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Dec 27, 2008 13:48:32 GMT -5
Post by ~Vera on Dec 27, 2008 13:48:32 GMT -5
My Xmas BlogDECEMBER 27, 2008, 2:34 AM OK, as I write this, I am putting the finishing touches on gift wrapping for the first time in literally 3 years. It’s been amazing just to be able to buy gifts this year, as opposed to convincing my brother to throw my name on things, and I’ll pay him back. (Which I never could…). By the way, I’m still holding out hope that he forgot about my little IOU, so keep it to yourself… I certainly hope that each of you have an incredibly happy holiday season. Eat good food, get some cool stuff, GIVE some cool stuff, but most importantly, enjoy the time with the ones you care about. The one’s who let you show up to Christmas without presents and still love you all the same. It makes it all the sweeter when you finally get to pay them back for their patience. See you guys in ’09. ~D P.S. – If you’re looking for something to fill that last little space at the rim of the stocking…. There’s a certain album by a certain person that may fit perfectly. (DISCLAIMER: FOR THOSE OF YOU WHO DO NOT UNDERSTAND THE HINT… THE SELF-TITLED ALBUM FROM DAVID COOK IS ON SALE NOW!!!!) Sorry… had to be done. Happy Holidays, guys.
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Dec 27, 2008 13:57:33 GMT -5
Post by ~Vera on Dec 27, 2008 13:57:33 GMT -5
He's so adorable, he makes me smile.
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Dec 27, 2008 14:06:09 GMT -5
Post by ~Vera on Dec 27, 2008 14:06:09 GMT -5
Well the past blogs are here, just in case someone wanna read/hear them...or re-read/hear them... Thank You! - American Idol 2008 MAY 26, 2008, 2:12 PM June 17 - Vlog Entry JUNE 17, 2008, 12:52 PM June 27 - Vlog Entry JUNE 27, 2008, 2:10 PM HEY GUYS...AUGUST 13, 2008, 3:37 PM Sorry for the delay in updates. It's been difficult finding the time to get a new Vlog put together, so I thought I'd write a quick blog instead. We just wrapped another successful show in Pittsburgh, PA. The crowds have been great. Very responsive. VERY loud. I love it. We're neck deep in this record. Mr. Rob Cavallo is pushing all the right buttons and turning all the right knobs to make this record great. Just as importantly, I'm proud to announce the first addition to my band, Mr. Neal Tiemann (hereafter referred to as "Doctor"). Doctor was the chief songwriter/lead guitarist in MWK, the band I played with in Tulsa. He's one of my closest friends and I am absolutely stoked to have him on board. We're putting the finishing touches on my brand new website. It will have a very cool facebook/myspace vibe to it, where you can put together your own space and interact with other fans. I think it could be a really cool way to interact with each other. I want to address the CDs from my old band, Axium. Quite a few fans have brought these records to the shows, looking for signatures. While I am happy to oblige and am very grateful that so many have taken an interest in something I put my heart into for the bulk of my musical life, I am sad to hear both that the pricing of these records has been set at astronomical amounts purely for the sake of taking advantage of you guys who just want the music, and that the release and sale of these records was done without the consent of the chief songwriters involved in making those records. I can assure you that I play no part in the sale or distribution of these records, and neither condone nor back the people that are. Hell, we would've given you the music but a few years ago. Funny how things and people change... Be sure to keep an ear to the ground, as we have to singles coming out from some of our friends. Mr. David Archuleta has a single coming out soon, and Ms. Kristy Lee has one coming soon too. So be sure to check those out and support them as well as you've done for me. Let's prove to everyone else that this was and continues to be the most talented season of AI yet. Take care and see you on the road, ~D
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Dec 27, 2008 14:12:20 GMT -5
Post by ~Vera on Dec 27, 2008 14:12:20 GMT -5
PROMISES, SCHMROMISES... AUGUST 20, 2008, 12:46 PM
So, I promised that I wouldn't really try to process all of this madness until I got an extended break, but something happened today that really made me reflect. Well, I may be getting too generic. A lot of small things have happened lately that correlated into some fresh perspective. Let me explain…
We had a much-needed, much-deserved day off in Ft. Lauderdale, FL, today. I took it as an opportunity to rest myself not only physically, but mentally. The strain of trying to put everything I have into this tour, on top of the scheduling conflicts that inevitably arise from doing a record while on the road, and not to mention the crazy press commitments, have left me, and all the idols, with an almost humorous non-distinct stare as we enter the home stretch of this tour. So, today I did little but stay in bed and walk around. I went with MJ and Chik to go see "Tropic Thunder". I give it 4/5 stars. Tom Cruise was the only part I didn't like about it. Don't know why…
After the movie, we went and grabbed dinner, and then split up upon returning to the hotel. I went out to the beach, and plopped down on a chair to watch the waves and the lightning in the distance. (Hurricane/Tropical Storm/Massive Nuisance Fay) All at once, it hit me full on what has happened to me this last year. I thought about Omaha, and my brother, Andrew, and the Green Mile, and the top 12 red carpet event, and the hotel, and the finale, and this tour. It really became apparent to me at that moment that the tour will be done in about a month, and we'll all, hopefully, go on to amazing careers and lives away from this "Idol Machine" and apart from one another. After a year with these guys, that thought looms ominous and scary.
I bring all this up to make this point: There were times from the beginning of college to the time that I made the show where I truly was unsure of what I was supposed to be doing. I've been a professional musician of some degree since I was 15, but could I ever really "make it"? This last year has allotted me a new inner peace, and I'm more thankful for that than anything else. It's nice to have the title of American Idol, and the privilege of making a major-label record, but more than all of those things, I want to say thank you for the support you guys have shown, but more importantly the understanding you guys have shown to my limitations as I try to meander through this very new lifestyle of actually being acknowledged for doing something I love. I'm giving everything I can to make sure that you guys feel as appreciated as you've made me feel over the last year. Here's to many more.
~D
FIRST NEW BLOG FOR NEW SITE!! SEPTEMBER 18, 2008, 3:40 AM
Hey Guys,
I wanted to drop a note and answer a few emails that I’ve been getting! I can’t thank you guys enough for all the sign-ups and emails pertaining to the website. And thanks to everyone who came out on the tour. As you know, the AI tour has ended and although it was sad to sing together for the last time in Tulsa, we had a blast all summer.....
The new album is coming along great! I can say that, because I’m in the studio typing this, as we speak. Well as I speak. You’re reading. You guys are going to be the first to know the name of the first single AND what the album cover is going to look like. Make sure to sign up to get in on that if you’re interested in being the first to know.
I love the new site and hope you do too...it’s just the beginning and we’re still working out some kinks here and there. I know a few people had some password issues and that’s all been fixed we think. The web nerds (get it?) helping me out apologize for the inconvenience. So much more coming for the site too....like a points system, listening parties, maybe even a few other secret things that I’ll be able to talk about soon.
I also wanted to grab a few emails and respond to them because I really appreciate you emailing me. I do read email, but obviously can’t respond to all of them...so I’ll pick out a few to blog about from time to time. Below are this week’s picks!
Again thanks guys!
~D
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FROM MY RECENT EMAILS SENT TO DAVID@DAVIDCOOKOFFICIAL.COM
------------------------ From: Roberta Date: 01:09pm Sep 15, 2008 EST Subject: Message from a huge brazilian fan
OMFG is this really David Cook?
D: ummmmm… yes, it is. Thanks for stopping by.
------------------------ From: sandygirl67 Subject: Does this work?
Helloooooooooooo!
Just saw this email address listed as the way to contact David Cook so I wanted to try it and see if this is true, or is someone playing a cruel joke?? If this is DC. . .I registered at your new site and LOVE it! There are lots of suggestions being made, not sure if you have looked at all, but there are some very good ones you might consider. . .ohhhh especially the LIVE CHAT. . .: ) And well, if it's not DC. . .Hello anyway and nice joke! Ha!
Sandy
D: Hey Sandusky. Hope you dig the nickname. Live Chat is definitely something on the horizon. Those web nerds I referenced earlier are hard at work trying to make this site as fan friendly as possible. Tick tock, web nerds, tick tock…
--------------------------- From: janprentice
Hi David,
Are you writing your own songs for the new album?? If so, I’m sure it will be quite introspective… I can hardly wait to delve into that sweet heart and soul!!
ps-I’m not a stalker—I’m a happily married mother of tweens. I’m just as happy for your mom as I am for you. I know she is so proud of your success and your spirit.
D: Dear Jan, Thanks for the sweet note. I’m heavily involved in the writing of this record, so you can bet that there will be some heart and soul to in fact delve into. And I’ll pass that on to my Mom. Sometimes I wonder if she’s enjoying this ride a bit too much. (kidding. LOVE YOU MOM!!!)
----------------------------- From: bonnie Subject: What is the best word in the English language?
Greetings.
As an high school English teacher, I work with words daily. I have a sheet of paper posted to the wall where I list the words of the week, with the heading "Be A Word Nerd!" Each day I give the students a word to chew on, and I have wondered what word you think is the best in the English language. It is a challenge, because some minute words carry a lot of weight. We are tempted to choose larger words that somehow suggest our own intelligence, but I think you would take the time to really mull this over.
Should you have the time, please reply. My students and I would appreciate it.
Best of luck to you, your record and your family. May you find some solace in the days to come, prior to your album release.
D: Hello, Miss Bonnie. Hmmmm…favorite word in the English language… that’s tough… currently, I’d say “vacation”. HA. Either that, or I’d go with “diligence”. I need both as I navigate through this experience. Thank you for the well wishes, not only for me, but my family. Those wishes mean more than any gold record.
--------------------------------- From: ghst501 Subject: A suggestion for the site, and a poem...
Feedback for the site, and another poem for you.
1st, wow! Love the new site, it's awesome! So much to do, it's hard to take it all in! lol One suggestion I have is for the listing of members/fans. Most of us know each other, or have heard of each other through various sites. If there was a way to look through the names in alphabetical order that would be a huge help! I know there is a search bar, but some of the names are so similar, it's easy to confuse them with someone else. This way we could look at the profile quickly to determine if it's someone we know! =o)
2nd, I miss the tour being over because we got our 'daily dose of David' and a side of Mavid! Now it's gone, and it's sad! I know great things are coming in the near future though, and I cling to that! Anyway, I wrote this with those very emotions in mind.
The Summer of David (Serenity65 ~ Lisa H)
It was the summer of David, friendships and fun Brought together in harmony and rhyme In moments of darkness, he brought us the light Leaving memories to keep for all time.
Though the silence hangs thick when the stadium dims Where the crowd has since left it behind You still hear the music inside of your head Merely an echo left to remind.
It’s hard to leave and you don’t want to go But there’s nothing left for you here Moments it seems, where there once was a smile Is replaced by the path of a tear.
Now we cling to each other, with a promise of hope The music once silent, will resound again Not an end to the memories, but a new page we’ll turn We’ll look back, and remember when…
D: Hey Lisa, I love the poem. Very nice use of imagery. Makes me miss it myself. As far as the Search Bar goes, WEBNERDS! GET ON IT!!!! We’ll see what we can do.
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Well guys, that’s all For today’s post. Back to work in this here studio to keep recording and mixing. Only a few more weeks until November 18th!!! Keep coming back, fill up your pages, sign up your friends and let’s build this site into something great we can all enjoy.
Take care,
~D
Thank You! OCTOBER 01, 2008, 7:41 PM
HAPPY (BELATED) THANKSGIVING! DECEMBER 01, 2008, 12:08 AM
ran out of space in my horn of plenty….
I am writing this blog from about 35000 feet in the air as I travel back to LA, concluding my trip to Kansas City for Thanksgiving. Just to help paint a picture for you….
First off, let me give everyone a sorely belated Happy Thanksgiving. I spent my break with family and a chest cold, and before you give me the, “awwww, that’s terrible….” (This phrase should be in reference to the chest cold, not my family), it was a blessing in disguise, as it kept me home, resting, as opposed to going out with friends every night to try to catch up, which would’ve been the exact opposite of resting. I truly enjoyed my holiday, and suffice to say, I have MORE than enough to be thankful for this year, every single one of you included.
Thank you for going on this journey with me. Thank you for the bloated phone bills, and the tired morning-afters because you stayed up all night contributing to said bloated phone bill. Thank you for braving the elements and each other (ha) all summer trying to show your appreciation to all of us this summer on the tour. We noticed. Thank you for supporting all of us after the tour, by going out and buying, requesting, and promoting our various projects and endeavors, no matter how big or small they may be. Thank you for donating your time and resources to causes we all believe in. Thank you for standing in lines just for the chance to say hello and offer a compliment. Thank you for enjoying the donuts. Thank you for the letters. The pictures. The flowers. The books. The crossword puzzles. The Oar. The Stuffed Animals. The… ahem… anchored undergarments. The signs. The cheers. The jeers. The adamant defenses and the reasons for them. The karaokes that made the internet rounds (best pantomime drummer EVER), The crowds, the lights, the sounds, the vibes, the memories. And last but not least, the Beginning and THE END.
Love all you guys. See you soon.
~D
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Dec 27, 2008 19:08:44 GMT -5
Post by ~M on Dec 27, 2008 19:08:44 GMT -5
he is so freakin sweet.
btw I love the smile sig and avatar.
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Dec 28, 2008 11:01:56 GMT -5
Post by ~Vera on Dec 28, 2008 11:01:56 GMT -5
Thank you Mimi, i love yours too, specially the avvie, that look is hoot!
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Dec 28, 2008 17:25:13 GMT -5
Post by ~M on Dec 28, 2008 17:25:13 GMT -5
OMG the first time I seen that picture of him in my avvi, it did things to me.. it is my all time fav just cause of that reason..*wink
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Jan 10, 2009 13:07:20 GMT -5
Post by ~M on Jan 10, 2009 13:07:20 GMT -5
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Jan 10, 2009 14:43:02 GMT -5
Post by ~Vera on Jan 10, 2009 14:43:02 GMT -5
aww dublin is precious! the new member of the cook family
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Feb 5, 2009 19:31:28 GMT -5
Post by ~M on Feb 5, 2009 19:31:28 GMT -5
[yt]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lorizx10vVY&eurl=http://lj-toys.com/?journalid=14964785&moduleid=825&preview=&auth_token=sessionless:1233878400:embedconten&feature=player_embedded [/yt]
this is in response to the messages he is getting about the tour.
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Feb 6, 2009 7:46:29 GMT -5
Post by ~Vera on Feb 6, 2009 7:46:29 GMT -5
world tour!!!
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Feb 12, 2009 20:06:29 GMT -5
Post by ~M on Feb 12, 2009 20:06:29 GMT -5
This is something new... its the whole band contributing .. its hilarious. link.brightcove.com/services/link/bcpid416542555/bctid10153389001"You said you want it? You got it! David and the guys are coming at you with a series of videos from the road titled "Pork Beans", This is the first installment in the websisodic adventures of the David Cook gang on the road. Bassist Joey Clement walks us through the staging."
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Feb 13, 2009 0:43:46 GMT -5
Post by ~Vera on Feb 13, 2009 0:43:46 GMT -5
is this gonna be like a series??? OMFG!!!!!!! ;D ;D ;D
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Mar 22, 2009 12:34:16 GMT -5
Post by ~M on Mar 22, 2009 12:34:16 GMT -5
From David's MySpace this morning....
Sunday, March 22, 2009
Hey everyone, First off, I want to say thank you to everyone who has been coming out to the shows since my last post. The vibe at these shows has been amazing.
Secondly, I have to address some behavior that has become disturbing. We pride ourselves on being accessible to you as fans, but in contrast, we do enjoy what little privacy we can muster. To that end, the efforts by some fans to find our hotel rooms, call our hotel rooms, attach things to our bus, etc., is something I have to condemn. This relationship only works when it remains healthy for both parties, and should this behavior continue, the only thing we can do is take more preventative measures to maintain our privacy, which in turn makes us less accessible to you.
I hope this doesn't come off as harsh. I merely want to nip this in the bud so we can continue to have a great experience with all of you at the shows we have coming up. Take care and see you at the next show.
~D
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so these so called fans need to back off and respect his wishes or they are going to ruin it for the rest of us.. thats all I'm going to say about the issue without bashing.
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Mar 22, 2009 13:19:57 GMT -5
Post by ~Vera on Mar 22, 2009 13:19:57 GMT -5
He's mad...I hope the crazy chicks behave now. He's giving them a chance.
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Mar 30, 2009 16:05:08 GMT -5
Post by ~M on Mar 30, 2009 16:05:08 GMT -5
FROM DCO
COLBY SAWYER COLLEGE (NEW LONDON, NH) AND SO. CONNECTICUT UNIVERSITY (NEW HAVEN, CT) SHOWS CANCELLED
We are canceling Monday and Tuesday\'s shows to allow David time to deal with personal family matters. Please respect his privacy at this time. David would like everyone to rest assured that we are working with the Universities to reschedule the shows that are missed.
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Mar 30, 2009 20:06:12 GMT -5
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Apr 27, 2009 15:34:06 GMT -5
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Apr 27, 2009 19:44:26 GMT -5
Post by ~Vera on Apr 27, 2009 19:44:26 GMT -5
He looks Blonde! Looks good, but I rather him not that way.
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Apr 28, 2009 10:57:07 GMT -5
Post by ~M on Apr 28, 2009 10:57:07 GMT -5
He looks Blonde! Looks good, but I rather him not that way. he is blonde! I agree, he looks good either way, but the darker locks suit him more.
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