Idol star Adam Lambert set to hit NZ
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Controversial American Idol star Adam Lambert is set to perform in New Zealand for the first time.
The singer, who was runner-up in the reality show's eighth season, will perform at Trusts Stadium in Auckland on October 17.
He promises to bring his full audio-visual show, with a set that combines 60s psychedelia, 70s disco and 80s glam-goth.
Lambert caused controversy at the American Music Awards last year with a sexually charged performance that included a kiss with his male keyboard player. Networks were flooded with complaints, but Lambert defended the show.
"I admit I did get carried away, but I don't see anything wrong with it. I do see how people got offended, and that was not my intention," he said.
"If it had been a female pop performer doing the moves that were on the stage, I don't think there'd be nearly as much of an outrage at all," Lambert added. "I think it's because I'm a gay male."
Tickets go on sale on September 13.
Adam Lambert
October 17: Trusts Stadium, Auckland
* Will you be going? Post your comments below.
- © Fairfax NZ News
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So who won the Meet n Greet competition, would really like to know. I think Stuff.co.nz shouldve announced this on the competition webpage. Anyway lucky person whoever they are!
I am an older fan and am taking my 20 year old daughter (under protest) but I think she will be surprised and enjoy the concert.
Im an "older" fan and have been following Adam since he was on Idol, what a performer. Very talented, awesome voice, great personality. I am taking 2 of my daughters and hope he just "blows" us away with his charisma. I dont think American Idol will ever be the same because of Adam. Cant wait till Sunday, bit of a road trip for us too but all good.
Oh yes!! I'm going to see Adam and I didn't care how much it costed. Thats what husbands are for.(I do have to pay him back!) Am doing a road trip with my daughter and my mum. Counting down the sleeps till we go!!!!!
I am so going!!!!
Don't know why all the Chch people are complaining. I got tickets for two grand-daughters. Concert and return flights was only $200 ...you pay that just for a concert by anyone else, if not more.
stuff you whoever hates Adam, Adams awesome you just jealous hes so amazing
I WANNA TICKET!!!! but i dont know where to buy them???? :(
You inspire me so much Adam your music. Changes me in2. Such an out there person. Thanks heaps brother
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WOW, what a show tonight! Enjoyed every minute of it. He's a great entertainer and not just on tv, but live as well. His music moves, is full of passion and performed by a talented musician, supported by his team. Oh, and all the fuss about being gay? Who cares! A musician should be judged on his music, and by attending his show and doing just that, I can say I loved it.