Web Letters: Return of the Fabulous

Hey Joann, Glamberts(for those not in the know that is a Adam Lambert fan) come in all shapes, sizes, ages, sexes, mentality--and now with your article we can add intelligent and articulate to the list of Glambert attributes. Thank you for trying to work out Adam's appeal in a thoughtful manner.

Deborah Rush

Northampton, UK

I loved this article on Adam Lambert! Most artists are inspired by other artists and borrow things along the way. No one is 100 percent original. Adam is no different in that respect, but he is original in his own interpretation, creativity and character. He has a definite charisma that makes this person feel really good about hearing his fabulous, seemingly effortless voice and watching such an exotic and expressive performer. He wasn't afraid to put himself out there and to "go for it," and every week he seemed to throw himself into the challenge and let the chips fall where they may. He kept many of us counting the days to when he would next perform, to see what he would do next, and we weren't disappointed!

I feel as though I am witness to a star being born, and that is a rare thing.

Donna Hughes

Story City, IA

What a great article! I totally agree with the author's assessment of how fabulous Adam Lambert is on so many levels--from singing and performing talent to how he presents himself as a person (did you notice how he was just about the only contestant who consistently thanked the band and the arrangers and the other musicians after his performances?). I can't wait to hear his next musical projects and see who he collaborates with next!

I think the reason he did so well (and it really doesn't matter whether he came in first or second) was that he embodied such joy and freedom along with his creativity. He isn't about sexual politics--he is just incredibly sexy. Young, old, male, female--doesn't matter--he sparks something in all of us that is fun and energizing. Seeing him perform and listening to and reading interviews leaves me grinning. He just is the embodiment of positive energy, and that's something we can all benefit from now.

lisa kimball

Washington, DC

I disagree with JoAnn Wypijewski. “Fabulous” never left us, and Adam Lambert didn’t lose on American Idol because he was “an outlaw.”

Looking back (forty years of listening to music), I see Adam ripping off great musicians from the past. Let’s begin with Elvis’ sneer, then Bowie's androgynous look and move to Richard Butler’s openly homosexual stance in The Psychedelic Furs. Now throw in Boy George and George Michaels and the glitter, makeup and hair of the “hair bands.” Not to mention the look of Green Day.

Adam Lambert lost because he wasn’t original.

Michael Crowley

Gardner, MA