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I was at both Dallas shows, so here are some small things I noticed: Night 1: -She started about 15/20 min later than she has been these past few weeks and I didn't really think anything of it until... -During the Burning Up speech she said she was in a mood, but I think she played it off really well and even told the crowd she was feeling a lot better during the Express Yourself speech. -During Celebration, she was saying her thank-you's and she made a very vague apology to Bob, like "Thank you Bob, and I'm sorry for that thing that happened". I wonder if something happened before the show between the two that put her in a funk? IDK, pure speculation. -The show was PHENOMENAL! I was at the 3rd row after the end of the catwalk so I saw her up close during Hung Up, Don't Tell Me & Express Yourself. Seeing her so close almost... humanizes her in a way? Not sure of the right term, but I just kept thinking "Wow, she's 20 feet away from me. And she's just a normal person". You get so used to seeing her in wide stadium shots on DVD and on TV performances and think she is this untouchable entity, but when you're that close she just feels so normal. Like performing is just her job, she just happens to be incredibly good at it. I'm still on a high from seeing her, so this probably doesn't make much sense. Night 2: -I was in the 2nd row of the highest section, so I got a more birds-eye-view of the show. Both floor and upper levels have their strengths and weaknesses. -She was in a GREAT mood all night, and I felt was a lot more chatty with the audience. -Her voice was a little more hoarse than normal so it cracked a few times. Nobody seemed to care. -During both shows, she really stressed her love of being a mother. I think she said night 1 was David's birthday so I think she was in a reflective mood. -Some of the things you think might not really work, surprisingly do when you see it live. I never hated the ending, but thought it could be improved. However, the audience went crazy with all of the reincarnations, so I think it kind of distracts from some of the weaker points of the encore. OVERALL, 10/10 concert. Super looking forward to any streaming/video release so I can re-watch in pro quality.

A little reminder for the "know it alls" and the "what's the point" crew. What exactly was the point of these singles, exactly? Also, no the Immaculate Collection Version of Live To Tell isn't an edit. It's just a Q-Sound Mix of the album version. There is not short version of Live To Tell available on streaming. Also, the 7" Edit isn't even some obscure local or promo only edit. It's THE 7" Version released on all formats of the single. If there was supposedly a point to release the singles above with only one or NO new/exclusive tracks included, then yes there DEFINITELY is a point to release Live To Tell and Crazy For You.

The indoor arenas use the actual arena infrastructure to suspend rigging for whatever show is being presented, as in the picture above. Yes, all arenas are different, but they're made for rigging up whatever a production may need. For stadium or outdoor shows, since there is no roofing (and said infrastructure) to house/hang a production, they have to actually build it (that's what I meant by "custom engineer" it). Like the Sticky & Sweet stage below - What I meant was they'll have to build something like this if they're going to present the full, original production as she's touring it now - as major parts of the production require rigging (hanging) far out into audience, over the multiple catwalks. I don't think it's impossible...I think some of us are just unsure considering all shows so far have been indoors. (Sorry, I'm trying to explain it as best I can (based on what I've learned about touring productions). I apologize if I'm not clear... )

Some fans forget something very important. Many non-fans only know and love the versions played on the radio. And those are the versions they want in streaming (including me).

Anything from I'm Breathless was pretty damn impressive. That was the first time she truly showcased her vocal abilities on a full album.

I hope it ends with Madonna being declared the President of Brazil. "After extensive negotiations, we have determined that this is also her coronation ceremony."

AND I FEEEELLLLLL LIKE I JUST GET HOME AND I FEEEELLLLLL

Oh dear it's all going so badly according to the last few posts of this thread lol She is on tour - that is the priority and the release campaign is fine

Hello everyone! EDIT: Please follow me on Instagram for updates @bitchshesmadonna_ As part of my YouTube channel, to celebrate the finale of the tour being broadcast live I will be doing a special fan voted awards "ceremony" for The Celebration Tour. Categories will include things like best tour costume, best hairstyle, best song arrangement, best ballroom judge, favourite dancer etc. There will also be a countdown of the best performance from the tour as voted by the fans. I would love if you could all click on the two links and vote in each category! (I promise it should only take you a few minutes.) I will share the results on YouTube http://www.polljunkie.com/poll/eixikp/rate-x27the-celebration-tourx27-performances http://www.polljunkie.com/poll/xnerxx/the-celebration-tour

Whatever she has been recording in the last 5 years it’s time to see the light!!! Madonna premiering her brand new song would be the cherry on the cake The release after all the edging

Madonna is a great studio vocalist, she can really adjust her vocals and create a great atmosphere for the song with her vocals alone.

We shall see! It will be exciting either way. She loves to surprise us! It’s fun to speculate but in the end, it’s best to be surprised. Surprise surprise!

I think it might be like live aid or the Maluma show in Medellin. No fancy lights or screens. Just a few songs from Celebration plus Foz Gastozo with Anita from the pool area of the hotel like that Holiday performance she did by the poolside of a hotel.

I hope she will sing a new song or even announce the new Album at this show. It would be the best opportunity!

Rescue Me - especially towards the end!

No different than the many who fly in from all around the world to see her at other venues. Still, I suspect the native fans will have much more of an idea to score a good view than someone just coming in from another country. Nevertheless, this is a huge event. I think most know this isn't a "competition" and it's about having a fun outdoor concert experience.

that's her - i've had singing lessons voice it is a bit of a daft question though anyone can sing not everyone can perform

A lot but for example Youll see or the whole ROL album, I love her voice there.

I love her raw vocals from the first album! Still my favorite vocals.

Bob Dylan sings horribly and he was there. When he sings he sounds as if his testicles were being pressed. Lou Reed was a terrible singer too, and what about the New Order singer? However, Madonna is always attacked for her singing. True, she doesn't have a wide vocal range, but neither do have it Minogue or Spears, whose voices are irritating, mediocre and unbearable to listen to to me; what's more, what they lack is expressiveness and emotion, which Madonna has in spades. Or at least had, prior to her ruining singing lessons, which took away all the fun in her voice. "More" (From Dick Tracy) is a perfect showcase for her singing talent. It's a very difficult song to sing.

Perhaps she will extend the concert by including the part put aside following her infection. I hope she adds a final song

And this performance ofcourse ( and many more) The End...

Again, dear, I watched DWT live through HBO Brazil. I even recorded it to my VHS player then.

Actually, it is setup to be attached to the venue though. All the rigging for the entire show, particularly the extended lighting, flying portal, etc. are suspended using the infrastructure of the arena. That's typical setup for arena shows. Considering the design of this show, it essentially was made with arenas in mind - The only time they design and erect custom housing for the rigging system (depending on the design of the show) is when artists do outdoor stadium gigs (hence no roof). They can design a housing that will support it though, but it has to be custom engineered for it (like the extended rigging housing the circular screens that came down over the circular stage b for Sticky & Sweet). So technically it's not impossible. But I think it depends on the specific design of the individual show. Perhaps she worked it out as part of the deal? It would seem a bit out of character for her to compromise nearly the entire presentation of her show, esp. if said show is going to be filmed. Anyways, who knows...

I don’t know her.

I like some of her songs, admit, but the fanbase is annoying as hell and I HATE the fact that they try to sell her as the biggest pop act ever when we all know that the biggest and best pop artist, alive or not, is Madonna. Our Queen is the one and only, the first and the last, and there'll never be someone with the same impact, energy, courage, boldness and, as we like to say here in Brazil, colhões as her.

Shakespeare gave free plays outdoors as well.

I reckon it's also why P!NK did Townsville - (although she's there a fair bit due to Corey's motor cross or something).

oh wow did not know this - but would make sense - it's all about generating economic and tourism dollars.

I take @Honey Little seriously. Even though he’s a bit silly sometimes he isn’t mean spirited or a trouble maker. He also votes in all my polls first and he loves Madonna. Team Honey Little!

Have we talked about the weather usually in Brazil in May?! Can you imagine? “Calling for rain and thunderstorms all day” I’d die

Did someone say “juicy erected cocks” 👧🏻

Oh ok 😅 i was already getting pissed ha...you know mnation banned me 👉👈

Of course. The Snake has already got her manager on the phone 🐍 🐍 🐍

There is no strategy. Everything is absolutely inconsistent. I mean they can’t even handle their rhino posts correctly.

honestly i was always happy with every single album of Madonna..... i hope to have a new one in the next months......

the second one Human Nature video or Girl Gone Wild video?

Yeah, I'm sure it won't be a problem and the closer we get to the date, most of us will have the info we need to stream this online.

Madonna is a remix artist. She embraces them, and is known for them. She's released You Can Dance, GHV2 Remixed, Finally Enough Love, American Life Mixshow, Remixed and Revisited, and even The Immacualate Collection can be considered a remix compilation to an extent. She's been a pioneer working with the biggest names in various diverse genres of dance music over the years. I get that everyone has different things that appeal to them, but Madonna will always be releasing remixes. It's a part of her brand. There's no use getting upset about that because that will always be a part of her strategy.

I have a feeling the Los Angeles shows were filmed as Jonas was there talking with the camera crew and from the clips on YouTube the shows looked the most on point yet - Erotica looked amazing and like she was trying even harder like she does when shows are getting filmed plus with the multiple nights they could have got all the angles they needed over several nights in the same venue and had time to film a rehearsal for close ups - will be interesting if they film in Mexico though as the last arena shows and is there for multiple nights same as LA

same...... i really hope will be an amazing day for everyone...... for Madonna and her fans........ and for Brazil too...... an amazing day of art, music and peace.....

The lowered screens will not be part of the show on a beach. The wind from the sea will have them wafting all over the place and the stress that would put on any temporary trusses would be too hazzardous

true...... too much prejudices against Madonna...... too much people love to hate her.....

i tell you yesterday....... bigger is better........

We need someone with big dick energy this time around

I was joking, you're free to write whatever you want, dont' worry dear

People keep saying this but I don’t see why they can’t bring in an additional structure to suspend everything from. These kinds of things are done all the time, it’s just a question of budget. And im pretty certain, with the amount being paid and the fact it’s being broadcast she will feel it necessary. I mean, The Rolling Stones had an entire bridge built for them and additional lighting set up to light up the entire audience. I don’t imagine it’s that difficult to have some extra bells and whistles for Madonna.

Barbra Streisand gave a free concert in Central Park in 1967, as did Simon and Garfunkel in 1981.

love the idea @ChromaticanMondasia!!!!