Rainbows are one of the most beautiful spectacles nature has
to offer and each observer sees a different rainbow, they inspire countless
fairy tales, songs and legends.A
rainbow is regarded as lucky, a symbol of peace, and on occasion for making
wishes, it is sometimes said to mean good news coming.
Rainbows look like pure magic, breath taking to behold and
David Archuleta’s new video Rainbow is no exception.It has me smiling from ear to ear.David’s voice is silky smooth, addicting and
has an appeal that explodes your heart with his sizzling hot voice. Drink in
the screen shots they will give your heart a flutter.Note to self…get a bigger computer screen.
Technology is a wonderful thing; multiple split screens,
fast fade ins and outs.Found is
difficult to stop and write a review I couldn’t keep my finger of the repeat
play button.David steals your heart
with flirty dance moves and a melody that’s upbeat and exciting.
David raises temperatures in his hot new video with smoking
good looks.It offers fans another look
at what David has in store for us in the future.We can all swoon now.He is suave, cool, elegant, playful, and that
twinkle of cheekiness in the eye gives us all kinds of sexy within this giant
video of gorgeousness.
I am at a loss for words, he’s full of emotion, eyes full of
promise, video was beautifully crafted, the song beautifully sang.Women and girls will melt in a collective
puddle, smitten by the sound of his voice.This video will win many hearts.
He has something truly special to give to his fans; this
goes above the typical attributes like his talent, songs, voice or even his
looks, sound and image. There is something truly infectious at the core of him
that simply makes us feel good when we listen to him; it makes us dream a
little.
This video is clearly marketed for those who like a dare I
say a sexy David with a mystique. He hits the mark remarkable well just being
who he is and let me say this is one of the hottest videos David has given us
so far.
A rainbow’s beauty simply says that even after the roughest
storm things will get better.Beauty
will appear in a person’s life again. Rainbows are not just colors in the sky
they are promises for your heart.
David loves creating and sharing good music.He is passionate and improves our quality of
life through songs.Thank you for
sharing your gifts of time and talent.
Gift David’s Forevermore Expanded Edition this Holiday
Season!
We have to show our love from a distance but no distance is too far, no time is too long…..to celebrate our love for David Archuleta.
Never in a million years did I think I’d meet someone so utterly and completely perfect, someone who would make me happier than I ever dreamed I could be, someone that would touch my life so profoundly and just give me a whole new reason to breathe.
My Christmas memories of him are like snowflakes each one beautiful, unique and gone too soon.His Christmas tours were nights of songs wrapped in a blanket; it warmed all hearts and filled them with melody that would last forever.
The power of his voice is beyond description.His music never ceases to open my heart.His songs are a way of caressing people with his voice and I am missing his presence this holiday season.
David’s music is so spiritual that it easily becomes a part of our celebration of the Christmas spirit. Christmas means a joyful time of the year and will always be a time to reflect on Jesus. It means giving happiness to others and allowing happiness to be given to you.
Let’s close our eyes and listen for the bells, imagine the snow falling softly in the glow of the evening and David voice taking us on a journey. You’ve arrived at a place somewhere between your heart and soul; it is the world of David’s rich musical gifts of Christmas songs.
Sometimes all we need is a little inspiration and motivation in our lives, his music can open your eyes, make you think deeply, energize you, and encourage you to face another day.It can bring comfort just knowing that he understands where you are and how you feel. With music he is serving others with a loving heart.
His music is echoed in our daily lives as an instrument of God’s love, if you ever want to get anybody in touch with God, have David sing to them.
David is using all his gifts and talent concurrently, to touch and reach out and serve those on his mission, and ultimately work on his personal relationship with the Lord.
His music is enjoyable and real, personal and heart touching and will be a source of encouragement to all who hear him.David is an extraordinary and gifted musician, but more than that, he is centered, sharing the love of the Lord in all he say and does.
This Holiday Season an Angel will sing, a star, a radiant light will still surround me with all his “ooh’s and aah’s; I will play his music he gave from his heart.
So my message to David this Christmas year is…….Even though we’re miles apart, Christmas Magic is in my heart.You have to know you’ve given me the gift I most adore, the many memories I have of yore.
The “Little Drummer Boy” originally known as “Carol of the
Drums” was written by the American Classical music composer and teacher
Katherine K. Davis in 1941. It was
recorded in 1955 and further popularized by a 1958 recording by the Harry S.
Simeone Chorale, arranged by Henry Onorati and Harry Simeone. It’s been a perennial holiday favorite ever
since then.
The
singers lyrics relates how, as a poor young boy, he was summoned by the Magi to the nativity where, without a gift for
the baby Jesus, he played his drum with the Virgin Mary’s approval,
remembering, “I played my best for Him” and “He smiled at me”.
David’s take on “Little Drummer Boy” was an ambitious choice considering
many had already laid down a definitive version of the song. So what did David bring to the table, restraint
for one thing, maintaining the traditional feel of the original standard that
we’ve grown to love?
A beautiful voice packed with
emotion, soul and vulnerability, poignant.
The music is kept in a traditional style, but David’s performance was
quite spirited and lively.
David puts his own original spin on
everything he does. His 2011 Christmas
Tour version features lots of drums and lots of interesting vocal nuances to
make you truly appreciate his need to be original. It’s an unexpected yet amazing match that
catches you off guard.
Music producer, Dapo Torimiro
released a Christmas album called Dapo & Friends Christmas Volume 1. He collaborated with a lot of amazing artists
remaking many of the Christmas classics.
One of them was David Archuleta with their version of “Little Drummer
Boy”. It is deeply affecting and touching.
We all love singing the Christmas
Carol “The Little Drummer Boy”, a beautiful song lyrically and melodically. Our hearts swell as the poor boy offers his
best, meager gift to the Baby in the manger, and we smile in joy as the infant
Lord graciously smiles His Thanks.
The unmatched phenomenal voice of
David so beautiful and controlled, mellow and mature sends chills down my
spine. Such a humble entertainer, such
an overwhelming talent!
You are guaranteed a satisfying, meaningful, and somewhat nostalgic
Christmas Music that even your boy band listening kids will love.
God only made so many perfect
singing voices and David Archuleta surely got one of them.
http://youtu.be/Nh69_q0U7Ag
Rosanne Simunovic's Recollections
I must share a very cute story involving my 16-month-old grandson and David's performance of "The Little Drummer Boy".
Back
in December 2011, my grandson, who was 10-months-old at the time, was
mastering the art of standing and walking through the support of
furniture located around the house. He couldn't quite get there on his
own but, daily, his little legs were getting stronger and stronger.
Then
one afternoon, I decided to play David's video performance of "The
Little Drummer Boy" on my IPad. Well, to say that my grandson was
mesmerized by David's voice would be an understatement.
He
intently watched David as he sang through the first three verses with
his signature style - passionately communicating the music and lyrics in
own special way. It was a special moment between Grandson and
Grandmother.
But then something truly exciting happened. When
both the percussive background and David's inner rockstar started to
kick into high gear, my grandson became incredibly excited. He left my
side, went to the middle of the floor and started to bend and stand to
the rhythm of the music. And wouldn't stop to come up for air! It was
one of those "oh my goodness" moments! Where did this come from?
Here
he was - bending and standing on his own, spurred on by the intense
passion and drive in David's voice. And he matched the rhythmic tempo as
well. I just couldn't get over it!
This scene was re-enacted
all afternoon, becoming stronger by the minute. And, because he heard me
say "You did it, Yay!" each time he showcased his new developmental
trick, he decided to speak those words as well. Speaking and standing
at the same time? The miracle of David's voice? I like to think so.
There is no other explanation for this metamorphosis.
When his
parents returned from work that evening, they were treated to quite a
spectacle. It was an early Christmas gift, thanks to David and his
innate ability to inspire and motivate!
David's performance of this
song was absolutely brilliant. How he came up with this unique concept
for this song is inexplicable and testament to the depth and maturity of
David's musical gifts.
It has to be one of my favorite
Christmas performances by David. My hope is that it will find its way
on to a recording at some point in time. I feel that it is destined to
be a classic - timeless and true, like its vocal artist - David James
Archuleta.
"Bravo
David and thank you for helping my grandson (whose middle name is David
- another great coincidence)- move closer to the walking stage before
he hit the 1-year-old mark! Hopefully, this indicates that my grandson has somehow inherited your love and passion for music. One can only dream!
This song will always have a place in my heart after watching
David Archuleta perform this beautiful Cuban ballad written in 1946 by Filin
songwriter, Cesar Pertillo de la Luz. The lyrics seemed to be written with
David and his heartfelt emotions in mind. “Nothing can console me if you’re not
here too”……those lyrics were felt in my heart.
His interpretation was so great a translation into English wasn’t even
necessary to understand its meaning.
Filin is a way to sing or rather a song with feeling. Cesar Portillo de la Luz once remarked: Every
way capable of communicating something is a good way of singing. Filin is sung with the heart and above all
with honesty. David Archuleta was asked
to sing this song for his Year in Music Alma Award and it was the perfect match
of beauty and artistry.
Luis Miguel and Christina Aguilera have had great success
with their versions, but I feel David’s rendition gave us the greatest amount
of emotions and feelings of love within the lyrics.
Looking back to my previous article on voices.yahoo.com –
Positive Career Performances, I stated:
If there were any
events that moved David’s career closer to stardom it would have to be at the
Alma Awards in September 2009, singing Contigo de la Distancia. He definitely rose to the occasion and raised
the bar higher for all other entertainers that evening and in the future.
For 3 minutes and 41
seconds I floated through his song hoping it would never end. My eyes tearing watching this young singer
bring brilliance to the TV Screen. My
thoughts quickly went to his mother sitting in the audience. How beamingly proud she must feel at that
moment watching her son tenderly caress the American public with his artistry
.
David’s effortless vocal talent captures the mood for love
in perfect style with feeling and incredible passion. He casts a spell on his audiences with his
beautiful voice. How can we possibly put
into words the way in which he makes us feel when he sings? There is something about his voice that opens
our hearts and transports us to another place.
It was his first time singing in Spanish on television, and
with only a guitar player, David Thomas Hopkins, and his vocals, he mesmerized
the audience. His performance was
flawless and he received a standing ovation
.
Note: David
won the Year in Music ALMA Award – NCLA – National Council of La Raza’s New
Artist Award – The National Council of La Raza (NCLR) is a non-profit and
non-partisan advocacy group in the United States, focused on improving
opportunities for Hispanics.
" ......I have received numerous emails about David
Archuleta’s outstanding and inspiring performance of ” Contigo En La Distancia”
(With You While You Are Away) at the 2009 ALMA Awards.
Let me just say that, if you have not seen or heard David’s Spanish number, you
are in for a very memorable musical treat. David’s artistry continues to enfold
and soars to remarkable heights during the performance of this song.
Oftentimes, the refinement of his technical skills astounds me – he never veers
from the proper technical approach in his singing style. Yet, at the same time,
his voice sounds fluid, relaxed, liberated and soulful.
His Spanish pronunciation is exquisite and meaningful. He feels every word,
every nuance and this is the key to David Archuleta’s musical gifts. He is a
vocal narrator of the highest order and makes absolutely certain that his
musical heart and passion reaches the center of our soul.
And, did you notice the depth of his lower range at the beginning of the main
section of the song, as he sang the words “No hay bella melodia”? The
rich timbre of his baritone voice has definitely increased in volume – just
gorgeous. This will continue to grow and flourish with each passing year.
In closing, the strong visual and aural presentation of this song was
extraordinary.
And, almost two years later, this song still casts a spell over my heart. The
manner in which he embraces every word, pacing his delivery with exquisite
taste and nuance, is a Masterclass lesson for all to behold.
I have always been such a huge fan of Latino music. I am Italian by heritage
and the languages are so close and the cultures almost identical.
Therefore, to hear such a young artist perform this beautiful Spanish ballad
with impeccable taste and refinement was a very special experience for me, one
that I could truly savor and appreciate. It is a singer's language, for,
even spoken, the language has a singable quality that lends itself naturally to
a beautiful melodic line.
David clearly deserved his ALMA award - his talent is extraordinary and his
passion and gift for music unparalleled.
In his pre American Idol days David Archuleta was a young
artist very involved in music and recorded two songs written with Merrick
Christensen a young man the same age as David.Both songs “Angels in The Alleyway” and The Most Beautiful Part About
This Is” reflected personal and family struggles Merrick had, and with his fears
of letting himself and God down.
The songs gave Merrick faith, inspiration and hope as he
turned to God and realized his support was present.By David recording these songs with him it
has had an incredible impact on him and his family’s life.
Music can reflect our actions and give us guidance,
direction and carry messages of inspiration.Faith is built and strengthens by songs of many artists today one of
which is David Archuleta. Many songs are filled with messages about appropriate
and inappropriate attitudes and actions toward morality.
No matter how much music may be different in various
cultures, it seems that music serves a general common purpose; to bring people
together.David leaves a resonating
sound for all listeners and illuminates passion for meaningful music.
David’s creative interpretations of touching songs give way
to his productive future and his dedication to poignant melody’s will continue
to give listeners the promise of a devoted singer in the music industry.
A struggle for power in the music industry causes conflict
when many artists leave their music label in order to attain greater artistic
freedom or better contracts.The
industry and producers have the ability to control messages, influence lyrics,
build specific fan bases and promote artists most likely to make money leaving
less desirable but sometimes more talented artists in the shadows.
Radio play is essential and much more effective at selling
music than print reviews.David could
certainly use more radio play; his talent deserves more attention.
So the question as to labels for David on his return, very
well may depend on his choice of the direction he wishes to take his music and
if he feels a need to compromise his values.Falling into that well of dark discussions and decisions doesn’t seem to
be in his character.There will be
choices for David and many of them I have no doubt, and upon his return a more
life experienced and mature young man will find a place for his music.
No one knows the rhythm of our hearts better than David
Archuleta and the following two songs proved that at his early age music was
food for his soul, and as it turned out he is food for our soul.
“Works
for Me” is a song released on David’s self-titled album through
Wal-Mart as a Bonus Track back in November 2008. This song represents
David’s self- image, a time in his life when he felt indecisive and had
to deal with certain challenges. He co-wrote this song with Daniel
Bedingfield and Toby Lightman.
A call from Daniel Bedingfield to
Toby Lightman asking her to come and write with them early one morning
back in 2008 started their creative process.
With David barely
awake, Daniel downing Chai lattes and Toby with guitar in hand the
basics of a song were started but not finished. A call from Sony a
month later requesting them to finish the song required them to fly to
Tulsa, Oklahoma, David’s last stop on his American Idol Tour. And as
they say history was made or at least “Works for Me.”
Challenges
sometimes create change and with that make life unpredictable.
Everything we do is filled with possibilities of change when we least
expect it. It is what we do with those moments that count in the end.
Some of the lyrics in the Bridge say, “There were days when a song could
not be found, There were days when my voice would make no sound for
me”.
And in the chorus he wrote, “And I know you’re just trying
to help me out Thanks, but I’ll follow my heart instead”. It seems
David is still following his heart.
This song illustrates a
melody and dynamics that make David shine. It allows him to experiment
with his amazing voice. Every sound and layer is put exactly where it
needs to be. The up-tempo and easy chorus has you singing along in no
time.
He tells a story with his songs and voice and that “Works for Me.”
As
I write this article on "Works For Me", I must confess that this is the
first time I actually heard this terrific song. It was Pamela Pike who
suggested this song for review in this David Archuleta Retrospective
Series.
Well, what took me so long? I love everything about this
number - the catchy rhythmic structure, the contagious melody, the
luscious harmonies supplied by David and, of course, the seamless and
transparent vocal delivery by David on the solo line.
Once
again, David highlighted the easy accessibility of his ringing head
voice during the repetitious line: "work out just fine". His voice
sounds so liberated, so flexible and he manages to carry this head voice
element throughout his range.
As a result, David's voice always
sounds clear and centered. David never over sings - he sings
tastefully, calling on the emotion to dictate how he will phrase his
music. There is nothing contrived in this song - just pure, joyous
singing, plain and simple.
The simulation of the finger snapping
at the beginning of the song set the mood so perfectly. It not only
reinforced the catchiness of the tune itself but also reminded us not to
take life so seriously. It's a journey and there will be smooth roads
and rocky ones.
Once again, this song is a strong testament to
David's positive, yet ever-evolving nature and his ability to trust in
something or someone more powerful than himself.
Trees have traditionally been planted in many cultures in honor of an accomplishment or an important rite of passage.They can symbolize an effective visual reminder of your goals and help you fulfill dreams and visions for life.
The Oak tree’s symbolism is strength and courage, the Willow includes magic, inner vision and dreams and the Pine tree includes creativity, life, and longevity while the Elm tree symbolizes strength of will and intuition.These all seem to represent David’s paragons of virtue.
Back in December 2008 just before his 18th birthday, his service project to help complete his Eagle Scout requirements consisted of planting 180 trees and shrubs in a community park.An Eagle Scout is one who has taken the Scout Oath and Law, to which he has promised to do his best to do his duty, first to God and his Country, second, to other people, by helping them at all times and third, to himself, by keeping himself physically strong, mentally awake, and morally straight character.
David’s mission for his church just seems to be a continuation of his growth of character and his natural progression of life’s evolving changes in goals. David takes ownership in goals established around his interests and desires and is grounded in his family’s shared values.Reality dictates that as David makes changes in his life so must we.
Sometimes we often find ourselves in situations that no longer satisfy who we are or want to be.We’re grateful for the path we’ve taken; we just reached a point when it’s time to make a change.
As we pull back from twitter, blogging or Facebook and take challenge in our own goals and family obligations we shouldn’t feel less loyalty to David. His soul is connected to ours and grows with each moment we share his journey.
We put so much time and energy into his career we feel he is an extension of us.Our pride shows if he does well, then we have done well, by choosing to support him.We need to remember that our goals may not be the same as his and like a parent we want to support and protect but we need to give him space and the opportunity and the right to decide his future.
David loves making music and he loves being able to give the gift of music to others. He will never lose his love for music and will certainly be ready after his mission to resume a career.David Archuleta inspires a level of devotion in his biggest fans that can rival most artists.His devoted fans will flock wherever he may land.
As a devoted supporter of David Archuleta this blog site will remain active until he returns from his mission.MasterclassLady and I have committed to posting our Retrospective Series the first Friday of each month and will continue through April 2014.
As we all make changes in our lives and become involved with charities, family obligations, friends, and traveling my heart will hold open the music of David Archuleta and keep promoting what he holds dear……..inspiring and connecting people through his music.
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