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May 6, 2009 | 2:44 am
Adam Lambert dubbed ‘a rock god’ on Idol
Posted by Danielle Berrin
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“Adam’s got pipes, you know?” mused the former Guns-n-Roses lead guitarist, Slash, on tonight’s American Idol.
Still every bit the rock star, with long curly hair and dark aviators, you get the feeling Slash is hard to please. “He’s got so much range and it comes so easy—it’s like effortless,” he gushed about Lambert.
Slash’s assessment is part of a growing chorus of Lambert fanatics who believe that the 26-year-old singing sensation is on the path to becoming a huge star.
Moments before he was to perform in this week’s American Idol rock-themed show, Lambert said, “This is by far my favorite of all the theme weeks and I want to go out there and kill it!”
Tackling one of the most legendary rock-and-roll songs of all time, Lambert claimed Led Zeppelin’s “Whole Lotta Love” as his own, bursting with gravelly notes that peaked and soared and mystified Idol’s judges. All four of them.
“You’re a rock god!” bawled Kara DioGuardi who used the opportunity to suggest Lambert cut a record of either 70s classic rock or 80s glam rock. (No pressure, though.)
“How can you improve a Zeppelin song?” Paula Abdul wondered. “I say you were a ‘whole lotta perfect.’”
Even Simon Cowell, whose cartoonish disparagements are both beloved and reviled by Idol’s audience, had no ill critique for Lambert.
“I thought the performance was a little understated,” Cowell joked. “The only problem is, nobody can top that now.”
When Lambert sang, his eyes squinted with that rock-star faux sexual cunning, his expression recalled a talent worthy of Streisand.
But some say, Lambert doesn’t represent the rags-to-riches dream that makes an Idol winner so compelling.
Richard Rushfield writes in today’s L.A. Times:
One friend, TR, put the Lambert question like this: Forget about the personal-life talk or the edgy style. “American Idol” always has been about the dream of lifting a person from humble origins – a waitress, a bar singer – and bestowing upon him or her the greatest mantle in our civilization: fame and stardom.
Whatever you say about Adam, he clearly is not from humble, out-of-the-limelight origins. Lambert gives the impression of having gravitated toward the lights of Hollywood since before he could walk. As far as this blog is concerned, that is fine. We have long advocated letting professionals, semipros, rock legends, whomever in to try their luck at earning the “Idol” crown – knowing that if they fell short they lost all. But the question remains, will America be willing to let go of that rags-to-riches narrative? All previous Idols have in their way paid homage to that legend. Can Adam Lambert break through the bias against Hollywood?
It’s worthy speculation but whenever politics get in way, I think of what Simon Cowell always says, “‘American Idol’ is a singing competition.” May the best singer win.
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I wasn’t able to see or hear “The Prayer” of Kol Nidre that he did, but I did see and hear him for the first time tonight. He was awesome, he totally knocked it out of the park. The others were hard-pressed to match him. I did think the last solo guy who did an Aerosmith song, I thought he was very good. The judges though weren’t too impressed with him.
Adam Lambert, to put it simply, is just unbelievable. I’ve never seen a great singer as versatile as he is and I am not surprised at all why he is being hailed the best ever finalist in the entire history of American Idol. Even past winners will look amateurish if they have to compete head-to-head with Adam Lambert right now. And fact is, he will be the 21st century music icon.
I can’t blame the producers for putting him on the first slot as they have probably received some complaints why Adam is always given the pimp shot. But jeez, the rest of the performances except for the final one obviously pale in comparison. Now, I am sure other finalists would not complain if Adam once again is given the pimp shot. In this manner, the performance night would be more interesting to watch.
Nice try, The Levite Line. Stop pretending you don’t know Gokey and for you to believe that he performed well last night, you are not just kidding the whole world but lying greatly to yourself.
Hahahahahahaha!!! Hihihihihihihi!!! Hohohohohohoho!!! We were all dying of laughter at horrible Gokey!!! He was trying to clone Adam as he himself said he’s been learning from the performance of some one he didn’t want to name. Everyone already has a clue who.
And last night he confirmed it and trying so hard: from looking and following the camera, to the swagger in the stage, to the conducting the band, trying to thank the band (with hand gestures when Ryan was talking with him and Kris) and the almost kneeling & mimicking the signature “passaggio” of Adam.
But OMG! What HORROR!!! What a DISASTER!!! He totally completely failed miserably! It’s the scream from Silence of the Lamb! We could not stop laughing. Hahahahahahaha!!! Hihihihihihihi!!! Hohohohohohoho!!!
Stay true to yourself Gokey. Don’t trespass where you know it’s not your turf. You believe in yourself too much you can do an Adam all the way. Know who you really are. Don’t be a FAKE.
It shows your arrogance and insincerity. But thank you for giving us reasons to have a good laugh!!!
It’s historic as the WORST final note on AI all 8 seasons!!!
By GOKEY! A poor classless Adam imitator. See how Kara tried so hard to keep herself from bursting out laughing!
That last note gokey hit could be considered a weapon of mass destruction. I urge the government to declare war!!! OMG! Sooooo bad!
Worse for him, since we went last that was on his highlight reel for his performance! Wow. Honestly, I 100% agree with Eve. Worst single note in 8 seasons!
The final note in that Aerosmith song when sung by the original singer from Aerosmith (another name I know I should know)has that same gravelly sound that Gokey mimicked. Yes it sounds off and that is how it was recorded in the original. Gokey I thought captured that similar sound, I cannot believe no one either knows this or is willing to state this and give him credit, except me.
As for my pretending to not know Gokey. I believe I stated that this was the first time I had watched American Idol all season. Is that so hard to believe? If so, then there’s nothing else to say. I actually have other interests and concerns besides American Idol or any other TV show.
Another great story well written by Danielle Berrin. I can’t wait to read more of her articles.
Keep up the good work !
Please go to youtube.com and type “Adam Lambert Brigadoon Come to Me”.
It’s awesome. The beauty and clarity of his voice. The breath control.
P.S. Danielle, I just discovered your blog a few days ago. I like it!
I can’t even express my ecstasy, I don’t know if someone can surpass him in singing this -one of the greatest rock songs ever! You may believe me or not, but his performance made me rushing to take my guitar and download the lessons! Adam Lambert gave “Whole Lotta Love” every inch of his talent and love! Great done!