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Imagine, courtesy of Gengen *sniff*… amazes me how well he knows his voice so he can work around limitations while he’s sick and change things up so he makes it work in a brand new way. Guess I’m a fan. π
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The Moon Represents My Heart Pt I (Gengen, again π who says “his pronunciation of Mandarin is perfect”!)
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You ask me how deep my love for you is, how much I love you. Look at the moon and think. The moon represents my heart.
A small kiss has touched my heart. A deep love has made me think of you until now.
Most grateful to the generous Mr Chewea Hu again! Enjoy David’s photos at Taipei concert! Poor baby showed what a trooper he truly was that day. The last two pics are us waving to his last song. He sang “the moon represents my heart”, IN CHINESE!
Thanks, Gengen, and Mr. Chewea Hu!
No captions needed for these, am I right? *sniff*
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p.s. TISSUE ALERT!... clutched my chest the entire time watching this, just want to jump through the screen and give him a hug… and then have security politely escort him offstage and force him to get the rest he needs to get well. Oh, dear David.
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. Bringing this over from The Voice, thanks, dja & fenfan!
Translation from Fenfan:
“The MC said she was surprised and touched to see fans who had come from Britain, America, Canada and the Philippines to attend the press conference and asked them to say a few words to David.
“GenGen talked about her experience as a fan of David from Idol days till now. David came to her attention when he sang Angels and Imagine. She was in Canada at that time and set up a David news site. There were many Chinese fans at that time who were around the same age as David i.e high school age. They were all influenced and inspired by David. Gengen herself had never followed any idol before David. She is very inspired and moved by his singing and his spirit. While she was in Canada she attended nearly 20 of his concerts in America. Then David went on his mission and activities died down. During the time when David was away, Gengen herself was in China where she was involved in a project (I didnβt understand what this project was about). Now David is in Taiwan and she is back in Taiwan. She believes she and the fans and David have yuanfen, having been on this fan journey for almost 10 years. She hopes the other fans can say a few words. She and the fans want to sincerely thank David.
“A note on yuanfen: this is a Chinese concept that has no equivalent in English. It roughly translates to a kind of fated or predestined affinity, connection or relationship. Please google for further explanation of this concept as I am in no position to expound on Chinese philosophy here. LOL”
I love that concept of “yuanfen”! Sounds about right! π And pretty cool to hear Gengen mention Toronto to David! π
. VIDEOOOOOOOS!!!!!!
How many times have I heard him sing Imagine? And it STILL makes me cry. Dang.
And HOWLING that David’s “Shawty, why’d you leave me” intro to MKOP is being simultaneous translated… how that guy did not start cracking up is beyond me, what a true professional! LOL
https://www.instagram.com/p/BI5QAPkjs6O/?taken-by=davidarchie
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Calgary’s lovely Gengen (who has been doing humanitarian work in Asia for the past few years) is at the press conference! (Who knew she’d have better luck seeing David sing there, than I have here in Toronto? π )
Apparently, Gregory live-streamed David’s “Glorious” on FB… fingers crossed we get to see/hear it!
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more from Gengen….
LOVE; THIS SOOOOO MUCH!!!!!!
Me: David! You haven’t changed a bit! (not being flattering, 100% true) David: You haven’t changed either, still as energetic. Ah! The good old Fangirling mode is on, again!
. IS THERE ANY SMILE SMILIER THAN THAT OF A PERSON MEETING DAVID ARCHULETA?!?
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VIDEOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!
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his change-ups are … Glorious!!!! π
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. Shared by Gengen: Professional photos of David at Taipei Press Conference from Mr. Chewea Hu. Thanks, G.!!!!
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MOAR PICS!!!! GET WELL SOON, DAVID!!!! NO POKEMON GO FOR YOU!!!!! π
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This picture reminds meΒ of the tagline on the lovely @rhiminee’s Tumblr: “David Archuleta is a precious porkchop who must be protected atΒ all times.” #word
Sorry, that was not a survey, but a rhetorical question.
Cannot WAIT for his new music… no seriously, finding it physically impossible to maintain patient composure. This teaser is awesome and all but it’s like being given two crumbs of a giant dark chocolate bar when you KNOW all those other magnificent squares are out there somewhere.
Okay, now I need chocolate. And more David music.
What do you guys think???
p.s. DYING to caption this but I’ll behave π
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GIF ALERT!!!!!!
The lovely & amazing Tina gif’d my favourite part!!!!
eeeeeeeep, just saw this and can’t tell you how excited I am that David is working with Cason Cooley, who worked with Ben Rector (another fave of mine that I may have gushed and spammed about, ahem, once or twice before).
Most recently, they worked together on Ben’s latest album, Brand New, which is bloody brilliant (excuse my alliteration).
Sidenote: I recently had a dream that David had deleted all his social media apps from his phone again so he could focus on finishing up his new music. He was also singing a new Spanish song that sounded amazing in my dream. (Which is very interesting considering I don’t speak Spanish, hmm.)
Anywaaaays, I think what prompted the dream was seeing so many tweets to David asking if he was still alive? Sheesh. This again?? No matter how much he shares with us, is it never enough?? Do peeps want him to do another “leave it far behind me, where no one’s going to find me” walkabout again?
Not going to worry about it though, looks like he knows just when to unplug and hit “refresh” … hence my dream, I guess.
Sorry for ranting but typing super fierce and punchy is good therapy for my bum arm. π
So, help me out here, folks. Who is this Jamesthemormon guy? Is he a rapper? Not a rapper? Will he and Nathan Pacheco need to mud-wrestle over David?? Will that video go viral??
Is it August 8th yet??
And what happened to Numb?? Is he doing a video for that too?? Is it now a rap song??
Will all his caps now be worn backwards??
Whatevs, all good, love this clip already, SUPER catchy… like “STOP THE ENDLESS LOOP IN MY HEAD ALREADY!” catchy.
Is he sending us a message to stop bugging him ‘cuz he’s “Workin'” :)… sorry, no can do, bud.
YOU ARE THE ONE WHO MENTIONED #NEWMUSIC, MR. HASHTAGCHULETA, SO NOW I CAN’T WAIT TO HEAR SOME!
Sorry, it’s the pain meds talking there. π Aug. 8th, I can wait till August 8th. I think.
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THE HAT!!!!!!! thanks, @rhiminee for the *ahem* heads up π π π
(methinks maybe they were hiking between Canada Day & Independence Day?) β€ Ms. Amber
You have probably seen this gold mine of amazing photos by now. But have you seen the super-secret captions that go with them? I thought not. Enjoy! Oh. And do you have a favourite? π
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When I say go, time how long it takesΒ you to find David in this picture. GO!!!!!!
. If you didn’t zeroΒ in on the magnet of The Archuleta in under 0.00018765 seconds, please turn in your stan card at the front entrance. Security will escort you to the pie-in-the-face kiosk.
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Reach out to me, touch my haaaaaaand.
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Lineup formsΒ to hug The David.
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Marie: “WHOAH, you cut in line!”
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… 2 hours later….
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We feel ya, bud.
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“I. Can’t. Breathe… Next!”
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“Wait your turn, bro, I’m a chiropractor”
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“Break it up fellas, there’s enough of this glowy porkchopΒ for everyone.”
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Thanking the food servers because David.
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“Wait. You also work at aΒ toll booth?!?”
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#squadgoals
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“Yo, dude. Waddya say we split this place for some Pokemon Go?”
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Talent y’all
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#photobombchuleta
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The sash says, “Miss I’mΒ His Kind of Perfect so back off.” (I think whomever does get that title should get a crown with it, don’t you? π )
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David shares deep, meaningful insights about life. Blonde lady: “Do not pinch his cheeks. Do not pinch his cheeks. Do not pinch his cheeks.”
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aww, Kari’s holding his food plate…Β plates.
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“Wow, you’re tall. Like, what, 5′ 7″?”
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“Is it true Archuleta took the last pancake?!????”
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“Ya, I rope steers… well, one steer… with no legsΒ … or a pulse … did I mention I can sing?”
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Smile or half-yawn? Voting is open till midnight.
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How you can shake David’s hand and be distracted is something my brain does not compute. Is this something that can happen in the world?
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*busted*
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Marie: “teehee teehee teehee … “
“BAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA”
“Oh my, so funny, hahahaha”
“Okay, I’m done. Cut that out.”
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“Waddya want from me, jazz hands??”
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“C’mon, just one more hug….”
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Marie finally snaps.
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“aww, just kidding….”
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And they all lived Redeemerly Ever After.
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I am including these next sound-check photos as scientific proof that David cannot take a bad picture. He does not have a good side and a not-so-good side. The soles of his feet are likely photogenic. How is this possible? I know not. But what I do know is that I wish there was a soundtrack to these gems!!!!!Β
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PRAISE BE, FOR THESE GLORIOUS PICTURES, MY PEOPLE!!!!!
“Um, I’m sure you’re super nice, but not the hand I was goin’ for.”
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“Oh ya. Come to mama.”
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Cuteness factor 64319823798.
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David meets his new adoptive family.
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“I heard a rumour that you like Star Wars and Princess Leia??”
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Double on-the-shoulder move. Not for rookies, my friends.
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“David Cook’s number?? 444-4444?”
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And my ABSOLUTE fave!
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A few more because… why not?
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Classic “I AM BREATHING THE SAME AIR AS DAVID ARCHULETA!” reaction.
(I prefer to clutch my chest with my right hand, but that’s just me.)
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“David’s very sweet, but he’s not a popsicle, son.”
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I got my boyyyyz with me….
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David’s reaction to hearing Shelley isn’t coming.
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It’s pictures like these that remind me that David’s just a regular guy living his maybe not so regular life but that everything doesn’t grind to a halt when he walks into a room, he’s just like us in many ways and wants to live a good, quiet life, just like we do, and not always be the centre of attention, even though his talent and charisma push him up on that pedestal at times. #deepthoughts
What could be better than David? um, two Davids?? (Photos: Kaitlyn Rose DeNoble)
Revival Survival
I have been processing my Redeemer Concert experience in Nampa for the last couple of days; and while it may not be the best idea to begin any kind of recap with religious overtones, I need to clarify my perspective.
First, I have never been to a religious revival, and this was definitely that. Also, country music is not my favorite flavor on the music genre menu. It can be a little cloying for my taste, even though there are several county songs and a few country artists I enjoy. To be honest, three things got me to that concert: 1) the tickets were free; 2) the venue was 20 minutes away; but best of all, 3) David Archuleta was on the program.
Like 99% of those who were at the show, I am a practicing Christian. I attend church every Sunday, but our worship service (Sacrament Meeting) is rather staid and solemn, except for the intermittent noise from children because it is very much a family affair. We also worship with music, a lot of music, meaning a choir or a selection of congregational hymns with an organ accompaniment, but nary a hint of a band.
Now, I didnβt go to the concert with any apprehensions. It was a Saturday night after all, a good night for a rousing good time, but I knew this would be a different kind of worship, and an adventure of sorts for me. It was; and it was fun.
My sweet daughter-in-law, who has given birth to half of our eighteen grandchildren, took two-thirds of her brood to the matinee performance. I was anxious to get her report. I always want every soul within earshot of Davidβs voice to come away with undying appreciation and admiration for his talent and charismatic self. Is that too much to ask? Of course not.
To my relief and total satisfaction, they all had a great time and noted that David received the loudest and most enthusiastic reception of all, which included my smartly trained grandchildren participating in that welcome. It was also noted that David probably gained new fans with his appearance alone, and he certainly did not disappoint with his music. Daughter-in-law remarked that his distinctive voice βcut through everything going onβ during his songs. While I try to resist feeling a little smug about these kinds of reports, there are times when it just canβt be helped.
A few quick hours later, it was my turn. My husband and I filled up the SUV with a couple of friends and a grandkid band of merry teenagers. Happiest carpooling ever. We arrived early and waited for my βinside connection who shall remain namelessβ to arrive with four tickets to seats on the main floor, close to the stage. The teenagers scattered with their tickets to find the best seats they could, and they did well. Meanwhile, the rest of us sauntered into the VIP section, pretending we had enough sophisticated wherewithal to look like we belonged there. As my fellow David concert goers know, I am all about reserved seating, and the kindest gesture of all in this massive general admission crowd was the offer of assigned floor seats. My bad back is still thanking you.
The concert began rather quietly with a young woman who accompanied herself at the piano while she sang the national anthem. I wish I could remember her name because she had a very pleasant voice; but the arrangement was so unusual, I almost missed the melody when it happened. That calm moment didnβt last long. The other musicians took their places and began the show with a religious fervor heretofore unbeknownst to me; however, it didnβt take long to get into the spirit of the celebration.
Because the band members and the solo artists were LDS, I fully expected the majority of the crowd to be the same. That was not the case, and I would go so far as to say that every Christian denomination in the area was generously represented that night. The Nashville Tribute Band (NTB) used biblical scripture and songs to tell the stories from their Redeemer album, and the crowd definitely felt more unity than difference. After all that has been in the news of late, it was a welcome comfort.
I have to admit that I was completely ignorant about proper revival etiquette, so I took my cues from the friendly and charming Baptist couple sitting next to me who knew exactly what to do. They were into it with every number, singing along, taking pictures, and totally camera ready for David Archuleta to appear.
“Staring through windows at my own reflection, how can a window encompass perfection, and IIIIIII…..” (sorry, couldn’t resist)
His awaited entrance was accompanied by sustained applause and cheering, the loudest of the night. He looked more manly than boyish in his quasi-Western getup, an excellent choice, as I immediately heard a couple of remarks about him looking older now. David would have liked that. Cute Baptist couple was capturing every minute.
Marie Osmond had more costume changes than David had songs to sing, but he made up for it with his performance. There were plenty of βbig notesβ in this concert, a staple in revival singing perhaps, but David can belt it with the best of them and still have that unique tone that captures immediate attention. His βGloriousβ was indeed glorious, and his βWhen the Son of Man Comes Againβ was a fantastic finale. A wow moment.
A more personal highlight of the evening was the variety of positive responses from friends, most of them going to the concert for reasons I mentioned before: free tickets at a nearby venue. It is true that my friends cannot escape the fact that I am a forever fan of David Archuleta. There is no escape from my persistent prattling promotion. Perhaps they tolerate it because I am their friend, but few of them follow David on their own. When I heard their post-concert comments, like βSo good!β βPowerful voice.β βHe just grabs your attention.β, etc., it felt like an extra payday. I love it when Iβm right.
One last thought about my revival survival, a revisited realization really: David Archuleta seems to do it all, and there is more to come. Some of it will be surprising. Arenβt you glad youβre still on the bandwagon? Me too.
~Tater/Zen
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Check out these amazing photos by Fabiana Beatriz.More here.
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Now, I didnβt go to the concert with any apprehensions. It was a Saturday night after all, a good night for a rousing good time, but I knew this would be a different kind of worship, and an adventure of sorts for me. It was; and it was fun.
The concert began rather quietly with a young woman who accompanied herself at the piano while she sang the national anthem. I wish I could remember her name because she had a very pleasant voice; but the arrangement was so unusual, I almost missed the melody when it happened. That calm moment didnβt last long. The other musicians took their places and began the show with a religious fervor heretofore unbeknownst to me; however, it didnβt take long to get into the spirit of the celebration.
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SnowAngelz: Canadian fans of David Archuleta 