Photo: Safran Lecuivre/SCMP
I appreciate my fans so much. It means so much to me, all that they do. It’s so hard for me to understand how they are so passionate. I wonder, ‘What did I do that made them … so supportive?‘ I certainly never thought, ‘What can I do to get people to become passionate fans?'” he says. “I just went about doing what I did.
It makes me in awe just to think they would be so supportive, that they would follow what I do, they would listen to what I do, and be interested in the work that I do. I feel very blessed to have the group of fans that I have.”
Whether about life, career or food, David has this childlike wonder about him. This is especially true when it comes to his Archies or ArchAngels, as shown by the above quote lifted from a recently posted interview by Leon Lee of Hong Kong, “A True Fan of the Fans”..
It is this seemingly permanent state of awe that makes David irresistibly adorable. Despite his success, he remains unfazed by the showbiz trappings. To him, he remains, just David.
Wanna help make David understand?
In honor of David turning 21 this year, can you help me come up with 21 things that David does that make us passionate about supporting him? 21 reasons why we are interested in what he does? 21 reasons that make us go bonkers over him? Causing ODD among his Archies?
Am sure you’re thinking, “JR, you have to be kidding… 21 reasons ONLY? LOL
But the timing is perfect! Cos starting tomorrow, we have 21 days left before Mr. Archuleta turns 21.
So Archies, are you game? Just state your case on this thread. Let’s see what we come up with. Hope to hear from you guys!
Meanwhile, let me leave you with this ditty –
~ jackryan4DA
ps: The Mothership has started to put up CONCERT VIDEOS by mixing its own footage with the best scenes from FAN VIDS. Am putting them here in this thread as proof of the things @DavidArchie does 😉
THE MOTHERSHIP MKOC TOUR VID COLLECTION:
WAIT
MKOC-FA-LA-LA-LA-LA
CLIMB EVERY MOUNTAIN
LITTLE DRUMMER BOY
{will add more as the OS posts}
A Not-So Microscopic New AVI — t.h.u.d.
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Oh, this looks like fun….I’ll be back with some ideas. 😉
1. David stays true to his roots, his beliefs and his values.
2. He has a magnificent voice!
3. He is funny on stage and off
4. He shares himself via twitter
5. He works so hard to do well in everything he does
6. He takes the time to understand himself, and to share that with his fans.
Okay, that’s my start.
I do want to say, “He’s gorgeous” too
New VLOG!
Shoshone Falls
JR -- I was just coming over here to post that! LOL That is a pretty cool video!
Cool to see that there is such a place in Idaho! Looks so romantic 😉
Here in the Philippines, there is a place called Sagada. It is 7 mountains away up from Baguio City -- one of the coldest place here. It is so high up that when you are perched in one of the mountain edges, it feels like you could touch the sky. My last visit was over 10 years ago.
It is so beautiful people have commented that when you go there “you have to be with the one you love or else, you will love the one you’re with!”
Now that’s a setting I see David in, someday soon 😉
1.David is Charitable.
2. David is humble.
3.David is gracious.
4.David passionate.
5.David lives life fully and explores wherever he is.
6. David is thoughtful and always thinking of others.
7.David pays tribute to his roots.
8.David is always willing to try new food and goes out of his way to compliment the people cooking the food.
9.David can sing from the bottom of his toes to the top of his head and from his innermost being and soul.
10. David sees his singing as an exchange between him and his audience and believes it is a gift that he willingly shares.
11.He is a jutebox and dancer all in one. and what Marlie said!!
Carry on…… I could go on and on. Nice project!
Heidijoy -- those are great!
David’s media blitz continues, this time in Boise, ID
42-29 David Archuleta Interview @ 107.9 Lite FM (Media Blitz, 07 Dec 2011)
This will be added to our MKOC Media Blitz Page
Disney Dreaming also noticed the new DA twitter avatar.
http://www.disneydreaming.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/David-Archuleta-Twitter-Picture.jpg
David Archuleta just changed over his profile picture on Twitter to the one above, and we love it! David is on his My Kind Of Christmas Tour – have you seen him performing live? We can’t wait for David to come out with another album, and another holiday album! What about you?
http://www.disneydreaming.com/2011/12/07/david-archuleta-posts-a-new-twitter-picture/
David w/ Lisa Adams of Lite FM
Also added to our MKOC Media Blitz Page
#1 -- THAT THING YOU DO, DAVID ARCHULETA
1st on the list is from HEIDIJOY
“David can sing from the bottom of his toes to the top of his head and from his innermost being and soul.”
How true, how true!
Thanks Heidi for this 🙂
#2 -- THAT NINJA THING YOU DO< DAVID ARCHULETA!
Ninja & lethal changes such as a new avi in the midst of an already killer of a Christmas show
a not-so-microscopic copy of the new avi (posted above)
http://www.thedavidchronicles.com/wp-content/uploads/NEW-AVI-HUGE-01.png
Hey You ARE WELCOME. As you know words are never enough to describe David’s singing. I think music is just bursting to get out of him. It is his very being. It is in every cell.
Thanks for archiving everything and your devotion to David and his fans.
I’m still avoiding You tube but have read a few reviews. Working hard to get everything done before leaving Dec 17.
I love that the Tour is bringing Unity back in the fan world.
HEIDI -- I dunno how you can stand not watching… and till he 17th yet? If I were in you place, I’d be daid by then, LOL.
I admire your self control 🙂
MKOC TRIVIA
From Candy of FOD
“…we were waiting out by the bus after the show and the band told us that David “Hated the idea of the drums” and it wasn’t until the very last rehearsal before the tour he even tried it. If he hadnt stepped outside his comfort zone we would have missed this wonderful gem!
The fans reaction in Westbury was why they moved it to the encore…and the rest is history…”
That’s what I like about this band. It challenges David. The credentials of his band members are impeccable. And we can see from their performance, David’s music has not sounded better.
This means I won’t give up David tackling PYT someday. The arrangement is ready. Just needs some prodding.. 🙂
DA outside w/ fans after Irving concert thanks to fansofarchie
This was added to the Irving Tour Page
Some tweets about the Dapo & Friends Project:
@LisaMurray Every artist should have fans as respectful and dedicated as @DavidArchie fans. The fans are who keep your dreams alive.
@LisaMurray said: Archie Fans we R finalizing the recording on Dapo & Friends Xmas project today. I’ll let you know when I know the exact date. I promise!
#3 -- THAT FA-LA-LA-LA-LA THING YOU DO, DAVID ARCHULETA
Coming up with a Christmas song just for this tour and making the audience spazz with his bachata moves -- EPIC!
For this purpose, we’re featuring the vid from the 1st show -- just listen to the squeals to his dancing!
And here’s my stab at the lyrics. Am not sure the the 3rd line of the 1st verse, but the rest am comfortable with 🙂
FA-LA-LA-LA-LA
You smile, I light up like a Christmas tree
You laugh, my heart melts like the snow
You call, I listen for your wisdom words(?)
Your home is where I wanna go.
CHORUS
Feliz Navidad mis amigos (translation: Merry Christmas my friends)
Feliz Navidad Prospero Año Nuevo (translation: Merry Christmas Prosperous New year)
Feliz Navidad mi familia (translation: Merry Christmas my family)
You’re a gift to me, Fa-la-la-la-la
Fa-la-la-la-la, Fa-la-la-la-la
Fa-la-la-la-la, La-la-la-la-la
Fa-la-la-la-la, Fa-la-la-la-la
Fa-la-la-la-la, La-la-la-la-la
All year your presence in my life is bliss
All signs keep pointing me to you
All roads keep leading back to where you are
Alright, that’s what I’m gonna do.
(Repeat Chorus)
BRIDGE
Sing a Christmas song
Ding-dong, ding-dong
Shining your inner light
Come and sing along
Ding-dong, ding-dong
All around the world tonight
(Repeat chorus 2x)
Fa-la-la-la-la, Fa-la-la-la-la
Fa-la-la-la-la, La-la-la-la-la
#4 -- THAT FUNNY THING YOU DO, DAVID ARCHULETA!
On Marlie’s list -- “David is funny on and off the stage”.
Yeah we have plenty of those golden moments such as the one below:
Still from the MKOC/Fa-la-la-la-la number -- THE MISTLETOE MOMENT @ mark :24
Bahahahahahaha! I mean, WHO talks like that about mistletoes?
Oh David, only you…
Too funny! He does make me laugh in such a good way.
That was such a funny moment when he said that at Verona! “not active” lol
The Mothership has started to put up CONCERT VIDEOS by mixing its own footage with the best scenes from FAN VIDS.
Available so far: Wait, CEM, Fa-lalalala & LDB
Am adding them in this thread as proof of the things @DavidArchie does 😉
Masterclass Monday: David Archuleta’s Inspiring Version Of Silent Night
This video of David Archuleta performing Silent Night with the Mormon Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra has to be the most compelling, passionate and inspiring performance of this song classic I have ever had the pleasure to see and hear.
Recorded live last Christmas and set to air on PBS on Tuesday, December 13th from 8:00-9:00 P.M., David’s arrangement of this beautiful carol is nothing short of exceptional.
His phrasing, inflection, his lyrical, seamless vocal quality and expressive interpretation, are absolutely sublime. His face is radiant throughout this song and genuinely expresses the meaning of the lyrics in every verse.
Watch how his demeanor changes for each verse. It is very evident in the third verse, where his facial expression and body language mirrors the text so very well. He wears his joy and happiness on his sleeve. It really is remarkable.
David has released a CD and DVD with the Mormon Tabernacle Choir called Glad Christmas Tidings.
It is an absolutely exquisite “watch and listen”, capturing the spirit of Christmas through stellar vocal and instrumental performances.
It is available for hard copy or digital purchase from Amazon.com or via ITunes.
But do yourself a favor right now and listen to the video below. It is an excellent way to begin your week and to be reminded where the meaning of Christmas truly lives and breathes.
Update: You can also order Glad Christmas Tidings DVD from Deseret Book for $18.74, free shipping code, 12DaysFree
Also, I was just informed by one of my readers, Janey, that Silent Night is NOT included on the PBS special. So, if you want to enjoy the entire show, you better order yourself the DVD tout suite!
Please drop her a comment or two for this lovely review
NEW VLOG!
ALCATRAZ
CONCERT PIX -- SECOND SET thanks to Heather Frable
Added to the Stroudsburg Page