David is the best!!!

That he is. And yes, David’s is very much “at home” when he’s on stage. He’s sooo easygoing with his audience, it’s a pleasure to witness.

reposted from last thread… we had (obviously) a really, really great time!!!! We had a blast calling in the updates!! …..like we were reporters reporting on something important, LOL ! Lois Lane here….

rascal – Yes, “home” is the stage and performing for David. He grows in quantum leaps—AMAZING Awesomeness!

What next?!!!!! Beyond our imaginations!!

He is amazing! No one else even comes close! Thanks for the vids and the reports. This has been a fun night.

did you see the vid of the little dances-are they up? very spontaneous and adorable- and quite capable I might add…point number one- add in more spontaneous dances…

To me – the BEST part – He seems so HAPPY. He loves singing for people . . plain and simple . . pure JOY!

I am really out of the loop on the last thread and don’t have any idea about what’s being discussed, so sorry if I repeat or write out of context…for me right now the only context was tonight’s show…

happy…GIRLFRIEND!!! thanks so much for the phone calls..you made my day!! All the updates made me feel like I was there with you!

I am so excited now about the possibility of a private concert by David for the ND family!!
Didn’t think it could happen, but it was a dream and it’s closer to a reality now!

happy – tell us about the concert as in EVErYTHiNG!! Leave no detail out!

At this rate – David can produce an entire album acapella. What a talent – perfect, PERFECT pitch!

we arrived at 3:45 to eat, the line had already formed to pick up wristbands/tix at 5 and then enter at 6:30. The HRC ran a very smooth ship and the venue should be commended if smooth and tight was what they sought– no one in the restaurant really seemed to have any idea about what was transpiring on the other side of the wall, nor around the corner near the side entrance…
it was cold and we were hungry so we were going to eat first. We waved to the line waiters and went inside, through the store and downstairs to the restaurant. At the bottom of the stairs you cold go right to the resturant or left to a room. in the middle was the backdrop thing where celebs get interviewed and stuff…we knew we were in the right place!

#23 happy: ….tell me more, tell me more, tell me moooorreeee!!!

What do you guys think of the outfit? If I could dress David for his next event I think I would put him in that scarf, his Sacramento vest, jeans, and either a red or black slim-fit tee. hee!

we went over to the restaurant and were greeted by a picture taker who took our picture in front of memorabilia to try to sell the picture to us (think cruise ship) … we chatted her up…. yes David is here blah blah.. he was just warming up… no one is allowed to go over by the room etc. …
we went in to the restaurant/bar and sat down. We immediatly told our waitress why we were there… “oh yes its all very hush hush.. we didn’t know until he arrived who was performing tonight.. can’t you hear him?…over there”… and she points…

HEAR HIM? ARE YOU CRAZY?? would we be sitting hear talking to you if we could HEAR HIM??….. we immediately send secret-agent-happy’s-11year-old-daughter to investigate… off she goes to the bar area and stands innocently by the wall…. we watch… no visible signs of excitement…. ninaf and I order….. she returns 2-3 minutes later…………

Well?….. well what?…… well, COULD YOU HEAR HIM???… oh yeh, clear as day… he sang Crush……… thud……..thud……..

happy calls kizzi/SF… fills them in… and sprints to the bar area, leaving secret agent-happy’s-11year-old-daughter-who-doesn’t-report-back with ninaf at the table……. happy hears David singing ALTNOY clear as day… indescribable joy inside but shows no visible signs of excitement and doesn’t report back (I told you before about the nuts..like mother, like daughter)… leaves ninaf wondering…..

my memories of albany, coming back to haunt me, I need more David live… soon

happy listens to the end of ALTNOY and reports back to ninaf who sprints to the bar area…. update is filed with kizzi/SF… waitress erroneously reports that there is a live band inside (sorry for that misinformation) and we get even more excited….ninaf returns… happy heads off….. he is singing ALTNOY again……quickly shove down overpriced hamburger (sorry HRC-great venue, marginal food) and move to the little round table near the bar next to the movable wall….

he is singing 1000 miles….. now throughout all of this… the entire bar area and a fairly large part of the restaurant, in addition to all of the people coming and going to the bathroom, and or up and down the steps, can hear this music… and either no one noticed or recognized it- one or the other.. but it was surreal for us.. we’re getting a David Archuleta concert clear as a bell… no distortion, no screaming… just David’s voice through the wall… clear and beautiful.. and everyone else is eating and watching TV

Happy & ninaf & kizzi & SF: Thank you sooo much for all the updates! Really brings us right there front and center!

wow happy………….

What a glorious day..thank you sooo much happy & ninaf for taking the time to call me! It was a wonderful experience..even though when you called the first two times I was still at work and acted the fool..LMAO in the hallway on my way out..they thought I was cra-zier than usual..I’ll have some ’splaining to do tomorrow! Have a really great night & sweet dreams to you both!
Gotta work tomorrow..will check first thing in the AM for the rest of your report! love ya!!
Good nite to everyone else too…and especially for David..who gives us so much pleasure..

Dear Lord, Though we are unworthy to ask,
Please take Care Of David. Watch over him, Protect him from all harm. Cloak him with your love and give him the strength to endure all that is thrown in his path. Give David the courage and guidance to say no to those who ask for more than he can reasonably give. Surround David with loving and supportive people who love him UNCONDITIONALLY as we, his ARCHANGELS do. Separate David from those who have agendas other than for his wellbeing. Give him rest when he’s weary. Give him 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 David healthy & strong as he fulfills his Destiny which was written in his Book of Life before he was born.
Though we may be unworthy, we humbly pray.
Amen.

Sweet dreams! Be safe & secure in our love always! Take care. You will always be numero uno in our eyes! Thank you for all you do and for just being you!
CONTIGO SIEMPRE CON AMOR!

I know David doesn’t see this, but I hope he can feel the love!

happy & ninaf – thank you so much for letting us share your night! How exciting it must have been for all of you!

David certainly has become very comfortable on stage – yes, rascal, I do believe he has found his “home”.

Also want to say thanks for the fun I have with all of you every night (I may not post a lot, but I’m always here).

Happy and Ninaf for President!

Freofan – Happy Birthday! What a fun way to celebrate!

Freofan, Happy Birthday to you! David singing on your birthday, what could be a better gift?

Amen SF, Amen!

Why the heck (I changed that, just for him, lol) does this manchild continue to have me in the palm of his hand?
Gah!

For the record, this New Yorker adores you David. That was incredible.

happy’s shift ends…ninaf is on…happy has drawn the longer stick because as she heads back in to wait with the girls in the nice comfy lounge area by the bathrooms….. who should come out to the backdrop thing but the young “Spectacular” kid… retrieves the girls and heads back to the press area… we befriend the security guy…blah blah…sure you can stand here until my boss finds you.. he will shoo you out… just don’t bump the press people… we promise to stand quietly and be very still… we watch the “Spectacular kid” and ninaf’s-older-teen-daughter is smitten…. happy thinks he’s cute and has great teeth…and a darling smile…he’s standing 1 foot away…..will David come out? can we be so lucky?… our friend the security guy confirms it…. but my boss will surely find you before David comes out..they’ll do a more complete sweep…. LOL!

This little tidbit even Happy doesn’t know about – After the concert was over, we realized no matter how sweet and persistent we could be, or how cute and flirty my 18 yr. old daughter was to the head sponsor there, we were not going to get meet and greet passes. I was a little disappointed because I had enlarged the picture I had with David from the AI meet and greet for him to sign and Happy had a letter she wanted to give to him. Anyway, my daughter had not eaten before so we decided to go back into the restaurant for a bite – Happy and her daughter had to get home.

When we finished eating and left the restaurant, we saw a bunch of people just standing around. I noticed that Lupe was there as well as Jeff – he was talking to some young ladies about the age of my daughter who I recognized from pictures I had seen month’s ago on Ricky’s Blog. I decided, since I had spoken briefly to Jeff before at the first AI meet and greet that I went to, I would try to talk to him again. After the usual introductions, I told him how amazing I thought David is, what an unbelievable career he will have and how excited I am to witness what the future holds for him. So this is some of the information I got from Jeff…..there will be a solo tour sometime in Feb. or March and YAY, they are releasing SOT as a single to be purchased on i-tunes fairly soon. He wasn’t aware of Rascal’s wonderful video so I told him to check it out on u-tube. He then thanked me for being so supportive of David and his career and that’s about it.

Sorry this is so long, I just tried to remember every detail and Happy is so much better at this than I am!

happy, it is very difficult to be breathless and laughing and on the edge of my seat all at the same time!

then what?!? LOL

OH ninaf…..you are the man!!!!!!!

OH my gosh! The videos, the confidence, the joy, the music, the banter! Just as I think I cannot love this kid more! Thanks for the wonderful play by play.

well, the rest, as they say is history…. we wait the remaining time on line and enter the venue without incident…they are serving juices and pina coladas(no rum) in pretty cups with waiter service…everyone is happy and friendly and no one is panicked because there is plenty of room and the stage is high and their are 3 levels all with plenty of room to stand in front…we set up on the stairs that lead right to the bottom of the stage, so we are stage left but above heads and very close…right in front of the speakers again, but that’s the price you pay….

So, I’m in for NYC, but I could also help organize it. I’m a project manager in real life (big, ugly, nasty, 20mil technology projects) and a spreadsheet and action-tracking queen.

Let me know how I can help make this happen.

So funny – Kara DioGuardi is supposed to be a guest on Letterman tonight, but Dave is having way too much fun with Billy Crystal. Wonder if Kara will make it on – Dave doesn’t really go for pop culture stuff like Idol. Remember when the network forced him to have Survivor cast-offs on and he only agreed to interview them by remote from the Hello Deli? haha!

so rascal- i missed ALL of the demographic/marketing discussions, but I will tell you, we chatted with the guy that did the introductions on stage as we were leaving…he said the response to the contest was excellent -1 winner to every 100 or so entries = 20000 entries, so ninaf was really lucky (and I was even luckier) and the preteens were not present in large numbers… very few infact…mostly adults and older teens- a great demographic i think…it was interesting to watch the press work the pre concert room

I just had to share this comment by (I think Lori) at snarky archies: “Only David can stop in the middle of a song (A Thousand Miles) and everybody treats it as if it was the most brilliant move made in musical history”.

David, your fans LOVE you!!!

happy – thanks for your reports! Can you share more info on the demographics – what was your take overall? Interesting how you mentioned lots of Latinos along with older teens/adults – I think Latinos are another strong part of David’s fanbase being a bit neglected by TPTB…

By the way, just as I suspected….Dave is giving Kara about three minutes…I love Dave, he is who he is and doesn’t care what anyone thinks…just like our David

it seemed that David would have sung another song if it were up to him…. he was absolutely enjoying himself…. (oh I’m not complaining but I would so have loved him to sing lean on me)….. you can’t see it on the vid above but the front row was comprised of older teen/young woman who were tall enough to lean onto the stage floor reaching out for most of his performance..he enjoyed connecting with them… most definitely….you can see him talking directly to them about the songs…he really wanted to make them happy with the song that he picked..

ninaf and happy – thank you so much for sharing this with us – it was almost (almost) as good as being there!

Kara was pretty good on Letterman. Dave kept the quick interview substantive for the most part … asked her how she got into songwriting. Best part though was when Dave said “and is that awful Simon guy still on?”

haha!

Happy and Ninaf you rock. Thanks for sharing your experiences with us. Nite all.

need to go to bed, just want to say David has come a long way in his comfort level, as rascal noted. he still needs to slow down- feels a bit rushed, but he is definitely a performer and he brought a lot of the strut tonight…his mannerisms were natural and not at all forced…….glad to see none of the choreography that I saw creeping in during some other videos I had seen..the glance away, the strut, the hunkerdown…all in attendance… smiling, seeking out the audience, tuning in to them… all evidence that he is paying attention to what works… singing more than 5 songs to an audience and developing a relationship with each audience over a couple of hours instead of minutes will help him to grow tremendously…he has great instincts…..he still has far to go…but I have no doubt that he will get there….in spades.

good night all. thanks for the fun.

I noticed the transformation from jokester to professional without missing a beat. I thought it was mind-blowing!

Thanks for the last 2 posts–some good conversation and lots of good debates

Thanks happy and nineaf for sharing with us–it was so real with your play-by-plays. I’m so glad you had the chance to be there.

I’m there for a private concert!! I like mamasaun’s idea of southern Utah–Park City would be good also, or maybe Sundance. Let’s just plan so travel can be planned for.

happy & ninaf~WOW!..you girls are amazing! so happy for you…can’t wait to see your vid’s Happy~~they will make me smile for sure~

Rascal~ a private ND concert ?? Could it really happen??…Ya Gotta Believe!!~~~Count me in for sure.(but I’m sure you already knew that)…Gotta love NYC!!~~~Now I am really starting to smile again!!!

I didn’t mean to say I was laughing at David dancing, oh no! He can dance!! He most certainly CAN!! I want to see more of that, oh man!

Good Morning All!

Happy and Ninaf – Thank You for making our David-night so special for us all.

Freofan – Belated birthday wishes – all the VERY best to you!

Good morning all! Right after my last post on this thread, I received a phone call, talked for quite some time, then got tired and fell asleep.

So, I’m just now catching up on the play-by-play report. (Happy and Ninaf, you ladies are simply the best! *applauds*)

Brooklyndawn, what would have me flying high is David busting out with his spontaneous dancing, a few a capella standards (I absolutely need to hear his Lean on Me rendition), and a cozy intimate meet and greet with NDers, at this NYC private concert which is sooooo gonna happen! (Think positively!)

Vermeer! *waves*

LIZ asked, “Did anyone else replay the little dance over and over??”

*raises hand.*

Just about to replay right now!

*goes to watch video.*

Video for ALTNOY (GAH! The runs and the changes!):
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FBsr0MT0MWw

Video for ANGELS!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BrODtpPnnlA

I’m so there for a private NYC concert. I was just chatting with a buddy who said he moved into a larger place in Park Slope – with lots of room for me to stay when I visit! Plus I’ve got two other college friends there I’d love to meet up with. Man – fares from Seattle are only $241 RT in Feb or March. MUST … MAKE … THIS … HAPPEN.

I don’t want this to come off as snobbish, but I would hope there would be some way to ensure that legit ND-ers got first crack at tickets — including lurkers, many of whom have quietly been reading here since April. Not sure how that could be done though.

Rascal, you’ve got contacts with “David’s People” right? The only person I’ve contacted and got a reply from is Dean, but I’m not sure he’d be an appropriate contact for this.

Now would really be the time to pursue this because I’m guessing the tour is pretty close to being booked full and there might not be an open date around the time he’s in the Northeast …

Logging out. Must go get a grip on myself. Love to all. You know who you are.

A special thank you again to Happy and Ninaf!! What a night! Is there anything David cannot do? I’m absolutely blown away by his perfomances…and yes, he seemed so relaxed and happy – delighted in doing what he loves, for sure. And, the dancing before Crush!!! Unexpected, impromptu – making a moment the fans cherish. Just an extraordinary (New York) time!! Again. David at this point is full of fun…and surprises. How is it possible to love him more and more??

I agree with Caseydog–let’s find out ASAP if this type of event is even possible (will David’s contract allow him to make a private performance even if his booking fee is met? What exact costs will be involved–like Rascal said, band –if David plays with band — and equipment rental, catering available, cost for videographer). If we get a yes, then we should move ahead and secure venue, date, and then get busy raising the $ through ticket sales and contributions.

The person who handles the $ should definitely have great business sense and savvy to avoid a fanblast-type situation.

We can split up some tasks to make the work more manageable.

I think that Casey is right: it would be great to start with ND folks with first crack at tickets. I think news will spread like wildfire once other sites hear about it. I really don’t think it will be a problem to find people willing to spend even $200 for a ticket amongst the different sites alone.

HG, thank you for b-day wishes! I agree…I think with the ‘net the way it is, there’s no way to limit who comes first, unless someone else knows a way. ND may have the advantage of knowing about the event early on, but beyond that, first come first serve.

I’m off to work — have a great day everyone!

For the ND concert: rascal can probably pull a list of posters here and their emails. That could be the starting list.

WPLJ NY just said “Arculeta coming up in a second”

listen here:

http://gateway.andohs.net/player/default_noax.aspx?nid=2920&sid=844&customlogo=

And then it just occurred to me that I might be putting the cart before the horse: We gotta get this on the radar with David first!

Oh yes! We have to see if David (and his management) is game! Thanks for the reminder, Caseydog!

OK, I’m off to work. Until next time!

David is playing ALTNOY on the piano on the radio!

Marlie7 thanks for posting re David’s interview. He sounded awesome, even with a frog in his throat!. Way cool to hear his accompany himself on piano. Now I need an MP3 for my ipod.

LOL! Yes, absolutely in LOVE! How could you not be? I feel sorry for those that don’t get it and miss out on all of this

The Fanvention idea was thrown out here a couple months ago by ronaldsf..and we ran with it on & off. We thought a get-together for David’s fandom..would be a dream come true..just to meet everyone.
The CONCERT idea is even better, but if we pull this off, and David’s people agree to it..I wouldn’t want it to be a typical concert setting. I would hope we could make sure David will not feel ANY pressure as far as performance is concerned. I would want to make sure the the whole reason for it would be to spend quality time with him..the performance is secondary..only because that was the only way to GET him to party with us. I mean the whole purpose would be to spend time in the same room with him for a couple of hours, right?
The concert/performance would be something we would remember for the rest of our lives for sure, and maybe I’m not finding the right words..but for a typical concert, David would perform, then leave right afterwards..or maybe m&g with a few fans..I would want David to know this is a gala in HIS honor and would want him to feel comfortable and at ease enough with us to want to stay awhile.
Am I making sense? I dunno…

And don’t be too surprised if other sites are thinking about doing the same thing..clandestine, of course,,cuz they can.

“Oh, for a scream-free evening. Ladies and Gentlemen… Mr. David Archuleta….”

That says it all Rascal!! I’m there!! I really hope this is possible.. if not within a short time like in a month or so, maybe…hoping – definitely at some future time. Like you say – as long as it is even possible at some point down the line, we are so hopeful. I’m lovin’ this!! Who knows what surprises await us – with David… miracles do happen all the time! Thanks Rascal…

Rascal, I was just about to post that I, too, love the simple and elegant idea when I saw that LIZ did also – like minds:)

Woo hoo! rascal – Your concept of the event is perfect. screamless, elegant, no in-your-face press. Love it! And yes, I’ll help coordinate. I’m in NYC several times a year anyway and can do some pre-setup meets, too.

Rascal, LMAO. “he’s not getting a possible five- figure fee for eating nutterbutters and chatting up cougars.”

Hi everyone,
You can listen the 95.5 WPLJ interview here:

http://davidarchuletavn.com/2009/01/13/david-is-live-in-the-studio-at-wplj-in-new-york/

Huong,

Rascal – just what I was thinking too. Elegant, no screaming, pinching, pawing, photos (except ‘class’ photo mentioned earlier, haha) Let David see the mature side of his mature fans (I will be working diligently to find my mature side).
When David is singing (and dancing) we’ll be able to hear a heart beat. Not mine. Mine will stop beating for sure. GAH!!!!!!
SF- No pressure? The amount of love per cubic inch in that venue will be enough pressure to cause him to implode if we are not restrained.
Still trying to locate that mature side of myself….

no screaming? i’ve seen David live & must admit to some screaming, LOL! They just slipped out
And, imo, really should not be too serious or David might feel pressure. ya know? like a room full of ‘grown ups’ staring at him?

WJH 137 – “I will be working diligently to find my mature side”

I am laughing so hard my sides hurt!

ALTNOY UNPLUGGED DURING WPLJ INTERVIEW
http://www.mediafire.com/download.php?mng2iiznzna

gaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaah

T.H.U.D.

SF – I was thinking the same thing, that a limit of tickets per person might have to be set at least until everyone has been given a chance. At first I was thinking a limit of 4 but now I’m thinking 3.

- And I would like for him to have the band if possible too. He said he’s heading back to L.A. this week so maybe he’s working on setting up the band again.

- I like the idea of an official photographer/videographer to capture the evening as if it was a wedding, lol.

- Nametags! (if you want)

- No saying “Oh my God!” during a song. Please.

- A cash bar. Again, please.

- Maybe there’s a nearby spot where food and drink could be had pre-show? This could be the fan-vention?

Looking forward to this! (I hope it comes true.)

“You may say I’m a screamer, but I’m not the only one….” Okay getting way too excited here, guys. As Kate Winslet says, “Gather!”

WPLJ INTERVIEW FULL
http://www.mediafire.com/?ztkmmyj3zz1

caseydog..OK…No saying “OH MY GOD!!! Gah!! If that’s the case..casedog..better tell David to wear a monks cape!! heh-heh!!

Yes..name tags would be nice..how else are gonna find rascal??? I mean who else is over 6′ tall, with dimples??

Cash bar?? hmmmm..but I don’t drink…much!! No really..maybe a nice bottle of Boone’s Farm once in a while!

No “little ones” ..this should be Adults Only..except we will allow..Joner & beebee & happy & djb…am I being
too harsh??

Oh and don’t forget…rascal should be the MC..we need an MC, right? And a baby grand piano…can we have a real piano??

Ok..my David avatar is looking at me..telling me…
ENOUGH already! I just love David Archuleta!

“Oh, for a scream-free evening. Ladies and Gentlemen… Mr. David Archuleta….”
rascal, how much more can we ask for? We would probably need some EMT’s and paramedics standing outside the room. We are “more mature”, so we may not be able to keep our bp’s in line.

I like mammasaun’s idea of invitation only–suddenly we are all e-mailing rascal to make sure we get on the list!!

It’s off to the dentist for me–I’ll be playing David in my head and visualizing last night’s dance. I’m still vibrating inside from his impromptu–dangit!! He’s sumpin’ else!!!!

Good day to all! And what a glorious day it is! I will be awaiting any and all information on this exciting ND private concert! Is it really going to happen? The anticipation is killing me. IDK if any of my so-called talents are needed, but I am qualified to do ANYTHING in the Hospitality Industry. I am also retired with time on my hands! I am a willing and able bodied GOPHER if necessary! Yes, yes, SF…I Love David Archuleta too!

Long time getting over here, but your vibes as in vibrations are making themselves felt around the world. I knew something big was “up”. Thank you ladies for the play by play last night. You don’t know how much it is appreciated.

Duh! David can dance! The very first time I saw that shoulder shimmy way back then, I knew he was holding out on us. Uhhhh, I a m m e l t i n g…………

BTW, David is “Numero Uno” on X Rank Musician category. Probably cuz of all the buzz created by that impromptu dance and the intense stomping renditions.
David is a wonder- like the pyramids he will stand the test of time.

Folks, please refer to #5 in comment #124. This is probably a long shot. Don’t get too excited just yet.

Rascal — sorry, I did not see your earlier post about first-come-first serve. Good idea about us discussing the event in the comments section.

Oh yes, also No. 2 on xRank Celebrity category.

*Waving at italngrl*</b?….Didn’t we meet in Chicago at the radio station when David was doing promo for his CD?

Welcome!! We love it when lurkers come out of hiding here at ND!

I love this idea of a private concert. I would love to be there, but that isn’t going to be possible. (my husband lost his business)
If this happens, I will be more than happy to read about it here!

Off topic – Rascal – An old friend of mine found me on facebook. We did everything together in our teenage years and even tried dating once. (he was so confused back then)
Here is my question: He is a CD of an agency in LA. What is that? Creative director is all I can think of. Is that right? I don’t want to ask him since he thinks I know. I am showing my ignorance now, I know! Sorry.

David dancing caught on “slo mo” at snarkys. Is that right???? LMSAF (Laughing my salsa a** off)

ODD overdrive is lethal. I’d better go get some work done. While listening to D on MP3, of course.

so, Rascal: did you think the lid rattled last night? it did for me…….

Can you imagine if he starts dancing like he did last night at a concert and the screaming starts. And then he doesn’t stop after 2 seconds but goes on and on without mercy? Mass hysteria would ensue. The lid would not just rattle, it would blow off!

Angelica- I guess I am not the only one who “appreciates” David’s moves. I get a visual of myself, mouth gaping open and . . . well you get the picture. Ayeee! No mercy from David. What a way to go. Paddles, please. Back to working and lurking.

Joner..if this doesn’t pan out..yes, we will have a Fanvention..maybe two! East & West..but fingers crossed for…

The Concert (to end all concerts!)..if it happens, PLEASE let it be on a Saturday night, or even a Friday night..not on Sunday or a weekday night… if at all possible!! Doesn’t even have to be at night…afternoon or early evening is OK too…

Am I asking for too much?? No kids? A REAL piano?
Schedule on a weekend?..David to stick around a while (I won’t say a word to him if that’s what it takes..boo-hoo) ?
..rascal as the MC or Host? ..and limit the tickets?

Not too much to ask, is it?

#159 Yes, yes, a long shot (anyone practice The Secret?)

Soooo….if this concert is to take place, where (what city) would it take place in? New York? That would be way cool. OMG I just can’t imagine!
What a Rush, What a Rush

Rascal, please include my husband and myself in any list being compiled for this possible concert and related festivities. Do you have a New York venue in mind?

And, to me, $200 sound quite reasonable for such an event.

Got to get out of the comfortable Lurkdom…..

Thanks to Happy and Ninaf, and Kissy and SF as assists, for wonderful HRC reporting last night. It was totally sensational. Never ever felt this breathless way———–!

TOfan 147
Your “You may say I’m a screamer, but I’m not the only one….” HA HA HA! Just! kills! me!

Happy & ninaf…thanks a lot!!!!!

I only had four hours of sleep last night because I was at The Hard Rock Cafe …or so it seemed…Once the videos and news started to come in I had to stay up for the rest…Everyone here went to bed and by 1:30 am I followed but by then I couldn’t get to sleep…wide eyed and awake…So, I carefully left the bedroom, stepped over three sleeping labs, didn’t turn the lights on and went for a sleep aid…then to the computer…I found the “Crush” video and David with his moves…I didn’t dare to turn the sound on but it made me smile anyway…I had to find another bed because two of the labs stole my place in bed…pillow and all and I couldn’t move them without waking up the whole household!!! The guest room and bed were cold but finally I fell asleep only to be up at 7 to get ready for a morning meeting!!! What a night at the HRC!!!

I would like two tickets please if it happens…my husband is ready to accompany me to NY…any price anytime and if there needs to be fundraising to help someone else to be able to go…count me in…mlynnehc@yahoo.ca…

FROM NEW YORK POST: This is too funny!

Archuleta Wants To Know Your Deepest Thoughts. Then Slip You The Tongue

Adorable stuffed animal David Archuleta performed at the Hard Rock Cafe in NYC yesterday on the eve of the eve of “American Idol’s” relaunch and I couldn’t be more excited for another go-round of potential Kelly Clarkson’s. Although there always ends up being more Sanjayas.

In related news, David Cook has finally broken up with Kimberly Caldwell, a chick he rushed into hanging out with, rushed into making out with and explained their break up. “It’s like I didn’t even know the person I was with,” he said. OK, Cookie didn’t say that, but I image that — and the realization he could do much better — is why they ended things.

Reigning runner-up – ahhhaaahahaa, is there such a thing?

Source: http://blogs.nypost.com/popwrap/archives/2009/01/archuleta_love.html

JR4dA, you speedster, you! hahaha

Does anybody know exactly what was going on with the girl in the front row that David asked “Is she OK?” about while he was singing 1000 Miles?

TOFAN on #191- only because am not daydreaming & salivating like you guys with the possible invitational gala for David / NDer EB party.

But charge on and make this happen! Apart from the legal/contractual issues, this is very doable

Just make sure the video will be available for us international fans, ok guys?

David Archuleta Isn’t Ready for Broadway

While some ‘American Idol’ contestants have used their fame to launch their careers on Broadway, David Archuleta says he’s not going to be one of them. Archuleta would rather focus on his music career than follow in the footsteps of Broadway bound Idols like Clay Aiken or Fantasia Barrino, he exclusively told PopEater.
David Archuleta’s Hard Rock Cafe Show

Despite his quick breather in New York, he is already planning for the next step in his career. “We are working on my own tour… I’m excited about it because we did the ‘American Idol’ tour but it was not my own thing. It will be really exciting to see how that all goes,” Archuleta said. While no dates have been released, he promises fans that they won’t be disappointed…”

Source: http://www.popeater.com/music/article/david-archuleta-isnt-ready-for-broadway/304393

I am sitting here thinking how jealous I am because I know that somehow you guys will make the private concert happen and here I am in Northern Calif. (and I know I could never talk my husband into a NY trip “just” to see David.. Anyway, what a great idea and Rascal, thank you so much for giviing me so much fun every day lurking!

Please COUNT ME IN as well as my good friend, BLISKASDEN if there is a concert or get together. I have yet to hear or see David sing LIVE and am dying too! Hope it will be in NYC. Love all the videos at the Hard Rock – his concern for a fan in the audience during A Thousand Miles was PRECIOUS, the foot pedal – the dance moves – OMG! please do more of those!!!!

Tour tidbit from FOD (confirming Ninaf’s & Happy’s ace reporting!):

There are a lot of rumors flying around regarding David’s solo tour! Decisions are still being made, but one likely scenario is a stripped-down version in comparison to the full-band crew of the Jingle Balls, which cost up to $100,000 per month. We may see David accompanying himself on the keyboard and possibly the guitar. David will likely be performing in a variety of different-sized venues.

As far as single releases go, FOD reported several weeks ago that the bonus songs Somebody Out There and Works For Me will indeed become available on iTunes soon.

I feel like I’m a family member who has not kept personally in touch with everyone. I have been “lurking” since May and now want to come fully “home”. Although I don’t like calling it lurking cause it sounds creepy to me, I would like to join in the conversation. As I read your comments daily, I have replied to all of you with my words, tears and belly laughs but now I will let my fingers do the talking. I share the deep love for DA that all of you do. It can’t be explained by my words but I feel it, oh boy do I feel it. He grabbed me at Heaven and hasn’t let go. I’m a lifer! I don’t have any support on the home front for my ODD so Rascal’s place is a sanctuary. The possibility that we can put together a private concert is exciting to say the least. Even the thought of it gives me an extra bounce in my step today, and my cheeks are starting to hurt cause I can’t stop thinking how awesome that would be. If it’s not possible, I will settle for the ND family to
meet in NYC. So, hello everyone. My name is mommuzboys (cause I have 4 of ‘em) and I’m addicted to David James Archuleta

TOfan – Does my computer have a hidden camera?
Desperately needed the pick-me-up (current project is a snoozer) and pointer finger still too sore to resume scrolling….

It’s so fun to hear the voices of all the “lurkers” (sorry mommuzboys) – I have often wondered how many are reading daily and not posting. Many wonderful ‘David lovers’. Nothing like a special ‘gathering’ to push people a little out of their comfort zone. Welcome all!

new post from Rascal

TOfan….

“We may see David accompanying himself on the keyboard and possibly the guitar. David will likely be performing in a variety of different-sized venues”.

It would be soooo cool to see David in a pub-like setting, accompanying himself…I would LOVE that!
Or in a small theatre-like venue..
David wants to be a serious singer-songwriter..what better place to showcase not only his vocals, but his compositions..I kinda have the feeling he’s got songs he hasn’t yet shared. And what better place to sing SOT up close & personal! For his adult fans who are so hungry for David to sing FOR THEM..There will be plenty of time for larger, arena type venues for the screamers ( I know, I’m one of em’ )..but in a small venue, I think I would feel like I died & went to heaven listening to THE VOICE..

Could it really be true? What am I saying?? If FOD is saying this..then it must be!!

mom#205-Love your post and could not agree more.
SF- Let’s bring David to the Palace here in Louisville!

# 195 JR4DA

You’re right! Someone has to think of us international fans. But you’re too humble. I want live streaming. Won’t settle for less!

* pouting and sulking*