10-10-10, The Glam Nation!
by: Lorelie Dino
Glamberts worldwide and Philamberts (Filipino Glamberts) all set and ready for the Glam Nation tour!
Arriving from Tokyo Japan, an hour before clock struck midnight on 10-10-10, Adam Lambert finally landed in Manila for the first time.
Honesty is the best policy. If you look up eccentric, you’ll find his name in its definition. Aquarian Adam Mitchel Lambert lives by that reputation when he openly came out as the first gay American Idol. Truth, uniqueness, and respect sets you free.
Filipinos’ very own, Paraluman, opened the hot evening with their 4-song setlist. After the long wait at 9:15, Adam “Voodooed” onstage with his signature look of black eyeliner full geared like that from Disney’s Princess and the Frog villain, Dr. Facilier, but more flamboyantly. Second on his 15-song repertoire same-titled debut album, as much anticipated, Adam was born “For Your Entertainment.” Dark and mystery themed, he sang “Down The Rabbit Hole” and “Ring Of Fire.”
With “Fever,” it wouldn’t be Adam without him kissing one of his band members. If he does not deliver, people become disappointed. Take him as he is, there may have been some over reaction in certain society members saying the show should have been PG-rated. If that’s not your cup of tea, then simply don’t watch, that’s your choice. Maybe that’s why there were some vacant seats. Nevertheless, Adam being Adam, he rightfully earned his musical status now. Certain parts were theatrical as that’s how he worked hard since his youth. Television is not enough justice. After hearing him perform live, the instruments did not overpower his vocals nor vice-versa. With his ballads, he’s similar to a one-man heavenly choir with his angelic voice, like a lullaby. He does not pull out his vocal chords, he just hymns along synchronically. Mostly during the night, the crowd listened intently and applauded each song with screams.
It’s indeed a delight with acoustic versions that he performed, beautifully carried. That’s a rare treat compared to just hearing the cd. He wisely advises that with true love, it comes with asking the right questions. Before hitting it off with “Whataya Want From Me,” he was a “Sleepwalker.” Adam then “Soared” and was “Broken Open.” Another Adam wisdom nugget, “first step in finding true love, you got to love yourself” then came the “Aftermath.”
Having Aerosmith and Led Zeppelin as one of his influences, there was an intermission break of heavy metal electric guitar playing. Every time he spoke, he was able to hold the audience’s attention. By his 11th song of “Sure Fire Winners,” he was sweating it out in a black sleeveless top and “Strut” some more. One of my favorites, he belted to “Music Again,” proudly saying “My band rocks!” He gave recognition to those in attendance who dolled up. He showed his appreciation with “Hi! You’re also beautiful tonight. Thank you for dressing up. I love that.”
As part of his finale, he made dancers-introduction headed by his lovely choreographer Brooke. He rocked the house with his big hit, “If I Had You.” He had everybody jumping with fists pumping. In return, he requested for everybody to please sing it with him to which the Pinoys obliged. It was obviously the favorite. He ended the concert with Tears for Fears’ “Mad World,” one of the songs that secured his top place in American Idol. Gearing up for Manic Monday, at 10:30, people started heading for home.
Some of the audience members may have expected more as it left them in a cliffhanger, but the weather’s cooperation completed Philippines’ one night only with Adam. Manila thanks you for including us in your very first international headlining tour, Adam Lambert. We look forward to seeing and hearing more of your artistry.
P.S. "Megathanks to Magic 89.9 FM for making me one of the lucky VIP tix holder for GlamNation!"
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