Salura22 Posted February 19, 2015 Share Posted February 19, 2015 I am going to proactively change these discussions with a very late review >.<. So I attended this night as my first and only Mika concert as of yet >.>. I had a lot of expectations. I attended the dinner before hand and sat with my friends from MFC and a few new ones. All through dinner people would start to talk about the upcoming show and how excited they were, they would then look at me and quickly shut it. I didn't mind but apparently they didn't want to ruin anything. The only thing going in that I knew was that it would be mind altering. My seat was in Row V (back rows of the floor seats) and the first thing I noticed was the camera crew beside myself and MK. I have the sneaking suspicion there will be a DVD...although it might have just been a camera crew but they did have audio equipment as well. The Orchestra prepared and it was rather nice to just listen to them tune and prepare for a wonderful show, they did a splendid job all through the concert chiming in at just the right moments, blending perfectly with Mika and the other singers. The raw talent that you could tell was perfectly sculpted over years of dedication. This being said, as they tuned, I was so anxious that I was basically shaking in my seat waiting for Mika to make his grand entrance. Finally the music started and I sat at the edge of my seat dying to see him enter. When he finally did, honestly...it felt unreal...I think I didn't register until he preformed Rain. I am a huge fan of that song so hearing it preformed was exciting in and of itself. Then he preformed Overrated and I just about died, I actually NEVER liked overrated...I just didn't care for it. It was like hearing it for the first time I was overcome with emotion, there were goosebumps all up and down my arms, needless to say I immediately went to the hotel after the show and listened to it >.<. Over my shoulder came sometime after, that was something I hadn't expected, I must admit I was informed it would be preformed BUT I hadn't expected it originally. I loved it because it was nice to see Mika get back to something he hadn't done in so long but at the same time I have to say...I prefer the original version >.>. I think Heroes was probably my favourite performance...I didn't think it would be and while listening to it I felt that familiar tightening in my chest that the song usually is accompanied with but I did not realize the true power it had until the song ended and I realized...my heart was POUNDING, I knew then that THIS was different. Elle Me Dit was the last memorable song for me. So much energy but still very low key. The audience began clapping and cheering and the conductor quickly shut us up but it was still awesome that it had such a reaction. I loved how even though he had to be reserved he seemed to still have a hard time not dancing in spot. Final thoughts? Next time I'm putting out the money for front rows LMAOO!!! Wonder if they sell tickets for that stool he never sat on >.>... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazyaboutmika Posted February 19, 2015 Share Posted February 19, 2015 I am going to proactively change these discussions with a very late review >.<. So I attended this night as my first and only Mika concert as of yet >.>. I had a lot of expectations. I attended the dinner before hand and sat with my friends from MFC and a few new ones. All through dinner people would start to talk about the upcoming show and how excited they were, they would then look at me and quickly shut it. I didn't mind but apparently they didn't want to ruin anything. The only thing going in that I knew was that it would be mind altering. My seat was in Row V (back rows of the floor seats) and the first thing I noticed was the camera crew beside myself and MK. I have the sneaking suspicion there will be a DVD...although it might have just been a camera crew but they did have audio equipment as well. The Orchestra prepared and it was rather nice to just listen to them tune and prepare for a wonderful show, they did a splendid job all through the concert chiming in at just the right moments, blending perfectly with Mika and the other singers. The raw talent that you could tell was perfectly sculpted over years of dedication. This being said, as they tuned, I was so anxious that I was basically shaking in my seat waiting for Mika to make his grand entrance. Finally the music started and I sat at the edge of my seat dying to see him enter. When he finally did, honestly...it felt unreal...I think I didn't register until he preformed Rain. I am a huge fan of that song so hearing it preformed was exciting in and of itself. Then he preformed Overrated and I just about died, I actually NEVER liked overrated...I just didn't care for it. It was like hearing it for the first time I was overcome with emotion, there were goosebumps all up and down my arms, needless to say I immediately went to the hotel after the show and listened to it >.<. Over my shoulder came sometime after, that was something I hadn't expected, I must admit I was informed it would be preformed BUT I hadn't expected it originally. I loved it because it was nice to see Mika get back to something he hadn't done in so long but at the same time I have to say...I prefer the original version >.>. I think Heroes was probably my favourite performance...I didn't think it would be and while listening to it I felt that familiar tightening in my chest that the song usually is accompanied with but I did not realize the true power it had until the song ended and I realized...my heart was POUNDING, I knew then that THIS was different. Elle Me Dit was the last memorable song for me. So much energy but still very low key. The audience began clapping and cheering and the conductor quickly shut us up but it was still awesome that it had such a reaction. I loved how even though he had to be reserved he seemed to still have a hard time not dancing in spot. Final thoughts? Next time I'm putting out the money for front rows LMAOO!!! Wonder if they sell tickets for that stool he never sat on >.>... Thanks a lot for sharing your first gig report That camera you noticed makes me happy and I'm glad you enjoyed yourself and I hope you can be front row and dance at your next Mika gig Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LilStar Posted February 19, 2015 Share Posted February 19, 2015 At this point, we should move on... This thread deserves better I can't believe it's been over a week already since we got together I know omg. It stil' feels like a dream honestly!!! :wub2: Everything went by so fast! (And yet when i work it seems to take forever.. Thanks brain ) !!! Everytime i listen to his songs now, i imagine the orchestra and awww And i kinda miss everyone too. That was the "ohmygodfeelings" moment of the day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazyaboutmika Posted February 19, 2015 Share Posted February 19, 2015 I know omg. It stil' feels like a dream honestly!!! :wub2: Everything went by so fast! (And yet when i work it seems to take forever.. Thanks brain ) !!! Everytime i listen to his songs now, i imagine the orchestra and awww And i kinda miss everyone too. That was the "ohmygodfeelings" moment of the day. I'm reading all reports and yours made me fangurl so much with all those little details Thank you Rox Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
followthesound Posted February 20, 2015 Share Posted February 20, 2015 Thanks so much for your report, what a thrill to have a concert like this as one's first Mika live gig!! I am soo happy to hear about a pro camera crew in the concert. As there were no big screens show video during the concert, this footage MUST be for some goodness in the future!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
followthesound Posted February 20, 2015 Share Posted February 20, 2015 At this point, we should move on... This thread deserves better I can't believe it's been over a week already since we got together I couldn't agree more!! By the way, it was really nice to get to know you in person, Guylaine, after knowing Deb and her kindness and consideration beyond reproach since 2009. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
guylainem123 Posted February 20, 2015 Author Share Posted February 20, 2015 Thanks so much for your report, what a thrill to have a concert like this as one's first Mika live gig!!I am soo happy to hear about a pro camera crew in the concert. As there were no big screens show video during the concert, this footage MUST be for some goodness in the future!!! I hope so also! It was so nice putting a face to the name! Hope to see you during the next tour! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
guylainem123 Posted February 20, 2015 Author Share Posted February 20, 2015 And i just updated my signature! I was right... i saw Mika 10 times! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mine Posted February 20, 2015 Share Posted February 20, 2015 And i just updated my signature!I was right... i saw Mika 10 times! and Thanks to Mika, I finally saw The Famous Guylaine and Montréal!!! and It was great! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Salura22 Posted February 20, 2015 Share Posted February 20, 2015 Thanks so much for your report, what a thrill to have a concert like this as one's first Mika live gig!!I am soo happy to hear about a pro camera crew in the concert. As there were no big screens show video during the concert, this footage MUST be for some goodness in the future!!! awwwww no problem <3 Yeah I never really noticed it but it is pretty cool that such a unique concert was my first <3. Unfortunately I was informed they were broadcasting the concert outside of the hall which might be why they were recording T_T but I am still hopeful! Thanks a lot for sharing your first gig report That camera you noticed makes me happy and I'm glad you enjoyed yourself and I hope you can be front row and dance at your next Mika gig No problem love <3 I hope I can be too! >.< I would have loved to have seen his facial expressions and what not but I couldn't really see all that detail T_T. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
guylainem123 Posted February 28, 2015 Author Share Posted February 28, 2015 I don't know if i posted these before or not... but i don't think so. They are from our MFC get together Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
guylainem123 Posted February 28, 2015 Author Share Posted February 28, 2015 my meal Our table setting & menu Maple candies i bought for everyone... Did you guys try them yet? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cathouzouf Posted February 28, 2015 Share Posted February 28, 2015 Nice pics Guylaine! Thanks for sharing:huglove: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tiibet Posted February 28, 2015 Share Posted February 28, 2015 Guylaine! I had a maple syrup candy in my bag! Eating it this very moment!!!! Thanks for sharing the pics Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
guylainem123 Posted February 28, 2015 Author Share Posted February 28, 2015 Guylaine! I had a maple syrup candy in my bag! Eating it this very moment!!!! Thanks for sharing the pics ha! a Montreal souvenir! They taste as close to "sugar on snow", without being "sugar on snow" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DutchAnnie Posted February 28, 2015 Share Posted February 28, 2015 I tried the maple syrup candy at the meetup. It was very tasty so we bought more candies and took them home to give them to our family. I'm sure they're going to love them too. And we bought maple syrup too. Thanks for the pics. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazyaboutmika Posted February 28, 2015 Share Posted February 28, 2015 Thanks for sharing those pics Guy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
guylainem123 Posted February 28, 2015 Author Share Posted February 28, 2015 I tried the maple syrup candy at the meetup. It was very tasty so we bought more candies and took them home to give them to our family. I'm sure they're going to love them too. And we bought maple syrup too. Thanks for the pics. oooh! you have to make pancakes and pour maple syrup on them! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DutchAnnie Posted February 28, 2015 Share Posted February 28, 2015 oooh! you have to make pancakes and pour maple syrup on them! That's exactly my plan. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazyaboutmika Posted February 28, 2015 Share Posted February 28, 2015 That's exactly my plan. That's so good Now I want pancakes with maple syrup Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
guylainem123 Posted February 28, 2015 Author Share Posted February 28, 2015 That's exactly my plan. did you taste it yet? it is sweet, but not quite the same taste as the candies Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DutchAnnie Posted February 28, 2015 Share Posted February 28, 2015 That's so good Now I want pancakes with maple syrup You can come over and help me baking the pancakes. did you taste it yet? it is sweet, but not quite the same taste as the candies No I haven't tasted it yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
guylainem123 Posted February 28, 2015 Author Share Posted February 28, 2015 You can come over and help me baking the pancakes. No I haven't tasted it yet. When you open the can (or bottle), keep it in the fridge... it will stay good for months (that is if you can stop yourself from eating it ) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DutchAnnie Posted February 28, 2015 Share Posted February 28, 2015 When you open the can (or bottle), keep it in the fridge... it will stay good for months (that is if you can stop yourself from eating it ) Thanks for the tip. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazyaboutmika Posted February 28, 2015 Share Posted February 28, 2015 You can come over and help me baking the pancakes. No I haven't tasted it yet. It's very sweet Yes, I'll help you Annie , I'm used to baking crepes anyway Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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