Marilyn Mastin Posted November 8, 2013 Share Posted November 8, 2013 (edited) But he has been virtually forgotten, in general, outside of Italy.I'm not talking about dedicated fans, but by those who were mildly interested in his music but now coming on places like Twitter asking whatever happened to him. People who aren't interested in him being a judge on a talent show. I am hoping that in London in a few weeks, that the buzz around the Swatch watch brings him back to the attention of the UK again, because here, it's like he's disappeared off the face of the earth. I hear ya. I agree. I hope the Swatch campaign gets him known again here in the United Kingdom of Mikaless-so-not-so-great Britain!! But that duet is so good. It's too good for Italy alone. Mika and Chiara need to be number one worldwide. I've never heard such a beautiful duet, and I'm not just saying that because I'm a Mika fan. If I wasn't a Mika fan and saw that video, I would be logging on to MFC right after seeing it, I swear! *swears on the Bible* But all this hype can only be good. Those people who thought his music career might suffer because of the talent show, can heave a sigh of relief, because the opposite is happening! Edited November 8, 2013 by Marilyn Mastin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mamiam Posted November 8, 2013 Share Posted November 8, 2013 But he has been virtually forgotten, in general, outside of Italy.I'm not talking about dedicated fans, but by those who were mildly interested in his music but now coming on places like Twitter asking whatever happened to him. People who aren't interested in him being a judge on a talent show. I am hoping that in London in a few weeks, that the buzz around the Swatch watch brings him back to the attention of the UK again, because here, it's like he's disappeared off the face of the earth. Yes, it's very sad, and a big shame, that UK seems to have forgotten their London citizen MIKA! But that happened before he moved to Italy for some months. So yes, let's really hope that he buzz around Swatch watch will wake people up, and realize that "time didn't stand still" - and that there will be a revival for him - at least when there's a new alb. out - BUT then he needs proper promotion!! It's just the same here - but of course our market isn't important at all, compared to UK... Love,love me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dcdeb Posted November 8, 2013 Share Posted November 8, 2013 I am hoping that in London in a few weeks, that the buzz around the Swatch watch brings him back to the attention of the UK again, because here, it's like he's disappeared off the face of the earth. I hope so, too, Rose. Although I doubt that a one-day appearance in London is going to do much for his visibility... Unless his team has managed to get him on a couple shows to promote the Swatch as well. Anyway, I'll keep my fingers crossed that you're right. As for the duet with Chiara... well, I just love Stardust, always have, both the album version and the ballad version that Mika's done in his shows. But Chiara's voice really doesn't appeal to me -- not sure what Mika hears in it. But I am thrilled that he's selling some records in Italy and that he's so happy. His "Italian adventure" has had some positive outcomes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christine Posted November 8, 2013 Share Posted November 8, 2013 He'll definitely not be forgotten, like someone feared when the news about being an X-factor judge came, and because of his stay in Italy Did he ever had a better year than 2013 ?! Do you really think anyone outside of Italy knows or cares what he's been doing? They'll never even know about Stardust. Even when Mika tweets about it, he tweets in Italian, ensuring anyone who is not Italian completely tunes out. I have met hundreds of Mika fans over the years and I can't think of one who is paying any attention to any of this. All they want to know is when is he going to make new music and actually perform somewhere outside of Italy and France. I agree with you though that he does seem happy and inspired so I can totally appreciate that. And I hope all these people watching X Factor are going to buy the album and realize he's not just a pretty face. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mamiam Posted November 8, 2013 Share Posted November 8, 2013 Do you really think anyone outside of Italy knows or cares what he's been doing? They'll never even know about Stardust. Even when Mika tweets about it, he tweets in Italian, ensuring anyone who is not Italian completely tunes out. I have met hundreds of Mika fans over the years and I can't think of one who is paying any attention to any of this. All they want to know is when is he going to make new music and actually perform somewhere outside of Italy and France. I agree with you though that he does seem happy and inspired so I can totally appreciate that. And I hope all these people watching X Factor are going to buy the album and realize he's not just a pretty face. I think you understand what I ment to say: that MIKA will not be forgotten BECAUSE OF his involvement in Italy! If he's forgotten, it will be for other reasons, imo:blink: As long as he's very active, like he is this year - and as long as we're not left behind WITHOUT new music, it's all good And I will be very surprised if he will not sell lots more albums in Italy, after this judging job. People are not stupid, and they've now got to know him, and his skill, and other good qualities - at least that's what I hope for ... Love,love me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marilyn Mastin Posted November 8, 2013 Share Posted November 8, 2013 I think you understand what I ment to say: that MIKA will not be forgotten BECAUSE OF his involvement in Italy! If he's forgotten, it will be for other reasons, imo:blink: As long as he's very active, like he is this year - and as long as we're not left behind WITHOUT new music, it's all good And I will be very surprised if he will not sell lots more albums in Italy, after this judging job. People are not stupid, and they've now got to know him, and his skill, and other good qualities - at least that's what I hope for ... Love,love me Me too. Even if it's only in in Italy his album sales will count to his world total album sales, and the #1 single will count to his world total of #1 singles. But I do hope he will do something else to help his promotion in the UK, when he comes to do the Swatch event. I've been hoping he'll sing on X Factor UK (now he could sing Stardust with Chiara) but that probably won't happen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dcdeb Posted November 8, 2013 Share Posted November 8, 2013 I've been hoping he'll sing on X Factor UK (now he could sing Stardust with Chiara) but that probably won't happen. That's an interesting question -- would Simon Cowell put Mika on X Factor UK now, even just to sing as the musical guest, since he's done such a bang-up job on X Factor Italia? And would Mika do it if he were invited? Hmm... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alireine Posted November 8, 2013 Share Posted November 8, 2013 That's an interesting question -- would Simon Cowell put Mika on X Factor UK now, even just to sing as the musical guest, since he's done such a bang-up job on X Factor Italia? And would Mika do it if he were invited? Hmm... Yes, I was asking me the same Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marilyn Mastin Posted November 8, 2013 Share Posted November 8, 2013 That's an interesting question -- would Simon Cowell put Mika on X Factor UK now, even just to sing as the musical guest, since he's done such a bang-up job on X Factor Italia? And would Mika do it if he were invited? Hmm... I've been hoping it would happen. I thought maybe with Ariana singing Popular Song. But now I want (if he has to sing with someone) the duet with Chiara. It is so beautiful and so is he! People could not help but love him. She's Simon's act, and now she's singing with Mika, surely Simon will want the song to do well, and, as you said, he's exceeded all expectations on XFI. He's even exceeded MY expectations! Surely Simon realises what a jewel he is! Maybe Simon will get Mika and Chiara on some shows, and get publicity for the single. But maybe that's just me, hoping for the best, as usual. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silver Posted November 8, 2013 Author Share Posted November 8, 2013 That's an interesting question -- would Simon Cowell put Mika on X Factor UK now, even just to sing as the musical guest, since he's done such a bang-up job on X Factor Italia? And would Mika do it if he were invited? Hmm... Simon wouldn't ask - Mika isn't a big enough draw in the UK. And Mika knows that XF UK is still a crap programme. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RAK1 Posted November 8, 2013 Share Posted November 8, 2013 (edited) I hope so, too, Rose. Although I doubt that a one-day appearance in London is going to do much for his visibility... Unless his team has managed to get him on a couple shows to promote the Swatch as well. Anyway, I'll keep my fingers crossed that you're right. As for the duet with Chiara... well, I just love Stardust, always have, both the album version and the ballad version that Mika's done in his shows. But Chiara's voice really doesn't appeal to me -- not sure what Mika hears in it. But I am thrilled that he's selling some records in Italy and that he's so happy. His "Italian adventure" has had some positive outcomes. The Paul O Grady tv show starts again in the next couple of weeks, I'm keeping my fingers crossed (most likely in vain) And I thought I would be in the extreme minority of the duet with Chiara, I honestly don't feel any emotion from her when she is singing. Sorry, I don't mean to offend anyone who likes her, but she just doesn't do it for me at all. Edited November 8, 2013 by RAK1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
willywonka Posted November 8, 2013 Share Posted November 8, 2013 Do you really think anyone outside of Italy knows or cares what he's been doing? They'll never even know about Stardust. Even when Mika tweets about it, he tweets in Italian, ensuring anyone who is not Italian completely tunes out. I have met hundreds of Mika fans over the years and I can't think of one who is paying any attention to any of this. All they want to know is when is he going to make new music and actually perform somewhere outside of Italy and France.. That's an interesting question -- would Simon Cowell put Mika on X Factor UK now, even just to sing as the musical guest, since he's done such a bang-up job on X Factor Italia? And would Mika do it if he were invited? Hmm... Simon wouldn't ask - Mika isn't a big enough draw in the UK. And Mika knows that XF UK is still a crap programme. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BiaIchihara Posted November 9, 2013 Share Posted November 9, 2013 MIKA official @mikasounds 22m Can't sleep. Went down to the lobby and am hanging out out with the cat of The Bristol. pic.twitter.com/JwrloTU5oH Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Poisonyoulove Posted November 9, 2013 Share Posted November 9, 2013 MIKA official @mikasounds 22m Can't sleep. Went down to the lobby and am hanging out out with the cat of The Bristol. pic.twitter.com/JwrloTU5oH Well, I have a new favorite photo! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mamiam Posted November 9, 2013 Share Posted November 9, 2013 MIKA official @mikasounds 22m Can't sleep. Went down to the lobby and am hanging out out with the cat of The Bristol. pic.twitter.com/JwrloTU5oH OMG - this is the cutest pic ever!! I love cats - and I love MIKA - this is perfect, and my new fav. pic too - thanks for sharing!! Love,love me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tulun♥23 Posted November 9, 2013 Share Posted November 9, 2013 MIKA official @mikasounds 22m Can't sleep. Went down to the lobby and am hanging out out with the cat of The Bristol. pic.twitter.com/JwrloTU5oH Oh my god!! :fangurl: This is so adorable!!!! That man hasn't changed at all since 1983 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Julia Welcomes Posted November 9, 2013 Share Posted November 9, 2013 Mel must be jealous.... "Can`t get no rest, keep walking around..." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lollipop161 Posted November 9, 2013 Share Posted November 9, 2013 Omg that's it, I'm meltinggg :swoon: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yuna Posted November 9, 2013 Share Posted November 9, 2013 Mel must be jealous.... "Can`t get no rest, keep walking around..." It's so true that he really writes his story I don't walk around but play with my cell phone all night Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krysady Posted November 9, 2013 Share Posted November 9, 2013 Fa-raon,the famous cat of The Bristol Hotel in Paris: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikasister Posted November 9, 2013 Share Posted November 9, 2013 Fa-raon,the famous cat of The Bristol Hotel in Paris: I'm in love right now Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krysady Posted November 9, 2013 Share Posted November 9, 2013 I'm in love right now He is a beauty! Imagine people stepping in into the hotel,and seeing Mika lying on the floor playing with the cat at 3am in the morning Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lollipop161 Posted November 9, 2013 Share Posted November 9, 2013 It's so true that he really writes his story I don't walk around but play with my cell phone all night Same here Fa-raon,the famous cat of The Bristol Hotel in Paris: Ohhh and I thought he's in England or something What a beautiful cat!!! Btw, he wrote twice "out" in his tweet... is it a mistake or am I missing something here? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kumazzz Posted November 9, 2013 Share Posted November 9, 2013 Fa-raon,the famous cat of The Bristol Hotel in Paris: http://videos.tf1.fr/infos/2010/un-chat-resident-a-l-annee-dans-un-grand-hotel-parisien-6153733.html [YOUTUBE]bZ01ZBtG4pA[/YOUTUBE] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zimwana Posted November 9, 2013 Share Posted November 9, 2013 He is a beauty! Imagine people stepping in into the hotel,and seeing Mika lying on the floor playing with the cat at 3am in the morning Ha ha I would love to be a fly on the wall and witness that! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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