Bad Don/Good Stevie Review

[amber]

Originally Posted by dissention

Are these performances any different from ones he's given in the past? Not that I can really tell, he's always been a bit boring and reserved. Is he supposed to introduce Miss Thing every time she comes onstage, even though she quite obviously shares half of the bloody bill and her presence is no shocker? I think not, but I suppose it's up to interpretation. Was he snubbing her by not holding her hand at this one show? Pfffft, I highly doubt it. Is it just speculation that he's jealous? Yes, it is. This is the guy that performs at her benefit concerts and invites her to perform at his benefit concerts. He's made surprise appearances at her solo shows over the years and the two seem to be truly good friends (why, I'll never know, especially after that GQ article; Miss Thing must be a very forgiving person). I highly, highly doubt that he's brimming with jealously of her on this current ten-date tour, but that's just me.

Whatever, it still doesn't mean he's not jealous. He may not be. But, I don't think it's outside the realm of possiblity. And, certainly the tone of your post was very ridiculously over the top about people's comments about Don's performances.
Good Day.

[dissention]

Originally Posted by amber

And, certainly the tone of your post was very ridiculously over the top about people's comments about Don's performances.

Oh well. I find the speculation that he'll kick her from singing his songs to be even more over the top, but that's just me.

[Serrart]

I don't think Lindsey or Don are jealous, but if you have a rock 'n roll icon in her full splendor it's difficult for anybody to compete. In Lindsey's case she tries to hold back to let him more space and that's a pity. He's a grown up and doesn't need anybody to look after him, I think. With Don she seems more relaxed, there isn't that kind of full tension dynamic, that's exciting, but has to be also quite difficult to manage, sometimes.

Romy

[dissention]

Originally Posted by strandinthewind

I have to say I agree. I like some of his music, but I think Don is boring stage performer as I have seen him before

He is soooooooo dull. His voice gives me a headache, but it's quickly soothed once I fall asleep from seeing him perform.

[glitter_fades]

Originally Posted by dissention

Oh well. I find the speculation that he'll kick her from singing his songs to be even more over the top, but that's just me.

Everyone's jealous of Stevie. Don't you know that? Oops! I forgot. That's why you're always raggin' on her. JEALOUS!!!!!!!!!!!

[dissention]

Originally Posted by Serrart

I don't think Lindsey or Don are jealous, but if you have a rock 'n roll icon in her full splendor it's difficult for anybody to compete. In Lindsey's case she tries to hold back to let him more space and that's a pity. He's a grown up and doesn't need anybody to look after him, I think. With Don she seems more relaxed, there isn't that kind of full tension dynamic, that's exciting, but has to be also quite difficult to manage, sometimes.

Romy

I think a lot of what people are seeing as "jealousy" on this Don-Stevie tour is more nervousness than anything else. Neither of them have done this before with each other, so it must be kind of rough when you start out, not having established much of a chemistry or knowing what will make it seem like you're stepping on the other performer's shoes.

[dissention]

Originally Posted by glitter_fades

Everyone's jealous of Stevie. Don't you know that? Oops! I forgot. That's why you're always raggin' on her. JEALOUS!!!!!!!!!!!

Sshhh, I told you that in private. Talk about airing some dirty laundry...

[amber]

Originally Posted by glitter_fades

Everyone's jealous of Stevie. Don't you know that? Oops! I forgot. That's why you're always raggin' on her. JEALOUS!!!!!!!!!!!

Um, not to be rude, but Lindsey very obviously was jealous of her at some points. I'm not saying he should've been, but he was. But, I know you will ignore any evidence that shows that, so, have fun.

[Johnny Stew]

Originally Posted by glitter_fades

Everyone's jealous of Stevie. Don't you know that? Oops! I forgot. That's why you're always raggin' on her. JEALOUS!!!!!!!!!!!

There's gotta be some reason an adult would spend the majority of their free-time tearing apart someone they've never met, no?

[Serrart]

Originally Posted by dissention

I think a lot of what people are seeing as "jealousy" on this Don-Stevie tour is more nervousness than anything else. Neither of them have done this before with each other, so it must be kind of rough when you start out, not having established much of a chemistry or knowing what will make it seem like you're stepping on the other performer's shoes.

I agree, and honestly I think it's already going pretty well. They're very different as performers but the contrast could fill the stage in a very appealing way. Don just has to loosen up a bit.

Romy

[glitter_fades]

Originally Posted by dissention

I think a lot of what people are seeing as "jealousy" on this Don-Stevie tour is more nervousness than anything else. Neither of them have done this before with each other, so it must be kind of rough when you start out, not having established much of a chemistry or knowing what will make it seem like you're stepping on the other performer's shoes.

People always mention "jealousy" when talking about Stevie's friction with some of the men she's performed with. Ok, so some of her male counterparts don't always fawn over her the way she or her fans would like. When anyone comes off as less than enthused around her, why do her fans immediately assume friction or indifference with another performer to be due to their burning jealousy of her talent or popularity? I'm not saying it isn't so. Couldn't be because she's always saying or implying others are jealous of her emense talent and star power? Nah. Stevie isn't presumptuous to think or imply such a thing. She's too gracious a person to ever do that.

[glitter_fades]

Originally Posted by amber

Um, not to be rude, but Lindsey very obviously was jealous of her at some points. I'm not saying he should've been, but he was. But, I know you will ignore any evidence that shows that, so, have fun.

I would never say he wasn't jealous. I think we might have a different opinion on the nature of his jealousy, but I would not argue he wasn't or isn't jealous. Why are you saying I'd ignore any evidence of that? Do I have to start calling you, Jason ?

Sheesh! Now I have two people speaking for me about what my opinions are.

[HenleyFan]

So....Don is jealous because there is a stipulation that photographers are not allowed to take photos of the 2 of them on stage? Now I think I have heard it all

It's much more likely that Don (I can't speak about Stevie...I don't follow her) doesn't want photographic fodder for tabloid magazines out there. Imagine a photo of them slow-dancing and the headline that would appear in the STAR.

Don is an incredibly giving and humble guy. While he does stand up for himself when the occaision warrents it, it's nearly impossible to hear him muttering...

Must....control...photographers....Stevie.....looks....good.....

in a manaical way.

Apparently, Don has been incredibly gracious already...allowing Stevie her choice of performance order and other things she's asked for. That doesn't sound like someone acting out of jealousy.

Just the two cents from this side of things.

L&M
www.eaglesfans.com

[amber]

Originally Posted by glitter_fades

People always mention "jealousy" when talking about Stevie's friction with some of the men she's performed with. Ok, so some of her male counterparts don't always fawn over her the way she or her fans would like. When anyone comes off as less than enthused around her, why do her fans immediately assume friction or indifference with another performer to be due to their burning jealousy of her talent or popularity? I'm not saying it isn't so. Couldn't be because she's always saying or implying others are jealous of her emense talent and star power? Nah. Stevie isn't presumptuous to think or imply such a thing. She's too gracious a person to ever do that.

what are you even talking about? That whole post was very ....baseless? Empty? to me...
Are you saying Stevie is going around implying everyone is jealous of her? I haven't really heard her say that, except for a few stories that have been related about Lindsey's behavior a few times over the years. And friction may imply jealousy. I think most of whoever Stevie worked with were not jealous of her, but I think some people were. Maybe not constantly, but definitely jealous, none the less. But, whatever, maybe someone who agrees with you will understand your post better?

[Serrart]

Originally Posted by glitter_fades

People always mention "jealousy" when talking about Stevie's friction with some of the men she's performed with. Ok, so some of her male counterparts don't always fawn over her the way she or her fans would like. When anyone comes off as less than enthused around her, why do her fans immediately assume friction or indifference with another performer to be due to their burning jealousy of her talent or popularity? I'm not saying it isn't so. Couldn't be because she's always saying or implying others are jealous of her emense talent and star power? Nah. Stevie isn't presumptuous to think or imply such a thing. She's too gracious a person to ever do that.

Has it necessary to be a guilt fest? By the way, besides the words, the suspects, the existing or non-existing hidden jealousies, the "what if's.. ", ''he/she should..." only the stage gives the measure of an unforgettable performer and that's what the public remembers, looks for and respects.

Romy