Saturday, July 25, 2015

Rave Reviews

As any hootowl could have predicted, Mobile Orchestra has been a hit - and even major websites and journals are taking notice of Adam's new sound.

Rave reviews have been flying in from all sides over the new record - including THIS one from Hit The Floor. Although it's not a 10/10, the review still speaks to all the best aspects of Adam's new groove, while still politely highlighting the album's not-so-strong parts.
Likewise, USA Today featured Mobile Orchestra in THIS "Album Of The Week" feature. Once again, the writers at USA Today are very nice in showcasing the record's high points as well as documenting what could be called the low points.

The truth is that the album isn't considered a major five-star record by the huge companies... And maybe it's better that way. Though Adam has been getting more radio play in the last few years (and still today with "Fireflies"), there's no denying that he's still our kid in the basement - just, you know, now a considerably bigger basement. He's moving up through the ranks of pop music - while still staying ours. And that, to me, is the best kind of success.

Sing on, hootowls!


23 comments:

  1. Adam truly deserves all this recognition. I agree with most articles, this is definitely NOT Adam's best album, however it's something to be proud of (on his behalf). I like all the songs on the album and adore tracks 2-8,so that's mostly all of the songs. Thought it was a little lazy maybe... I dunno to put You're Not Alone and This Isn't The End which as you know were already released. And I also think it's a bit unfair that Japan got Tokyo too- I've been a fan since I was 8 and UK don't have certain single releases like Lonely Lullaby and Light of Christmas ect... (though we did receive shy violet). Just like everyone else excluding Japan didn't get To The Sky on ATBAB or Top Of The World AT ALL! OKAY, I guess Adam can do what he wants and release which ever songs to whatever country, but as a fan this annoys me. Especially since Adam doesn't seem to appreciate UK fans, he hasn't done a tour over here for 3 yrs and as far as anyone is concerned he probably won't be coming very soon. I wish he'd just consider his worldwide fans as much as he does his Japanese fans. OKAY RANT OVER.
    Probably talk to you soon,
    -Glasses Anon

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    1. I agree with you on every level! Although it's not Adam's best work, he does deserve the credit he's getting.
      Now the whole thing with releasing certain songs in certain countries... To me that's just plain unfair. You can still find them online but the fact that he didn't really release them... Ugh. I don't like it either.
      And the UK deserves a tour as much as the rest of the world! I know you'll get your time, but it's not soon enough!
      Thanks for the rant,
      -Aidan

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    2. Hey thanks for appreciating my rant and taking it for what it is. I know when I've told a lot of Hootowls this, they get mad, because they think I'm arguing with Adam. I guess I am in some respects. I know when someone opposes or offends Adam they basically offend me (I have empathy with Adam for some weird reason-whatever). SO I've basically fallen out with Adam a little bit, like I always do. And if we do have empathy then he'll know that a UK tour should be number one on his list. :0D
      -Glasses Anon

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  2. The only thing I'm mad about is that we waited 3 years for a 10 song album. It's good music, I'm just saying that I expected a few more- MVB

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    1. Yes- that's another reason why Adam isn't my best friend at the moment.
      -Glasses Anon

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  3. Come on, you can't stay mad at AY. We all love to hate him but I never stay mad at him. -MVB

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    1. Yes, that's very true :0D and I know I sound like some spoilt child.
      I've had this issue (if you will) with Adam for as long as I can remember.
      I always have these mad moments with Adam sometimes and fall out with him for about 2 days and go listen to Relient K, Fall Out Boy or other rock bands but then as much as I tell myself I'm mad, I always come back. But excuse my crude opinion, I just think it's really unfair.
      -Glasses Anon

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  4. What is this...
    http://www.umusicpub.co.uk/en-GB/Digital-Music-Library/album/61966/mobile-orchestra-instrumental

    ???
    -Glasses Anon

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  5. Can you find any of the full instrumental or acapella tracks? I looked on that website but could only find the snippets! -MVB

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    1. No... I'm really sorry. I just thought these might of been some interest. I think these will be the only thing we get instrumental/acapella wise. The rest is probably under lock and key by Adam's record label. I've tried looking for other stuff- but only in vain. Some people can forage for instrumentals/acapellas with audacity and I'm sure there will be some instrumental remakes at some point.
      -Glasses Anon

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  6. Well I hope they surface at some point because I really like what I heard, I'd just like to hear the full versions! -MVB

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    1. I promise I'll keep an eye out for them :0D
      -Glasses Anon

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  7. Okay as much as I know EVERYONE is telling us to respect Adam's private life (regarding Abbey), which I do, so that's why I have never mentioned it to any of my friends who I got interested in Adam. I was looking through Aidan's post 'Girlfriend Rumours' and someone anonymous posted at the bottom of the page, on July 19 I believe, that she actually isn't Adam's girlfriend?? Even though she made him birthday cake and write 'my favo(u)rite' on everything! I know it has nothing to do with me and I shouldn't really be interested- but after getting over Adam (even though he's 15 yrs older than me) and embracing the change with Abbey and liking her very much, I think I should have a little insight.
    -Glasses Anon
    PS. I've said this before- please don't shoot me, I know Adam has a private life and I know I must respect that, I know curiosity killed the cat, but surely it's not a crime.

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    1. I was watching an interview a couple weeks ago that he did shortly after MO came out and he mentioned "my girlfriend made me a pan of enchiladas"... Idk who the girlfriend is but I believe he's telling the truth! -MVB

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    2. Good! Because Abbey is a legend. Thank you MVB! :0D
      -Glasses Anon
      #abdam4life

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  8. The luckiest person alive named Carter James received a personalised song from Adam!
    https://youtu.be/QujKHxMgahI
    This is genuinely such a good song. :0D
    -Glasses Anon

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  9. I did see that, who is carter James? Like is he just a random guy or what? -MVB

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    1. Before Mobile Orchestra came out, Adam said he would make a personalised song about someone if you entered the competition and whatnot. Though I think Adam checked out Carter James cos' he has a youtube channel and good talent. :0D So yeah, in some cases he is just a random guy.
      -Glasses Anon

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  10. On what social media did he say he was going to do the competition, cuz I don't recall ever hearing that. I would've done it for sure too! Also, that is a cool little song. I like it better than a few mobile orchestra songs! -MVB

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    1. I think he said it on Twitter, but I could be wrong. The song is genuinely so reminiscent of Maybe I'm Dreaming and Ocean Eyes :3 I love it sooo much. Everyone is getting so jealous of poor Carter James. The song (even tho it's supposedly personalised.) From my opinion, is not specifically about Mr Carter James but more about ALL OF US. Adam probably wrote the lyrics before he chose a winner. Plus this song is sooo awkward if Carter doesn't believe in god...
      -Glasses Anon

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  11. Good point, I just wish the song was about me! -MVB

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    1. I guess if your name is 3 syllables and you can shorten it to 2 you can pretend it's about you (not what I've done at all .... no...)
      -Glasses Anon

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    2. Loving everything you guys are talking about on here. Comments are my absolutey my favorite! (I have to start keeping up with these so that I can reply personally!)
      -Aidan

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