding grrrrrrrrrrrreeeeeeeeeaaaaaaaaaaaaaattttttttt!
as much as I could hear on the cellcast. The sreams are so loud it’s hurting my eardrums! 😆
So I’ll wait for the vids. 🙂
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bebereader said
Hey Silverfox!! 😀
So much screaming…ay ay ay!
“My Kind of Perfect” OMG (one of my favorites!!!)
@JennyFOD: He is on! Black jeans, red shirt, gray dressy jacket.
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silverfox said
David is wearing a windbreaker..must be a mite chilly/windy there.
Methinks he will remove the jacket much to the deeeelite of the his audience…but he should think twice lest he causes many to faint dead away! 😉 😆
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silverfox said
Oh yeah & he’s wearing his “lucky sneakers”! 😀
Looking VERY good!
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silverfox said
“My Kind Of Perfect” is one of my favorites. I hope David finds her someday.
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bebereader said
“Elevator” (audience singing along)
SF#237 Lucky sneakers FTW! 😀
“Fallen Stars”
*dies*
“Zero Gravity” 🙂
“Crush”
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bebereader said
Going offline for a bit.
Husband’s birthday today!
Going out to celebrate!!!
Yes, husband, with or w/o ODD. LOL
See you all later!
Hopefully videos and pics will be up by the time I get back….
😀
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silverfox said
And it’s over..leaving his audience & us wanting & wishing for more. 😦
The good news is we have an EPIC solo tour to look forward to in the not too distant future! We just got a taste of what to expect from David. 😀
His voice still “owns” me, heart & soul. ***sigh***
Looking forward to any & all videos. 😀
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Abrra said
Twitvid
Falling Stars
http://www.twitvid.com/WFHWX
credit karin
I made some ear candy and ripped an mp3 of this performance.
Download here: http://www.mediafire.com/?p813fs4u5id3gxr
I’ll check in later for any videos that show up.
Abrra
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I said
1. I hope videos!
2. New manager!….
…Please, please…..Christmas 2010
New fragrance by David for fans
“TOSOD” by David
Eau de Toilette for Woman Natural Spray
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Abrra said
Link to a few more twitvids by karin
http://archierx.com/content.php/1021-David-Archuleta-New-Albany-Twitvids
Abrra
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silverfox said
This is from York,PA. One of the best audios of this performance & the video is so clear & up-close. *****WARNING***** keep hold of your heart at 4:16. Seriously!
credit ktiitk
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blisskasden said
Bebereader, your hubby sounds like a great guy. I hope to meet him. As for his ODD, it’s not something you “have”,it’s something that “has you”. Based on what you’ve shared about him, he is, in fact, one of the lucky ones. You are also fortunate to have a mate that is “on board” so you don’t have to explain why a “woman of a certain age” in so entralled with a 19 year old adonis who sings like nobody has ever sung.
David’s is a scary looking guy for most straight men. I’m glad I’m old enough to have worked out that nonsense so I can thoroughly and completely love and appreciate David without reservation. It’s sounds like your husband is well on his way to doing the same thing because he “knows” it’s so worth it. I hope he has a Happy Birthday today.
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djafan said
Late to the party but better late than never!
Thanks to those posting updates!!!!!
My Kind of Perfect…Just beautiful, loved all of them, but what’s new…lol
Don’t know who to credit this to. At meet and greet today!
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bebereader said
I’m home for a bit.
Came straight here.
Do I have ODD.
Nah..not a bit.
heh!
“David Takes The Stage”
credit Jake Clark
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bebereader said
The sound on Karin’s twitvids is amazing! Thanks Abs!
Bliss: And thank you, Bliss for your insight. Two ODDers in one house! Is that even legal? haha
SBL (New Albany)
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bebereader said
Guess what’s at #1 now on Musiqtone?
Keep voting to keep SBL in the lead!
http://musiqtone.com/music/thecount/
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MandaGrace said
@silverfox #238 He will. And it will be in the perfect timing as well. Who she is will complement him perfectly, as he will complement her. 🙂
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MandaGrace said
@silverfox #238 He will. She’s waiting for him, and it will happen in the perfect timing. Who she is will complement him perfectly, as he will complement her. 🙂
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bebereader said
——————–>>>>> go to next article
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