Screencapped from TV5's FollowArchuleta page

The rumors started late last year. Then sometime in December, David himself started mentioning about returning to Manila very soon. But who knew it would be this soon, for real, and for this extended period? After all, he was here for his 1st solo Manila concert at SMART Araneta just a little over five months ago. I mean, could we in Manila be THAT lucky? And on the cusp of his impending 2-year sabbatical for his mission? Factoring all of these into consideration, this return trip has become more significant. Uber valuable.

val·ue (vly)
n.
1. An amount, as of goods, services, or money, considered to be a fair and suitable equivalent for something else; a fair price or return.
2. Monetary or material worth.
3. Worth in usefulness or importance to the possessor; utility or merit.
4. A principle, standard, or quality considered worthwhile or desirable

~ http://www.thefreedictionary.com

An artist of worth

Value is undeniably something that David consistently brings to the table. Whether it be a performance, a charity event, an interview, a basketball game or a simple session with fans, David brings some “thing” to his engagement that makes it magical, unforgettable – a heightened experience. That there is something intangibly special around David is an observation commonly shared by those who spend time with him.

The only explanation I could think of is because not only is he an artist of worth, he is a person of substance. And he brings all that into a committed point in time. End result: you feel you got more than you expect or at times, more than you deserve.

You can see it in the way he treats others. In the way he regards an experience. In the manner he marks his moments. In the care when he chooses his songs. He does not just mouth lyrics to get a hit or to sound hip. He makes sure that the message of the song is at par with his artistic and ethical standards.

For when he is engaged, you sense that he is in it, full time (of course, except when there is a squirrel or chicken running around him, LOL) . That’s why you can also feel that he does not dismiss any encounter. To paraphrase what he once said, whether good or bad, every thing can be an opportunity to learn. So possibly the most random star in the planet is also the most deliberate in his choices. Such an enigma.

His most recent two decisions – (1) to go on a mission full time and (2) accept the TV5 offer – are perfect examples of choices sitting at the opposite ends of a pendulum. And that description covers the reactions of fans worldwide, as you can imagine LOL.

The depth of the word “Kapatid”

“Kapatid” is Tagalog for brother or sister or sibling. It is also used in church circles for a localized concept of church family life. It’s even used to send out messages of political unity.

Why the term “kapatid”? It is actually composed of two words–“ka” and “patid.”

“Patid” refers to the umbilical cord that needs to be cut during birth. “Patid” means cut from. When another person used or uses that same umbilical cord as we did in birth, he or she has got to be your brother or sister. When you share the same cord and were severed from the same, that makes you “ka-patid.” It means you shared the same womb. It means you shared the same life and same sustenance.

~ Juancho “Choy” Gaerlan
Philippines Insider

According to Wikipedia, “TV5 is a major commercial television network in the Philippines solely owned by MediaQuest Holdings, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of the Philippine Long Distance Telephone Company headed by business tycoon Manuel V. Pangilinan (MVP). Its parent company, the Associated Broadcasting Company, also owns and operates other media properties, including the news channel AksyonTV, and news radio station DWFM in Quezon City.”

The surprise acquisition of David into TV5′s stable of talents is part of the network’s aggressive campaign to further boost its steady growth since MVP came on board in 2010. This was also the time TV5 adopted its new campaign, branding itself as the “Kapatid” (“sibling”) network.

David met with some of TV5’s top honchos in a contract signing held at EDSA Shangri-la to formalize his upcoming project with TV5. Present in the signing were TV5 President and CEO lawyer Ray C. Espinosa and Executive Vice President and COO Roberto V. Barreiro.

But as pointed out by Nestor Torre in his January 24 article in Inquirer, “Archuleta is only the latest in a long line of foreigners who have starred in local TV-film productions. Back in the ’50s, American Joan Page appeared in some local movies, as did Russian Nikki Ross … Beauty titlists from other countries who’ve top-billed Filipino productions include Johanna Raunio (who costarred with Chiquito in a mermaid movie), Amparo Muñoz, and most successfully, Dayanara Torres (once married to Marc Anthony), who not only acted with Aga Muhlach but also fell in love with him, and had her own local TV dance show, to boot.

So how will TV5 differentiate this project from previous foreign acts? Better yet, how will TV5 parlay the Archuleta brand to engage fans and spectators, thereby creating more value for its target audience and for its organization?

TV5 gets it

Since this is David’s 4th time to visit Manila, fans have extensive experience when it comes to dealing with the organizers that bring him in. And let me tell you, this has been the most welcoming, respectful and affirmative experience I have ever had with a David organizer. Sony Philippines, Ivory, Astroplus and Odyssey are of course notable for their inclusive approach when it comes to fans. Like them, TV5 simply gets it! Given our previous DALIM experiences, this is really a welcome change.

I am quite certain though that TV5′s treatment and reception of the fans’ involvement is in no small measure a direct reflection of Mr. Archuleta’s desires and wishes. And as such, the experience becomes uplifting and more meaningful. The Archuletor has spoken and TV5 is listening. Muchos gracias!

By their respectful and welcoming attitude towards fans, TV5 recognizes that Archie fans and spectators are a crucial support in producing their desired results. We play a meaningful role in value creation since fans are the “demand” and are able to drag or influence friends, colleagues, family, etc. to “Nandito Ako” events.

But not only are we the “demand”, Archie fans are the real activators of the potential demand of this project. We are the direct consumers of this type of service offered by TV5 and we assume an important economic value in achieving this project’s success.

This in part was one of the highlights of my talk with Sir Perci while at the airport waiting for David to arrive: why the TV5 organization, by word and deed, astutely puts a premium on fan involvement. A concert is a once-off event. You buy a ticket, attend the show and whether you are satisfied or not, you have contributed already in realizing the targets of the organizer.

That is not the case with “Nandito Ako”. As it is a tele-series, its triumph depends on a much broader and extended set of variables. Unlike a once-off concert, a tele-series requires a more enduring patronage for it to be considered a success.

Let’s face it, “Nandito Ako” is already a sensation as it is. No surprise in that. Fans here and abroad have consumed every morsel of news and rumors we can get our hands on. It has been covered by local and international media. #FollowArchuleta, #NanditoAko have trended worldwide.

The Archie fan community do not only support David by following his song releases or concerts. The support is well documented through the fan clubs and fan sites/blogs where we can speak our mind, our voices heard and contribute to promoting anything-David.

We interact with the the artist’s management or label and other stakeholders (publicists, official site representative, family members, coach, local distributors, DJs, site admins etc.), and somehow, we get involved indirectly in their strategic choices.

Hence, the fans play a leading role within the social network of an artist by helping to create value through commitment, collaboration and social participation. This makes us a key determinant for the value creation process within TV5′s and David’s social network.

I think TV5 sees this clearly. The challenge lies in sustaining these early wins.

#FollowArchuleta – not a sprint, it’s a marathon!

Which brings me to #FollowArchuleta. Huge kudos to TV5 for designing this campaign. It is informative. It is up-to-speed. It is quality news. It caters to the needs of media and other interested parties. It feeds the insatiable appetite of fans about anything David. Especially international fans who cannot participate in the local events. It is fast. It is furious. The updates at times leave me breathless like in a marathon #FollowArchuleta is of value.

Given that David Archuleta is an international star, there is high demand for the series’ DVD release, its subtitling or overseas showing. (Sir Perci and I also talked about this which I will discuss in the next thread.) A soap that has not even aired! If this is any indication that TV5 is on the right track in marketing this project, then its success looks extremely promising.

Hopefully, the excitement and goodwill generated by the current promotion will be sustained till the series’ conclusion. My fearless forecast of course is that the premiere will be a hit. Archie fan or not, people will be interested to see how David will come across in his biggest and highly unexpected career move.

The reluctant star, who once loath watching himself on-screen or even seeing his face on photos, plunges into his 1st ever dramatic acting project. And that’s after announcing his decision to go on a two-year full-time mission!

“Nandito Ako” – the glorious theme song

And there is the teleseries’ theme song! TV5 may be in for a loop when the “Nandito Ako” sound track is released. When David sings this live – and David should sing this live [ATTENTION TV5!!!] — it will be EPIC!.

The Kapatid network should leverage this competitive edge WHILE David is HERE in Manila. Aside from adding value to the project’s already impressive start, the live performance will deliver an emotional wallop that no promotional gimmick can ever match.

More importantly, it will be a big disservice to Archuleta himself if TV5 does not plan for him to perform “Nandito Ako” live before he goes back to the US. David is one of the few artists who actually sound a million times better live than a studio recording. And for him to sing this well-loved Tagalog song in the flesh, in front of Filipinos, is the best marketing tool for the teleseries.

Dear TV5, you have a goldmine that even non-Archies will be out to acquire. If there are any qualms about the song being downloaded if sung live prior to the official release in iTunes, you have another surprise coming re the Archie fan community. David is so much loved by his fans that a Gifting Program exists for fans who want a David song but cannot afford it or who are unable to purchase it from their own country. This is done to strike out illegal downloading that only reduces an artist’s potential earnings and ranking. And any self-respecting Archie or Arch Angel will not stand for that.

TV aficionados may regard this special project with David as another glimpse of greater things to come from TV5. It is not far-fetched to expect that in the grand scheme of things, TV5 is gunning for “Nandito Ako’s” inevitable success to translate to improved viewership and heavier patronage, not only for the tele-series but for other TV5 offerings.

If TV5 continues to apply the culture of “Kapatiran” and inclusiveness to their daily business dealings — other networks, be warned.

~ jackryan4DA

ps 1: Don’t forget to #FollowArchuleta or visit TDC regularly for more news feeds, video coverage and fan pictures You can also visit my 2012 YT channel. Check out my ever growing collection of videos (subtitled) related to #FollowArchuleta or #NanditoAko

ps 2: UP NEXT – A Cra-zeh BTS Recap of the Week That Was — stay tuned

@DavidArchie David Archuleta – JOSH, THE ACTOR tweets!
Monday morning here in Manila. Good morning! First day of shooting scenes for the mini-series today! Here we go

@reesespeezes Rissa G.
Just heard David’s version of Nandito Ako. OMG!!! We were so overwhelmed, we gave the laptop a standing ovation! #followarchuleta

@reesespeezes Rissa G.
@joyce_ap @archuletaphils You guys will luhrve the song! His Tagalog was so good, we couldn’t believe it wasn’t a Pinoy singing!

@reesespeezes Rissa G.
Can’t stop listening to the song. So excited to hear the final mix so everyone can finally listen to this! David’s voice is AMAZING!

And what better way to start this day than with a vlog from the new prince of TV5?

From the mouth of babes – How did David do for his 1st shoot or 1st weekend here?

Perci Intalan @percinotpercy 58m
Just visited the set of Nandito Ako. @DavidArchie is a natural. This is looking very, very good indeed Direk @macalejandre

Mac C. Alejandre @macalejandre 1m
Just listened to david’s’version of nandito ako. OMG ang ganda! And yes!!!!!!!! marunong syang umarte. Magugulat …

Translation – Just listened to david’s’version of nandito ako. OMG it is sooo beautiful! And yes!!!!!!!! He can act! You’ll be surprised …

@mac-alejandre (the director) "Ang guapo ng bida ko (My star is so handsome)"

MEDIA BUZZ CONTINUES

DA @ Kumare Klub Showbiz Chika (morning talk show) (16 Jan 2012)

Singing with David Archuleta! – “There’s Somethin ‘Bout love” – Isaiah Antonio

THE JOSH-ANYA HUG – Nandito Ako promo (subtitled) @ Juicy (16 Jan 2012)

DA TALKS, SINGS NANDITO AKO (subtitled) @ Balitaang Tapat Live Interview (17 Jan 2012)

DA STARTS SHOOT FOR NANDITO AKO @ Aksyon Journalismo (17 Jan 2012)

BTS NANDITO AKO’S 1ST DAY OF SHOOTING @ Showbiz Aksyon (17 Jan 2012)

DA – A NATURAL ACTOR @ Juicy! Top 1 Headline (17 Jan 2012)

DA Starts Taping for Nandito Ako (subtitled) @ Aksyon Journalismo (17 Jan 2012)

DA Impressed w/ Pinoy Co-stars @ Juicy! (19 Jan 2012)

~ more to come ~

PHOTOS

NANDITO AKO BTS DAY 1 TAPING thanks to #FollowArchuleta

It’s all about the HAIR cr pinantonio of CuttingEdge

@kariontour Early start day! (Day 02 @ taping; Day 04 in Manila)

@kariontour: Not too clear but a pic from a scene today!

@kariontour: Now interviews while they change the set up for the next scene.

@DavidArchie rehearsing lines with @kariOnTour

Loooking gooood! Caption this? thanks MYK for sharing

NANDITO AKO BTS DAY 2 TAPING thanks to #FollowArchuleta

NANDITO AKO BTS DAY 3 TAPING thanks to #FollowArchuleta page

NANDITO AKO BTS DAY 4 TAPING thanks to #FollowArchuleta page

NANDITO AKO BTS DAY 5 TAPING thanks to #FollowArchuleta page

BTS TAPING PIX from the Mothership

NANDITO AKO BTS DAY 7 TAPING thanks to #FollowArchuleta page

According to InterAksyon:

American Idol star David Archuleta is scheduled to arrive in Manila on January 13 to do a primetime series for TV5.

In an official announcement posted on its website, the broadcasting network said Archuleta will “do a primetime series with homegrown Kapatid stars Jasmin Curtis Smith and Eula Caballero.”

Archuleta, who turned 21 just last December 28, has been one of the most exciting young singer-songwriters in America since placing second in the 2008 running of ‘American Idol’, the hugely popular singing competition in the United States.

The signing of Archuleta is seen to further boost the attempts of TV5, currently the third biggest broadcasting network in the Philippines, to climb up the rankings. (InterAksyon.com is the online news portal of TV5.)

The network has aggressively been signing Philippine superstars over the past two years, in 2011 drawing up contracts for the legendary Nora Aunor and “Megastar” Sharon Cuneta. TV5 also earlier signed deals with, among others, actresses Ruffa Gutierrez, Maricel Soriano, Lorna Tolentino, and Alice Dixon, and actors Aga Muhlach, Edu Manzano, Vic Sotto, Joey de Leon, and legendary actor-comedian Dolphy for a variety of entertainment programs.

Archuleta’s joining TV5 comes from left field, however. The signing of an international star of Archuleta’s youth and talent, arguably in his prime, is bound to shake up the Philippine entertainment industry

See the announcement here

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R7vllhDpPU4

David is leaving us a little more “video” to watch while he is gone. Thank you, David!

Jasmine Curtis-Smith’s blog

Jasmine Curtis-Smith article

Eula Caballero article

NEWS AND INTERVIEWS RE DAVID’S RETURN TO MANILA

COMPLETE, HD & SUBTITLED VERSION OF THE REVELATION @ TV5′s talk show PAPARAZZI (08 Jan 2012)

 
DA IS NOW A TV5 STAR! news feature (08 Jan 2012)

 
DA is JUICY’s Top 1 Headline of the Week (08 Jan 2012)

 
DA CERTIFIED KAPATID @ Dapul sa Singko (11 Jan 2012)

 
INTERVIEWS OF ARCHIES – LORMA & NAREE W/ TV5

 
JASMINE TALKS ABOUT THE PROJECT W/ DAVID

 
HOW THE PROJECT BEGAN

 
PRODUCERS’ OF TV SERIES

PHOTOS

Can anyone argue with the picture's caption?

From TV5 FB - David iArchuleta Kapatid Na! (David, a TV5 Sibling Now!)

David lords over TV5 website

The news is bittersweet, but truly should not be surprising to any of us. Rumors have circulated for months – perhaps longer – that David was planning to go on a mission.Now we have that confirmation.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TKRmw0fEM44

It is a hard pill to swallow for the many fans who have followed David since he first sang Heaven on American Idol. And yet, who can begrudge him what his heart tells him to do? There will be much weeping, and as I sit here writing this, the tears will not stop. But certainly it is a selfishness that brings these tears. I will miss him. As will all of his fans.

But we have grown to love him for the very qualities that send him away from us for two years – his open heart, his deep faith, his need to give, his awareness and caring for those less fortunate. What else can he do but heed the call that sings so true in his heart? For someone so young, he has a courage and maturity that surprises me so often.

TDC will be here for the duration, we will add to the archives, listen for even a snippet of news of how David is doing, and hope that two years from now we can publish a post that says, “David Archuleta on Tour” and see the young man we have all come to love so much return renewed in mind, body and spirit.

Bittersweet.

~marlie

Transcript of Mission Announcement thanks to FOD:

David Archuleta Mission Announcement

12/19/2011

I can’t tell you how special it’s been being able to come back here and do this Christmas tour and sing these songs that just mean a lot to me and to have all of you here tonight with us.  There’s no place like home.  I always say that.  Looking back through these last few years and all the support we’ve had and all the amazing experiences we’ve had and I’ve had, I feel very blessed in my life.  While I’m home in front of you guys here tonight, I would like to make a special announcement that I’ve chosen to serve a full-time mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.  It’s not because someone told me that I was supposed to do it, not because that I no longer want to do music anymore, but it’s because it’s the feeling that I felt that I need to do next in my life.  It’s just the same feeling that I’ve always followed, tried to follow, in my life.  It’s the feeling that’s allowed me to have the opportunities I’ve had, the challenges I’ve had to overcome, and the blessings, too.  I’ve learned to trust that feeling and I’ve learned that I need to answer when it calls.  That is the reason why I know that I need to do this in my life.  I just wanted to thank you guys.  I’ll be going the first half of next year.  I just wanted announce that while I was home here in front of you guys because you have done so much for me.  Thank you so much.

Top LDS Events of 2011

David touched down in Vietnam’s Ho Chi Minh City to screaming fans, a familiar sight (and sound) along the route of the Asian Tour.

Fans singing while waiting for David to arrive

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ta9zsHJOFIk

Inside Peek of DA @ TSN Airport thanks to thienthannho303

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zt4B1OuUVo8

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jg6FcPbQMP0

Vietnam Express’ coverage of DA’s arrival

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4TUTsbOU8Jk

Here is another video of DA’s arrival feat @ 24 Hot

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qrusCB87IJQ

It seems no matter where he goes, David elicits respect, admiration and, well… adoring love from fans and the press.  And David responds with his own outpouring of energy, enthusiasm and pure radiant joy!

Look at that glorious face!

Aided by a humid topical climate, David’s voice is more powerful, full and rich, while he fluidly reaches every high note with what seems like no effort at all.

With videos posting with a few hours of David’s full concerts, fans around the world can enjoy these amazing performances.  And we’ll be searching out the best videos to share and add to the archive!

• Friday, July 22, at 8:00 PM -Ho Chi Minh City,  San Van Dong Quan Khu 7
  Eastern Standard time = 9:00 AM, Friday July 22
• Sunday, July 24, at 4:30 PM – Ha Noi, Trung Tam Trien Lam Giang Vo
  Eastern Standard time = 5:30 AM, Sunday July 24

Special Video Recap from Airport Arrival to Concert by DROCTHEDJ

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1nwLX2NapW8

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Press Conference videos!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lc7uruj-T-E

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QnyGCzSrH2E

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0FCmVpLE2F0

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xFVPqPbmjSc

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-jHzAQ-D0hk

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TkuBRcbAnBc

I’m not sure if this is a soundcheck or what it is, but it sure does sound great!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jD89C35kwC8

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FG7dOMDQ3FU

Online Interview w/ VN Express

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0eRF-MjYxX8

DA feature @ Zoom Spotlight YAN TV (aired 15 Aug 2011)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DJRM3ZzAhSM

The Setlist
01 Stomping The Roses
02 Other Side of Down
03 A Little Too Not Over You
04 Something About Love
05 Everybody Wants to Rule the World
06 Touch My Hand
07 My Kind of Perfect
08 Elevator
09 A Thousand Miles
10 Falling Stars
11 Stand By Me
12 Everything and More
13 Zero Gravity
Encore:
14 Crush

Performance Vids

15-minute of Concert Highlights (HD) thanks to BlackHieuMckenzie

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uG-wALF_Sy8

Uploader’s Comment: I didn’t plan to film this but he really inspired me. Such a talented and friendly friendly friendly super star ever
- BlackHieuMcKenzie

Concert Part 1 STR, TOSOD, ALTNOY, SBL, EWTRTW thanks to sweet1902

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=74bwLcA0Fw4

Concert Part 1 STR, TOSOD, ALTNOY, SBLt thanks to thienthannho303

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8KguEKNFZY0

Snippets of Performance by 24Hot

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ne7NwGDzsno

01 STR & 02 TOSOD upclose feat by VNExpress

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HVEs9Xnd7d0

01 STR, 02 TOSOD & 03 ALTNOY thanks to LoLaZoeLL

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rdRjJGyOXkA

01 STR, 02 TOSOD & 03 ALTNOY thanks to trongveoNET

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3lgBZxsrNKs

02 TOSOD thanks to ThePricessSwarm

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MCxvigUoxaI

03 ALTNOY upclose feat by VNExpress

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-YgU5nMn74s

03 ALTNOY thanks to TheFallenLeaf

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y7gWEdOeq8o

03 ALTNOY thanks to ThePricessSwarm

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DaftxHooh4w

04 SBL upclose feat by VNExpress

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dyJ2Me5WP10

04 SBL thanks to TheFallenLeaf

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e87qpRzMGjU

04 SBL thanks to LolaZoell

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R6sAmO_Gksg

04 SBL thanks to ThePricessSwarm

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZPLf99w5AKA

04 SBL thanks to trongveoNET

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dMuZmZ15hNo

05 EWTRTW upclose feat by VNExpress

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AJNu4XyGwDA

05 EWTRTW thanks to LolaZoell

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5a1SF9-mKhw

06 TMH upclose feat by VNExpress

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dJ1idyMnmwk

06 TMH thanks to LolaZoell

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=il6tYdJ_w5k

06 TMH thanks to ThePricessSwarm

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lxSSGNVH2_A

06 TMH thanks to trongveoNET

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n_OtlW7HJlE

Fans giving DA flowers on stage by elliiieeeex3

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hx5NZ65ofqs

07 MKOP upclose feat by VNExpress

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PRFf9tDYf78

07 MKOP thanks to LolaZoell

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A3XqFHAOUaU

07 MKOP thanks to ThePricessSwarm

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tIzcV8WlJGQ

08 ELEVATOR upclose feat by VNExpress

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T9BQgDqEwag

08 ELEVATOR thanks to LolaZoell

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T4ZTVdaxMaY

08 ELEVATOR thanks to trongveoNET

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LVskThMNWkk

09 ATM thanks to LolaZoell

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qMo0KkZDX2U

09 ATM thanks to trongveoNET

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OwfJC6wltSo

10 FS thanks to LolaZoell

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2pTLymeg80c

10 FS thanks to trongveoNET

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cGtJM7502A0

11 SBM upclose feat by Hot24

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7C4V_fMW3ZQ

12 EAM thanks to LolaZoell

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_CCETNb67xo

12 EAM partial thanks to nlmd231

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gZ4NoiM2tH4

13 ZG thanks to LolaZoell

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h6ISXDRFslE

13 ZG thanks to ThePrincessSwarm

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hB4U5M7TXMA

ENCORE:
14 CRUSH thanksto SHINeeous

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xW_5sNXwsY8

14 CRUSH p1 thanks to ThePrincessSwarm

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oO_wFqYZgi4

14 CRUSH p2 thanks to ThePrincessSwarm

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TkRFqGeiNXg

YAN TV SPECIAL

Part 1/5 DA @ Yan TV Special – Arrival, HCM Rehearsals & PressCon

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f1a_zaV6LMQ

Part 2/5 Vietnam Stars @ Yan TV Special

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FAwoMvQHL_Q

Part 3/5 Vietnam Stars @ Yan TV Special

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n2GPrZw9ero

Part 4/5 DA @ Yan TV Special – STR & TOSOD

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4SSpxkplKHU

Part 5/5 DA @ Yan TV Special – ALTNOY, SBL, Leaving Venue & Shout Out to YANtv (based on 02 Sept replay)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NJxo7-1zS-8

PHOTOS

01 Airport Arrival by 24H

02 More airport and online interview pix from VN Express

03 Airport Arrival & PressCon Pix from kenh14

04 PressCon Pix from 24Hot

05 More PressCon Pix from 24Hot

06 Concert Pix from 24Hot

07 More Concert Pix from 24Hot

08 Gorgeous Concert Pix from VN Express

09 Concert Pix from kenh14

10 More HQ HCM Concert Pix uploaded to mediafire by anonymous – pls let me know the owner of this set for proper crediting

11 David Receiving Flowers/Gifts from Fans/Post-Concert Pix

Above says adorable picture. so what do you call this?

Finally from Vietnam – It’s Not Goodbye

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3aZgafa2QYc

~ Marlie

A lot of talk and strategizing has been exchanged among Archies about how best we can help promote David and his music.

The latest buzz and activity in Asia is proof that when a significant base is supported by music entities (distributors, DJs, media…), a lot can be achieved, even if only in terms of awareness and recall. And when I say significant, I don’t mean numbers. Sometimes, a focused & purposeful degree of passion of a collective lot can make a marked difference.

But the most obvious contribution us fans do for our artists of choice to thrive is of course to buy their music. With analog sales increasingly being challenged, digital sales seems to be developing into an overarching benchmark.

Ever wonder how our online downloads contribute to David’s sales?

I came across this infographics which may be helpful in understanding the hurdles artists, like David, have to grapple with in order to make an honest buck. Try doing the math with Crush.

If my calculations are correct – and please feel free to correct me – when someone says David has 2M downloads for Crush and we use iTunes or Amazon as sources of the downloads, then he may have earned about $180,000, right?

This information becomes more relevant as David has chosen his own path in managing his career. Away from traditional management and labels, do you think David made the right choice in the long-term? Would this be a good argument against piracy and move others to stop illegal downloads?

Let me know what you think/feel.

- jackryan4DA

ps: If anyone is interested to check out the excel file where the above infographics was based on, you can check it out HERE

This article by Rascal was originally posted on NotingDavid in November of 2008.

By virtue of their selections about what was included on the different issues of the CD, Jive tipped its hand about what it really thinks of David relative to the marketplace. The most telling example of this was their decision to relegate “Somebody Out There”–one of the most moving, one of the most David of the entire collection–to the most marginal release opportunity, a pre-order special on iTunes, now available to the public–oh, that’s right, nowhere.

This, along with their edition selections, make it clear what Jive considers priority in terms of David’s ultimate appeal, and have telegraphed in no uncertain terms their level of strategic sensitivity about him and his career: They either don’t get it or they don’t care. What we are seeing here is a quintessential short-term strategy. Get in, get out, go to the bank.

Exacerbating the insights gleaned from their product decisions is Jive’s marketing, which is turning out to look like a full-on, total teen strategy, with all the requisite TV shows, magazines, web sites, and appearances. It may not be Disney, but it’s only one step away. Given all indications, Jive would undoubtedly be thrilled to see images of David competing with the likes of Miley and the JB’s for cover and homepage real estate.

This would all be perfectly fine and thoroughly reasonable if David were any other teenage sensation, with prospects no more substantial than a goodlooking youth who can carry a tune and stand still for stylists. But David has more artistic legitimacy in his little finger than all the cutie patooties that have filled out the last ten years worth of Popstar Magazine pages put together. Is there a downside to this Total Teen positioning? Yeah, there is.

For the time being, the more legitimate and influential press have indicated that they are predisposed to accord David the credibility he deserves. Billboard, The L.A. Times, and the New York Times have all to one degree or another observed what we already know: that David should by all indications (and even despite Jive’s efforts to the contrary) be seen as an artist to be taken seriously. The potential problem is that the more David comes to be seen in the marketplace as a cover-boy teen dream, the more it will undermine his artistic credibility. Reviewers and cultural columnists will be forced to mine their courage in order to go up against the prevailing assumptions about teen idols to proclaim David’s real merits. Do we really want to rely on the courage of the press? Please.

I’m not suggesting that Jive should ignore the teen market, that would be foolish. But it is equally foolish, and ultimately against everyone’s best interests, to ignore or fail to leverage the more substantive and long-term value that David brings to the market. Some recognition, some degree of support in the marketing strategy, needs to establish David in somewhat more serious musical terms. Quietly book some small clubs in larger cities where he can experiment, play piano, have some fun, and get some write-ups in smaller pubs and blogs with some street cred, for example.

Given the ridiculous time-frame, maybe we can give Jive a pass for not recognizing what they had on their hands right away. But now that it’s becoming obvious that some of the best cuts on the album are David’s own, and that those who truly appreciate what he offers (and which will not be lost on the teen market, either) are crying “foul” on the edition selections, why not regroup and consider just exactly what this kid’s potential really is. Don’t make him have to make up for a year’s worth of superficial positioning with several years worth of re-establishing his serious musical credibility. Give him that chance now.

The 3rd Annual Archie Awards

The Voting is done, the winners are selected. But really, there are no losers in this list of performances, photos (no, not one loser there!), tweets, quotes, songs and fan tributes. For many of us, the whole point of the Archie Awards is the fun of going through the prior year’s videos and having an excuse to look over those 5 or 7 photos of David just one more time to be sure we are really picking the hawtest. Yeah, right.

But vote you did, and so here are your favorites of 2010.

Best Live Performance – Rockin the House

With 42% of the votes:

David Archuleta performs Elevator at Z100 NY – 10.05.2010

Hanne58

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=24rae7C2vK8

Best Live Performance – Heart Connection

With 36% of the votes:

David Archuleta Be Still My Soul Rexburg

by 15263457689

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=na4J9-CPUJg

Best Acapella Performance

With 23% of the votes

David Archuleta “Hope for Haiti Now” (Prayer of the Children)

by 7pmm

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sPM-YSU14VE

Song of the Year
(single or album track with a 2010 release date in the U.S.)

With 39% of the votes:

“My Kind of Perfect”

BewarA714

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BaZVUf-YuCU

Most Archudorkable Moment

With 26% of the votes:
David accidently unplugs mic cord

Most Archudorable Moment

With 41% of the votes:

David & the Squirrel

cristobalite4126

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V8qQn6xaONM

Hawtest David Picture (2010 only)

With 24% of the votes:

Hawt David Pic #1

Cutest David Picture (2010 only)

With 27% of the votes:

Cute David Pic #1

Top David Moment of the Year

With 52% of the votes:

Performing with The Mormon Tabernacle Choir

This was such a special event that I’m adding a couple of videos here just for the sheer enjoyment of hearing David sing those beautiful Christmas songs.

LOA PASTORES A BELEN thanks to verdespickles

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oi1HGTRh5Tg

SILENT NIGHT thanks to 15263457689

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xHnkIiWuwes

Best David Cover of Another Artist’s Song

With 26% of the votes:

David Archuleta HD Imagine on American Idol Season 9 Results Show

thop1984

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bj0R7y1RNVk

Best Christmas Song

With 27% of the votes:

David Archuleta – “Pat-A-Pan” (from Orla Fallon’s Celtic Christmas)

zpfxlrdnajs

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NHGXOs2g49U

Best Video Blog

With 40% of the votes:

I was born a ramblin’ man

theofficialarchuleta

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JL1gTt0XZ-4

Best TV Appearance

With 50% of the votes:

Fox New Years Eve Live!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zSAme4Q0zZg

Best Bonus Track

Two tracks were so close – not a tie, but 35% and 34% respectively – so here they are:

“Nothing Else Better To Do”

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z8gOJdZNw1E

“Senseless “

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PG3ZdcJD5xw

Tweet of the Year

With 25% of the votes:

2. So I guess I look enough like me today but not enough to actually be me. People think I kind of look like David Archuleta lol. 2:27 PM Jul 10th, 2010

Most Impressive Comment from a Non-Archie

With 49% of the votes:

5. Stephen Dark Salt lake City Weekly

Archuleta turned out to be the rarest of gifts in a season usually studied with the fake and insincere: something real, tangible and, even for a crusty old cynic like myself, touchingly recalling Christmas’ past when carols, sung with feeling, could still stir one’s heart.

Best new Fan-made Videos/Tributes in 2010

With 30% of the votes:

David Archuleta – The Other Side of Down – Photoshoot (Behind the Scenes) by maaxsuel

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R_urlOx5hS4

Best or most interesting quote from Chords of Strength

With 40% of the votes:

1. Chords of Strength:

Sometimes it takes a miracle to reignite a person’s passion. Sometimes when you least expect it, the tables turn and that scary feeling that has taken a hold of you for so long somehow turns into hope. Call it luck, call it help from above, call it whatever you will…I definitely believe some kind of miracle was at play when my voice, for no understandable or explainable reason, started to feel better again.

So, there you have it – the Best of 2010 – and now on to another fantastic year as a David Archuleta fan.

~ Cutter12, JR and Marlie7

Thank you, everyone, for participating in the nomination process for the 3rd Annual Archie Awards. There were so many nominations in some categories and fewer in others, so we took the liberty of omitting a couple of categories and posting more than 5 nominations in some categories.

Below are your choices, along with a few of our own. (Who can stick to just 5 “best” of anything when it comes to David?) Voting begins at the link at the bottom of this page. Once the votes come in, we will post a special article announcing the winners. So vote, and join the party!

Best Live Performance – Rockin the House

When David gives in to his inner rock star, watch out! Whether crooning out an R&B tune, or stompin’ through a pop/rick favorite, David’s stage performances elicit screams and dancing, and occasionally empower a whole concert hall full of jumping fans.

David Archuleta performs Elevator at Z100 NY – 10.05.2010

Hanne58

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=24rae7C2vK8

The Other Side Down-foxnye 12/31/2010

andreasc47

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o4-H77sduyU

Jordin Sparks and David Archuleta – No Air duet  02/ 03/ 2010

StarryNites01

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yd_Avi3Y50I

David Archuleta New Year’s Eve Live – Elevator

by thop1984

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qdv_KcDedn0

12/31/2010

David Archuleta – Zero Gravity (LIVE, HQ Oct. 2, 2010 Grand Rapids, MI)

by colbert4win

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0cITjKWsYNM

DAVID ARCHULETA NAVIDAD 2010 (MTC’s Angels in the Realm of Glory)

carorz

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aSBtI4PYCJM

David Archuleta @ Regis&Kelly – GUEST MENTION, Elevator

JRforDA

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yq5qHWvZ83M

David Archuleta – “Pat-A-Pan” (from Orla Fallon’s Celtic Christmas)

zpfxlrdnajs

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NHGXOs2g49U

David Archuleta @ COS Promo w/ F&F – WORKS FOR ME

JRforDA

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J7jxbDwOtPQ

Best Live Performance – Heart Connection

Who among us can deny that one of the qualities we first noticed about David was his ability to touch our hearts with the sound of his voice, the expression in his eyes, and the pure emotion that he displays when he sings.

David Archuleta Be Still My Soul Rexburg

by 15263457689

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=na4J9-CPUJg

David Archuleta – Angels From The Realms Of Glory Live @ Temple Square, Utah

by MisterCrett

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kN1PocnLN4w

David Archuleta performs on the 2010 Jerry Lewis MDA Telethon

by MySpaceMDA

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gZffObNtFN8

David Archuleta Silent Night / with MOTAB 12/19/2010

by 15263457689

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0_M_G6J4ypE

David Archuleta Imagine Rexburg

by 15263457689

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RQirxHsjA30

David Archuleta @ CambioConnect/Music – MKOP/ANGELS

JRforDA

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OGcq6Sz68jo

David Archuleta – FallingStars @ TheGroveOfAnaheim (29 Dec 2010)

JRforDA

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mY3cNxkE6sI

Orla Fallon w/ David Archuleta – “Silent Night (Oíche Chiúin)”

zpfxlrdnajs

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=69SLSrjVDN8

Best Acapella Performance

A rascally friend of mine recently commented that when David sings a capella, there is an entire orchestra behind him. Who else will (or can) sing an impromptu song, in tune, on key, no autotune, just because his fans want him to? The one and only….

David Archuleta singing Angels acapella in Las Vegas 7/7/10

azac460

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x5T4d5pNTKQ

Heaven- (a capella) McAllen,TX

by jazmiin16

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LhNwHYICHF4

David Archuleta “Hope for Haiti Now”  (Prayer of the Children)

by 7pmm

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sPM-YSU14VE

David Archuleta God Bless America Deltafest

by 8throwcenter

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G3hm0zzSOzg

David Archuleta- God Bless The Broken Road-Rascal Flatts-Salt Lake City

by pattycake04

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6P0eHK_-D3s

David Archuleta – Fox & Friends – Maybe, I’m Amazed

by songbook5

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ypUEUXuXWSo

Song of the Year
(single or album track with a 2010 release date in the U.S.)

Whether you gravitate toward the silly, the soulful, the solemn, the serious, or the sentimental, David has a song for you.  Which one?

“Elevator”

Onetwo3Sunny

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Na7YVjT276E

“Who I Am”

BewarA714

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8eDLpAbDEiQ

“Something ‘Bout Love”

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZhRvd0bzIoE

“Good Place”

lemzkii

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5XCGUPE027U

“My Kind of Perfect”

BewarA714

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BaZVUf-YuCU

“Falling Stars”

BewarA714

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TdBT4zVUW3E

Most Archudorkable Moment

A self-professed dork, David seems to invite or attract the funny and the absurd. And, oh, how we love that endearing quality about him.

Asking David Archuleta to Marry Me

DavidArchuletaRocks1

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QM0ZUgQ7TKM

David Archuleta on TOSH.0 Comedy Central (Aug, 2010)

ArchuletaCentre

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1dFHvJirf60

David Archuleta American Idol VIP Party

tonyvks1075

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9_D4oqq-qNE

David accidently unplugs mic cord

MoTab and Archuleta swing Christmas
Salt Lake City Weekly review
Stephen Dark

Archuleta provided an admirable beacon of sincerity. Nervously gushing about his awe at being there, giving the discretest – and sweetest – little wave to friends or family in the front

David Archuleta and John Cena at the Teen Choice Awards 2010 – David Raps

TeenChoiceAwards010

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J6mFL8WDoKI

Most Archudorable Moment

David & the Squirrel

cristobalite4126

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V8qQn6xaONM

David learns a new instrument, kinda

JRforDA

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KCpuOqBvusw

David & Jonah

Jasmine11394

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mkGYDL5DeRs

Pat a Pan on Orla’s Christmas:

…when David put his hand out and hit an imaginary drum. For some reason, one of the most endearing qualities about David to me is how visual his hands are when he talks and sings. Love all his little hand gestures.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NHGXOs2g49U

Bryan Star Interview:

When interviewed by Bryan Star, David described that lady who grabbed & tried to kiss him, and also that little grey haired grandma who came up and poked him in the arm

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=auUNBTAdCKY

Blushing, fan-boying & couldn’t help himself sing-along with Alison Sudol

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SCkUviy26u8

David Archuleta intro to Elevator, “Extra Credit”, Q92 Radio Canton, Ohio

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ps0_prCY2o8

DA & Why He Can’t Be a Judge (Regis & Kelly TOSOD Promo)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KfRFz81lOHs

David Archuleta Valentine’s Day message 2/14/2010

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W0N91O8YScg

Hawtest David Picture (2010 only)

Hawt. Yes, David just continues to get better-looking by the day.  Did we say hawt? See for yourselves.

Hawt David Pic #1

Hawt David Pic #2

Hawt David Pic #3

Hawt David Pic #4

Hawt David Pic #5

Hawt David Pic #6

Hawt David Pic #7

Hawt Pic #8

Cutest David Picture (2010 only)

Cute David Pic #1

Cute David Pic #2

Cute David Pic #3

Cute David Pic #4

Cute Pic #5: By Laura Seitz, Deseret News

Top David Moment of the Year

2010 was a year full of significant events for David. We seem to forget the watershed moments that David experienced this past year as we look forward to the next album, the next tour, the next appearance. Looking back on these we can be reminded that David delivered an album, a best-selling book, and some amazing and glorious performances. 

Releasing his 3rd album: “The Other Side Of Down”

Becoming a Best Selling Author with Chords of Strength

Performing with The Mormon Tabernacle Choir

Performing at A Capitol 4th

Being part of Somos el Mundo

Best David Cover of Another Artist’s Song

Fans have often remarked that when David sings a cover, it no longer belongs to the original artist. Bringing his own musical sensibilities to these songs, David clearly marks them as his own….can we coin a new word – Archuletasize?

David Archuleta HD Imagine on American Idol Season 9 Results Show

thop1984

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bj0R7y1RNVk

David Archuleta – Crazy – Greenville, S.C.

ArchuletaAvenue

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_6heo32pny8

Jordin Sparks and David Archuleta – No Air duet  02/ 03/ 2010

StarryNites01

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yd_Avi3Y50I

David Archuleta- God Bless The Broken Road-Rascal Flatts-Salt Lake City

by pattycake04

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6P0eHK_-D3s

David Archuleta – I’ll Be – MOA

Jonerzz

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CsNEHnSfQ04

David Archuleta sining Stand By Me in HD at A Capitol Fourth

thop1984

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xOm-orJdQZA

David Archuleta covers TRAIN – HEY SOUL SISTER LIVE!

JennaFab33

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lv6yPOOc4l4

Best Christmas Song

When David puts his heart into a Christmas song – and he always does – there isn’t anything quite like his ability to bring tears of joy to our eyes. And how deep are the grooves your copy of Christmas From the Heart? (For those of you who are under thirty, there used to be grooves in “record albums” )

David Archuleta @ Christmas Concert Night 1 Slideshow w/ “GesuBambino” (17 Dec 2010)

JRforDA

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vs4xf5J9UIY

25-35 David Archuleta (HD) @ 2010 Kaleidoscope on Ice 01 IBH4C (aired 19 Dec)

JRforDA

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_xjPi-cHNQg

Orla Fallon w/ David Archuleta – “Silent Night (Oíche Chiúin)”

zpfxlrdnajs

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=69SLSrjVDN8

David Archuleta – “Pat-A-Pan” (from Orla Fallon’s Celtic Christmas)

zpfxlrdnajs

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NHGXOs2g49U

David Archuleta Silent Night

15263457689

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xHnkIiWuwes

Los Pastores a Belen – David Archuleta w/ the MOTAB – 12/19/10

Elizabeth5576

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2P6GVap7gqU

Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas: David Archuleta and Charice at The Grove 11-21-10

jwipe

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rLitzpU8OKE

Best Video Blog

Funny, serious, endearing, challenging, heartfelt, enthusiastic, motivating, charming, sleepy, silly, paternalistic, thankful….these are just some of the qualities and moods of David Archuleta in a vlog.

Finishing up the albummm

theofficialarchuleta

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ve7kVONiQVg

I was born a ramblin’ man

theofficialarchuleta

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JL1gTt0XZ-4

Haircut?

theofficialarchuleta

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WbPIKgyjabg

Happy Halloween!

theofficialarchuleta

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6dqo-uTTjzU

At Eman’s Studio

theofficialarchuleta

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4RKsaNDBlPM

Best TV Appearance

There is only one thing more exciting than watching David on TV (and that is David in a live concert). The camera loves him, the in-house audience loves him, and the TV-viewing audience loves him.

David Archuleta HD Imagine on American Idol Season 9 Results Show

thop1984

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bj0R7y1RNVk

Teen Choice Awards 2010

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J6mFL8WDoKI

A Capitol Fourth

thop1984

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y3pzcxfGEYc

Fox New Years Eve Live!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zSAme4Q0zZg

Tejano Music Awards

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6qY1ojVpxB4

Best Bonus Track

How many times have you heard a fan say, “Oh, I love that song! Why didn’t it make the album?” As long as we keep getting extra songs and bonus tracks – either on the iTunes version, or on a foreign release or simply leaked to youtube – we’ll keep asking buying them or adding them to our listening collection. Which 2010 bonus track was your favorite?

“Nothing Else Better To Do”

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z8gOJdZNw1E

“The Day After Tomorrow”

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xuHywzG3cZY

“Senseless “

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PG3ZdcJD5xw

“She’s Not You”

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sx6hUpabFUU

“Not A Very Good Liar”

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tewdlcIeLY4

Tweet of the Year

Oh, what can be said about David and Twitter? A perfect match, a platform made for the kind of random, interesting and hilarious thoughts – easily shared with a half million fans – that David’s amazing brain comes up with.

1. “You look a lot like Steven.” Huh? “Steven. Archuleta. Has anyone ever told you you look like Steven Archuleta?” hm.. Nope lol. 4:35 PM Dec 6th,2010

2. So I guess I look enough like me today but not enough to actually be me. People think I kind of look like David Archuleta lol. 2:27 PM Jul 10th, 2010

3. On the airplane… There are a lot of cheerleaders and volleyball players on board… Uh… lol. 5:18 PM Mar 17th, 2010

4. Now running away from all the cheerleaders and volleyball players! Ahh!! 7:17 PM Mar 17th, 2010

5. What an interesting looking bird the cassowary is. 10:02 PM Jan 27th, 2010

6. Just spent my entire flight trying to make a peacock out of a dollar. It’s pretty pathetic looking lol. Oh well at least I tried. 3:03 PM Jul 9th, 2010

7. I like how ‘What Hurts The Most’ came on the radio as I’m in the dentist chair getting worked on. 1:36 PM Jun 21st, 2010

8. “A cute little old white-haired lady comes up and pokes me. “I just needed to touch you so I could tell my granddaughters.” haha”

9. “Enrique Iglesias is on now. Man he has those girls screaming their heads off haha.” (July 29th)

10. “Getting a room organized that looks like a tornado hit it isn’t so bad once you get started. It’s actually kinda refreshing haha” (Dec. 13th)

11. “Wow, everyone in the airport is so cheerful today! Even the TSA. And I didn’t have to get pat down this time. Ah a great day lol.” (Nov. 22nd)

Most Impressive Comment from a Non-Archie

We fans just love a convert!

1. Made by someone who attended David’s concert with the Mormon Tabernacle Choir:

So David Archuleta. I won’t lie, I was extremely skeptical. Cute kid and all, but I’d be fibbing if I said I wasn’t turned off by all the teeny-bopper, American Idol hype. But about three seconds after he began to sing, I was a convert. It’s an understatement to say the boy’s got pipes. Seriously, we’re talking Josh Groban-level talent here.

2. By TJniby1026lala  on youtube.

At first I was watching this special to support Orla and Meav but as I looked at some of David’s other perfomances including this one, he really grew on me. I really like David’s Performance. I am now officially a new fan of David Archuleta.

3. John O’ Hurley at the TreeLighting @ Sacramento, CA – 07Dec 2010

What a talent! And I hope that sense of ease that he has stays with him through his entire career

4. Tony Potter Rexburg Standard Journal

What’s the lesson learned here? I guess it’s that hordes of young ladies and women falling over the pop icon with dreamy eyes and a magical voice can’t always be counted on to be irrational and lacking in real musical inclinations. It turns out, every once in a while, the hype is dead on.

5. Stephen Dark Salt lake City Weekly

Archuleta turned out to be the rarest of gifts in a season usually studied with the fake and insincere: something real, tangible and, even for a crusty old cynic like myself, touchingly recalling Christmas’ past when carols, sung with feeling, could still stir one’s heart.

Best new Fan-made Videos/Tributes in 2010

Robbie Williams & David Archuleta – Angels by xaidor

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nQkIoOYV6TQ

David Archuleta’s ‘Chords Of Strength: My Journey! by ArchuletaFanScene

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R03KvJC9L40

David Archuleta 20th Birthday [HQ] by kelvinbeh06

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IWASM-LX3Ac

Happy 20th Birthday David Archuleta! by DavidArchieFan171

Vulnerable Man by strangerphilosophy

David Archuleta – Senseless by pabuckie

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=prM05Bcsn0A

David Archuleta – The Other Side of Down – Photoshoot (Behind the Scenes) by maaxsuel

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R_urlOx5hS4

Best or most interesting quote from Chords of Strength

1. Chords of Strength:

Sometimes it takes a miracle to reignite a person’s passion. Sometimes when you least expect it, the tables turn and that scary feeling that has taken a hold of you for so long somehow turns into hope. Call it luck, call it help from above, call it whatever you will…I definitely believe some kind of miracle was at play when my voice, for no understandable or explainable reason, started to feel better again.

2. Chords Of Strength– PG. 198 (under one of the cutest pics in the book, j’s sayin’..)

I could feel the melody soothe so many of this poor woman’s pains, and I could see the lyrics fill her heart with peace. Here was that gift again, this time coming from me to her–and in that moment I realized that performing for me would be much more than just being a good singer, and everything to do with being a good person. The bottom line is that while you’re performing it’s hard to hide who you really are. It’s all about the interpretation of the song, not just the song itself.

3. Chords of Strength–PG 193 & 194

So many things confuse me. But ‘feeling’ is a language I can understand. That’s why I connect with music so much.
Music can be so much more than entertainment. It can be an act of communion, a dialogue in sound, sacred, or soulful, happy or sad, intense or soothing; it can cover the entire spectrum of human emotions. With music we can all speak the same language and we can relate to one another’s joys and pains.

Now, the hard part – you have to choose just one in each category.

VOTING HAS CLOSED!

Stay tuned for the results tomorrow.

(Drum roll please…)

… THE THIRD ANNUAL ARCHIE AWARDS!

This is a chance for YOU, THE FANS, to decide what were David’s best moments, best songs, and best performances of 2010. How many Archudorkable moments can you remember? What was David’s most memorable tweet? What picture of David took your breath away? It’s time to look back at everything from 2010 and once again revel in its awesomeage.

This nominating process (and the voting!) are open to ALL fans, from ALL the fansites!

So pop your copy of TOSOD in the player, rub your hands together, and NOMINATE! Don’t be shy! Say why your nominee should be included in the final five! TDC’s illustrious Nominations Committee will peruse your squees and suggestions and choose the final 5 nominations for each category based on a combination of things, including the number of nominations and general enthusiasm. So if someone else has already posted something that you wanted to mention, then nominate it, too!

Here’s how it will go down:

1. Sunday, January 23rd (now!) – Nominations open. Use the comments section below to post up your ideas, links to songs, videos, performances, pictures, etc. that you think should be included in the final nomination lists. If you want, say why it should be included. Repeat nominations are allowed!

2. Sunday, January 30th at MIDNIGHT (Eastern Time) – Nominations CLOSE.

3. Friday, February 4th - Final list of nominations (5 per category) is posted. Voting begins!

4. Sunday, February 13th – Voting Closed

5. Monday, February 14th - Winners are posted!!!

Also, if you have another great idea for a category, let us know! We might include it!

THE THIRD ANNUAL ARCHIE AWARDS

CATEGORIES (in no particular order)

Best Live Performance – Rockin the House
Best Live Performance – Heart Connection
Best Acapella Performance
Song of the Year (single or album track with a 2010 release date in the U.S.)
Most Archudorkable Moment
Most Archudorable Moment
Hawtest David Picture (2010 only)
Cutest David Picture (2010 only)
Top David Moment of the Year
Best David Cover of Another Artist’s Song
Best Christmas Song
Best Video Blog
Best TV Appearance
Best Bonus Track
Best Piece of Archuwisdom (quotation)
Funniest Archuquote (non-Tweet)
Tweet of the Year
Most Fanatical/Endearing Comment from an Archie
Most Impressive Comment from a Non-Archie
Best new Fan-made Videos/Tributes in 2010
Best or most interesting quote from Chords of Strength