massive, swelling applause
via MM
Ahem... So basically shared a moment with anti-christ superstar MM last night--he was drinking water a meter away from me and had intimate eye-contact with Katrin; plus self has developed minor crush on one of his black-leather coat guitarist, who trashed his guitar at the end of the performance. (Note: K would like to be referred as her real name in this context.) Got free tickets from S to BBC Top of the Pops recording: a once-in-a-lifetime chance of being a one-night groupie, though HY pointed out that it was for 12-year-olds. Bands were utterly eccentric and popstars (left out spices Mel C and Emma) were chubby and friendly, I suppose. The Yeah Yeah Yeahs were awesome, especially the vocalist Karen O with shrimp outfit, bizarre facial expressions and adorable sweet smile. Inside story? Everyone was encouraged, rephrase, were forced to act like insane, dedicated fans. They created scenes in which a small portion of people were made to look like a large crowd of enthusiasists on your TV screen. The host would say, "On three, give massive, swelling applause," and we were expected to clap until hands had blisters. An exclusive 25-second applause must be given to Emma, which I find quite difficult after listening to her lame song. Near the end, I was in an undernourished and dehydrated state, and all I had in mind was food.