Lindsey Stirling & Lzzy Hale AGT America's Got Talent - Shatter Me 2014 + Pre-show Interview

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6 Aug 201405:00

TLDRIn this segment of America's Got Talent: The Results, the suspense of contestants awaiting public votes is highlighted. Superstar Lindsey Stirling, a former contestant, shares her empathy and encouragement, emphasizing that their journey is just starting. She reflects on her own experience, which led to a successful career with global tours and album releases, crediting the show for the initial opportunity. The episode also features Lindsey's performance of her new single 'Shatter Me', showcasing her inspiring journey from heartbreak to global stardom.

Takeaways

  • ๐ŸŽถ Lindsey Stirling, a former America's Got Talent contestant, shares her experience of the pressure and nerves associated with the results show, empathizing with current contestants.ใ€3ใ€‘
  • ๐ŸŒŸ Despite her journey ending on the show, Lindsey encourages the current acts by highlighting that their experiences are just the beginning of their potential careers.ใ€3ใ€‘
  • ๐Ÿš€ Lindsey Stirling has achieved significant success since her time on America's Got Talent, including touring and releasing original albums.ใ€3ใ€‘
  • ๐ŸŽค The young violinist mentioned in the script, who now has a massive following on YouTube, also started her journey on America's Got Talent.ใ€2ใ€‘
  • ๐Ÿ’” The violinist recalls feeling heartbroken after being voted off the show but used that experience as a motivation to continue pursuing her dreams.ใ€2ใ€‘
  • ๐Ÿ“ˆ The violinist's YouTube videos have garnered over half a billion views, showcasing the power of online platforms for artists to reach a global audience.ใ€2ใ€‘
  • ๐ŸŒ The violinist's success on YouTube led to world tours and a significant international fan base, demonstrating the impact of digital media on the music industry.ใ€2ใ€‘
  • ๐ŸŽต Lindsey Stirling's new single 'Shatter Me' is featured in the script, highlighting her ongoing musical career and contributions to the industry.ใ€3ใ€‘
  • ๐Ÿคฉ Both Lindsey Stirling and the young violinist serve as inspirations for current America's Got Talent contestants, showing that success can come from perseverance and innovation.ใ€3ใ€‘ใ€2ใ€‘
  • ๐ŸŽถ The script emphasizes the transformative power of talent shows like America's Got Talent, which can serve as a launching pad for artists' careers.ใ€3ใ€‘ใ€2ใ€‘
  • ๐ŸŽ‰ The return of Lindsey Stirling to the America's Got Talent stage signifies the show's ongoing support for its past contestants and their artistic growth.ใ€3ใ€‘

Q & A

  • Who is the special guest mentioned at the beginning of the transcript?

    -Lindsey Stirling is the special guest mentioned at the beginning of the transcript.

  • What was Lindsey Stirling's experience on America's Got Talent?

    -Lindsey Stirling's journey on America's Got Talent ended during the results show of the week she performed, which was a very scary moment for her.

  • How did Lindsey Stirling feel after getting voted off the show?

    -Lindsey Stirling felt heartbroken after getting voted off the show, but she knew in her heart that it was only the beginning of her journey.

  • What did Lindsey Stirling do after her America's Got Talent experience?

    -After her America's Got Talent experience, Lindsey Stirling started posting videos on YouTube, which received an amazing response, leading to a world tour and the release of two original albums.

  • How has America's Got Talent impacted Lindsey Stirling's career?

    -America's Got Talent gave Lindsey Stirling an initial platform that helped launch her career, for which she is very grateful, allowing her to live her dream.

  • What is the name of Lindsey Stirling's new single mentioned in the transcript?

    -Lindsey Stirling's new single mentioned in the transcript is 'Shatter Me'.

  • Who is featured in Lindsey Stirling's single 'Shatter Me'?

    -Lzzy Hale from the band Halestorm is featured in Lindsey Stirling's single 'Shatter Me'.

  • What is the main message Lindsey Stirling conveys to the contestants on America's Got Talent?

    -Lindsey Stirling conveys to the contestants that regardless of the outcome, their experience on the show is just the beginning of their amazing journey.

  • How has the pandemic affected Lindsey Stirling's career?

    -The pandemic has affected Lindsey Stirling's career by shutting down much of the music industry, as she primarily makes her money from touring and merchandise.

  • What was Lindsey Stirling's initial reaction to the judges' comments on her America's Got Talent audition?

    -Lindsey Stirling was devastated by the judges' comments during her America's Got Talent audition, to the point where she cried in a backstage bathroom.

  • How did Lindsey Stirling's partnership with Devin Graham help her career?

    -Lindsey Stirling's partnership with Devin Graham helped her career by filming about 25 videos for her YouTube channel, which led to her building a fanbase through social media and launching her performance career.

Outlines

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๐ŸŽ‰ America's Got Talent Results Show and Lindsey Stirling's Journey

The paragraph introduces the America's Got Talent results show and features Lindsey Stirling, a former contestant who has since become a superstar. Lindsey shares her insights on the pressure and nervousness the acts must be feeling, relating it to her own experience when her journey on the show ended in a particular week. She encourages the acts by emphasizing that regardless of the outcome, they are at the start of an incredible journey. The script also mentions Lindsey's performance later in the show and highlights her success, including a world tour and two original albums, attributing her initial break to America's Got Talent. Lindsey's new single, 'Shatter Me', is also promoted, with a live performance showcased.

Mindmap

Keywords

๐Ÿ’กAmerica's Got Talent

America's Got Talent is a popular American television show where participants showcase their talents to compete for prizes and recognition. It is a platform that has launched the careers of many artists, as it provides exposure and opportunities to perform in front of a national audience. In the script, it is the setting where the acts are waiting for the results of the public vote and where Lindsey Stirling, a former contestant, has returned to perform and share her experiences.

๐Ÿ’กLindsey Stirling

Lindsey Stirling is an American violinist, dancer, performance artist, and composer who gained fame as a contestant on America's Got Talent. She is known for her unique blend of classical and electronic music, often accompanied by dance routines. In the context of the script, she serves as an inspiration to current contestants, having experienced the same pressures and nerves they are going through, and has since become a successful artist, even headlining her own tours and releasing albums.

๐Ÿ’กpressure

In the context of the video, 'pressure' refers to the emotional and psychological stress that contestants face during the results show, as they await the public's verdict on their performances. This term highlights the high stakes and intense emotions involved in such a high-profile competition, where the outcome can significantly impact the contestants' lives and careers. Lindsey Stirling empathizes with this feeling, having experienced it herself during her time on the show.

๐Ÿ’กjourney

The term 'journey' in the script metaphorically represents the personal and professional path of the contestants and artists, starting from their initial appearances on the show to their potential future successes. It emphasizes that the experience on America's Got Talent, regardless of the outcome, is just the beginning of their artistic endeavors and growth.

๐Ÿ’กYouTube

YouTube is a video-sharing platform where users can upload, view, and share videos. In the context of the script, it is significant as it served as a launching pad for Lindsey Stirling's career after her experience on America's Got Talent. By sharing her performances on YouTube, she was able to reach a wider audience and gain the recognition that led to her successful career as a violinist and performer.

๐Ÿ’กtour

A 'tour' refers to a series of planned performances by a musician or band in different locations, typically as part of a promotional effort for their music. In the script, Lindsey Stirling mentions her own tour, indicating her success and popularity as an artist. The tour allowed her to perform her music for fans around the world, further establishing her career and reaching a broader audience.

๐Ÿ’กoriginal albums

The term 'original albums' refers to collections of new and unique music tracks created and recorded by an artist, as opposed to covers or compilations. In the context of the script, Lindsey Stirling's mention of her two original albums signifies her dedication to her craft and her ability to produce creative work that contributes to her success as a musician.

๐Ÿ’กinitial shot

The phrase 'initial shot' in the script refers to the first opportunity or break that an artist receives to launch their career. For Lindsey Stirling, America's Got Talent provided this initial platform that allowed her to showcase her talent to a wide audience. This concept emphasizes the importance of such opportunities in the entertainment industry and how they can serve as a catalyst for an artist's success.

๐Ÿ’กShatter Me

Shatter Me is the title of an original song by Lindsey Stirling, featuring Lzzy Hale from the band Halestorm. The song represents overcoming fears and breaking free from constraints, which aligns with the theme of the video where contestants face challenges and strive to succeed despite obstacles. The song's performance in the script serves as a source of inspiration and a display of Stirling's artistic growth since her time on America's Got Talent.

๐Ÿ’กpirouette

A 'pirouette' is a type of dance move where a dancer spins around on one leg while the other is raised, often with a bent knee. In the context of the script, it is used metaphorically in the lyrics of 'Shatter Me' to convey a sense of movement and fluidity, as well as the feeling of being trapped or caught in a cycle, which is a theme that resonates with the contestants' experiences on the show.

๐Ÿ’กfear

Fear, as used in the script, represents the anxiety and apprehension that contestants may feel when facing the results of their performances on the show. It is a natural response to high-pressure situations and uncertainty about the future. The lyrics from 'Shatter Me' illustrate this concept, as they express a desire to overcome this fear and break free from its constraints.

Highlights

Introduction to America's Got Talent: The Results

Lindsey Stirling's appearance and her experience with the pressure of the results show

Lindsey Stirling's journey ending on the show and her encouragement to current contestants

Lindsey Stirling's current success as a superstar and her upcoming performance

Introduction of a young violinist with over half a billion YouTube views

The violinist's initial appearance on season 5 of America's Got Talent

The violinist's fear and the scariest moment of performing in front of the judges

The violinist's emotional response to being voted off the show

The violinist's determination and the beginning of her YouTube success

The impact of the violinist's YouTube success leading to a world tour and album releases

The violinist's gratitude towards America's Got Talent for the opportunity

Lindsey Stirling's performance of her new single 'Shatter Me'

Lyrics from Lindsey Stirling's song 'Shatter Me'

Audience and judges' reaction to Lindsey Stirling's performance

Information about Lindsey Stirling's new album 'Shatter Me' and its availability