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PHOTOS: Of Course There are Disco Balls Behind Adam Lambert on the Idol Tour

SPL115817_002 OH SNAP — Adam Lambert, Kris Allen, and those other American Idol types remind fans in Sunrise, Fl., why they were glued to their televisions for four hours every week. (Photos: Splash News)

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61 Comments*

  • D-Sun

    I’m certainly seeing balls in number four…

  • Cate

    Adam is a sexy, hott, rock God from the planet Fierce!!!! Sex on legs, that man.

  • Henry Holland

    What a shame he took the goth route. He’s beautiful here:

    [img]http://quickjams.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/06/144.jpg[/img]

  • AlanInSLC

    @Henry Holland:
    Looks like he’s preparing to go on a LSD…I mean LDS mission.

  • David

    I’m only now starting to realize how amazingly attractive he is. Sue me, I’m a slow learner. I actually may pick up tickets for Newark.

  • David

    Um, Lambert I mean.

  • PMarks

    The most beautiful quality Adam Lambert has is just how happy he seems to be on stage. From what I’ve been reading of tour reviews, the guy is killing it.

  • A

    God I love him so fucking much!!

  • kat

    Adam’s beautiful soul (inside and out) has captured the hearts of everyone… young, old, men, women, straight, gay, black or white. Not only that, this guy can sing like no one on this planet!!!!

  • ernesto66

    Sorry, I didn’t watch the show, I’ve never watched it, so maybe I’m not the most qualified to comment. He’s great. He’s Madonna 20 years ago – both good and smart enough to know how to market himself. I admire the f*ck out of him for being so forward, so talented and for winning. I mean, even I know that 2nd place on that show is a win.

    That being said… Every time there’s an interview with him I see and hear Rex Reed. Furthest thing from sexy, ever.

  • osocubano

    @ernesto66:
    Yeah, I’m also trying to figure out what’s “sexy” about him, and I’m not seeing it.

  • ianaleah

    Sure, Adam Lambert is an outstanding singer, amazing singer, but he has a magnetic, charismatic, amiable personality and admirable individuality that is recognized by it’s rareness as beautiful and liberating. Adam has ‘high vibrations’ good energy , & since like goes to like of the same frequency- he attracts those with open minds & warm hearts no matter the age, gender, race or religion.Some performers on stage project ‘look at me’ but Adam on stage clearly performs with the purpose of entertaining the audience and having fun with it. He makes us feel good.

  • Bianca

    ernesto66 , I mostly agree with you except for the fact that Madonna never had a 1/10 of his voice.

    Anyway, the guy is a phenomenon – beautiful inside and out, great charisma, outrageous voice and showmanship, high intelligence and skill in communicating with people.
    Oh, he’s also the sexiest bitch EVER.
    Isn’t it funny that the overwhelming majority of his fans are women (like me) who think he’s the sexiest man that ever lived while gays seem to be kind of indifferent to him?

    Mad World indeed.

  • Angel Morini

    For those of you not seeing how sexy this guy is, I hope that they are testing the cure on rats or something and that it will be available to the public soon!

  • Jenn

    Adam is a Mega Talent no doubt. He is definately killing it on the tour – he is the tour!! He is so beautiful, SEXY, talented and charismatic. There just hasn’t been anyone like him around in a very long time. Madonna, MJ, and Elvis all in one package. On top of that he is so genuine and gracious. Just love him, love his music, love to watch this boy move!!

  • MB

    He’s so gorgeous and talented! I love his blue nails…and is his streak green now or is that just the light? Anyway, Adam is so talented and sexy. I can’t wait to see what his long and successful career brings!

  • Mattbydesign

    He looks like a gay pirate.

  • Jenn

    Bianca: That is so freaking crazy!! I agree it is mostly women who are falling at his feet. What the hell!! How can gay men not see that this guy is AMAZING!! Guys go on to youtube and watch him do the Bowie Medley and Starlight on tour. Then listen to the studio version of “Feeling Good” cause that gives you the full depth if his amazing voice range (which just gives me heat waves). If you still don’t find him sexy – I’d say the gods are laughing their asses off!!

  • chris

    This one is better I think. I like him.

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3jilKcviG6c

  • Cindy

    I think Adam is little bit like MJ. Adam’s sweet off stage like MJ was very shy off stage. And then they both become someone else on stage.

    I prefer this performance. “The Rock God on the Stage”

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x7gkAaA9iZ8&feature=related

  • Cindy

    By the way, I don’t think Adam looks gay at all. He looks like a straight hot Rock-Star to me.

  • media bias

    The boy is nothing about Goth he’s Rock and Roll with an emo flair when he’s in the mood. WLL in Dallas was the most suburb performance to date esp at 1:23 on the link provided. And of course the end with the mic stand is everyone’s fav. His Dallas show was really 250% “all in” for Adam, lots of extra care went into that show. Sweet boy, unpretentious and kind, and stand back when he hits the stage and his inner music genius takes over. God bless Adam Lambert as he enters the dangerous world of Superstardom where so many before him failed to make it ok. I hope he doesnt face a future of isolation either, because of freak fans thinking they own him.

  • Mark in Everett

    50-year old gay man here. Although Adam is not my “type,” I find him incredibly atrractive, sexy, etc. It’s the man, the talent, the personality, and the way he carries himself. I was sold on him the first time I saw him on AI singing and performing The Stones’ Satisfaction. Pure perfection.

  • Jenn

    @Mark in Everett: Yeah Mark!! I totally agree with you. Come on guys you have to be out there agreeing with Mark!!

  • Robbi

    55 year old straight grandmother of 2 here and I voted Adam all the way. I didn’t give a XXXX if he was or wasn’t – the man has a fabulous voice and I can’t wait for the first album to come out (no pun intended). He should have won, hands down. America is too hung up on the things that just don’t matter.

  • SweetSue

    Someone said, “God was showing off when he created Adam”! Amen to that. He is such a beautiful person, inside and out, immensely talented, kind, intelligent, humble – all that spells SEXY to me. Can’t wait to see him tomorrow in Atlanta! Less than 24 hours to go and counting . . . .

  • Amanda

    I love him so much. I can’t get enough of him. His voice is a gift from God. He is so incredibly sexy. I am counting the days until his CD comes out and when he has a solo concert, I will pay top dollar to see him.

  • Jim

    Adam Lambert may well be something we have never before seen in pop music or even celebrity – an openly gay performer that can completely transcend homophobia and become a huge star by sheer force of talent and charisma. No one, except stupid redneck wingnuts, seems to give a damn whether he’s gay or not, and that’s only a recent development in the culture. They just want to watch him perform and hear him sing. No one on IDOL before has generated so much hype, interest, and fascination. He just walks into the room and people want to know everything about him. For that kind of charisma you have to go back to the debuts of Madonna, Michael Jackson, Barbra Streisand, Elvis. If he plays his cards right he could go very, very far. As long as he remains gracious and doesn’t have a diva fit.

  • Harry1982

    Adam is phenomenal and incomparable, and he will surely be iconic. I can’t wait to see him in concerts and buy his albums.

  • wtdp

    Adam has fans from little kids to elderly who are CRAZY for him – WHO ELSE CAN SAY THAT? He is going to be huge, and I hope he enjoys every minute of it, he deserves it.

  • terrwill

    The guy is open, out, doesn’t give a flock of seagulls who knows and is actually a pretty good performer. He is in a committed relationship and can even win over a devout Christian boy like Kris Allen………..Kudos to both of them for being actual role models……….Adam for showing gay kids that you can be out, proud and successful and for Kris to show that he can leave behind all the right wing religous crap and accept and befriend a person for who they are not giving a shit what they are……Show your support to both!!

  • Annie

    Straight chick here = hot would be picture #9. And I know my beloved gays would agree with me on this one!

    Adams talented and all but his need to hide behind the emo “costume” (isn’t he a little old for that look – much less denim on denim – yikes!!) tells me he ain’t as comfortable with himself as he claims.

  • Bianca

    No. 24 · Mark and No. 29 · Jim, I agree. Mark, isn’t it funny how even if he’s not your “type” he becomes your “type” at least to some degree, lol? Never in my wildest dreams did I imagine an openly gay guy wearing more makeup than I do, would turn into my biggest fantasy and I’d think I have never seen a sexier man than him. It’s insanity.

    Jim,he’s completely “transcending” everything – homophobia, generation gaps, genders, ethnicities and anything else you can think of!
    The only demographic group he hasn’t conquered yet is the straight men and they never had much wits to begin with.

    I just hope he doesn’t have to become a recluse when he’s a megastar.

  • Vicki

    Yes, he is sexy. It does seem to be universal. He is transcending everything, indeed. I’m a lesbian! I took my kids to the Dallas show and he was amazing. The energy in the arena completely changes when that man is about to come onstage. Even the straight men were on their feet. If you are waiting for his solo show to go see him, but you have an opportunity to catch the Idol tour this year, GO!

    It’s a great show. They are all better live and Adam is worth every penny. The videos don’t come close to portraying just how good he is in person.

    And to whoever said that his pants make him seem not quite comfortable with himself, I disagree. Seeing him live, he is completely comfortable in his own skin, no doubt!

  • AudreyM

    I’m a grandmother, devout Christian, and I absolutely love Adam. I don’t care whether he is or isn’t – not my business. But he can sing like no other since Elvis. I will pay whatever necessary to attend his concerts. He is totally amazing.

  • Jon

    Oh dear . . .this isn’t your mothers american idol tour. “up with people meets soft-core” . . .an FOF nightmare.

    Hurrah!

  • Vicki

    Jon – no doubt there! have you seen the Tampa videos? Someone threw a whip and handcuffs onstage during the Bowie medley and he had a good time with them. Check it out

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E8IQkaMd-HA

    Hilarious, sexy and fun!

  • Jon

    Vicki – oh my.

  • dontblamemeivotedforhillary

    A can’t wait to see Adam Lambert – but not on the American Idol tour. I don’t baby-sit!

  • chris

    Here’s a clearer video with the whip:

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xQ677HalitA

  • Jenn

    Chris!!! OMG!! Adam is just too hot!! I love his voice, love his talent and love that he is soooo sexy.

  • Chris

    Here’s a video of Starlight:

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z06yZKrK0uw

  • Mark in Everett

    My first memory was the Beatles on Ed Sullivan. I remember how crazied my two older sisters were. I later became a huge fan of Elton, and of course I knew he was gay long before he finally, fully came out. I love music and pursued a career as a songwriter/singer. Nearly signed twice with WB in the early 80s but was told I wouldn’t be allowed to be openly gay. I would not agree so that’s were it ended. My pride in seeing Adam’s success – and acceptance as an out man – is inspiring almost beyond words. How times have changed for the better. I want to personally thank everyone for supporting Adam – I know his example is going to inspire a lot of young gay men and women – and others as well – to pursue their dream now that he’s kicked that door down. I’m especially happy that so many see and hear in him what I do – a truly amazing talent and a good soul. His parents and loved ones must be awesome people. I agree with whoever said God was showing off when he made Adam for us.

  • Bianca

    Mark, I’ve been trying to ‘crack” the secret to his popularity and he has so many things going for him. One of the things that make people respond to him is imo, the fact that he’s actually a role model to all people, not just gays or gay teens. He inspires people to be true to themselves, to not succumb to being like everybody and try to fit in, if they feel different in any way or people see them as misfits. He’s living proof that you can be a rebel and “weird” and succeed in a big way. You just have to follow your dreams and be confident and eventually you might make it. That’s a huge, powerful, inspiring message.

    His insane talents make it impossible to ignore him but it’s everything he projects as a person that makes people love him.

  • Brucek99

    I think Adam is freaking attractive. I can’t stop staring at him. I’m annoyed with the way everyone is lavishing attention on that stupid boy Kris Allen. I’m sick and tired of special treatment for someone because he’s nice to the gay guy. WTF is that all about? I’m tired of that attitude. It’s like look he’s talking to Adam and being nice to him. Isn’t Adam lucky to have a straight like him and not mind that he is gay. Adam should appreciate it and be thankful and humble. Well maybe that Allen kid should be thankful that a gay likes him. Don’t get me going on this.

    Any way Adam Lambert can keep me company any day.

  • Mark in Everett

    @Bianca: Thanks Bianca – I simply couldn’t agree with you more! Well said!

  • Swwood

    @osocubano: Have you seen ADAM?!!? LOL There is nothing more beautiful on this planet than ADAM LAMBERT, IMO! LOL

  • joanne

    @Annie: Number 9 is extremely cute. Number 1 is HOT. Huge difference.

  • joanne

    @joanne: Oh, straight girl here too!!!

  • Cindy

    Brucek99, Kris Allen is not a stupid boy, he’s an open minded kind hearted boy, just like Adam. I think most of the Adam fans like Kris because he loves and cares for Adam just as we all do. Who knows, he may be a glambert. It’s just that many other fans from both sides are having difficulty accepting the fact that they both are huge fan of each other and have true friendship. The contest is over and people should move on. What should of have been no longer matters and it’s a waste of time that would be better focused on the future. Whether you like Kris or not is your choice, but I think you can learn from these two young men how to open your heart and see the positive side of the world. “It’s a new dawn, it’s a new day, it’s a new life”… and he’s feeling good!

  • Republican

    Based strictly on looks, I don’t think Adam is that attractive. Kris Allen, on the other hand, is fucking sexy as hell.

  • Cindy

    @Republican: Kris is cute, but I find Adam smoking hot, insanely beautiful/handsome. His amazing hair, his piercing eyes, gorgeous noble nose, succulent lips… Oops, I just drooled on my laptop.

  • toni

    Maybe being gay is not our peferrence, but if one is (like Adam)we all should respect him….Adam is what he is….but when he is onstage, it’s all about his music….everyone(esp the haters)let’s just accept fact that Adam is really a one of a kind performer!!!God bless Adam and his family..

  • Angel

    Those who are blind to the sexiness ADAM oozes need to go for counseling. And to those who say it’s Kris who is sexy and not ADAM, they’re not blessed with good judgment. May you all be enlightened and pray for wisdom.

  • Mark in Everett

    A teachable moment: For those of you who think you know Adam’s “preference,” you don’t unless you’ve actually have slept with him. You know his ORIENTATION. Preference has to do with what one does when in bed with the gender they’re oriented toward. Unless of course all you straight folks out there want to try gay sex a few times to fully determine that het sex really is your preference over gay sex. Just saying….

  • mamakat

    @Mark in Everett: @Mark in Everett: Oh, well I guess we shouldn’t be using that term anymore… had no idea, thanks for the education!

  • Saundra

    @Bianca: I could not have said this better if I’d tried. ADAM is all those things and then some. I don’t care about his sexual orientation. Why does it matter? I just can’t believe he wasn’t already a star before now. This is the year of ADAM!

  • Tina S

    @Henry Holland – I totally disagree. He’s maybe chubby puppy-dog cute in his high school photo, but he’s drop-dead gorgeous now with his black hair. Ask any woman! (‘course, you’re entitled to your opinion….)

  • ICU

    You are so right. I can NOT enumerate all the reasons why he is beautiful person: I will run out of hours and vedio clips ect..

  • Sexy Rexy

    Ick.

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