"Open up your mind, and let me step inside.." Queen
HISTORY
Adam Lambert wasn't the only person inside the Idol bubble to achieve fame season 8. THE grannies garnered some star power of our own, thanks to a certain message board and a bunch of people who found us amusing. (Who would've guessed?)
So we decided we needed a second residence. With a front gate. And more room for our toys. And an amphitheatre in the backyard.
Just to be clear, we rarely encourage people to visit. We're not really interested in riding Adam's - or anyone else's - coattails to further fame. Besides, coattails aren't really our style. We're much more comfortable traveling by broom (or Mercedes, depending on our moods).
A COUPLE OF THINGS
Our residence is accessible by invitation only, so if you're here, it's probably because we've made the rare exception and asked you to visit. However, if you happened upon us while exploring the neighborhood, you are certainly welcome to ring the bell, and we may even open the gates. Please be aware, however, that there are a few things you should know, if you want to watch our performances hang out with us.
1. We have rules. Yes, RULES. There is a granny code of ethics, and although it may be a unique code, it does exist. If you want to participate, please make the Rules Page in the Forum your next stop on the site.
2. To receive an official granny number, you must submit an essay for our amusement consideration. One hundred words or less on why you think you are granny material. Please post your submissions in the essay thread at the Forum.
Essays must include: pink hearts, lots of glitter, and one of the following words or phrases - strappy sandals, Serendipity sundaes, hot stone massages or renewable energy. Basically, we want to read about what keeps you revvvvvvvvved, you know?
If we like what we read, we'll assign you a number. The next number up for grabs: 65 - 24 + 5 x 2. (Don't bother doing the math. It's all about the equation.)
ABOUT THE SITE
WHY ADAM AND WHO ELSE
THE grannies (collectively) have a sense of humor and truly appreciate wittiness in all forms. Therefore, the pages on our home site are filled with things we find entertaining, regardless of whether or not one digs Adam. However, the main granny attraction is actually our forum, Studio 57. The content here gives only a hint of what's there. Consider The Closet, Wonderland, Please Me, etc. our trail of breadcrumbs, and please submit the registration form if you want to continue on the paths.
Separately, you'll probably notice that THE grannies have many inside jokes, mostly born from
ridiculous posts at the official AI boards (some ours, some not). So,
much of what you read here might not make much sense. However, if you
hang out with us for a while, things will start to gel. Promise.
WHY ADAM AND WHO ELSE
As much as we love American Idol (and we do, for various reasons), Adam's run on the show was not our introduction to him. Matter of fact, we are supporters from way baaaaack, even pre-dating his gig with the dancing sheep. If you're interested, check it out on the right. We think it's siiiiiiiiiiiiiiick.
VIDEO OF THE MONTH
Hi Hola, Brett Lowenstern. Any guy who takes on
Chili Peppers, The Doors, Zeppelin, Rihanna and Britney -
all on the same YouTube page - gets a shout out from us. Sending you good luck. You were fun on the show.