Just in time to give thanks to all the passionate and creative Archies who contribute their own talents so that we can celebrate David’s talent, a set of wonderful new works from Rabid. Get a super XXL version of the above image here. Thanks, James!
Have a wonderful holiday weekend, everyone. I know you will all be joining me in giving thanks for the gift of music. May we have many more Thanksgivings accompanied by the feast that is David Archuleta.
SILVERFOX, KIZZI, HG! WAKE UP WAKE UP!
JACKRYAN, RONALD & SCOTT, EVERYBODY --
GREAT NEWS!
Spoiler*Spoiler*spoiler*spoiler*
At the beginning of VH1’s countdown the host claimed there was a new #1 and they showed Cook’s, Britney’s , Altered Bridge(I think that’s what the group is called)
and David’s video. So, I was on pins & needles wondering if Britney finally was able to claim the top spot. I knew it couldn’t be Cook’s because she claimed a new #1, but, would David be claimed as new, since he has already held the #1 position.
So they get to #4 and Britney takes that position, now its just Altered Bridge that I had to watch out for. Did David beat Cook this week or did he slip to third? (no, no, please, please)
Fingers crossed I impatiently wait for WHO is at #3……
ALTERED BRIDGE!!!! I so wanted to rush online and tell you guys the great news right then & there, but I have waited until after seeing David reclaim the top spot 😀
So Happy, are you Happy?! and Betsy, I’m sorry if I woke up Adam, but I am just so excited!
Also, did everyone hear- Crush jumped back to #19 on I-Tunes. 😀
TOfan, thank you for the link. I have just signed the petition for David’s 5 bonus tracks to be available on overseas iTunes stores.
What great reading here…nice to see people who are in David’s loop…
When we are born we are 0 months old…When we are 1 we have lived one year already…when David is 18…he will have lived 18 years already…
I hope that you see what I mean…he is more mature then ,many think and the “kid” he is not…then…I have never thought of him that way…How can he be a kid when you watch him sing songs such as WYSYLM??? There is a video on you tube that has nearly 1,000,000 hits and that is the best of David…The smile is a killer at the point near the end where he seems to stop,,,Everyone screams…he smiles and then continues on…the killer moment….maybe that is why there are nearly 1,000,000 hits…
On a more serious note, as I have a feeling Rascal will be coming in with his much awaited feedback on the AOL session (that is unless he is all thudded out all this time!), the latter just proves the following:
1. Less is more — Jive are you listening? See how fiiiine and glorious David sounds when his songs are not peppered with production-what-have-yous & techo tweeks? Leverage the best instrument that your talent has -- THE VOICE, THE VOICE -- and you could never go wrong.
2. A masterclass vocalist live & in-studio — STUNNING, simply jaw dropping. Seems impossible to achieve but he does sound pitch-perfect in these 5 songs with a full range to play around with, in terms of variety in the song selection & in the technical aspect of the music. It is already hard to believe that he was singing most of these songs live for the first time. But that he could surpass the vocal quality of the recorded version stands to reason that he should come up with a Live Album.
One more thing, let me tell you, his songs are not easy to handle. Crush -- he has it down pat. But Crush + ALTNOY & My Hands are punishing in terms of breathing with extended high notes to boot; Where Crush asks for an ethereal quality in its rendition because of the purity of its theme, My Hands & ALTNOY require vocal maturity to lend the depth they require. His new lower registers came in handy here. But both songs have a number of extended high notes as well which David hit with precision. His falsettos and head tones were glorious as he switched from one note to another! NOT easy, gah!
You Can, a deceptively simple song actually requires a measured sensitivity. It is a pretty song (my personal favorite in the basic 12 tracks) and in the hands of some other singer, it could have sounded cheesy . Listening to it w/o looking, he was able to bring out the emotional core of the song but there were segments in the piece where I sensed that he was more conscious of hitting the right notes rather than being authentic. But given his limited experience, this performance is already remarkable. Am sure that given time, he will be able to “let go” to give the likes of You Can the nuance they deserve. Then, it becomes truly transcendent -- in the league of WYSYLM.
With TMH — I rest my case! 🙂 Being in the minority in cheering for this song since the beginning, am glad to note of the converts not only from here but from all over! I believed in the possibilities of this piece, especially in the hands of an artist with David’s caliber. he elevated an originally light-weight song into a gloriously magnificent fun piece! Take note of that 6-sec head tone (counter 3:13), flawlessly followed by more vocal gymnastics in the next 30 secs or so -- we’re not worthy! we’re not worthy! Just love it! Now, if David could only get cracking on that guitar so my dreams would have been fulfilled for this song 🙂
3. David has transitioned Since IdolDays, his AOL sessions showed a seamless transit into a matured performer. He just oozed more confidence, more self-assurance here. And very relaxed.
It has been said that “he’s very much attuned to what will work for him…and what will not work for him. He trusts his own instincts and doesn’t get caught up in the hype.” Seen as awkward & naive by some, he is often underestimated. And as someone wise once said, do so at your own peril ;).
4) Kudos to the band -- they sounded great! Fantastic harmonizing with THE VOICE. It was obvious that they were enjoying the sessions 🙂 This ones a keeper.
5) Kudos also to the stylist. Dang it! And that’s just about what I have to say about that cos I think I have done enough damage in with my previous posts already. LOL
All in all, David just cemented his stake at the music industry. If there was any doubt as to how he fits in, well his AOL performance just erased those concerns. Not just a fine addition to the talent pool, his likes is actually the much needed shot by the music industry to save it from the manufactured doldrums it is in.
Oh, RASCAL, wherefore art thou?
cutter12 -- FABULOUS NEWS! Thanks for posting the results this fine and beautiful morning. I celebrate with you! and I salute David!
First thing I listened to this AM was TMH on AOL--can’t listen enough! I am so very happy for him…and, yes, I am a true blue junkie of THE VOICE and proud of it!
CUTTER -- Thank you for sharing the good news. I was monitoring the IDF graveyard shifters to find out, when I started writing on my previous post, so I lost track.
YIPEE!!! Angels rule! David rules!
JackRyan4DA, loved every word of your #448.
Love this place, where we can speak about the many ways David affects us. I’m amazed at how often someone here posts about something specific (the loosened tie, a held note, certain moves or expressions) and I have to go back and find the gems. So thanks to all.
The AOL sessions have wreaked havoc on my plans to carve into holiday chores — but never has procrastination been so fun.
Have been watching David at AOL session over and over again and again. Gosh, his performance is absolutely incredible! His vocal prowess is breathtakingly stunning. The live versions are better than those on the CD. And he closed his eyes, and he looked shocking sexy and dreamy. Gosh, I am gushing! and I am going back to listen and watch again, I just can’t help myself.
#451 Kait: LOL, chores galore for me too!
But, I am thinking chores can wait (they will always be there) and this fleeting moment of pure joy, will move on quickly. You are so right, procrastination has never been so sweet!
TMH -- Last 1/3 -- David has such sassiness -- can’t wait to hear him live at the Atl Jingle Ball. Hmmm….maybe I need to go to more Ball/Jams….*runs off to check schedule*
Guess what the first thing I did was after I got up this morning?
Yep,
AOL…..ARCHIE OVERLOAD LAND 🙂
I can’t stop!!! But, what a way to go!
TMH was not my favourite, but now,hmmm, after the AOL sessions, I am falling in love with this song. It sound so different live, it is amazing. David puts so much feelings into this song. My Hands, wow, I am speechless. My, my, I am in a daze and I have been watching since lunch time, and now it is bed time and I am still watching. The magic of David and his fabulous VOICE! Oh, that VOICE, it is a killer.
This was unannounced but it is happening now. David is on the radio this very morning, on Rick Dee’s Top 40 countdown.
http://rick.fm/v20/falshloader.cfm?REQUEST…HR_08_48_v2.xml
cutter…I’m awake! Is it true? You’re not joshin’ are ya?
If David is back wher he belongs, #1 on VH1, I would like to apologize for doubting my fellow ArchAngels..I didn’t think we would get it done!
jackryan..what can I say…you amaze me! you are spot on! I so enjoyed your post! And you know what I LOVE most…you called David, THE VOICE! I love that! I would love for David to become known as THE VOICE..is there any other title more fitting? The magic he creates with his VOICE? Tell me, who else can compare?
Kizzi..you also called David, THE VOICE! And about the Jingle Concerts..I’m guessing there’s a new interest in the concerts by David’s fans as well as others who just happened to check out the sessions..Even if THE VOICE only sings 3-4 songs, it’ll be well worth it. My sis & I are going to the Houston Jam too. And if I could, I would go to the Albany Jam. But there’s always the solo concerts that are “in talks”!!
diana..shockingly sexy & dreamy..not really shocking….
remember the AI Tour and especially WYSYLM?? hahaha!
Joner..haha! I don’t even get out of my bed…just reach over for my laptop and log in..first thing every morning ..it’s like my “coffee” since I don’t drink coffee!
I wonder if David and “his people” knew the Sessions would be released on Thanksgiving? I’m wondering cuz there were no leaks about the date of release and I buh-lieve there are some “inside sources” in David’s camp that leak info. How did AOL do it? Well, if THE VOICE ever wondered how he could “Thank his fans”…he just did, a hundred times, with these sessions, on THANKSGIVING DAY!
Good morning all! How glorious of a day it is? The sun is shining(cold as heck, though) but, beautiful just the same. So much excitement in “David” world right now! We Archuleta Fanatic Fans did our thing very well. Go us! David is back at #1. Where he belongs. All that Cook thing last week was a fluke from his not so honest fans. But, I won’t go into how I feel about that. Just 1 thing about him though, I have NO desire to check out his session on AOL. I actually fell asleep at the computer last night watching and listening to the most GLORIOUS, GORGEOUS VOICE I have ever been blessed to witness! My Awesome Husband woke me up. I had a big red mark on my forehead! Ha! Ha!
Good morning! I don’t post here much but I do often lurk. I’m wondering if anyone is interested in buying a single ticket for the Jingle Ball in Lowell Ma. on Dec. 11th? I bought three tickets and now one friend can’t go. I paid $125 for the ticket, but I will take less for it. I’d much rather have a David fan take it- I don’t really want to sell it on Craig’s List or somewhere. It’s a good seat.. Floor 1 row 17 and you’d be sitting with two Archies, my friend Carla and myself. If anyone is interested my e-mail is [email protected]. People who went last year said the artists did autograph signings during the show so hopefully there would be an opportunity this year to talk with David. 🙂
FOD has info on The Band -- I didn’t read it yet -- wanted to run back here and let all of you know.
Off to read all about The Band now….
Go to snarky’s now..but I warn you..go at your own risk..you take your life in your hands if you do..don’t say I dindn’t warn you! go now,,
http://www.snarkyarchies.com/2008/11/aol-sessions-you-can-screencaps.html
hope your life insurance is up to date!
Cutter12 #445, so David is #1 AGAIN on VH1 countdown?? What great news!! I wonder if he’s approaching a record. This is insane!!!
Jackryan #448, have you thought of posting in the Artist thread over at IDF? That post would be so great to have there!
It also looks like I’ll probably have an extra ticket at the Dec. 3 Sacramento Jingle Ball right next to me (a friend had to back out), so if anyone’s willing…
And on a more serious note, I am LOVING “You Can” and how David looks when he closes his eyes and is in that “special place.” He looks mega-dreamy! 🙂
Here’s something I just wrote in the Artist thread:
I was just watching TMH on AOL Sessions right now and it’s interesting that we can now find things that David “adds” to music again, just as we did during the AI days, even though these are his own songs.
Because what he did in the studio — from what we know of the Angels recording process — involved a set of compromises with the producer(s), not to mention that they were recorded so quickly during the AI tour. Now that he’s performing the songs live more, he has more freedom to work out and add his own “Davidisms.”
I liked TMH, but it wasn’t a standout to me on the album. It was catchy as heck, but after a few listens it seemed too repetitive to me.
Well, one reason why I love the AOL Sessions version a lot more is that there’s a LOT more variation. People have pointed out the instrumentation is edgier -- which I like, but not only that because what I like is that there’s buildup between the different choruses, and the last 30 seconds is pure rock drum-banging, wall-of-sound bliss. 🙂
But what also hasn’t been pointed out is David’s vocal variations throughout the song. Every now and then he adds an “mmm” or a “woahohh” and feeling the rhythm of the song, and I especially love the soulful last “IIIII’lll never have the chance again” right before the bridge. The whole vocal comes off more soulful, living, and immediate.
It makes me wonder whether he had these ideas in the studio but the producer told him to tone it down to make it more repetitive and mantra-like, so that it would be more “catchy for radio.” Just like how the Angels producer asked David not to include some runs and embellishments in Angels.
SF#220, thanks for the prayer, I need it the most, I am a platinum but young at heart. I love reading your posts, they crack me up.
JR#448, great comments.
I did not think very much of TMH until I listened and watched the AOL sessions, now I love it. ALTNOY has always been my No. 1 favourite on the Album and still is.
Holy Mackerel, I am so mesmerished by David and his VOICE it seems I don’t need to eat and sleep. I have been watching these five performances since lunch time on Saturday and now is the 1st hour of Sunday. Unbelievable! I think I am going crazzzzy.
JR 448 and Ronald 463 I do SO enjoy these insightful comments. David live is instinctive creativity at it’s best. I wonder if it has been that history suggests that what is “catchy for radio” means repetitive lyrics and synthesized music equals success? I can’t for the life of me understand this, and maybe this is why I really don’t enjoy pop music as a whole. Give me subtle nuances and emotive musical creativity any day. It could also be why I have truly enjoyed buying live performance CD over studio ones.
Referring back to Brooklyndawn’s comment that a video of David singing is included on his next CD should be a given! I get tingles listening to David sing, but there is something extra special about watching him sing.
#461 SF: WoW! and, to quote the subject of those screen caps: “I’m not a hunk or anything!” Think again, David.
ronaldsf, I too am loving all the little changes in the AOL sessions. We know the songs so well in the studio version, but here they are, in-the-moment, with a high note becoming low, a new twist of melody, a new pause, a mmmm added where it wasn’t before. Lovely lovely surprises.
For example: in the song I am obsessively listening to, My Hands, the band makes great use of SILENCE to build a moment of high energy. I especially love the silence just before it kicks into high gear with the words: “but it’s harder to hold on.” So cool! The added ending with the quiet acoustic guitar and back-up vocals just slays me.
I’ve always thought that the words of this song are just goofy, but watching David sing those words you are suddenly INSIDE that urgency and pain. And then David’s sweet smile when the song ends just leaves me weak. Oh my…
JR4DA~ #444/~ …I thought the same thing the first time I watched the AOL videos…. wow…
ronaldsf #462 -- I’ve been a lurker of ND for months, but never have the courage and time to leave any comment. I’m a die-hard David fan since AI days. I’ll buy the ticket from you in a heart beat if you friend decides not to go. It will be a honor to sit next to you. I live in Oakland Montclair area, and I’ll provide more info if you could provide me your email. If you are cuirous, I’m a golden Chinese Archie.
There’s more on the band @ FOD. Haven’t had time to catch up here, so don’t know if this has already been posted. Very interesting stuff! (Don’t think I can get the pictures to post though!)
Meet the Band!
How long have we waited to learn more about David Archuleta’s band? The wait is over! Meet the band in an FOD exclusive!
My favorite “Very Reliable Source” has come through yet again, and will soon be giving me more information. For now, here’s a little bit to get you started. Thanks, Very Reliable Source!
From left to right: Steve Feketi (guitar), Clarence Allen (keyboards), George Dum (drums), Andre de Santanna (bass player), Pathik Desai (musical director/acoustic/rhythm guitar). Not pictured: Raymond Amico, tour/production manager. Picture credit to our very own FOD’er Mhelchuleta.
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Bottom line is: lots of experience and a good-looking group. What I would like to hear is their opinions of David during the AOL Session! Hopefully, that’s coming soon! Can’t wait!
Quiteblanc, hi! I actually don’t have a car and so am trying to hitch a ride with beebee and her husband. They haven’t gotten back to me though -- they’re driving up from Napa and so it will be a little detour.
Maybe if I can put you in the mix I can make a stronger case! LOL Now you said Oakland Montclair, as in Oakland, right? I was planning to take the BART to Richmond station which is close to Highway 80.
Or do you drive? Because then that would cast away my woes! Email me at [email protected] and I’ll get you a for-sure answer very soon regarding my friend, so that you have time to get your own ticket if need be -- remember that there’s a FOD lunch with about 44 other Archies and so if you get your own ticket I’m sure we can find a way for you to sit with others! But then again, that probably won’t be necessary. 🙂
# 448 jackryan4DA
Thanks for your clever review!
# 467 davidfanLIZ
I’m listening to MY HANDS obsessively, too. It’s always been my favourite as I love the quircky lyrics and the way David says ‘control’ and ‘chanel’. I love all the time metaphors in it. Oh, when he says ‘everything that shows time is gone’ he slays me. He does something with his fist and his head that shows great determination. And the ending is great. I see many of these songs being used in films and tv series. Don’t you think?
rsf~~don’t be selling those shoulder seats of yours..they are mine remember…!!! front and center….haha.. I will drive..you will lift….LOL
I am way more comfortable in lurker mode, but I just had to leave my safe place for a few minutes to express a thought or two; either that, or risk an emotional implosion.
I have followed David since serendipitous channel surfing took me to his first pre-audition interview with Ryan Seacrest. Something about David caught me instantly and I had to see how he did in front of the Idol judges. The rest, as they say, is history; and like most of you, I closely follow the blogs, the videos, the news—whatever I can find. David’s music constantly plays, in the house, in my head, and in my car (I cannot pull into a parking lot without thinking of silverfox).
I have now spent hours at AOL in a blissful Archutrance. I am completely gobsmacked by this man-child and what he does (and will do) with his voice. I have never met David or seen him perform live; and the possibility of that happening for me is so remote it literally hurts. When David looks into the camera near the end of ALTNOY to sing “and I really don’t know what to do,” I am convinced he understands how I feel.
NotingDavid is such a lovely place to feed my obsession that I show up every day for a handout. Thank you to rascal and to all of you “rascal regulars” for your comments, your insights, and your highly entertaining pass-the-defibrillator parties. I may sit in the corner and not say much, but I feel at home and among friends.
Quiteblanc, I just wanted to say that …What a nice thing for you to say about ronaldsf. “It would be an honor to sit next to you”. Cool people come here! Just goes to show what kind of fans David Archuleta attracts!
I am humbled by other people’s humility! 🙂
And GranFan, “When David looks into the camera near the end of ALTNOY to sing “and I really don’t know what to do,” I am convinced he understands how I feel.”
THAT is my favorite moment in ALTNOY? Although the reason for my love is less cerebral.
It’s just dayum-sexay. 😉
Whoops -- ALTNOY! not “ALTNOY?” lol
AOL Sessions Review from Neon Lime Light: “…Archie took the stage and performed a number of songs off his self-titled debut album such as first single Crush, brand new second single A Little Too Not Over You, My Hands, Touch My Hand and one of my absolute favorites You Can. I’m a little disappointed that he didn’t perform Running but the disappointment faded the second he opened his mouth to sing. I’m in awe of how talented he is. Check it out! You’ll love this one!”
http://neonlimelight.com/2008/11/27/david-archuleta-performs-on-aol-sessions
Hi GranFan! Your comments were so sweet; hopefully one day you WILL get to see David. Never say never. As a member of the pass-the-defibrillator parties, I am thankful every day for Rascal allowing us to be here.
Ronaldsf, it’s sooo good to see you here today. I have to tell you that we really needed you last night; Happy and DJB were very naughty and narrowly escaped being sent to jail. Where is our PBA in the middle of the night? We always miss each other. ON a more serious note, I hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving. You are such a kind-hearted soul; it seems David’s fans all have this in common. Just love ‘ya all. TTYL………
djb 474, LOL!!! Oh, of course I won’t sell those! Are you going to Sacramento???
Ooh, we’re about to hit 500 comments! Have we ever done that before?? Hurry let’s keep commenting before Rascal reins us in! 🙂
chickee 480, Thank you for the kind words! I had a GREAT dinner involving turkey, sangria, and karaoke. And I hope you and everyone else here had a WONDERFUL Thanksgiving!
Wait, who am I kidding? Of COURSE you all did because we all got to FEAST on David!!
(Oh, I didn’t mean that to sound creepy LOL)
How is everyone’s weekend? I am loving the AOL sessions. Wow, the songs sound even better live!
Favor from everyone, please? Here I was sooo excited that David was at #1 on Vh1 this morning, but now I’ve checked their website and Crush does not have a flame beside it. 🙁
While everyone is checking out the AOL videos, I love the intensity David puts into TMH and I LOVE the rock feel to it! ;
And of course ALTNOY is definitely my favorite, could you mosey over to VH1 and vote a few bazillion times?( I’m not asking for much) 😉
http://www.vh1.com/shows/series/top_20_countdown/vote.jhtml
I was just back at AOL Sessions listening to “My Hands” again. Those harmonies at the end have a James-Taylor-esque sound to them, don’t they? Very nice.
olemr2001 -- Yes. Very James Taylor-ish. I still can’t get over the fact that they had only had 5 rehearsals before this filmed. And it was the first time he’d performed these except for Crush…which was only once before. Amazing!
I just love the harmonies at the end of “My Hands,” too. As someone mentioned above, the sessions reflect how fancy production stuff isn’t needed with David’s music, just the voice and instruments.
Someone said that David must be close to a record on VH1. From what I remember, the record this year is seven weeks. I think this week makes David’s fifth. I would LOVE to see him top artist at VH1 for the year. Forever, actually. haha I’m willing to wear my fingers to the nub making it happen. Anyone else with me on this?
Bookaholic, it’s the 6th time in 10 weeks. 🙂
RONALDSF on #462 -- am iffy about posting opinions in other fansites, esp IDF cos you know… I find the regulars there way too sensitive when it comes to Archie, you know what I mean? And I am way more critical of Archie when it comes to singing cos I have put him to a higher standard, as he so deserved. 🙂
It is really a blast singing with a band versus a soundtrack! The energy you get once the drummer strikes that beat really moves you to infuse so much more in a song. So how much more in David’s case?
I believe he will even surpass AOL once he is in front of a wider audience. Coz David feeds off from the reaction of his audience. We saw that from the Idol Concert. I have also observed that he does better when HE KNOWS that there are Angels in the audience. In an interview in one of his early TV appearances, he said it feels better knowing that there are people in the audience who get him. So JingleBall people will be in for a treat! Lucky you!
GRANFAN & QUITEBLANC -- oh pls post more often. We love to hear from you. Yes, this is quite a place to feed our obssession 🙂
BTW, David is now ranked #7 in most viewed in AOL. Cool!
Cool! We’re just that much closer to the record. A couple more weeks minimum, and we’re there!
I love how surprised and pleased David is when we garner him a top spot, i.e., the #2 debut of “Crush” on Billboard’s Top 100 and making him announce his own video as the #1 video on VH1 when he visited there, etc.
He’s funny. It was so David to read about what he did when he and his mom went to ‘Twilight’ in NYC over Thanksgiving. Upon entering the theater, he heard “Crush” playing over the loudspeakers! What does he do but quickly walk back out. Cook or someone else would smile and take a bow if anyone noticed them. Not David. He runs for the tall grass. lol
It does seem to finally be registering with him that he has really embarked on a career in music. That he isn’t a passing fancy with his fans. It was nice to hear him talk about studying the business end of music. Convinces me that he has realized that he will not be heading off to college next year after all. He’ll be too busy touring, and spending time writing and in the studio. Which suits me--and half the world--just fine!
I really think *You Can* will be a huge hit and people will listen to it for years.
It’s just so good. Especially heard this way. This version should be released as is to radio. I know it’s not going to happen but i wish everyone could hear it.
Rolling Stone Mag. said some pretty slanted, crappy stuff about how Cook outsold David. The tone of the article put my teeth on edge.
But it seems people are commenting back to the writer and giving it straight back to him.
Good on them.
Jackryan, aww okay… 🙂
Though your post above was glowy, and except for one comment on ‘You Can’ David did seem to meet your high standard! 🙂 I don’t thank that woulda been a drama-inducer on IDF, especially on the Artist Thread 🙂
Of course it’s up to you 🙂
I TOTALLY agree that David will be even better in front of audience! I’m going to Sacramento and I can’t wait! Of course, if I had my druthers I would buy plane tickets to the FINAL jingle thingie to watch David, because we know how David is with finales… 🙂
Betsy, I see “You Can” being a big hit remembered for some time to come too! (Along with “Somebody Out There” 🙂 )
Can you imagine SOT being sung LIVE? Gah!!
Betsy -- You Can = Dreamy! The screen caps at Snarkies of David while he sings this song are AMAzINg! He feels this song and it mega-oozes out in his voice. I can’t wait to hear it at the ATL Jingle Jam (hope it is one of the songs he sings!).
I need ya’all’s insight on TMH! It has me in its greedy little grasp and won’t let me go. From the very beginning it holds me hostage and then, it gets an attitude a little over 2/3’s of the way in and then we get to ‘faaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa—-aaaccee! (a free fall with that “a” and then an abrupt stop with the “aaaccee” at the end) and I am not a hostage any more, but a believer. How does that?!!!!!
ronaldsf -- I NEED to hear SOT live! It will be pure magic!
Betsy-The Rolling Stone magazine you mentioned I have not read, but what they said about Cook outselling David is not totally true. Cook’s single…Time Of My Life has been out since May, and last I heard it was just reaching platinum. Crush reached platinum in 3 months…verses 6 for Cook. Also, Light On did not do well at first when it came out. Now that Cook is getting more air time on radio and he is being promoted more his album has outsold David’s so far. David will do just fine I believe. David has beat him in sales of his first single. Cook no doubt will outsell him in albums cause he won AI. He has the people and money to back him, and AI will do everything in their power to make sure he succeeds, but that is expected. I just want David to do well enough to make a name for himself so there will be another cd in the future. It also…as I have said before comes down to who was given the best songs to sing. If an artist comes out with songs that the general public likes, then they will buy them. If they do not have good songs to sing, even if they are a amazing singer, then they will not do good. David is the better singer in my mind, but if Cook’s songs are better…then he will do better. I have heard many NOT so good singers make millions just cause they were given songs with great music and lyrics. I am sure there was more time and money spent on Cook’s album than David’s. Also, a lot of people instead of buying the whole album will only purchase certain songs.
The fact that Crush went platnium in 3 months says a lot…give the guy a good song to sing and he can make money for Jive…because he can definitly sing!!
Ronaldsf481- I love the super-long-Thanksgiving-thread. It’s like a great big Thanksgiving feast where we’re all at the same table. We have all the elements of a Thanksgiving dinner, with no stress or mess of course. We began with some prayers of Thanksgiving. Family and friends continue to arrive throughout the weekend-- come when you can, leave when you must, return if you like. All are welcome- from the sane to the not-so-sane and everyone brings a little something to the table. There are interesting dinner conversations about topics that everyone can relate to, some listen, some talk. Most are well behaved, a few trouble makers make a bit of noise every now and then, but are kept in line for the most part. The main course is a feast and dessert is even better. Everyone leaves happy and well fed, having shared a wonderful holiday with friends and family….I for one, have had a great time…..thanks….
ronaldsf- oh btw- thanks for nothin’ last night …. where were you? it was all I could do to keep the trouble makers in line, they were going crazy (you know how passionate they are about fashion….)
I forgot to mention that the only thing we are missing is the Master of the House …. Happy Thanksgiving rascal!!!!!
Hello everyone! Been out most of the day runng errands and I could hardly wait to get home to see David’s sessions again. That man can SING!!
ronaldsf..I was thinking the same thing about how David’s performance will peak on the final Jingle which will be in Atlanta. woo-hoo, Kizzi !!
I see rascal has not checked in on us…I would give anything to see rascal’s face when he views the sessions for the first time! I buh-lieve rascal will be, for the first time, at a loss for words! He may take some time,
oh my heck, he will NEED some time to compose himself. I hope he knows we are here for him and we all understand what he will be feeling..that David, in those five sessions, lived up to every accolade, every praise, and he deserved the highest pedestal we put him on!
And that goes for HG as well!
CONGRATS SF -- You are #500 -- record holder!
happy #497 Excellent description of our Thanksgiving weekend here in our little corner of Archuletaland. I am one of those who feels happy and well-fed.
over 500!!! ronaldsf will be happy!
Good morning/evening everyone! Hope you got a kick with your Balck Friday shopping 🙂
Am having breakfast in front of my laptop and of course am into David’s AOL sessions once again… gah!
You know, for someone who has nasal issues and has been mocked as gaspy & breathy by some — he really sounds magnificent here, I can’t get enough!
I really dare those unenlightened see these video and dare them say those things again!!
I just get giddy thinking how he will perform the rest of the album live. OMGah, here’s praying for more strength for that.
Hi jr4da: Good morning to you and I am about to retire.
I remember David saying that his songs on the album were his “babies” and he definitely delivered them in the AOL Sessions. Listening to My Hands right now which is incredible in its build up and the end--wow--how does he do all that? GAH….and THE VOICE is just over the top--it grabs you, completely surrounds you and you are one with it!
500? WOOHOOOOO!!!! *does the happy dance*
We did it!! Too bad the real reason we did is because Rascal’s been out of the house LOL donde estas, Rascal?
Happy #497 I love your description of this being a Thanksgiving celebration! Though you forgot to mention people passing out under the table needing defibs, and no help to be found! (And remember y’all that I’m not a lawyer yet -- I actually could get in trouble if I “held forth” that I was LOL)
Kizzi #495 if David sings SOT live I don’t know what I’ll do. I really, REALLY hope the tween girls don’t chime in with their voices, though I think they will join unfortunately…
I want to hear complete silence in that room and just THE VOICE!
OH REALLY? #500? Do I get a trophy? Do I have to give a speech? hahaha!
We’ve had threads this long on ND before haven’t we?
If not, blame rascal..he always comes up with a new inspiring article and we have to start a new thread, but there have been plenty of times when I had more to say at a previous thread…uh, oh, maybe that’s how rascal get’s some of “us” to shut the heck up! VERY clever!
ronaldsf: I don’t know if there will be a lot of screaming when we hear SOT live, but I’ll be there for sure and if there is screaming, I’ll probably be one of the voices chiming in--lol! Just think, you’ll hear David sing in 4 days in SAC—I can’t wait to hear your description. Sounds like a great group of fans are getting together to go to the concert--I am definitely envious of the early concert goers — have to wait for Atlanta but working on Albany (*fingers crossed*).
SF -- I don’t think we have had a thread 500 or over before. Rascal seems to post with such synchronicity to what is happening. And, yes, LOL, sometimes, I am one of the last posters before a new thread…hmmm….you may have a point--haha.
RONALDSF #493 -- I didn’t know there was an artist thread in IDF to begin with 🙂 So I went ahead and posted my AOL reaction, including my earlier review of the whole album 🙂
My goodness, I cannot wait for HG’s & Rascal’s reactions!
BTW, have you seen this?
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The vid is not complete but the story is that the radio people told Cook a friend was calling in, but they didn’t tell him it was David!
David asked: “What was the hardest song to record on the album?”
Cook responded, “A rock version of Crush.”
Sooooooo cute of OUR David!
YAAAAAAY jackryan, thanks for posting! I loves the artist thread -- perhaps the thing I’m proudest of doing as an Archie. 🙂
There’s been so much fascinating discussion there! I love your contributions -- insightful with a touch of spaz! 🙂
When you have time, jackryan (and everybody else who hasn’t done this yet!), please do check out at least the first pages of that thread, when the thread was new and people were first sorting out what set David apart from the rest of the pack.
ronald -- I finally found your thread in IDF. I tried a few times before but was too intimidated by that huge site.
I really love that there are real musicians contributing.
Cool site! I’ll stop back there again.
All this talk about Cook outselling David -- well he better because he is the AI winner. Imagine if l’il, awkward Davey stompped him out, even in the sales area. I mean DC has a million dollar contract to back-up his recordings in terms of production and promotion so of course he will edge out any AI finalist. DC has a unhampered exposure since May 2008.
It was only because of the undeniable pull in media and market demand led by his fans that enabled DA to stay in the limelight. If DA has been less talented and intriguing than he actually is, we won’t be getting much DA news (e.g. Blake of S6). But you cannot put down a good talent. The Archuleta simply shines. The VOICE won’t be denied.
TOML had 6 months to go platinum. Crush only took 14-15 months w/o the benefit of the AI machinery cos Jive was also slow to catch up or was slowed down..
HERE’S THE THING: Isn’t it interesting that in the AOL sessions, the most viewed with DC, after 10 days of uploading is DC’s interview (#7) but NONE of his songs/performance in the Top 20 (Crush video & the AOL sessions come in at # 19 & 20 I think)?
ALTNOY even outranked Light On at #26 & #27, respectively. If these are not indications of things to come, I don’t know what is!
am sorry I meant 14-15 WEEKS, not months!
ronaldsf511- Just for you I checked out this IDF artist thread. You know I read nothing but ND and the links linked directly in comments- it’s just a time management strategy. But because you are my PBA I set off to investigate. I must admit I didn’t even know what IDF was , but somehow I found your thread! Anyway, the whole thing was fun. I enjoyed reading the first couple and then skipped to page 38 where I found JR!! No wonder you’re never home (here at ND) that place must keep you busy! I see there is a whole world of crazies out there for you to educate, LOL. I am happy with this little corner of Archuworld crazies- too much more and my head would spin. I know I’m in the minority, but oh well, just keep filling me in. Thanks.
Good night all. Thanks for the fun.
Finished voting at VH1..MY HANDS ARE HURTIN’…haha!
And David THE VOICE, sang to me again, so sweetly, so passionately! I’m gonna have sweet dreams for sure!
So betta get to them dreams now..g’nite all & .for David…
Dear Lord, We are unworthy to ask, but we are asking anyway, please…
Take Care Of Our Earth Angel, David. Watch over him, Protect him from all harm. Cloak him with your love and give him the strength to endure all that’s thrown in his path. Give him the courage and guidance to SAY NO to those who ask for more than he can reasonably give. Surround him with loving and supportive people who love him UNCONDITIONALLY as we, his ARCHANGELS do. SEPARATE HIM FROM THOSE WHO HAVE AGENDAS OTHER THAN FOR HIS WELLBEING. Give him rest when he’s weary and fatigued. Give him the 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 him healthy and strong so he can continue fulfilling the Destiny which was written in his Book of Life before he was born.
This we, though unworthy, humbly pray. Amen.
Sweet dreams David, be safe & secure in our love always! CONTIGO SIEMPRE CON AMOR! Take care.
We love you madly! You will always be numero uno in our eyes! Thank you for all you do and for just being you!
Sweet dreams, dear SF.
jackryan #490 -- Thank you for your “welcoming” remarks. I don’t have a lot of free time to post, but I’ll try in the future. I got it when I heard David singing “Waiting on the World to Change” on AI audition show, and I was hooked since then. I still don’t understand why others can’t get it. I found out about AOL sessions really early on. I spent Thanksgiving and Friday (forgo shopping!) listening/watching AOL Sessions over and over. I don’t know much technical stuff about singing, but I was raised with all types of music. I think I can recognize the “VOICE” when I hear it. Like other Golden Archies have been saying, I want to hang around to hear David years from now too. I am so excited that I am going to Jingle Ball with ronaldsf on Dec. 3. It will be a very special treat for me.
I truly enjoy reading all the posts every evening, and I got more “laugh lines” on my face lately.
The whole weekend I have been doing multi-tasking, juggling among reading ND, google-eyeing David at AOL sessions and got drunk in his VOICE, voting voting at VH1 and Musiqtone Music. It seems I have only this life at the moment: ArchuLife and I am enjoying every moment of it.
David’s performance of “My Hands” on AOL is so intense, I love that tilt of his head at 2.50 when he sang “my hand, yeh” with a swing of his clenched left fist, it is priceless, it reminds me of one of his performances on AI session. His performance of “You Can” is so “Love Me Tender” on AI.
I venture to say every movement of his head, his hands, his hips, his fluttering eyelids, quivering lips are so pleasurable to behold.
JR#504:
“I just get giddy thinking how he will perform the rest of the album live. OMGah, here’s praying for more strength for that.”
And including the 5 bonus tracks!
Oh yes Diana, that’s what I meant, including the 5 bonus trax. I cannot wait to see SOT, WFM & LMG!
HAPPY -- what EXACTLY is your avi showing?
Jackryan -- AHAHAHAHA! I hadn’t noticed until the pointed it out! HAPPY!
I’m sure you just wanted to point out David’s lively tie.
Geesh. Time for bed. YOU pointed out. and LOVELY tie.
lively tie.. hahahaha… yeah the tie is also celebrating for a smashing AOL session hahahaha
i don’t think it is happenstance… am sure there is a point why happy chose that particular shot.. happy has some ‘splaning to do again… hmmmm
This is so funny — there is an ongoing discussion as to whether David lip-synced his Crush AOL session! Bwahahahahahaha. There is this regular poster at VH1 who is adamant in declaring that DA lip synced the whole song and that the other posters are stupid. I was tempted to reply after reading the stupid remark but then I figured, why bother?
David is THAT good!
Good morning everyone!
I thought I was just mesmerized with David’s performance that I imagined seeing 7 interview videos… but the numbering reflected we were missing 1 for sometime. In case some of you have not seen it, Interview #5 is now up:
http://music.aol.com/video/qanda-is-there-anybody-you-talk-to-about/david-archuleta/2329069
Let the haters say what they want, I believe even David sings in front of them, they would say he is lip-synced. It’s their nature, to deny all the beauty in their lives. Yes, no bother. They don’t understand, sometimes, it shows how ignorant they are -- because you know it isn’t if you have listened to David’s album version.
And I found, the agrument is really funny (espeically I read the comments in Snarky)… and I think the haters are the “fans” also, if not, why bother (David is lip-synced or not).
Good morning everyone!
Well said MYYK.
I thought I was just mesmerized with David’s AOL performance, cos he is soooo good in lipsynching — that I imagined seeing 7 interview videos… but the numbering reflected we were missing one for sometime, specifically #5.
In case some of you have not seen it, Interview #5 is now up:
http://music.aol.com/video/qanda-is-there-anybody-you-talk-to-about/david-archuleta/2329069
you think the interviews were lip synched as well?
ahahaha!
Guys, here are some good news re our continued viewing at AOL — it is paying off 🙂 Ok, we can all see that David is ranked #7 overall. But if you look at it per session or video, his rankings are as follows:
#19 -- Crush AOL session
#21 -- Crush music video
#24 -- ALTNOY
#29 -- TMH
#35 -- You Can
#36 -- My Hands
To give context to the ranking: When compared to the most relevant sessions/videos, that would be 2 other Idols in the Top50 (this is not to start anything, ok?):
#6 -- Where I Draw the Line (AOL Sessions) by Clay Aiken
#7 -- Q&A:Do u miss anything about your anonymity? David Cook
#27 -- Light On David Cook
Given the time DC and Clay’s videos had been up vs that of David’s 5 AOL performances + the Crush video, being on the Top50 this early is great! In case you are wondering, The #1 spot is held by Beyonce for Single Ladies.
In terms of rating, our David holds the #1 spot for The Most Highly Rated.
So our all our viewing are not going for naught. So let’s continue viewing at the AOL site and don’t forget to rate! 🙂
I have been watching VH1 lately…and I wondering if anyone else noticed they have not been playing his video unless it is on the countdown? Just wondering if someone has seen it maybe when I have not. They are playing all the others that are on the countdown (including Light On), but not Crush. Why will they not give him play time like the others when he has been #1 several times? Just an observation.
530 InspiredbyDavid, I also noticed that. On a positive note, I do hear Crush on the digital music cable stations, in my fitness center, and in dept stores.
Someone at Idol Forums has posted photos of David singing w/the 2nd generation Osmonds. Supposedly the concert took place last night in Salt Lake City. The link
http://idolforums.com/index.php?showtopic=585593
EBONYANGEL on#531 -- this is probably the secret concert Archies in the other fan boards were speculating about. He sang O Holy Night, Mary Did You Know plus one more. Hope a video or audio comes out soon.
Good beautiful morning to all!
I was just with David again and he sang to me again!! So sweet was he, to sing just for me! Course, he doesn’t KNOW he’s been singing to me since Thanksgiving!
JR..I read those comments on the VH1 thread about whether David was lip-syncing..and to be honest, I had to look real close cuz David’s voice was so IN-SYNC with the band and the CD that I was amazed. Then he changed it up a bit and I knew he was just doing what he does..create magic with THE VOICE.
The guest appearance st that concert last night must be the “unannounced” concert FOD posted about. We can
expect video soon if it’s not already out there. David sang my two very favorite Christmas songs. I think when the vids come out, I will die from complete BLISS! Can you die from BLISS??
two things….
ebonyangel531- thank you for that link, I can’t wait until youtube videos appear- what a treat that will be if they show up.
JR and Juliebug- my avi is highlighting the new “signature look” (and you all call ME wild?) I narrowly escaped the other night, and if you want more splainin’ you’ll have to get it from dj, chickee or betsy. But, the importance of this new signature look is really catching on. Evidence is offered if you click on the link in JR528 post and notice the panning at :10-:20 ….. the director is very considerate and is doing his part to be sure we all notice the new look, no matter how bad our eyes are ……. and finally a cameraman with a sense of style …..
I spent hours (and I do mean hours) listening/watching MDYK and OHN way back when and I would simply weep. MDYK is one I have loved for a very long time so I pray (and I really mean pray) that there will be video.
Need Joyful Joyful too. Pretty Please. PLEASE!
Back to AOL sessions-loving them. Really.
*waves hello to all*!!!! ♥
Hi Josie- Happy Thanksgiving. MDYK is a special gift to us…….. we can only hope it is the first of many……
Yeh SF I do believe you can die from BLISS, or at least go into some kind of zoned out special place state. I am getting nothing done… my house is dust city and very messy. I do manage to cook, but only to sustain myself so I can listen to more DAVID and come to my second home here at ND to meet with my similarly inclined ODD friends.
I just heard Crush for the first time on the radio today. My son’s alarm went off on HIGH and I was in the kitchen making coffee when I heard it. I will have to ask him how long it has been on the radio, as I have not been able to bring myself to listen to any pop/rock stations… it literally hurts my ears with the kind of music that is on these days.
Thanks JR and Ebonyangel for updates from other sites, I really appreciate the news you bring this way. I do go to FOD and sometimes the IDF DA artist thread occasionally, but not much else.
Just to remind, I live in Western Canada, so finally hearing Crush on the radio is a great thing.
Oh Happy, if we really do get video to his performances from last night, me being Happy would be an understatement. Paddles would be needed. Betcha 😉
Hello all -- Pics up at Archuleta Fanscene of David with the 2nd Generation Osmonds!!!
awestruck…I’ve been in a zoned out special place state from the moment David stole my heart & soul!
I don’t think David is fully aware that he is a thief of hearts & souls..I think we need to put out a warrant for his arrest!
SF, but only if he can be locked up in my own very special jail that I will hastily construct in my basement. Visitors welcome.
Clearly I was dillusional when I thought there would be a moment in time when I would be able to “step away from the Archuleta” after AI was over.
If anything, I am MORE glued to the internet and any morsel of information about him plus I can’t really remember more than a few days going by without something of interest going on with him.
I don’t know if other fansites, etc, are like his, but you can literally check every hour or so and there is something new. I’m afraid to log off for fear I’ll miss something!
Right now it’s these SESSIONS videos and then maybe they’ll be more videos and pictures of him performing with the Osmunds, and then maybe MORE videos/pics of his Jingle performances and you’ve just gotta know he’ll be singing somewhere if he’s home for Christmas which will probably give us some more videos/pics, and then a new MUSIC VIDEO!!!!!…..GUH!…..I’m a gonner!
If David wanted us to sign our lives away for him, I’d just have one question…..where’s the dotted line? 🙂
awestruck..ok fine..but I would need some kind of job there since you would be the warden..perhaps I can be his personal 24 hr guard…no really, just to protect and keep him safe.
Did everyone scroll down further on IDF for more pics of David at the Osmond concert? There’s more at the bottom of the page…
http://idolforums.com/index.php?showtopic=585593
Joner I’ll witness that and sign as well. It is amazing the “hold” that this young man has on me.
SF you’re hired. Do you think he would sing for his supper?
Does anyone know if this was a regular concert or a benifit concert? The pic’s sure have David looking relaxed and happy. I can hardly wait for the YouTube videos.
Joner…hahaha! I keep thinking..well, sooner or later, this has got to subside, maybe I’ll wait up some morning and I won’t NEED to know what David’s doing. We joke about it, but this man has literally stolen our hearts, cuz we love him. Our souls, cuz we will do anything and everything for him. He is a Thief of Hearts & Souls.
The amazing thing about it is that David would laugh & say “that’s way trippy”. He just would not buh-lieve it!
He didn’t start out to steal our lives, he just wants to sing for us, make us feel like he did when he heard Tamyra for the first time..What Just happened! And he does & keeps doing it, making us weak and helpless with just a look, a smile, THE VOICE. And he’s only 18..with years ahead of him…what chance do we have..NONE!
joner543- Happy Thanksgiving, haven’t talked to you in a while. That is exactly why I must discipline myself to come only here and the links posted. If I were to get lost in the world wide web of everything Archuleta I would never escape, it’s too much. I tend towards OCD in my real life anyway, so I am accustomed to setting limits for myself. But I have learned to take my obsessions as they come and enjoy them while they last. Most stay for months before I move on to the next “kick”, and some for years, but many have remained for decades unto this day. I embrace them all as part of what makes me- me. I really do suffer from ODD, literally, and I know myself well enough to boldly predict this obsession will be one of the keepers…… what fun……….
PS- what do you think of “the look?” 😉
546 Awestruck, ~75% of ticket sales go to the MORE Project.
http://www.mormontimes.com/arts_entertainment/music/?id=5161
528 JR, thanks for the link to session 5! I thought they accidentally miscounted.
Funny how David looks so much taller and older in the AOL sessions. In the photos w/the Osmonds, he looks awfully small. I get the BYU TV station via cable; I’m checking the schedule to see if they will show the Osmond’s benefit concert.
JOSIE -- YES to to Joyful, Joyful -- especially one that doesn’t cut it in the most exciting part! haha
Good morning y’all!
I’m happy to hear the concert with the Osmonds benefits people in Brazil. The current government has done quite a lot to fight poverty but under criticism of those who believe the measures to be paternalistic and not conducive to independence. I don’t know what to think, but as a Christian I believe in charity first.
Anyway, I don’t know if it’s because of all the hand-themed songs, but I can’t help but notice how big David’s hands are. I mean, ginormous -- is that a word? -- in proportion to his body. And they’re beautiful too! But maybe it’s too early for that kind of talk. Haha!
Joner #543 -- DITTO!
valbraz, Yes, David does have big hands, and we know what that means.
Ha ha! I’m going to h*** for saying that, but I couldn’t resist!
run freo run….. they’re coming for you…….run to the hiding spot I found the other night……. they’ll never find you there…… I left some brownies in a box under a rock, leave some for the next one though……
happy, ha ha — your comment is hilarious!
valbraz551- just now noticing his hands?…….
JONER & HAPPY -- you guys crack me up!
SF & AWESTRUCK -- so it would seem, right? A young man from Murray, Utah stole our hearts and is an over riding concern in our daily lives. And we couldn’t be happier!
valbraz…David looked small next to those over 6′ guys. David’s about 5’6″ tall ( I had to look UP at him when I saw him up close, I’m 5’1″ )…and he may not be tall, but he is solid..the “hands” are legend by now as are the “thighs”..Very good things come in “small” packages..and in David’s case..we can only IMAGINE cuz it’s for dang sure we’ll never know!!
NEW THREAD! rascal’s HOME!!
Josie, I’m with you on “Mary Dd You Know?” That song completely mesmerizes me. I would have loved loved loved to have been in Salt Lake last night to have heard it.
Let’s hope for video…..
And yeah, those Osmonds are freakishly tall.
quiteblanc#518, I have proudly wore my “laugh lines” for years. I used to tell people I earned them from smiling for a living my whole life. Earning many more because of David is another line I will proudly wear. What a wonderful ride David has us on. I couldn’t imagine not enjoying him and this wonderful blog! Valbraz#551, Being-as-how it is Sunday and all…My Grandma would say “He has piano playing fingers”! Ha! Ha!