Computer's were actually called Turing machines right up to the late 1950s. He actually deciphered the enigma machines probably the greatest feat of the time and he died because he preferred a man in his bed. Ridiculous but true. The inventor of the computer was probably murdered because he was gay.
My boy was all like, "Brittany, are you flirting with my man?" and then he gives this look like, "Well, are you?" 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😘😘😘😘😘
I may or may not have been binging these clips, and I feel like the lil skits are continuations of each other! In the one before this one Kurt mentioned being Irish (80% Irish, 10% German and 10 Wood Nymph to be precise)
That little catch in his voice at the end undid me. I know NO ONE Else who emotes and embodies his characters as deeply as Ben does. What a gift he is!
That little catch in his voice at the end undid me. I know NO ONE Else who emotes and embodies his characters as deeply as Ben does. What a gift he is!
No, they "end up" having several self-written, largely self-produced Top10 albums, several sold-out tours with their live rock band, getting unexpected phone calls from the producers of a original top WestEnd show whether they're interested in taking on a very demanding lead role, getting nothing but 5 star reviews from professional theatre citics, being awarded best WestEnd debut, continuing to write & tour yet another album whose studio release will follow soon. The real joke are the blinkered expertly music pundits who can't see past what is dangled in front of their faces by massively overhyped % overpromoted shows and charts and labels who cry about how much money they're bleeding.
Oh good Lord , He is using the voice of Alan Turing he did in the movie! I cried just listening to the pain in the words and voice . So incredibly sad this man did not find justice in his life. Perhaps Ben is helping him find justice that eluded Alan Turing during his life . I know he has changed his legacy .
I went to see the musical, and when he sang that note at 3:39.. I was hysterically crying ;-; I cried for the whole journey home, which was embarrassing because it was a school trip haha. But seriously, that was the best night of my life <3 Thank you Matt! x
I think Tom wears lenses on daily basis, and sometimes wears glasses so eyes could rest. In Top Gear he was driving a car wearing glasses, so I guess he's short-sighted :3
Am I too greedy to ask for Matt's version of "The music of my soul" now? hmmm.... It's just that it has a fabulous storytelling element in it. And it's quite complicated melodically and very showcasing. :)
+spsanusha Can't believe this is happening - I just heard it! And it's better than I hoped it would be. Phenomenal talent! You can even hear the irony in his "Yes, sir, Daddy!" He is utterly enjoying the whole affair - seems like Beverley Knight has an exceptionally developed sixth sense.
I so sincere hope West End will find a way to record the whole thing. The musical is so impressive and breathtaking. I would immediately preorder three of them. They were so right to invite Matt to take over the role from Killian Donnelly. Did they really expect him to be that impressive?!
Bor S I don't know which answer is more appealing ... :) The one saying they are completely fascinated and astounded by unexpected surprise of his powerful performance or the one in which they had full confidence and trusted him completely to be as good as he is! In any case I'm joining you in this petition :)
Bor S After reading all the triumphant reviews, my expectations are thru the roof already LOL It's my turn to verify all the commotion next weekend :) Yay!
***** At this point there is no need to wish you to enjoy the show - it seems it's guaranteed, I wish you safe travels instead. It would be great if you will share your insight.
spsanusha I have no words! Well, actually I have... This performance of "Memphis lives in me" is _nothing_ compared to what it sounds like when he does it in context, i.e. coming off of an absolutely heart-wrenching scene. OMG!!! Plus, his acting is actually pretty darn good. I thought I wouldn't enjoy the 2nd act because the tone isn't as light as in the first one. But, oh boy, watching those scenes, I almost forgot it actually was a play. Talk about chemistry! The theatre was so quiet one could've heard a pin drop, I swear. No rustling, coughing or snickering like you get when the audience is cringing at a badly executed scene. It felt totally real. Hocka-f*ing-doo!
***** THANK YOU! How would I love to see him! Everybody's heart must be breaking for him. He has an ability to stir and evoke emotions like nobody else and he actually goes to all these dark places the lyrics take him ... he must be dog-tired by the end. May I please ask: does he use only his marvelous lower register throughout the whole run or does he give an audience a glimpse of his dazzling falsetto as well? I've got notification of your message via email and all it said was "I have no words" - I almost cried - I thought it was all you have to say! Thank you again for your comments. Acting skills were unexpected surprise even if his disclaimers before songs are always joy in itself. I have a video of "Memphis" and cowardly skip couple of scenes in the 2nd act - especially "desperate kiss on air" - and being submersed in the show these scenes must be especially soul ripping. Still can't understand how they make such an organic transfer to an optimistic finale. Gosh, my only chance to see him in the role seams to be a possible translation of BBC Proms in the Park or if some kind sole will record it. Very happy for you :)
***** Heart-wrenching indeed, like the whole scene. He plays it so convincing, supported by all his partners. Words fail to express how impressive he plays his role.
spsanusha Do you mean the staging of the song itself? There are some videos from the original Broadway production with Chad Kimball. Try [ ouUGpZccBD8 ]
***** Oh, I should have been more explicit. Thank you for your reply, but I went through all the existing versions by now (I know it sounds a bit pathetic). What I meant was: if there is a difference between MC's performance of this song in the West End Life and real show on the stage of The Shaftesbury Theatre. I think there might have been. When he sings it in context of the narrative, the story might have provoked a slightly different emotions or a tone change?
***** lol, I have no doubts about the "nailed it" part, the question is "how exactly he nailed it?" :) He has such an eloquent voice. Hope you'll be able to enjoy it soon.
The same intensity as this performance but more emotions because it's a very emotional scene, and very heart wrenching to listen to in a theatre, just can't explain how it does to you. Perfect!
Deniz Kiziler Matt didn't expect to do musicals anytime soon either. But Beverly Knight gave him a call :) Watch his interview on "This Morning" here: [ yyEA6UVnjpM ] And about how the acting and dancing went ... read my previous comment quoting Joe DiPietro.
Joe DiPietro (the writer of "Memphis") wrote on his fb page: ::: When you're the author of a musical, perhaps the scariest words that can ever come out of producer's mouth are "we've cast a pop star with no acting experience as the lead in your show." Matt Cardle, who won Britain's "X Factor" (which is like "American Idol," but British, and with an X or something, I don't really know,) made his stage debut last night in the mammoth role of Huey Calhoun in "Memphis" on the West End. He was, in a word, fantastic --passionate and compelling and quirky and honest. He was also funny as hell. And sang the bejesus out of the score. Much congrats to a young, talented man who clearly worked his tail off to get to such a thrilling place. :::
***** Can't, frankly, stop reading this - I finish and start again :) Praise doesn't come much higher than that! Authors are very picky lot! Immensely happy for him!
I'm wondering how long he has been rehearsing the show and if it is influencing the writing of album #4. He has always been soulful and heavily influenced by the blues, but Higher Power and Hallelujah seem especially in that direction.
nuimaleko7 I was curios too. Everything indicated that the new album is ready and will be out in spring, but lately MC stated that he is half way though it (if he is not being humble himself). So, in all likelihood, something happen that made him to rethink the direction of the album.
He stated that Hallelujah, Higher Power and Don't Hold Back are quite new, written just weeks ago. He has said that album 4 will be out in October, I guess just as he completes his run in Memphis and just in time for the holidays.
nuimaleko7 It's a tough time to release album - bloodbath. This postponement may indicate that he had some new inspiration - it's great that he follows his muse.
The 'voice' that came on stage was amazing from the start and he arrived smashing in the end. A man, born with rare skills and 'personality' , able to overwhelm us with this phenomenal performance. It's really impressive.
