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[HejiraNYC]

I will never understand the schism that exists between Stevie's concert voice and her voice on television- totally different. From what I can tell, there was not even the slightest hint of that hoarseness you could hear on "Up All Night" or even in that snippet of "The Rose." She sounded really good and did not appear to be straining to hit any notes; however, she did "go lower" in several spots.

Ironically she mentioned at one point that she had lost her voice during rehearsals and that she would just come in and watch the band rehearse without singing. I think this just adds to that cathartic moment she had at the end; she was relieved that she could still do this. She wasn't just on the verge of crying; she was pretty much bawling. Poor thing.

Although she sounded great, it looks like she slowed down considerably from last year's tour. Stiff. I am not sure if maybe it was the stifling humidity or whether her back was bothering her. Or maybe it's the fact that she hasn't given a concert in seven months.

BTW, that's Brett Tuggle, not Scott Plunket. And, yes, the stage arrangement was changed drastically with just Stevie, Waddy, Jimmy and the girls remaining in their former places. It doesn't seem right to me since stage left (Lori's side) is jam packed, but stage right is almost empty. It made more sense to have Darrell and Al at stage right. Also, there is no percussionist, which honestly makes everything sound a bit more "raw" if that makes any sense. It's definitely noticeable during "Edge."

[UnwindedDreams]

The blue shirt towards the right in the picture has her wearing the white/cream dress from secret love video. the one to the right of that looks to be her walking through the forrest in moonlight video. i guess there's only 1 shirt with tour cities

[MikeInNV]

Originally Posted by HejiraNYC

I will never understand the schism that exists between Stevie's concert voice and her voice on television- totally different.

That's been baffling me since 1983.

[WildHearted]

Originally Posted by HejiraNYC

I will never understand the schism that exists between Stevie's concert voice and her voice on television- totally different. From what I can tell, there was not even the slightest hint of that hoarseness you could hear on "Up All Night" or even in that snippet of "The Rose." She sounded really good and did not appear to be straining to hit any notes; however, she did "go lower" in several spots.

Well on television, what you're hearing is recorded straight from the mic at her mouth. At a concert, you're hearing her voice echoing through speakers into an ampitheatre.

And then also the fact that she's probably more comfortable at her own concerts than she is at other events...

[jkmaletic]

Originally Posted by MikeInNV

That's been baffling me since 1983.

She always said doing TV/Filmed events made her nervous. Must be that?

Thanks to all who posted details of last night's show. Sounds like it was great overall. I was worried how she'd sound after first hearing she had lost her voice days before.
Touching but understandable how she was crying at the closure of the show. Being it her first tour date after her Mom passed, I'm sure it was hard for her. Good to know that the fans aided a little in her healing process.

Good job guys!

Jamie

[michelej1]

Originally Posted by WildHearted

That picture doesn't look like Stevie OR her mom... but if it has to be one of them, I'm putting my money on Stevie's mom.

Yes, that mouth just doesn't look like Stevie to me. Michele

[michelej1]

Originally Posted by HejiraNYC

It made more sense to have Darrell and Al at stage right. Also, there is no percussionist, which honestly makes everything sound a bit more "raw" if that makes any sense. It's definitely noticeable during "Edge."

This is hard to imagine. I'm sure if I hear it it would sound just fine, but imagining it sounds empty. And interesting to think about the intro without percussion. I guess it's just Waddy revving up on guitar before Stevie walks out.

Michele

[drag00n]

So I guess I have to ask.. with all the bad weather that ripped through New Jersey last night and the large areas that will still have no power... Is the Concert at the PNC still on??
d,

[Chris_Lover]

Originally Posted by ragrsrocalot

I'm puzzeled also. I want to say Stevie, but she said she didn't start smoking until the 80's, and the picture looks like it was taken before that. The smile, and the hands look like Stevie, but I don't recall the hairstyle. If it is her Mom, the resemblance is stricking.

She looks like her mum to me in that pic. I read this letter where Stevie said that her mum smoked for 70 years: http://rockalittle.com/stevie_letter_jan19_2012.htm
And they were very similar when Barbara was young I saw a pic of Stevie smoking too, not in the 80s, but in the 70s, even if it's rare to see Stevie with a cigarette in hand. She's not like my Chris that in EVERY pic appears with a drink and a cigarette, as if it were her trademark
I loved the concert review written by Amlyn and Buddy, you can feel that Stevie is a very strong, but sometimes also a sensitive woman who need to be "cuddled" and requires sweet attentions. Quoting what Ghost Tracker said, "I'm sure she felt the love and support from the fans who understood what was going on".

During the last 2 days I was thinking about the fact that she wears a lot of clothes, and I came to the conclusion that Stevie understood very well the meaning of the words "One must suffer to be beautiful".
Let me explain this: wearing many clothes, specially when it's hot, is not a purely eccentric behaviour. It help you burning fat and eliminate toxins through sweat. The more you sweat, the more you lose weight and throw away dead skin cells and body waste that you can't eliminate through urine and feces (because skin is like a sponge). Summer is the best time to lose weight, but it's important to reintegrate the fluids losts by drinking lots of water. Maybe Stevie hasn't the time or the opportunity to go running or do other sports, so the best way to keep fit is by sweating.
After more than 10 years of suffering for achieving a healthy weight (since that terrible medicine almost ruined her life, thanks to the "amazing" doctor), she's in perfect shape now and this 2011 pic shows Stevie in all her glory:

(I wish I could have a body like hers)
We don't understand how fit she is, since she wears all these clothes, but when she take it off that's the fantastic result. She and Chris have been blessed by God for having such a perfect body. Obviously it's not only a gift from Nature, but the result of many sacrifices through the years.
People, remember: if you want to stay fit, you have to sweat too!

Set list: it's a great thing she sings "Stand Back" (my fav), "Landslide", "Rhiannon" and "Gold dust woman". I wish I was american too or I could already live in the U.S.
I'd like to see her or what is left of FM in concert before it's too late. She now holds the key: Mick can't decide alone without her. FM will exists untill Stevie will wants it to exists.

[bombaysaffires]

Originally Posted by Buddy

Stevie mentioned that she had lost her voice and was not able to sing in rehersals so that she was "flying by the seat of her pants but it wasn't the first time". I thought her voice sounded good.

Really? I mean come on, how many times does she need to rehearse the classics for pete's sake? Maybe some of the brand new ones, but..... I tend to think Stevie OVER-rehearses and her stuff can sound rote even early on. It's probably just her nerves but I recall her saying during the crazy touring years (going straight from a solo tour to a FM tour and back again) that she could be standing up there half dead and still sing those songs she's sung them so much.. She could take a lesson from Rod Stewart on that and just lighten up!

[drag00n]

actually.... wearing several layers of clothes is a good way to stay cool.. Insulation works to keep you warm in the cold and cool in the heat... depending on the material and the layering technique. Because of health issues, I have to be very careful about over heating and have been layering for years.. Looks a little odd at times, but works...

I am also sure she suffers from arthritist and not just because of her age.. Hey she is just AMAZING!!

[gldstwmn]

Originally Posted by HejiraNYC

I will never understand the schism that exists between Stevie's concert voice and her voice on television- totally different. From what I can tell, there was not even the slightest hint of that hoarseness you could hear on "Up All Night" or even in that snippet of "The Rose." She sounded really good and did not appear to be straining to hit any notes; however, she did "go lower" in several spots.

Ironically she mentioned at one point that she had lost her voice during rehearsals and that she would just come in and watch the band rehearse without singing. I think this just adds to that cathartic moment she had at the end; she was relieved that she could still do this. She wasn't just on the verge of crying; she was pretty much bawling. Poor thing.

Although she sounded great, it looks like she slowed down considerably from last year's tour. Stiff. I am not sure if maybe it was the stifling humidity or whether her back was bothering her. Or maybe it's the fact that she hasn't given a concert in seven months.

BTW, that's Brett Tuggle, not Scott Plunket. And, yes, the stage arrangement was changed drastically with just Stevie, Waddy, Jimmy and the girls remaining in their former places. It doesn't seem right to me since stage left (Lori's side) is jam packed, but stage right is almost empty. It made more sense to have Darrell and Al at stage right. Also, there is no percussionist, which honestly makes everything sound a bit more "raw" if that makes any sense. It's definitely noticeable during "Edge."

No Carlos?

[StandbackStevie]

Originally Posted by jwd

I'm just glad she's still rocking and rolling! GO STEVIE!!!

I agree, I am not crazy about the cover songs if she wants to sing them cool,she has an amazing catalog of songs from her solo and FM alone but hey we are lucky she is still touring enjoy the show there won't be many tours left so we can take what Mama has willing to do still she is 64 yrs old and still rockin you go Mama. I will enjoy the show when she plays Mohegan Sun Arena on the 12th. Been seeing Mama in concert since 1986 been a fan of hers since 1979 and of FM.She is and always will be my favorite singer/songwriter and whatever she does pretty much I am happy with.

[Chris_Lover]

Originally Posted by drag00n

actually.... wearing several layers of clothes is a good way to stay cool.. Insulation works to keep you warm in the cold and cool in the heat... depending on the material and the layering technique.

That's why in the desert Bedouins and tourists wear long dresses that cover the entire body, including the head. Wherever the sun shines directly or increases its intensity by reflecting on light surfaces or glass, the heat increases

[drag00n]

[QUOTE.She is and always will be my favorite singer/songwriter and whatever she does pretty much I am happy with.[/QUOTE]

You have hit the nail on the head!!
Who cares what she wears or what she sings..... GO STEVIE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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