dcdeb Posted June 9, 2009 Share Posted June 9, 2009 Mika Unveils New Songs In London (dcdeb asks: Why do they insist on using this old photo???) Mika June 09, 2009 08:53 AM ET Mark Sutherland, London U.K. pop artist Mika unveiled new material at an intimate, acoustic gig at London's Sadler's Wells theater last night (June 8). The singer, whose "Life in Cartoon Motion" (Island) debut album is BPI-certified quadruple platinum (1.2 million shipments) in the United Kingdom, performed two tracks from his forthcoming sophomore album, due in September, alongside more familiar material. "Good Gone Girl" and "Blame It on the Girls," were both upbeat, flamboyant pop anthems in a similar vein to previous hits like "Grace Kelly" and "Love Today." He also aired all four songs from his current "Songs for Sorrow" EP -- "Toy Boy," "Lonely Alcoholic," "Blue Eyes" and "Lady Jane" -- which show a more soulful side to the singer. Despite being billed as a "stripped down" acoustic show, the gig still featured plenty of Mika's trademark showmanship. As well as a silvery stage set and a full string section, at one point there was a simulated thunderstorm, complete with glitter "rain," while during set-closer "Lollipop" giant inflatable balls were hurled into the audience. The set ended with his U.K. hit "Relax (Take It Easy)," which prompted a stage invasion by dozens of fans. The gig follows similar shows in Berlin, Amsterdam, Brussels and Milan. Mika plays two sold out shows at Paris Cirque D'Hiver June 11-12 and a U.S. show at New York Poisson Rouge June 23. http://www.billboard.com/bbcom/news/mika-unveils-new-songs-in-london-1003981573.story Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FOUCHONNERET Posted June 9, 2009 Share Posted June 9, 2009 thanks to post it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xlindee Posted June 9, 2009 Share Posted June 9, 2009 Linde certainly asks herself the same. Why such an old pic? I mean, that one was from like, end 2006 start 2007? Its not like he hasn't done any photoshoot or anything since then lol. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
guylainem123 Posted June 9, 2009 Share Posted June 9, 2009 (dcdeb asks: Why do they insist on using this old photo???) hmm because it's bought and paid for? thanks for posting! and welcome back from cloud 9! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
annabelle Posted June 9, 2009 Share Posted June 9, 2009 Thanks for posting! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iridaceae Posted June 9, 2009 Share Posted June 9, 2009 Thanks for posting! They really should use other photo's indeed, he doesn't even look very much like him on that one imo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikalollipop_karla Posted June 9, 2009 Share Posted June 9, 2009 thanks for posting Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xlindee Posted June 9, 2009 Share Posted June 9, 2009 @ iris: I agree. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mari62 Posted June 9, 2009 Share Posted June 9, 2009 T4P Deb and welcome back! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laura* Posted June 9, 2009 Share Posted June 9, 2009 TFP! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IngievV Posted June 9, 2009 Share Posted June 9, 2009 T4p! Unveiled? Some journalists are very slow:roftl: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikas_gal07 Posted June 9, 2009 Share Posted June 9, 2009 Mika Unveils New Songs In London (dcdeb asks: Why do they insist on using this old photo???) Mika June 09, 2009 08:53 AM ET Mark Sutherland, London U.K. pop artist Mika unveiled new material at an intimate, acoustic gig at London's Sadler's Wells theater last night (June 8). The singer, whose "Life in Cartoon Motion" (Island) debut album is BPI-certified quadruple platinum (1.2 million shipments) in the United Kingdom, performed two tracks from his forthcoming sophomore album, due in September, alongside more familiar material. "Good Gone Girl" and "Blame It on the Girls," were both upbeat, flamboyant pop anthems in a similar vein to previous hits like "Grace Kelly" and "Love Today." He also aired all four songs from his current "Songs for Sorrow" EP -- "Toy Boy," "Lonely Alcoholic," "Blue Eyes" and "Lady Jane" -- which show a more soulful side to the singer. Despite being billed as a "stripped down" acoustic show, the gig still featured plenty of Mika's trademark showmanship. As well as a silvery stage set and a full string section, at one point there was a simulated thunderstorm, complete with glitter "rain," while during set-closer "Lollipop" giant inflatable balls were hurled into the audience. The set ended with his U.K. hit "Relax (Take It Easy)," which prompted a stage invasion by dozens of fans. The gig follows similar shows in Berlin, Amsterdam, Brussels and Milan. Mika plays two sold out shows at Paris Cirque D'Hiver June 11-12 and a U.S. show at New York Poisson Rouge June 23. http://www.billboard.com/bbcom/news/mika-unveils-new-songs-in-london-1003981573.story Thanks deb ! Prompted stage invasion ..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
avoca Posted June 9, 2009 Share Posted June 9, 2009 thanks, deb. ohhh.. they are new... ohhh.... never heard them before... :shocked: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marilyn Mastin Posted June 10, 2009 Share Posted June 10, 2009 Mika Unveils New Songs In London (dcdeb asks: Why do they insist on using this old photo???) Mika June 09, 2009 08:53 AM ET Mark Sutherland, London U.K. pop artist Mika unveiled new material at an intimate, acoustic gig at London's Sadler's Wells theater last night (June 8). The singer, whose "Life in Cartoon Motion" (Island) debut album is BPI-certified quadruple platinum (1.2 million shipments) in the United Kingdom, performed two tracks from his forthcoming sophomore album, due in September, alongside more familiar material. "Good Gone Girl" and "Blame It on the Girls," were both upbeat, flamboyant pop anthems in a similar vein to previous hits like "Grace Kelly" and "Love Today." He also aired all four songs from his current "Songs for Sorrow" EP -- "Toy Boy," "Lonely Alcoholic," "Blue Eyes" and "Lady Jane" -- which show a more soulful side to the singer. Despite being billed as a "stripped down" acoustic show, the gig still featured plenty of Mika's trademark showmanship. As well as a silvery stage set and a full string section, at one point there was a simulated thunderstorm, complete with glitter "rain," while during set-closer "Lollipop" giant inflatable balls were hurled into the audience. The set ended with his U.K. hit "Relax (Take It Easy)," which prompted a stage invasion by dozens of fans. The gig follows similar shows in Berlin, Amsterdam, Brussels and Milan. Mika plays two sold out shows at Paris Cirque D'Hiver June 11-12 and a U.S. show at New York Poisson Rouge June 23. http://www.billboard.com/bbcom/news/mika-unveils-new-songs-in-london-1003981573.story Great article! Shame about the picture. They need to seek out some new ones of him! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
agnieszka Posted June 10, 2009 Share Posted June 10, 2009 Can't believe I made it to a billboard article.. I'm one of the dozens! I'm famous! I would like to thank all the people I invaded with. I wouldn't have made it without you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FREDDIESDOUBLE Posted June 10, 2009 Share Posted June 10, 2009 Thanks Deb! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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