How very appropriate, Rascal. A new thread one hour before the swearing-in ceremony of the 44th President of the U.S., Barack Obama. The Star Spangled Banner, perfectly sung by David as the anthem should be sung.
We here in Canada are also watching every moment of this history-making day. God bless America and the new President.
I’m already a blubbering mess as I pull double duty blogging and watching TV.
Great to see this new post, as I’ve been surfing for various inaugural updates.
Looking forward to a longer reflection when you get the chance.
Angelica . January 20, 2009 .
Our little Latino Hunk. Love the confident stance. What a great day for the country! I wish the new President all the best in the coming year.
Back to David James Archulicious. Isn’t he just scrumptious?
God bless America!
mamasaun . January 20, 2009 .
Nobody sings the beautiful national anthem like our David. I am praying for this nation today . . and praying for our new president. I hope he can perform miracles . . we need them. May God bless America and the whole world!
Freofan . January 20, 2009 .
I am assuming that David is on the Mall somewhere watching? What an amazing event. I have some friends there right now.
juliebug . January 20, 2009 .
Rascal! Hope all is well with you.
Awwww! I left work in plenty of time to see our new President’s speech and ended up having to have my battery in my car jumped and by the time I got home for lunch I heard the last minute of his speech. Boooo car battery!
I DVR’d it though, so I’ll have to watch it later tonight when I get home.
I wonder where David is right now?
brooklyndawn . January 20, 2009 .
I watched with my mom. She cried throughout the swearing in and our new president’s speech. I saved my tears for after the speech when alone I recalled that my late dad, who was a political nut, (I spent my twenties thinking c-span was his crack pipe) would have been overjoyed. Not that he would have necessarily agreed with all of his policies (my dad was a radical, lol), but he would have loved to think that his generation (he was at the March as a young man, he went with his church group) paved the way for this day, and he’d be right. So I will think of my dad alot today, and all of his generation who fought the hard fight, for all of us.
As for David, he does this song like nobody else. It’s just beautiful.
jackryan4DA . January 20, 2009 .
Congratulations US pax! Am not an American but I teared up just the same while watching Pres Obama’s swearing in. The look of joy and hope in the audience was so palpable during this historic occasion. Am reminded of a time in my country when our 1st female president was sworn in So I can fully relate!
Now, in keeping with the topic of this thread -
‘Recession Chic’ to Take Over Lots of Fancy Balls in Washington on Inauguration Day?
While the majority of the (maybe) four million people expected to descend on Washington, D.C., for Obama’s inauguration will likely spend January 20th getting shaken down by the secret service, desperately searching for a bathroom, and unable to make phone calls, the Capitol’s celebrity guests will be preparing for one of the city’s 50 inaugural balls, parties, concerts, and after-parties. Though the big day falls smack in the middle of the Sundance Film Festival, former Daily News columnist Jo(hanna) Piazza (writing for the Daily Beast) insists that D.C. is the hotter ticket this year.
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The Recording Industry of America will be at the 30,000-foot D.C. club Ibiza for their party, which is set to include guests like Courteney Cox and David Arquette, Jennifer Aniston, John Mayer, Lance Bass, Mariah Carey, Matthew Perry and American Idol star David Archuleta.
DC is the hotter ticket than Sundance, eh? Amazing that our David was in both! And me liking the description
If this works, my avatar for today is one of my daughter’s art projects, a portrait of our new president made of pennies new and old signifying her heartfelt wishes for change (pun intended as well) in this, her first election in which she was eligible vote.
It is a great day to be alive!
Joner . January 20, 2009 .
What an exciting day for Americans!
David must feel so proud to be a part of the big celebration. He sure has gotten the opportunity to experience alot of fantastic things at only 18 years old! Wow!
Joner . January 20, 2009 .
…and can I just say that he does “the suit” thing to perfection.
I mean c’mon, that dark hair of his with the black suit! Guh! He looks sooooo handsome!
mamasaun . January 20, 2009 .
I wonder what he will wear to the ball . . can’t wait to see that.
fay . January 20, 2009 .
God bless us all..God bless David and the new president
ebonyangel . January 20, 2009 .
Good afternoon everyone. As Pres. Obama spoke of unity and hope, I could hear David singing “a brotherhood of man” in the background. I hope he and his father were somewhere in the crowd. Better yet, I believe David has it in him to write the “Imagine” for his generation.
Brooklyndawn, my late dad was also a political junkie and would have been overjoyed. I’m glad you got to watch with your mom.
HG, after reading about your dream in the other thread, I kept thinking that Michelle or Hillary would trip on some steps. I’m glad it didn’t happen
highervibe . January 20, 2009 .
“Praise song for the day!”
I bet David was loving the inaugural poem–praise song indeed!!!!!!!!
silverfox . January 20, 2009 .
Good afternoon!
A new day, a new begining for America.
I am so happy that David has had this opportunity to be part of history in the making.
I am crossing my fingers that David meets one of his biggest idols, John Mayer. I think we all know how he must be feeling. We, who went to the AI tour, or the Jingles, or any other appearance know how it feels to be giddy with excitement knowing we would be seeing
OUR idol, David THE VOICE, with dreams that maybe, just maybe we would meet David too! David said he could barely speak when he met Mraz…uh-huh..that sounds very familiar to many of us! He just doesn’t believe he affects his fans the same way.
rascal, Our Word Guru! .. Good vibes going out through cyberspace to you! You have been missed as I’m sure you noticed by the worrying & wringing of hands by your very faithful ND family! Hope all’s well in your corner of the world!
valbraz . January 20, 2009 .
Hi everyone!
What a beautiful rendition of the NA by David! His voice sounds so clear and powerful! Wow!
I’ve been watching CNN’s coverage of Obama’s inauguration. What a beautiful celebration! I wish you all, my American e-friends, all the best! My special congrats to the sistahs here! Haha! I believe I’m a sistah, too, since I’m light-skinned but have African blood too, for sure!
Brooklyndawn and Ebonyangel,
My father was just like yours, passionate about politics, and human rights. And I was so proud to have seen our president Lula together with my father, at church a day before his first election which was equally historical for us – a man of the people, a leftist, from the poor and prejudiced against northeastern region, just like my parents. It was an emotional journey for us and I am so glad to have shared it with my late father. I got my political beliefs and idealistic nature from him – I’m a dreamer, too – and my faith and determination from my mum.
God bless you!
silverfox . January 20, 2009 .
I forgot to say that I can hardly wait for Wednesday…I think we will get a blog from David detailing his experience at the Sundance thingy, but most importantly, the history making Inauguration!!
If not Wednesday, then for sure Thursday!! I hope so, anyway!
Joner . January 20, 2009 .
David BLOGS US!!!!
Week of Updates
Hola. I’m updating on what’s been going on again haha. So last week was pretty crazy!
Monday was way fun with the Hard Rock Cafe performance! For those of you who went, I hope you had fun. I also accompanied myself on A Little Too Not Over You for the first time in New York for WPLJ.
After New York, I went to LA to do some stuff for Build-A-Bear, and there were 2 other talented girls. One of them was named Meaghan, who I believe was in Camp Rock. The other girl was named Jamia, and she was the little girl in August Rush! I remember watching Jamia actually on Showtime at the Apollo and Jay Leno when she was 7, so it was so cool! haha. I was blown away by her then, and I am blown away by her now. She was full of energy, and was hilarious too.
On Friday I did Radio Disney. I got to visit all the lovely cheerful staff at the Radio Disney station again, and I always love to go there. I performed there again, and got to talk to Ernie D and answer some phone calls on the air. Access Hollywood was there too, and they filmed me singing and doing my interviews there. I also had a little photo shoot for Radio Disney too, just for a few things.
Saturday, I performed at one of the events at Sundance, and that was really special because it was the first time I sang a song with my brother accompanying me on guitar. He accompanied me on You Can, and he did great haha. My friends and family got to come along, and we partied and just jammed out to music. We all had a really good time.
I then flew out to DC to sing the National Anthem at a Latino Gala event on Sunday, one of the events going on for the week of the inauguration. Some of the performers were War, Paulina Rubio, Alejandro Sanz, and Marc Anthony, and I really enjoyed watching them. I got a chance to talk to Jennifer and Marc, and they were some of the coolest people I have ever met! It’s awesome because my mom is a huge fan of both of them, and they’re both incredibly talented. I love meeting people who are really well known and stuff, and you expect them to act all big and important, when they are some of the most down-to-earth cool people you’ve ever met haha. That’s how they were, and I really respected them for that. And I hope I can sing like Marc when I’m older.
So another thing I got to do was go the the Museum of Natural History in DC, which I LOVED! I’m such a fan of things like museums lol. And there was so much to look at there. They had a lot of prehistoric animal skeletons to look at, and I got some pictures so I’ll load those up. But seriously, if you live in that area you need to go that museum! It’s a lot of fun. Well, at least if you like museums it’s fun.
Lastly, this is a big week so make sure to keep up with the Inauguration today! I’ll write another blog soon.
Song for the day: Raise It Up – Jamia Simone Nash and Impact Repertory Theater (From August Rush) I This is a song Jamia sings on August Rush. I think it’s such a cool movie. I first watched it during my trip to Lake Powell during my short break in between The show and tour (and everything
else.) So good memories lol.
valbraz . January 20, 2009 .
I hope Senator Dianne Feinstein is a good person because I really like her. She did a good job with the welcoming remarks and stuff. She wins for best female speaking voice of the day together with Obama for best male speaking voice.
Anybody there?
I hope Senator Edward Kennedy is ok.
silverfox . January 20, 2009 .
Boy, was I off…well I want another one Tomorrow!
Or Thursday!
Angelica . January 20, 2009 .
SF, I know we have to hear from him. He will be too excited to hold it in from his fans. He loves us! I can just imagine…
Hey guys, David here. Well I have been really busy with the Sundance Film Festival. It was really hot there at the venue and I was sweating like a pig. haha. Not as hot as Daniel though, who got stuck in the elevator but he’s OK. haha. It was so great to have him accompany me for the first time and I think he did great. Don’t you? Anyway, I got to go to the Latino Ball and then to the Recording Industry Ball too. Hijoles! It was way cool to hang out and meet so many great folks. I got to meet John Mayer!! Oh my gosh, I was soooo nervous! Oh yeah, I got to meet the President too. But John Mayer is so fantastic and super nice! It was such a thrill! I didn’t want to bother him, but he was really great. Did I say President Obama was great too? He was too, but John Meyer was AMAZING!! haha.
Angelica . January 20, 2009 .
Ha ha I told you he would. And I think I spelled John Mayer wrong.
silverfox . January 20, 2009 .
David, honey-bunny! You are THE VOICE! At 18 yo, you are up there with Marc..and he’s been at it for years!
Did not expect either a new post from Rascal or a new blog from David! Obviously, many people are too excited to not share in the moment.
David spoils us so.
Angelica . January 20, 2009 .
OK. I just read David’s real blog again. Did he actually say
“I hope I can sing like Marc when I’m older.”
David sweetie. We have to talk.
No offence to Marc, but oh, uh uh.
stenocruiser . January 20, 2009 .
Well, there is humble and then, there is humble …. aww David, don’t you know? You are already there and beyond with that VOICE.
ram . January 20, 2009 .
Wow! Angelica and SF you guys are psychic! Today is one of the most exciting days of my life and an incredible day in the history of this great nation. And to think that David at this young age has been able to participate is mind blowing.
And even today on the day of the inauguration David’s ranked #1 Celebrity and Musician. People are very interested in David and evidently not just in this country. Here is the blurb explaining what xrank is.
About xRank
xRank keeps track of notable people and puts them in order for you. We count Live Search web searches for movie stars, musicians, and other famous people. Then, we compile our findings into an insightful ranking formula that tells you who the world is searching for most. The result is a cultural snapshot of who’s hot and who’s not!
About xRank
xRank keeps track of notable people and puts them in order for you. We count Live Search web searches for movie stars, musicians, and other famous people. Then, we compile our findings into an insightful ranking formula that tells you who the world is searching for most. The result is a cultural snapshot of who’s hot and who’s not!
Go Big D .. And good vibes to President Barack Obama to help him meet the many challenges ahead.
I am thrilled for David that he was a part of the inauguration. What an honor that is for him. I watched the swearing in and Obama’s speech today with a roomful of 2nd graders at my school. This is a day they will always remember! I was filled with pride at this new beginning for our beautiful country.
Blessings on America and our new President!
archangel48 . January 20, 2009 .
SF#18 Ask and ye shall receive?…#19Joner: David’s new blog! If I ever had a doubt of your connection to David ,SF I certainly don’t anymore. ( really, there never was a doubt)! Ha! Ha! What an inspiring time for David to be maturing and establishing himself in the music world. His National Anthem is JAW-DROPPING! I giggled when he said he wanted to be as good a singer as Marc when he get’s older! I think I’ll just keep “The Voice” just as it is. Just more of it! PLEASE?
silverfox . January 20, 2009 .
oh my heck!
I can hardly contain myself! I am so excited for David! He sounds so very happy..what more can we ask for?
His folks must be beaming!
I just love him for keeping us in the loop! He doesn’t have to do that..but he does just the same! Love that he wants to share as much as he can with us…
There’s something I was to direct at all who post here and at other sites too..
Several months ago, there was a discussion about how David was like another Sinatra, who was known as “the voice”, so I started referring to David as THE VOICE. It has caught on more & more here at ND. So
if everyone agrees, I think WE here at ND should do all
we can to make David known as THE VOICE, so much so that the MEDIA will catch on, and soon David will be introduced as David Archuleta, THE VOICE, instead of , the AI runner-up, or Archie, or Former AI…
So when you post at other sites, and mention David, don’t just say David, say.. David THE VOICE! Soon all the other sites will start referring to David as THE VOICE ..Let’s start our ND Champaign to let the world know David is THE VOICE who can sing the phone book and everything else like no other! If you agree..then let’s do this for David!
And, no I have not been drinking!!
marlie7 . January 20, 2009 .
WOW, does the President usually WALK in the parade?
And yes, David, we have to talk about that comment you made about growing up to sing as well as Marc. Tut, tut, stop that!
silverfox . January 20, 2009 .
I mean..we already refer to him as THE VOICE here, may as well spread it…even when you call in a request to the radio stations..say David Archuleta, THE VOICE..even if he DJ’s laugh..it will catch on! eventually! trust me!
vermeer . January 20, 2009 .
Oh rascal, so good to see you surface! I literally panicky half an hour ago when I got an error message twice (!!) when I tried to log on here. I felt sick to my stomach thinking ND went away again. I am so happy it was a temporary thing and we are all here!!
I love David’s little bow at the end. I just want to ((((hug)))) him.
I got to watch the presidential speech this morning in real time at work. I tried hard not to tear up, since yesterday on MLK day, just watching the throngs of people of all color assembling in DC, tears were coming out without me even knowing I was tearing up!
Back to work now.
rapture . January 20, 2009 .
Good afternoon all,
I just wanted to elaborate a bit more about meeting some fellow ODDer’s last night. I’ve been reflecting about it spontaneously all day – like when you’ve seen a great movie!
And thanks to you, Kizzi, for arranging it! So ironic that the “part-time” New Yorker puts it together for us all!
I was so excited to meet other soul-stirred David fans in-the-flesh. I was rewarded with a rich evening of shared joy and stories and David love.
I don’t know anyone personally, (at least not until last night) who has been as touched by David as I have. I know it’s been expressed on here many times…how some of us feel alone in our ODD in our worlds and are grateful for nD as a place to share. But there is something different about meeting in person. Something surreal. I did know there are many of “us” out there, but it all comes rushing home in person.
It’s almost like what I image finding a long lost twin must be like. So many common feelings and behaviors! Even some common birthdays and names flying around last night – freaky! And I mean that in the best way!
Thanks again girls: Happy, Ninaf, Orchid, River and Kizzi for a great evening.
Looking forward to the next gathering!
Kizzi . January 20, 2009 .
Historical day. What an inaugural speech–it will be studied by our children’s children’s children’s children’s children.
Hi SF – David is THE VOICE and I believe that as he grows and learns on his chosen life’s journey as a singer/entertainer he will learn that.
He is simply extremely humble and other oriented….makes me want to ask him why he thinks people buy his music, travel to listen to him–it is not because he is “little” and “cute” and ask him why he sings to begin with?!!! It still is an enigma as to why he went on AI anyway–he sense of self doesn’t match the whole reality show culture. End of flare out–lol—I’ve been thinking about that anyway on this fan adventure.
slvrfox . January 20, 2009 .
Can someone please tell me what happen to David’s band? Someone said it cost $30,000 each time they play for him. Is that true?
Kizzi . January 20, 2009 .
rapture#36 – What a poignant description. Yes, yes and yes to everything you said. We nD’ers are total strangers and when we meet it is as if we have known each other since birth (or in past lives ). I mean the excitement to meet a fellow David fan from ND is on par with a life event. And we share our deepest thoughts, loves and fears and we trust each other. What a gift! How did we get to be so lucky?
silverfox . January 20, 2009 .
JR…just thought I’d let you know..our SQUARE magazine came today!! It’s kinda small..38 pages but David’s pics are, ummm..well you already know!
And I also have David’s Life Story mag for you too. So I’ll save them, or I’d be happy to mail them to you, no problema..you have my email address..just say the word!
rapture! it was so nice talking to you last nite, and such a big surprise! Looking forward to meeting everyone face to face someday soon!
Gonna watch all the happenings of today on my DVR..
Now, I was reading over at Vulture a funny line that Cheney looks just like Mr. Potter from It’s a Wonderful Life in his wheelchair! I was thinking of that villain in The Simpsons myself.
“And yes, David, we have to talk about that comment you made about growing up to sing as well as Marc. Tut, tut, stop that!”
Well, Marlie, I figure if David actually took the time to sit down and really LISTEN to his own voice (you know how he says he hates to listen to himself), he might actually realize he’s beyond Marc and so many others.
marlie7 . January 20, 2009 .
If I was to blaspheme, I’d say the only thing David has to do is wait until his voice settles down from the changing, and work on consistency. (Ach! Did I say that?).
He has the most gorgeous tones, and his power notes are tear-inducing. Some days he doesn’t have quite as much control over it as others. But it’s always beautiful.
It works best when he is most relaxed and lets himself have a good time (or when he’s singing the National Anthem, which is always the most fabulous of anyone I’ve ever heard…ever. LOL!)
refnaf . January 20, 2009 .
hola… what an exciting day….I’ve been watching the festivities from Spain and feel very awed!!!! President Obama inspires such hope>
David singing your national anthem is sublime….
I love this ND family… so glad to be able to share my ODD!
Canada loves David!!! and Obama
Joner . January 20, 2009 .
Marlie – No, not blaspheme, but I honestly don’t think we all would have the patience to wait for his voice to change. I believe that Dean (his voice coach) said the male voice does not stop changing until they are 35 years old.
I think we’d all be jumping off the ledge if David was out of commission for that long!
He will have to change his key as time moves on to accommodate his voice, but he’ll know exactly what he needs to do and when. He’s been doing this all along.
refnaf . January 20, 2009 .
and good Spanish wine! lol
ram . January 20, 2009 .
refnaf- Hola y que tal? Make it a good Spanish wine with “nutty” notes for this crowd.
really fun last night… OMG, what will the fanvention be like?
I realized after I left that I did not thank you all as I would have liked to. It is refreshing to share laughs and ideas with wonderful woman. I find that I am so busy it is difficult to develop fellowship outside of my “ordinary” circle of people. My ordinary circle of people are amazing, but…I am used to them. And it is fun to broaden horizons! One thing that I have internalized in a most painful way, is that life is short, fragile, and precious. A life that you thought was so full and permanent can be gone in an instant… it is so cliché but- we only have today. In the past it would have been very unlike me to meet a bunch of strangers from the internet for dinner (and now I’ve done it three times!) But as Kizzi said, crazy as it may be, I feel like I have developed a level of trust here at nD. It seems many of us feel the same way. It was equally as fun to meet lurkers as it was to meet regular commenters…. When you talk for 10 minutes you find that we ALL think alike whether we comment or not, LOL! I want to thank you all…all of you, from the most regular commenter to the most intermittent lurker for enriching my life…and you rascal for providing the forum….ODD at notingDavid FTW!
SandyBeaches . January 20, 2009 .
Thanks HG I will look to see if it is on again tonight on another channel…I really want to see him somewhere at the inauguration…maybe later…
Not sure if this will post (having “issues” … forced into involuntary lurkdom today, eek)… HG, I just saw David on ET too! Boy, I miss that face on my TV… and the two thumbs up? Priceless…
OMG! I just saw the Youth Inaugural Ball is the official event for “youth” ages 18-35.
When did the youth age increase to 35??!!!! Who knew I was still considered a “youth”? Heh.
I’m loving how the MTV/Rock-the-Vote folks who’re hosting this gig are already “over 30″ and are refusing to give up on their “youth” identity. ha ha!
I’m getting a kick that, years from now, they’ll still be hosting a Youth Ball for all “youths” ages 18-50!
No wonder David is hanging out with the “real” youth at Club Ibiza…
silverfox . January 20, 2009 .
WOW! I haven’t watched THIS much TV since AI-7 !!
The Inauguration was awesome! Hail To The Chief!
Brought back memories of the last time such a young beautiful couple moved into the White House..bittersweet memories…
Question..Why do people have to talk during the NA? What’s wrong with them? David The Voice, was superb..should have been enough to keep everyone at the Latino speechless as in “Por favor, no hablen quando Davi esta contando con el voce, su voce que es muy exquisito!” translation..
(Please do not talk when David is singing with THE VOICE, with his exquisite voice!).
I just don’t understand! Just Rude!
JR, that PSA Do Something Interview is exactly what was shown on ET!
refnaf . January 20, 2009 .
hola TOfan… Happy #50… (((hugs))) love your sharing and i’m so with you… ODD at notingdavid FTW!
fandaforever48 . January 20, 2009 .
CNN is supposed to be covering the ball at IBIZA which according to the reporter will be THE place to be after all the other balls rap up. Jus happened to be watching my hubby’s favorite station when this came on. Crossing my fingers & hoping to see (hear) David the VOICE.
This is all so exciting & such a memorable day. Glad I didn’t miss it.
silverfox . January 20, 2009 .
Tofan…you really do have a thing for “shoes”..or just David’s? or just shoes/feet in general?
The Word Guru, rascal..didn’t leave any words
And why & how can David The Voice hate listening to his own singing sublime voice? Can’t he hear what WE hear?
happy..thanks for the call last night..was really great of you to take the time to make me FEEL great!
Gee, after loving what Michelle wore earlier today, I am not loving her evening gown. Not at all!
I do hope we get a glimpse of David at Ibiza. And this time with pants that fit!
Freofan . January 20, 2009 .
So great that CNN is covering the Ibiza Ball! I’ve got four CNN live streams open on my desktop.
juliebug . January 20, 2009 .
HG – haha! We are soooo opposite on the clothes issue with Michelle. I absolutely hated what she wore today and am loving tonight’s dress. haha! uh oh!
David just needs a tailor. Mama Lupe needs to gather him up and take him and his clothes to a tailor and have them altered.
And you’re right. Mama Lupe should really be with David at this time, both for the joy she would have had at the Latino Ball and for the attention only a mother could give when making sure her boy is at his finest dress when attending these black tie affairs.
At least Michelle had her girls looking fierce today!
rae . January 20, 2009 .
Long and busy day. I am probalby the only person in the US, and possibly the planet who did not see one inaguration (sic) event today.
Guess I will rely on CNN and You Tube.
YAA Silver Fox to the “Voice”. I have been using it & wondered who started it! Agreed to refer to David as the Voice when ever I post anywhere. He is the only Voice for me.
David sounded amazing singing the NA. I think the exposure he gets at these type of events, and things like
Major League Division Play offs is….PRICELESS. Many people are sure to follow up/look him up & become a fan.
Now, IDK if anyone noticed and I am no fashion guru- and David would look handsome in a paper bag- BUT,
on the full media shot of him for the Hispanic event, did his pants look a tad long? (Maybe that is the style now but to me the seemed to be dragging a bit)
Just a little observation. The scarf was lovely.
Wish I could have joined you all for dinner in NY. Heck, wish I could visit NY. My teen son is a huge Yankees fan, and a baseball player himself.
rae, yes, I love how he’s workin’ the scarf… even at the Museum! lol
silverfox . January 20, 2009 .
TOfan..what about those patent leather dress shoes David wore for the “Please Don’t Stop the Music” performance at the AI tour? Pretty snazzy & sexy!!
I guess David’s at the big shin-dig about now..hope we get some pics..and more than anything, I hope he meets John Mayer, who can be a little caustic according to the media (but who knows if it’s true anyway)..but if it is, and David does meet him, maybe some of David’s niceness
will rub off on John and they can have a nice conversation..what a dream come true for David!
HG..I thought David had a stylist for these types of appearances..so blame the stylist if the pants didn’t fit..but I thought he looked great!
SF, David looked super hot. But yeah, stylist or no stylist, I’d like the pants to fit!
silverfox . January 20, 2009 .
Jordin Sparks performed at the Commander in Chief’s Ball!! WOW..I didn’t know she was even there! Wonder if she’ll bump into David? Even though they are at different events!
davidfanLIZ . January 20, 2009 .
rapture #36
Love your phrase “soul-stirred David fans.” So glad to hear a group of NY NDers had a fabulous time together. I have been thrilled to meet some NDers at the Sacramento Jingle and elsewhere (SF in Lexington!). The bond we share is real. David has marked us, he has changed us and meeting each other is an affirming and nurturing experience.
vermeer #35
Sweetie!!! I once got booted off three times in a row trying to post and I had the same feeling. Noooooo!!! Turns out that my messages were going into the ND spam filter for no reason whatsoever. It all turned out okay.
davidfanLIZ . January 20, 2009 .
rascal – Hope all is well with you!!!
rae . January 20, 2009 .
Yeah- Number one on X factor-! We want him on the
“what to wear” list and not the “what not to wear list”
I thought on AI he always looked amazing. That tux ( or was it a suit) he wore for the finale fit like a glove.
But he could wear anything,,,,, to be sure.
rae . January 20, 2009 .
OK- off to check out CNN and see what history in the making I missed today. Have a wonderful evening.
rae . January 20, 2009 .
Oh and one last remark/thought.
I wonderful if all the ODDers were given a personality profile, if we would have something in common?
Or is it something in our souls that we share? ( How would you test that…)
Or we were all related in a formal life somehow ( ok I know- I don’t believe in that stuff)
Just cannot figure it out- and I sort or like to be able to figure things out….Just thinking out loud here.
SF #73, I remember those shiny shoes, haha! My faves are the converse sneakers, I must admit. And yes, if he does meet Mayer, I hope the same thing. I read somewhere (maybe here) that Sara_Bareilles wrote David a note thanking him for sending so many fans her way. Mayer and Mraz should do the same! lol
davidfanLIZ #76, that’s what happened to me today! glad I’m not the only one… felt “banished” ….
Freofan . January 20, 2009 .
Aw, Obama and his wife are dancing right now, first couples’ dance. They look so elegant and her dress is beautiful!
2 votes for Michelle’s gown, 1 vote against. *waves. anyone agreeing with me?*
silverfox . January 20, 2009 .
I agree totally that it would have been so great if Lupe had been there with David at the Latino Gala. And as far as fashion..she always looks great, and I think she’d make sure David looks perfect for these important events. But maybe they need new stylist..Like whoever dressed him for the AOL sessions or Sacramento Jam.
And a couple of photo shoots when he wore a suit & tie..
Just saw Michelle Obama’s ball gown..it’s ok..not really a “WOW” gown like I thought she would be wearing..
OK, I’m getting really sleepy and have to get ready for the new semester tomorrow – no matter how much I want to keep up with everything going on tonight. I’ll have to catch up later when (and if) David emerges in any new pics or new pics.
Just so grateful all went well on this historic day!
G’nite all!
fandaforever48 . January 20, 2009 .
silverfox – just wondering if you took requests for conveying wishes to the VOICE? Would love to hear David sing Imagine tonight. Or do your psyshic powers extent to his songs, too. You know, SOT vid by rascal @ the Commander in Chief Ball. Wish I had the means to connect like I did 10 years ago. Not sure why I did then but no longer have that anymore. Just wondering.
HG, I’m with you. Thumbs up for the daytime outfit. The ball gown, not so much …. But two thumbs up for both pairs of shoes!
Night all, thanks for the dish! (Rascal, hope all is well with you *waves*)
silverfox . January 20, 2009 .
rae…don’t be so quick to dismiss the “previous life” theory..I have thought that very thing..Thought it very deeply when I met & talked & laughed with David at the barricade in Evansville..even though I was afraid to touch him! ( at that time ). But I felt like I “knew” him in a previous life…OK so I’m weird..but there it is..Everybody here knows I can be a little..uh cra-zeh..It’s David’s fault. and I love him!
LittleM . January 20, 2009 .
Hey all!
I’m gonna vote against Michele’s dress tonight, but I really loved her outfit earlier today
So..on an unrelated topic, David’s album sales are in for the week and he got a little bump and re-entered the charts at #50:
- 50 DAVID ARCHULETA 9,032 — DAVID ARCHULETA
Anyone know how many this puts him at for total albums sold? While this was a little bump, I’d love to see the album sales go up! He needs Platinum, baby! What can be done??
silverfox . January 20, 2009 .
fandaforever..I was thinking just how great it would have been for rascal’s video to be shown at the Commander in Chief’s Ball when President Obama was thanking the military..How fitting it would have been! I WISH David was a performer tonight..singing IMAGINE would be a perfect song for today.. Anyway, I also have to say good night as well.
rascal..The very best vibes going to you!
And for David..may you have one of the best nights of your life tonight…
Dear Lord, Though we are unworthy to ask,
Please take Care Of David. Watch over him, 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 and guidance to say no to those who ask for more than he can reasonably give. Surround David with loving and supportive people who love him UNCONDITIONALLY as we, his ARCHANGELS do. Separate David from those who have agendas other than for his well being. Give him rest when he’s weary. Give him stamina to sustain his hectic pace. Give him assurance when he feels doubt. Give him joy when he feels sad. Cloak him always in your protective arms. Keep David healthy & strong as he fulfills his Destiny which was written in his Book of Life before he was born.
Though we may be unworthy, we humbly pray.
Amen.
Sweet dreams! Be safe & secure in our love always! Take care. You will always be numero uno in our eyes! Thank you for all you do and for just being you!
CONTIGO SIEMPRE CON AMOR!
ram . January 20, 2009 .
Don’t go!!! Central time zone Club Ibiza on ABC network. Maybe we’ll see David.
marlie7 . January 20, 2009 .
Joner #46 Yeah, I hear ya. I didn’t mean “wait” wait, like not sing (God, what would the world be like?) I just meant he should not worry about it being like Marc Anthony – he will be even more than that as his voice settles, and at a much younger age. (I know they don’t finish changing until 35, but from 12 to 20 it is a huge change).
The only thing Marc has on David (no tomatoes!) is consistency and I think that comes from confidence and experience with what his own voice can do. David’s power notes are awesome (every song in Tulsa!), it’s when he sings softly (like in a radio station accompanying himself on piano) that he has a little stretch singing the higher notes.
HG #83 I think Michelle picked her gown because it was designed by a 26-year-old Asian designer just getting started in NYC. I suspect it’s part of the Obama family focus on diversity and their “new school” approach to everything. And it probably didn’t cost a gazillion dollars (same with their kids dressing in J. Crew).
fandaforever48 . January 20, 2009 .
Why was David not invited to the Youth Ball? It’s to celebrate the youth involvement to make a difference or somethin, somethin…….Do Something.org? Hmmmm, how do these people select their guest lists. Is it because he is just starting in this business?
juliebug . January 20, 2009 .
fandaforever48 -
Maybe he was…but the ball he’s going to is just so much more David. It’s the ball hosted by the Recording Industry Association of America and it’s a CHARITY ball.
Who knows, he might have been invited to both. I think it’s great that he’s participating in such a memorable evening, in whatever way.
orchid . January 20, 2009 .
Thank you gals for last nite dinner,it was fun and neat to
meet all of you.In the past i wouldn’t ever met anyone
from the internet but for some reason David has given me confidence.Hopefully one day we all meet.
SF.i always refered to David as the VOICE and people think i am crazy,what will they think about you?.Any way
i hope to meet you one day and it was a pleasure to talk to you.
Freofan . January 20, 2009 .
Dangit, I am wiped out and won’t be able to stay up and watch the CNN coverage of the Ibiza Ball. Hope we get some David pics!
stenocruiser . January 20, 2009 .
CNN just reported from Ibiza – reporter said she was going to talk to Courtney Cox and David Ar……quette (darn!). Then she talked to Rihanna. They will be reporting further from there she said.
Angelica . January 20, 2009 .
David Ar….quette?!
I will wait a little longer and hope she comes to her senses. Does she not read Xrank?
marlie7 . January 21, 2009 .
Just a little musical interlude while we wait for David pics
juliebug#94 – your’re right, it is more him. Just wished the President could have heard the VOICE sing Imagine. I know he would be touched. I know his daughters liked him.
Ever since I heard him sing Imagine at the Holiday of Hope Tree Lighting. It totally floored me – esp. “…….you may say I’m a dreamer……” I swear he tears up everytime he sings that line. I’m always a total mess, too. My family thought I was real goner during the holidays. Could not even begin to explain why.
orchid . January 21, 2009 .
marlie7.what a cute boy hahahaha.
brooklyndawn . January 21, 2009 .
Okay, gonna chime in on the dress. I thought it was quite elegant, so a thumbs up on it. The outfit this morning, the color was devine, the style, not so much. I hope she doesn’t have to live up to the whole style thing though.
Marc Anthony is an amazing singer. I see why David would say what he said. I love hearing him sing, and I always wondered why he isn’t quite as famous in the states, he sings circles around almost anyone else, besides our David of course.
Ebonyangel, and Valbraz, today was an incredible day, full of hope and remembrance of things past. Thanks for sharing recollections of your Dads, they would have enjoyed this day. Valbraz, you are indeed a sistah!
LittleM . January 21, 2009 .
CNN just did a report from the Ibiza Ball…Larry King said it may be the ball “with the most star power yet.” No mention of DA, but they’ll be reporting again from there soon….
jackryan4DA . January 21, 2009 .
GAH! Finally am able to log on and actually post! Such a hectic day. I was running late earlier so my 2 posts earlier were hurried & harried. One thing uncool with being away from the office is the things you have to face when you get back, right?
It is not unlike here! You blink and whoa you have tons of posts to read. The only diff is this is pleasurable Definitely!
RE ND GET TOGETHER — Am jealous! And am not, never in fact, been the jealous type. Not only am I missing out on the experience of a lifetime of seeing David perform live but that I have to just sigh & whimper at not being able to enjoy the company of the wonderful ND members, for now.
That’s the operative word “for now”. I will get to you guys someday soon! In an arena filled with CRA-ZEH ODD’ers and ND partners, all gung-ho for that one big concert of TheVOICE. Am picturing it now…. Oh boy… that will be some night….
RAPTURE on #36, you are so spot on re a kismet connection among ND’ers.
SF MY DEAR at #40 & #66 – Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! {{{{BIG HUGS}}}}. I don’t have the right words.. I really didn’t expect this. Of course I know about the Square mag (hey AMY got her copy also today) but for you to go the extra mile to include the LifeStory… [picture me in a puddle]. You see, the LifeStory mag was out of stock already when my friend in CA checked… so I was content with having just Square….Now this It is one great surprise…am perfectly giddy!
TOFAN – Imelda, eh? So you have at least 3K pairs of shoes too just like our infamous former 1st lady?
ON THE 1ST LADY’S OUTFITS – Can’t weigh in that much cos am your basic tees, jeans & sneakers kinda gal. My daughter in fact says am useless when it comes to fashion or anything girly-glamy haha…
But definitely, Michelle’s fashion sense is NOT boring, but still practical, no-nonsense. (Arms & shoulders are to die for!) Her threads have that air of accessibility which I think is so right for the times. Love, love the outfits of her daughters, though!
Good morning everyone! Got to get a very early head start today, so decided to quickly stop by and see if any new pics or vids of David emerged. No such luck, huh?
Soooo glad David got to be part of activities yesterday, but dang it! Whose bright idea was it to invite David to Club Ibiza but to not let him grace the crowd and the new First Family with his soul-lifting “Imagine”?
Now, Brooklyndawn, you know for the next four years (at least) Michelle Obama will be subjected to “the whole style thing.” That just goes with the First Lady territory.
Sometimes, she’s on it, sometimes she’s not, IMO. However, the one thing I absolutely give thumbs up to is, regardless, Michelle doesn’t care and she just goes out and wears her outfit like she’s the fiercest, most fabulous woman out there. Case in point: some of the fashion critics on CNN didn’t care for her gown when they first saw it. Over time, because of her attitude and after learning of her choice of a 26-year-old Asian designer, Jason Wu, they did a 180 on the dress
In other words, like her or not, Michelle is going to be a trend setter. It’s not so much about her having to “live up to the whole style thingy” as it is about the rest of us adjusting to Michelle’s style.
Just on that note, loving Michelle Obama’s “style” already.
Angelica . January 21, 2009 .
Good morning NDers. Had to get up at the unholy and profane hour of 5am to get a ride into work with hubby d/t car in shop. Now I’m sitting here with my office heat on full blast and still have a blanket on my lap cause I’m freezing! Woke up couphing and feel like crap.
Waaaaah!
I need pics of Prince Archeleta at the ball and I need them NOW!!!!
brooklyndawn . January 21, 2009 .
HG, I understand that her fashion style debate goes with the territory. I just don’t have to like it. Even though I must admit, I don’t remember hearing too much about Laura Bush’s style. Maybe because when they ascertained she didn’t have any they just moved on? If that’s the case, I think I wish Michelle the same fate. She should have just turned up in some jeans and an Obama Tee and been done with it.
I do hear what you say about her style, and that is what I like about her, she isn’t going to be a desperate housewife of Pennsylvania Avenue, trying to please everyone she’s fierce, and she knows it.
Having David Archuleta attend any of these balls and not sing was a travesty. In four years for sure….
betsy . January 21, 2009 .
Good morning all.
Angelica, it sounds like you need to crawl back into bed – after you dose yourself with some Zicam!
What a great day yesterday was. I am filled with hope.
SandyBeaches . January 21, 2009 .
Angelica…wow you sound cold!!! I do love the terminology of Prince Archuleta though..perfect…takes him beyond where he should be…time for something new…
Hey there, brooklyndawn! You wrote, “Maybe because when they ascertained she didn’t have any they just moved on? If that’s the case, I think I wish Michelle the same fate.”
Well, I don’t see Michelle sharing Laura Bush’s fate because, as you reminded us, while the former First Lady had no style, our present First Lady clearly does!
Now, fashion style debates don’t bother me. What bothers me is when there is refusal to deal with the sharp wit and intelligence that women like Michelle clearly possess. That’s when the media buzz over women’s fashions get tiresome because there’s more to talk about besides what an intelligent woman is wearing.
I also agree that not having David Archuleta sing at any of these events (apart from the Latino gala ball) is a travesty. Let’s hope he will have a greater impact four years later, as you put it.
I’m off to work, so I’ll catch you all later!
juliebug . January 21, 2009 .
I’m thinking our boy wasn’t there yesterday, guys.
No pics at all? No mention of going there in his blog yesterday? Usually he mentions something if its upcoming that day he’s posting.
There’s also some anonymous poster on FOD that says he flew home to Utah after the Latino ball and wasn’t there yesterday.
Hmmmm….they may be right. Darn.
Off to work. See ya later.
Angelica . January 21, 2009 .
Sandy Beaches, I started calling him that a few weeks ago when someone accused Archie fans of being a cult. Snarkys posted a picture of him on their site with the caption, “Good morning, my people.” Bwahahahaha!!!
So I started thinking of him as Prince Archuleta cause I like the way it sounds. And we who have ODD live happily in Archuletaland, under the benign and benevolent rule of Prince Archuleta.
Freofan . January 21, 2009 .
David flew home right after the Latino Ball — you’re kidding me! And miss being on the Mall for the inauguration?
all4david . January 21, 2009 .
DID YOU GET YOUR “DAILY DOSE OF VITAMIN D” VOTING DONE TODAY? A few daily doses a day will make you feel a whole lot better !!WWW.DAVIDARCHULETAFANBLAST.COM
jackryan4DA . January 21, 2009 .
I was actually concerned about David being unable to attend all the invites to the inauguration cos of the uber steep prices of accommodations. I heard on the news 2 weeks ago that Russel Simmons was flabbergasted by the hotel costs when he was trying to make reservations.
That got me worried that David would skip the whole Ibiza thing altogether, given how budget conscious our David is. If Simmons complained about the prices, can you imagine David’s reaction would be?
Of course, this was before the Latino Gala made news. Since he was to sing the NA in the latter, I suppose the choice which gala to attend was easy to make. And thank goodness he was given a singing assignment!
jackryan4DA . January 21, 2009 .
LITTLEM on #89 – Numbers courtesy of EALBINO:
Streaming chart:
No. 4 David Archuleta – Crush
No. 5 David Archuleta – A Little Too Not Over You
Ending 01/18/09
Album HDD Estimate:
50 DAVID ARCHULETA 19/JIVE/ZLG 9,032
wk 10- HDD estimate of 9,032 + total from wk 9 of 588,559
= Total estimated 597,591 (wk ending 1/18/09)
JR4DA, thanks for the stats, love those plus signs! (And no, not quite up to Imelda’s 3K pairs … still workin’ on it! )
Just received my Square mag in the mail… and it’s an actual square! hahaha And Matt Clayton isn’t just the photographer, he’s also the editor-in-chief, cool. (I wasn’t sure if I’d actually get it cause they didn’t charge any extra for shipping to Canada… maybe it’s the first issue they’ve need to! lol)
And I haven’t seen any photos of John Mayer at the Ibiza ball either, maybe just too many celebs to catch everyone….
ninaf . January 21, 2009 .
Just a note on the NYC “ND’s” dinner – I think I’m the last to comment on what an incredible and almost surreal experience it was to meet, these incredible women, who felt like old friends from the start. (Of course I’ve already met Kizzi & Happy) What was amazing to me was the lack of any awkward moments, as one would typically have meeting someone new. I felt like we never skipped a beat, it was just a continuation and extension of our ND conversations. With that being said, thank you Happy, Orchid, Rapture, River and a special thanks to Kizzi for organizing such a beautiful evening. I can’t wait to do it again!!
Oh and SF – even though you weren’t there, you were there in spirit. It was great talking to you on the phone and I have to meet you sometime, even if it’s not planned around a David event, (although, I would love it to be).
I LOVE ALL MY ND FRIENDS!!
silverfox . January 21, 2009 .
testing
Freofan . January 21, 2009 .
Saw his on Loving Archies:
so my gma lives literally 4 houses away from dean kalin (and im not even exagurating) and they are really good friends with him. so my mom went over to his house to record somthing and she asked him about david, and dean said that over christmas somehow everyone knew that david was gonna be coming home on the 20th and so people went to his house waiting for him to come home and then wouldnt leave him alone. so the archuletas had to rent a house in vegas and spend christmas there. i feel soooo bad. i cant beleive fans would be crazy enought to invade his personal space. i mean serously.
silverfox . January 21, 2009 .
Whew!
I tried to post early this morning from home and couldn’t..thought I’d been banned!
JR..you are very welcome..Least I could for our Internet/cyberspace Guru, cuz you do so much for us..downloads, links, keeping us informed of the happenings in Archuworld..while we here in the USA are in dreamland!
Ninaf #118..Likewise!!
So maybe David didn’t stay for the Ibiza thingy..I find it hard to buh-lieve considering it was for a charity he is interested in. I don’t think “cost” came into play. It was scheduled way ahead and the Latino seemed to be last minute. I was thinking how he was traveling. If he’s flying commercial, what a pain it must be for him so I’m hoping he flew by private plane. Surely for an event like the inauguration Jive let David use their Jet, or AZOFF at least chartered a jet for the trip. Expensive, yes, but think about it..at Sundance til the wee hrs on Sun morning and before we knew it, he was in DC..yup, hope he had a private charter..
Also, I don’t think David asks how much the accomodations are wherever he stays now..maybe he used to but I think he has other things to worry about..like sound checks, or anything to do with his performance. Of course, this is all just my opinion..I don’t really know! David has a business manager who should worry about financial issues I would think.
I really hope he was there last night though!
gotta get some work done now..before I get canned!
Later! ( but I may not be able to log on from my home computer! ).
jackryan4DA . January 21, 2009 .
Saw this posted at snarkies: “…so our buddy at the l.a. times, richard rushfield (i consider all people i fangirl my buddies ), shared with us pertinent tour info — 1. solo; 2. national; 3. 1,000-2,000 seat venues; 4. some places ai tour skipped, lalala — to be announced SOON.
SO WHEN IS SOON? according to some posters at notingdavid, jeff said the tour would be sometime in feb./march, soooo…say it starts mid-feb. — OBVIOUSLY after his mardi gras appearance, of course — runs six weeks to the end of march. we should be getting tour dates, like, now….”
FREO on #120 – That is so sad… for the family to flee its home to find some peace during the holidays. Don’t they see how much David gives of himself already during performances, meets&greets, autograph signing, etc? Don’t they realize that the guy needs a break? The family needs some quiet time? I feel bad about this.
Thanks for the photo link jkrn4DA. I hope they aren’t planning on keeping her as back up. He sounded better with male back-up from his band and she WAS a bit over zealous. Maybe she was trying too hard but..eh.
What a shame about his Christmas at home being ruined by fans. I know he would have liked to sleep in his own bed for a change instead of the constant hotel rooms. Things will never be the same for David and family. He’s paying a price and so are they. The rude papparazzi are one thing, but for fans to act that way is just disrespectful and no way to show the love.
SandyBeaches . January 21, 2009 .
Several times nearing Christmas, he was asked during interviews about where he would be for Christmas…and he said with family and friends…David hesitated probably to compose in his mind something that would keep people away…I noticed he was vague…Then, during the holidays we really did not hear from him much except for the picure at the pool…Vegas???
It was not hard to tell that someting was going on and when you don’t hear you wonder…
Never will people understand all that David has done…because basically there are only a few caring people who are not out for the joy ride…
There are many fans without regard for David and his family…fun at anyone’s cost…So, hopefully the new era of Obama and his family will instill in the youth that self serving is not so cool…and that is also for others besides the youthful fans,,.
Wasn’t it in Utah that people talked all the while he sang??? Too many people in Utah know where he lives and this begins the downside of his successes…
This is part of the time for change concept..
marlie7 . January 21, 2009 .
SB: What picture at the pool?
mommuzboys . January 21, 2009 .
Rae #80 I’ve been thinking about your comment regarding what it is that us NDers have in common. I too was bummed I couldn’t go to dinner Monday night to meet with others of “my kind”. Posts like Rapture #36 “feeling alone in our ODD”, Kizzi #39 “sharing deepest thoughts, loves, fears and we trust each other”, Happy #50 “we all think alike whether we post or not” and Orchid #95 saying that “for some reason David has given you confidence all make me feel like we’ve got a great connection here. I am so on my own outside of the ND family. No one at home sees, hears and feels David like I do, nor do any other family or friends of mine. I have been teased and made to feel like something is wrong with me. To avoid eye-rolls, face contortions and head shaking I have to resort to listening to the voice in earbuds or only when no one is home and I have to check ND covertly too. This absolutely sucks for me. How wonderful would it have been to meet for dinner and enjoy the company of others who feel like I do. So, I wonder, what is it that’s the common thread? I know we all love the voice, he’s pretty to look at, we love his personality and respect his values. He’s a too-good-to-be-true complete package of a human being. But what is it about us? What is it about David? Am I just at a place in my life where there’s a void he’s filling… A reconnection to music, a lesson on how to treat people, humility, being positive, lyrics that touch my soul about faith, hope and love, working extremely hard at something you’re passionate about, being yourself even if it means being a little dorky, spreading joy and respect to others always. There are tons of things David does that touch my heart I could go on forever. When I first saw him on TV at his audition singing “Waitin On the World to Change” my first thought was he can sing. Then when he sang Heaven I loved his voice and I noticed how his smile lit everyone up. Was it what he was singing, how he sounded singing it or how he made me feel when he sang. It was all three. Imagine blew me away. I’ve never physically felt lyrics or a song before. The rest is history…ODD I just find it inexplicable that there are people that hear David sing and don’t feel what I do. I am so grateful that there is a place I can come and feel validated. It’s comforting. I look forward to the day when I can meet fellow NDers at a time that is right for me (hopefully soon)
Freofan . January 21, 2009 .
Yes, what photo at the pool? Maybe you mean the one when he was petting the dolphin during Idol?
Kizzi . January 21, 2009 .
mummuzboys127:
I have to choose who to speak to about my ODD. My family has adapted and it did take them awhile as this is completely out of character for me. I do have a daughter and 2 granddaughters who are David fans and both daughters watch AI with their kids and hubbies every season. However, they have never experienced maximum strenght fascination with any AI contestant.
I think that my family initially reacted because it is so out of character and because it brings me a measure of joy that is new territory for me. I pretty much explained to them early on that it was my hobby just as they had their hobbies that I supported and I expected their support–sometimes they tease me but no more than I tease them about their hobbies. The biggest adaptation for them was that it was so out of character–and it is–and I make jokes about myself sometimes like my new years resolution that I wrote about a few threads back. I also make jokes about them and they make jokes about me so all is fair!
I’ve also spoken to my colleagues and even converted some to appreciate David’s music. They tolerate my interest as I also tolerate their various interests and musical interests is a fun discussion to have with anyone.
What is so fabulous about this David fan journey I have embarked on (I laughingly say I was “abducted”) is that the people I meet who have ODD are cut from the same cosmic cloth as I. It is always like meeting someone I have known forever. There is beauty and joy in sharing this David fan journey. We are the lucky ones!
{{{{Hugs}}}} to you – and know I am here anytime you need to share. Or you can email me at kizzix2008@gmail.com.
mommuzboys . January 21, 2009 .
kizzi…thank you
olemr2001 . January 21, 2009 .
From snarkyarchies:
David will be performing at Clearview Mall in Metairie at noon on Feb. 15.
silverfox . January 21, 2009 .
In case I can’t log on from home…I just have to say one thing..we all have been at a loss to explain why we feel the way we do..why we feel a kinship, why, when we meet each other we are so comfortable with each other like we already know each other…why we all love David the way we do.
Why? well, why is it so hard to believe we all may have known each other AND David in a previous life? Or maybe, we didn’t KNOW each other, but we all Loved David in a previous life..
Look, I know it sounds really crazy, and most of us don’t or at I didn’t use to, believe in “such nonsence” but more and more I’m starting to believe in the possibility….I mean the kid is 18..has a glorius voice, sure..and looks great..but I’m a grown woman, and so are all of you ( and men too ). I’m too old to be so OTT over a teenage sensation…who makes me feel like a teenager myself. And BTW, my kids know how I feel about David..and they are very ok with it cuz they see I’m happier than I’ve been in years. My sister & I share our ODD..but I’m a little worse..although she had a severe bout of ODD for a while..She’s calmed down somewhat..I think though, that she will seriously consider committing me when she reads this post..
But until someone comes up with a better explanation for all the WHYS? this is my answer for myself..and it’s strangely comforting to me.
And it’s ok if all you beautiful women who have said in the past that you would like to meet me, are changing your mind now…but really, I’m just trying to find answers too, so judge me to harshly, ok?
Maybe I need a doctor?
Gotta get home now..
Later ( I hope )!!
silverfox . January 21, 2009 .
I meant DON”T judge me too harshly!
BYE-BYE !
Joner . January 21, 2009 .
MOM #127 – ODD can be frustrating at times can’t it, especially when something exciting happens for David and it’s all you can think about and all you want to talk about. I know.
I’m fortunate to have friends that let me babble on and on about him, but it’s not the same as talking with people that feel the same way we do.
I’m slowly “converting” friends so as to widen my circle of “confidants” LOL but in the meantime, it’s nice to come here and share the love of this talented young man.
In the process, I feel like I’ve made some amazing acquaintances and now have an extended family with all the crazy, quirky personalities of a real one.
We challenge one another, we tease one another, we surprise one another, at times we irritate one another then forgive one another and we support one another. We laugh, we cry, we shake our heads at one another, we worry, we hope, we pray, and we bake brownies.
Yep guys, looks like you’re stuck with me, cuz I love this place and I’m not leavin’!
mommuzboyz #128, “what is the common thread?” Boy, if that isn’t the million dollar question! lol Maybe being an Aquarian (and usually Spock-like in my logical nature), I’ve asked myself that many times. It is so unlike me to go overboard like this… defies all logic.
There is a common thread, though, and Kizzi’s right, “It is always like meeting someone I have known forever.” I find it’s also a bit like wandering around a foreign land and finally running into someone who speaks your language.
Whatever that common thread is, I wouldn’t trade it for anything. Nor any of you, for that matter….
Abrra . January 21, 2009 .
Seeing as we all seem like old friends due to our love of David…….Anyone willing to set up a Ventrillo or Skype server ? Voice chat FTW. Cost is minimal and can be shared by all. I don’t know how to set one up, but I use Ventrillo when I play WOW. Its simple and just a mouse click away. All you need is a mic and speakers or a headset.
Just throwing out the idea.
Abrra
refnaf . January 21, 2009 .
mom#127
(((hugs)))
All I know is that I have never “felt”music before… I owe so much to David… He just brings joy… It’s so nice to know we are all in the same “boat”.
TOfan “wandering around a foreign land and finally running into someone who speaks your language.”
Amen!
Kizzi,I so wish I could have been at the dinner you organized…I’m sure it was a blast and my plans for this year include meeting more NDer’s (that includes you SF)
rauha . January 21, 2009 .
Tofan, your statement ‘I find it’s also a bit like wandering around a foreign land and finally running into someone who speaks your language.’ is so true. My daughters know I am crazy about David and his music but not the extent of my ODD. There is really no one around that I can talk to about it. My husband really isn’t interested.
Two of my little grandchildren love David too. One is 4 and the other is 2 and when she sees my computer always asks to see or hear “Dabid Letta” So far I have not been able to see David live but hope to when he tours. In the meantime lurking here is the best.
Joner . January 21, 2009 .
Abrra – I checked out that Ventrilo software for voice chatting. It sounds cool!
Refer to my post #134…specifically “at times we irritate one another”. Oh..Oh…
You don’t know how I can talk…unless the software comes with a roll of duct tape that the rest of my fellow ND family can slap over my mouth, I fear this could cause friction in “the family”…they may want to disown me.
Seriously though, how cool would that be…I mean, that we could all “talk”, NOT that you would “disown” me!
jackryan4DA . January 21, 2009 .
TOFAN, your statement ‘I find it’s also a bit like wandering around a foreign land and finally running into someone who speaks your language.’ THIS.
We probably should consider putting up our own country, then? Tee-hee
JR – thanks for the blog link . . I like how they referred to him as an AI GRADUATE rather than the other stuff they say . . although I would still rather have him introduced as THE VOICE and not have anything said about AI . . oh well . . it’s a step in the right direction.
mommuzboys . January 21, 2009 .
you all are so wonderful, you know exactly how I feel and you all articulate it so much better than I do…I’m just in awe
SandyBeaches . January 21, 2009 .
Am I a bit snobbish..because what is David doing singing at a “mall” where people shop/? That kind of mall…to entertain shoppers? Tell me I am wrong please…
SandyBeaches . January 21, 2009 .
marlie7…and Freofan….In regards to the question of “what pool?”…the one that is behind him in his Xmas blog…don’t tell ne I was seeing things?
SandyBeaches . January 21, 2009 .
Comment #3..in a row…I think that rascal has given up on us and he thinks that we are all somewhat nuts…He gives us a new topic to keep us quiet for awhile…and so on…
mamasaun . January 21, 2009 .
SF #132 – I loved how you put it all . . I think you are exactly right . . we knew each other before and David isn’t young enough to be our son or grandson – we’re all the same age . . I like that idea
You are too hard on yourself . We love you! No judging here.
BTW – did you read the list I wrote of all the reasons I love you and who you are? I know I’m not alone in my list. (It’s on the last thread close to the end)
SandyBeaches . January 21, 2009 .
comment #4…because no one is here yet…See how my avi goes so nice with rascal’s background…now I am snobbish!!!! Our sweet pooch in the pic. is going to the Potomac in the spring…over 3,000 labs at the biggest labrador retriever show in the world…now I will tap dance…tap..tap..tap…what else can I do until someone arrives?? I guess I will go and watch…drum roll…AI8!!!! For a laugh I guess this early…
SandyBeaches . January 21, 2009 .
mamasaun…I bet I am one of the oldest…and I really don’t know how that happened…getting so old and everytrhing…but really i will never be old…never!!! Poor David if we all arrive together at a concert…I just can’t…. imagine…
mamasaun . January 21, 2009 .
SB – haha – I’m pretty old too, but when we talk about David I don’t feel old
juliebug . January 21, 2009 .
Sandy – “Am I a bit snobbish..because what is David doing singing at a “mall” where people shop/? That kind of mall…to entertain shoppers? Tell me I am wrong please…”
Just remember, he’s doing this for the radio station. He NEEDS the radio stations. He’s taking care of business.
SandyBeaches . January 21, 2009 .
juliebug…explain to me how that works please…the radio station etc…
SandyBeaches . January 21, 2009 .
I am serious about this question as well…what is DC involved with these days? Was he at any of the inaugural functions? I have heard very little about him…
archiesfan4life . January 21, 2009 .
Kizzi – I wanted to let you know that I just sent you an email regarding your idea.
SandyBeaches . January 21, 2009 .
archiesfan4life…ooooh…love those roses and babys breath!!!
juliebug . January 21, 2009 .
Sandy – Basically he plays nice with the radio stations the radio stations play nice with him and play his songs. The radio stations play his songs, people hear his songs. People hear his songs, people buy his songs. People buy his songs, we get more of his songs in the future. Simple.
No one is too good for kissing (self-censored) when you have to. Business…. He can be as artsy and principled as he wants but he’s gotta take care of business so that he’s GOT a business to take care of. It may be his passion, but it’s also his career. It’s how he wants to earn a living. So he’s gotta treat it like a business.
If he doesn’t, then he’ll need to look into a different career and treat his music as a hobby. He needs to be able to support himself and a family someday. You can’t usually do that with a hobby. So…business.
haha!
silverfox . January 21, 2009 .
mamasaun…You are the sweetest lady! I love you too! And I look forward to meeting you someday soon!
SandyBeaches..The “concert” at the mall is FREE..and it is exposure..I doubt David will do a complete set, Crush & ALTNOY..possibly Angels or ATM.
I’m hoping we get a TOUR schedule real soon, with details like is he solo or is someone opening for him. Obviously, by the way David is talking about it and calling it “MY OWN TOUR”, he will NOT be opening for anyone else.
Also, after his Senior Dance on Saturday..I expect to hear about more radio interviews/appearances promoting ALTNOY & his TOUR, he has to promote his tour!!
BTW…I”m a SENIOR..why can’t I be David’s date??
juliebug . January 21, 2009 .
Sandy – DC and his band are in Iraq with the USO. He’s starting a tour of colleges in mid-February.
juliebug . January 21, 2009 .
SF – ahahaha!
silverfox . January 21, 2009 .
At least I’m a SENIOR when I go to the movies and to KROGER’S on Wednesdays..the only time I’ll admit to it!
juliebug . January 21, 2009 .
SF – you should ask David for a senior discount to his concerts. hahaha!
archiesfan4life . January 21, 2009 .
SB #154 Thanks! Yellow roses are my favorite!
SF #156 – hahaha!
Abrra – now that I am not doing 6 things at once, I realize it was your idea that I emailed Kizzi about – sorry about the confusion – multi tasking is just too much anymore
Joner . January 21, 2009 .
I’m really curious as to who pays for what after you sign a record deal and hire a manager.
Just to name a few of the expenses:
Travel – Airfare, cabs, limos, etc.
Accommodations – Hotels, etc.
Meals
Recording studio fees
Music producer fees
Songwriter fees
Musician fees for studio recordings
Musician fees for tour performances
Promotional/Advertisement fees
Promotional Materials
Website Design and Maintenance
Photographer/Artwork for Album Design
Actual production of CDs and/or file for downloads or distribution to radio stations
Personal Stylists
Booking agents/companies to book concert venues
Who’s paying for all of this stuff? I heard that David got some sort of an advance but he was responsible for paying the recording studio and producer fees before his profits kicked in.
After a brief search I came up with this, but I’m still confused:
Does anybody understand all of this? I’m really curious.
Abrra . January 21, 2009 .
Ventrillo works easy. Once you have it installed you can set up a push-to-talk key ( I use left CTRL). You can’t be heard unless you hit your push to talk key. That way folks won’t be talking over each other. It’s kinda like a CB. You can hear all in the room and you jump in with your comment when there is a lull in the conversation. Also you can adjust the volume for each person (screen name) in the room. Some may sound too soft or loud when they first come in. Anyhoo I have found it to be a virtually free long distance tool.
Cost is monthly and based on the number of users you think you’d need at any given time. It’s about $1/per person per month, give or take.
It’s possible to have multiple room created to spread folks out or maybe some wasnt to duck in a room for a fast private comment. it’s a pretty functional program all around.
Abrra
emmegirl08 . January 21, 2009 .
joner 134 – ditto to everything
juliebug 155 -”taking care of business”
Agree – It is a tough business, and you gotta do what you gotta do. There are politics in every business.
sandybeaches – Think of all the fans he will gain after they see him perform live!
fandaforever48 . January 21, 2009 .
silverfox#132 – you are way too funny. I loved your comments about ND/ODD – esp. the “……OTT over a teenage sensation ……..who makes me feel like a teenager myself.” YIKES! I thought I was the only one affected like that. My hubby has even asked me If I was infatuated with DAVID. Not sure that’s it – it’s just that his voice has given me so much enjoyment (and then some……..).
mommuzboys#127/rapture#36 – I too am alone with my ODD at home. I am the brunt of many jokes around here. My only ally is a 3 1/2yo grandaughter who lives on the opposite coast. One of my daughter in laws (mother of grandaughter fan of David), two nieces and my oldest son tolerate my ODD. The rest think I’ve lost it. Although I rarely post, I check (sneak) in here at least once a day unless I have no access to the internet. I also travel no where without my ipod/zunes and have gone through several pairs of earbuds and have 3 CD’s (one for my car, one for player in kitchen & one for emergencies). I can’t explain how much this ND community has helped me. Just that it’s been very therapeutic to be able to find others who feel the way I do about the VOICE. In fact, “Desperate” (David’s song) pretty much explains how I felt BND (before ND) . Since then, there have been so many days that I needed a boost and I would come here & listen (yeah, I meant that) to happy, tofan, beebee, joner and silverfox partying. Laughter is such a great tonic and there always seems to be plenty of that here.
Another thought – recently got a fortune that said somethin, somethin to the affect “all you really want in your life is peace”. Then I received a flyer from Brighton (jewelry & purses) about their peace campaign. I bought this cool bracelet with charms – one has IMAGINE on it. This in addition to being addicted to David’s Imagine at the Holiday of Hope Tree Lighting video. He sings it with such emotion that it brings me to tears every time…….you may say I’m a dreamer but I’m not the only one. For me, this is his message (you know how he loves to sing a song that has a message) to me. Truly believe one of his missions is to bring peace into our lives. Not necessarily World peace but peace to everyone he touches. And then if we were to follow his example…….. Yesterday would have been perfect if he were only able to sing that at one of the inagural events. Sorry, I did ramble (and probably made no sense either).
mamasaun . January 21, 2009 .
fandaforever – You made perfect sense and I can totally relate to what you are saying. There must truly be something in our DNA that connects us together through our love for David and his music. All can feel loved here.
Joner . January 21, 2009 .
Juliebug #157 – I’m not trying to be a jerk, but that Iraq visit has “Idol” written all over it.
Wanna make a bet they use footage of that visit when Cook appears on the show this year?
I’m stopping here before I get myself in trouble…;)
emmegirl08 . January 21, 2009 .
joner – yep, 10-1
SandyBeaches . January 21, 2009 .
I realize that David will have more fans after his tour but he has many many thousands after his idol tour…I guess that I feel he is in the big time and reducing that to mall singing is not where he could be if someone latched onto him and teamed him up with some of the other greats…Did Taylor Swift or the Jonas Brothers or maybe even Miley sing in small venues like a mall or for free?? Maybe they did and I need a little more history on the other young ones…someone grab on to him please and keep him from such places…
I will tell you where I am coming from with this…Here in Canada, we had a great Canadian Idol singer…Kalan Porter…he was the winner…made the news headlines…everyone went crazy…called him the Little Prince…he was awesome…Then he started to sing in malls…ouch…his new found stardon started to die down,,,fade for him…small venues…I just am nervous to see this for David that is all….I’ve seen how it happens…
silverfox . January 21, 2009 .
OK guys..I’m gonna confess..I have to, cuz I can’t stand it anymore
I am watching American Idol…Yes..Only cuz the auditions are in Louisville..then I’m done..although there were a few good ones that are goin’ to Hollywood, there’s not one that is like my one & only IDOL, David The Voice. But there was one little girl who had me in tears, though..
Anyway..as I said I’m done with AI..so please, David, don’t ask me to watch! Please!
cutter12 . January 21, 2009 .
Add me to the list of ODDers who have to suffer in silence. I wish there was someone close who I can discuss my feelings with, but ,alas, its not meant to be. Well at least there’s always the internet.
Silverfox #132- lol on your attempts of trying to make sense of the whole Archu-universe. I loved it.:)
Speaking of ODD, I ran across this song, It predates David’s AI experience, but I think several of you can relate to the lyrics, haha. It’s performed by Nellie McKay and its called
“David”
Look at you you’re young
Havin’ so much fun
Gonna be a star
Blah blah blah
And click there goes the phone
I don’t wanna know
What my
Horoscope’s predicting
Just pour me a drink
Cuz I need a kick
I don’t wanna think
I just wanna sip
[chorus]
David don’t you hear me at all
David won’t you give me a call
Waitin’ here not makin’ a sound
David come around
Mister bushie says
I’m your president
I have lots to say
Hey hey hey
And click goes the remote
There you have my vote
Catchin’ the next boat out of here
Just pour me a drink
Cuz I need a lie
I don’t wanna think
I just wanna die
[chorus]
David don’t you hear me at all
David don’t you hear through the wall
Waitin’ here not makin’ a sound
David come around
[bridge]
Chaos pervades the world outside
Days offer spades of hurled outcries
Gone is the fair and five and dime
But he is there
He’s so fine
Listen to her play
Has somethin’ to say
Even has a rap
Clap clap clap
But click there goes the lid
Sorry ’bout the fib
I ain’t got a grip on nothin’
Just pour me a drink
Right outta the can
I don’t wanna think
I just want my man
[chorus]
David don’t you hear me at all
David dear I’m just down the hall
Waitin’ here not makin’ a sound
David come around.
Joner #162, I can’t seem to post links here anymore, but if you go to the Entertainment.HowStuffWorks website and search for “How Music Royalties Work” there’s some eye-opening info on Advances and Recoupement for recording artists.
JR4DA, “our own country”? yesss. Can it please be somewhere warm? Can our official language be singing?
SB #171, Kalan Porter may be a cutie but he ain’t no David Archuleta (sorry, Kalan). When Avril Lavigne had her first CD, I remember that she performed in quite a few malls — it’s that whole teen marketing thing, unfortunately. Didn’t seem to hold her back though, right?
cutter12 . January 21, 2009 .
ok! have I used my alloted space in the previous post? Three times I tried to post and 3x its disappeared……
silverfox . January 21, 2009 .
Normally I would not do this…you know, make you drool, or anything like that..but this photo was posted at FOD, so it must be OK…I just think it’s a hilarious photo..but the link may be “forbidden”, you know how they’re so obsessive about their photos..
SF – It is “forbidden”, but if it’s the one of David in the bed, I saw it too. I can’t believe he felt comfortable having that picture taken. Actually, I felt a bit uncomfortable just looking at it. It’s just not “him”…
silverfox . January 21, 2009 .
Joner…Do ya think he sleeps in his sneakers & fully dressed??
If he was partially dressed..or even in just a tee like the Matt Clayton photo and sitting on a bed..that would not be like David…I think?? Actually some of the Album photos were more, way more suggestive than this little ole photo..He’s not even “posing” suggestively. I just wonder what he was thinking : lol :
silverfox . January 21, 2009 .
My laughing smiley didn’t show up..maybe the smiley didn’t think it was funny either…hahaha!
SandyBeaches . January 21, 2009 .
Tofan…I know you are correct about Kalan..basically I thought that David didn’t need to keep doing what needs to be for the teens…I wish that other ages had more importance then the teen thing…
I always thought that David was different from all others and it would not be the same train track for him…he is so on a track of his own…ou see that is how I have David built up in my mind…..
SandyBeaches . January 21, 2009 .
David is just too good to sing in a mall because millions already know him and love him…he is not just being introduced…maybe things will be different…Step it up a notch managers…David is the best you will eve rhave so treat him like the awesome guy he is ….
silverfox . January 21, 2009 .
I was wondering where some of the other regular posters were tonight, then I remembered..AI and LOST on TV..I DVR’d LOST & will watch it this weekend.
Sandy..you worry too much..relax! David will be fine! He has an angel on his shoulder..and he has US, his true & loyal forever fans!
Good night all..for David The Voice…
Dear Lord, Though we are unworthy to ask,
Please take Care Of David. Watch over him, 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 and guidance to say no to those who ask for more than he can reasonably give. Surround David with loving and supportive people who love him UNCONDITIONALLY as we, his ARCHANGELS do. Separate David from those who have agendas other than for his well being. Give him rest when he’s weary. Give him stamina to sustain his hectic pace. Give him assurance when he feels doubt. Give him joy when he feels sad. Cloak him always in your protective arms. Keep David healthy & strong as he fulfills his Destiny which was written in his Book of Life before he was born.
Though we may be unworthy, we humbly pray.
Amen.
Sweet dreams! Be safe & secure in our love always! Take care. You will always be numero uno in our eyes! Thank you for all you do and for just being you!
CONTIGO SIEMPRE CON AMOR!
Hope we don’t have to wait too long before we hear from David again!!
SandyBeaches . January 21, 2009 .
silverfox…I will not worry…he does have his angels…how could I forget…? Til tomorrow then…
Sorry, I’m butting in after not following every comment today. Caught just a few about the mall performance in NO. Isn’t that one for a radio station? He’s still having to work at getting airplay, I think. Schmoozing with the stations. Too bad that’s necessary, if that’s what’s happening, but radio deejays aren’t known for being forward thinkers.
ebonyangel . January 21, 2009 .
Hello everyone,
Re. the mall performance. If you go to this link on Idol Forums, it says that David will appear at the Clearview Mall WITH Jesse McCartney. There’s no mention of either of them performing. There’s also mention of how well ALTNOY is doing on the local radio station there. My guess is that they will both probably sign a few autographs and give some “shout outs” to the crowd.
How do you try to explain something that for a year has taken over a big part of your life? What is it that keeps me focused on David at ODD moments throughout the day? My thoughts are never very far from him. I have asked myself what ODD is, and like so many others, have come up with no definite answer. The people in my life like him and appreciate his voice, but don’t experience what I do when they hear it. The only answer I can come up with is that, when I heard The Voice, something inside me that was asleep, awakened. Something that has been asleep for a long time sat up, and opened its’ eyes and ears and KNEW that voice! And still, everytime I hear it, I go all euphoric and it’s just a deep, deep bliss. No one has touched me like that, on that level. He fascinates me, this awaker of my soul. My fascination has led me to discover that this Voice is driven by a young man of such virtue and virtuosity, such passion and intensity! The way he talks about his love of music; the way he pours himself out in his song till there’s nothing left, except him standing, spent and exhausted on the stage. The way his eyes glow at that moment and his smile lights up the whole room. This much I know… something sacred in me loves him so very much. Something profane in me loves him too. Not gonna lie. I can’t help it if the awaker of my soul also happens to be the utterly, magical, beautiful seducer of everything else. And now, to quote REO, “I’ve said too much; I haven’t said enough.
Thanks for clarifying, ebonyangel. I guess that’s what I get for finally trying to limit the number of blogs/forums I visit. I’m out of the loop!
ebonyangel . January 21, 2009 .
Kait, Idol Forums could be wrong re. the mall concert.
If you go to the B97 FM website, they state that David and Jesse will perform together on Sunday, Feb 15. Details are forthcoming. While not as talented, Jesse is much more well known than David. I think this gig will be lots of fun for them and the audience.
Angelica #184 – Beautiful post. “…when I heard The Voice, something inside me that was asleep, awakened.” Yes.
My first fumbling image to describe the experience of hearing his voice was something like a funnel of energy coming at me. Something pure and strong and true inside of me connected with that Voice.
Perhaps as the lovely SF has said, we knew each other in a past life. For me, it is more that I am remembering what I am. I am connecting with my true self. Yes Angelica, for me too, this feels like an awakening.
When I met David, I said that what I appreciated about his music was that he goes to the deepest meaning of music, and connects hearts and souls. That this transcendent soul is housed in a person of such beauty and compassion, well, it’s all just too much. I discovered David last May, and literally, there has not been one day since then that I have not listened to his voice.
See – this is why our family and friends don’t “get” us. This is waaaaay too weird to share with the “unconverted” haha!
smanda . January 21, 2009 .
Liz – how in the world were you composed enough to say this beautiful thing!?!?!
“When I met David, I said that what I appreciated about his music was that he goes to the deepest meaning of music, and connects hearts and souls.”
I want to see him again so that I can say something coherant. Will you come with me?
And the rest of this–>
That this transcendent soul is housed in a person of such beauty and compassion, well, it’s all just too much. I discovered David last May, and literally, there has not been one day since then that I have not listened to his voice.
So well said. Me, too.
davidfanLIZ . January 21, 2009 .
smanda – Yes, let’s meet David again together. I must admit that I agonized over what I would say. And I practiced it haha!!! And still had trouble getting it out!!!
I would love to meet you sometime.
mamasaun . January 21, 2009 .
Do you think the reason it’s hard to talk to David is because it’s so hard to express in words what he and his music have done to us? . . or For us? I just can’t find the words . . many of you have expressed my feelings so beautifully, but the expressions are pretty long some times, just because they embody so many feelings. . and I don’t think there’s time to say all of that in a brief meeting with David. That and the tongue tied thingy.
Hi Samanda!
smanda . January 21, 2009 .
Liz- I was so afraid that I wouldn’t actually get to see him when I so much wanted to that I didn’t want to jinx it by being overly prepared. (writing this makes me laugh!) My kids were there, and also my best friend who is a Cookie and thinks I am slightly certifiable. When I arrived at the buses in SLC, I suddenly realized that I am an “old girl” and when David looked at me he was NOT going to see my radiant soul, the soul that loves him so much, he was just going to see my old body. I was such a mess, I didn’t even have anything reasonable for him to sign! All I could do was ask to shake his hand and as soon as he did, I blurted out, “Love you!” and for just a moment there, he looked at me and I think he DID see the soul that loves him so much. It was incredible.
Haha – I have the feeling that I am going to be a little old lady in her rocking chair, telling all the nurses this story!
I would love to meet you, too, Liz. In fact, I hope we all get to meet somewhere, someday.
smanda . January 21, 2009 .
Hi darling mamasaun -
I HAVE met mamasaun and you know what? The minute we laid eyes on each other, we knew each other’s hearts. Quite incredible!
LittleM . January 22, 2009 .
Where has Rascal gone??
brooklyndawn . January 22, 2009 .
About David performing in malls…..I know we all think that David is incredible, and he is, but he can’t bypass the dues paying route. He must do the grunt work, he has to do the sweat equity.
Many in the industry see idol as a short cut, and are envious of it. So in order for David to have the credibility he wants and deserves he must earn it, and having a gorgeous voice is just not enough. The whole radio thing is imho a form of legal payola. You have to give them a certain amount of attention because that is how you get your message (music) out.
So why we may think he’s above it (it would be a mistake, i think), it would be only if he wants a limited fanbase. If he is to expand he will play every festival, mall, and county fair he can.
mamasaun . January 22, 2009 .
smanda – “that’s what I’m talkin’ about” . . kindred spirits! love you!
Nite all Sweet dreams . . .
rapture . January 22, 2009 .
Good evening (late night) to you all. I’m just here for a quick drive by. It’s midnight and I still have to finish prepping for tomorrow’s classes – midterm exams next week! (I’m administering them, not taking them! lol) Anyway…
Abbra #136. I love your idea about the Skype (I watch a lot of Oprah!) but unfortunately, I would not be able to participate in such a plan! My ODD is definately a covert operation at home here with my family. Hooray for the silence of the internet and earbuds! – Virtually undetectible! There’s just no way I could be having a conversation with people out in the open! Still, I hope you get it to work out for whoever can participate!
JR #140:
Thanks for the link to that video. The screen shot of David (frozen on the screen) before you actually click “play” is just devine. He is really glowing. I wish that “play” button wasn’t right smack in the middle of it!
Also, JR to answer your question from the last thread: “No, there are no photos from our NYC nD gathering.” I don’t think it occurred to anyone of us to bring a camera or take pictures.
SF #174: So where on FOD is this hilarious photo you tried to link? I got the “forbidden” message. I have gotten that often. How is it that you can view it, but it comes up FORBIDDEN for me? Please help if you can.
MOMMUZBOYS: I have lots to say to you regarding your comment on the other thread about not being “able to find the words to explain where you’re going and why” to your family if you wanted to join the NYC nD gathering.. I see I missed you earlier and I don’t have the time to articulate right now the way I’d like to (got to get to that midterm review material!), but I will at my next opportunity! Till then… peace.
rapture . January 22, 2009 .
ps I love my avi. I’m going to have my daughter show me how I can add color!
betsy . January 22, 2009 .
Mommuzboys and all-
There is not one person in my life that knows the extent of my ODD. Of course they know that I love his music and listen all the time. (more than they know!)
But I always have at least three tabs open. Here, facebook and Snarkys. The minute I hear someone coming up the stairs to my home office, I quick switch to my facebook. My youngest son has seen all of these sites – the others… not so much.
Many times he comes into this room with his guitar and just sits on the floor and plays to me.
When I hear that, I turn it all off and just listen.
But when I fall asleep at night, David is still in my head.
That voice. I can’t help it.
davidfanLIZ . January 22, 2009 .
smanda – Loved your “I was a mess” story. Remember that when SF met David for the first time in Lexington, she literally could not say ONE word. I was there with her and can confirm this story!
(And the nurses are going to love ALL of our incredible stories haha! Thanks, you gave me my laugh-out-loud moment tonight.)
betsy – I too have a guitar-playing son that plays to me (although he’s grown and lives on his own.) Sweet!
marlie7 . January 22, 2009 .
Angelica, davidfanliz and smanda,
Discussion about what draws us to David – I have thought about this so much, too. I think the term “transcendent soul” really describes what I see in David. I have had some pretty woo woo thoughts about him since around the time he sang Imagine.
Getting risky here, but I think he has a serious role to fulfill in his life. I have no idea what it is, but the very fact that he can draw strangers together, instill peace in the hearts and souls of so many, and encourage a change in behavior and intent in others is enough to make me believe that. It may be just to be a leader in his field, to provide a role model for others to follow.
I see the same kind of charismatic and empowering qualities in Obama, a leader for our time, a man of integrity and strength who has brought a nation back together.
Are there others out there? Souls whose role it is to bring people together for good in many and varied walks of life? I would bet there are and they are emerging all around us. Musicians, politicians, physicians, teachers, writers, managers, community volunteers.
They share some common attributes, and it isn’t an accident that they all possess a certain beauty, both physically and psychically. And I suspect it’s also no accident that they are emerging now.
Oh guys- I’m hearing rumblings that that picture was snitched from a private photobucket and never meant to be released. Can it be taken down? It feels like David’s privacy is just being invaded right and left.
smanda . January 22, 2009 .
PS – It’s not the picture I am concerned about – its just the privacy thing.
Bebereader . January 22, 2009 .
Rae #80 Your post, about whether or not we all have something in common is so intriguing to me because I’m very analytical too and try to figure out a mystery until it’s a mystery no more. All I know is that when you hear David’s voice, it changes you forever. I believe there are angels among us and David is a perfect example of one. He has given us so much enjoyment but most of all he’s given us a feeling of peace. There’s something about the sound of his voice, and I believe I even feel it when he speaks, that creates a peaceful glow. For me, his voice alone, and the euphoria it brings is enough for me to stay a fan of his. But there’s so much more. There’s his integrity that is rare in someone his age; there’s the way he talks about his family and friends; there’s his infectious smile, his facial expressions and his intelligence; the way he smiles when he finishes singing, his good-naturedness and the uncomparable angelic glow in his eyes!!!!!!!!!!!!! ****Sigh****
Back to the Sundance performances for a bit..You can really tell how good-natured David is when, during a song, fans desperately offer their hands for David to touch and he so willingly and without hesitation touches their hands in the middle of a song, over and over again. Not only is he good-natured but the doesn’t miss a trick.
mamasaun #191 To answer your question: “Do you think the reason it’s hard to talk to David is because it’s so hard to express in words what he and his music have done to us?” Definitely! I haven’t yet had the pleasure of meeting David in person but I’m certain that I’ll have a very hard time talking to him. Maybe I won’t talk; I’ll just watch (ogle) from the sidelines as everyone else gets a turn! Nooooo! I will never forgive myself. All I really want is to look into those angelic eyes in person and maybe say one or two words and if I’m lucky, touch his hand. Is that asking too much?
I was a mess the other night because my daughter said she’d be home at 9:00 and it was 11:00 and she still wasn’t home. I knew she had to take three friends home so she had three stops to make but still it angered me because it was a school night. I had to calm down. I flipped on my ITunes, heard David sing ‘”Barriers”, “My Hands” ands “Somebody Out There” and by the time my daughter walked in the door, instead of giving her the riot act again, I hugged her, so glad she was home and safe. The power of THE VOICE.
I keep remembering Dolly Parton’s comment when she coached David for her song “Smokey Mountain Memories”, one of my favorite Idol performances….
“I really think he has THE VOICE to become a great great singer…”
She knew.
jackryan4DA . January 22, 2009 .
Hi everyone! Another crazy day.. don’t have time to post much… but want to share this — I think it’s the buid-a-bear song LET’S TALK ABOUT LOVE
Sometimes i wonder,
What i’d be when i grew up,
And then i remembered,
It was anything i dreamed of,
I could be a poet or a singer,
Or i can be a scientist,
But before i make that decision,
Let’s talk about my list,
Let’s talk about love,
Let’s talk about peace,
And living in perfect harmony,
Let’s talk about hugs,
And let’s talk about ways that we can share,
Let’s talk about you, let’s talk about me,
Let’s talk about how we can be one big family,
Let’s talk about love.
Sometimes i feel like,
I want to give my friends a call,
To tell them what i am dreaming,
And everything i want,
I want us to be a little closer,
And to always reach out a hand,
To be kind to on another,
And always understand,
It’s all about love,
It’s all about peace,
And living in perfect harmony,
It’s all about hugs,
It’s all about ways we can share,
it’s about you, it’s all about me,
It’s all about how we can be one big family,
It’s all about love.
Bridge:
La la la la la la la, la la la la la, la la la la la la la,la la la la la,
Everybody has a heart,
Everybody has a smile,
Let’s wrap a bow around each one,
And give it away in a…
Oh dear! A Build-a-Bear song with “magic rainbows” lyrics? Why do I feel a Rascal Rant post coming (if he has the time to compose one, that is)?
That’s one venture I believe dear sweet David should have passed on. If his peeps didn’t even try to get him on the Kids Inauguration Ball roster (where he could have been serenading two of his most important voters from last season – Sasha and Malia – alongside Miley and the Jonas Brothers), then they most certainly could have skipped the Build-a-Bear thingy too. JMHO.
However, I totally agree with what Brooklyndawn said: “Many in the industry see idol as a short cut, and are envious of it. So in order for David to have the credibility he wants and deserves he must earn it, and having a gorgeous voice is just not enough.”
This! This is why I believe TPTB changed their enthusiasm from supporting David initially to backing Cook. I believe last season the franchise showed their hand – they were clearly looking for “street cred” so promoting a more mature, entertaining and talented “bartender” who’s “paid his dues” traveling the grunge bar circuit helped them look like the show has “grown up” past their cheesy image of “cutesy pop stars” (isn’t that one article said?). Having David as the AI Winner would not have given them “street cred.”
Ignorance, if you ask me. Because don’t tell me, had David been crowned American Idol Season 7, that 19E wouldn’t have had David Archuleta up front and center at everything and everywhere important in Washington. Like performing at the Kids Inauguration Ball, at the Youth Inauguration Ball. Trust me when I tell you: if David were the American Idol winner (and not runner-up) he would have been singing at a major ball where the President and First Lady were in attendance (i.e. Jordin Sparks singing at the Commander-in-Chief Ball).
What did they have Cookie do during this hugely important event? (Someone wanted to know upthread.) He was singing overseas for the troops. I see for all their support for Cook as their winner, they’re still relegating him to “paying his dues.” Don’t get me wrong. Singing for the troops is a high honor. But during the major Inauguration Balls going on in D.C.?!
Still playing up Cook’s “street cred” I see. If David were the winner and not runner-up, do you really think they would have had him doing something similar during the Presidential Inauguration activities? I think not!
AI really screwed themselves on this one.
Good morning everyone!
silverfox . January 22, 2009 .
Good morning!
Everyone can breathe easier today..the bed photo that made everyone uneasy has been removed at FOD..
Personally, I just thought it was funny..saw nothing remotely uneasy about it..It was part of a photo shoot..taken by a professional photog, not a friend or family member in his own room. I don’t think David would have agreed to it if HE thought there was anything inappropriate about it. I think it’s everyone’s reaction to it that’s making it controversial. making too much out of a silly photo.
The respect I have for David has not been diminished at all cuz of this photo. At any rate..it’s been removed, only to be brought back out at some point again..to cause more fretting & more BUZZ. I don’t know..maybe I’m seeing it in a different way? It’s not even provocative, not to me..the low riders & belt buckle photo was way more provocative, IMO..
SF, I had a late night so didn’t really go through all the posts to see what new developments occurred.
So, what is this “bed photo” controversy that you’re talking about? Dang it, did I miss something good?
olemr2001 . January 22, 2009 .
#183 ebonyangel, From the B97 website:
” . . . you can see BOTH David Archuleta and Jesse McCartney performing LIVE for FREE in a special B97 performance on Sunday 2/15″
Belt buckle photo was more provocative and convincing because I think it reflects some reality. In these weird bed things and some of the clumsy poses in his earlier photo shoots he looks like he sort of checked out until he convinced the photogs to move on.
I am surprised FOD would post it. As a fan of David, I would not have.
SandyBeaches . January 22, 2009 .
HG…all makes wake-up sense to me…Those are the real reasons why things happen…never for a moment do I believe that AI relinquishes the final decision of the winner to the fans…I said before that is why they made such a great fuss over DA the night before the final show…They know who is great and don’t want to appear like they are stupid on the subject…David has been paying his dues for as long as he has been singing and taking himself places such as to the fire stations following 9/11…What he has done before stardom is his early payments on his later dues…his caring and giving cancels out all of his dues that really are a croc of whatever you want to call it…we will call it beans…
David’s dues were paid at each of the 53 concerts this past summer when he gave hope to many discouraged, showed how one can genuinely care and on and on…he has many followers who are waiting for the powers that be to treat him as he treats everyone…and they need to pay their dues and pay up pretty fast…and put him in the front row of singers where everyone can continue to see and hear him…Ah, it is the long and winding road all right…When you are in school and you are amazingly bright they let you skip grades as far as your intelligence takes you…the same should be for anyone with amazing talent and abilities…
HG…the bed controversy is a ridiculous picture taken by a photographer who had something in mind that he did not achive…David was sitting on the edge of a bed looking towards the camera…stupid pictures are probably snuck into the photo shoot so that they can have something different to possibly sell if the time is ever right…
olemr2001 . January 22, 2009 .
#186, 211, 183 ebonyangel – Sorry! I see you already found that link!
SandyBeaches . January 22, 2009 .
ebonyangel…I was thinking of another picture…the one you just showed was unfortunate for David to have ever been shot…
WhatJustHappened . January 22, 2009 .
I know I’m late to the party, been away for a couple of days, but hope I can still unload….
Re: The common thread the ODD’ers are clinging to:
I think it’s the thread of hope for a kinder and more human humankind. As a kid on the cusp of becoming an adult, he used THE VOICE as the ‘supermagnet’ to make us see all the things we gave up on at times as life fed us disillusionment.
He embodies, the joy of living and giving, loyalty, trust, true peace with what is, finding the positive in everything….he breathed life into all the cliché’s. Yet he’s very human, plowing through this fame thing, trying to draw his boundaries, working hard to learn his business and work his voice. Making mistakes and moving on with spirit and support from everyone. He commands respect by respecting others. He earns unconditional love by loving others unconditionally. He accepts others with their faults like everyone would accept him if he had any faults. Lol (Making sure I don’t get worshippy or anything).
I am sure David could write a 4-5 minute song like Desperate, or Stranger in Moscow over one minute’s worth of angst (like when he said he finally started to believe in himself then *poof* the vocal cord thingie). But then he moves on, quickly, and the human dramas in life are never allowed to scar his soul. He keeps right on singing….hope, faith, contentment, whatever. And since many of us are tone deaf, THE VOICE does this for us. He awakened in us this need for a kinder world and this is what we see in each other. Vastly different in our religious, political, social beliefs, age, lifetstyle, etc.. we want to transcend these labels and just be and be there for others. And we find each other.
Note: I am not one of those who think he is some holy being. I believe he is a rare young man who has discipline and conviction and sees what really matters in life. He reminds us of a better us.
*shuts up and logs out before fined for rambling*
SandyBeaches . January 22, 2009 .
There is no fine for rambling especially when they are all worthy comments…thank you for that…thank you for the reminder of all that David cares about…now can someone remind the people who work supposedly for him??
SandyBeaches . January 22, 2009 .
My beliefs…Just as Barack has emerged to lift up the people so has David…
SandyBeaches . January 22, 2009 .
I believe that David did meet President Obama…that moment would have been a wonderful picture if one had been taken…
archiesfan4life . January 22, 2009 .
brooklyndawn #195 – regarding your comment about playing events like fairs – last year the Jonas Brothers played at a summer fair venue not too far from where I live. They did create quite an uproar (with screaming tweens), but it was a fair nonetheless. I do not know much about how these things work, but I just thought I’d share this.
WhatJustHappened #217 – beautiful post – I loved all your comments!
SandyBeaches . January 22, 2009 .
HAPPY ANNIVERSARY DAVID !!! With all the BELLS AND WHISTLES !!!
Fanblast had put together a tribute to David on the anniversary of his first apperance on AI…his first appearance that has led to stardom…the videos are all there…click on each one and have a trip down memory lane…The next picture holds the question…where is David going now???
SandyBeaches, what I would give for a photo of President Obama and David together! Sigh.
Thanks for the reminder of his 1st year Anniversary. Yay!!!
For me, however, I’ll be doing a personal celebration on February 19, the 1st year anniversary of “the first time ever I saw” his face…
On the “controversy,” you’re right. That bed photo is ridiculous and the kind of shot I could so see TMZ blowing up when they want to report on a David story that was incongruously salacious. Unfortunate image is all I say…
Off to work now. Have a great day, everyone!
Joner . January 22, 2009 .
Wow, to think it was just around a year ago that David started broadcasting on a frequency that could only be received by special individuals.
….don’t you all feel, um, “special”?
SandyBeaches . January 22, 2009 .
According to Fanblast he made his first appearance on tv…one year ago today…
marlie7 . January 22, 2009 .
WJH#217 No, David is no Holy Being. But there is something going on – a Renaissance of humanity, and he is, along with President Obama and others, a person who’s spirit is recognizable by others who long for change and for deeper meaning in the world. Yes, we LOVE the voice, but if David sang the way he does and was a “playa”, we wouldn’t be nearly so taken with him. It’s his inner spirit that competes the package.
The extreme reactions to both that bed shot (“too risque/grown-up”) and the Build-A-Bear song (“too childish”) indicate the expectations building for our David even from us, his most ardent fans.
It’s no surprise reactions are strong, given that we all want only the best for him. But maybe presuming we know what that is puts even more pressure on him. Dunno if that makes any sense.
Angelica . January 22, 2009 .
Sorry about posting that picture of David on the bed. I said re, forbidden, not because there was anything wrong with it, but because you got that if you clicked on the fanblast link. I heard was not unusual for them and pics they post on their site if you’re not logged on.
I personally don’t see anything wrong with the photo. He posed for it, after all. He is fully clothed. If it bothers many of you though, I will certainly contact Rascal and ask him to remove the link. Let me know.
On a brighter note__I’m going to see David at the mall in Metarie on February 15th!!!!!! I’m so excited!!
marlie7 . January 22, 2009 .
Angelica #229 ACH! I’m so jealous! Have fun and report back! (vids?)
Fanblast is slightly wrong — David made his appearance on the Idol TV show one year ago today, perhaps. But I saw him on Star Search years ago. So technically…
Can’t wait for that tour schedule. Or the Build-A-Bear song. Or the next sanctioned picture or sighting.
smanda . January 22, 2009 .
(((((Angelica))))))
My issue with that pic is just that it was hacked from a private photobucket and posted with no one’s permission. All kinds of wrong.
Angelica . January 22, 2009 .
So, shall I ask the Word Guru to remove the post? I would like a show of hands for who wants it removed. If a lot of you do, I will ask. Didn’t mean to offend.
Tess . January 22, 2009 .
Me thinks that David’s fan community is going a little overboard with deciding what is right and proper for David, what is too young or too old, how he should be presented, what should or should not be available for viewing on the internet, etc.
David is not a Saint, he is not the second coming, he is not the moral center, he is not the perfect representation of American youth, he is not an idol to be worshiped and adored.
David is an 18 year old young man who has chosen a very difficult and visible career path. He, and his parents, have chosen individuals and organizations to help promote him to the public and get him name and face recognition. Somethings work out well, others fall flat. His choices will never be perfect, there will always be pitfalls and stumbling blocks. His choices may not be his fan’s choices but we should support and respect those choices. Every picture David poses for, every situation he places himself in, every song he sings are choices, some good some bad.
We need to accept all of the good and all of the bad that flows in cyberspace. It is there for anyone to find or access. Uncomfortable pictures or statements flow freely and that is part of being a public figure.
I have a real hangup with all of the pictures and videos where Jeff Archuleta is a prominent fixture in the background but I have to come to terms that his being there is David’s choice. Would I not post a link because this makes me uncomfortable? I hope not!
silverfox . January 22, 2009 .
This from B97 regarding David’s appearance on 2/15..
( David will NOT be performing )….
B97 presents David Archuleta and Jesse McCartney LIVE during Mardi Gras!
Look for David riding with the B-Krewe in the Krewe of Ceasar Parade on Sat 2/14! (see route below) Can you imagine? Getting tossed a pair of beads from David Archuleta?!?!
Jesse McCartney will be performing LIVE for FREE in a special B97 performance on Sunday 2/15!
Location: Clearview Mall, 4436 Veterans in Metairie (website)
Time: 12pm
No tickets are required! It’s a Free-B Performance!
No age limit! Open to anyone
Note: David Archuleta will not be performing at Clearview Mall on 2/15. Keep listening to B97 for details on how you can win a chance to meet David only from B97!
peru . January 22, 2009 .
A voice from the chorus (i.e., a regular lurker) speaking here:
#233 Angelica: My vote is to keep your picture link there. It is a good looking, fun and clean picture. IMHO if it is removed, it would fuel people’s curiosity and suspicion as to how the picture was “inappropriate”. The effect could be far more negative.
#234 Tess: 100% in agreement with you. Give David room. Redirect him if it were something totally utterly undoubtedly wrong. I do not think we have seen that yet. (But I do agree with Smanda re: permissions)
I was reading David’s Life Story with my 10 year old daughter last night. She said, David got all As in schools, right? I was like, yea, until AI, and he got one B. And she said, “That’s still very good.”
And then, we flipped to the page where he was holding a stuff animal dog, and she went, “oh, this is so cute. I could rip the page off.” It was the first time I heard her talking like that. And then she said, but my favorite picture was the flowers one. So we kept flipping, until we came to the one that David was smelling a bouquet, with eyes closed. Again, she went, “I wish I could rip this page off.”
I don’t know what I am trying to say here. I guess I was just happy that some David’s picture made my daughter happy. That moved me. I guess, sometimes, certain things may not work for some people, but may work for others, so it is still all good.
Sorry for rambling. Back to lurkdom.
Angelica . January 22, 2009 .
SF, Oh crap! I just went to the B97 site after reading your post and saw that too. I called to the Clearview Mall manager and asked her about it and she was shocked! She said she just posted on their site this morning that David WAS going to be performing and wanted to know where I heard that. I told her where and she is going to check it out and call me back.
archangel48 . January 22, 2009 .
Happy #50, I know it’s a ways back…but, you gave me goosebumps when I read it! There’s just something totally awesome about this ND group! Those that are “out” all the time, and those that “lay-low”! There have been many hours of great times! I have now completed my first week of college!!! I’m so super glad that I decided to do this. I honestly believe I could be a professional student! (yeah, I hear ya, it’s only my first week. Ha! Ha!) David has prompted many of us to do good things with our lives. He has my sincere gratitude. I will always and forever “have his back”!
silverfox . January 22, 2009 .
Angelica…Twas not you, my dear, who “offended”,
twas I !!
It was posted at FOD..David’s main fansite..they thought it was OK..apparently it wasn’t.
I’m just glad David was comfortable enough to do the
Guitar hero in boxers! Otherwise we wouldn’t have that great video!!
Freofan . January 22, 2009 .
It doesn’t matter to me if the photo link is taken down or kept up. I thought it was an innocent pose, and if anything, he looks awkward and a little goofy with a lopsided grin on his face. Whenever I see that photo, I always hone in on his shoes on that white comforter cover — it drives me crazy!
marlie7 . January 22, 2009 .
It doesn’t matter to me, either, if the link stays. It doesn’t offend me to have it there or see it. Even if it has sexual undertones, so what? I agree with Frefan, those shoes on the white sheets just slay me LOL!
I know people get uncomfortable with either talking about David as sensual/sexual, or talking about him as though he is the Messiah. He IS sensual, and he ISN’T the Messiah. He’s a human being with a remarkable spirit, and with all the potential problems and mistakes every other human has to deal with.
Avoiding David’s sexuality is taking away a part of him that is real. It’s like saying Obama can’t give his wife sexy looks or whisper in her ear on the dance floor because he’s President. HUH?
silverfox . January 22, 2009 .
Freofan…That’s just it..he does look dorky-funny.
Some of David’s poses in some of his other photo shoots are so much more “suggestive/seductive” than this particular pic, but I guess it’s the “bed” prop
that’s in question…I don’t get it, cuz it’s not HIS bed..it just looks like a big joke to him!
Maybe it’s time to just drop it…there’s more very important topics to discuss…like where is the dang
TOUR SCHEDULE!!
Joner . January 22, 2009 .
Yes! Where is that dang tour schedule anyway????
Angelica . January 22, 2009 .
Thanks you guys for the feedback on the pic. Didn’t really want to bother Rascal anyway cause he must be really busy. It shall be dropped. Just as soon as I say, “shoes on sheets FTW!” I am an artist and like the time-honored juxtaposition of incongruent things together. Like shoes on sheets, David on a bed…the huh? factor that is intriquing and fun. OK, it’s dropped.
Still waiting to hear back from the Clearwater Mall. What a bummer if he won’t be there. Just when he was gonna be a whiff and a whisper up the road. Well, a four hour drive, but what’s that when it comes to David, I ask you?
SandyBeaches . January 22, 2009 .
I have been moving on to something we want and that is the tour schedule…I have just been doing a search for it and of course came up empty handed…back to work…sleepy time of day…pepsi anyone??
ninaf . January 22, 2009 .
I think all this commotion about the “bed” photo is so funny. Just like what Freo and Marlie said – I cannot even look at the photo because of the shoes on the white comforter. All I want to do is scream at him, like I would to my own kids, “Please get you shoes off the bed!” LOL
Kizzi . January 22, 2009 .
Yay for the topic change. Someone had a suggestion earlier to have a regularly scheduled verbal discussion. That is a great time to discuss individual anxieties and our mutual ODD.
I expect bumps in tar road….that is called life experience and teaches much and is the most savory part of learning!
djb . January 22, 2009 .
Tess~#234~ I agree … David’s choices are David’s choices…we have to respect that he is choosing what is right for David and the career path he has chosen.He is no pushover by any means. I do believe he knows what he has to do and what is right for him.Each decision is not necessarily going to be the one each and every one of his fans would make but those are not our decisions to make, they are HIS. With the wide age range his fanbase encompasses, not everyone is giong to agree with some of his choices .And this is OK..Everyone is entitled to their opinion which is why ND is such a joy to be part of…Many voices with many different views on David’s decisions..He is doing what works for him,big events or small, we have to remember he is 18 and we are not…sigh..He does seem to be having a blast doing what he loves..We all want what is best for David and that is what is most important. His true fans will “have his back” no matter what and be with him all the way on this journey he has chosen. …And I think we are some of his true fans..Don’t mean to sound like I am preaching..JMHO…..
smanda~I do agree 100% with the privacy issue…David gives his fans so much and it is a shame some are not respectful of the one thing David has asked for..Some privacy…
ninaf . January 22, 2009 .
I agree with Tess about how prominant Jeff is in the picture, and I don’t just mean photographs, if you know what I mean. Don’t get me wrong, I like Jeff! I’ve met him twice and I truly believe he is a caring and wonderful father, as well as a good person….but you can’t tell me that he, if only in a small way, isn’t living vicariously through his son’s life! He himself was a musician and probably never reached the fame that David has, or more likely, David will have. Who wouldn’t want to feel what that is like?
Please don’t throw tomatoes at me!! LOL . I just feel that if he wants to be supportive, like a father should be, then stay on the sidelines, like Lupe and the rest of his family. I know that he’s David’s co-manager, but I don’t see anyone hanging around from Azoff’s office, or, in the back of the stage from where David is performing, so that everyone who is in attendance at the concert could actually see him.
Sorry about the rant!!
silverfox . January 22, 2009 .
ninaf #249…many of David’s fans feel the same way. What I’ve noticed is that it depends on the venue as to how visible Jeff is..ie..NYE, very visable (on stage)Sundance, very visable (behind stage)..
Latino Inauguration, none..so much so that fans fretted about David being “alone”. On the other hand, I would have loved to see Lupe accompany David to that event.
I think now that David is 18, Jeff will try to stay out of camera range more..I hope so anyway, since Jeff is no longer traveling with David as his guardian, but as his Manager..
erin4david . January 22, 2009 .
I can truly say this because I’ve heard it myself, David makes his own decisions. He has say in everything and he has his own ideas about his music and the direction it’s going. Jeff has played a huge part of David’s career and has sacraficed more than anyone will ever know. He is a very successful business man and a very good musician himself. He is only a very proud father and not living through David. He is very involved in the music side of the management and sound and making sure everything is the best for David. I was very lucky to see David and Jeff together and how loving both of them are to each other during David’s rehearsal.
ninaf . January 22, 2009 .
SF – I hope you are right! I just feel that David will have a harder time being taken seriously, as an adult performer, if his father is always around him.
Anyway, it really doesn’t matter what I think, or what anyone of us thinks for that matter. This is all up to David. It’s his life and career and he has to do what he thinks is best, even if it means having his father taking a more prominant role in his life than what the rest of us are comfortable with. We all at ND, will support him no matter what.:)
mamasaun . January 22, 2009 .
This opinion probably won’t make me very popular, but I think Jeff is right where David probably wants him. Whenever David talks about what is important to him, he always says “family” first. I think (just my humble opinion) that this will always be a bit of a “family affair”. I think Jeff will be involved, as well as Daniel, Lupe . . and everyone eventually. That may not be what would propel David to huge stardom (like Brittany), but I’m not sure that is his goal. He loves to sing. He loves to move people with his music . . he will do that with or without family. I think he is choosing to do it with his family . .
And as long as I’m being “not popular” . . I must say, I cringe every time someone compares David to Obama. To me they are Worlds apart . . but I am praying for Obama and hoping he is real . . I’m just not convinced yet. Sorry if that offends – I know most of you are Obama lovers. And I’m not usually negative or skeptical . . I just don’t trust him yet. He has to prove himself to me with more than words. I hope he does.
That being said, I must add that I love, love, love the fact that the US has moved past the racial stuff – that took WAY too long. Peace . . no tomatoes please . . JMO
mamasaun . January 22, 2009 .
Hi Erin! Nice to hear from you! {{{hugs}}}
silverfox . January 22, 2009 .
Erin, Hi!
I have ALWAYS felt that David was more in control than people gave him credit for so I’m not surprised
ninaf . January 22, 2009 .
Thanks, Erin…that makes me feel better. I hope I wasnt misunderstood.
I didn’t mean to say that Jeff should stop what he was doing in his support of David and his career. Nor that his knowledge of the music industry wasn’t an important part of the management of David. I do believe that Jeff’s influence on David in all areas of his musical career is necessary. And, their love and respect for one another is very obvious – for it’s an intergral part of David. I just wish Jeff would be more in the background of things when the media is around. It’s not Jeff, as much as the perception of Jeff in the public eye. For me, it doesn’t matter. I love David unconditionally..
marlie7 . January 22, 2009 .
mamasaun #253 No offense taken here, even though I love Obama – I think your tentative approach and need to see in order to trust is practical and rational.
erin4david . January 22, 2009 .
Hi SF & mamasaun! let’s just say, David is a typical teenager and has his own ideas and has a huge part in his career, Jeff has been a guide for his career, but David is in control.
erin4david . January 22, 2009 .
ninaf, Jeff doesn’t mean to be in public eye, he’s there because of the management part of it, that’s all. Doesn’t matter, I know David wants him there, and when David doesn’t want him there, he tells him.
Freofan . January 22, 2009 .
Ninaf, I agree with you. Jeff wanted a music career but his own father (David’s paternal grandfather) sat him down and talked him out of it, telling him that he could never raise a family and have that kind of (touring) life. I think it’s a human reaction that Jeff is living at least through some extent through his son.
Joner . January 22, 2009 .
From Snarkies..
private show in florida?
The Big Ape is bringing American Idol’s David Archuleta in for a private show.
Secret time, secret location…in fact, we can only tell you it’ll happen in the near future.
Your ONLY chance to get in this private concert is if you’re a Big Ape Insider.
Once you’re signed up to be a Big Ape Insider, keep an eye on your email inbox Thursday, January 29th for the exclusive link to enter.
If you want in on this, you MUST be signed up as a Big Ape Insider no later than 5pm, Wednesday, January 28th.
This is in Jacksonville. Source. Thanks, AmandalovesDavid from IDF.
silverfox . January 22, 2009 .
Sorry..didn’t mean to submit yet..
Erin..I’m not surprised in what you said. And please don’t misunderstand what we are saying..There has never been any doubt that David has a very loving relationship with his dad & the rest of his family..The sacrifices they all have made have been enormous and not many families would have been able to do it. That has never been in question.
I have never met Jeff but everyone who has, has only good things to say about him. Most likely, even if Jeff was not his manager, David would still want him to accompany him whenever possible. We know that’s true.
Unfortunately..It all comes down to ” Image” (hate that word, when it comes to David). And being taken seriously by the “business”.
mamasaun..No tomatoes at you, not here, never! Everyone has a right to an opinion..David’s words!
juliebug . January 22, 2009 .
Ninaf -
” I know that he’s David’s co-manager, but I don’t see anyone hanging around from Azoff’s office, or, in the back of the stage from where David is performing, so that everyone who is in attendance at the concert could actually see him.”
I see this all the time. People say this and also that you don’t see other singers with their managers visable.
I’d like to say that we do not know that, do we? Do we even know what Azoff’s people look like? Or other singers managers look like? Would we recognize them from some other Joe Blow standing around. Would we recognize them from some security or staff or errand boy/girl or a media person?
The only difference is that Jeff is known…to US..his ardent fans. We know what he looks like so we spot him. I’ll bet many people who watched AI don’t even remember what Jeff looks like, especially if they were not a DA fan.
And all those millions out there who’ve never heard of David don’t have a clue what jeff looks like, do they?
silverfox . January 22, 2009 .
What is “The Big Ape” , and why & how did the big ape steal our idea??
I really don’t think fans are going overboard when they think a photo looks “inappropriate” (whatever that might mean for some) or if he cuddles teddy bears or sings about them. It’s called being preoccupied with David and, therefore, being invested in what he puts out to the universe.
Just like we, as fans, would right praise a new CD from him (or criticize it if it doesn’t live up to all his potential), why wouldn’t we do the same for any other public expressions that he puts out (photos or performances)?
This “we need to accept him just as he is” spiel goes without saying. As David-obsessed fans, we already do. But, among fans, this certainly doesn’t translate into never being critical or engaging in over-the-top gushing about him.
Random David moment: My mom just sent me an email with the subject line “Northern Lights pics” and I immediately thought, “How did she get pictures of the Albany Jingle Jam?” hahahaha
But the pics (of the actual Northern Lights, lol) do remind me of David: They’re magical, joyful and light up the darkness.
Sorry guys, off-topic there….
stenocruiser . January 22, 2009 .
SF 264 – here’s the website — I know you’ll want to join the Apes!
Juliebug – And I wonder how many managers go out and interact with the fans one-on-one like Jeff does to the point that they develop their OWN fanbase!
silverfox . January 22, 2009 .
mamasaun..you said…
“I think Jeff will be involved, as well as Daniel, Lupe . . and everyone eventually. That may not be what would propel David to huge stardom (like Brittany), but I’m not sure that is his goal. He loves to sing. He loves to move people with his music . . he will do that with or without family. I think he is choosing to do it with his family . . ”
Even though I think I am David’s “#1 unconditional fan”,
(like we all do)..I sometimes hope he doesn’t become the HUGE superstar..Don’t know why exactly, maybe for many reasons. I know he’s worked for so long to be able to bring his music and THE VOICE to the world..and it’s his destiny. And he will stay grounded as long as he has his family backing him. I guess it’s a selfish thing I’m feeling cuz it’s kinda already happening..more & more we are having less & less contact with David, as we all knew we would. As his star grows, he will either be busy behind the scenes or will just have to get “away” from everything including “us” just to have some peaceful, quiet time with family. Which we have been experiencing a lot lately..We miss him terribly if we don’t get something from him every day.
I don’t know if I’m making sense..pro-buh-blee not cuz
I don’t know how to explain how I feel about it. I just know he’s fulfilling his destiny and there’s no stopping what he is meant to accomplish. I just want David to be as H A P P Y..as he makes us.
And I have posted plenty of opinions that have been unpopular..so be it
juliebug . January 22, 2009 .
Joner – that is true. However, I don’t think that would have happened if he hadn’t had to be guardian more than manager at first. And I don’t think that it’s detremental to David’s career. And it’s only the really, really avid fans anyway, it’s not that extensive. And I think we’ll be seeing less and less of Jeff as time goes by and David feels more comfortable on his own. I think he’ll continue as co-manager but won’t be travelling with David as often.
I know you all disagree, but I don’t see the long term problem here. And, no, I’m not a member of the Jeff “fan club” anymore than I am of anyone else in David’s family.
Just sayin’…
silverfox . January 22, 2009 .
Oh..so The Big Ape is a radio station..OK, then.
I thought another David fansite stole our idea! I was ready to put on the gloves..(cyber-interactive boxing gloves!).
So..is everyone gonna become a member of the APES? Or am I gonna be the only monkey in the group?
rauha . January 22, 2009 .
Where does one go to sign on to be an APE?
valbraz . January 22, 2009 .
Juliebug # 263
The media knows who Jeff is and they won’t miss an opportunity to criticize his ubiquitous managing style. If this is really David’s choice, then Jeff must sit with David and help him see this is not good for his image.
Joner # 269
Well said! I find all the fangirling for Jeff quite disturbing. What’s up with that? We’re fans of David.
mommuzboys . January 22, 2009 .
SF you are truly a riot. You make me laugh out loud and I thoroughly enjoy your sense of humor. I said before I look forward to meeting fellow NDers and you my dear are at the top of my wish list
djb . January 22, 2009 .
SF~LOL..you have gone NUTS ! or is it ..bananas.. over David..you may be the only nut close enough..geographically that is of course to go APE…but weren’t you lookin’ to go incognito..haha.. go for it !!
juliebug . January 22, 2009 .
Valbraz – OK. Still don’t think it a long term problem. But, OK.
I’m done commenting on this topic.
SF – Do you like bananas? haha!
djb . January 22, 2009 .
SF ~ I am no psychic BUT..I see a new avi coming from you…no monkey business though!!!
silverfox . January 22, 2009 .
djb…well, you all will just have to wait til I get home to see my new avi..
And have them bananas ready!! The things I do for David, The Voice!!
Gotta get home..see you later!
djb . January 22, 2009 .
SF~>>>has gone APE<<< add this to the many reasons you are so adored…..
Kizzi . January 22, 2009 .
HG265: I am interested in exploring your perspective further.
I don’t have many moment to moment anxieties about David. Errors are part of the learning curve of life and are actually the highlights and many bring growth and are highly savored. Not only do I expect bumps in the road, but I think they will be extremely interesting on multiple levels (of course I was the type of mama who was eager for the day her babies were ready to leave the nest so they could soar and know their own power and humanness.)
What I am trying to assimilate is why it is OK to lay out our personal fears and anxieties about David on a blog?
Angelica . January 22, 2009 .
Just talked to the Clearview Mall manager in Metarie. I was so looking forward to seeing David there as planned. She had just this morning posted the announcement on the mall internet site that David would be there PERFORMING with Jessie McCartney at 12 noon. She was shocked when I told her B97′s site said David would not be and said she would investigate and call me back. Anyway, it turns out he won’t be performing at the mall but Jessie McCartney still will, but they will both be performing a mile down the road outdoors at 4:30pm. She finally told me, “this is what it is. David’s dad did not want him performing at a mall.”
Why is it OK for him to perform on the street outside and not in a beautiful new mall when Jessie McCartney still is, and he is a bigger name than David right now? I’m bummed but still planning on going to the outdoor event at 4:30, but I want some confirmation on that too. There was to be a Meet and Greet of sorts for B97 winners to meet with David and Jessie and David will be at the mall for that, but only Jessie will perform there. I am dismayed.
Freofan . January 22, 2009 .
Interesting info about the mall! In some ways, I can totally see Jeff’s point if this is the direction of his thinking. I think that performing at a mall has bad connotations of being cheesy and amateurish. I think “Tiffany” of 1980s’ fame who got her start singing in malls. I know there are very nice malls, but that is the perception that I have, and I think that some other people may share it.
Also, (I think that Joner would back me up here), Jesse McCartney is nothing to write home about. In fact, his Chicago performance was awful to both of us. A lot of posing with sunglasses, dancers, and thin and off-key singing. David is much more organic, doesn’t pose, and is in a totally different league. I would say that even if I was not a David follower. I have to say, I agree with Jeff on this one.
What do you all think?
marlie7 . January 22, 2009 .
I’m not dismayed (well, I wasn’t planning on going!) that David isn’t doing the Mall gig. I think Jeff is looking out for him, and that is the choice that fits them right now. I think doing a free Mall performance is, how should I say it, a little beneath either Jesse or David.
Freofan . January 22, 2009 .
marlie, I see what you mean. I don’t agree with everything Jeff says or does, but I can totally see Jeff’s thinking on this one.
I was talking to my husband over dinner about the Mardi Gras gig. Do you think that David knows about the whole beads thing during the parade? I can’t imagine that he won’t get flashed as the float goes by. I’ve never been to Mardi Gras; isn’t that what happens? My husband told me that surely his dad at least told him!
juliebug . January 22, 2009 .
Freo – the way I understand it from a poster on IDF and Snarkies who lives there. This particular parade (there are MANY in New Orleans area during Mardi Gras) is in a suburb and is a “family friendly” parade. No flashing. So no worries. The more risque, shall we say, parades take place in NO itself near the French Quarter. According to her.
Freofan . January 22, 2009 .
Julie,
Thanks for the info! I had no idea there were many parades. It makes sense, as my impression is that the NO parade was very risque, and Jessie I don’t think is very old either (slightly older than David?)
happy . January 22, 2009 .
bananas and monkeys? parades with flashers? pictures of David in bed? dj, that’s material for one helluva tennis game…..oh my, … what a shame I have no time to post…..
mamasaun . January 22, 2009 .
Thanks all for the love instead of tomatoes. I love my ND family!
juliebug . January 22, 2009 .
mamasaun – tomatoes make good sauce, right? haha!
marlie7 . January 22, 2009 .
I’m sorry, you’ll all have to forgive me, but I just can’t help chuckle when I think of David on a float if it WAS in NO in the Quarter. He’d probably die of embarrassment. And you just know some of the ladies would be giving him a little extra flash because he’s so dang cute!
mamasaun . January 22, 2009 .
juliebug – haha – I guess they do . . and I like tomato sauce . .
valbraz . January 22, 2009 .
I share Angelica’s feelings to some extent. I’m under the impression that Jesse is probably more respected than David right now, although David is vocally superior. I checked his acoustic performance of Leavin at Z100 and I was positively surprised. But what do I know?
“And you just know some of the ladies would be giving him a little extra flash because he’s so dang cute!”
And especially because he seems so dang innocent!
Kizzi, you wrote, “What I am trying to assimilate is why it is OK to lay out our personal fears and anxieties about David on a blog?”
Funny question, Kizzi, considering that 1)this is a blog about David Archuleta and his artistry; 2)this has become the place for many ODD fans to dish on any and everything about David; and 3)I’ve been hanging out here on ND for half a year now. Of course we’re going to wax poetic on David’s artistry, his looks, his performances, and – yes – our fears and anxieties about the direction David’s career seems to be taking.
Look. The music industry and the entertainment world in general are treacherous. No matter an artist’s potential for greatness, no matter how phenomenal an artist may be, Image, Management, and Label Sabotage can derail a genuine talent.
So many of us jokingly talk about how cuh-ray-zee we go when we don’t get any David news for a week. Can you imagine never getting any David news for a year? For 5 years? That’s what mismanagement and/or sabotage can do.
That’s why, even when I don’t always agree with Rascal’s posts, I completely understand where he’s coming from when he frets about David (or his peeps) not taking his public image as a music artist more seriously.
That’s why, even when their paranoia takes them to all kinds of irrational places, I empathize with those contingents in his fanbase who immediately become suspicious whenever promotion seems to decrease or when they can’t get his ALTNOY music video on the VH1 countdown or when he has to perform at some mall.
We as his fans know his massive potential. We’ve also been burned because we saw how certain media spin and behind-the-scenes manipulations cost him the AI crown, which doesn’t mean much really – except in those tiny instances where you think, Dang it! I could’ve been watching David on my TV during one of these Inauguration ball events Tuesday night if he had won.
David obviously has dreams for success. He says he’s already living them, and I want him to keep living them for a while longer. I want to hear him on my radio when I’m driving to and from work (not just on my playlist) and I want to see him occasionally on my TV (not just on my pc).
I will be able to make peace with his decision if David ever personally chooses to leave public life, but if others make that decision for him (by mismanaging or sabotaging his career) that is what I won’t be able to stomach.
I’ve always loved this blog for being able to share with other Archies my hopes, dreams (literally), joys, and even my fears and anxieties.
Angelica . January 22, 2009 .
I understand Jeff’s thinging on the mall thing too. It is beneath him. But, all that goes out the window when you lose the chance to see David. I was walking on air this morning. Now I must trod the weary path of disappointment and broken dreams. Woe to me. But I am strong; I will survive the blow. Somehow. sigh…
Anyway, he will be a performing a mile away a few hours later so it’s all good.
Angelica . January 22, 2009 .
that would be….thinking.
Kizzi . January 22, 2009 .
HG294 – Thanks. I have a different sense of this, a different perspecive. I appreciate your taking the time to share your views.
SandyBeaches . January 22, 2009 .
i came in here this morning feeling a bit snobbish about NOT wanting David to sing in shopper’s paradise…THE MALL… but I aired my thoughts…not that well received this a.m….but after a few hours I am happy to see that some others have the same feelings about it..
marlie7 . January 22, 2009 .
SB #298 I was going to comment this morning that I agreed with you but got caught up in my woo woo stuff I’ve got my feet back on the ground. Don’t think I’ll be sharing THOSE thoughts anymore.
I totally get the “snobbish” perspective, SandyBeaches. I’m so with you on this!
Kizzi, I’m curious to hear your “different sense, different perspective”!
smanda . January 22, 2009 .
#241 Marlie – I have no problem seeing David as a sexual being – he is, after all, human! And I feel the same way about the bed pic as ninaf – “Get your shoes off the sheets!” I also agree with whoever said that it was probably a photographer’s concept that just didn’t work because David was utterly checked out during the process. It was a dumb idea, in my opinion.
But my personal burning issue with that picture is that NO ONE was given permission to post it. It was private property. It was literally stolen. Snarkies and FOD both took it down when they realized that. Vote For the Worst is having a field day with it, however (please don’t give them the hits by going to check it out there). I get squirmy and cranky when I feel like David is not being respected. Rascal can leave it up if he wants to, of course. I don’t think its remotely racy or inappropriate – it just represents bad fan behavior on the part of the person who chose to steal it in the first place.
refnaf . January 22, 2009 .
TOfan… Northern lights FTW!!!
I for one am glad that Jeff is so involved in David’s career. I trust him much more than any other management who does not know or understand David and his Talent.
Kizzi #281.. I ask myself this question. When do our fears and anxiety about David’s career path become a burden to him? He needs to do what “works for him” without alot of pressure from all his different fanbases. I am very thankful that we can come here with our concerns but I do not wish for David to “take on” our obsessive concern and over analyzing. He seems happy and as long as he can sing, and I believe that what level of “stardom” he achieves is not that important in the big scheme of things.
I know it has been said that this is a place for us as his unconditional fans to vent and fret and gush!
I love it here. Our mutual love for the Voice is such a blessing.
I am vacationing in Spain (hola) and today spent some time meditating in a 1000 year old monastary with David’s music (Be still my Soul) on my Dpod and a deep sense of peace came over me.
Trust the Archulator.
Angelica… I hope you get to see him up close… he does glow!
I’d be curious to know if Jeff really did kibosh the Mall gig or if it was one of those “telephone game” things where one person says, “Oh, stage-dad Jeff probably said ‘no’,” and then it gets repeated as fact.
Seems odd, considering David does get booked into penny-drive performances at high schools, and M&Gs at taco drive-thrus and pizza lunches. My gut tells me it was either a logistics thing or conflicting schedule (or maybe David’ll only sing in malls with a Target, LOL)…. so sorry for you, though, Angelica!
“I am very thankful that we can come here with our concerns but I do not wish for David to “take on” our obsessive concern and over analyzing.”
Not to worry, Refnaf. David himself says he doesn’t bother to read these blogs. So, he won’t have to “take on” our obsessions.
Kizzi . January 22, 2009 .
refnaf#302 – Hola – Spain is such a great visit. Barcelona is a gem!
I have a sense of responsibility of my written word. Thanks for taking the time to respond.
Adios!
marlie7 . January 22, 2009 .
Tofan, we actually don’t know WHY Jeff didn’t want David to do a gig in a mall, either (if the information is true). This is all speculation. Maybe is wasn’t very secure. Maybe it was a schedule conflict, maybe the acoustics are terrible, maybe David has so much going on at that time he wanted to give him some free time, or maybe it’s early in the morning (David says he doesn’t like to have to sing so early).
refnaf . January 22, 2009 .
I am glad for that HG. I say again I am glad we have this place to do so…
It has been mentioned earlier in this thread how ODD and family don’t always mix either… I do think I would go insane if I could not get my daily fix of David musings here!
Hi TOfan!!!!!!
silverfox . January 22, 2009 .
Hey there everyone!
So.. The mall concert appearance is a no! but the Mardi Gras parade is still a go! and there’s worries that David will get “Flashed” and he will be scarred for life..(how quickly we forget Lady GaGa and the Las Vegas prostitute)
I buh-lieve David is Mature enough to get through it!
I’m more worried about when we’re gonna get the TOUR SCHEDULE!!
Meant to add to #303, Angelica, I hope you realize I didn’t mean that you’re the one who said that but whoever the mall manager talked to or even before that…
And SandyBeaches, I didn’t think you were being snobbish. I had the same thoughts when I first heard about the Seton gig but then it turned out to be so wonderful in so many ways.
Angelica . January 22, 2009 .
About the mall gig. It was scheduled at noon, not early in the am. And the mall manager got her information from B97 I believe who told her what happened. I just checked out the Familygras site that is supposed to be having David perform at 4:30pm and he’s not listed there either on the performance schedule. Jessie McCartney is as well as Gavin Degraw and Sara-space- Barellies. What the heck?
WhatJustHappened . January 22, 2009 .
Mamsaun 253 – Agree with your entire post. But here no one throws tomatoes anyway. When I “‘vent, fret and gush” my whacky ideas, that can be misunderstood, people just move on and ignore me. Thanks ref 302 for the quotable quotes.
Smanda 301 – I tried to say the same thing earlier, but still cannot articulate clearly on a blog.
Ref 308 – I’m not normal. I got to a point where when talking to my kids I would interject something like, “Oh, you know David blah blah blah….”, like he’s a member of our family or something. One of my kids mentioned that there might be something wrong with me. THERE IS! I’ve never seen David sing live. AAARRRGGGHHHH!
ND’rs rock! When is fanvention?
Angelica . January 22, 2009 .
Tofan, I know, didn’t take it that way. I don’t know who is telling who what, but someone is not communicating very well with the vendors.
silverfox . January 22, 2009 .
About no Mall appearance..this is a FREE concert people! David is going on Tour at about the same time or shortly thereafter..Jeff is absolutely correct in nixing the FREE concert idea.
Then again, maybe David will sing a couple of songs Acapella cuz you know..he’s so nice and wouldn’t want to disappoint his fans.
We’ll just have to wait & see..
Now about THE BIG APE…and the private concert..think they’re making monkeys
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How very appropriate, Rascal. A new thread one hour before the swearing-in ceremony of the 44th President of the U.S., Barack Obama. The Star Spangled Banner, perfectly sung by David as the anthem should be sung.
We here in Canada are also watching every moment of this history-making day. God bless America and the new President.
Love your timing, Rascal!
I’m already a blubbering mess as I pull double duty blogging and watching TV.
Great to see this new post, as I’ve been surfing for various inaugural updates.
Looking forward to a longer reflection when you get the chance.
Our little Latino Hunk. Love the confident stance. What a great day for the country! I wish the new President all the best in the coming year.
Back to David James Archulicious. Isn’t he just scrumptious?
God bless America!
Nobody sings the beautiful national anthem like our David. I am praying for this nation today . . and praying for our new president. I hope he can perform miracles . . we need them. May God bless America and the whole world!
I am assuming that David is on the Mall somewhere watching? What an amazing event. I have some friends there right now.
Rascal! Hope all is well with you.
Awwww! I left work in plenty of time to see our new President’s speech and ended up having to have my battery in my car jumped and by the time I got home for lunch I heard the last minute of his speech. Boooo car battery!
I DVR’d it though, so I’ll have to watch it later tonight when I get home.
I wonder where David is right now?
I watched with my mom. She cried throughout the swearing in and our new president’s speech. I saved my tears for after the speech when alone I recalled that my late dad, who was a political nut, (I spent my twenties thinking c-span was his crack pipe) would have been overjoyed. Not that he would have necessarily agreed with all of his policies (my dad was a radical, lol), but he would have loved to think that his generation (he was at the March as a young man, he went with his church group) paved the way for this day, and he’d be right. So I will think of my dad alot today, and all of his generation who fought the hard fight, for all of us.
As for David, he does this song like nobody else. It’s just beautiful.
Congratulations US pax! Am not an American but I teared up just the same while watching Pres Obama’s swearing in. The look of joy and hope in the audience was so palpable during this historic occasion. Am reminded of a time in my country when our 1st female president was sworn in
So I can fully relate!
Now, in keeping with the topic of this thread -
‘Recession Chic’ to Take Over Lots of Fancy Balls in Washington on Inauguration Day?
While the majority of the (maybe) four million people expected to descend on Washington, D.C., for Obama’s inauguration will likely spend January 20th getting shaken down by the secret service, desperately searching for a bathroom, and unable to make phone calls, the Capitol’s celebrity guests will be preparing for one of the city’s 50 inaugural balls, parties, concerts, and after-parties. Though the big day falls smack in the middle of the Sundance Film Festival, former Daily News columnist Jo(hanna) Piazza (writing for the Daily Beast) insists that D.C. is the hotter ticket this year.
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The Recording Industry of America will be at the 30,000-foot D.C. club Ibiza for their party, which is set to include guests like Courteney Cox and David Arquette, Jennifer Aniston, John Mayer, Lance Bass, Mariah Carey, Matthew Perry and American Idol star David Archuleta.
DC is the hotter ticket than Sundance, eh? Amazing that our David was in both! And me liking the description
For the rest of the article http://www.observer.com/2008/o2/inaugeration-parties
Again, to new beginnings!!!!
If this works, my avatar for today is one of my daughter’s art projects, a portrait of our new president made of pennies new and old signifying her heartfelt wishes for change (pun intended as well) in this, her first election in which she was eligible vote.
It is a great day to be alive!
What an exciting day for Americans!
David must feel so proud to be a part of the big celebration. He sure has gotten the opportunity to experience alot of fantastic things at only 18 years old! Wow!
…and can I just say that he does “the suit” thing to perfection.
I mean c’mon, that dark hair of his with the black suit! Guh! He looks sooooo handsome!
I wonder what he will wear to the ball . . can’t wait to see that.
God bless us all..God bless David and the new president
Good afternoon everyone. As Pres. Obama spoke of unity and hope, I could hear David singing “a brotherhood of man” in the background. I hope he and his father were somewhere in the crowd. Better yet, I believe David has it in him to write the “Imagine” for his generation.
Brooklyndawn, my late dad was also a political junkie and would have been overjoyed. I’m glad you got to watch with your mom.
HG, after reading about your dream in the other thread, I kept thinking that Michelle or Hillary would trip on some steps. I’m glad it didn’t happen
“Praise song for the day!”
I bet David was loving the inaugural poem–praise song indeed!!!!!!!!
Good afternoon!
A new day, a new begining for America.
I am so happy that David has had this opportunity to be part of history in the making.
I am crossing my fingers that David meets one of his biggest idols, John Mayer. I think we all know how he must be feeling. We, who went to the AI tour, or the Jingles, or any other appearance know how it feels to be giddy with excitement knowing we would be seeing
OUR idol, David THE VOICE, with dreams that maybe, just maybe we would meet David too! David said he could barely speak when he met Mraz…uh-huh..that sounds very familiar to many of us! He just doesn’t believe he affects his fans the same way.
rascal, Our Word Guru! .. Good vibes going out through cyberspace to you! You have been missed as I’m sure you noticed by the worrying & wringing of hands by your very faithful ND family! Hope all’s well in your corner of the world!
Hi everyone!
What a beautiful rendition of the NA by David! His voice sounds so clear and powerful! Wow!
I’ve been watching CNN’s coverage of Obama’s inauguration. What a beautiful celebration! I wish you all, my American e-friends, all the best! My special congrats to the sistahs here! Haha! I believe I’m a sistah, too, since I’m light-skinned but have African blood too, for sure!
Brooklyndawn and Ebonyangel,
My father was just like yours, passionate about politics, and human rights. And I was so proud to have seen our president Lula together with my father, at church a day before his first election which was equally historical for us – a man of the people, a leftist, from the poor and prejudiced against northeastern region, just like my parents. It was an emotional journey for us and I am so glad to have shared it with my late father. I got my political beliefs and idealistic nature from him – I’m a dreamer, too – and my faith and determination from my mum.
God bless you!
I forgot to say that I can hardly wait for Wednesday…I think we will get a blog from David detailing his experience at the Sundance thingy, but most importantly, the history making Inauguration!!
If not Wednesday, then for sure Thursday!! I hope so, anyway!
David BLOGS US!!!!
Week of Updates
Hola. I’m updating on what’s been going on again haha. So last week was pretty crazy!
Monday was way fun with the Hard Rock Cafe performance! For those of you who went, I hope you had fun. I also accompanied myself on A Little Too Not Over You for the first time in New York for WPLJ.
After New York, I went to LA to do some stuff for Build-A-Bear, and there were 2 other talented girls. One of them was named Meaghan, who I believe was in Camp Rock. The other girl was named Jamia, and she was the little girl in August Rush! I remember watching Jamia actually on Showtime at the Apollo and Jay Leno when she was 7, so it was so cool! haha. I was blown away by her then, and I am blown away by her now. She was full of energy, and was hilarious too.
On Friday I did Radio Disney. I got to visit all the lovely cheerful staff at the Radio Disney station again, and I always love to go there. I performed there again, and got to talk to Ernie D and answer some phone calls on the air. Access Hollywood was there too, and they filmed me singing and doing my interviews there. I also had a little photo shoot for Radio Disney too, just for a few things.
Saturday, I performed at one of the events at Sundance, and that was really special because it was the first time I sang a song with my brother accompanying me on guitar. He accompanied me on You Can, and he did great haha. My friends and family got to come along, and we partied and just jammed out to music. We all had a really good time.
I then flew out to DC to sing the National Anthem at a Latino Gala event on Sunday, one of the events going on for the week of the inauguration. Some of the performers were War, Paulina Rubio, Alejandro Sanz, and Marc Anthony, and I really enjoyed watching them. I got a chance to talk to Jennifer and Marc, and they were some of the coolest people I have ever met! It’s awesome because my mom is a huge fan of both of them, and they’re both incredibly talented. I love meeting people who are really well known and stuff, and you expect them to act all big and important, when they are some of the most down-to-earth cool people you’ve ever met haha. That’s how they were, and I really respected them for that. And I hope I can sing like Marc when I’m older.
So another thing I got to do was go the the Museum of Natural History in DC, which I LOVED! I’m such a fan of things like museums lol. And there was so much to look at there. They had a lot of prehistoric animal skeletons to look at, and I got some pictures so I’ll load those up. But seriously, if you live in that area you need to go that museum! It’s a lot of fun. Well, at least if you like museums it’s fun.
Lastly, this is a big week so make sure to keep up with the Inauguration today! I’ll write another blog soon.
Song for the day: Raise It Up – Jamia Simone Nash and Impact Repertory Theater (From August Rush) I This is a song Jamia sings on August Rush. I think it’s such a cool movie. I first watched it during my trip to Lake Powell during my short break in between The show and tour (and everything
else.) So good memories lol.
I hope Senator Dianne Feinstein is a good person because I really like her. She did a good job with the welcoming remarks and stuff. She wins for best female speaking voice of the day together with Obama for best male speaking voice.
Anybody there?
I hope Senator Edward Kennedy is ok.
Boy, was I off…well I want another one Tomorrow!
Or Thursday!
SF, I know we have to hear from him. He will be too excited to hold it in from his fans. He loves us! I can just imagine…
Hey guys, David here. Well I have been really busy with the Sundance Film Festival. It was really hot there at the venue and I was sweating like a pig. haha. Not as hot as Daniel though, who got stuck in the elevator but he’s OK. haha. It was so great to have him accompany me for the first time and I think he did great. Don’t you? Anyway, I got to go to the Latino Ball and then to the Recording Industry Ball too. Hijoles! It was way cool to hang out and meet so many great folks. I got to meet John Mayer!! Oh my gosh, I was soooo nervous! Oh yeah, I got to meet the President too. But John Mayer is so fantastic and super nice! It was such a thrill! I didn’t want to bother him, but he was really great. Did I say President Obama was great too? He was too, but John Meyer was AMAZING!! haha.
Ha ha I told you he would. And I think I spelled John Mayer wrong.
David, honey-bunny! You are THE VOICE! At 18 yo, you are up there with Marc..and he’s been at it for years!
Did not expect either a new post from Rascal or a new blog from David! Obviously, many people are too excited to not share in the moment.
David spoils us so.
OK. I just read David’s real blog again. Did he actually say
“I hope I can sing like Marc when I’m older.”
David sweetie. We have to talk.
No offence to Marc, but oh, uh uh.
Well, there is humble and then, there is humble …. aww David, don’t you know? You are already there and beyond with that VOICE.
Wow! Angelica and SF you guys are psychic! Today is one of the most exciting days of my life and an incredible day in the history of this great nation. And to think that David at this young age has been able to participate is mind blowing.
And even today on the day of the inauguration David’s ranked #1 Celebrity and Musician. People are very interested in David and evidently not just in this country. Here is the blurb explaining what xrank is.
About xRank
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About xRank
xRank keeps track of notable people and puts them in order for you. We count Live Search web searches for movie stars, musicians, and other famous people. Then, we compile our findings into an insightful ranking formula that tells you who the world is searching for most. The result is a cultural snapshot of who’s hot and who’s not!
Go Big D .. And good vibes to President Barack Obama to help him meet the many challenges ahead.
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I am thrilled for David that he was a part of the inauguration. What an honor that is for him. I watched the swearing in and Obama’s speech today with a roomful of 2nd graders at my school. This is a day they will always remember! I was filled with pride at this new beginning for our beautiful country.
Blessings on America and our new President!
SF#18 Ask and ye shall receive?…#19Joner: David’s new blog! If I ever had a doubt of your connection to David ,SF I certainly don’t anymore. ( really, there never was a doubt)! Ha! Ha! What an inspiring time for David to be maturing and establishing himself in the music world. His National Anthem is JAW-DROPPING! I giggled when he said he wanted to be as good a singer as Marc when he get’s older! I think I’ll just keep “The Voice” just as it is. Just more of it! PLEASE?
oh my heck!
I can hardly contain myself! I am so excited for David! He sounds so very happy..what more can we ask for?
His folks must be beaming!
I just love him for keeping us in the loop! He doesn’t have to do that..but he does just the same! Love that he wants to share as much as he can with us…
There’s something I was to direct at all who post here and at other sites too..
Several months ago, there was a discussion about how David was like another Sinatra, who was known as “the voice”, so I started referring to David as THE VOICE. It has caught on more & more here at ND. So
if everyone agrees, I think WE here at ND should do all
we can to make David known as THE VOICE, so much so that the MEDIA will catch on, and soon David will be introduced as David Archuleta, THE VOICE, instead of , the AI runner-up, or Archie, or Former AI…
So when you post at other sites, and mention David, don’t just say David, say.. David THE VOICE! Soon all the other sites will start referring to David as THE VOICE ..Let’s start our ND Champaign to let the world know David is THE VOICE who can sing the phone book and everything else like no other! If you agree..then let’s do this for David!
And, no I have not been drinking!!
WOW, does the President usually WALK in the parade?
And yes, David, we have to talk about that comment you made about growing up to sing as well as Marc. Tut, tut, stop that!
I mean..we already refer to him as THE VOICE here, may as well spread it…even when you call in a request to the radio stations..say David Archuleta, THE VOICE..even if he DJ’s laugh..it will catch on! eventually! trust me!
Oh rascal, so good to see you surface! I literally panicky half an hour ago when I got an error message twice (!!) when I tried to log on here. I felt sick to my stomach thinking ND went away again. I am so happy it was a temporary thing and we are all here!!
I love David’s little bow at the end. I just want to ((((hug)))) him.
I got to watch the presidential speech this morning in real time at work. I tried hard not to tear up, since yesterday on MLK day, just watching the throngs of people of all color assembling in DC, tears were coming out without me even knowing I was tearing up!
Back to work now.
Good afternoon all,
I just wanted to elaborate a bit more about meeting some fellow ODDer’s last night. I’ve been reflecting about it spontaneously all day – like when you’ve seen a great movie!
And thanks to you, Kizzi, for arranging it! So ironic that the “part-time” New Yorker puts it together for us all!
I was so excited to meet other soul-stirred David fans in-the-flesh. I was rewarded with a rich evening of shared joy and stories and David love.
I don’t know anyone personally, (at least not until last night) who has been as touched by David as I have. I know it’s been expressed on here many times…how some of us feel alone in our ODD in our worlds and are grateful for nD as a place to share. But there is something different about meeting in person. Something surreal. I did know there are many of “us” out there, but it all comes rushing home in person.
It’s almost like what I image finding a long lost twin must be like. So many common feelings and behaviors! Even some common birthdays and names flying around last night – freaky! And I mean that in the best way!
Thanks again girls: Happy, Ninaf, Orchid, River and Kizzi for a great evening.
Looking forward to the next gathering!
Historical day. What an inaugural speech–it will be studied by our children’s children’s children’s children’s children.
Hi SF – David is THE VOICE and I believe that as he grows and learns on his chosen life’s journey as a singer/entertainer he will learn that.
He is simply extremely humble and other oriented….makes me want to ask him why he thinks people buy his music, travel to listen to him–it is not because he is “little” and “cute” and ask him why he sings to begin with?!!! It still is an enigma as to why he went on AI anyway–he sense of self doesn’t match the whole reality show culture. End of flare out–lol—I’ve been thinking about that anyway on this fan adventure.
Can someone please tell me what happen to David’s band? Someone said it cost $30,000 each time they play for him. Is that true?
rapture#36 – What a poignant description. Yes, yes and yes to everything you said. We nD’ers are total strangers and when we meet it is as if we have known each other since birth (or in past lives
). I mean the excitement to meet a fellow David fan from ND is on par with a life event. And we share our deepest thoughts, loves and fears and we trust each other. What a gift! How did we get to be so lucky?
JR…just thought I’d let you know..our SQUARE magazine came today!! It’s kinda small..38 pages but David’s pics are, ummm..well you already know!
And I also have David’s Life Story mag for you too. So I’ll save them, or I’d be happy to mail them to you, no problema..you have my email address..just say the word!
rapture! it was so nice talking to you last nite, and such a big surprise! Looking forward to meeting everyone face to face someday soon!
Gonna watch all the happenings of today on my DVR..
Later!
Ebonyangel, so glad no one tripped on steps! It’s been quite the celebratory day, hasn’t it?
Now, I was reading over at Vulture a funny line that Cheney looks just like Mr. Potter from It’s a Wonderful Life in his wheelchair! I was thinking of that villain in The Simpsons myself.
There’s a mention of David Archuleta’s Crush when Sasha and Malia come out:
http://nymag.com/daily/intel/2009/01/live-blogging_the_inauguration.html?imw=Y&f=most-viewed-24h5
“And yes, David, we have to talk about that comment you made about growing up to sing as well as Marc. Tut, tut, stop that!”
Well, Marlie, I figure if David actually took the time to sit down and really LISTEN to his own voice (you know how he says he hates to listen to himself), he might actually realize he’s beyond Marc and so many others.
If I was to blaspheme, I’d say the only thing David has to do is wait until his voice settles down from the changing, and work on consistency. (Ach! Did I say that?).
He has the most gorgeous tones, and his power notes are tear-inducing. Some days he doesn’t have quite as much control over it as others. But it’s always beautiful.
It works best when he is most relaxed and lets himself have a good time (or when he’s singing the National Anthem, which is always the most fabulous of anyone I’ve ever heard…ever. LOL!)
hola… what an exciting day….I’ve been watching the festivities from Spain and feel very awed!!!! President Obama inspires such hope>
David singing your national anthem is sublime….
I love this ND family… so glad to be able to share my ODD!
Canada loves David!!! and Obama
Marlie – No, not blaspheme, but I honestly don’t think we all would have the patience to wait for his voice to change. I believe that Dean (his voice coach) said the male voice does not stop changing until they are 35 years old.
I think we’d all be jumping off the ledge if David was out of commission for that long!
He will have to change his key as time moves on to accommodate his voice, but he’ll know exactly what he needs to do and when. He’s been doing this all along.
and good Spanish wine! lol
refnaf- Hola y que tal? Make it a good Spanish wine with “nutty” notes for this crowd.
Just saw David on ET just this minute!
When’s the last time I saw him on my TV?
really fun last night… OMG, what will the fanvention be like?
I realized after I left that I did not thank you all as I would have liked to. It is refreshing to share laughs and ideas with wonderful woman. I find that I am so busy it is difficult to develop fellowship outside of my “ordinary” circle of people. My ordinary circle of people are amazing, but…I am used to them. And it is fun to broaden horizons! One thing that I have internalized in a most painful way, is that life is short, fragile, and precious. A life that you thought was so full and permanent can be gone in an instant… it is so cliché but- we only have today. In the past it would have been very unlike me to meet a bunch of strangers from the internet for dinner (and now I’ve done it three times!) But as Kizzi said, crazy as it may be, I feel like I have developed a level of trust here at nD. It seems many of us feel the same way. It was equally as fun to meet lurkers as it was to meet regular commenters…. When you talk for 10 minutes you find that we ALL think alike whether we comment or not, LOL! I want to thank you all…all of you, from the most regular commenter to the most intermittent lurker for enriching my life…and you rascal for providing the forum….ODD at notingDavid FTW!
Thanks HG I will look to see if it is on again tonight on another channel…I really want to see him somewhere at the inauguration…maybe later…
Not sure if this will post (having “issues” … forced into involuntary lurkdom today, eek)… HG, I just saw David on ET too! Boy, I miss that face on my TV… and the two thumbs up? Priceless…
Hola, Refnaf!!!!
Yay, I’m back!!!
OMG! I just saw the Youth Inaugural Ball is the official event for “youth” ages 18-35.
When did the youth age increase to 35??!!!! Who knew I was still considered a “youth”? Heh.
I’m loving how the MTV/Rock-the-Vote folks who’re hosting this gig are already “over 30″ and are refusing to give up on their “youth” identity. ha ha!
I’m getting a kick that, years from now, they’ll still be hosting a Youth Ball for all “youths” ages 18-50!
No wonder David is hanging out with the “real” youth at Club Ibiza…
WOW! I haven’t watched THIS much TV since AI-7 !!
The Inauguration was awesome! Hail To The Chief!
Brought back memories of the last time such a young beautiful couple moved into the White House..bittersweet memories…
Question..Why do people have to talk during the NA? What’s wrong with them? David The Voice, was superb..should have been enough to keep everyone at the Latino speechless as in “Por favor, no hablen quando Davi esta contando con el voce, su voce que es muy exquisito!” translation..
(Please do not talk when David is singing with THE VOICE, with his exquisite voice!).
I just don’t understand! Just Rude!
What was the coverage of David on ET? Anything new, or of his NA performance?
Posing with a long lost brother?
http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_Uw_M6ZbloQw/SXY2DopSJNI/AAAAAAAAFcs/Xvmm7WNnmEE/s800/david+myspace+3.jpg
As he promised, more new pics on his muh-myspace
Kait, it was so brief, I almost missed it. It was mostly his opinion about the season of AI. Nothing about the Inauguration.
PSA Do Something Interview
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vO6gj4QQJWs
JR, that PSA Do Something Interview is exactly what was shown on ET!
hola TOfan… Happy #50… (((hugs))) love your sharing and i’m so with you… ODD at notingdavid FTW!
CNN is supposed to be covering the ball at IBIZA which according to the reporter will be THE place to be after all the other balls rap up. Jus happened to be watching my hubby’s favorite station when this came on. Crossing my fingers & hoping to see (hear) David the VOICE.
This is all so exciting & such a memorable day. Glad I didn’t miss it.
Tofan…you really do have a thing for “shoes”..or just David’s? or just shoes/feet in general?
The Word Guru, rascal..didn’t leave any words
And why & how can David The Voice hate listening to his own singing sublime voice? Can’t he hear what WE hear?
happy..thanks for the call last night..was really great of you to take the time to make me FEEL great!
Happy #50, “we ALL think alike whether we comment or not” — isn’t that just so cool? “ODD at notingDavid FTW!” Ditto!!!
Would love to hear David sing At Last… just sayin’…
(Ref, either you’re up way late or too early! lol)
SF #63, one of my nicknames is “Imelda” if that tells you anything….yah, love the shoes!
jackryan..did you read my post #40 ??
Gee, after loving what Michelle wore earlier today, I am not loving her evening gown. Not at all!
I do hope we get a glimpse of David at Ibiza. And this time with pants that fit!
So great that CNN is covering the Ibiza Ball! I’ve got four CNN live streams open on my desktop.
HG – haha! We are soooo opposite on the clothes issue with Michelle. I absolutely hated what she wore today and am loving tonight’s dress. haha! uh oh!
David just needs a tailor. Mama Lupe needs to gather him up and take him and his clothes to a tailor and have them altered.
Juliebug, uh-oh indeed!
And you’re right. Mama Lupe should really be with David at this time, both for the joy she would have had at the Latino Ball and for the attention only a mother could give when making sure her boy is at his finest dress when attending these black tie affairs.
At least Michelle had her girls looking fierce today!
Long and busy day. I am probalby the only person in the US, and possibly the planet who did not see one inaguration (sic) event today.
Guess I will rely on CNN and You Tube.
YAA Silver Fox to the “Voice”. I have been using it & wondered who started it! Agreed to refer to David as the Voice when ever I post anywhere. He is the only Voice for me.
David sounded amazing singing the NA. I think the exposure he gets at these type of events, and things like
Major League Division Play offs is….PRICELESS. Many people are sure to follow up/look him up & become a fan.
Now, IDK if anyone noticed and I am no fashion guru- and David would look handsome in a paper bag- BUT,
on the full media shot of him for the Hispanic event, did his pants look a tad long? (Maybe that is the style now but to me the seemed to be dragging a bit)
Just a little observation. The scarf was lovely.
Wish I could have joined you all for dinner in NY. Heck, wish I could visit NY. My teen son is a huge Yankees fan, and a baseball player himself.
rae, yes, I love how he’s workin’ the scarf… even at the Museum! lol
TOfan..what about those patent leather dress shoes David wore for the “Please Don’t Stop the Music” performance at the AI tour? Pretty snazzy & sexy!!
I guess David’s at the big shin-dig about now..hope we get some pics..and more than anything, I hope he meets John Mayer, who can be a little caustic according to the media (but who knows if it’s true anyway)..but if it is, and David does meet him, maybe some of David’s niceness
will rub off on John and they can have a nice conversation..what a dream come true for David!
HG..I thought David had a stylist for these types of appearances..so blame the stylist if the pants didn’t fit..but I thought he looked great!
SF, David looked super hot. But yeah, stylist or no stylist, I’d like the pants to fit!
Jordin Sparks performed at the Commander in Chief’s Ball!! WOW..I didn’t know she was even there! Wonder if she’ll bump into David? Even though they are at different events!
rapture #36
Love your phrase “soul-stirred David fans.” So glad to hear a group of NY NDers had a fabulous time together. I have been thrilled to meet some NDers at the Sacramento Jingle and elsewhere (SF in Lexington!). The bond we share is real. David has marked us, he has changed us and meeting each other is an affirming and nurturing experience.
vermeer #35
Sweetie!!! I once got booted off three times in a row trying to post and I had the same feeling. Noooooo!!! Turns out that my messages were going into the ND spam filter for no reason whatsoever. It all turned out okay.
rascal – Hope all is well with you!!!
Yeah- Number one on X factor-! We want him on the
“what to wear” list and not the “what not to wear list”
I thought on AI he always looked amazing. That tux ( or was it a suit) he wore for the finale fit like a glove.
But he could wear anything,,,,, to be sure.
OK- off to check out CNN and see what history in the making I missed today. Have a wonderful evening.
Oh and one last remark/thought.
I wonderful if all the ODDers were given a personality profile, if we would have something in common?
Or is it something in our souls that we share? ( How would you test that…)
Or we were all related in a formal life somehow ( ok I know- I don’t believe in that stuff)
Just cannot figure it out- and I sort or like to be able to figure things out….Just thinking out loud here.
SF #73, I remember those shiny shoes, haha! My faves are the converse sneakers, I must admit. And yes, if he does meet Mayer, I hope the same thing. I read somewhere (maybe here) that Sara_Bareilles wrote David a note thanking him for sending so many fans her way. Mayer and Mraz should do the same! lol
davidfanLIZ #76, that’s what happened to me today! glad I’m not the only one… felt “banished” ….
Aw, Obama and his wife are dancing right now, first couples’ dance. They look so elegant and her dress is beautiful!
2 votes for Michelle’s gown, 1 vote against. *waves. anyone agreeing with me?*
I agree totally that it would have been so great if Lupe had been there with David at the Latino Gala. And as far as fashion..she always looks great, and I think she’d make sure David looks perfect for these important events. But maybe they need new stylist..Like whoever dressed him for the AOL sessions or Sacramento Jam.
And a couple of photo shoots when he wore a suit & tie..
Just saw Michelle Obama’s ball gown..it’s ok..not really a “WOW” gown like I thought she would be wearing..
OK, I’m getting really sleepy and have to get ready for the new semester tomorrow – no matter how much I want to keep up with everything going on tonight. I’ll have to catch up later when (and if) David emerges in any new pics or new pics.
Just so grateful all went well on this historic day!
G’nite all!
silverfox – just wondering if you took requests for conveying wishes to the VOICE? Would love to hear David sing Imagine tonight. Or do your psyshic powers extent to his songs, too. You know, SOT vid by rascal @ the Commander in Chief Ball. Wish I had the means to connect like I did 10 years ago. Not sure why I did then but no longer have that anymore. Just wondering.
HG, I’m with you. Thumbs up for the daytime outfit. The ball gown, not so much …. But two thumbs up for both pairs of shoes!
Night all, thanks for the dish! (Rascal, hope all is well with you *waves*)
rae…don’t be so quick to dismiss the “previous life” theory..I have thought that very thing..Thought it very deeply when I met & talked & laughed with David at the barricade in Evansville..even though I was afraid to touch him! ( at that time ). But I felt like I “knew” him in a previous life…OK so I’m weird..but there it is..Everybody here knows I can be a little..uh cra-zeh..It’s David’s fault. and I love him!
Hey all!
I’m gonna vote against Michele’s dress tonight, but I really loved her outfit earlier today
So..on an unrelated topic, David’s album sales are in for the week and he got a little bump and re-entered the charts at #50:
- 50 DAVID ARCHULETA 9,032 — DAVID ARCHULETA
Anyone know how many this puts him at for total albums sold? While this was a little bump, I’d love to see the album sales go up! He needs Platinum, baby! What can be done??
fandaforever..I was thinking just how great it would have been for rascal’s video to be shown at the Commander in Chief’s Ball when President Obama was thanking the military..How fitting it would have been! I WISH David was a performer tonight..singing IMAGINE would be a perfect song for today.. Anyway, I also have to say good night as well.
rascal..The very best vibes going to you!
And for David..may you have one of the best nights of your life tonight…
Dear Lord, Though we are unworthy to ask,
Please take Care Of David. Watch over him, 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 and guidance to say no to those who ask for more than he can reasonably give. Surround David with loving and supportive people who love him UNCONDITIONALLY as we, his ARCHANGELS do. Separate David from those who have agendas other than for his well being. Give him rest when he’s weary. Give him stamina to sustain his hectic pace. Give him assurance when he feels doubt. Give him joy when he feels sad. Cloak him always in your protective arms. Keep David healthy & strong as he fulfills his Destiny which was written in his Book of Life before he was born.
Though we may be unworthy, we humbly pray.
Amen.
Sweet dreams! Be safe & secure in our love always! Take care. You will always be numero uno in our eyes! Thank you for all you do and for just being you!
CONTIGO SIEMPRE CON AMOR!
Don’t go!!! Central time zone Club Ibiza on ABC network. Maybe we’ll see David.
Joner #46 Yeah, I hear ya. I didn’t mean “wait” wait, like not sing (God, what would the world be like?) I just meant he should not worry about it being like Marc Anthony – he will be even more than that as his voice settles, and at a much younger age. (I know they don’t finish changing until 35, but from 12 to 20 it is a huge change).
The only thing Marc has on David (no tomatoes!) is consistency and I think that comes from confidence and experience with what his own voice can do. David’s power notes are awesome (every song in Tulsa!), it’s when he sings softly (like in a radio station accompanying himself on piano) that he has a little stretch singing the higher notes.
HG #83 I think Michelle picked her gown because it was designed by a 26-year-old Asian designer just getting started in NYC. I suspect it’s part of the Obama family focus on diversity and their “new school” approach to everything. And it probably didn’t cost a gazillion dollars (same with their kids dressing in J. Crew).
Why was David not invited to the Youth Ball? It’s to celebrate the youth involvement to make a difference or somethin, somethin…….Do Something.org? Hmmmm, how do these people select their guest lists. Is it because he is just starting in this business?
fandaforever48 -
Maybe he was…but the ball he’s going to is just so much more David. It’s the ball hosted by the Recording Industry Association of America and it’s a CHARITY ball.
Who knows, he might have been invited to both. I think it’s great that he’s participating in such a memorable evening, in whatever way.
Thank you gals for last nite dinner,it was fun and neat to
meet all of you.In the past i wouldn’t ever met anyone
from the internet but for some reason David has given me confidence.Hopefully one day we all meet.
SF.i always refered to David as the VOICE and people think i am crazy,what will they think about you?.Any way
i hope to meet you one day and it was a pleasure to talk to you.
Dangit, I am wiped out and won’t be able to stay up and watch the CNN coverage of the Ibiza Ball. Hope we get some David pics!
CNN just reported from Ibiza – reporter said she was going to talk to Courtney Cox and David Ar……quette (darn!). Then she talked to Rihanna. They will be reporting further from there she said.
David Ar….quette?!
I will wait a little longer and hope she comes to her senses. Does she not read Xrank?
Just a little musical interlude while we wait for David pics
http://www.biertijd.com/mediaplayer/?itemid=2763
juliebug#94 – your’re right, it is more him. Just wished the President could have heard the VOICE sing Imagine. I know he would be touched. I know his daughters liked him.
Ever since I heard him sing Imagine at the Holiday of Hope Tree Lighting. It totally floored me – esp. “…….you may say I’m a dreamer……” I swear he tears up everytime he sings that line. I’m always a total mess, too. My family thought I was real goner during the holidays. Could not even begin to explain why.
marlie7.what a cute boy hahahaha.
Okay, gonna chime in on the dress. I thought it was quite elegant, so a thumbs up on it. The outfit this morning, the color was devine, the style, not so much. I hope she doesn’t have to live up to the whole style thing though.
Marc Anthony is an amazing singer. I see why David would say what he said. I love hearing him sing, and I always wondered why he isn’t quite as famous in the states, he sings circles around almost anyone else, besides our David of course.
Ebonyangel, and Valbraz, today was an incredible day, full of hope and remembrance of things past. Thanks for sharing recollections of your Dads, they would have enjoyed this day. Valbraz, you are indeed a sistah!
CNN just did a report from the Ibiza Ball…Larry King said it may be the ball “with the most star power yet.”
No mention of DA, but they’ll be reporting again from there soon….
GAH! Finally am able to log on and actually post! Such a hectic day. I was running late earlier so my 2 posts earlier were hurried & harried. One thing uncool with being away from the office is the things you have to face when you get back, right?
It is not unlike here! You blink and whoa you have tons of posts to read. The only diff is this is pleasurable
Definitely!
RE ND GET TOGETHER — Am jealous! And am not, never in fact, been the jealous type. Not only am I missing out on the experience of a lifetime of seeing David perform live but that I have to just sigh & whimper at not being able to enjoy the company of the wonderful ND members, for now.
That’s the operative word “for now”. I will get to you guys someday soon! In an arena filled with CRA-ZEH ODD’ers and ND partners, all gung-ho for that one big concert of TheVOICE. Am picturing it now…. Oh boy… that will be some night….
RAPTURE on #36, you are so spot on re a kismet connection among ND’ers.
SF MY DEAR at #40 & #66 – Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! {{{{BIG HUGS}}}}. I don’t have the right words.. I really didn’t expect this. Of course I know about the Square mag (hey AMY got her copy also today) but for you to go the extra mile to include the LifeStory… [picture me in a puddle]. You see, the LifeStory mag was out of stock already when my friend in CA checked… so I was content with having just Square….Now this
It is one great surprise…am perfectly giddy!
TOFAN – Imelda, eh? So you have at least 3K pairs of shoes too just like our infamous former 1st lady?
ON THE 1ST LADY’S OUTFITS – Can’t weigh in that much cos am your basic tees, jeans & sneakers kinda gal. My daughter in fact says am useless when it comes to fashion or anything girly-glamy haha…
But definitely, Michelle’s fashion sense is NOT boring, but still practical, no-nonsense. (Arms & shoulders are to die for!) Her threads have that air of accessibility which I think is so right for the times. Love, love the outfits of her daughters, though!
Good morning everyone! Got to get a very early head start today, so decided to quickly stop by and see if any new pics or vids of David emerged. No such luck, huh?
Soooo glad David got to be part of activities yesterday, but dang it! Whose bright idea was it to invite David to Club Ibiza but to not let him grace the crowd and the new First Family with his soul-lifting “Imagine”?
Now, Brooklyndawn, you know for the next four years (at least) Michelle Obama will be subjected to “the whole style thing.” That just goes with the First Lady territory.
Sometimes, she’s on it, sometimes she’s not, IMO. However, the one thing I absolutely give thumbs up to is, regardless, Michelle doesn’t care and she just goes out and wears her outfit like she’s the fiercest, most fabulous woman out there. Case in point: some of the fashion critics on CNN didn’t care for her gown when they first saw it. Over time, because of her attitude and after learning of her choice of a 26-year-old Asian designer, Jason Wu, they did a 180 on the dress
In other words, like her or not, Michelle is going to be a trend setter. It’s not so much about her having to “live up to the whole style thingy” as it is about the rest of us adjusting to Michelle’s style.
Just on that note, loving Michelle Obama’s “style” already.
Good morning NDers. Had to get up at the unholy and profane hour of 5am to get a ride into work with hubby d/t car in shop. Now I’m sitting here with my office heat on full blast and still have a blanket on my lap cause I’m freezing! Woke up couphing and feel like crap.
Waaaaah!
I need pics of Prince Archeleta at the ball and I need them NOW!!!!
HG, I understand that her fashion style debate goes with the territory. I just don’t have to like it. Even though I must admit, I don’t remember hearing too much about Laura Bush’s style. Maybe because when they ascertained she didn’t have any they just moved on? If that’s the case, I think I wish Michelle the same fate. She should have just turned up in some jeans and an Obama Tee and been done with it.
I do hear what you say about her style, and that is what I like about her, she isn’t going to be a desperate housewife of Pennsylvania Avenue, trying to please everyone she’s fierce, and she knows it.
Having David Archuleta attend any of these balls and not sing was a travesty. In four years for sure….
Good morning all.
Angelica, it sounds like you need to crawl back into bed – after you dose yourself with some Zicam!
What a great day yesterday was. I am filled with hope.
Angelica…wow you sound cold!!! I do love the terminology of Prince Archuleta though..perfect…takes him beyond where he should be…time for something new…
Hey there, brooklyndawn! You wrote, “Maybe because when they ascertained she didn’t have any they just moved on? If that’s the case, I think I wish Michelle the same fate.”
Well, I don’t see Michelle sharing Laura Bush’s fate because, as you reminded us, while the former First Lady had no style, our present First Lady clearly does!
Now, fashion style debates don’t bother me. What bothers me is when there is refusal to deal with the sharp wit and intelligence that women like Michelle clearly possess. That’s when the media buzz over women’s fashions get tiresome because there’s more to talk about besides what an intelligent woman is wearing.
I also agree that not having David Archuleta sing at any of these events (apart from the Latino gala ball) is a travesty. Let’s hope he will have a greater impact four years later, as you put it.
I’m off to work, so I’ll catch you all later!
I’m thinking our boy wasn’t there yesterday, guys.
No pics at all? No mention of going there in his blog yesterday? Usually he mentions something if its upcoming that day he’s posting.
There’s also some anonymous poster on FOD that says he flew home to Utah after the Latino ball and wasn’t there yesterday.
Hmmmm….they may be right. Darn.
Off to work. See ya later.
Sandy Beaches, I started calling him that a few weeks ago when someone accused Archie fans of being a cult. Snarkys posted a picture of him on their site with the caption, “Good morning, my people.” Bwahahahaha!!!
So I started thinking of him as Prince Archuleta cause I like the way it sounds. And we who have ODD live happily in Archuletaland, under the benign and benevolent rule of Prince Archuleta.
David flew home right after the Latino Ball — you’re kidding me! And miss being on the Mall for the inauguration?
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I was actually concerned about David being unable to attend all the invites to the inauguration cos of the uber steep prices of accommodations. I heard on the news 2 weeks ago that Russel Simmons was flabbergasted by the hotel costs when he was trying to make reservations.
That got me worried that David would skip the whole Ibiza thing altogether, given how budget conscious our David is. If Simmons complained about the prices, can you imagine David’s reaction would be?
Of course, this was before the Latino Gala made news. Since he was to sing the NA in the latter, I suppose the choice which gala to attend was easy to make. And thank goodness he was given a singing assignment!
LITTLEM on #89 – Numbers courtesy of EALBINO:
Streaming chart:
No. 4 David Archuleta – Crush
No. 5 David Archuleta – A Little Too Not Over You
Ending 01/18/09
b>Digital downloads:
37 David Archuleta “Crush” 39,909 (9%; lw 36,472)
= Total: 1,449,089 (47)
Album HDD Estimate:
50 DAVID ARCHULETA 19/JIVE/ZLG 9,032
wk 10- HDD estimate of 9,032 + total from wk 9 of 588,559
= Total estimated 597,591 (wk ending 1/18/09)
Looking good
JR4DA, thanks for the stats, love those plus signs! (And no, not quite up to Imelda’s 3K pairs … still workin’ on it!
)
Just received my Square mag in the mail… and it’s an actual square! hahaha And Matt Clayton isn’t just the photographer, he’s also the editor-in-chief, cool. (I wasn’t sure if I’d actually get it cause they didn’t charge any extra for shipping to Canada… maybe it’s the first issue they’ve need to! lol)
And I haven’t seen any photos of John Mayer at the Ibiza ball either, maybe just too many celebs to catch everyone….
Just a note on the NYC “ND’s” dinner – I think I’m the last to comment on what an incredible and almost surreal experience it was to meet, these incredible women, who felt like old friends from the start. (Of course I’ve already met Kizzi & Happy) What was amazing to me was the lack of any awkward moments, as one would typically have meeting someone new. I felt like we never skipped a beat, it was just a continuation and extension of our ND conversations. With that being said, thank you Happy, Orchid, Rapture, River and a special thanks to Kizzi for organizing such a beautiful evening. I can’t wait to do it again!!
Oh and SF – even though you weren’t there, you were there in spirit. It was great talking to you on the phone and I have to meet you sometime, even if it’s not planned around a David event, (although, I would love it to be).
I LOVE ALL MY ND FRIENDS!!
testing
Saw his on Loving Archies:
so my gma lives literally 4 houses away from dean kalin (and im not even exagurating) and they are really good friends with him. so my mom went over to his house to record somthing and she asked him about david, and dean said that over christmas somehow everyone knew that david was gonna be coming home on the 20th and so people went to his house waiting for him to come home and then wouldnt leave him alone. so the archuletas had to rent a house in vegas and spend christmas there. i feel soooo bad. i cant beleive fans would be crazy enought to invade his personal space. i mean serously.
Whew!
I tried to post early this morning from home and couldn’t..thought I’d been banned!
JR..you are very welcome..Least I could for our Internet/cyberspace Guru, cuz you do so much for us..downloads, links, keeping us informed of the happenings in Archuworld..while we here in the USA are in dreamland!
Ninaf #118..Likewise!!
So maybe David didn’t stay for the Ibiza thingy..I find it hard to buh-lieve considering it was for a charity he is interested in. I don’t think “cost” came into play. It was scheduled way ahead and the Latino seemed to be last minute. I was thinking how he was traveling. If he’s flying commercial, what a pain it must be for him so I’m hoping he flew by private plane. Surely for an event like the inauguration Jive let David use their Jet, or AZOFF at least chartered a jet for the trip. Expensive, yes, but think about it..at Sundance til the wee hrs on Sun morning and before we knew it, he was in DC..yup, hope he had a private charter..
Also, I don’t think David asks how much the accomodations are wherever he stays now..maybe he used to but I think he has other things to worry about..like sound checks, or anything to do with his performance. Of course, this is all just my opinion..I don’t really know! David has a business manager who should worry about financial issues I would think.
I really hope he was there last night though!
gotta get some work done now..before I get canned!
Later! ( but I may not be able to log on from my home computer! ).
Saw this posted at snarkies: “…so our buddy at the l.a. times, richard rushfield (i consider all people i fangirl my buddies
), shared with us pertinent tour info — 1. solo; 2. national; 3. 1,000-2,000 seat venues; 4. some places ai tour skipped, lalala — to be announced SOON.
SO WHEN IS SOON? according to some posters at notingdavid, jeff said the tour would be sometime in feb./march, soooo…say it starts mid-feb. — OBVIOUSLY after his mardi gras appearance, of course — runs six weeks to the end of march. we should be getting tour dates, like, now….”
FREO on #120 – That is so sad… for the family to flee its home to find some peace during the holidays. Don’t they see how much David gives of himself already during performances, meets&greets, autograph signing, etc? Don’t they realize that the guy needs a break? The family needs some quiet time? I feel bad about this.
More Sundance photos taken by Michael Kasper
http://www.naturalimagez.com/gallery/7127837_MJM5i#P-8-30
Is the blonde the over zealous back-up singer?
Thanks for the photo link jkrn4DA. I hope they aren’t planning on keeping her as back up. He sounded better with male back-up from his band and she WAS a bit over zealous. Maybe she was trying too hard but..eh.
What a shame about his Christmas at home being ruined by fans. I know he would have liked to sleep in his own bed for a change instead of the constant hotel rooms. Things will never be the same for David and family. He’s paying a price and so are they. The rude papparazzi are one thing, but for fans to act that way is just disrespectful and no way to show the love.
Several times nearing Christmas, he was asked during interviews about where he would be for Christmas…and he said with family and friends…David hesitated probably to compose in his mind something that would keep people away…I noticed he was vague…Then, during the holidays we really did not hear from him much except for the picure at the pool…Vegas???
It was not hard to tell that someting was going on and when you don’t hear you wonder…
Never will people understand all that David has done…because basically there are only a few caring people who are not out for the joy ride…
There are many fans without regard for David and his family…fun at anyone’s cost…So, hopefully the new era of Obama and his family will instill in the youth that self serving is not so cool…and that is also for others besides the youthful fans,,.
Wasn’t it in Utah that people talked all the while he sang??? Too many people in Utah know where he lives and this begins the downside of his successes…
This is part of the time for change concept..
SB: What picture at the pool?
Rae #80 I’ve been thinking about your comment regarding what it is that us NDers have in common. I too was bummed I couldn’t go to dinner Monday night to meet with others of “my kind”. Posts like Rapture #36 “feeling alone in our ODD”, Kizzi #39 “sharing deepest thoughts, loves, fears and we trust each other”, Happy #50 “we all think alike whether we post or not” and Orchid #95 saying that “for some reason David has given you confidence all make me feel like we’ve got a great connection here. I am so on my own outside of the ND family. No one at home sees, hears and feels David like I do, nor do any other family or friends of mine. I have been teased and made to feel like something is wrong with me. To avoid eye-rolls, face contortions and head shaking I have to resort to listening to the voice in earbuds or only when no one is home and I have to check ND covertly too. This absolutely sucks for me. How wonderful would it have been to meet for dinner and enjoy the company of others who feel like I do. So, I wonder, what is it that’s the common thread? I know we all love the voice, he’s pretty to look at, we love his personality and respect his values. He’s a too-good-to-be-true complete package of a human being. But what is it about us? What is it about David? Am I just at a place in my life where there’s a void he’s filling… A reconnection to music, a lesson on how to treat people, humility, being positive, lyrics that touch my soul about faith, hope and love, working extremely hard at something you’re passionate about, being yourself even if it means being a little dorky, spreading joy and respect to others always. There are tons of things David does that touch my heart I could go on forever. When I first saw him on TV at his audition singing “Waitin On the World to Change” my first thought was he can sing. Then when he sang Heaven I loved his voice and I noticed how his smile lit everyone up. Was it what he was singing, how he sounded singing it or how he made me feel when he sang. It was all three. Imagine blew me away. I’ve never physically felt lyrics or a song before. The rest is history…ODD I just find it inexplicable that there are people that hear David sing and don’t feel what I do. I am so grateful that there is a place I can come and feel validated. It’s comforting. I look forward to the day when I can meet fellow NDers at a time that is right for me (hopefully soon)
Yes, what photo at the pool? Maybe you mean the one when he was petting the dolphin during Idol?
mummuzboys127:
I have to choose who to speak to about my ODD. My family has adapted and it did take them awhile as this is completely out of character for me. I do have a daughter and 2 granddaughters who are David fans and both daughters watch AI with their kids and hubbies every season. However, they have never experienced maximum strenght fascination with any AI contestant.
I think that my family initially reacted because it is so out of character and because it brings me a measure of joy that is new territory for me. I pretty much explained to them early on that it was my hobby just as they had their hobbies that I supported and I expected their support–sometimes they tease me but no more than I tease them about their hobbies. The biggest adaptation for them was that it was so out of character–and it is–and I make jokes about myself sometimes like my new years resolution that I wrote about a few threads back. I also make jokes about them and they make jokes about me so all is fair!
I’ve also spoken to my colleagues and even converted some to appreciate David’s music. They tolerate my interest as I also tolerate their various interests and musical interests is a fun discussion to have with anyone.
What is so fabulous about this David fan journey I have embarked on (I laughingly say I was “abducted”) is that the people I meet who have ODD are cut from the same cosmic cloth as I. It is always like meeting someone I have known forever. There is beauty and joy in sharing this David fan journey. We are the lucky ones!
{{{{Hugs}}}} to you – and know I am here anytime you need to share. Or you can email me at kizzix2008@gmail.com.
kizzi…thank you
From snarkyarchies:
David will be performing at Clearview Mall in Metairie at noon on Feb. 15.
In case I can’t log on from home…I just have to say one thing..we all have been at a loss to explain why we feel the way we do..why we feel a kinship, why, when we meet each other we are so comfortable with each other like we already know each other…why we all love David the way we do.
Why? well, why is it so hard to believe we all may have known each other AND David in a previous life? Or maybe, we didn’t KNOW each other, but we all Loved David in a previous life..
Look, I know it sounds really crazy, and most of us don’t or at I didn’t use to, believe in “such nonsence” but more and more I’m starting to believe in the possibility….I mean the kid is 18..has a glorius voice, sure..and looks great..but I’m a grown woman, and so are all of you ( and men too ). I’m too old to be so OTT over a teenage sensation…who makes me feel like a teenager myself. And BTW, my kids know how I feel about David..and they are very ok with it cuz they see I’m happier than I’ve been in years. My sister & I share our ODD..but I’m a little worse..although she had a severe bout of ODD for a while..She’s calmed down somewhat..I think though, that she will seriously consider committing me when she reads this post..
But until someone comes up with a better explanation for all the WHYS? this is my answer for myself..and it’s strangely comforting to me.
And it’s ok if all you beautiful women who have said in the past that you would like to meet me, are changing your mind now…but really, I’m just trying to find answers too, so judge me to harshly, ok?
Maybe I need a doctor?
Gotta get home now..
Later ( I hope )!!
I meant DON”T judge me too harshly!
BYE-BYE !
MOM #127 – ODD can be frustrating at times can’t it, especially when something exciting happens for David and it’s all you can think about and all you want to talk about. I know.
I’m fortunate to have friends that let me babble on and on about him, but it’s not the same as talking with people that feel the same way we do.
I’m slowly “converting” friends so as to widen my circle of “confidants” LOL but in the meantime, it’s nice to come here and share the love of this talented young man.
In the process, I feel like I’ve made some amazing acquaintances and now have an extended family with all the crazy, quirky personalities of a real one.
We challenge one another, we tease one another, we surprise one another, at times we irritate one another then forgive one another and we support one another. We laugh, we cry, we shake our heads at one another, we worry, we hope, we pray, and we bake brownies.
Yep guys, looks like you’re stuck with me, cuz I love this place and I’m not leavin’!
{{{Group Hug}}}
mommuzboyz #128, “what is the common thread?” Boy, if that isn’t the million dollar question! lol Maybe being an Aquarian (and usually Spock-like in my logical nature), I’ve asked myself that many times. It is so unlike me to go overboard like this… defies all logic.
There is a common thread, though, and Kizzi’s right, “It is always like meeting someone I have known forever.” I find it’s also a bit like wandering around a foreign land and finally running into someone who speaks your language.
Whatever that common thread is, I wouldn’t trade it for anything. Nor any of you, for that matter….
Seeing as we all seem like old friends due to our love of David…….Anyone willing to set up a Ventrillo or Skype server ? Voice chat FTW. Cost is minimal and can be shared by all. I don’t know how to set one up, but I use Ventrillo when I play WOW. Its simple and just a mouse click away. All you need is a mic and speakers or a headset.
Just throwing out the idea.
Abrra
mom#127
(((hugs)))
All I know is that I have never “felt”music before… I owe so much to David… He just brings joy… It’s so nice to know we are all in the same “boat”.
TOfan “wandering around a foreign land and finally running into someone who speaks your language.”
Amen!
Kizzi,I so wish I could have been at the dinner you organized…I’m sure it was a blast and my plans for this year include meeting more NDer’s (that includes you SF)
Tofan, your statement ‘I find it’s also a bit like wandering around a foreign land and finally running into someone who speaks your language.’ is so true. My daughters know I am crazy about David and his music but not the extent of my ODD. There is really no one around that I can talk to about it. My husband really isn’t interested.
Two of my little grandchildren love David too. One is 4 and the other is 2 and when she sees my computer always asks to see or hear “Dabid Letta” So far I have not been able to see David live but hope to when he tours. In the meantime lurking here is the best.
Abrra – I checked out that Ventrilo software for voice chatting. It sounds cool!
Refer to my post #134…specifically “at times we irritate one another”. Oh..Oh…
You don’t know how I can talk…unless the software comes with a roll of duct tape that the rest of my fellow ND family can slap over my mouth, I fear this could cause friction in “the family”…they may want to disown me.
Seriously though, how cool would that be…I mean, that we could all “talk”, NOT that you would “disown” me!
TOFAN, your statement ‘I find it’s also a bit like wandering around a foreign land and finally running into someone who speaks your language.’ THIS.
We probably should consider putting up our own country, then? Tee-hee
Meanwhile, finally a video interview & an article on David from the Latino Gala
http://blogamole.mtvtr3s.com/2009/01/21/david-archuleta-speaks-up-for-los-jovenes-at-dc-gala/
And another HRC interview posted at Snarkies – Ahhh his laugh is like music to my ears!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eflfZaAdBRg
JR – thanks for the blog link . . I like how they referred to him as an AI GRADUATE rather than the other stuff they say . . although I would still rather have him introduced as THE VOICE and not have anything said about AI . . oh well . . it’s a step in the right direction.
you all are so wonderful, you know exactly how I feel and you all articulate it so much better than I do…I’m just in awe
Am I a bit snobbish..because what is David doing singing at a “mall” where people shop/? That kind of mall…to entertain shoppers? Tell me I am wrong please…
marlie7…and Freofan….In regards to the question of “what pool?”…the one that is behind him in his Xmas blog…don’t tell ne I was seeing things?
Comment #3..in a row…I think that rascal has given up on us and he thinks that we are all somewhat nuts…He gives us a new topic to keep us quiet for awhile…and so on…
SF #132 – I loved how you put it all . . I think you are exactly right . . we knew each other before and David isn’t young enough to be our son or grandson – we’re all the same age . . I like that idea
You are too hard on yourself . We love you! No judging here.
BTW – did you read the list I wrote of all the reasons I love you and who you are? I know I’m not alone in my list. (It’s on the last thread close to the end)
comment #4…because no one is here yet…See how my avi goes so nice with rascal’s background…now I am snobbish!!!! Our sweet pooch in the pic. is going to the Potomac in the spring…over 3,000 labs at the biggest labrador retriever show in the world…now I will tap dance…tap..tap..tap…what else can I do until someone arrives?? I guess I will go and watch…drum roll…AI8!!!! For a laugh I guess this early…
mamasaun…I bet I am one of the oldest…and I really don’t know how that happened…getting so old and everytrhing…but really i will never be old…never!!! Poor David if we all arrive together at a concert…I just can’t…. imagine…
SB – haha – I’m pretty old too, but when we talk about David I don’t feel old
Sandy – “Am I a bit snobbish..because what is David doing singing at a “mall” where people shop/? That kind of mall…to entertain shoppers? Tell me I am wrong please…”
Just remember, he’s doing this for the radio station. He NEEDS the radio stations. He’s taking care of business.
juliebug…explain to me how that works please…the radio station etc…
I am serious about this question as well…what is DC involved with these days? Was he at any of the inaugural functions? I have heard very little about him…
Kizzi – I wanted to let you know that I just sent you an email regarding your idea.
archiesfan4life…ooooh…love those roses and babys breath!!!
Sandy – Basically he plays nice with the radio stations the radio stations play nice with him and play his songs. The radio stations play his songs, people hear his songs. People hear his songs, people buy his songs. People buy his songs, we get more of his songs in the future. Simple.
No one is too good for kissing (self-censored) when you have to. Business…. He can be as artsy and principled as he wants but he’s gotta take care of business so that he’s GOT a business to take care of. It may be his passion, but it’s also his career. It’s how he wants to earn a living. So he’s gotta treat it like a business.
If he doesn’t, then he’ll need to look into a different career and treat his music as a hobby. He needs to be able to support himself and a family someday. You can’t usually do that with a hobby. So…business.
haha!
mamasaun…You are the sweetest lady! I love you too! And I look forward to meeting you someday soon!
SandyBeaches..The “concert” at the mall is FREE..and it is exposure..I doubt David will do a complete set, Crush & ALTNOY..possibly Angels or ATM.
I’m hoping we get a TOUR schedule real soon, with details like is he solo or is someone opening for him. Obviously, by the way David is talking about it and calling it “MY OWN TOUR”, he will NOT be opening for anyone else.
Also, after his Senior Dance on Saturday..I expect to hear about more radio interviews/appearances promoting ALTNOY & his TOUR, he has to promote his tour!!
BTW…I”m a SENIOR..why can’t I be David’s date??
Sandy – DC and his band are in Iraq with the USO. He’s starting a tour of colleges in mid-February.
SF – ahahaha!
At least I’m a SENIOR when I go to the movies and to KROGER’S on Wednesdays..the only time I’ll admit to it!
SF – you should ask David for a senior discount to his concerts. hahaha!
SB #154 Thanks! Yellow roses are my favorite!
SF #156 – hahaha!
Abrra – now that I am not doing 6 things at once, I realize it was your idea that I emailed Kizzi about – sorry about the confusion – multi tasking is just too much anymore
I’m really curious as to who pays for what after you sign a record deal and hire a manager.
Just to name a few of the expenses:
Travel – Airfare, cabs, limos, etc.
Accommodations – Hotels, etc.
Meals
Recording studio fees
Music producer fees
Songwriter fees
Musician fees for studio recordings
Musician fees for tour performances
Promotional/Advertisement fees
Promotional Materials
Website Design and Maintenance
Photographer/Artwork for Album Design
Actual production of CDs and/or file for downloads or distribution to radio stations
Personal Stylists
Booking agents/companies to book concert venues
Who’s paying for all of this stuff? I heard that David got some sort of an advance but he was responsible for paying the recording studio and producer fees before his profits kicked in.
After a brief search I came up with this, but I’m still confused:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Recording_contract
Does anybody understand all of this? I’m really curious.
Ventrillo works easy. Once you have it installed you can set up a push-to-talk key ( I use left CTRL). You can’t be heard unless you hit your push to talk key. That way folks won’t be talking over each other. It’s kinda like a CB. You can hear all in the room and you jump in with your comment when there is a lull in the conversation. Also you can adjust the volume for each person (screen name) in the room. Some may sound too soft or loud when they first come in. Anyhoo I have found it to be a virtually free long distance tool.
Cost is monthly and based on the number of users you think you’d need at any given time. It’s about $1/per person per month, give or take.
It’s possible to have multiple room created to spread folks out or maybe some wasnt to duck in a room for a fast private comment. it’s a pretty functional program all around.
Abrra
joner 134 – ditto to everything
juliebug 155 -”taking care of business”
Agree – It is a tough business, and you gotta do what you gotta do. There are politics in every business.
sandybeaches – Think of all the fans he will gain after they see him perform live!
silverfox#132 – you are way too funny. I loved your comments about ND/ODD – esp. the “……OTT over a teenage sensation ……..who makes me feel like a teenager myself.” YIKES! I thought I was the only one affected like that. My hubby has even asked me If I was infatuated with DAVID. Not sure that’s it – it’s just that his voice has given me so much enjoyment (and then some……..).
mommuzboys#127/rapture#36 – I too am alone with my ODD at home. I am the brunt of many jokes around here. My only ally is a 3 1/2yo grandaughter who lives on the opposite coast. One of my daughter in laws (mother of grandaughter fan of David), two nieces and my oldest son tolerate my ODD. The rest think I’ve lost it. Although I rarely post, I check (sneak) in here at least once a day unless I have no access to the internet. I also travel no where without my ipod/zunes and have gone through several pairs of earbuds and have 3 CD’s (one for my car, one for player in kitchen & one for emergencies). I can’t explain how much this ND community has helped me. Just that it’s been very therapeutic to be able to find others who feel the way I do about the VOICE. In fact, “Desperate” (David’s song) pretty much explains how I felt BND (before ND) . Since then, there have been so many days that I needed a boost and I would come here & listen (yeah, I meant that) to happy, tofan, beebee, joner and silverfox partying. Laughter is such a great tonic and there always seems to be plenty of that here.
Another thought – recently got a fortune that said somethin, somethin to the affect “all you really want in your life is peace”. Then I received a flyer from Brighton (jewelry & purses) about their peace campaign. I bought this cool bracelet with charms – one has IMAGINE on it. This in addition to being addicted to David’s Imagine at the Holiday of Hope Tree Lighting video. He sings it with such emotion that it brings me to tears every time…….you may say I’m a dreamer but I’m not the only one. For me, this is his message (you know how he loves to sing a song that has a message) to me. Truly believe one of his missions is to bring peace into our lives. Not necessarily World peace but peace to everyone he touches. And then if we were to follow his example…….. Yesterday would have been perfect if he were only able to sing that at one of the inagural events. Sorry, I did ramble (and probably made no sense either).
fandaforever – You made perfect sense and I can totally relate to what you are saying. There must truly be something in our DNA that connects us together through our love for David and his music. All can feel loved here.
Juliebug #157 – I’m not trying to be a jerk, but that Iraq visit has “Idol” written all over it.
Wanna make a bet they use footage of that visit when Cook appears on the show this year?
I’m stopping here before I get myself in trouble…;)
joner – yep, 10-1
I realize that David will have more fans after his tour but he has many many thousands after his idol tour…I guess that I feel he is in the big time and reducing that to mall singing is not where he could be if someone latched onto him and teamed him up with some of the other greats…Did Taylor Swift or the Jonas Brothers or maybe even Miley sing in small venues like a mall or for free?? Maybe they did and I need a little more history on the other young ones…someone grab on to him please and keep him from such places…
I will tell you where I am coming from with this…Here in Canada, we had a great Canadian Idol singer…Kalan Porter…he was the winner…made the news headlines…everyone went crazy…called him the Little Prince…he was awesome…Then he started to sing in malls…ouch…his new found stardon started to die down,,,fade for him…small venues…I just am nervous to see this for David that is all….I’ve seen how it happens…
OK guys..I’m gonna confess..I have to, cuz I can’t stand it anymore
I am watching American Idol…Yes..Only cuz the auditions are in Louisville..then I’m done..although there were a few good ones that are goin’ to Hollywood, there’s not one that is like my one & only IDOL, David The Voice. But there was one little girl who had me in tears, though..
Anyway..as I said I’m done with AI..so please, David, don’t ask me to watch! Please!
Add me to the list of ODDers who have to suffer in silence. I wish there was someone close who I can discuss my feelings with, but ,alas, its not meant to be. Well at least there’s always the internet.
Silverfox #132- lol on your attempts of trying to make sense of the whole Archu-universe. I loved it.:)
Speaking of ODD, I ran across this song, It predates David’s AI experience, but I think several of you can relate to the lyrics, haha. It’s performed by Nellie McKay and its called
“David”
Look at you you’re young
Havin’ so much fun
Gonna be a star
Blah blah blah
And click there goes the phone
I don’t wanna know
What my
Horoscope’s predicting
Just pour me a drink
Cuz I need a kick
I don’t wanna think
I just wanna sip
[chorus]
David don’t you hear me at all
David won’t you give me a call
Waitin’ here not makin’ a sound
David come around
Mister bushie says
I’m your president
I have lots to say
Hey hey hey
And click goes the remote
There you have my vote
Catchin’ the next boat out of here
Just pour me a drink
Cuz I need a lie
I don’t wanna think
I just wanna die
[chorus]
David don’t you hear me at all
David don’t you hear through the wall
Waitin’ here not makin’ a sound
David come around
[bridge]
Chaos pervades the world outside
Days offer spades of hurled outcries
Gone is the fair and five and dime
But he is there
He’s so fine
Listen to her play
Has somethin’ to say
Even has a rap
Clap clap clap
But click there goes the lid
Sorry ’bout the fib
I ain’t got a grip on nothin’
Just pour me a drink
Right outta the can
I don’t wanna think
I just want my man
[chorus]
David don’t you hear me at all
David dear I’m just down the hall
Waitin’ here not makin’ a sound
David come around.
Joner #162, I can’t seem to post links here anymore, but if you go to the Entertainment.HowStuffWorks website and search for “How Music Royalties Work” there’s some eye-opening info on Advances and Recoupement for recording artists.
JR4DA, “our own country”? yesss. Can it please be somewhere warm? Can our official language be singing?
SB #171, Kalan Porter may be a cutie but he ain’t no David Archuleta (sorry, Kalan). When Avril Lavigne had her first CD, I remember that she performed in quite a few malls — it’s that whole teen marketing thing, unfortunately. Didn’t seem to hold her back though, right?
ok! have I used my alloted space in the previous post? Three times I tried to post and 3x its disappeared……
Normally I would not do this…you know, make you drool, or anything like that..but this photo was posted at FOD, so it must be OK…I just think it’s a hilarious photo..but the link may be “forbidden”, you know how they’re so obsessive about their photos..
http://fansofdavid.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/01/bed.jpg
SF – It is “forbidden”, but if it’s the one of David in the bed, I saw it too. I can’t believe he felt comfortable having that picture taken. Actually, I felt a bit uncomfortable just looking at it. It’s just not “him”…
Joner…Do ya think he sleeps in his sneakers & fully dressed??
If he was partially dressed..or even in just a tee like the Matt Clayton photo and sitting on a bed..that would not be like David…I think?? Actually some of the Album photos were more, way more suggestive than this little ole photo..He’s not even “posing” suggestively. I just wonder what he was thinking : lol :
My laughing smiley didn’t show up..maybe the smiley didn’t think it was funny either…hahaha!
Tofan…I know you are correct about Kalan..basically I thought that David didn’t need to keep doing what needs to be for the teens…I wish that other ages had more importance then the teen thing…
I always thought that David was different from all others and it would not be the same train track for him…he is so on a track of his own…ou see that is how I have David built up in my mind…..
David is just too good to sing in a mall because millions already know him and love him…he is not just being introduced…maybe things will be different…Step it up a notch managers…David is the best you will eve rhave so treat him like the awesome guy he is ….
I was wondering where some of the other regular posters were tonight, then I remembered..AI and LOST on TV..I DVR’d LOST & will watch it this weekend.
Sandy..you worry too much..relax! David will be fine! He has an angel on his shoulder..and he has US, his true & loyal forever fans!
Good night all..for David The Voice…
Dear Lord, Though we are unworthy to ask,
Please take Care Of David. Watch over him, 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 and guidance to say no to those who ask for more than he can reasonably give. Surround David with loving and supportive people who love him UNCONDITIONALLY as we, his ARCHANGELS do. Separate David from those who have agendas other than for his well being. Give him rest when he’s weary. Give him stamina to sustain his hectic pace. Give him assurance when he feels doubt. Give him joy when he feels sad. Cloak him always in your protective arms. Keep David healthy & strong as he fulfills his Destiny which was written in his Book of Life before he was born.
Though we may be unworthy, we humbly pray.
Amen.
Sweet dreams! Be safe & secure in our love always! Take care. You will always be numero uno in our eyes! Thank you for all you do and for just being you!
CONTIGO SIEMPRE CON AMOR!
Hope we don’t have to wait too long before we hear from David again!!
silverfox…I will not worry…he does have his angels…how could I forget…? Til tomorrow then…
Sorry, I’m butting in after not following every comment today. Caught just a few about the mall performance in NO. Isn’t that one for a radio station? He’s still having to work at getting airplay, I think. Schmoozing with the stations. Too bad that’s necessary, if that’s what’s happening, but radio deejays aren’t known for being forward thinkers.
Hello everyone,
Re. the mall performance. If you go to this link on Idol Forums, it says that David will appear at the Clearview Mall WITH Jesse McCartney. There’s no mention of either of them performing. There’s also mention of how well ALTNOY is doing on the local radio station there. My guess is that they will both probably sign a few autographs and give some “shout outs” to the crowd.
http://idolforums.com/index.php?showtopic=589737&pid=18589084&st=180&#entry18589084
How do you try to explain something that for a year has taken over a big part of your life? What is it that keeps me focused on David at ODD moments throughout the day? My thoughts are never very far from him. I have asked myself what ODD is, and like so many others, have come up with no definite answer. The people in my life like him and appreciate his voice, but don’t experience what I do when they hear it. The only answer I can come up with is that, when I heard The Voice, something inside me that was asleep, awakened. Something that has been asleep for a long time sat up, and opened its’ eyes and ears and KNEW that voice! And still, everytime I hear it, I go all euphoric and it’s just a deep, deep bliss. No one has touched me like that, on that level. He fascinates me, this awaker of my soul. My fascination has led me to discover that this Voice is driven by a young man of such virtue and virtuosity, such passion and intensity! The way he talks about his love of music; the way he pours himself out in his song till there’s nothing left, except him standing, spent and exhausted on the stage. The way his eyes glow at that moment and his smile lights up the whole room. This much I know… something sacred in me loves him so very much. Something profane in me loves him too. Not gonna lie. I can’t help it if the awaker of my soul also happens to be the utterly, magical, beautiful seducer of everything else. And now, to quote REO, “I’ve said too much; I haven’t said enough.
Thanks for clarifying, ebonyangel. I guess that’s what I get for finally trying to limit the number of blogs/forums I visit. I’m out of the loop!
Kait, Idol Forums could be wrong re. the mall concert.
If you go to the B97 FM website, they state that David and Jesse will perform together on Sunday, Feb 15. Details are forthcoming. While not as talented, Jesse is much more well known than David. I think this gig will be lots of fun for them and the audience.
http://www.b97.com/pages/3666594.php
Whoops! I meant REM, not REO.
Angelica #184 – Beautiful post. “…when I heard The Voice, something inside me that was asleep, awakened.” Yes.
My first fumbling image to describe the experience of hearing his voice was something like a funnel of energy coming at me. Something pure and strong and true inside of me connected with that Voice.
Perhaps as the lovely SF has said, we knew each other in a past life. For me, it is more that I am remembering what I am. I am connecting with my true self. Yes Angelica, for me too, this feels like an awakening.
When I met David, I said that what I appreciated about his music was that he goes to the deepest meaning of music, and connects hearts and souls. That this transcendent soul is housed in a person of such beauty and compassion, well, it’s all just too much. I discovered David last May, and literally, there has not been one day since then that I have not listened to his voice.
See – this is why our family and friends don’t “get” us. This is waaaaay too weird to share with the “unconverted” haha!
Liz – how in the world were you composed enough to say this beautiful thing!?!?!
“When I met David, I said that what I appreciated about his music was that he goes to the deepest meaning of music, and connects hearts and souls.”
I want to see him again so that I can say something coherant. Will you come with me?
And the rest of this–>
That this transcendent soul is housed in a person of such beauty and compassion, well, it’s all just too much. I discovered David last May, and literally, there has not been one day since then that I have not listened to his voice.
So well said. Me, too.
smanda – Yes, let’s meet David again together. I must admit that I agonized over what I would say. And I practiced it haha!!! And still had trouble getting it out!!!
I would love to meet you sometime.
Do you think the reason it’s hard to talk to David is because it’s so hard to express in words what he and his music have done to us? . . or For us? I just can’t find the words . . many of you have expressed my feelings so beautifully, but the expressions are pretty long some times, just because they embody so many feelings. . and I don’t think there’s time to say all of that in a brief meeting with David. That and the tongue tied thingy.
Hi Samanda!
Liz- I was so afraid that I wouldn’t actually get to see him when I so much wanted to that I didn’t want to jinx it by being overly prepared. (writing this makes me laugh!) My kids were there, and also my best friend who is a Cookie and thinks I am slightly certifiable. When I arrived at the buses in SLC, I suddenly realized that I am an “old girl” and when David looked at me he was NOT going to see my radiant soul, the soul that loves him so much, he was just going to see my old body. I was such a mess, I didn’t even have anything reasonable for him to sign! All I could do was ask to shake his hand and as soon as he did, I blurted out, “Love you!” and for just a moment there, he looked at me and I think he DID see the soul that loves him so much. It was incredible.
Haha – I have the feeling that I am going to be a little old lady in her rocking chair, telling all the nurses this story!
I would love to meet you, too, Liz. In fact, I hope we all get to meet somewhere, someday.
Hi darling mamasaun -
I HAVE met mamasaun and you know what? The minute we laid eyes on each other, we knew each other’s hearts. Quite incredible!
Where has Rascal gone??
About David performing in malls…..I know we all think that David is incredible, and he is, but he can’t bypass the dues paying route. He must do the grunt work, he has to do the sweat equity.
Many in the industry see idol as a short cut, and are envious of it. So in order for David to have the credibility he wants and deserves he must earn it, and having a gorgeous voice is just not enough. The whole radio thing is imho a form of legal payola. You have to give them a certain amount of attention because that is how you get your message (music) out.
So why we may think he’s above it (it would be a mistake, i think), it would be only if he wants a limited fanbase. If he is to expand he will play every festival, mall, and county fair he can.
smanda – “that’s what I’m talkin’ about” . . kindred spirits! love you!
Nite all
Sweet dreams . . .
Good evening (late night) to you all. I’m just here for a quick drive by. It’s midnight and I still have to finish prepping for tomorrow’s classes – midterm exams next week! (I’m administering them, not taking them! lol) Anyway…
Abbra #136. I love your idea about the Skype (I watch a lot of Oprah!) but unfortunately, I would not be able to participate in such a plan! My ODD is definately a covert operation at home here with my family. Hooray for the silence of the internet and earbuds! – Virtually undetectible! There’s just no way I could be having a conversation with people out in the open! Still, I hope you get it to work out for whoever can participate!
JR #140:
Thanks for the link to that video. The screen shot of David (frozen on the screen) before you actually click “play” is just devine. He is really glowing. I wish that “play” button wasn’t right smack in the middle of it!
Also, JR to answer your question from the last thread: “No, there are no photos from our NYC nD gathering.” I don’t think it occurred to anyone of us to bring a camera or take pictures.
SF #174: So where on FOD is this hilarious photo you tried to link? I got the “forbidden” message. I have gotten that often. How is it that you can view it, but it comes up FORBIDDEN for me? Please help if you can.
MOMMUZBOYS: I have lots to say to you regarding your comment on the other thread about not being “able to find the words to explain where you’re going and why” to your family if you wanted to join the NYC nD gathering.. I see I missed you earlier and I don’t have the time to articulate right now the way I’d like to (got to get to that midterm review material!), but I will at my next opportunity! Till then… peace.
ps I love my avi. I’m going to have my daughter show me how I can add color!
Mommuzboys and all-
There is not one person in my life that knows the extent of my ODD. Of course they know that I love his music and listen all the time. (more than they know!)
But I always have at least three tabs open. Here, facebook and Snarkys. The minute I hear someone coming up the stairs to my home office, I quick switch to my facebook. My youngest son has seen all of these sites – the others… not so much.
Many times he comes into this room with his guitar and just sits on the floor and plays to me.
When I hear that, I turn it all off and just listen.
But when I fall asleep at night, David is still in my head.
That voice. I can’t help it.
smanda – Loved your “I was a mess” story. Remember that when SF met David for the first time in Lexington, she literally could not say ONE word. I was there with her and can confirm this story!
(And the nurses are going to love ALL of our incredible stories haha! Thanks, you gave me my laugh-out-loud moment tonight.)
betsy – I too have a guitar-playing son that plays to me (although he’s grown and lives on his own.) Sweet!
Angelica, davidfanliz and smanda,
Discussion about what draws us to David – I have thought about this so much, too. I think the term “transcendent soul” really describes what I see in David. I have had some pretty woo woo thoughts about him since around the time he sang Imagine.
Getting risky here, but I think he has a serious role to fulfill in his life. I have no idea what it is, but the very fact that he can draw strangers together, instill peace in the hearts and souls of so many, and encourage a change in behavior and intent in others is enough to make me believe that. It may be just to be a leader in his field, to provide a role model for others to follow.
I see the same kind of charismatic and empowering qualities in Obama, a leader for our time, a man of integrity and strength who has brought a nation back together.
Are there others out there? Souls whose role it is to bring people together for good in many and varied walks of life? I would bet there are and they are emerging all around us. Musicians, politicians, physicians, teachers, writers, managers, community volunteers.
They share some common attributes, and it isn’t an accident that they all possess a certain beauty, both physically and psychically. And I suspect it’s also no accident that they are emerging now.
Okay, off my woo woo soapbox, now.
Re forbidden picture:
Does this work?
http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk88/netterbutter-928/bed1.jpg
Yes, that worked!
Oh guys- I’m hearing rumblings that that picture was snitched from a private photobucket and never meant to be released. Can it be taken down? It feels like David’s privacy is just being invaded right and left.
PS – It’s not the picture I am concerned about – its just the privacy thing.
Rae #80 Your post, about whether or not we all have something in common is so intriguing to me because I’m very analytical too and try to figure out a mystery until it’s a mystery no more. All I know is that when you hear David’s voice, it changes you forever. I believe there are angels among us and David is a perfect example of one. He has given us so much enjoyment but most of all he’s given us a feeling of peace. There’s something about the sound of his voice, and I believe I even feel it when he speaks, that creates a peaceful glow. For me, his voice alone, and the euphoria it brings is enough for me to stay a fan of his. But there’s so much more. There’s his integrity that is rare in someone his age; there’s the way he talks about his family and friends; there’s his infectious smile, his facial expressions and his intelligence; the way he smiles when he finishes singing, his good-naturedness and the uncomparable angelic glow in his eyes!!!!!!!!!!!!! ****Sigh****
Back to the Sundance performances for a bit..You can really tell how good-natured David is when, during a song, fans desperately offer their hands for David to touch and he so willingly and without hesitation touches their hands in the middle of a song, over and over again. Not only is he good-natured but the doesn’t miss a trick.
mamasaun #191 To answer your question: “Do you think the reason it’s hard to talk to David is because it’s so hard to express in words what he and his music have done to us?” Definitely! I haven’t yet had the pleasure of meeting David in person but I’m certain that I’ll have a very hard time talking to him. Maybe I won’t talk; I’ll just watch (ogle) from the sidelines as everyone else gets a turn! Nooooo! I will never forgive myself. All I really want is to look into those angelic eyes in person and maybe say one or two words and if I’m lucky, touch his hand. Is that asking too much?
I was a mess the other night because my daughter said she’d be home at 9:00 and it was 11:00 and she still wasn’t home. I knew she had to take three friends home so she had three stops to make but still it angered me because it was a school night. I had to calm down. I flipped on my ITunes, heard David sing ‘”Barriers”, “My Hands” ands “Somebody Out There” and by the time my daughter walked in the door, instead of giving her the riot act again, I hugged her, so glad she was home and safe. The power of THE VOICE.
I keep remembering Dolly Parton’s comment when she coached David for her song “Smokey Mountain Memories”, one of my favorite Idol performances….
“I really think he has THE VOICE to become a great great singer…”
She knew.
Hi everyone! Another crazy day.. don’t have time to post much… but want to share this — I think it’s the buid-a-bear song LET’S TALK ABOUT LOVE
Sometimes i wonder,
What i’d be when i grew up,
And then i remembered,
It was anything i dreamed of,
I could be a poet or a singer,
Or i can be a scientist,
But before i make that decision,
Let’s talk about my list,
Let’s talk about love,
Let’s talk about peace,
And living in perfect harmony,
Let’s talk about hugs,
And let’s talk about ways that we can share,
Let’s talk about you, let’s talk about me,
Let’s talk about how we can be one big family,
Let’s talk about love.
Sometimes i feel like,
I want to give my friends a call,
To tell them what i am dreaming,
And everything i want,
I want us to be a little closer,
And to always reach out a hand,
To be kind to on another,
And always understand,
It’s all about love,
It’s all about peace,
And living in perfect harmony,
It’s all about hugs,
It’s all about ways we can share,
it’s about you, it’s all about me,
It’s all about how we can be one big family,
It’s all about love.
Bridge:
La la la la la la la, la la la la la, la la la la la la la,la la la la la,
Everybody has a heart,
Everybody has a smile,
Let’s wrap a bow around each one,
And give it away in a…
Source: http://www.buildabear.com/lovehugspeace/song.aspx
Oh dear! A Build-a-Bear song with “magic rainbows” lyrics? Why do I feel a Rascal Rant post coming (if he has the time to compose one, that is)?
That’s one venture I believe dear sweet David should have passed on. If his peeps didn’t even try to get him on the Kids Inauguration Ball roster (where he could have been serenading two of his most important voters from last season – Sasha and Malia – alongside Miley and the Jonas Brothers), then they most certainly could have skipped the Build-a-Bear thingy too. JMHO.
However, I totally agree with what Brooklyndawn said: “Many in the industry see idol as a short cut, and are envious of it. So in order for David to have the credibility he wants and deserves he must earn it, and having a gorgeous voice is just not enough.”
This! This is why I believe TPTB changed their enthusiasm from supporting David initially to backing Cook. I believe last season the franchise showed their hand – they were clearly looking for “street cred” so promoting a more mature, entertaining and talented “bartender” who’s “paid his dues” traveling the grunge bar circuit helped them look like the show has “grown up” past their cheesy image of “cutesy pop stars” (isn’t that one article said?). Having David as the AI Winner would not have given them “street cred.”
Ignorance, if you ask me. Because don’t tell me, had David been crowned American Idol Season 7, that 19E wouldn’t have had David Archuleta up front and center at everything and everywhere important in Washington. Like performing at the Kids Inauguration Ball, at the Youth Inauguration Ball. Trust me when I tell you: if David were the American Idol winner (and not runner-up) he would have been singing at a major ball where the President and First Lady were in attendance (i.e. Jordin Sparks singing at the Commander-in-Chief Ball).
What did they have Cookie do during this hugely important event? (Someone wanted to know upthread.) He was singing overseas for the troops. I see for all their support for Cook as their winner, they’re still relegating him to “paying his dues.” Don’t get me wrong. Singing for the troops is a high honor. But during the major Inauguration Balls going on in D.C.?!
Still playing up Cook’s “street cred” I see. If David were the winner and not runner-up, do you really think they would have had him doing something similar during the Presidential Inauguration activities? I think not!
AI really screwed themselves on this one.
Good morning everyone!
Good morning!
Everyone can breathe easier today..the bed photo that made everyone uneasy has been removed at FOD..
Personally, I just thought it was funny..saw nothing remotely uneasy about it..It was part of a photo shoot..taken by a professional photog, not a friend or family member in his own room. I don’t think David would have agreed to it if HE thought there was anything inappropriate about it. I think it’s everyone’s reaction to it that’s making it controversial. making too much out of a silly photo.
The respect I have for David has not been diminished at all cuz of this photo. At any rate..it’s been removed, only to be brought back out at some point again..to cause more fretting & more BUZZ. I don’t know..maybe I’m seeing it in a different way? It’s not even provocative, not to me..the low riders & belt buckle photo was way more provocative, IMO..
Have a great day everyone!
SF, I had a late night so didn’t really go through all the posts to see what new developments occurred.
So, what is this “bed photo” controversy that you’re talking about? Dang it, did I miss something good?
#183 ebonyangel, From the B97 website:
” . . . you can see BOTH David Archuleta and Jesse McCartney performing LIVE for FREE in a special B97 performance on Sunday 2/15″
http://www.b97.com/pages/3666594.php
Good morning everyone,
202 Angelica, link to the “forbidden” bed picture:
http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk88/netterbutter-928/bed1.jpg
Belt buckle photo was more provocative and convincing because I think it reflects some reality. In these weird bed things and some of the clumsy poses in his earlier photo shoots he looks like he sort of checked out until he convinced the photogs to move on.
I am surprised FOD would post it. As a fan of David, I would not have.
HG…all makes wake-up sense to me…Those are the real reasons why things happen…never for a moment do I believe that AI relinquishes the final decision of the winner to the fans…I said before that is why they made such a great fuss over DA the night before the final show…They know who is great and don’t want to appear like they are stupid on the subject…David has been paying his dues for as long as he has been singing and taking himself places such as to the fire stations following 9/11…What he has done before stardom is his early payments on his later dues…his caring and giving cancels out all of his dues that really are a croc of whatever you want to call it…we will call it beans…
David’s dues were paid at each of the 53 concerts this past summer when he gave hope to many discouraged, showed how one can genuinely care and on and on…he has many followers who are waiting for the powers that be to treat him as he treats everyone…and they need to pay their dues and pay up pretty fast…and put him in the front row of singers where everyone can continue to see and hear him…Ah, it is the long and winding road all right…When you are in school and you are amazingly bright they let you skip grades as far as your intelligence takes you…the same should be for anyone with amazing talent and abilities…
HG…the bed controversy is a ridiculous picture taken by a photographer who had something in mind that he did not achive…David was sitting on the edge of a bed looking towards the camera…stupid pictures are probably snuck into the photo shoot so that they can have something different to possibly sell if the time is ever right…
#186, 211, 183 ebonyangel – Sorry! I see you already found that link!
ebonyangel…I was thinking of another picture…the one you just showed was unfortunate for David to have ever been shot…
I know I’m late to the party, been away for a couple of days, but hope I can still unload….
Re: The common thread the ODD’ers are clinging to:
I think it’s the thread of hope for a kinder and more human humankind. As a kid on the cusp of becoming an adult, he used THE VOICE as the ‘supermagnet’ to make us see all the things we gave up on at times as life fed us disillusionment.
He embodies, the joy of living and giving, loyalty, trust, true peace with what is, finding the positive in everything….he breathed life into all the cliché’s. Yet he’s very human, plowing through this fame thing, trying to draw his boundaries, working hard to learn his business and work his voice. Making mistakes and moving on with spirit and support from everyone. He commands respect by respecting others. He earns unconditional love by loving others unconditionally. He accepts others with their faults like everyone would accept him if he had any faults. Lol (Making sure I don’t get worshippy or anything).
I am sure David could write a 4-5 minute song like Desperate, or Stranger in Moscow over one minute’s worth of angst (like when he said he finally started to believe in himself then *poof* the vocal cord thingie). But then he moves on, quickly, and the human dramas in life are never allowed to scar his soul. He keeps right on singing….hope, faith, contentment, whatever. And since many of us are tone deaf, THE VOICE does this for us. He awakened in us this need for a kinder world and this is what we see in each other. Vastly different in our religious, political, social beliefs, age, lifetstyle, etc.. we want to transcend these labels and just be and be there for others. And we find each other.
Note: I am not one of those who think he is some holy being. I believe he is a rare young man who has discipline and conviction and sees what really matters in life. He reminds us of a better us.
*shuts up and logs out before fined for rambling*
There is no fine for rambling especially when they are all worthy comments…thank you for that…thank you for the reminder of all that David cares about…now can someone remind the people who work supposedly for him??
My beliefs…Just as Barack has emerged to lift up the people so has David…
I believe that David did meet President Obama…that moment would have been a wonderful picture if one had been taken…
brooklyndawn #195 – regarding your comment about playing events like fairs – last year the Jonas Brothers played at a summer fair venue not too far from where I live. They did create quite an uproar (with screaming tweens), but it was a fair nonetheless. I do not know much about how these things work, but I just thought I’d share this.
WhatJustHappened #217 – beautiful post – I loved all your comments!
HAPPY ANNIVERSARY DAVID !!! With all the BELLS AND WHISTLES !!!
Fanblast had put together a tribute to David on the anniversary of his first apperance on AI…his first appearance that has led to stardom…the videos are all there…click on each one and have a trip down memory lane…The next picture holds the question…where is David going now???
davidarchuletafanblast.com…
SandyBeaches, what I would give for a photo of President Obama and David together! Sigh.
Thanks for the reminder of his 1st year Anniversary. Yay!!!
For me, however, I’ll be doing a personal celebration on February 19, the 1st year anniversary of “the first time ever I saw” his face…
On the “controversy,” you’re right. That bed photo is ridiculous and the kind of shot I could so see TMZ blowing up when they want to report on a David story that was incongruously salacious. Unfortunate image is all I say…
Off to work now. Have a great day, everyone!
Wow, to think it was just around a year ago that David started broadcasting on a frequency that could only be received by special individuals.
….don’t you all feel, um, “special”?
According to Fanblast he made his first appearance on tv…one year ago today…
WJH#217 No, David is no Holy Being. But there is something going on – a Renaissance of humanity, and he is, along with President Obama and others, a person who’s spirit is recognizable by others who long for change and for deeper meaning in the world. Yes, we LOVE the voice, but if David sang the way he does and was a “playa”, we wouldn’t be nearly so taken with him. It’s his inner spirit that competes the package.
The extreme reactions to both that bed shot (“too risque/grown-up”) and the Build-A-Bear song (“too childish”) indicate the expectations building for our David even from us, his most ardent fans.
It’s no surprise reactions are strong, given that we all want only the best for him. But maybe presuming we know what that is puts even more pressure on him. Dunno if that makes any sense.
Sorry about posting that picture of David on the bed. I said re, forbidden, not because there was anything wrong with it, but because you got that if you clicked on the fanblast link. I heard was not unusual for them and pics they post on their site if you’re not logged on.
I personally don’t see anything wrong with the photo. He posed for it, after all. He is fully clothed. If it bothers many of you though, I will certainly contact Rascal and ask him to remove the link. Let me know.
On a brighter note__I’m going to see David at the mall in Metarie on February 15th!!!!!! I’m so excited!!
Angelica #229 ACH! I’m so jealous! Have fun and report back! (vids?)
Hey all,
Angelica — jellus-oh!
Fanblast is slightly wrong — David made his appearance on the Idol TV show one year ago today, perhaps. But I saw him on Star Search years ago. So technically…
Can’t wait for that tour schedule. Or the Build-A-Bear song. Or the next sanctioned picture or sighting.
(((((Angelica))))))
My issue with that pic is just that it was hacked from a private photobucket and posted with no one’s permission. All kinds of wrong.
So, shall I ask the Word Guru to remove the post? I would like a show of hands for who wants it removed. If a lot of you do, I will ask. Didn’t mean to offend.
Me thinks that David’s fan community is going a little overboard with deciding what is right and proper for David, what is too young or too old, how he should be presented, what should or should not be available for viewing on the internet, etc.
David is not a Saint, he is not the second coming, he is not the moral center, he is not the perfect representation of American youth, he is not an idol to be worshiped and adored.
David is an 18 year old young man who has chosen a very difficult and visible career path. He, and his parents, have chosen individuals and organizations to help promote him to the public and get him name and face recognition. Somethings work out well, others fall flat. His choices will never be perfect, there will always be pitfalls and stumbling blocks. His choices may not be his fan’s choices but we should support and respect those choices. Every picture David poses for, every situation he places himself in, every song he sings are choices, some good some bad.
We need to accept all of the good and all of the bad that flows in cyberspace. It is there for anyone to find or access. Uncomfortable pictures or statements flow freely and that is part of being a public figure.
I have a real hangup with all of the pictures and videos where Jeff Archuleta is a prominent fixture in the background but I have to come to terms that his being there is David’s choice. Would I not post a link because this makes me uncomfortable? I hope not!
This from B97 regarding David’s appearance on 2/15..
( David will NOT be performing )….
B97 presents David Archuleta and Jesse McCartney LIVE during Mardi Gras!
Look for David riding with the B-Krewe in the Krewe of Ceasar Parade on Sat 2/14! (see route below) Can you imagine? Getting tossed a pair of beads from David Archuleta?!?!
Jesse McCartney will be performing LIVE for FREE in a special B97 performance on Sunday 2/15!
Location: Clearview Mall, 4436 Veterans in Metairie (website)
Time: 12pm
No tickets are required! It’s a Free-B Performance!
No age limit! Open to anyone
Note: David Archuleta will not be performing at Clearview Mall on 2/15. Keep listening to B97 for details on how you can win a chance to meet David only from B97!
A voice from the chorus (i.e., a regular lurker) speaking here:
#233 Angelica: My vote is to keep your picture link there. It is a good looking, fun and clean picture. IMHO if it is removed, it would fuel people’s curiosity and suspicion as to how the picture was “inappropriate”. The effect could be far more negative.
#234 Tess: 100% in agreement with you. Give David room. Redirect him if it were something totally utterly undoubtedly wrong. I do not think we have seen that yet. (But I do agree with Smanda re: permissions)
I was reading David’s Life Story with my 10 year old daughter last night. She said, David got all As in schools, right? I was like, yea, until AI, and he got one B. And she said, “That’s still very good.”
And then, we flipped to the page where he was holding a stuff animal dog, and she went, “oh, this is so cute. I could rip the page off.” It was the first time I heard her talking like that. And then she said, but my favorite picture was the flowers one. So we kept flipping, until we came to the one that David was smelling a bouquet, with eyes closed. Again, she went, “I wish I could rip this page off.”
I don’t know what I am trying to say here. I guess I was just happy that some David’s picture made my daughter happy. That moved me. I guess, sometimes, certain things may not work for some people, but may work for others, so it is still all good.
Sorry for rambling. Back to lurkdom.
SF, Oh crap! I just went to the B97 site after reading your post and saw that too. I called to the Clearview Mall manager and asked her about it and she was shocked! She said she just posted on their site this morning that David WAS going to be performing and wanted to know where I heard that. I told her where and she is going to check it out and call me back.
Happy #50, I know it’s a ways back…but, you gave me goosebumps when I read it! There’s just something totally awesome about this ND group! Those that are “out” all the time, and those that “lay-low”! There have been many hours of great times! I have now completed my first week of college!!! I’m so super glad that I decided to do this. I honestly believe I could be a professional student! (yeah, I hear ya, it’s only my first week. Ha! Ha!) David has prompted many of us to do good things with our lives. He has my sincere gratitude. I will always and forever “have his back”!
Angelica…Twas not you, my dear, who “offended”,
twas I !!
It was posted at FOD..David’s main fansite..they thought it was OK..apparently it wasn’t.
I’m just glad David was comfortable enough to do the
Guitar hero in boxers! Otherwise we wouldn’t have that great video!!
It doesn’t matter to me if the photo link is taken down or kept up. I thought it was an innocent pose, and if anything, he looks awkward and a little goofy with a lopsided grin on his face. Whenever I see that photo, I always hone in on his shoes on that white comforter cover — it drives me crazy!
It doesn’t matter to me, either, if the link stays. It doesn’t offend me to have it there or see it. Even if it has sexual undertones, so what? I agree with Frefan, those shoes on the white sheets just slay me LOL!
I know people get uncomfortable with either talking about David as sensual/sexual, or talking about him as though he is the Messiah. He IS sensual, and he ISN’T the Messiah. He’s a human being with a remarkable spirit, and with all the potential problems and mistakes every other human has to deal with.
Avoiding David’s sexuality is taking away a part of him that is real. It’s like saying Obama can’t give his wife sexy looks or whisper in her ear on the dance floor because he’s President. HUH?
Freofan…That’s just it..he does look dorky-funny.
Some of David’s poses in some of his other photo shoots are so much more “suggestive/seductive” than this particular pic, but I guess it’s the “bed” prop
that’s in question…I don’t get it, cuz it’s not HIS bed..it just looks like a big joke to him!
Maybe it’s time to just drop it…there’s more very important topics to discuss…like where is the dang
TOUR SCHEDULE!!
Yes! Where is that dang tour schedule anyway????
Thanks you guys for the feedback on the pic. Didn’t really want to bother Rascal anyway cause he must be really busy. It shall be dropped. Just as soon as I say, “shoes on sheets FTW!” I am an artist and like the time-honored juxtaposition of incongruent things together. Like shoes on sheets, David on a bed…the huh? factor that is intriquing and fun. OK, it’s dropped.
Still waiting to hear back from the Clearwater Mall. What a bummer if he won’t be there. Just when he was gonna be a whiff and a whisper up the road. Well, a four hour drive, but what’s that when it comes to David, I ask you?
I have been moving on to something we want and that is the tour schedule…I have just been doing a search for it and of course came up empty handed…back to work…sleepy time of day…pepsi anyone??
I think all this commotion about the “bed” photo is so funny. Just like what Freo and Marlie said – I cannot even look at the photo because of the shoes on the white comforter. All I want to do is scream at him, like I would to my own kids, “Please get you shoes off the bed!” LOL
Yay for the topic change. Someone had a suggestion earlier to have a regularly scheduled verbal discussion. That is a great time to discuss individual anxieties and our mutual ODD.
I expect bumps in tar road….that is called life experience and teaches much and is the most savory part of learning!
Tess~#234~ I agree … David’s choices are David’s choices…we have to respect that he is choosing what is right for David and the career path he has chosen.He is no pushover by any means. I do believe he knows what he has to do and what is right for him.Each decision is not necessarily going to be the one each and every one of his fans would make but those are not our decisions to make, they are HIS. With the wide age range his fanbase encompasses, not everyone is giong to agree with some of his choices .And this is OK..Everyone is entitled to their opinion which is why ND is such a joy to be part of…Many voices with many different views on David’s decisions..He is doing what works for him,big events or small, we have to remember he is 18 and we are not…sigh..He does seem to be having a blast doing what he loves..We all want what is best for David and that is what is most important. His true fans will “have his back” no matter what and be with him all the way on this journey he has chosen. …And I think we are some of his true fans..Don’t mean to sound like I am preaching..JMHO…..
smanda~I do agree 100% with the privacy issue…David gives his fans so much and it is a shame some are not respectful of the one thing David has asked for..Some privacy…
I agree with Tess about how prominant Jeff is in the picture, and I don’t just mean photographs, if you know what I mean. Don’t get me wrong, I like Jeff! I’ve met him twice and I truly believe he is a caring and wonderful father, as well as a good person….but you can’t tell me that he, if only in a small way, isn’t living vicariously through his son’s life! He himself was a musician and probably never reached the fame that David has, or more likely, David will have. Who wouldn’t want to feel what that is like?
Please don’t throw tomatoes at me!! LOL . I just feel that if he wants to be supportive, like a father should be, then stay on the sidelines, like Lupe and the rest of his family. I know that he’s David’s co-manager, but I don’t see anyone hanging around from Azoff’s office, or, in the back of the stage from where David is performing, so that everyone who is in attendance at the concert could actually see him.
Sorry about the rant!!
ninaf #249…many of David’s fans feel the same way. What I’ve noticed is that it depends on the venue as to how visible Jeff is..ie..NYE, very visable (on stage)Sundance, very visable (behind stage)..
Latino Inauguration, none..so much so that fans fretted about David being “alone”. On the other hand, I would have loved to see Lupe accompany David to that event.
I think now that David is 18, Jeff will try to stay out of camera range more..I hope so anyway, since Jeff is no longer traveling with David as his guardian, but as his Manager..
I can truly say this because I’ve heard it myself, David makes his own decisions. He has say in everything and he has his own ideas about his music and the direction it’s going. Jeff has played a huge part of David’s career and has sacraficed more than anyone will ever know. He is a very successful business man and a very good musician himself. He is only a very proud father and not living through David. He is very involved in the music side of the management and sound and making sure everything is the best for David. I was very lucky to see David and Jeff together and how loving both of them are to each other during David’s rehearsal.
SF – I hope you are right! I just feel that David will have a harder time being taken seriously, as an adult performer, if his father is always around him.
Anyway, it really doesn’t matter what I think, or what anyone of us thinks for that matter. This is all up to David. It’s his life and career and he has to do what he thinks is best, even if it means having his father taking a more prominant role in his life than what the rest of us are comfortable with. We all at ND, will support him no matter what.:)
This opinion probably won’t make me very popular, but I think Jeff is right where David probably wants him. Whenever David talks about what is important to him, he always says “family” first. I think (just my humble opinion) that this will always be a bit of a “family affair”. I think Jeff will be involved, as well as Daniel, Lupe . . and everyone eventually. That may not be what would propel David to huge stardom (like Brittany), but I’m not sure that is his goal. He loves to sing. He loves to move people with his music . . he will do that with or without family. I think he is choosing to do it with his family . .
And as long as I’m being “not popular” . . I must say, I cringe every time someone compares David to Obama. To me they are Worlds apart . . but I am praying for Obama and hoping he is real . . I’m just not convinced yet. Sorry if that offends – I know most of you are Obama lovers. And I’m not usually negative or skeptical . . I just don’t trust him yet. He has to prove himself to me with more than words. I hope he does.
That being said, I must add that I love, love, love the fact that the US has moved past the racial stuff – that took WAY too long. Peace . . no tomatoes please . . JMO
Hi Erin! Nice to hear from you! {{{hugs}}}
Erin, Hi!
I have ALWAYS felt that David was more in control than people gave him credit for so I’m not surprised
Thanks, Erin…that makes me feel better. I hope I wasnt misunderstood.
I didn’t mean to say that Jeff should stop what he was doing in his support of David and his career. Nor that his knowledge of the music industry wasn’t an important part of the management of David. I do believe that Jeff’s influence on David in all areas of his musical career is necessary. And, their love and respect for one another is very obvious – for it’s an intergral part of David. I just wish Jeff would be more in the background of things when the media is around. It’s not Jeff, as much as the perception of Jeff in the public eye. For me, it doesn’t matter. I love David unconditionally..
mamasaun #253 No offense taken here, even though I love Obama – I think your tentative approach and need to see in order to trust is practical and rational.
Hi SF & mamasaun! let’s just say, David is a typical teenager and has his own ideas and has a huge part in his career, Jeff has been a guide for his career, but David is in control.
ninaf, Jeff doesn’t mean to be in public eye, he’s there because of the management part of it, that’s all. Doesn’t matter, I know David wants him there, and when David doesn’t want him there, he tells him.
Ninaf, I agree with you. Jeff wanted a music career but his own father (David’s paternal grandfather) sat him down and talked him out of it, telling him that he could never raise a family and have that kind of (touring) life. I think it’s a human reaction that Jeff is living at least through some extent through his son.
From Snarkies..
private show in florida?
The Big Ape is bringing American Idol’s David Archuleta in for a private show.
Secret time, secret location…in fact, we can only tell you it’ll happen in the near future.
Your ONLY chance to get in this private concert is if you’re a Big Ape Insider.
Once you’re signed up to be a Big Ape Insider, keep an eye on your email inbox Thursday, January 29th for the exclusive link to enter.
If you want in on this, you MUST be signed up as a Big Ape Insider no later than 5pm, Wednesday, January 28th.
This is in Jacksonville. Source. Thanks, AmandalovesDavid from IDF.
Sorry..didn’t mean to submit yet..
Erin..I’m not surprised in what you said. And please don’t misunderstand what we are saying..There has never been any doubt that David has a very loving relationship with his dad & the rest of his family..The sacrifices they all have made have been enormous and not many families would have been able to do it. That has never been in question.
I have never met Jeff but everyone who has, has only good things to say about him. Most likely, even if Jeff was not his manager, David would still want him to accompany him whenever possible. We know that’s true.
Unfortunately..It all comes down to ” Image” (hate that word, when it comes to David). And being taken seriously by the “business”.
mamasaun..No tomatoes at you, not here, never! Everyone has a right to an opinion..David’s words!
Ninaf -
” I know that he’s David’s co-manager, but I don’t see anyone hanging around from Azoff’s office, or, in the back of the stage from where David is performing, so that everyone who is in attendance at the concert could actually see him.”
I see this all the time. People say this and also that you don’t see other singers with their managers visable.
I’d like to say that we do not know that, do we? Do we even know what Azoff’s people look like? Or other singers managers look like? Would we recognize them from some other Joe Blow standing around. Would we recognize them from some security or staff or errand boy/girl or a media person?
The only difference is that Jeff is known…to US..his ardent fans. We know what he looks like so we spot him. I’ll bet many people who watched AI don’t even remember what Jeff looks like, especially if they were not a DA fan.
And all those millions out there who’ve never heard of David don’t have a clue what jeff looks like, do they?
What is “The Big Ape” , and why & how did the big ape steal our idea??
I really don’t think fans are going overboard when they think a photo looks “inappropriate” (whatever that might mean for some) or if he cuddles teddy bears or sings about them. It’s called being preoccupied with David and, therefore, being invested in what he puts out to the universe.
Just like we, as fans, would right praise a new CD from him (or criticize it if it doesn’t live up to all his potential), why wouldn’t we do the same for any other public expressions that he puts out (photos or performances)?
This “we need to accept him just as he is” spiel goes without saying. As David-obsessed fans, we already do. But, among fans, this certainly doesn’t translate into never being critical or engaging in over-the-top gushing about him.
Oops! That should read rightly.
Random David moment: My mom just sent me an email with the subject line “Northern Lights pics” and I immediately thought, “How did she get pictures of the Albany Jingle Jam?” hahahaha
But the pics (of the actual Northern Lights, lol) do remind me of David: They’re magical, joyful and light up the darkness.
Sorry guys, off-topic there….
SF 264 – here’s the website — I know you’ll want to join the Apes!
http://wape.com/inside/davidarchuleta.html
Juliebug – And I wonder how many managers go out and interact with the fans one-on-one like Jeff does to the point that they develop their OWN fanbase!
mamasaun..you said…
“I think Jeff will be involved, as well as Daniel, Lupe . . and everyone eventually. That may not be what would propel David to huge stardom (like Brittany), but I’m not sure that is his goal. He loves to sing. He loves to move people with his music . . he will do that with or without family. I think he is choosing to do it with his family . . ”
Even though I think I am David’s “#1 unconditional fan”,
(like we all do)..I sometimes hope he doesn’t become the HUGE superstar..Don’t know why exactly, maybe for many reasons. I know he’s worked for so long to be able to bring his music and THE VOICE to the world..and it’s his destiny. And he will stay grounded as long as he has his family backing him. I guess it’s a selfish thing I’m feeling cuz it’s kinda already happening..more & more we are having less & less contact with David, as we all knew we would. As his star grows, he will either be busy behind the scenes or will just have to get “away” from everything including “us” just to have some peaceful, quiet time with family. Which we have been experiencing a lot lately..We miss him terribly if we don’t get something from him every day.
I don’t know if I’m making sense..pro-buh-blee not cuz
I don’t know how to explain how I feel about it. I just know he’s fulfilling his destiny and there’s no stopping what he is meant to accomplish. I just want David to be as H A P P Y..as he makes us.
And I have posted plenty of opinions that have been unpopular..so be it
Joner – that is true. However, I don’t think that would have happened if he hadn’t had to be guardian more than manager at first. And I don’t think that it’s detremental to David’s career. And it’s only the really, really avid fans anyway, it’s not that extensive. And I think we’ll be seeing less and less of Jeff as time goes by and David feels more comfortable on his own. I think he’ll continue as co-manager but won’t be travelling with David as often.
I know you all disagree, but I don’t see the long term problem here. And, no, I’m not a member of the Jeff “fan club” anymore than I am of anyone else in David’s family.
Just sayin’…
Oh..so The Big Ape is a radio station..OK, then.
I thought another David fansite stole our idea! I was ready to put on the gloves..(cyber-interactive boxing gloves!).
So..is everyone gonna become a member of the APES? Or am I gonna be the only monkey in the group?
Where does one go to sign on to be an APE?
Juliebug # 263
The media knows who Jeff is and they won’t miss an opportunity to criticize his ubiquitous managing style. If this is really David’s choice, then Jeff must sit with David and help him see this is not good for his image.
Joner # 269
Well said! I find all the fangirling for Jeff quite disturbing. What’s up with that? We’re fans of David.
SF you are truly a riot. You make me laugh out loud and I thoroughly enjoy your sense of humor. I said before I look forward to meeting fellow NDers and you my dear are at the top of my wish list
SF~LOL..you have gone NUTS ! or is it ..bananas.. over David..you may be the only nut close enough..geographically that is of course to go APE…but weren’t you lookin’ to go incognito..haha.. go for it !!
Valbraz – OK. Still don’t think it a long term problem. But, OK.
I’m done commenting on this topic.
SF – Do you like bananas? haha!
SF ~ I am no psychic BUT..I see a new avi coming from you…no monkey business though!!!
djb…well, you all will just have to wait til I get home to see my new avi..
And have them bananas ready!! The things I do for David, The Voice!!
Gotta get home..see you later!
SF~>>>has gone APE<<< add this to the many reasons you are so adored…..
HG265: I am interested in exploring your perspective further.
I don’t have many moment to moment anxieties about David. Errors are part of the learning curve of life and are actually the highlights and many bring growth and are highly savored. Not only do I expect bumps in the road, but I think they will be extremely interesting on multiple levels (of course I was the type of mama who was eager for the day her babies were ready to leave the nest so they could soar and know their own power and humanness.)
What I am trying to assimilate is why it is OK to lay out our personal fears and anxieties about David on a blog?
Just talked to the Clearview Mall manager in Metarie. I was so looking forward to seeing David there as planned. She had just this morning posted the announcement on the mall internet site that David would be there PERFORMING with Jessie McCartney at 12 noon. She was shocked when I told her B97′s site said David would not be and said she would investigate and call me back. Anyway, it turns out he won’t be performing at the mall but Jessie McCartney still will, but they will both be performing a mile down the road outdoors at 4:30pm. She finally told me, “this is what it is. David’s dad did not want him performing at a mall.”
Why is it OK for him to perform on the street outside and not in a beautiful new mall when Jessie McCartney still is, and he is a bigger name than David right now? I’m bummed but still planning on going to the outdoor event at 4:30, but I want some confirmation on that too. There was to be a Meet and Greet of sorts for B97 winners to meet with David and Jessie and David will be at the mall for that, but only Jessie will perform there. I am dismayed.
Interesting info about the mall! In some ways, I can totally see Jeff’s point if this is the direction of his thinking. I think that performing at a mall has bad connotations of being cheesy and amateurish. I think “Tiffany” of 1980s’ fame who got her start singing in malls. I know there are very nice malls, but that is the perception that I have, and I think that some other people may share it.
Also, (I think that Joner would back me up here), Jesse McCartney is nothing to write home about. In fact, his Chicago performance was awful to both of us. A lot of posing with sunglasses, dancers, and thin and off-key singing. David is much more organic, doesn’t pose, and is in a totally different league. I would say that even if I was not a David follower. I have to say, I agree with Jeff on this one.
What do you all think?
I’m not dismayed (well, I wasn’t planning on going!) that David isn’t doing the Mall gig. I think Jeff is looking out for him, and that is the choice that fits them right now. I think doing a free Mall performance is, how should I say it, a little beneath either Jesse or David.
marlie, I see what you mean. I don’t agree with everything Jeff says or does, but I can totally see Jeff’s thinking on this one.
I was talking to my husband over dinner about the Mardi Gras gig. Do you think that David knows about the whole beads thing during the parade? I can’t imagine that he won’t get flashed as the float goes by. I’ve never been to Mardi Gras; isn’t that what happens? My husband told me that surely his dad at least told him!
Freo – the way I understand it from a poster on IDF and Snarkies who lives there. This particular parade (there are MANY in New Orleans area during Mardi Gras) is in a suburb and is a “family friendly” parade. No flashing. So no worries. The more risque, shall we say, parades take place in NO itself near the French Quarter. According to her.
Julie,
Thanks for the info! I had no idea there were many parades. It makes sense, as my impression is that the NO parade was very risque, and Jessie I don’t think is very old either (slightly older than David?)
bananas and monkeys? parades with flashers? pictures of David in bed? dj, that’s material for one helluva tennis game…..oh my, … what a shame I have no time to post…..
Thanks all for the love instead of tomatoes. I love my ND family!
mamasaun – tomatoes make good sauce, right? haha!
I’m sorry, you’ll all have to forgive me, but I just can’t help chuckle when I think of David on a float if it WAS in NO in the Quarter. He’d probably die of embarrassment. And you just know some of the ladies would be giving him a little extra flash because he’s so dang cute!
juliebug – haha – I guess they do . . and I like tomato sauce . .
I share Angelica’s feelings to some extent. I’m under the impression that Jesse is probably more respected than David right now, although David is vocally superior. I checked his acoustic performance of Leavin at Z100 and I was positively surprised. But what do I know?
“And you just know some of the ladies would be giving him a little extra flash because he’s so dang cute!”
And especially because he seems so dang innocent!
Kizzi, you wrote, “What I am trying to assimilate is why it is OK to lay out our personal fears and anxieties about David on a blog?”
Funny question, Kizzi, considering that 1)this is a blog about David Archuleta and his artistry; 2)this has become the place for many ODD fans to dish on any and everything about David; and 3)I’ve been hanging out here on ND for half a year now. Of course we’re going to wax poetic on David’s artistry, his looks, his performances, and – yes – our fears and anxieties about the direction David’s career seems to be taking.
Look. The music industry and the entertainment world in general are treacherous. No matter an artist’s potential for greatness, no matter how phenomenal an artist may be, Image, Management, and Label Sabotage can derail a genuine talent.
So many of us jokingly talk about how cuh-ray-zee we go when we don’t get any David news for a week. Can you imagine never getting any David news for a year? For 5 years? That’s what mismanagement and/or sabotage can do.
That’s why, even when I don’t always agree with Rascal’s posts, I completely understand where he’s coming from when he frets about David (or his peeps) not taking his public image as a music artist more seriously.
That’s why, even when their paranoia takes them to all kinds of irrational places, I empathize with those contingents in his fanbase who immediately become suspicious whenever promotion seems to decrease or when they can’t get his ALTNOY music video on the VH1 countdown or when he has to perform at some mall.
We as his fans know his massive potential. We’ve also been burned because we saw how certain media spin and behind-the-scenes manipulations cost him the AI crown, which doesn’t mean much really – except in those tiny instances where you think, Dang it! I could’ve been watching David on my TV during one of these Inauguration ball events Tuesday night if he had won.
David obviously has dreams for success. He says he’s already living them, and I want him to keep living them for a while longer. I want to hear him on my radio when I’m driving to and from work (not just on my playlist) and I want to see him occasionally on my TV (not just on my pc).
I will be able to make peace with his decision if David ever personally chooses to leave public life, but if others make that decision for him (by mismanaging or sabotaging his career) that is what I won’t be able to stomach.
I’ve always loved this blog for being able to share with other Archies my hopes, dreams (literally), joys, and even my fears and anxieties.
I understand Jeff’s thinging on the mall thing too. It is beneath him. But, all that goes out the window when you lose the chance to see David. I was walking on air this morning. Now I must trod the weary path of disappointment and broken dreams. Woe to me. But I am strong; I will survive the blow. Somehow. sigh…
Anyway, he will be a performing a mile away a few hours later so it’s all good.
that would be….thinking.
HG294 – Thanks. I have a different sense of this, a different perspecive. I appreciate your taking the time to share your views.
i came in here this morning feeling a bit snobbish about NOT wanting David to sing in shopper’s paradise…THE MALL… but I aired my thoughts…not that well received this a.m….but after a few hours I am happy to see that some others have the same feelings about it..
SB #298 I was going to comment this morning that I agreed with you but got caught up in my woo woo stuff
I’ve got my feet back on the ground. Don’t think I’ll be sharing THOSE thoughts anymore.
I totally get the “snobbish” perspective, SandyBeaches. I’m so with you on this!
Kizzi, I’m curious to hear your “different sense, different perspective”!
#241 Marlie – I have no problem seeing David as a sexual being – he is, after all, human! And I feel the same way about the bed pic as ninaf – “Get your shoes off the sheets!” I also agree with whoever said that it was probably a photographer’s concept that just didn’t work because David was utterly checked out during the process. It was a dumb idea, in my opinion.
But my personal burning issue with that picture is that NO ONE was given permission to post it. It was private property. It was literally stolen. Snarkies and FOD both took it down when they realized that. Vote For the Worst is having a field day with it, however (please don’t give them the hits by going to check it out there). I get squirmy and cranky when I feel like David is not being respected. Rascal can leave it up if he wants to, of course. I don’t think its remotely racy or inappropriate – it just represents bad fan behavior on the part of the person who chose to steal it in the first place.
TOfan… Northern lights FTW!!!
I for one am glad that Jeff is so involved in David’s career. I trust him much more than any other management who does not know or understand David and his Talent.
Kizzi #281.. I ask myself this question. When do our fears and anxiety about David’s career path become a burden to him? He needs to do what “works for him” without alot of pressure from all his different fanbases. I am very thankful that we can come here with our concerns but I do not wish for David to “take on” our obsessive concern and over analyzing. He seems happy and as long as he can sing, and I believe that what level of “stardom” he achieves is not that important in the big scheme of things.
I know it has been said that this is a place for us as his unconditional fans to vent and fret and gush!
I love it here. Our mutual love for the Voice is such a blessing.
I am vacationing in Spain (hola) and today spent some time meditating in a 1000 year old monastary with David’s music (Be still my Soul) on my Dpod and a deep sense of peace came over me.
Trust the Archulator.
Angelica… I hope you get to see him up close… he does glow!
I’d be curious to know if Jeff really did kibosh the Mall gig or if it was one of those “telephone game” things where one person says, “Oh, stage-dad Jeff probably said ‘no’,” and then it gets repeated as fact.
Seems odd, considering David does get booked into penny-drive performances at high schools, and M&Gs at taco drive-thrus and pizza lunches. My gut tells me it was either a logistics thing or conflicting schedule (or maybe David’ll only sing in malls with a Target, LOL)…. so sorry for you, though, Angelica!
Ref!!!!! Amen to your whole post!!!!
“I am very thankful that we can come here with our concerns but I do not wish for David to “take on” our obsessive concern and over analyzing.”
Not to worry, Refnaf. David himself says he doesn’t bother to read these blogs. So, he won’t have to “take on” our obsessions.
refnaf#302 – Hola – Spain is such a great visit. Barcelona is a gem!
I have a sense of responsibility of my written word. Thanks for taking the time to respond.
Adios!
Tofan, we actually don’t know WHY Jeff didn’t want David to do a gig in a mall, either (if the information is true). This is all speculation. Maybe is wasn’t very secure. Maybe it was a schedule conflict, maybe the acoustics are terrible, maybe David has so much going on at that time he wanted to give him some free time, or maybe it’s early in the morning (David says he doesn’t like to have to sing so early).
I am glad for that HG. I say again I am glad we have this place to do so…
It has been mentioned earlier in this thread how ODD and family don’t always mix either… I do think I would go insane if I could not get my daily fix of David musings here!
Hi TOfan!!!!!!
Hey there everyone!
So.. The mall concert appearance is a no! but the Mardi Gras parade is still a go! and there’s worries that David will get “Flashed” and he will be scarred for life..(how quickly we forget Lady GaGa and the Las Vegas prostitute)
I buh-lieve David is Mature enough to get through it!
I’m more worried about when we’re gonna get the TOUR SCHEDULE!!
Meant to add to #303, Angelica, I hope you realize I didn’t mean that you’re the one who said that but whoever the mall manager talked to or even before that…
And SandyBeaches, I didn’t think you were being snobbish. I had the same thoughts when I first heard about the Seton gig but then it turned out to be so wonderful in so many ways.
About the mall gig. It was scheduled at noon, not early in the am. And the mall manager got her information from B97 I believe who told her what happened. I just checked out the Familygras site that is supposed to be having David perform at 4:30pm and he’s not listed there either on the performance schedule. Jessie McCartney is as well as Gavin Degraw and Sara-space- Barellies. What the heck?
Mamsaun 253 – Agree with your entire post. But here no one throws tomatoes anyway. When I “‘vent, fret and gush” my whacky ideas, that can be misunderstood, people just move on and ignore me. Thanks ref 302 for the quotable quotes.
Smanda 301 – I tried to say the same thing earlier, but still cannot articulate clearly on a blog.
Ref 308 – I’m not normal. I got to a point where when talking to my kids I would interject something like, “Oh, you know David blah blah blah….”, like he’s a member of our family or something. One of my kids mentioned that there might be something wrong with me. THERE IS! I’ve never seen David sing live. AAARRRGGGHHHH!
ND’rs rock! When is fanvention?
Tofan, I know, didn’t take it that way. I don’t know who is telling who what, but someone is not communicating very well with the vendors.
About no Mall appearance..this is a FREE concert people! David is going on Tour at about the same time or shortly thereafter..Jeff is absolutely correct in nixing the FREE concert idea.
Then again, maybe David will sing a couple of songs Acapella cuz you know..he’s so nice and wouldn’t want to disappoint his fans.
We’ll just have to wait & see..
Now about THE BIG APE…and the private concert..think they’re making monkeys