Emerald Posted April 17, 2009 Share Posted April 17, 2009 So great for the EP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :boing: Do you think the songs in the EP will be in the new album too? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
suzie Posted April 17, 2009 Share Posted April 17, 2009 YES YES YES... an acoustic EP was my last guess (HOPE) yesterday, too Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nico_collard Posted April 17, 2009 Share Posted April 17, 2009 As you can imagine, there are suddenly a whole lot of blogs and newspapers covering Mika's LA show on April 15, and talking about he new music. Rather than start a thread for each one, since a lot of them say the same things and have the same photos over and over, it might be better to just list the links here. I'll start with the several I've seen so far: Ice Cream Man Blog: http://www.icecreamman.com/review/detail/mika-at-the-roxy Popnography: The second coming of Mika http://www.popnography.com/2009/04/the-second-coming-of-mika.html Music is the Heart of Our Soul: New Music from Mika! http://www.musicistheheartofoursoul.com/2009/04/new-music-from-mika.html The Roxy Theatre: Missin' Mika: http://theroxyonsunset.com/missin-mika/ If you find any others post them here! Am I the only one that read the bold word as pornography? *gets head out of gutter* Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daniella92 Posted April 17, 2009 Share Posted April 17, 2009 Dunno if it's posted,but this is what i've found: http://www.contactmusic.com/news.nsf/article/fascinating%20fact%207187_1100848 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robertina Posted April 17, 2009 Share Posted April 17, 2009 from People Magazine - US • Dita von Teese, enjoying the music at pop star Mika's secret show at the Roxy in Hollywood. Hosted by blogger Perez Hilton (who shared a table with von Teese), the event began with a special burlesque performance before Mika launched into his hit "Grace Kelly" as the audience screamed. He also performed tunes from his forthcoming sophomore album, telling the crowd, "Help me to celebrate coming out of retirement." http://www.people.com/people/article/0,,20273135,00.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soaring Simpson Posted April 17, 2009 Share Posted April 17, 2009 What sucks? The latintimes review Seriously, if you'd read that about someone you'd never heard of, would you be interested? Detergent jingles... spindly legs... tra la las Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kriszti Posted April 17, 2009 Share Posted April 17, 2009 awesome! wish I had been there Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marilyn Mastin Posted April 17, 2009 Share Posted April 17, 2009 I'm really happy that people are writing about Mika! Spreading the Mika Magic! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dcdeb Posted April 17, 2009 Author Share Posted April 17, 2009 So great for the EP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Do you think the songs in the EP will be in the new album too? I think there may be some, but we really haven't been given any clues. The latintimes review Seriously, if you'd read that about someone you'd never heard of, would you be interested? Detergent jingles... spindly legs... tra la las I guess it depends on what you like and what you focus on: The audience bought what Mika was selling. Nearly every word and "tra-la-la" wafting from the classically trained vocalist sailed back at him from the singing crowd. His unequivocally unobjectionable hits such as “Grace Kelly” and “Lollipop” channeled the piano-glam of Elton John, Scissor Sisters and Freddie Mercury. The Hilton-sanctioned show preceded the release of Mika’s acoustic EP... After all, Mika’s boyish stage presence and bouncing numbers break down the accouterments of the irony age, and resurrect that hidden joy of exuberant, Muppet love. Those passages in bold would have sold me, but then again I love Elton and Queen and Scissor Sisters, singers who are exuberant... not to mention, the Muppets! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Emerald Posted April 17, 2009 Share Posted April 17, 2009 I think there may be some, but we really haven't been given any clues. Ok, thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marilyn Mastin Posted April 17, 2009 Share Posted April 17, 2009 So... is the EP different from the album, or has someone got their wires crossed? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Naectegale Posted April 17, 2009 Share Posted April 17, 2009 I think there may be some, but we really haven't been given any clues. I guess it depends on what you like and what you focus on: The audience bought what Mika was selling. Nearly every word and "tra-la-la" wafting from the classically trained vocalist sailed back at him from the singing crowd. His unequivocally unobjectionable hits such as “Grace Kelly” and “Lollipop” channeled the piano-glam of Elton John, Scissor Sisters and Freddie Mercury. The Hilton-sanctioned show preceded the release of Mika’s acoustic EP... After all, Mika’s boyish stage presence and bouncing numbers break down the accouterments of the irony age, and resurrect that hidden joy of exuberant, Muppet love. Those passages in bold would have sold me, but then again I love Elton and Queen and Scissor Sisters, singers who are exuberant... not to mention, the Muppets! I hated the Muppets too loud Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keti Posted April 17, 2009 Share Posted April 17, 2009 Found two online articles about the last LA gig! Instinct Magazine - "Mika Comes Out" - acoustic LA gig review HERE. Written by Jeff Katz Thursday, 16 April 2009 On The Download: Mika Live In Los Angeles HERE. Updated 8:00 PM EDT, Thu, Apr 16, 2009 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vanessa Posted April 17, 2009 Share Posted April 17, 2009 Was this one posted ? http://www.accesshollywood.com/on-the-download/on-the-download-mika-live-in-los-angeles_article_16823 LOS ANGELES, Calif. -- Imagine your favorite singer having a free show at an intimate venue — sounds pretty awesome, right? Well, that’s exactly what happened for me when British pop sensation Mika took the stage at The Roxy Theatre in West Hollywood on Wednesday night. The delightfully outrageous performer said he “came out of retirement” to premiere new material from his upcoming second album, as well as a soon-to-be released acoustic LP. In his first show of 2009, Mika ran onto the stage and opened the concert with “Grace Kelly,” the first major US single from his 2007 album “Life in Cartoon Motion.” After pleasing the crowd with a couple more familiar hits, Mika debuted his first new song of the night, “Good Gone Girl,” and joked with the crowd about his fans wondering if it was “going to be crap.” The catchy tune definitely was not “crap” and it made me look forward to the rest of his new collection of songs. Up next was an extended version of “Stuck in the Middle,” my favorite track from his first album, “Life in Cartoon Motion.” The performance showcased his unstoppable vocal range, which covers several octaves. Sitting at the piano, Mika had the audience giggling when he forgot a line to the crowd favorite “Billy Brown.” He quickly recovered and had the fans singing along with him in no time. The second new song Mika premiered was the playful “Toyboy,” where he told his fans, ”We have to be quiet, because it’s all about the words.” This new tune reminded me what a talented piano player and musician he is. “Blame it on the Girls” was the third new song that Mika performed and by the end of the performance, he had the crowd singing and clapping to the chorus! Mika appeared genuinely happy to have such loyal fans and took every chance to get the crowd involved. During his lively performance of “Love Today,” he called on the audience to jump in the air with him. Later, the flamboyant performer surprised the crowd with an explosion of confetti during his colorful song “Lollipop.” For his encore, Mika gave the crowd a sneak peek at “Blue Eyes,” another track from his upcoming record. After song requests, and even some marriage proposals, Mika returned to the song he started the show with. He told his fans that he wanted to perform “Grace Kelly” a second time because he said that that he wasn’t going to be doing it as much on his next tour. Mika didn’t sing the disco hit “Relax (Take it Easy),” possibly because the song wouldn’t have gone with the stripped down acoustic feel of the show. In fact, Mika revealed that he has a worldwide acoustic tour planned, which will return to the city of last night’s show. “Los Angeles,” he said to the excited crowd. “Los Angeles never disappoints.” Copyright 2009 by NBC Universal, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nana06 Posted April 17, 2009 Share Posted April 17, 2009 I'm having another ignorant moment, what's an ep? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keti Posted April 17, 2009 Share Posted April 17, 2009 Opened a new thread with a couple of very positive reviews here as well, please come and comment! http://www.mikafanclub.com/forums/showthread.php?t=18267 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kath Posted April 17, 2009 Share Posted April 17, 2009 Could I just say a HUGE thank you to the mods and admin who have worked so hard this week. All the reports and reviews are so much easier to find than they used to be. I love you all:wub2: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robertina Posted April 17, 2009 Share Posted April 17, 2009 Could I just say a HUGE thank you to the mods and admin who have worked so hard this week. All the reports and reviews are so much easier to find than they used to be. I love you all:wub2: and we love you loving us! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mari62 Posted April 17, 2009 Share Posted April 17, 2009 I'm having another ignorant moment, what's an ep? "An extended play (EP) is a vinyl record, CD, or music download which contains more music than a single, but is too short to qualify as an LP. Usually, an EP has around 10–28 minutes of music, a single has up to 10 minutes, and an album generally has 30–80 minutes. Mini-LPs generally contain 20–30 minutes of music.[1] In the United Kingdom, the Official Chart Company defines a cut off between EP and album classification at 25 minutes length or four tracks (plus alternative versions of featured songs)." http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ep Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nana06 Posted April 17, 2009 Share Posted April 17, 2009 "An extended play (EP) is a vinyl record, CD, or music download which contains more music than a single, but is too short to qualify as an LP. Usually, an EP has around 10–28 minutes of music, a single has up to 10 minutes, and an album generally has 30–80 minutes. Mini-LPs generally contain 20–30 minutes of music.[1] In the United Kingdom, the Official Chart Company defines a cut off between EP and album classification at 25 minutes length or four tracks (plus alternative versions of featured songs)." http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ep Thank you I now know what everyone is talking about! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ellie13 Posted April 17, 2009 Share Posted April 17, 2009 Thanks for posting! Wish I had been there...x Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soaring Simpson Posted April 17, 2009 Share Posted April 17, 2009 Those are good ones- especially the first! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mari62 Posted April 17, 2009 Share Posted April 17, 2009 Thank you I now know what everyone is talking about! You're very welcome nana! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keti Posted April 17, 2009 Share Posted April 17, 2009 Thanks for posting! Wish I had been there...x You're welcome I wish that too Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
agathaxxx Posted April 17, 2009 Share Posted April 17, 2009 thanks 4 posting! awww the first one described him as 'The cute Brit' the title of the 1st one is clever- Mika comes out.....of retirement i thought they were gonna say 'of the the closet' or something like that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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