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https://www.instagram.com/p/BPD54QnDTW0/?taken-by=davidarchie
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Honeymoon, no doubt. 😉
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#minicoverMonday of #Numb by @davidarchie loved this song from the 1st moment David played it on tour!! #davidarchuleta 🎤#musicmonday #cover pic.twitter.com/ITiGWV7Sb8
— gracie schram (@gracieschram) January 9, 2017
Okay, I just stumbled upon this odd Photoshopped pic of David on Tumblr and it completely freaked me out… I might have screamed. Is it a photo? A painting? Some sort of découpage?
Is it not the creepiest David thing you’ve ever seen?? (My apologies to whoever created it… I could be wrong, what do I know, maybe others love this frightening, I mean, unique thing.)
It definitely looks like David, but more like David’s evil twin Dirango, who uses his piercing gaze not for good but for evil.
To hypnotize and mesmerize for the Dark Side. Directing his intense green eyes at unsuspecting targets in concert halls… oh, wait, that is David.
And the skin… beyond David’s usual glow, it’s polished to a Madame Tussaudish waxy finish.
And the hand … is it holding a microphone? Or is Dirango getting ready to punch someone’s lights out??
Anyways, just thought I’d share.
Hey, let’s look at less frightening pics instead!
Isn’t this adorbs?? I had wondered who won that Tunespeak contest thingie.
And here’s a winner from the Christmas concert:
David Archuleta: Tickets, Meet & Greet – Kristen S.
“Spent a month trying to win tickets for David Archuleta’s Christmas concert and it was well worth it to be able to meet my favorite singer!!”
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Also found on Tumblr: 🙂 🙂 🙂
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I can’t believe I’ve never singled out True Colors… one of my favourite songs on BEGIN. … don’t think I have gushed nearly enough about David’s live appearances of this song (esp. this one) … would LOVE to hear him sing this live one day. (Song starts about 2:10.)
Comment on the vid:
“god bless this amazing and beautiful soul” ♥♥♥
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Are there Golden Globes for gifs? There should be. And @rhiminee should win one. Here’s a sampler:
Moar HERE!
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How much do you think David would love THIS gig? 🙂
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EDIT: Have always loved Scott Hamilton:
"I learned that the only disability in life is a bad attitude." I sure loved watching this @ScottHamilton84 🙏🏼 https://t.co/VEPgpPvFEs
— David Archuleta (@DavidArchie) January 7, 2017
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And can someone tell me what a betta fish is??
What an amazing David Year we have had, my friends. I feel grateful, blessed, positively giddy at times. I hope he’s taking a well-deserved break right now although he’s probably in a baby home somewhere hugging 3832238292 little orphans.
Mr. David Archuleta was sure full of surprises in 2016. Methinks he likes to surprise us. 🙂
And I, for one, am all for those surprises.
So, in the honour of it being New Year’s Eve, here are my Top 14 David surprises this year:
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2. David flies with The Thunderbirds. Of course he does.
3. David covers 7 Years … remember the 1st time we heard him do this?? Oh sweet Lorde.
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4. David learns to rope. Definitely saw that coming, right?
https://www.instagram.com/p/BHnu_8Qj_y3/?taken-by=davidarchie
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5. David sings My Little Prayer for the first time…
I remember we were all, like, “Is that his own song? It sounds like him. Is that a hymn? Have you heard it before?? I never have. Why is this giant branch in my eye???”
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6. David does VIPs again!!! Did NOT see that coming.
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7. David sings this live for the first time:
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8. David starts posting epic IG stories LIKE A BOSS!!!!!
@DavidArchie latest IG stories 😁 @FODFansofDavid Enjoy 🎉 pic.twitter.com/DeiB3C63Bx
— David Archuleta Fans (@DavidUniverse) November 29, 2016
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9. David raps… ‘natch
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10. David casually drops in at our fan lunch… I repeat, DROPS IN AT OUR FAN LUNCH. I still can’t believe this actually happened.
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11. David slays Ave Maria… and me in the front row. I need more travel insurance.
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12. David shares new music (someone hold me)
To quote Kayla (who took this video): “Be prepared to be hit in the honey nut feelios.”
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And from Tina’s amazing Tumblr:
And check out her MUST-READ slash watch list of best David live performances in 2016 HERE.
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13. David becomes a video-releasing MACHINE!
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14. David takes over Tuacahn!
https://www.instagram.com/p/BMdJkRHj6fY/?taken-by=davidarchie
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ADDED BONUS TRAAAAACKKKKK!!!!!!
https://www.instagram.com/p/BFHfrYaly6G/?taken-by=davidarchie
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*You actually thought I could limit it to 10??!?
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Ain’t it the truth?
David, I hope you have the most amazing birthday … a day that brings you even a fraction of the joy that you and your music bring to all of us.
But the truth is, you’re probably singing to some elders, helping out a friend, visiting a neighbour, singing to some very sick folks, or finding a cure for global warming.
That makes you happy though, and I think that’s ultimately all we fans want for you… to be happy.
So Happy Happy Birthday, David. There is still no way you look 26.
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How do you guys think David is spending his b’day???
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LOOOOOVE THIS!!!!!
Happy 26th birthday, @DavidArchie! Hope you have a great one! Please don’t ever change! 😊👍🏼🎈 pic.twitter.com/16K2n6jxep
— Omar Medrano (@omarmedrano) December 28, 2016
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🙂 🙂 🙂
https://www.instagram.com/p/BOk49VTjQM1/?taken-by=davidarchie
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Using this pic again, ‘cuz it’s awesome (credit: the lovely Kayla with the rad hair)
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‘Twas the night before the night before Christmas and all through Sac concert hall
Not a zipper was stirring, not one, none at all
The songs were sung by the performers with care
In hopes that no wardrobe malfunctions would soon be there
But in the in-ear mic there arose such a clatter
David looked off-stage to see what was the matter
Away to his pants he flew like a flash
For flash he wished not to do, that would be rash
A prank, perhaps, for the very last show?
Why no! Kari insisted, no no no no no
For she has David’s back (and clearly also his front)*
She thought he’d check quietly but David was blunt
Had Zero Gravity overtaken? The fastener needing to be mended??
Giving “opening night” a new meaning, one not intended??
Pray tell, no, ’twas just the light… an optical illusion
There was no prank after all, no final-show collusion
And then, in a twinkling, we heard David laugh
A sound that rivals his songs, not even by half
His mirth overfloweth, his spirits run high
He is quick on his feet, and good on the fly
David sprang to his mic, shared his Voice and his craft
Disaster was averted, he felt no sudden drafts
And play well they all did, fastened up for the night,
Singing “Merry Christmas to all! And to all a good night!”
*credit Kalei for this one 🙂
Photo: the lovely and amazing @abovetheruins
However you choose to celebrate this season… and I hope you’re celebrating in some way! … I wish you all peace, joy, love and lots of laughter right through 2017.
This past year was a rocky one for me, and a lot of others, and I found this Christmas tour of David’s to be such a blessing.
Proof I was actually in Indy being hypnotized and mesmerized and it wasn’t all a beautiful dream. (Photo: Aaron Ashton)
How did you feel about it?? What was your favourite part???
Have you recovered from those Ave Maria VIPs yet? That soundcheck Christmas Song?? From the barrage of IG stories that are the gift we never expected?
@FODFansofDavid David’s IG story 😊 https://t.co/Mkm3ooRhzl
— David Archuleta Fans (@DavidUniverse) December 24, 2016
An embarrassment of ArchuRiches and to think we also get NEW MUUUUSIIIIIC come 2017. {{{{{{{{group hug}}}}}} to one and all!
Thanks for every comment, private message, lurker visit, the works. Lavabombs of love to you and yours!!!!!!
Thanks to Nathan, Kari, the band and the whole team on this wonderful tour, what a gift.
And the biggest thank you of all to David. Thanks for being awesome, for being there, for being you. ♥♥♥
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LOVE THIS!
Seeing David perform last night, after waiting 5 long years to see him, I’m now more convinced than ever that he’s an angel sent from above.
— Monse (@HeyImMonse) December 24, 2016
Okay, maybe that’s a little too much, but there’s definitely something special about him. When he sings, there’s a peace that comes with it.
— Monse (@HeyImMonse) December 24, 2016
His voice is soothing and calm. He glowed even more than before. There was definitely something different. He has so much grace about him.
— Monse (@HeyImMonse) December 24, 2016
The mission changed him, yes. But for the better. It may not always show, but he’s definitely more confident when he sings.
— Monse (@HeyImMonse) December 24, 2016
His voice is silk and warm. He doesn’t overdo anything. He sings in the moment and he grasps every word. I was absolutely mesmerized.
— Monse (@HeyImMonse) December 24, 2016
I know now that he’s not just singing to us, but to God. And while we all may have different beliefs, I could just feel a presence there.
— Monse (@HeyImMonse) December 24, 2016
Maybe it’s just me. But there’s definitely something angelic.
— Monse (@HeyImMonse) December 24, 2016
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Check out Monse’s amazing vids from last night on her channel HERE.
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And Janey’s Periscope from last night! https://www.periscope.tv/w/1OwGWnDavlWKQ https://www.facebook.com/deb.smyth.714/posts/10154071100810986?notif_t=feedback_reaction_generic¬if_id=1482600708659489 . https://www.instagram.com/p/BOY7SkpARbq/ .
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https://www.instagram.com/p/BOayVVXj5f0/
Photo: Kayla by way of Tina’s Tumblr
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ohmyheck… I was catching up on Kayla’s amazing videos and stumbled on this one that I didn’t even know existed… (yes, I have been living under a rock, it seems).
I am sitting here at work tearing up at how beautiful this is. I love everything about it. The way he floats from note to note… how effortlessly jazzilicious it is… Mel’s piano… his diva hand conducting himself to greater heights of magnificence… how he plays with the melody like it’s a shiny new toy … his tone, people, his tone, oh man, it’s like nectar, actual nectar…. the way Nathan looks over smiling and appreciating the sublime talent of this guy (in my mind, that’s what he’s doing, he could, however, be figuring out his grocery list).
Who the heck sounds like this this at SOUND CHECK?!?!? David, that’s who.
Anywayyyyyys… I need to listen again…and again….
Thank you, Kayla, for capturing this!!!!
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Very deep thoughts from David here… ones I can really relate to … bothers me to hear him say, “As bad of a person I feel I am sometimes” 😦 😦 😦
https://www.instagram.com/p/BOS9RYGjVvv/?taken-by=davidarchie
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The lovely & amazing Tina gave me the heads up on this amazing “reaction” vid… another MUST WATCH, lol … LOOOOVE this guy!!!
(and his reaction makes me wonder: Is it physically possible NOT to clutch your heart while watching David sing??)
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Ave Marie from VIP tonight… *SOBS*
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I’ve run out of Ps and Ss… LOOOOVE that Jake finally met David! #adorbs
… the gifs that keep on giving….
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@WingsFOD here’s all the video parts. There are 5 pics on there too but will have to post separate pic.twitter.com/n958zSGUOs
— rhiminee (@rhiminee) December 16, 2016
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Sidenote: I haven’t seen trolls but I used to collect them. Plastic ones, that is.
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It tickles me that I’ve done this drive in reverse…
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And I think I also said these exact words… just not in Louis Armstrong’s voice….
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And my ab fab of all….
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@DavidArchie‘s amusement at the elevator voiceover made me crack up, only this boy pic.twitter.com/AOMUsxgxI6
— steph 🔆 (@stephalexlim) December 16, 2016
Photo: Who else? Shell-Shell
…not just a little wacky or a mildly kooky Canuck but a buckle-up-the-straitjacket nut bar.
Yes, I was in Layton for the 3 shows this weekend. No, I did not plan to be.
Yes, I did fly there directly from my vacation in Florida, cutting it short by a day, and leaving my hubby to explain to Canadian customs on his return trip how it came to be that he’d flown to Fort Myers with his wife but was returning alone.
I won’t bore you with the details but let’s just say the lovely Refnaf was the original mastermind behind the whole thing.
And what makes me even crazier is that I had come down with a wicked cough and fever the day I left… actually, maybe the fever made me do it. Nah, it was David.
I really thought I wouldn’t get to any more Christmas shows. I felt blessed to be in Indianapolis for that incredible show.
But when stars started to align and the chance was there, I grabbed it. And boy, I am still sick as a dog, but so so glad I did.
(And yes, I can hear y’all shouting “okay, get to the recap, already!”)
Friday night is a bit of a blur because I was still in shock that I was actually there … and running a temperature.
But I do remember standing at the Will Call table as we asked for our tickets and who happened to be in line in front of us? Why, the illustrious Dean Kaelin. And he was on his phone doing vocal warmups (this exact one… only Dean wasn’t pinching his cheeks 🙂 ).
I presumed he was doing them with David but did I grab the phone from him and scream, “WE LOVE YOU, DAAAAVIIIIID!!!!!” just to check? No.
He ended up sitting two rows ahead of us and whispered something to his son (again, I presume, he looked like a Dean Mini-Me) after Nathan sang Nessun Dorma… oh, to be a lip reader. A well-deserved Standing-O from the crowd on this one, beautifully done.
At that point, I had no idea David had “the sniffles,” as he put it on Saturday. He sounded his amazing self, but did seem to hold back a little on some big notes, but I just figured he was saving his voice to deliver all 3 shows.
Friday night, he seemed SO happy and energetic. Every story was embellished, he bounced across the stage, and lit up the whole place with his smile… even more than usual. There was even a new Chris Brown dance move added to his Madison Square Garden story. He will let all of those moves loose one day and kill us all, I swear.
He did mention how grateful he was about the great response to My Little Prayer, and I’d bet that had something to do with his great mood. Plus, there were surely lots of friends and family in the crowd.
He asked if there were any Christmas carollers in the crowd (there were) and he told them that the concert could be practice for them… *crickets*…. David: okay, I guess that wasn’t very funny. At which everyone cracked up. He slays me.
He sounded great on every song… Mary Did You Know was particularly tender and beautiful, it was like I was hearing it for the first time. I couldn’t help wondering what Dean was thinking, as I remembered that video that surfaced during Idol days of David singing MDYK at a Christmas event with Dean on piano. It was beautiful then, but now… takes you right back to Bethlehem.
After the show, we ended up walking beside Dean. Refnaf said hello and told him how great David sounded. Dean told us that David was starting to get a cold and he wished that David would rest more between shows but that he always wants to help someone out or visit a seniors home or other service project. I might have clutched my heart.
For this show, we ended up sitting beside Nathan Pacheco’s beautiful wife and two adorable kids. Mrs. Pacheco held their baby on her lap throughout the whole show and, I swear, either it was actually a Cabbage Patch doll or this is the most well-behaved, good natured infant I’ve ever seen. No fussiness, nothing.
Their four-year-old son, Emerson, wore the cutest set of mini-headphones and Nathan called him up on stage for a bit. His quotable quote was, “I LIKE DRUMS!” 🙂
— Shell (@Shell_eeeyyy) December 10, 2016
I might be slightly biased but I could swear Mrs. Pacheco hooted and cheered even more throughout David’s set than Nathan’s. Do not share this with Jerry Springer.
David definitely sounded more stuffed up for the Saturday matinee but he still knocked it out of the park. The way he changes up notes, slips into the harmony part and adds even more feeling into his lower register just blows me away.
Right in the middle of Riu Riu Chiu, the place went black.
David: “Well, that’s a first.” And he disappeared off into the wings, probably looking for his Eagle Scout flashlight.
All the security peeps moved up to the front and faced us all, arms crossed, as if we were all going to take this chance to rush the stage and force-feed David some chicken soup.
The way the band reacted was amazing. The cellist started things off and they began to jam acoustically, ending up doing an amazing jazz number (that’s a classic tune, but I can’t for the life of me remember the name of it) with Melanie Shore, the pianist, really showing her jazz chops. (I’m a big jazz fan, so I loved this!)
The power did come back on right after that and David started Riu Riu Chiu all over again… so we got 1.5 RRCs. SCORE!
David gave props to the band, saying, “Y’all got 3 shows in one… Nathan’s, mine and a jazz concert.”
At the end of the show, Brady Bills brought out his adorbs little daughter and held her and Nathan’s little guy took that as a green light and came running up on stage. Not realizing who the boy was, one of the big burly security guys charged after him ready for a take down until David and Nathan waved him off.
Nice to know security is on high alert at the Layton Auditorium.
First time ever I’ve arrived at a venue for a concert and everyone was waiting outside while all was dark inside. My heart sank. I was sure David’s cold had gotten worse and they’d cancelled the show. Not that I want him to sing when he’s sick, quite the opposite, it completely freaks me out and gives me Layton Amphitheater flashbacks.
They eventually let everyone in, explaining that the power had gone out but they were working hard to get it back up and running and we might get an acoustic show instead.
If you’ve dropped by here often enough, you’ll know that this is my DREAM. An all-acoustic David show. And an acoustic Christmas show??
Let’s just say, Refnaf had to hold me back from finding the power authority peeps and slipping them some cold, hard cash to keep that power off.
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My crummy photos of the acoustic set-up before they moved everything back.
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It was very cool to see the band and crew jump into action moving instruments and gear around to assemble an acoustic set-up. Kari and Gina kept having these intense discussions with the crew and venue peeps and I was worried for a sec the show would NOT go on.
And when the DAC the Halls person explained what was happening and asked everyone to give a hand for Nathan Pacheco and David Archuleta, I will swear on the life of my favourite shoes that there was a BAM and all the lights came on when he said David’s name. For that is the power of The Archuleta.
When Nathan came on, he explained that they’d been scrambling as furiously back stage as they were on … ripping apart the set list, checking acoustic songs on their phones, basically reworking the whole show.
*sigh* A girl can dream.
But I should NOT complain… the show did go on. And what a show it was.
Again with the Mary Did You Know amazingness. I cried. I never cry during MDYK. It was Christmas Eve, the original one. He was that shepherd boy and he waved us all into the manger.
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Thank you, Ms. Muldur, for recording this magic!!!!!
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He ATTACKED Numb but then suddenly his voice was gone. Way to give us a heart attack, Archuleta. He quickly flicked the mic back on and finished the song with a bang. “I accidentally turned the mic off. That’s never happened before,” he said, smiling. “I thought my voice was gone.” NOT funny, bud. Sheesh.
Joy to the World… I have no words for this one. Something came over him or through him and restored his voice in all its glory as he got into the song. When he got to the “Wonders of his love” crescendo part and hit every high note and held that full, glorious “LOOOOOOOVE,” he smiled up to the rafters … in gratitude? … and everyone started cheering. He got choked up and so, of course, did we.
When he ended with “The Lord my God, he reigns,” chills ran up both my arms and possibly my other extremities. He got an amazing ovation and was still verklempt, saying “I really love that last verse.”
He then spoke about something he’d read or heard recently: “There wouldn’t be a Christmas without an Easter, I love that thought.” And then he talked a little bit about that and got choked up again. It was beautiful. Random quirky musings one minute and deep profound thoughts the next. He is one endlessly fascinating person, is he not?
And so “in the moment” and “present”… always. It really struck me at this show how rare that is.
My Little Prayer had been strong and confident on Friday night. Here, it was tender and emotional and he was leading our prayer circle.
O Holy Night was nothing short of magnificent. I was in shock that he wasn’t holding back and that he was nailing it… again. He seemed possessed… in a good way. Filled with joy and reverence. Standing O, baby.
And before Glorious, he acknowledged the fact that the holidays can be a difficult time for many people, “How am I going to get through another year?”
As if I wasn’t an emotional wreck enough at this point, this about did me in. These weren’t just words to him… a pat intro to a song… he knows that pain and wants to try to help others out of it. He’s helped me out of it. When I leapt to my feet at the end, I know there were others who did the same but for just a second, it felt like I was the only one sending out a very personal, “BRAVO! BRAVISSIMO!!!!”
(No, I didn’t actually yell that… it was understood. 🙂 )
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JTTW … you really need to see this!
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Were any of you there?? Did all this really happen?? Did I leave anything out???
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Awesome article about My Little Prayer from Mark Franklin HERE.
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LOOOOOOOVE this!!!!
Photo: The Shellster
Forgive me, but I must start this recap on a personal note for you to understand just how much David Archuleta’s Boise concert meant to me, and just how fantastic it was from every perspective.
My many adventures in life have been mired in a multitude of maladies, the worst of it coming in recent months. I am ailing, with lots of pain; and I will try to say no more about that, except it means I was limited to one concert for David’s Christmas tour, not exactly my usual agenda when David is nearby. I jumped for joy when I saw Boise on the tour schedule, knowing that I could be there somehow. And I was. So was David, in all his fineness. Blessed therapy.
Boise has been a little slow to adopt David. The city does not lie within that stretch of territory known in these parts as the “Mormon Corridor,” places where David has reconnected with his faithful fan base and is working hard to stretch his wings once again.
Boiseans love their country music and hard rock. I wasn’t sure how this tour offering would sell here, but I certainly underestimated the locals. A sellout! Every. Single. Seat. Not only that, some overheard pre-concert comments from the crowd waiting in the foyer let me know that more than a few people were there to hear David live for the first time. The merchandise table was busy, busy, busy. I’m so proud of you, Boise!
My husband and I made our way to the front row and were not surprised to see familiar fan faces sitting there too. Welcome to Boise! I love you all!
Nathan Pacheco opened the show as David’s guest. Other than “The Prayer,” I am not familiar with Nathan’s work. It is music of a different genre of course, but much there to appreciate. Nathan engaged the crowd quickly, organizing singalongs in a genial and lighthearted manner. He completed his set with “Little Drummer Boy” and David made his own entrance to join him before it was over.
I can never accurately recall David’s set lists. Just know that I do not miss a second of what is going on. From the very moment David began, he was a tireless troubadour of monumental proportions. As often as I have seen him in concert, I will never get over being amazed at this particular facet of his talent.
He sang, he soared. He swept us to places of tenderness, and then he raised us up to join him in unrestrained and heartfelt praising for all that Christmas means to him. David Archuleta lives inside these songs and invites us to visit him there. Like many of you, I go willingly.
I love how David is still real, with foibles just like the rest of us, which he does not hesitate to acknowledge, much to our amusement. One of these moments occurred when David brought guitarist Brady Bills to center stage. They both sat on stools and David introduced the song “Mary, Did You Know?” as Brady began to play a hauntingly beautiful introduction.
David was into it, listening and swaying to Brady’s music. David’s cue, and he began singing in that soft husky voice he can do, “Mary, Did You Know….? Pause. Longer Pause. He turned to the audience with the most astonished look on his face and simply announced, “I completely forgot the words!” He looked toward Brady (who was laughing) for some help, but Brady had a look that said, “Hey, Bud, I don’t know the words either. I’m just the guitar guy here.” Hilarious and charming at the same time. They started over. It was lovely, perfectly lovely.
During “Riu Riu Chiu,” my phone kept buzzing in my pocket. Concerned there was an emergency, I checked to see who was calling. It was Youngest Daughter in Las Vegas who had forgotten where I was. I simply turned the phone on and let her hear the music so she would remember, and then I disconnected when the song ended. I got a text from her later: “Sorry, but I sure called at the right time. I love how David sings that song. Thanks for letting me listen.”
Ha! I love to share.
Just a few quick impressions that are lingering, although there will be not end to the reminiscing for days to come:
“Melodies of Christmas.” It seemed to take on a new up tempo life. Lots of fun.
“Numb” was especially strong, impressive.
“The First Noel” WOW!
“I’m Dreaming of a White Christmas,” How does he do that? Play it again, Sam.
“Pat a Pan” and…
Oops, I’m starting to make a list and I shouldn’t. It could go on forever. It was a glorious concert, top to bottom, side to side, in and out, over and under. I was there in person and now I’m searching for videos to relive what I can.
Two more personal side notes if you don’t mind: I was sitting in the front row, dead center. During “Melodies of Christmas,” David jauntily bounced to the center of the stage and stayed there. After a few seconds, we made eye contact, but he lingered. It was actually awkward until I suddenly realized he was trying to get me to smile. Once I did, he smiled back and moved on. Smile medicine for your pain, people. Better than a spoonful of sugar.
Second: My macho, jock-loving son who has reluctantly allowed me to prattle on about my ODD, and once (rather sarcastically) declared David to be his “surprise little brother,” brought his entire family to the show. This was no small feat, as he and his wife have nine children, ages 4-18.
Unfortunately, their oldest, the Lovely Emily, my frequent concert buddy, missed the event because she was out of town and her return flight was delayed. Still, it was a joyous surprise to see them all there, the surprise they intended it to be, decided on with a unanimous family vote.
They had come not only to listen to David, but to support me in something that gives me peace and pleasure. It was a loving gesture and now a cherished memory that couldn’t have come at a better time. Ahhh, Christmas! Sorry if I sound all serious and sentimental, but can you imagine what kind of an evening this was?
And then we got to the encore.
“The Prayer” was beautiful as expected; but David’s rendition of “O Holy Night” was so pure and perfect, it took my breath away. I have never heard it sung better. He was at the very center of the music and the message. I wept. I was not the only one.
“Hark, the Herald Angels Sing.” One of them sang in Boise. Happy Holidays, everyone!
–TaterZen
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Awesome article is awesome…. featuring the illustrious @roxfox01!!!!!!!:
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Shelley’s Boise videoooooos!!!!
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