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Title: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: Marilyn on August 04, 2010, 09:53:33 PM
From AikenAngel46 at the CB....


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I spoke to KTCA in Minnepolis/St Paul today and she said a concert was scheduled for March 5th at the State Theater in Minneapolis. Tickets will be sold at the showings on 8/8 & 8/13.

$200.00 donation you get 2 premium tickets...$500.00 you get 2 tickets, meet & greet, CD & DVD. You can actually buy them right now if you wish. They will later be sold through Ticketmaster but she did not know the date. I hope she knew what she was talking about as this is the information she gave me.
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: Marilyn on August 05, 2010, 05:24:43 PM
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M&G tickets for the Minneapolis concert on March 5, 2011 can be purchased now. The person who originally posted about it at CB, contacted them again. She checked with her supervisor and got approval. I just bought mine.


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email from PBS:

After getting off the phone with you I double checked with my supervisor and she said we CAN offer the Clay Aiken tickets before we broadcast the program. Please let your friends know. Our toll free day time phone number is 1-866-229-1300, locally 651-229-1300.

Thank you and I hope this has not been too confusing.

Bonny M. Duffney
tpt Member & Viewer Services

651.229.1392
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 05, 2011, 01:38:07 AM
The cellcert will start for this concert at 9 EST.
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 05, 2011, 09:14:16 PM
600 tickets sold
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 05, 2011, 09:14:57 PM

Lights are down -

Overture!
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 05, 2011, 09:16:16 PM
Where Do I Begin . . . Love Story Theme
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 05, 2011, 09:19:52 PM
Mack The Knife
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: WilsonClaymate on March 05, 2011, 09:23:30 PM
Hi Tiffany - glad you are here tonight
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 05, 2011, 09:25:29 PM

"Clay is talking about the different audiences in different regions."
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 05, 2011, 09:27:34 PM
Hey Barb. Filling in for Marilyn again. She had plans. I'm so sorry Memphis isn't going to work out and you can't meet Clay. :( Really hope they can give you something.
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 05, 2011, 09:28:32 PM
"He's doing his the audiences are so different in different parts of the country.

How many of you are chasing me - after cheers when he mentioned being in Chicago.

Now counting the men."
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 05, 2011, 09:29:26 PM
"Asking who came with a date. He may have to stop this with the men - more and more are coming because they want to!"
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: WilsonClaymate on March 05, 2011, 09:31:40 PM
Thanks Tiffany.  I am very disappointed it didn't work out.  Of course, I was looking forward to the M & G but I really wanted to see this show again.  It seems like the last couple of shows only sold 600 tickets, soif it was was cancelled because of ticket sales they really must have been pathetic--which means that is why we won't see him tour any more this year.
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 05, 2011, 09:32:26 PM
There's a Kind of Hush
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 05, 2011, 09:33:12 PM
"He said "You can hear the sound of sisters in love" after asking who people were with and some women said they were with their sister..."
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 05, 2011, 09:38:20 PM
Hope we can hear the reason why. Could be cause it was General admission too and he did play Knoxville a few weeks ago where they had to change to a smaller theater. At least the other concerts haven't been too empty even though it wasn't full. We know he won't be touring again this year but I don't think that means he isn't going to stop all together. Maybe you can meet him on the next tiour whenever that will be.  At least you got to see him in NY.
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 05, 2011, 09:39:20 PM
Did you cancel the trip? Not going tomorrow after all?
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 05, 2011, 09:40:00 PM

Wearing jeans, purple sweater pink shirt and no tie.

He loves wearing purple.
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 05, 2011, 09:41:02 PM
"Who did you come with sir: your grandmother

You?
I brought my wife.

Anyone here on a date, husband ,wife, partner, SO

Anyone come with friends?

Someone yelled out SISTERS.

Good news these are all love songs from the 50s an 60s

If you're here with a date, snuggle up.
If it's with your sister, that's disgusting.

Then he sang the words: sisters in love!!!"
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: WilsonClaymate on March 05, 2011, 09:41:08 PM
Tiffany - We did cancel our trip.

I just got a call from Kristi at the Memphis PBS station.  She said she is calling all out-of-town people to try to catch them before they left home.  I asked her who cancelled and she does not know--only what is on the OFC.
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 05, 2011, 09:41:47 PM

You Don't Have to Say You Love Me
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 05, 2011, 09:44:55 PM
Sorry that you had to cancel but I understand.

Too bad that girl didn't know. I bet she got a lot of calls today. I'm hoping someone asked Clay at the concert tonight. Hope you can at least get your money back.
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 05, 2011, 09:47:11 PM
What Kind of Fool Am I
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 05, 2011, 09:48:02 PM
"He likes for things to be neat!
Last night the keyboard & whatnot were covered up with the black cloth - nastily!
Instead of neat! Looked like it was covering up two or three dead bodies!"
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: mimi on March 05, 2011, 09:48:49 PM
Hi~ I'm here too!!!

Am still a little in shock..This is very disappointing for both Barbara & I .

Thank goodness for clack..at least we will have that, since we won't be going to any of the three remaining shows.

I am very thankful though that we did get to at least see  & hear him once, that would have been awful had Memphis been our only show.
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 05, 2011, 09:49:15 PM
"Talking about somebody quoting obscure movie quotes to Johnny Depp and him remembering which movie. Clay is amazed cuz "I can't remember the lyrics to songs I'm singing tonight!"

Leading into the Jazzy Medley . .
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 05, 2011, 09:52:14 PM
Hey Marlene-I'm so so sorry. I would feel the same way and would probably cry if that one was my only concert. Hope some people if they had the money could get tickets to see him on the last 3 shows. It's a show not to miss. Yes! Very grateful for the clack gatherers.
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 05, 2011, 09:52:50 PM
"He's talking to Wesley - 10 years old - who came with his Mom. Cute!"
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 05, 2011, 09:54:32 PM

"Wesley in the front row is 10. You never heard these songs before. You were 2 when Invisible came out.

You drove yourself here or did your mom come with you?

This is one of my latest - Something About Us. - You were only 8 - 7 when this one came out."
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 05, 2011, 09:55:27 PM

"Quiana and Clay...discussing their highest and lowest notes (their vocal range)."

Foggy Day in London Town (Quiana's Solo)
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 05, 2011, 09:57:13 PM
Prissy and JoAnn got very lucky. He'll still come to Dallas, Texas on Tuesday and they got another Meet and Greet. Did Memphis have the PBS Meet and Greets too?
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: wisconsinmaniac on March 05, 2011, 09:57:49 PM
TIFFANY -  Thanks for the cellcert!  Very grateful!

BARBARA and MARLENE -  So very sorry that the concert was cancelled.  My heart just sank for both of you . . . and for Clay!!  They must have been hopeful until almost the last minute!!  I so wanted to hear about you two at that concert!  What can you do about air fare??  Were you going to fly??    HUGS . . . .
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 05, 2011, 09:58:22 PM
Hey Barb.
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 05, 2011, 09:59:42 PM

"Quiana on stage
Let's find your highest note.

C or D?

What's Clay's highest?

Ben is playing notes.

What's your lowest - she is singing low lower lower - they're are singing low together

Sing us a song and show us your range."
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: WilsonClaymate on March 05, 2011, 10:03:06 PM
Hey Barb - yes we were going to fly.  I'm sure we will lose some money there.

I really wanted to see this show again.  I'm so glad you got to see it last week.

Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 05, 2011, 10:03:45 PM
"Q: I can't hear you
Clay: its the thunderous applause

Anyone listen to radio?

Picks out a young girl in the audience: What's your name?

How old are you Dakota - 11?
Who is your boyfriend? She said Justin Bieber

Where do you live: Fargo

Where do you live Wesley
Apple Valley

Are they close?
No

Oh well no love connection there."

LOL Awww Love seeing him with kids.
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 05, 2011, 10:05:06 PM
That stinks Barb. :(

All 4 of us just saw him once this time around. It's better then none of all that's for sure.
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: mimi on March 05, 2011, 10:08:10 PM
Hi Barb

Airfare can't be refunded but tickets can be used until Dec. I guess we won't be able to take advantage of those for the Gala  :laugh: ;D

Hopefully maybe Clay will do something on Broadway,and we can use them for that,but unless he has something up his sleeve it will probably be a while, according to him ,before he does anything again soon.
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 05, 2011, 10:08:43 PM
Autotune SM!

'Somebody just requested TOUCH!


They think the audience picks, they didn't realize he meant the band picks!

Someone shouted out Star Spangled Banner Clay said that would be sacrilegious."

Autotune - "Only Girl" by Rihanna
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 05, 2011, 10:10:40 PM
He said he wanted to do something with Ruben this year. Really wish they could do the Timeless tour again or at least one special show together somewhere. You never know what can come up.
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 05, 2011, 10:11:29 PM
Suspicious Minds
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 05, 2011, 10:12:09 PM
Build Me Up Buttercup
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 05, 2011, 10:12:41 PM

Moon River
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: wisconsinmaniac on March 05, 2011, 10:13:33 PM
Hey Barb - yes we were going to fly.  I'm sure we will lose some money there.

I really wanted to see this show again.  I'm so glad you got to see it last week.

If that happened to me for my ONLY performance (in Fort Wayne) . .  I don't know how I would have reacted.  :o

So glad that you and MARLENE saw him at Westbury . . . . . yet you must be so disappointed.  Clay must feel really bad about this also.  In spite of an excellent show by a great entertainer . . . I just don't think the General Public even knew he was coming to their area.  Sad!

TIFF -  Sounds like Clay and Quianna are enjoying themselves on stage tonight.   That's good!
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: WilsonClaymate on March 05, 2011, 10:14:08 PM
It would be nice to see Clay and Ruben in Las Vegas or somewhere he could stay put and we could go there.  Maybe ticket sales would be a little better and once the revues started coming in, maybe more and more people would check it out.

I do remember he said not too long ago that he was working on something with Ruben and then made some reference to Broadway.
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 05, 2011, 10:17:05 PM
That might be a reason too Barb. This tour didn't really get promoted enough. I Bet Clay would had done anything not to had cancel but I guess there was a good reason beyond his control. I'm sure he can make it up to the Meet and Greeters somehow.

Yeah! Him and Quiana are making a good comedy team on this tour. ;)
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 05, 2011, 10:19:12 PM
Barb-I would love for them to do shows in Vegas. THat would be so much fun.

He said in a Meet and Greet one person said an offer on Broadway might be on the table but then another person said he would do it if the right role comes around.
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 05, 2011, 10:20:18 PM
It's Impossible
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 05, 2011, 10:21:22 PM
The WSN genre challenge!
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 05, 2011, 10:25:21 PM

Bollywood

"Has rules now telling them what not to request."
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 05, 2011, 10:27:41 PM
"He's yodeling again!"
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: mimi on March 05, 2011, 10:28:05 PM
I thought he did Bollywood in Fla.
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 05, 2011, 10:37:19 PM
Marlene-I thought he did one night too. He's been doing some repeats some nights. You have to see him pole dance from last night. I'll post the You Tube if you haven't seen it. So funny!
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 05, 2011, 10:38:16 PM
Christian RAP!!!

"He said he wanted creativity!!!!!"

Hawaiian AGAIN!
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 05, 2011, 10:39:01 PM

"It's Only Make Believe"
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: WilsonClaymate on March 05, 2011, 10:39:18 PM
Tiffany, I would love to see the YouTube of Clay pole dancing.  I heard about it but haven't seen it yet.
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 05, 2011, 10:39:34 PM
"Can't Take My Eyes Off You"
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 05, 2011, 10:43:04 PM
Barb-Since Marilyn hasn't had time today to post the You Tubes from last night I'll post all the styles he did for Whose Sorry Now in a little bit. Quiana danced around the chair too. LOL Also did New Age, Disney and Russian Folk. All of them were really good.  Said they were the most creative last night. Guess not as them tonight. LOL
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: wisconsinmaniac on March 05, 2011, 10:43:45 PM
Tiffany, I would love to see the YouTube of Clay pole dancing.  I heard about it but haven't seen it yet.

TIFFANY -  Me, too!!

I've been so busy the past few weeks, that I usually have lots of computer time at WORK . . . . but not much at home!  I want to download some Clack and also watch a few more You Tubes!! 

BTW - If anyone hears of any Clack gatherers who will be making DVD's of "specific" concerts and will be willing to sell them or whatever, please PM the information to me.  I would LOVE the concert from Fort Wayne!  8)
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 05, 2011, 10:44:23 PM
Cry Me A River (Quiana's solo)
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: WilsonClaymate on March 05, 2011, 10:46:49 PM
Barb - I'll keep my eyes open.  I would love to have a DVD of this tour as good as the one of The Timeless Tour.  Maybe the same person will make one of this.
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 05, 2011, 10:47:10 PM
Will do Barb and would love a DVD of this tour as well. Still would like a DVD from the Timeless Tour. Thought someone was going to make one but guess they didn't get too.

Been catching up on the clack as much as I can during the day. There are certain things I want to see from every concert.
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 05, 2011, 10:47:54 PM
Crying
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: WilsonClaymate on March 05, 2011, 10:48:57 PM
Tiffany - I got one of the Timeless Tour in Biloxi.  It is really good.  If I can check back and see who made it, I'll let you know.
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 05, 2011, 10:49:23 PM
What DVD do you have of The Timeless tour Barb? I really wanted one from when I saw him in NY or the last show he did.
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 05, 2011, 10:49:57 PM
Oh cool Barb. Thanks. Would really like one.
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: WilsonClaymate on March 05, 2011, 10:51:11 PM
What DVD do you have of The Timeless tour Barb? I really wanted one from when I saw him in NY or the last show he did.

Biloxi was the last show of that tour and that is the one I have.  I'll try to dig out the information tomorrow and send it to you.
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 05, 2011, 10:55:30 PM
Thanks so much Barb. Was it someone here that made it or someone from CV?

Band Intros


Unchained Melody
 

Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 05, 2011, 10:56:39 PM
Tonight's joke - "3 ladies at a restaurant eating lunch. The first 2 get a call and excuse themselves to answer it. The third lady excuses herself and goes to the rest room. When she comes back there is some toilet paper sticking out of her skirt. The other ladies notice it and she says "Oh look I am getting a Fax!"
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 05, 2011, 11:02:14 PM
"Standing O after UM!"


Go Clay!!!
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: WilsonClaymate on March 05, 2011, 11:02:50 PM
Thanks so much Barb. Was it someone here that made it or someone from CV?

Band Intros


Unchained Melody
 


It is Scarlett's video of the last show but I think a girl at CB made it.
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: mimi on March 05, 2011, 11:04:35 PM
That Del needs to find some newer jokes. I heard that one a long time ago.

Tiffany I have the same DVD that Barbara has It was the last show in Biloxi,which Barbara & I were fortunate to be at. It is very good, but got the life of me I can't remember who did them. I do believe she was from the CV or the CB.
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: wisconsinmaniac on March 05, 2011, 11:07:02 PM
Hopefully, we can all keep our eyes open for a complete concert from this tour!  Maybe someone at Clack House or CV will post something about a DVD that would be available!!

We are so lucky to get Clack!!!
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 05, 2011, 11:07:17 PM
"Thanking folks for driving so far, for staying in hotel rooms, for allowing him to do this for 8 years . . ."

In My Life
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 05, 2011, 11:11:24 PM
LOL Marlene. I don't find his jokes very funny either.

Thanks! I don't go to those boards so didn't know about who made one. I seen the clack from it. Loved it! Wish I could make DVD's but my computer doesn't have a player.

Agreed Barb and very grateful for the clack gals who do this everynight.
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: wisconsinmaniac on March 05, 2011, 11:14:11 PM
TIFFANY -  Thank you for a great job with the RED LETTERS again tonight!!

You are doing a great job!

Good night, my friends!!  Special hugs to each of you tonight!
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 05, 2011, 11:15:22 PM
Like to get a DVD of all the funny banters from every show. I know someone that makes good montages for those. See if she does it after the tour is over.
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 05, 2011, 11:15:56 PM
Welcome Barb and have a goodnight. Hope to see you Tuesday.
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 05, 2011, 11:17:19 PM
"He said hopefully we can rally again together and do it again soon!"


*Fingers crossed for that.*
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: WilsonClaymate on March 05, 2011, 11:18:10 PM
Like to get a DVD of all the funny banters from every show. I know someone that makes good montages for those. See if she does it after the tour is over.

I would love a DVD of these too.  If I don't see one that someone makes, I will try make one but mine are very choppy and not very professional.
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 05, 2011, 11:18:53 PM
Where Do I Begin - Love Story Theme
Mack The Knife
There’s a Kind of Hush
You Don't Have to Say You Love Me
What Kind of Fool Am I

Jazzy Medley - The Way, This is the Night, Measure of a Man, On My Way Here, A Thousand Days, Invisible

Something About Us

Quiana - Foggy Day In London Town

"Only Girl" by Rhianna - Auto Tune
Suspicious Minds
Build Me Up Buttercup
Moon River
It's Impossible

Who's Sorry Now - genres - Bollywood - polka or Alpine - Christian Rap - Hawaiian
It's Only Make Believe
Can't Take My Eyes Off You
Quiana - Cry Me A River
Clay and Quiana - Crying

Unchained Melody
In My Life

No Misty tonight.
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 05, 2011, 11:19:38 PM
It's up to you Barb. Thanks for the PM with the info.
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: mimi on March 05, 2011, 11:20:09 PM
I hope we will see & hear him again soon, so add me to the finger crossing

Thanks again for another great cellcert..You are getting to be an expert at it.

Nite ~ See you again on Tues night,unfortunately not MON night. :'(
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: WilsonClaymate on March 05, 2011, 11:20:41 PM
"He said hopefully we can rally again together and do it again soon!"


*Fingers crossed for that.*

Thanks for all your hard work tonight, Tiffany.   Let's hope that his closing remark is his way of sending us a subliminal message.
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 05, 2011, 11:21:22 PM
"Great crowd, nice jeans, purple sweater, pink and white striped shirt.

Same jeans. nicely fitted."
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 05, 2011, 11:23:26 PM
Welcome Marlene and thanks. They have 2 days off now. Off to Dallas. Again I'm so sorry. Hugs to you Barb and Marlene. {{{{ M AND B }}}}

Me too Barb and you are welcome gals.
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 05, 2011, 11:25:25 PM
It's a rumor but this sounds like it could be the reason for Memphis being canceled cause of weather. Guess better safe then sorry.

"Mad4Clay says she heard that there was flooding at the venue and a storm coming through."
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: mimi on March 05, 2011, 11:29:32 PM
That would explain the sudden cancellation.. I was just hoping it was something other than low ticket sales, but I am sure hoping it is also not flooding, that is terrible.
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 05, 2011, 11:30:23 PM
Thanks for being here gals. Sounds like a great show. I'll contunie for a bit if I see anything else. SNL is coming on. See you on Tuesday.

Same here Marlene.
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: Invisible Touch on March 06, 2011, 01:42:42 AM
Hey Claymaniacs!  I rarely post, mostly lurk, but have met several of you over the years.  I really enjoyed the show tonight, so great to have him back in Minneapolis.  I thought the venue looked pretty full.  Clay looked wonderful in jeans and the purple sweater, my favorite outfit on him!!  Clay was very talkative tonight and he and Quiana were having a great time.  His mentions of Minnesota Nice, our cold weather, and skyways went over well with the hometown crowd.  Lots of laughs during WSN and Autotune sections as well as when he was talking to the kids in the front row.  I’m always amazed at just how easily he interacts with the audience; he is so personable and casual.  It’s fun to be a part of it!

My favorites were Build Me Up Buttercup, Suspicious Minds and Unchained Melody.  I liked the other songs from Tried & True a lot more live than on the album, I think part of it was the lack of trumpets in the band (I’m not a big fan of the big band sound).   

His voice, his voice, his voice!!  While I heard a few bad notes tonight, it is his voice that gets me every single time!  As always, tonight he brought his charm, wit, humility and of course that voice.  I am sure everyone felt they got their money’s worth of entertainment tonight.

Side note: On my way home I heard Barry Manilow’s Mandy.  Any time I hear the original of a song that Clay has covered, I’m reminded of just how much feeling he puts into all of his songs.  I know I’m biased but, for me, any original just doesn’t hold a candle to Clay’s version.

Looking forward to the next opportunity to see Clay LIVE.  (Whenever that may be.)  There is nothing else like it!
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: Tiffany on March 06, 2011, 02:14:34 AM
Hi Invisible Touch, I remember you. Thanks for your recap. Sounded great.
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: Marilyn on March 06, 2011, 02:14:53 AM
ARTYANA

Clay was AMAZING!!!!!! I may have mentioned the last album hasn't been a favorite. Infact, after buying all the version of "On My Way Here" possible - I only downloaded T&T from iTunes & 4 songs made it to my iPod. BUTTTT - this show is wonderful. I have never heard Clay sound better - his vocals are incredible, amazing - better than ever. I wish getting older looked as good on me as it does on him. Quiana is amazing and beautiful - she seems like someone who would be a great friend to have.

He did a very good job putting the set for this show together. The opening number works perfectly (even if it does remind me a bit of Phantom of the opera during the musical introduction). There were only a few songs I found myself wandering a bit on, but the rest of the show was so much fun (Hawaii and Christian Rap Clay are must see), warm, intimate and beautiful. I finally understand why everyone raved over UM. You have to hear it live to really appreciate the nuances - even in the rollercoaster note. He sang the crap out of it tonight! I thought just having 1 song for the end was perfect. I didn't miss a 2nd one. For some reason the songs sound more modern on this tour than they did on the album.

I did snicker at one point when he patted his sweater down across his stomach before launching into the next song. That photo must have really got to him - he didn't even have a tie on.

I almost skipped this tour and I am so glad I didn't. I know Clay says he is not quiting, but I can't help get the feeling he was saying goodbye tonight. Not sure if that is just touring etc. It was just the vibe I got - but could be completely wrong. He might not understand us, but I think it is sweet he appreciates us.

This is one happening downtown! Wish our city was this active.

A very sweet fan gave me my wonderful seat in row B when I started looking mid last week. When I mentioned to the person in front of me that I just started looking for tickets this week she wanted to know how in the world I got that ticket. I said Clay's has wonderful fans. Someone saw i was trying to decide whether to go or not and they offered me the extra ticket. She was floored - in a good way. It was that kindness that finally got me on the road.  

Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: Marilyn on March 06, 2011, 09:16:37 PM
Hope

My 'official' recap from the Minneapolis concert last night:



Recap

The Clay Aiken “Tried And True Tour” came to Minneapolis, Minnesota last night; and as I expected he would, Clay knocked me back in my seat with his powerful vocals, touched my heart with his beautiful interpretive skills as a vocalist and artist; and, he made me laugh harder than I have in a long time.

This was my 4th Clay Aiken concert. As a ‘newer fan,’ I missed out on the AI2 Tour, the Independent, Solo, JBT and SRHP tours along with all of Clay’s Christmas tours. I read about said tours and I had watched hundreds of video clips of them; but I knew it wasn’t the same thing as actually experiencing a live solo Clay Aiken concert. For however fantastic our Clackers are (and they Are fantastic,) it is impossible to capture the full and complete ‘essence of Clay’ on film.

The audience was diverse and ranged in age from 10 to 80+ years old. The concert started a few minutes late. It’s a good thing that such was the case though because folks were still entering the theatre just as the lights went down and the VOX began.

I had viewed enough Clack to know that as soon as Clay hit the word “hello” in the song “Where Do I Begin,” that the spotlight would appear to highlight the solitary figure on the stage and signal the start of a wonderful evening with Clay Aiken. Still, ‘knowing’ it and ‘experiencing’ it are two completely different things. From darkness to light, from quiet murmurings to thunderous applause, the moment was Clay’s and the moment was ours. It was a thing of sheer beauty. And lest people think that I am just being ‘fangurly’ in my poetic waxing, my DH who is a big, burly, ‘macho’ truck driver, had the exact same reaction as I did along with everyone else in the audience.

I won’t do a ‘play by play’ of the concert as I would then be turning my recap into one of my infamous ‘books.’ Suffice to say, that Clay owned the stage and the audience. He was captivating, he was funny, he was beautiful, he was snarky. A highlight for me personally, was to see the concert from the vantage point of a 7th row seat. It’s the closest I’ve physically gotten to ‘meeting’ Clay and it very much felt like I was at home in my living room spending a wonderful evening with an Outrageously talented and comedic friend.

And as Clay himself once mentioned during a Q&A, Quiana Parler is/was his best kept secret. Like Clay, Quiana has terrific comedic timing. I don’t know that any of us has ever seen a funnier ‘take’ on “Who’s Sorry Now,” than that which Quiana demonstrated during her rendition of the song, ‘Hawaiian’ style. Quiana’s vocals on “A Foggy Day In London Town,” and “Cry Me A River” were saucy, sultry, and smooth.

All too soon the concert ended. After his drop-dead Gorgeous performance of “Unchained Melody,” Clay talked for a bit about his career post-Idol; and about how much he appreciates his fans’ dedication. He then performed a beautiful rendition of “In My Life,” ended the song, flashed us one of his best Clay Aiken smiles, bowed and quietly left the stage.

As the music ended and the lights came up, we in the audience knew that we had just experienced the very best entertainer and vocalist on the planet today. The ‘essence of Clay’ in all of his wonderful glory left the stage at the State Theatre in Minneapolis, Minnesota on March 5, 2011; and, he left us with a lifetime memory.

Thank you Clay Aiken for Being Clay Aiken.

Favorite performances of the night were: “Where Do I Begin,” “Build Me Up Buttercup,” “Suspicious Minds,” and always, “Unchained Melody.”

And my 'unofficial recap' is:

EEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE. *g* 7th row center stage where Clay planted himself for much of the night. "Where Do I Begin, Love Story Theme" truly is an incredible performance. First thought I had after Clay finished it was: "OMG, that man has the brightest, most beautiful eyes I have Ever seen in my life. Clay was gorgeous, witty, snarky, silly, beautiful and Amazing.

DH is a Clay fan; but I was surprised by how much even he got into the concert. If you listen to my audio and hear a loud, thunderous clap after every performance, that was DH.

Wonderful concert and I finally met Scarlett. We managed to get lost in the parking lot of all places so we didn't get back home until close to 1:00 a.m. It was a quiet ride home. When I asked DH if he wanted to listen to the radio he said: "You've got your I pod with you with 20 something performances of Clay's "Bridge Over Troubled Water" on it, don't you?" "Yes," I replied. "What do you say you plug it into the cassette do-higgy there and we listen to all 20 of them. I'd really like that." "Sure," I said and so we did.  
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: Marilyn on March 06, 2011, 09:27:06 PM
'We' (Scarlett and I) spent the night and most of the day getting it done.

The following link is Scarlett's full concert capture of the Minneapolis concert in a Play List at You Tube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Db7TYL6GGnU

The Play List begins with "Where Do I Begin" and ends with "In My Life." It is in sequence.

Individual links as follows:

Where Do I Begin: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Db7TYL6GGnU

Mack The Knife: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bdi9Y4ZXenI

Opening Show Banter: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pHqYqUwYlA0

There's A Kind Of Hush: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8rMhHhGupEI

You Don't Have To Say You Love Me: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QgquqmnfsTk

What Kind Of Fool Am I: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8J0077iLt2s

Pre-Jazzy Banter: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fjed--ctrMg

Jazzy Medley: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T5OP4aQqaUQ

Post-Jazzy Medley Banter: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2LAhwO6fyLU

Something About Us: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mfs12_yi4vo

Pre-A Foggy Day In London Town Banter: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DX5ZmV_eHlc

A Foggy Day In London Town: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nhPcZAsDUcQ

Pre-Auto-Tuning Banter: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xRTHzgX9xMg

Auto Tune - Only Girl: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p_MkUvvuXUE

Post-Auto Tune Banter: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PZL9maYJ8jg

Suspicious Minds: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AotY3IXrJ0I

Build Me Up Buttercup: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gjT8xp4lIp4

Moon River: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LTPOYKHNMtk

It's Impossible: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gsNoYzQmzHU

Pre-"Who's Sorry Now" Banter: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uw2nvp6QVe0

Who's Sorry Now - Bollywood: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z0qA0DVPLDc

Who's Sorry Now - Yodeling: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ctflOwdHhI4

Who's Sorry Now - Christian Rap: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S1DiLwYbvtc

Who's Sorry Now - Hawaiian Style: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UJBFr7YU50o

It's Only Make Believe: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u4MPIzogeqY

Can't Take My Eyes Off You: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jtjEastTRQQ

Pre-Cry Me A River Banter: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MM1-TbHaQoc

Cry Me A River: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=row_FQWXdTk

Crying: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SiHTl2MLHcQ

Band Intros: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7UWkkRPMUIg

Unchained Melody: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_gvSzJ8jkBQ

Fan Dedication Banter: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cJwisTNGaA4

In My Life: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-JLV-6WFNQk

All links can travel.

Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: Marilyn on March 07, 2011, 08:30:12 PM
mad4clay

Recap from Saturday nights concert in Mpls. This was my one and only for this tour, which believe me is unusual. This darn economy. Anyway I knew what to expect for the show as I was unable to remain a concert virgin, because of how long before my show was.

I loved it LIVE, even more! I've said it before and I'll say it again, there IS nothing like being there. Love Story from day one was my new favorite, even there were some vocal issues, I knew it would be a gem, and I was right. The power of his voice on that song just cuts right through you. It's really hard to explain.

I did get one of my favs from the cd Saturday night, "You Don't Have To Say You Love Me". I had to video that one. Other favs of the night, "Mack The Knife", "It's Only Make Believe", "Something About Us", and of course all the banter. I did get video of a few other things and I will load them when I get the chance.

He looked wonderful. I loved being that close to him. That hasn't happened in a long time. :grin:

And a huge thank you to Rrknrllmom for the great tickets we got, and allowing my 16 year old DS to come to the show along with my DD. My DS really enjoyed the show. Even though he's totally into hip hop, r&b, and rap. He did enjoy Clay's singing and he thinks he's really very funny. He wants to see another concert. So that was nice to hear.

I sat with a fellow CB fan CA4CA2, we totally enjoyed our Pit 2 seats, thank you Rck! He was over on side so much.

I wish I was able to go another show. One is never enough. We joked last night about going to SF or Dallas.

I dropped my travel buddies Dhl7777 and Jaysue off at the airport an hour ago and it's always so sad when we have to leave and go back to real life.We did go to the mall yesterday and we ran into Mary, Adam, and Quiana at Macy's. So that was pretty cool. We said hi and thanked them for a great show.

I love spending time with people who appreciate Clay's talent.  
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: Marilyn on March 07, 2011, 08:36:41 PM
farouche

Now for my quickie recap of Minneapolis. I will leave out the multiple trips to yarn stores, even though the time spent with my sister knitting and talking about knitting was a major part of the fun I had.

As some of you may remember, I wasn't planning to go to this concert. It had crossed my mind when the dates were announced -- mixing sisterly knitting with a concert -- but I decided not to go because I have to be in Minneapolis at the end of April for a knitting convention and because there were two shows close enough for driving instead of flying. But nothing visible on the horizon except the Gala for the rest of the year combined with how much I enjoyed my first two concerts got me thinking. A $10 RT plane ticket (with miles) pushed me out of the door.

Thankful did some ticket magic and I was in the second row of the pit on the right side, where he spent a good deal of the evening. Scarlett was on my right, and there was a cute little ten year old boy right in front of us -- I knew that would attract Clay's attention. We were so close that it was almost hard to do video or pictures and that was just fine. I decided to watch most of the concert. I hadn't been that close to him while he's on stage in a long time. He looked beautiful. He sounded great. That's my recap!

My sister was in the fourth row center, but Toni moved her up to the second row and then moved someone else down to her seat. I was curious to hear her reaction, especially to Where Do I Begin. Well, that was a bit of a disaster. I don't know if others have recapped this or not. Sis was in the third seat from the aisle, chatting with Clay fans. (They might have even thought she was part of the cult b/c I have taken her to a lot of shows over the years, including Spamalot and the PBS taping. For her, they are just fun road trips. She likes Clay, but wouldn't go on her own.) They "bonded." The lights went down. Clay started singing. Partway through the first song, an usher came down the aisle and started shining her flashlight and asking to see tickets b/c the woman next to my sister had apparently taken the seat of someone who came in late. The usher wanted everyone on the other side of my sister to move down one seat. Well, since the people at the far end of the row didn't know they had to move, no one could move over. You have to have an empty seat to do that. So then the usher went to the other side. Eventually they all moved, and this woman climbed over my sister and sat down. At this point, he was almost finished with "Mack The Knife". It ruined the first two songs; my sister didn't even know what he had sung. So much for getting a NJU reaction.

My sister was already unhappy with this woman for coming in late and making her new "friends" move down, but that was just the beginning. This woman -- who came in late -- got up THREE TIMES during the concert and climbed over everybody to get out and then come back in. Lordie.

My sister said that the concert was so casual and laid back it almost felt like a rehearsal. She really thought Quiana had a great voice; she didn't remember her from the many other concerts. She thought that some of the songs Clay sang were wonderful -- that his voice was just perfect for them. But she didn't remember which ones when I asked.

It was fun to see a lot of familiar faces but I know there were people there whom I wanted to meet and didn't (e.g., Leroy). Le sigh. He looked really good that night. In case I forgot to say that. (I noticed the threads on his jeans, too.)
Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: Marilyn on March 08, 2011, 08:16:26 PM
From Claygary from CV

PLEASE DO TAKE THIS INFORMATION TO OTHER BOARDS.

My Minneaplis M&G recap:

First of all, a disclaimer...my memory is not 100%, particularly in the fog! So if anyone remembers this differently, or wackyjackie if I've gotten this wrong somehow, please do jump in!


We got Mr. Large and IN Charge Aiken! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/laugh.gif)
I think he may have been a little stressed by the Memphis cancellation, but in any case he was very businesslike. We were taken into the theatre by Jerome (names checked, in line in the order of our names, then Jerome led us in like a parade of ducklings (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif) and sat us in order in one of the rows). Clay came striding out onto the stage, came toward the edge and then realized that a set of steps which had been there earlier in the day, I guess...were there no longer. It was about a 6-7 foot drop down to the floor. You could see him think about it...and then Jerome went and got a chair and Clay used it as a step down.

I was at the end of the original line, so nearest the aisle in the theatre; he came straight over to me and asked my name (which I remembered!!) and then went down the line to everyone else...then came back and asked where we were from. He repeats your name, and your location (obviously a memory tool) and remarked that our group had someone from almost everywhere in the country.

Then he asked us to get our stuff to be signed ready (Jerome had given us sticky notes to put our names on) and said we could ask him anything we wanted. No restrictions.
cablegirl started it off by asking him if he was excited about the new Ipad2...which he said he was, and they needed someone to stand in line for them on day of release LOL.
She started to ask him about a game? or app? on the Ipad, which he said he didn't know...and then he said he was happy to talk technology, but did we really want to "waste our time" on that...

Someone (sorry, don't know who) asked him what was on his Ipod and what music he was into....he said he is NOT a "music guy"; he doesn't download music, he doesn't buy CDs!!
He's just totally a news junkie! (his words)

LauraQ asked him about the range of his and Quiana's voices, which he didn't know...and did answer later in the concert when Ben was able to somewhat determine it on the keyboard (IMG:style_emoticons/default/laugh.gif) ...it was funny, Quiana said he (Clay) sang a low D, Ben played it, and Mr. Competitive said "No, I can go lower than that"...and proceeded to demonstrate! The conclusion was, he and Quiana sing in an almost identical range!!

All this time, he's signing away as Mary is handing him things...and I'm thinking I won't be able to get my question in, which I really wanted to know (I don't interrupt people)...but there was an opportunity at that point, and so I asked him about the process for booking venues when he has a tour. I said my understanding was that he (I meant Team Clay, not HIM) sold his tour to the venues, and those that "bought" and TC then dickered out dates etc. He got all excited (IMG:style_emoticons/default/laugh.gif) and said "I will answer that for you on the condition that you get it out there to every board you can!" (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin2.gif) He said he's definitely tired of hearing the complaints about never coming here, never coming there...when there is NOTHING he can do about it...he has NOTHING to do with it.

So...the process is, as I remember it:

1. They decide they would like to tour; they don't really put many restrictions on that, not even a time frame particularly, although he says they may say something like "sometime in the Spring" or "preferably the Fall".

2. The management company contacts CAA, who is their agent.

3. CAA deals with the promoters. A promoter deals with a group of venues, or occasionally one or two venues...most promoters have a huge group of venues they deal with. This tour was purchased by only two promoters, who worked with all the venues involved. This tour was also slightly different because of the PBS involvement....interestingly, when saying this, he said "or not!" under his breath!

4. The promoter knows he can get X venue on e.g. June 22nd, and that the venue would likely be an appropriate location. The promoter works out their costs, and then makes Team Clay an offer to play at the venue (through CAA) for X amount of dollars. Team Clay then accepts or declines the offer. He says sometimes they receive several offers through several promoters to play in the same location, essentially (ie, the same general physical area, not the same venue) and then of course he will choose the best offer.

5. Before anyone really asked (he knows us!!), he mentioned that if we wanted to get together, pool our $ and have him play somewhere...that that wouldn't really work. The promoters will only deal with an agent they are familiar with (in this case, CAA). In my head (although he didn't say this), I likened it to my going into Walmart and asking the jewelry clerk if they would sell my jewelry in the store....that's just not how it's done, and there is a whole tier of people (wholesalers or in his case the agent) who are involved in facilitating the processes.

6. He has NO SAY (he repeated this several times) where, when, how often he plays in a particular area.

It was a fairly lengthy, and to me really interesting conversation; he's very much the teacher, and I enjoyed being taught! And he's very anxious for everyone to know.....

And that was about it I think !

Picture time....Mary took the pictures; we got the instructions....he says every group but one (and us!) has messed it up. I think they do because I know, being at the end of the line, I couldn't hear a word soft-voiced Mary said as far as instructions were concerned...so it was a case of follow-the-leader and hope for the best! Mary has it down pat, though...you step in, she says 1...2...3...and then "flash".
I have no clue if I was leaning in, wrapped around him, standing on my own, looking like a goof or what!! I guess we'll see at some point!

That Aiken fog is heavy-duty stuff!

The concert was WONderful, as you all know....and our centre Row A pit seats were the best EVER!

Special, special thanks to my wonderful benefactor...you know who you are!!

Title: Re: MINNEAPOLIS, MN-STATE THEATER 03/05/2011
Post by: Marilyn on March 09, 2011, 08:29:01 AM
lAURAQ-FOLLOWUP TO FROMCLAYGARY QUESTION ABOUT TOURS AND PROMOTERS

You asked the question first so I wanted you to post what you asked. Lori is an accountant and I'm a financial analyst so we were going both were asking the same kind of questions!


QUOTE
She started to ask him about a game? or app? on the Ipad, which he said he didn't know...and then he said he was happy to talk technology, but did we really want to "waste our time" on that...

The person asked about Angry birds, and Jerome knew what it was. Clay said Angry birds is banned...but did not elaborate..kind of a smirk on his face.



QUOTE
6. He has NO SAY (he repeated this several times) where, when, how often he plays in a particular area.


To add to this, the promoters come to him with bids, they do not go to the venues to bid. For example he wouldn't go to Des Moines, IA to ask if he could play at our Civic Center. the Civic Center's promoter would have to respond to their interest to have a tour this spring. Clay's company then accepts the offers. One person had asked how do we get you to come to our towns. He indicated you have to go the promoter, going to the venue is of no use.

If there had been time I would have asked what happens when you feel a venue(s) were not promoted well, do not not work with them again or how does that work?

I did ask about his range, I was careful not to ask just "range" and then he'd say 2 octaves, I was curious in the highest and lowest note.

I did say you have said you are a bit of a control freak, how much control do you keep on a tour and what do you defer? (If he gave me grief on that, I would have said, I am also that's why I asked). He looked at Mary and said that Mary has been with him a long time and does a great job. I said, well better example would be you have new musicians this tour, how are they chosen? He said that Quiana brought him Casey and Adam played with her. Felix brought in Del. But they audition for him and he makes the final decision. And I said then final decisions are with you, and he said yes.

I also asked about whether he signed his own checks and I mispoke and said you said, when I meant to say Oprah had said, do you follow this? He said no, but indicated he had a business manager. His answer really didn't concern me as he sure seems to have his fingers in everything. He was talking about the promoters give bids and then he has to pay his people, hotels, food, travel and all, he knows exactly what all goes into the process. I believe he very carefully watches what is happening. Remember Clay bought his own condo when he was in college and rented to roommates. I bet he made money or broke even. That is a careful, intelligent young man.

For the pictures, when I got up (I was 3rd) I said well this is just like church and someone else was saying like communion. Mary laughed. Jerome put us in the 3rd row so we'd have better light he said and we just then filed down the 4th row and back around to our seats in the 3rd row. Clay was soo impressed that we got it right. He said that someone always gets out of order and something goes wrong .

He also answered again that he prefers the smaller venues. His comments made it click to me that the venues contact him so they must have thought they could fill all the seats, his team wasn't choosing what size to target. It just doesn't make any sense to me that they didn't promote until the majority of seats were sold. You would think that would be a large part of the job. But Clay had indicated prior that promotion is not in his hands.

He looked great in a light grey Rutgers hoodie, green/khaki shorts and tennis shoes. He was definitely in control of the M&G but made you feel at home and looked right at you once he had completed signing everything. I was so happy we all finally got the chance for this. Thank you Clay!