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Adam Lambert interview from June 2010 Vivi
Adam Lambert has come to Japan to mark his Japanese debut. Adam has a god like vocal range, and even got the full support of American Idol's sharp tongued judge, Simon Cowell. Even before his debut, he's been the subject of a lot of talk, after coming out as gay, etc. What is he really like
He loves Japanese fashion! He's transfixed by the boys in Harajuku!
He won runner up on American Idol. After that, he came out as gay. His debut album is a huge hit! Adam is a true child of his generation! We go after his true self!
I went to Harajuku, and the boys there were so pretty. (LOL) The girls were really cute too, with their false lashes and wigs. I got the sense that they were enjoying concept based fashion, and I could really relate to how artistic it all was. I have fun with fashion myself, mixing high-end brands and inexpensive brands. That's what I did with my outfit I'm wearing today. I'm wearing a suit with a t-shirt, just the kind of high-low mix that Vivi readers do! This tear drop shaped rhinestone [under my eye], I bought in Singapore when I was looking for rhinestones for my dancers.
Adam's icons are Madonna, Michael Jackson, and...
Adam's style is based on 70s glam-rock.
"That's right. I get a lot of my inspiration from 70's glam-rock, and arrange it in my own style. I'm really influenced visually by David Bowie. I'm influenced both visually and musical by Michael Jackson and madonna. They've been artists I've watched and looked up to since I was little. As far as current artists go, I love Lady Gaga and Beyonce.
His performances have people calling him the second coming of Elvis Presley, and people are also paying attention to his make up and fashion. Does he had an awareness of himself as an icon?
"I'm nowhere near an icon. (LOL) I think it takes time to get to that level. I mean, I'm still young. But I think that that kind of youth and immaturity is also connected to creativity. I try to trust my instincts. But when it comes to business, I think that the grown up side of myself starts looking at things objectively. I use my young side and my adult side every day. I think I've got a good balance going. I've gotten so many more opportunities to sing different places, and I feel like I'm into new territory now, and I need to look at things from all different view points."
Sometimes, Adam takes a cool and objective look at himself. Perhaps that side of him is connected to his sudden coming out.
What does he think of shy Japanese?
"I think that sometimes you need to be upfront about what you're thinking. I think that if you tell someone respectfully, they will respect you and listen to what you're saying. I don't like beating around the bush. I think that everyone should believe in themselves and do what they want. Not do what I do. You're the only one who can make your life better. And I think it best to be positive. My artistic vision comes from a positive place. I do get stressed sometimes because I can be hard on myself, but I try to find a balance. The thing is to think positively. The key words are: Love, Joy and Sex! Be confident in yourself!
And buy my album. (LOL) Then I can come to Japan again. I love Japanese fashion, and next time I come I want to do some more shopping and sight seeing! And of course I want to play a lot of shows too!"
Let's enjoy fashion and work like Adam, and head towards our dreams!
He loves Japanese fashion! He's transfixed by the boys in Harajuku!
He won runner up on American Idol. After that, he came out as gay. His debut album is a huge hit! Adam is a true child of his generation! We go after his true self!
I went to Harajuku, and the boys there were so pretty. (LOL) The girls were really cute too, with their false lashes and wigs. I got the sense that they were enjoying concept based fashion, and I could really relate to how artistic it all was. I have fun with fashion myself, mixing high-end brands and inexpensive brands. That's what I did with my outfit I'm wearing today. I'm wearing a suit with a t-shirt, just the kind of high-low mix that Vivi readers do! This tear drop shaped rhinestone [under my eye], I bought in Singapore when I was looking for rhinestones for my dancers.
Adam's icons are Madonna, Michael Jackson, and...
Adam's style is based on 70s glam-rock.
"That's right. I get a lot of my inspiration from 70's glam-rock, and arrange it in my own style. I'm really influenced visually by David Bowie. I'm influenced both visually and musical by Michael Jackson and madonna. They've been artists I've watched and looked up to since I was little. As far as current artists go, I love Lady Gaga and Beyonce.
His performances have people calling him the second coming of Elvis Presley, and people are also paying attention to his make up and fashion. Does he had an awareness of himself as an icon?
"I'm nowhere near an icon. (LOL) I think it takes time to get to that level. I mean, I'm still young. But I think that that kind of youth and immaturity is also connected to creativity. I try to trust my instincts. But when it comes to business, I think that the grown up side of myself starts looking at things objectively. I use my young side and my adult side every day. I think I've got a good balance going. I've gotten so many more opportunities to sing different places, and I feel like I'm into new territory now, and I need to look at things from all different view points."
Sometimes, Adam takes a cool and objective look at himself. Perhaps that side of him is connected to his sudden coming out.
What does he think of shy Japanese?
"I think that sometimes you need to be upfront about what you're thinking. I think that if you tell someone respectfully, they will respect you and listen to what you're saying. I don't like beating around the bush. I think that everyone should believe in themselves and do what they want. Not do what I do. You're the only one who can make your life better. And I think it best to be positive. My artistic vision comes from a positive place. I do get stressed sometimes because I can be hard on myself, but I try to find a balance. The thing is to think positively. The key words are: Love, Joy and Sex! Be confident in yourself!
And buy my album. (LOL) Then I can come to Japan again. I love Japanese fashion, and next time I come I want to do some more shopping and sight seeing! And of course I want to play a lot of shows too!"
Let's enjoy fashion and work like Adam, and head towards our dreams!