How Does Celine Win Back Her American Audience?

January 8, 2015 at 04:40 AM

I'm so glad someone started this thread. Like everyone here I love Celine. Her music and voice mean so much to me and I want more people to be touched by her music. Today that's just not happening as it should in the US. She is such a rare talent and she's preserved her voice so well, she deserves so much more attention thn she gets.

I think waiting so long in between albums only hurts her. I think Sony's promotion for LMBTL sucked. Why push "Incredible" right when AC radio stations--unfortunately the only stations that would consider playing her music--are all flipping to Christmas music? And I never could figure out when "Incredible" was released to radio in the US--it was a so confusing. Also, why was the video released so late? I'm glad we got one finally, but why not release it sooner to radio release instead of randomly in the spring. Finally, was or wasn't it sent to the Olympic games? The release for this LMBTL was messed up, and I wish someone from her team would acknowledge that. She is only one of the best selling acts of all time and she deserves better.

Also, I think she has retreated from the public's eye and that only hurts her relevance in the US. Vegas has given her steady work for the last decade, but I believe it has hurt her American standing. Only her core fans care that she's in Vegas, and she's definitely not gaining any new fans there. I wish she would spend more of her time cementing her legacy and searching for new, good songs. Also, she rarely does anything different in her Vegas shows. Why not experiment some and try covering a new song every week? I would love to see her cover some of today's hits (much like she did with "Rolling in the Deep"). Post the videos online and send out some press releases to grab attention. Also like said above, I wish she would use social media to her fans' benefit and give us some new performances instead of just plugging half-off Celine boutique sales. She, or her team, should embrace social media and use it as a tool to reach not only her fans but also those who do not typically seek out her music. Even young people would love to hear a true vocalist record today's songs! She is known for her big voice so show it off as much as possible! In reality, the most press she's received recently was from Richard Dunn's "All by Myself" video, yet she's shunned social media. So why not try to get some more viral videos of her performances?

Furthermore, in order to get some American radio Airplay, which in my view she desperately needs, I think she needs a successful duet with one of the current balladeers like Adele or Sam Smith or Lea Michelle. Sam Smith has said how much he loves Celine. Why not pursue this?

Also, she could have collaborated with Sam Bailey, the X factor winner, but elected not to. I understand she was busy, but that could have been a big opportunity if only in the UK.

She could even do a new Christmas album to get some US airplay. Last year, Mary J. Bridge worked with ClearChannel aka IHeartMedia on her Christmas album to find out how to tailor her songs for radio, and guess what?! Her Christams album was one of the most played. Celine's voice is too beautiful not to be in heavy rotation on a Christmas station. The only song I heard on Christmas radio this year was "happy xmas" and I only heard it twice--disgraceful.

Sorry for the length here, but I could go on for days. I love Celine and her voice is the most beautiful I've ever heard. I think the world of her, and it pains me when she doesn't get the respect she deserves. Also, I see so many missed opportunities by her team. Today, I hardly ever hear even her biggest hits from the 90s on the radio, and I'm nervous I won't again. I feel like she needs to remind the US just how talented she is, and I just haven't seen her do it consistently.

January 8, 2015 at 05:23 PM

It's actually a pretty simple problem,

In the U.S., you have to really put yourself out there to get good sales and good notice.

Loved Me Back to Life would have been better if they did more promotions, if there were music videos, if she performed more on TV. Not only that but probably offering a mini U.S. concert, giving away tickets, meet and greets, a possible lunch with celine,

many artists today do these things all the time when they promote themeselves.

music wise, it's all about collaboration here in the U.S. right now. She should do duets with people like Sia, Beyonce, Mariah, Madonna, Katy Perry, Rihanna, etc.

She hasn't dived into R&B or Rap, which would be good for her, she doesn't have to rap, but she can still sing a souring ballad with a rapper like Eminem.

She should also be a guest judge on American Idol, X Factor, The Voice, allow the contestants to sing all types of Celine songs that aren't usually shown.

January 8, 2015 at 05:35 PM

Also, she could have collaborated with Sam Bailey, the X factor winner, but elected not to. I understand she was busy, but that could have been a big opportunity if only in the UK.

If anything Sam needed Celine, not the other way around. "Loved Me Back To Life" has sold over 330,000 copies in the UK whereas Sam's debut album "The Power Of Love" has sold just over 126,000.

January 8, 2015 at 06:29 PM

Also, she could have collaborated with Sam Bailey, the X factor winner, but elected not to. I understand she was busy, but that could have been a big opportunity if only in the UK.

If anything Sam needed Celine, not the other way around. "Loved Me Back To Life" has sold over 330,000 copies in the UK whereas Sam's debut album "The Power Of Love" has sold just over 126,000.

Sam Bailey is also nothing spectacular. I listened to her album, and she falls flat on SO many notes even after editing. I didn't think she deserved to win the competition. I watched her performances and never thought she was all that wonderful. Her album, is also full of mediocre covers that don't even compare to the originals...which is also probably a reason why it didn't sell all that well.

January 8, 2015 at 08:22 PM

Also, she rarely does anything different in her Vegas shows. Why not experiment some and try covering a new song every week? I would love to see her cover some of today's hits (much like she did with "Rolling in the Deep"). Post the videos online and send out some press releases to grab attention. Also like said above, I wish she would use social media to her fans' benefit and give us some new performances instead of just plugging half-off Celine boutique sales. She, or her team, should embrace social media and use it as a tool to reach not only her fans but also those who do not typically seek out her music. Even young people would love to hear a true vocalist record today's songs! She is known for her big voice so show it off as much as possible! In reality, the most press she's received recently was from Richard Dunn's "All by Myself" video, yet she's shunned social media. So why not try to get some more viral videos of her performances?

Yes, yes, yes! Brilliant. Mixing up the covers would help keep things fresh for Celine, add some spontaneity to the Vegas show, and maybe get her some viral attention from time to time. On the most recent Michael Bublé Christmas special, he mentioned that he posts a clip of him doing a cover song every day during soundcheck on his Instagram account, and I know Kelly Clarkson has become pretty well-known for doing different covers at all of her shows, and it's fun to see different artists give their take on popular songs. It just seems so silly to me that they decide on a few songs and then don't change them for years at a time, like it's set in stone. Sure, there are a lot of logistics in the Vegas show, but could they really not mix things up even a little bit?

Her team has to help her understand the necessity of social media, too. I feel like we never get anything immediate from her -- it's always pre-taped stuff that is edited and aired on a TV show or something. For example, we all love the clips of her with the twins that were shown on L'été indien, etc., but we could be getting fun clips like that on a regular basis if she were willing to spend some time on Twitter/Instagram. And how amazing would it be to see her pinning all her favorite fashion on Pinterest? There is so much potential there if she could get the vision and be involved.

January 8, 2015 at 09:25 PM

Sam Bailey is also nothing spectacular. I listened to her album, and she falls flat on SO many notes even after editing. I didn't think she deserved to win the competition. I watched her performances and never thought she was all that wonderful. Her album, is also full of mediocre covers that don't even compare to the originals...which is also probably a reason why it didn't sell all that well.

Agree with you! So glad celine didn't sing with her. I never felt any emotion when sam sang. Made me laugh when sharon o was indirectly slagging celine off and saying how sam doesn't need and won't be singing/recording covers - and that was exactly what she did LOL

January 8, 2015 at 09:37 PM

I thought you were talking about Sam Smith, so I was like... WTF why do you call him a girl!? :lmao:

I think Celine should do a duet with him! He is highly popular now and he (used to) love(s) her!!

http://www.out.com/entertainment/music/2014/12/08/sam-smith-making-hitory-coming-out-reaching-masses-belting-out-celine-dion

January 8, 2015 at 11:31 PM

This topic is interesting. Honestly though has anyone thought that Celine and her team are just happy with status quo? We can debate this til the cows come home but unfortunately I think it is what it is.

January 8, 2015 at 11:49 PM

This topic is interesting. Honestly though has anyone thought that Celine and her team are just happy with status quo? We can debate this til the cows come home but unfortunately I think it is what it is.

good expression... :sofunny:

January 9, 2015 at 04:59 AM

I thought you were talking about Sam Smith, so I was like... WTF why do you call him a girl!?

I think Celine should do a duet with him! He is highly popular now and he (used to) love(s) her!!

http://www.out.com/entertainment/music/2014/12/08/sam-smith-making-hitory-coming-out-reaching-masses-belting-out-celine-dion

That would be a good move for her honestly! Especially right now since he's all over the place. I think their voices would compliment each other.

January 9, 2015 at 04:18 PM

I thought you were talking about Sam Smith, so I was like... WTF why do you call him a girl!?

I think Celine should do a duet with him! He is highly popular now and he (used to) love(s) her!!

http://www.out.com/entertainment/music/2014/12/08/sam-smith-making-hitory-coming-out-reaching-masses-belting-out-celine-dion

Lol no sorry! Yeah definitely talking about sam bailey!

I love sam smith. His album is probably the best of 2014 imo. And yes loved him even more when he spoke of celine. Would be fab if they did something together.

January 9, 2015 at 04:43 PM

I thought you were talking about Sam Smith, so I was like... WTF why do you call him a girl!?

I think Celine should do a duet with him! He is highly popular now and he (used to) love(s) her!!

http://www.out.com/e...out-celine-dion

His voice is orgasmic. I love him. Would be insane for the 2 of them to work together.

January 9, 2015 at 06:55 PM

Celine needs a really honest, autotuneless and relatable ballad reminiscent of Demi Lovato's Skyscraper. That would make her a role model for younger people while remaining on her power ballad sound. She would be cool yet classy.

January 9, 2015 at 07:40 PM

Sam Bailey is also nothing spectacular. I listened to her album, and she falls flat on SO many notes even after editing. I didn't think she deserved to win the competition. I watched her performances and never thought she was all that wonderful. Her album, is also full of mediocre covers that don't even compare to the originals...which is also probably a reason why it didn't sell all that well.

Point taken. My point is the xfactor is a huge deal in the UK. I'm not suggesting Celine attach herself to Sam, but even a performance with her would have been beneficial IMO. Whenever Celine can sing her songs in front of an entire country, it's a huge deal that can only help her relevance; much like her performance with Tessanne Chin on the Voice here in America. She rocked it and I remember seeing she was trending on Twitter right after her two performances! I just wish she would capitalize on these opportunities is my larger point here.

And the thought of Celine singing with Sam Smith is amazing. It would be so beautiful and such a savvy move for Celine.

Edited January 9, 2015 at 07:46 PM by stlcardsfan

January 9, 2015 at 07:51 PM

music wise, it's all about collaboration here in the U.S. right now. She should do duets with people like Sia, Beyonce, Mariah, Madonna, Katy Perry, Rihanna, etc.

Definitely. I would love to see Celine sing with Sia. She's already written a song for Celine so why not sing with her?

January 23, 2015 at 09:33 AM

I think a new James Bond movie song would help.

January 30, 2015 at 04:58 PM

I don't think anything would work at this point except if she promoted the album constantly and got involved with social media, but even those two would be hard.

Sorry to be negative but it's true.

January 30, 2015 at 09:15 PM

Promotion and a tv special where she performs several songs from the album she's promoting. Not ones you can hear in LV etc. Also, a duet with someone "in" right now - Sam Smith, Ed Sheeran, Taylor Swift etc.

January 30, 2015 at 10:11 PM

I don't think anything would work at this point except if she promoted the album constantly and got involved with social media, but even those two would be hard.

Sorry to be negative but it's true.

No just being real.... :mellow:

and completely right imo.

February 16, 2015 at 11:27 PM

I love Celine, never tire of her. That being said, she's given her fans almost 20 years of listening to her beautiful voice. She's been working since she was 12. I can understand if she's had enough. She's got more money than she could ever need or want, and Renee is in precarious health. I don't blame her for choosing a lifestyle that allows her time with her family. Of course Vegas is a 1-hour flight for me should she continue her residency there. But at the end of the day, for her world to be right, she needs to be with her family.

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February 16, 2015 at 11:37 PM

First off WELCOME TO THE Forum,

February 16, 2015 at 11:38 PM

Thanks!

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February 17, 2015 at 07:07 PM

I think that Celine loves singing a lot. And God she feels everything. But family for me is highest priority if you have one

February 17, 2015 at 07:10 PM

I really feel like she has her priorities straight; family first, show biz second. She's achieved her goal of super-stardom, she's established herself as one of the world's greatest singers and she's a living legend. I hope she returns to Vegas and that I can see her. But I also hope she uses the time Renee has left to be with her family.

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February 17, 2015 at 09:56 PM

I really feel like she has her priorities straight; family first, show biz second. She's achieved her goal of super-stardom, she's established herself as one of the world's greatest singers and she's a living legend. I hope she returns to Vegas and that I can see her. But I also hope she uses the time Renee has left to be with her family.

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I'm sure that she will be back in Vegas. I DO WANT that asia tour to continue, bucause that Im sure is going to be one of Dion's BIGGEST MARKETS. When the 3d titanic film release happened its biggest released was over 100 million made in China alone. She can really capitalize in that market more. I was saying Dion should do a french album and an english.world collaboration album

south korea's kpop artists

japaneses artists

chinese artists

add in people like adele, leona lewis, some oldies, some eurovision winners,

you get a great mix of albums and languages..

February 17, 2015 at 10:26 PM

Lol, who knows how she could win back American fans.... maybe it doesn't really matter to her....

February 17, 2015 at 11:30 PM

How does she win back her American audience?

Stop talking about children and babies when she is on a show to promote MUSIC. ("Miracle" was the exception to this.)
Perform her OWN dang songs instead of numerous, random covers.
Get more interactive with her fans via social media and/or CelineDion.com.
Give more respect to ALL the songs which have gotten her to where she is today. That means not just concentrating on "The Power Of Love" and "My Heart Will Go On." That means acknowledging and TALKING about "Misled" being her first #1 hit on the dance floor. Talk more about her lesser known #1 hit "Nothing Broken But My Heart." Talk about the remix competition for "Loved Me Back To Life" and actually DO SOMETHING with the winning remix!
Highlight her French career more during American shows instead of coming across as apologetic for it by only performing one French song in America.
Create more unique items for sale at The Boutique instead of generic shirts which could be made at Kinko's or Cafe Press.
Bare her soul more and lower her guard. Open up about how she truly feels about topics. Don't be as reserved during interviews. BE REAL.
Release more music she has either solely written herself, or music she has collaborated on.
Stop using the same dang script night after night at shows.
Get all her material up on iTunes, Google Play Store and Amazon. ALL material.
Release more limited editions, collector's series albums and milestone releases with actual notes from herself talking about EACH song, not just the biggies from said albums.

Edited February 17, 2015 at 11:32 PM by SuperLove4Celine

February 18, 2015 at 02:26 AM

The point is, I don't think she cares about her career.

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February 18, 2015 at 02:30 AM

The point is, I don't think she cares about her career.

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I'm sorry, I'm going to have to agree to disagree. Just take the SA promotion and the tour for one example- she loved it! I think just the past year with Rene was becoming overwhelming, she just needed to take a step back from it all.

February 18, 2015 at 02:30 AM

I agree.

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