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St. George, Here We Come! ~ David Archuleta
Posted by bebereader on Wednesday, April 8, 2015
The concert on November 7 is sold out! Due to popular demand, another show was added on November 6 which is currently available only to 2015 season package ticket holders. Tickets for the general public go on sale on Wednesday, April 8.
Buy tickets here: Tuacahn Center
Looks like there’s not a bad seat in the house!
courtesy of Tuacahn Center website
Tuacahn BOX OFFICE (800) 746-9882 or (435) 652-3300
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djafan said
I have tickets for the 7th and I’m so tempted to get some for the 6th! I plan to drive out there on Friday anyways……
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djafan said
Bluesky, ((hugs)) That was a beautiful comment. And you’re right,my family is also a mixture of all that you mentioned. Some I agree with others I don’t but judgement and hate are never ever involved. Love and respect trumps all.
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Dayzee said
Bebe I did come to St George per the invitation posted as title to this page. Yesterday I was at Tuacahn and found my seats for 11/6 & 11/7 so I will be prepared when the time comes. There was a bulldozer on stage pushing dirt around for a bull rider show this weekend.
[admin edit. Thanks for sending this picture, Dayzee!!!)
My daughter was smirking in the background but no words were spoken. Lucky for her. Then I saw her take a pic of my lisence plate holder (I’d rather be at a David concert) to show her students today. They are probably all giggling right now
Dja looking forward to seeing you in November.
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bluesky4home said
Djafan – we must not let our differences divide us. We are strong when we stand together in love and respect and mutual kindness and consideration. Our humanity demands it, our safety requires it, our hope springs from it. Nothing is more wonderful than life together. In this, we are “one Voice”
I do not have any tickets yet. (sad face) But maybe there can be a possibility. We will see.
What DA’s voice stirs within us, we have within us. That is the miracle. That is SO worth the effort of holding on.
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jeffr said
Currently my seat here in NJ ain’t so good, lol! But I’m thrilled for everyone with a ticket and a much closer seat. Have a wonderful time everyone welcoming David back.
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tawna21 said
I’m reconsidering tickets to St. George. 🙂
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bebereader said
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MT said
So good to see David tweet, and about music! haha Steven Tyler is so funny. I bet everyone there had a great time! 🙂
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bluesky4home said
Thank you DA for the “musical” tweet! ^_^
What a concert that must have been. (Nashville jealous)
As far as the last thread goes, all I can say is: Gosh, I love you guys! You make me want to be a better person.
Poof and Refnaf: big hugs to you, so glad to read your comments. Thank you.
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bluesky4home said
Tawna #6….. Woo hoooo!
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Abrra said
Can I get a witness?
MaggieAnn54
StudioCityNewJersey
David Archuleta
And finally, here is an MP3 from the Candy Jar made by a fan who mixed in his piano playing with David’s vocals.
Ribbon in the SKy with piano.mp3
Audio (.MP3)
http://tinyurl.com/ms54bx8
Enjoy!
Abrra
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Abrra said
Inquiring minds want to know, so I checked out India.Arie. Yes David put a period between her name, that’s how she spells it. He is so thorough 🙂
Here is a few of her songs. I scanned through the video and every one was a winner.
Morfeo Dx
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Abrra said
From last night’s concert. A picture from Ben Truman’s facebook.
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bluesky4home said
Abrra 13: I love the solid progression that is mirrored in the actions of the guy at the table. We have all experienced it –
1. Laughter and total inclusion – he has us at “hello” no matter what comes after: the audience belongs to him – he just shows up as himself and they are his
2. Head shaking side-ways – yeah, he’s got the beat, he has soul
3. Head shaking up and down
4. Turning, unable to concentrate on food or anything else we may be doing
5. Head determines that there are not enough ways to shake and heart and body chime in
6. More looking around, now at others as well: “I need confirmation that what I am hearing, seeing, experiencing is not just me. You see/hear/feel it also, right?” “This IS REAL, right?” (Sorry, it is useless to try to verify, son. There are no words and you will always wonder if it really happened.)
7. Left with the joy of discovery and the sweet sadness that it cannot and will never be duplicated. You now have a hunger that cannot be satiated any other way than by hearing him — LIVE — once again. Because of this you may question your own sanity.
Just saying.
^_^
Happily insane, bluesky
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gladys1961 said
I want to write something coherent (as I always do, cof cof) but the gentleman who is on my left and to my right not let me.
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skydancer1x said
Good Morning all !! Abrra, thanks for posting those videos of D singing RITS! First thing I thought of when he said he went to see Stevie last night. Those vids are priceless !! “…you got a text” Hahahaha love that so much. But. David singing to US…. that one went straight through my heart and out the other side.💗 No one can ever convince me that David didn’t love his fans, or know that we loved him back. In November at his first real “this IS a full David Archuleta concert”, I hope he remembers and feels it. 💗 Dayzee, where is your seat ? Doesn’t look like a bad seat in the house! So new states are being added for concerts or at least in the works!? hoping for one closer to me. Anywhere in the Midwest ! Or South? Or Nashville😃😃 have a good day ya’ll !
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skydancer1x said
Hahaha Bluesky, you nailed it. Got such a tickle out of watching that guy. Everything you said 👍exactly.
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djafan said
They’re selling!!!
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bluesky4home said
Skydancer –
Perhaps the healing cycle from the past will slowly go full circle. ^_^
I have no idea how he is going to manage fame, the joy of performing, the angst of publicity, the need to resource his inner private world, the power and immediate and demanding drive to share music that is a part of his very being, the intimacy that he has to have missed with the audience (that I believe he just may become overwhelmed with when he is “back” with us on stage)…… I guess all I can say is, I don’t know how this will all come down, I just don’t.
There are factors that communicate and bind when he performs. I pray that they may also offer a new experience and closeness as well. I have joy in his joy and I guess I just trust his journey.
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MT said
So good to the St. George tickets selling so well. Go David!! 🙂
The Sun Times in Nashville did an article on the 4 HOUR!! concert by Stevie Wonder saying “Lots of former American Idol contestants were in the audience were also in the audience to see the R&B great perform.” and guess who’s tweet was top of the ones listed? David!! Makes my heart smile. 🙂
http://nashville.suntimes.com/nash-entertainment/7/118/135877/highlights-stevie-wonder-4-hour-concert
4 Hours!! Gaahhhhh!! Can you imagine a 4 Hour concert from David!!! Makes my lil heart ♥ go pitter patter just thinkin’ ’bout it! 😀
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djafan said
Over 3/4 sold so far!
I’m overwhelmed with all the heartfelt comments. Everyone of your feelings and opinions matter as does David’s. David has such incredible support I believe he may be overwhelmed as Bluesky said, we will let him know how much we’ve missed his voice. Getting so excited!
So good to see him out at what sounds like an awesome concert.
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Abrra said
I thought this was interesting.
https://twitter.com/ThatEricAlper/status/585897892218609664
Last year they had the Top 10 and had to cancel shows. How does having less entertainment increase ticket sales?
Abrra
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MT said
24. Abrra,
That’s a good question. Maybe fewer performers means less expenses and they can book smaller venues rather than huge arenas?
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djafan said
We are at limited seating!
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tawna21 said
This is the type of ticket sales that booking agents, and venues, like to see…. don’t ya’ think?
I still did not get tickets to St. George. But, if there is a fan-vention planned, and the weather is do-able for road travel, I would love to be a part of it!! There is just something that stops me from getting those tickets. I don’t know what it is, but I’ve decided to heed it. I’ll work on Layton. 🙂
Are we all on pins and needles as we wait for the next states to be announced?! Yes, that’s what I thought. 🙂
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Abrra said
Janel is posting some screencaps from Meet the Mormons DVD
She talked about it in FOD comments.
“Janel aka Nellie says:
April 8, 2015 at 8:17 pm
The Meet the Mormons DVD has an extra about the choosing and making of Glorious including some behind the scenes footage of David recording it while he was in Chile. He’s talking about it in a part of it where he compliments Stephanie Mabey on the song and on her talent as a writer. I was able to screen cap some pictures which I’ll share in a little while.
I encourage all to buy it because if you haven’t seen it, it’s worth seeing. The extras have an additional story about an artist living in Las Vegas but from Italy. Also behind the scenes of the filming of the movie with more breathtaking scenes along with commentary from the director and producer and other extras.
My favorite little bit about the Glorious extra was when Blair Treu, the director said when they were recording David in the studio, one of the people from Chile working in the studio looked over his shoulder at Blair, while David was singing and in his broken English said “He’s good, he’s good.” He didn’t know who David was. David said on the different takes he was writing “Elder 1, Elder 2″, etc. because of “Elder” on his name tag. LOL”
You can see the rest on her Twitter timeline. Too many to post here:
Thanks Janel for sharing your screencaps.
The DVD is available on Amazon for $7.95 http://www.amazon.com/Meet-Mormons-DVD-Jermaine-Sullivan/dp/B00TFOKH7I
Abrra
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bluesky4home said
Tawna… I know. I don’t have a ticket either. I would have to buy one just for myself and plan how to get there and back on my own, etc. I just don’t know how I would do it. So I am also hoping for one a bit closer. Let me know the when, etc. for the tickets for Layton and I will for sure be there.
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bluesky4home said
Those are some Glorious, Glorious Screencaps. Not much else one can say. ^_^
(Honestly, he is just too cute for words! In any language.)
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tawna21 said
Bluesky #30….. (Honestly, he is just too cute for words! In any language.) …. and ‘cute’ is going to have to be acceptable!! 🙂
I’m going to check tomorrow on the Layton ticket sales. It’s impossible to figure anything out from their website.
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Abrra said
Tawna
You might talk to Shawna. She is going to the Layton show and might be able to help you navigate the site. Or call the venue ticket office and see if they take phone orders.
Abrra
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Abrra said
Oh wow. This is the kind of song David could sink his teeth into as a duet. Performed here by Seth Glier and Crystal Bowersox.
Seth Glier
“Grammy-nominated artist Seth Glier has just released the video for the title track of his latest album If I Could Change One Thing, a ballad featuring American Idol alum Crystal Bowersox. Watch the exclusive premiere below.
For Glier’s fourth album, he’s taking his aesthetic from acoustic balladeer to modern-pop crooner, all while preserving the heartfelt songwriting that has propelled him to opening slots for artists like James Taylor, Ani DiFranco, Emmylou Harris and Ryan Adams.”
“”This song is about that moment when a relationship falls apart and both people have stopped blaming each other,” Glier tells Billboard. “Often times I find that the reason of why people stay together and why people split up are fairly simple.”
“I think that we can all relate to the lyric,” Bowersox adds. “The gut-wrenching emotion of regret and missed opportunities to shower the ones we love with praise rather than taking a precious relationship for granted.”
http://tinyurl.com/p4fhzo7
And here is the best reason to watch American Idol this season. Clark Beckham brings it every week. If he isn’t in the finale then America is not paying attention.
American Idol
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Abrra said
Last night David had a special dinner with friends.
https://instagram.com/p/1PNPk4MCyv/?taken-by=cardinlopez
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skydancer1x said
Wow. Seth Glier and Crystal sound amazing . That song is beautiful . I agree Abrra ,would love him to sink his teeth into something like this. And who wouldn’t love to duet with David?Definitely in D”s wheelhouse. Of course his wheelhouse is a warehouse , but thinking about him singing a song like this. Gah!! Thanks for sharing a song that has HIT written all over it.what a great pairing of voices . Haven’t heard Clark every week, but I like his voice also and love that song choice. Looking forward to what lies ahead in new bookings /venues for David ! 😃
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djafan said
Those screencaps are awesome!
Looking forward to more venues being announced!
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djafan said
Love this! It has to be included!
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Abrra said
The audio Mp3 from the Candy Jar that I put in #13 is a recording of that video in #37.
Abrra
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jans11 said
Sky, I am hoping for a concert in the midwest too and was kind of hanging out for one. But when I talked to Dayzee, she graciously let me buy 2 of hers and so Utah here I come! 🙂 Thank you my friend! If he books around here I will go to that or those too! It’s been too long! #tryingtomakeupforlosttime 🙂 #wanttomeetgladystoo #soexcited
Abs, seen MTM at the movies and bought the dvd. Was I glad! All the extras are so worth it. What a deal for $7.50!!
I think Clark is the best on AI and hope he wins. All the ones I didn’t like on the Voice and AI were voted off! #doesntworkthatwayeverytime 🙂
♫♪Happy birthday♪♫ to Lupe, David’s mom!
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tawna21 said
I super duper like the video with Seth and Crystal!! I agree that’s right up David’s alley. I kinda can imagine a duet with David and Crystal… I think it would be a likeable combo. 🙂
I’m not watching AI at all, but if Clark is consistent with what he’s got in that video, Abrra, then yes he should have a solid place in the finale! Very nice!!
Love the dinner picture of David and the Truman family. 🙂
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skydancer1x said
Yay! Jan so happy you are going ! Oh my Dayzee and Jan together again Sweet! Heads up ! Utah 👭. 😃😃. Love that picture too, Tawna. He looks happy to be there, the lucky duck! Anyone remember when “Little Stevie Wonder ” was 13 and had a big hit on the charts ? ? Who remembers the name of the song? ( Hint, harmonica , hint, parts 1 and 2. ) 😉😃😃😃? Hehe
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Abrra said
**********NOTICE**********
Recently I decided that until we get new videos of David’s relating to shows or interviews, that I was taking a break from hosting Unplugged http://original.livestream.com/thevoiceunplugged on Saturday nights. The site is still running and playing the videos and its open 24/7 for those who want to stop in and watch. Also, saragirl http://original.livestream.com/saragirl is running for those who want to watch Nandito Ako and the Face to Face interview in English.
Nothing has changed for those who go to the site and view. It’s the technical side that has changed for updating content.
Tonight I thought I would go in and do some organizing of the video sets. Sadly, I have to report that Livestream has updated their software and I do not have access to the old dashboard studio. This is where I was able to add/delete videos and play requests. There are about 500 videos loaded up, so at least they can be watched. I have written tech support to ask if I will be able to upload new content in the future. I have my doubts as Livestream is changing more to Live broadcasting for a fee. They do offer free access but it’s not anything that functions like the old studio. It looks high tech, like something you see in a TV control room studio.
Abrra
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djafan said
Interesting Abrra.
Great news Jan! I’ll get to see you and Dayzee again!
There’s about 115 tix left, love the response to see David!
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Abrra said
*****Up date! *****
I heard back from Livestream and I am now back in the old studio! Bring on the new videos David!
Abrra
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bebereader said
Great news about the ticket sales, dja.
Sky#41 Is it “Fingertips”? (I cheated and looked it up. lol)
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Dayzee said
Finally home! Still hauling out the debris from my car. Spent two days in the area of “zero bars” and “no service” Those huge rocks don’t care anything about social media. Extra thankful for this site after having no access.
I visited the cemetery in a place my great grandfather and his brothers founded 150 years ago. No sign of any old buildings due to earthquakes and floods, but the cemetery in the middle of nowhere was well tended. My grandfather died there a few months before my grandmother was born. It was a hard life, but beautiful.and cherished.
Will miss Saturday nights, but life and computer services keep changing. Appreciate everyone who made those nights so special, especially for Abrra who kept us going for so long. Still taking advantage of the Unplugged site and have it playing now. 🙂
I have an extra ticket for Utah Valley University’s Religious Freedom Symposium on Wed. 4/15. Although I have not seen this advertised anywhere, David’s name is on the ticket and I am assuming he will show up. If anyone is interested in the ticket let me know.
Great to see David having some fun with music and friends. Will be looking for more of that. Thanks to everyone for bringing the pics here
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Abrra said
Dayzee
Read #44? When there are new videos we will meet!
Abrra
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bluesky4home said
Dayzee!!! I am totally interested. If someone else has not contacted you, you can count on me. ^_^
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Abrra said
Bluesky I am glad you want the ticket. Dayzee had me walking the sidewalk with a sandwich board to peddle that ticket for her 😉
Please email me and I’ll get you 2 together. I’m not sure if I have your correct email address.
Abrra
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Dayzee said
Bluesky! Great! Once again Abrra works her magic wand! And sandwich board.
Now have 3 important dates on my schedule. One with Bluesky (and David) , two with Jan (and David).. And still planning for more (with David). 2015 is looking real good for me.
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skydancer1x said
Yes Bebe ! 💗Fingertips! Parts 1 and 2😀. Guess he was 12 also, not 13. It always makes me laugh …when I think of Stevie … I think of Eddie Murphy on SNL way back whenever , doing his Stevie Wonder impersonation. 😃 so funny, lol. Welcome back, Dayzee. Bet the cat misses you .
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jans11 said
Thanks, Sky and Dja! It will be fun to meet up with the fans again! 🙂 It has been far too long!
Abs, that’s good news!
Dayzee, glad you made it home all safe and sound. And those important dates sound mighty fine! 🙂 #hopingformoretoo 🙂 #therecanneverbeenough 🙂
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Abrra said
Its National Siblings Day. From Kari’s IG. They are cute as a button!
Abrra
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lynnella said
#33 – Abrra, concerning your reason for watching Idol, I haven’t been able to get interested in it, but on the Voice, there is a 16 year old guy named Sawyer Fredricks who is fantastic. He’s more of a folk, country, soul singer, but he is the sweetest, most humble soul I’ve seen since David. Everyone is saying he’s going to win, and I have to agree with them. He’s on team Pharrell, and Pharrell is thrilled he got him. Pharrell was on Jimmy Fallon’s and Jimmy Fallon said here’s the guy who’s going to win the whole thing and pointed to Sawyer’s picture. Pharrell wouldn’t comment on that, but said when we pushed our buttons, we expected to turn and see a 60 yr old black man, and here was this 15 yr. old white kid. We were all blown away. Here’s his blind audition. It’s kind of upbeat, but he can sing the slow soulful songs too:
Lynnella
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Abrra said
Lynnella
I have watched The Voice. After the blind auditions, I seem to loose interest. Not sure why, but it happens every year. I do follow Emily West, last year’s winner, on IG.
Abrra
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bebereader said
Abs,
You have your reality shows wrong. Emily West was on “America’s Got Talent”.
The winner last season on “The Voice” was Chris Wayne Boyd.
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Abrra said
OH! LOL I forgot! Yes I do watch that show. Never watch The Voice LOL
Dustin Ginsberg
Abrra
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jans11 said
Little Kari was so cute! She still is! 🙂
Lynnella, I watch the Voice. I love it, a lot more than AI anymore. Haven’t been able to get that interested in AI since David, even tho I do watch it. I always seem to compare the singers to David which nobody will ever hold a candle to!! 🙂 I love Sawyer, he is so good and I hope he wins. He is right up there with David in my book, but they both have different voices and styles!
I seen on FB that Janell asked the UCCA Center about the Symposium and they responded and said David will be speaking as well as giving a musical performance.
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lynnella said
#58 – Jan11, once again I think we must be twins separated at birth. Sawyer and David definitely do have very different styles and tones, but Sawyer seems so humble and kind. That’s what everyone has said about him so far, and the other contestants love him. When he sang with the little girl from Utah on the battle round, they talked to him about toning it down a bit because his voice was way stronger and he could over power her with ease. He dialed it back so much and they just blended beautifully. A lot of the other battles seemed like the people were trying to outscream each other. Adam complimented them on blending and both were trying to accommodate the other. Pharrell complimented Sawyer by saying he’s so good but has zero ego. You can see it on his face, just like you could see it on David’s face. I remember once hearing David say in an interview that he couldn’t figure out why everyone liked his voice. He said it was painful for him to hear himself. Zero ego. To me that’s as appealing as the voice itself.
Here’s Did You Ever See the Rain, from the Battle Rounds. You can see the restraint and the chemistry between them. I saw a comment that someone was hoping they’d team up and be the new Civil Wars, since Joy Williams partner quit.
#57 Abrra – Emily West was really good. She reminded me of an old fashioned movie star, like Lana Turner or someone, so beautiful. I thought she got beat at the end, but I don’t really remember. I do know I liked her though. I enjoy the back and forth with the judges/coaches on the Voice almost as much as I do the singers. They’re hilarious. And, I’ve noticed that they are way kinder than the judges on some of the other talent shows. They seem to give more constructive criticism and not just criticism. Of course, they’re coaching their team, but they are just as nice to the other singers from other teams.
Lynnella
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SandyBeaches said
Sawler Fredericks has caught me off guard and I have been listening to him ever since. I would never compare him to David because they are in different genres of singing. I would never even start to compare their voices because well, you just don’t need to. They are very different.
I have been reading his guestbook and what people are writing around the world shows how hungry everyone is for such a singer.
http://www.sawyerfredericks.com/sawyers_guestbook/
I am fascinated with the vibes he gives through his artistry and through his facial expressions that hit you in the heart. In his duet, he does not overpower her or show off but wants the duet to be exceptional first. David is just like that. Here is an excerpt from his guestbook. The comments are amazing.
“Debbie Maxfield – April 10, 2015 @11:10 pm
You are a fresh blessing..thank you for sharing your God given joy!! You touch a place in all of our hearts. I think we all are so thirsty for the pureness and soulful depth you behold. Peace be with you….you have been bleesed with purpose…it’s like…wowza. I’m a bonified fan now and blessed myself in my discovery..yay!! ”
Enjoy Sawyer, I bet that David is watching him.
SB
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SandyBeaches said
Lynella…fun times ahead watching The Voice. I was thinking that they would do beautiful duets together. Now if her heels were a little shorter they would be eye to eye…
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sandybeaches9 said
If you look at the 40 second mark of the video Lynella posted (duet), you will get a little John Denver and there are other such places in the song…
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sandybeaches9 said
Just one more comment before I am evicted for just too many!
I read in the guest book entries from Italy to Brazil. It is amazing how music plays such an important part in our lives especially throughout the holidays. I came to the next entry and I was reminded of how people have been touched by David with his special songs that we all know. He really smooths the day over and makes it good. I am hoping for those days again.
April 09, 2015 @06:25 pm
“Hey Sawyer, I am not even sure if you will ever read this, but I feel compelled to tell you a couple of things. I am 29, and I am bipolar and have tried killing myself twice. I found out I was bipolar when I was your age. It’s a struggle everyday. I have been in and out of hospitals over 4 times in the past year alone. One tool they try to teach us is to have a “crisis kit” you put random things in there that are supposed to make you happy and calm. I struggle to find one moment of happiness every single day. Then there was you, from the moment I first heard you sing I felt this overwhelming sense of joy, comfort, and peace. I then looked you up on youtube to hear your original songs. You blew me away. I have been listening to your music for hours a day. My mom even noticed that I was laughing more. What it boils down to is,Sawyer Fredericks, you’ve brought me back to life. Thank you for being you and sharing your art with the world. I cannot wait to see you continue to grow. You’re just wonderful and deserve everything that comes your way from being on the Voice. My mom and I will continue to vote for you till you win. Much love and thanks…”
How great that someone’s music brings joy, comfort and peace to so many.
SB
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oliveoil said
Lynnella, I ,too, was blown away by Sawyer. There are a lot of things about him that remind me of David. I hope he wins and goes on to have a great career. I kind of think he will avoid the crazy pop world and find his own niche, just like David.
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dh said
Hi guys, just thought I’d mention that the man in the Ribbon In The Sky vid was one of the other celebrities from Duffy’s Hope. His name is Wesley Jonathan. He was in a movie called Roll Bounce.
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jans11 said
SB, the reason I say that Sawyer is right up there with David is because they are parallel in “good with out the ego” and they both have helped people in health crisis’. When in the photo line at a VIP I once heard a guy telling David that he had saved his life. David asked how and the man said that he was about 300 lbs and drowning in self pity when David was on AI. When he seen how David conducted himself from week to week at his age, he decided to change his life around. He lost over 100 lbs and David’s music made him happy. I’ll never forget that. I have heard all different stories, but this one I heard with my own ears. Not eavesdropping as I was standing right next to them and couldn’t help hearing the conversation. 🙂 It really is “great that someone’s music brings joy, comfort and peace to so many”.
I cannot compare their voices, per say, as they are as different as night and day. They are both God given talents that are so unique. I know that I love hearing both of them and I would buy Sawyer’s music and go to his concerts as I do David’s. He wouldn’t ever replace David as #1 because there is something so very special about David. But, to me Sawyer is right up there next to David on my list.
SB, hope all your snow is gone now, the calendar says it’s Spring. 🙂
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lynnella said
So thrilled to hear that you all see the same thing in Sawyer that I saw. He and David are like night and day in their genres, but there is something similar in their spirits that I see. Maybe, after the Voice is over, Sawyer will move to Nashville, at least for a while to record, and will run into David. Wouldn’t that be interesting. I have a feeling they each know who the other one is. I almost feel like I did when David was on Amer. Idol. I could hardly wait from week to week to see what he was singing, and then I would be so nervous for him, especially after he messed up the words on We Can Work It Out, that I used to sit and pray the whole time he was singing that he wouldn’t forget his words. Ah, the good ole days (lol). Sawyer is a year younger than David was when he was on Amer. Idol, but he is every bit as professional. You know when he comes out there, you’re going to hear something special. Love both of them. Can’t put and number on them, much like I can’t number my sons. I’ll be interested to see, as time goes on, what kind of person Sawyer is. We already know that David is so special there aren’t enough words to describe him. Well, it’s late and I’m getting too sentimental. I’ve been under the weather lately, spent 4 days in the hospital this week. Found out I have Congestive Heart Failure, but working to improve. God bless all of you who comment and read this site. It is only one of two places I comment. Just don’t feel safe on any others.
Love to all, Lynnella
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jans11 said
AW, Lynella, sorry to hear about your health problems. Take care of yourself and God bless. {{{hugs}}}
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djafan said
Hi peeps! So glad to see the St George concerts getting a great response. November 7th sold out and November 6th has 7 seats left! And more states to be announced! Fun to watch twitter and all the requests for the many states.
I see there are some The Voice, the show lol fans. I’ve been watching it since its beginning. It is great entertainment and the coaches are fun to watch. The singers talent vary year to year and every year I pick a favorite. Last summer I attended the summer concert, great live singing.
This year I like Mia, Kimberly, and Sawyer. Sawyer does have a very unique tone and style of singing but for me he doesn’t come close to David. He’s missing the soul stirring signature vocals that David has and did at that age. Interesting to say that in my large family I’m the only one who likes Sawyer, they compare his voice to finger nails on a chalkboard, go figure lol. I do get teased about David though they do admit his voice is like no other but not into his music. Maybe that will change with his new music.
I’m so glad that the twitter attacks on David have just about disappeared. These are sad times when people bully with threats of murder, rape, and demanding David to take his own life. There is just no excuse.
Very curious as to what David is going to sing and say on the 15. Many fans will be there so hope to hear all about it.
Been a busy week with grandkids spring break! I finally got caught with all the comments!
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djafan said
This thanks to kimak!
vaccinathan · 50m 50 minutes ago
@DavidArchie IT WAS YOU I KNOW IT WAS YOU THANK YOU FOR COMING
nathan stultz @vaccinathan · 42m 42 minutes ago
@DavidArchie I LOVE YOU I SANG ONE OF YOUR SONGS IN THE FIFTH GRADE FOR A SINGING COMPETITION
(Nathan’s twitter bio says “Hey if youre reading this come see Les Mis at HPAC April 9-26 I sing a lot in it.”)
sarah baker ♍️ @sarahmbaker_ · 41m 41 minutes ago
I just saw a play with David archuleta so there’s that
Laura Miller @LauraAries16 · 34m 34 minutes ago
I just saw a play with David Archuletta…
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Abrra said
Today’s Sunday puzzle is an edit by @ShadowBenny
http://www.jigsawplanet.com/?rc=play&pid=097b42e5b800
Abrra
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djafan said
Abrra, that was a tough one! It took me 44 mins😳
Lynella, Hope you feel better!
Quiet on twitter right now but not on facebook,
40,914 People Talking About David.
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Dayzee said
Lynella, sorry to hear of health problems, but good to know you are working to make it better.
I am so excited for Wednesday with David and Bluesky. Looking forward to hearing David speak as well as perform. Funny how I can listen to his ramblings right along with his music and enjoy them both,. Over and over. haha
Dja, so they are down to the last few seats at Tuacahn. Woohoo. There are no bad seats there and the ones in the back will have outdoor heaters. In case you are holding back because you might think those last 7 seats are not worth it. Go get em
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djafan said
Dayzee, you and bluesky are our eyes and ears for Wednesday. Lots of fans will be in attendance, wonder what he will sing and say? 😳
3 SEATS LEFT!!!!
Listened to this playlist as I started my morning, a little new and a little old and a little in between. Great way to start to the morning!
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oliveoil said
Lynnella, prayers for speedy return to good health. Eat healthy , exercise, follow doctor’s orders, and listen to David Archuletta music . haha
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jans11 said
Abs another good puzzle!
Dayzee and Bluesky, I know you all will have a super fun time and try to get something to pass along to us unfortunate ones at home! 🙂 #photos #videos #ifallowed
Love it that the 2nd concert is sold out too!!!!! You’re on a roll David! #noonewillforgetyou #becauseyou’rethebest!
Surely he will release a new album this summer so he can sing new songs from it! So excited for what’s coming up!! Still waiting for more locations to be announced……..
72…as long as they are saying good things….. 🙂
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bluesky4home said
Dear Lynnella
I am so sorry to hear of your health challenges. Almost five years ago I had an amazing health challenge to face. Basically, we were “filling out the papers” and putting things in order for a big change. Today, I still have some stuff to deal with, I am doing well, and each day is a gift.
I pray that you and your family will find the strength, and the comfort and guidance you need to find your way through this. Miracles happen every day. You are a miracle. You are loved. You are always “home” in His arms. You are always welcome here.
Much love, bluesky
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bluesky4home said
Abrra – that puzzle took me longer than usual. Good one! ^_^
They don’t have to be hard to be good….. I love them all. And…. I do appreciate a challenge.
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Abrra said
All the David puzzles are good in the end. It’s just a matter of how “interesting” they become once you start. 😉
Abrra
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lynnella said
Thanks everyone for all the good wishes for my health. As we age, we all face these things. Knowing where I’m going once I do go, makes it a little easier. However, I’d like to stick around a bit longer, so I might actually get to a David Archuleta concert. Never been, but so enjoy all the videos that those who actually go, take. Thanks again for your kind words and concern.
Lynne
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sandybeaches9 said
Lynnella…sharing in your enjoyment!
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bluesky4home said
Lynnella, I know you have probably already said… but where do you live?
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lynnella said
Hi Bluesky – I live in Louisville, KY. I wasn’t born here, but I’ve lived here since I was 7, and since I’m now 73, that’s a long time. I am feeling a lot better today. Had a visit from my oldest grandson and his other grandmother, my friend, and his girlfriend and their baby. My first great grandson, named Kieran. He’s almost 4mos. So cute. Funny how a baby can make you feel better. I’m supposed to get a priestly blessing from a couple of LDS elders next week. I’m Methodist, but I have a friend who is LDS and she asked if I would like them to come. Of course, I’ll take all the prayers and blessings I can get. Since David is in Nashville, I was hoping they might call and get him to come up and bless me. I’d better put 911 on speed dial, just in case (lol).
Lynne
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lynnella said
#81 Sandybeaches – Saw this on Sawyer’s twitter. It’s an interview with a TV station somewhere near where he lives. Who does this remind you of:
http://wnyt.com/article/stories/s3762085.shtml
I’m hoping it will open, if not go on his twitter and you’ll find it.
Lynnella
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bluesky4home said
Lynne…. I love how you think. ^_^ 911 for sure.
I will be praying for you. Babies rule.
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sandybeaches9 said
Lynnelle…I loved the interview! Yes he is humble like David and so caring. He is well spoken and very careful in answering the questions. He seems older than 16! Yes and the smile is an asset! I know he made me smile. He is keeping it to the music.
SB 🍁
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lynnella said
#86 Sandybeaches – one more and I’ll stop before I get kicked off the site. This may have been on TV. Last Mon. night when the Voice was on, I was in the ER and didn’t get to see it all. This was the rehearsal with Pharrell where Pharrell let Sawyer tell the band how he wanted the song to go. Reminded me of when someone said to Ray, the road manager on David’s Christmas tour, oh, you’re the one in charge, and Ray said, no, the kid’s in charge. I loved it.
Lynnella
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jans11 said
Lynne, yes the video was on tv. And the judges couldn’t get over a 16 (just had a birthday) year old singing like that about a woman! 🙂 He and David both know what they want and they can sing anything. (even the phone book as Randy said!)
Last night I was watching a lot of Sawyers older videos and his voice was a lot higher, which is normal at a younger age. But it sure has gotten lower and more gritty in just a short time. He can sure belt it out, just like David can. I think David’s voice is more versatile though. Love the uniqueness of both their voices! He’s on again tomorrow! I even voted for him, which I never do anymore.
Sure hope you get to see David live in concert one day. There is nothing like it. He is habit forming and you want more, more! 🙂 I know when I die and go to heaven, I’ll have had the best time traveling to see David’s concerts and meeting the greatest fans ever! I feel so blessed that I have been able to do things that I never ever dreamed of doing.
And I’m sure you wont get kicked off the site! 🙂 But sometimes I feel the same way about myself. hehe
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djafan said
1 TICKET LEFT!!!!
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djafan said
THEY ARE OFFICIALLY SOLD OUT!!!!
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bluesky4home said
Sooooo Cool, Djafan!!
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gladys1961 said
new name for David:
David “sold out” Archuleta.
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lynnella said
Sandybeaches be on ALERT!!!
Just saw on http://www.mjsbigblog.com that Sawyer is singing John Lennon’s Imagine tonight. I am freaked out. I think he’s courting the David Archuleta fans. I’ve heard him sing slow songs and emotional songs and do a good job, so this should definitely be interesting. Can’t wait. Of course, no one can match David’s version, but Sawyer isn’t trying to do David, and he has a totally different kind of voice, so I’ll try to listen with fresh ears and not expect to hear an imitation of David. Good luck Sawyer. I can like both versions.
Lynnella
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oliveoil said
I wonder if Sawyer is familiar with David’s performance of Imagine on AI. I can’t help but think he is. Sawyer did a very good job on Imagine. He sings in a different style than David, but they both share an authenticity and vocal intensity that pulls you into the song.
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lynnella said
It was a very sincere performance, and I love both of them, but I really felt more in David’s performance. It was good to hear both of them sing the same song. That way I could evaluate which one I preferred for myself. I do enjoy Sawyer, but to me, David is still #1. However, having said that, I will still buy Sawyer’s music too. Now I have 2 adopted grandsons instead of one.
Lynnella
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jans11 said
David still has the crown for singing Imagine!! I don’t think anyone will ever top his performance! Couldn’t help compare the two and David won hands down! To me when David sings a song, he owns it! That is a big difference between him and Sawyer.
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sandybeaches9 said
That would be the last song I would have ever wanted Sawyer to sing because of the reasons we know why. I don’t want to start comparing David to Sawyer because there is just no good reason and yes we have invested our music time in David but once we start comparing we devalue Sawyer’s singing. His voice is changing right now as has been written as David’s did and that was really a risky song to sing. At times and maybe always now, David stays away from the very high notes that he once sang. I was so nervous for him when I read from Lynnella that he was going to be singing Imagine. I thought oh no they will start comparing the two. I thought that Sawyer owned ‘Trouble’ and the other songs that he sang. This was not his song. I remember a Beatle’s song that David forgot a whole line and it was not his song. I respect them both and thoroughly enjoy Sawyer not just for the song he sings but for his whole demeanour and uncomplicated life. I really need someone in my life that is not complicated!!
Until David is back in the entertainment business, fingers crossed, we might enjoy other singers too!
SB
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lynnella said
Sandybeaches, I know what you meant about being nervous for Sawyer. Again, I didn’t get to watch the rehearsal, I got a phone call, but got off in time for the performance. I don’t think David and Sawyer should be singing the same types of songs. Their voices are so different. I could never imagine David singing a Man of Constant Sorrow, but Sawyer kills that one. Yet, given all that, I think Sawyer did a decent job on the song. It’s like comparing apples and oranges. It just comes down to which you prefer. I happen to like both. There’s room at the table for both of them. Recalling that We Can Work It Out moment with David, I was never really relaxed watching him compete after that. I was so nervous that he would forget his lyrics. I don’t feel that way with Sawyer. He has a much more laid back demeanor, even though he’s a year younger than David was. They’re both babies (David back then not now). I know they’re both driven to sing and it’s in both of their souls, like Randy said of David, you were born to do this, and I think Sawyer was too. I almost think they should raise the age limit to at least after high school. It just seems like too much pressure to be putting on these kids. No matter how talented they are, it’s just too much. Just my opinion.
Voted all my votes for Sawyer, Lynnella
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sandybeaches9 said
Lynnella…You are so right and you said if quite nicely. I really can’t think that DAVID would sing the songs Sawyer has so far. Imagine seemed very short and he could have had background instruments but maybe he wanted it that way.
I think that my fear was that everyone would start comparing the two with tonight’s choice of song. Well nothing to fear now it has been done.
Do they ever get to sing two songs? His time on stage was so short seeing it was 2 hours long. . A John Denver song would have been great especially where he plays the guitar and plays it so well. Imagine didn’t seem to say enough for him.
SB 🍁
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lynnella said
Sandybeaches, I don’t remember if they get to sing 2 songs or not. This was a rather abbreviated version. I don’t know if he picked the song or if Pharrell did. I saw on mjsbigblog that the last talley they showed Kimberly was #11 and Sawyer #12 on iTunes sales and they were the highest from the Voice on the charts. I’m sure Sawyer has no worries about going through to next week. But, it’s like most everyone else stepped it up and he took a step back. Maybe next week he’ll take heed. I voted online for him. My days of dialing like a maniac are over. David finished me off on that. John Denver would be good music for him. I saw someone on comments somewhere who said he is this generation’s Bob Dylan. Not that he’s trying to revolutionize everyone, but that he has that type of voice and effect on people. We’ll see. I know there are at least 2 or 3 DA fans who have taken notice.
Lynnella
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