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Hello there to all of you who are reading!

Just another week of updating here. This last week has been pretty interesting since I’ve had the little challenge of trying to perform even though I was struggling with losing my voice. It’s actually been a pretty good learning experience though! I struggled quite a bit the last 3 shows, but what’s interesting is that I loved all 3!
Minneapolis, and then 2 solo shows in Sioux Falls and Milwaukee haha. I think it made me appreciate what I’ve been doing even more, and made me realize the most important thing isn’t blasting away at every high note perfectly. There’s a lot more to music and performing than that, and I need to remember that there’s a connection and feeling in music that doesn’t come by hitting each note technically perfect. I guess I just needed to lose my voice to remember that haha. Anyway, I could go on with that but I probably wouldn’t make any more sense than what I already said .

Wednesday we had our acoustic show, and that was really fun! We just did stripped down versions of the songs, and I think it allowed people to focus more on the music side of things rather than just the energy. It was a really laid back mood too, and I felt really comfortable. It’s definitely something I’d like to do again!

So my buddy Ashlee has come out for a few days!! It’s been fun having a friend here for me (and for everyone else) to hang out with. I had her come on stage the last 2 shows we had in Sioux Falls and Milwaukee to sing for the encore. We sang Lean On Me, which is a song we used to always sing together at home haha. It’s good to have friends who are and have been there for you no matter what changes you may be going through, and who still treat you with the same respect that they had before – even when everyone else is treating you differently haha. But it’s been great singing that song, and it’s a great song that represents a good friendship.

Something that Ashlee, Kendra and I got to go to after the Minneapolis show was the Parachute and The Script concert! Both acts have really great music and are really talented! We got to talk to both bands afterwards, and they were all really nice and cool guys. You never know how people really are until you get to really talk to them and meet them. So when people are genuine and appreciative of what they have even when they’re successful, I find them really admirable and have a lot of respect for them. So it’s cool to see that and feel that energy from them.

So today is a day off in Nashville, and I had a writing session! One of the writers I worked with today, Joy Williams, actually was one of the writers of Waiting For Yesterday. I’ve had one of her songs (Every Moment, great song!) as my song for the day before too. The other talented writers were Matt Bronleewe and Andrew Frohm (sp? haha.) But I had a really good time. It’s so much fun getting to write and be in the studio! I also did some recording for the Christmas album when I had a day off in Minneapolis. I’m looking forward to doing more writing and recording! I really hope you guys like the Christmas stuff. We’ve really been working on trying to have the songs be heartfelt and have that spirit of Christmas in them. So I hope you guys like it! Well I have a bunch of people waiting for me to come join them dinner, so I’m gonna eat some food now! So ciao as I chow down haha.

Song for the day: She Is Love – Parachute

Nashville videos

from Brandy811

Somebody Out There

Touch My Hand

Crush

Zero Gravity

Don’t Let Go

Barriers

from tarynpreston

ALTNOY

Apologize

Works For Me

My Hands

Waiting For Yesterday

Nashville pics

credit Brandy

credit southerngirl82

David resumes his Demi/David tour at the Sommet Center, Nashville tonight.

Updates

via Snarkys
32: John: “NOOOO….its crush time”

31: Holly: “Amaaaaaaaaazing”
30: Q 108: “Jordan Pruitt and David Archuleta both have incredible voices… very talented”
29: usatodayidol:
-”Have arrived at the @ddlovato / @DavidArchie concert. Jordan Pruitt’s on stage now.”
-”David Archuleta starts from behind a kabuki drop, leads with Touch My Hand.”

-”I feel kinda bad to be 6′2″ in a section full of grade-school girls, but everybody’s standing.”
-”David Archuleta reaches out to you, and all the girls reach back.”
-”Wow…David Archuleta is popular fellow..a bit loud at Sommet Center (via @jcdulaney)”
-”Next at David Archuleta, it’s Waiting for Yesterday. For a guy who’s been on vocal rest lately, he’s sounding good.”
-”"This is my first time in Nashville,” David Archuleta says as he introduces “My Hands.”
-”David Archuleta is 18? I mean…okay… So basically I’m in pop music heaven right now. Thx @jessdover (via @stalkcabo)”
-”David Archuleta slows things down and takes a stool for Somebody Out There.”
-”David Archuleta shakes a few hands, takes a few swigs of water, intros Works for Me: “Even though I’m kinda loopy, it works out for me.”
-”David Archuleta works the side of the Sommet Center.”
-”David Archuleta sez: “This next song is about being a little too not over someone.” Guesses as to what he sings?”
-”How it looks to be a little too not over David Archuleta.”

-”David Archuleta’s singing Don’t Let Go, with that beautiful little falsetto jump in the chorus. One of my faves so far.”
-”David Archuleta throws a quick nod to the Fray’s How to Save a Life into Don’t Let Go. He follows that song with Barriers.”
-”I’m reminded of that Howlin’ Wolf lyric: “Well, the men don’t know, but the little girls understand.” Lots of understanding going on here.”
-”David Archuleta says the allergens have been getting to him, as he drinks more water.”
-”David Archuleta takes to a keyboard for a song from his Idol days–OneRepublic’s Apologize, solo. The crowd knows every word to this one.”
-”David Archuleta makes the band introductions. Drummer Joey and guitarist Mike are Nashville boys.”
-”David Archuleta breaks the ballad string, gets things bouncing with Zero Gravity, now getting play on Radio Disney stations near you.”
-”Zero Gravity–”It’s always fun to see everybody jumping and dancing.”
-”You know this Crush ain’t going away. Except … That’s David Archuleta’s last song.”
28: MUST NEVER LEAVE DURING A CONCERT AGAIN. SO MANY UPDATES. WHAT WHAT. YOU PEEPS ROCK.
27: Trish:









26: John: “Sure doesn’t sound sick now!! WOW! Good grief he sounds awesome”
25: John: “Grey l/s shirt jeans sneaks”

Surfboards!!

From Lizzybee:
“I’m the mom of the short blond on the end. The girls didn’t make the surfboards- Jonerz, Freofan, and another lady from The David Chronicles made them. I made sure Tessa pointed out to David who made them. Kristin asked the 3 youngest girls to present them to him. I mentioned to the other moms this pic would likely be posted on sites and they were fine and the girls were kinda thrilled. So I think you are safe to post it either way he’s adorable there and was THRILLED that day as you can tell by the grin.”

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Picturezzz

credit to Morgan

David looks great in his ‘edgy’ v-neck T sans scarf. Rock-stah mode don’t cha think?

pics from The Rave website

These pictures are sooo gorgeous! I wanna post all of them here as I can’t pick which one is better than the other but that would take the whole page lol. Just go to the Rave website and enjoy the rest

Videozz

from smorgs87

Lean On Me

This is a great moment for fans. It feels like David and Ashley are just jammin with the audience and getting them involved. Great stuff!

YEDL

Works For Me

Bubbly

Don’t Let Go

Angels

Touch My Hand

from jzeeil

Crush

Zero Gravity

from blounderground

My Hands

ALTNOY

TCA awards!!

from Archiedorable

David’s latest song writing partners

from Snarkys

Oh my heck!! This is THE best news in a long while. I know some of the other sites are refraining from making a big noise about it as they don’t want to spoil the ’surprise’ but I don’t care so I’m gonna shout it out from the rooftops – David won 3 TCA awards on Sunday night US time!! Whoot!

He beat the likes of Miley Cyrus, Taylor Swift and the JoBros (yessshhh!!) to scoop 3 surfboards for Choice Breakout Artist, Choice Love Song and Choice Tour category:

Source: Ace Showbiz.com

David couldn’t be present to accept the awards as he was in Sioux Falls for his solo concert…dang! But hopefully a taped acceptance speech would be shown during the actual broadcast on Monday night US time. It would be so great to see him rambling away in his speech

Congratulations David! You really, really deserve it buddy

Screencap of Choice Breakout Artist: David Archuleta

Sioux Falls vid

Lean On Me

from StarryNites01

I tell ya, David and I are very much in tune when it comes to music. Seriously. Lean On Me is also another of my favourites and karaoke standards lol And to listen to him harmonize with Ashley on the song is so stinkin fine! Just puts a smile on my face

Bubbly

from ShellyFOD

Somebody Out There

from arlysv

YEDL

Barriers

from Livvy011

Zero Gravity

Haha David’s mom and sisters don’t like water. That means they don’t like 70% of David’s body? Gosh!…but they like basketball though

TBWY

“to feel that waaaaaay” Aah that prolonged note hits me in the heart every time!

How are ya doin South Dakota!

Tweets for mamacub

R4D’s gorgeous artwork

Next stop the Rave, Milwaukee.

Solo show whoot! More surprises in store for fans? But he’s on vocal rest for the VIPs so no singing. Just pics and autographs.

Promotion for David’s show on The Rave website

Updates from Milwaukee

Hm.. fans are sayin that his speaking voice was pretty hoarse during the VIP M&Gs.

But his singing voice seems to be holding up although he’s singing in a lower key on some of the songs.

David is back to being “special guest” of Demi in Greensboro tonight at the Greensboro Coliseum. Keep it tuned to this spot for more updates as we receive them.

Greensboro Videos

Crush

credit to emmiez99

My Hands

Zero Gravity

You Can

videos from Archuletavenue (Wanda)

Touch My Hands

Works For Me

Waiting For Yesterday

Barriers

Don’t Let Go

Apologize

Looks like KSM was in Greensboro too?

from KSM\’s MySpace

Teen Choice Awards

We’ve received word that voting for the TCAs have been extended to August 8th so get those fingers busy by clicking on those vote buttons peeps. David is fighting a very,very, very close battle with the likes of the JoBros ( haven’t they got enuff surfboards already and they are the host this time. Bet they’re not gonna be sitting beside David lol), Lady Gaga and even David Cook! Y’all know what to do. We wanna see David walk away with a surfboard or two don’t we?

So go here to cast your votes.

VOTE!! VOTE!! VOTE!!

More *coughunbuttonedcough* pictures from Pittsburgh

credit to snarkys

Pokemon!

credit ohmygoshashley

Bubbliliciously good from neonlimelight

There are several reasons why we adore David Archuleta. He’s a former American Idol contestant and we are nuts for Idol! He’s always humble and gracious. It’s like the kid doesn’t know he’s awesome. And probably the biggest selling point: he’s talented beyond reason.

He’s done some pretty epic covers in the past and on a recent concert stop, he added to the list with a cover of Colbie Caillat’s sleeper hit single Bubbly. Perfect song choice for Archie, and his voice? Buttery good!

Prince Of American Idol

If you have any lingering doubts about David Archuleta’s status as one of the most successful American Idol contestants in the history of the show, look to the hordes of sobbing tweens that linger in his wake. There should be plenty of them in town the night of the 28^th, when Archuleta brings his smooth, R&B-inflected pop to Pittsburgh. Like his committed fans, Archuleta’s many accolades speak to his success as a performer.

Take more than a pinch of youthful vigor, combine it with a classic pop voice and you’ve got the recipe for David Archuleta. And don’t forget the fans.

from The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust

Seriously the boy is the bestest

Recently a fan ( Bianca from TeamArchie) was asked to pass a letter to David during the Seattle stop. And would cha know it David not only read the letter BUT responded as well!

From Archuleta Fan Scene

Any of your rooms ‘decorated’ like this?

or your socks?

Now that’s why I call devoted!

Pictures courtesy of HaNNaH and Archuleta Fan Scene

TCA Updates

Hello Archie Fan Sites! Here is the latest e-mail I received from the staff of Teen Choice Awards 2009. I e-mailed this message the other day. Read on!

Hi TCA!

We, from the David Archuleta fansites, are almost LITERALLY dying to know any news on David Archuleta. We would love to know:

1. If he’s nominated in the summer categories, and if yes, how many of them?
2. If he’s going to perform on TCA night?
3. If you already have watched his live performance of Zero Gravity? What do you think of it? (If not, please watch HERE.)
4. How is he doing on his three categories:
Breakthrough Artist?
Love Story?
Music Tour?

Thanks! Thanks! Thanks!

We really hope you reply to our message. We’re looking forward to your most positive and immediate response.

We are really looking forward to watching TCA on August. WE LOVE YOU TCA!!

Benmarc

AND YES, again, they replied VERY FAST! Lol! Read this message from Kyle of TCA:

Benmarc,

1. I cant tell you if he is nominated or not, you will just have to wait and see! The summer ballot comes out on July 7th!

2. I cant say if he is performing or not but he has a concert the night the show tapes

3. Yes i watched the video, thanks! Very good!

4. He is doing really well in all three, i cant say if he is winning but i can say it is a very very very close race in all three. So keep voting!

Thanks
Kyle

VOTE!

A Message from KT from Snarky Archies:

I think the oft used quote, “water seeks its own level” very much applies to David and his community of fans.  As a collective group, the fans are some of the most caring, dedicated and giving people.  Clearly, this impression is not lost on David as he has, on more than one occasion, commented about how caring, giving and respectful his fans are and how much they mean to him.

Generosity of Spirit

Witness the generosity of spirit between fans; rushing to get YouTube videos up to share the concert experience, the gifting of tickets, travel and David’s CDs and the beautiful recaps that almost make you feel you were present at the concert.  Witness the generosity of spirit towards David lavished with gifts including tee shirts, jewelry, scarves, favorite foods and hand made quilts to name just a few.  And…witness the generosity of David and the community of fans towards charitable giving…in service of others.  David is quickly developing a reputation as a philanthropist. If he lends his name to a cause it will surely raise money lifted up by the generosity of fans.  In fact I believe that when David’s life long memoirs are written; his philanthropy will be on par with his music…and I think he has a once in a generation voice.

“Really Cool”

David’s humility and lack of interest in material possessions is by now well documented. We rarely observe him asking for anything but if we listen closely we are able to discern that which is most important to him.  Question: “What’s the best present you’ve gotten from a fan?” Answer: “A donation to charity in my name…that’s really cool.”  As I pondered this quote and as we enter David’s summer concert season, it occurred to me that we have an opportunity…an opportunity to make the connection complete.  David is aware that donations are made in his honor but rarely does he get a chance to knowingly “meet” the people behind the donation.  I thought it would be a “really cool” time to change that and let David see that from a charitable perspective, we also have his back.

The Power of 2

The concept for The Power of 2 is very simple: David together with the community of fans can have a dramatic impact in service to others.  So let’s give him the “coolest gift” from fans and deliver to David confirmation of your charitable donation.

A document http://www.sendspace.com/file/jmb4kn has been created for you to give David indicating that you have made a gift in his honor.  It is very simple; you write your name, the charity (ies) that you have donated to and a personal message.  This document is a means to an end.  The important concepts are that you gave to a charity in honor of David and that you share that message directly with him.

The size of the donation does not matter.  Heck, if every fan just gave $1 then we could raise a lot of money.  If you haven’t donated yet, there is still plenty of time.  There is a list of the active campaigns on behalf of David are at FOD http://fansofdavid.com/?page_id=24078 ; scroll halfway down the page to see the list.

How do you get it to David?  Anyway you can.  Give it to him at a meet and greet.  Place it inside a card and give it to him after the concert. If you are in the front of a mosh pit and he reaches out to touch your hand, give it to him…along with your hand of course!

If you are not going to a concert or you are an international fan and want to participate then print and complete the document, scan and e-mail it to me at DavidsCharities2@yahoo.com. I am going to a concert on August 21^st in Hershey.  I have a VIP pass and will bind and give David any that I receive.  If you can’t scan then please e-mail the same address and I will provide other options.

My Hope

My hope is very simple….

I hope that the community of fans will accept this humble offering as a symbol of the charitable gifts we make on behalf of David AND that David receives thousands of these “gifts” this summer and beyond.  Show David that you have his back in supporting important charities.

Although David has admitted to not being very competitive; there is probably one place where David would be very happy in finishing first and that is in the service of others where winning and finishing first are not mutually exclusive.

A special thanks to Brandon, Bianca and Linda…you are all awesome!

KT

Gift David’s Music for Charity Campaign

Onedavid is having a “Gift David’s Music for Charity” campaign:

We are starting our 1st charity-related campaign!  It helps to sell David’s CD and spread his music, while benefitting Invisible Children at the same time:

Fans are encouraged to gift a CD to someone they know, or purchase for themselves.  The CD comes with either the exclusive lyrics booklet or 4-pc set postcards, and retails for RM38.00 – to be purchased through OneDavid.  A portion of the proceeds will be donated to Invisible Children by us on their behalf.  Each CD purchased also entitles the buyer/giftor to one chance in a lucky draw for an autographed Japanese version of the David Archuleta album.

Campaign ends 1 September 2009.

More info Here.

Another fans-initiative campaign Here

We look forward to having Malaysian fans share their creative self-initiated campaign stories!