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Can we talk about... (85,094) by Edouard from France Mariah's vocals in Asia. I mean, wow. She's the greatest singer. She's in high spirit and also she's probably well rested. Plus, the humidity in Asia can only help with range. Mariah's voice is very sensitive. She's always said that. She's never been like "I can do whatever I want to with it". She's always said (even in early interviews) that basically she's not in charge, that her voice has a life of its own. So to speak. I find it fascinating. It truly is a gift from God. (Friday 19 October 2018; 12:58)

Re: Roc Nation (85,086) (85,093) by Special K from USA Yes it does make sense and I think it's a great idea. Loving this Caution era. (Friday 19 October 2018; 12:37)

The Distance is growing on me (85,092) by Sheila from United States At first I thought ok she's trying to be current, understated and give just a little bit of vocals. Just a bit. GTFO is the song she should have given the royal release treatment, The Distance is cool, this era she looks great, fashion on point but vocally we are not getting from Mariah what is needed. Vocals. Cheers to this new era and hoping for a great record. (Friday 19 October 2018; 12:00)

Re: The Asia tour and MC15 Caution era (85,088) (85,091) by Bill from the UK Completely agree that MC should really capitalise on her tours this quarter to promote her new material as well as delivering her hits. Some audience members may be attending "for the nostalgia", so for them to hear her new, great material as the album hits the shelves seems a bit of a no brainer. (Friday 19 October 2018; 10:55)

The Distance (85,090) by Stacey from USA So the first 55 seconds, I'm like what is this mess. The whole spirit chant is so unnecessary and out of place. After that, the beat kicks in and the song sounds nice. Even Ty Dolla, whatever his name is, his part flows nicely with the song. So I guess I'll skip the first minute of the song, lol. (Friday 19 October 2018; 09:58)

Again (85,089) by Stacey from USA Again with the f-word. (Friday 19 October 2018; 09:55)

The Asia tour and MC15 Caution era (85,088) by Ethan from United States I'm happy that the setlist is similar to the Butterfly Returns residency. However, here are my two cents. 1) Cut Emotions, VOL, and OSW and 2) replace them with LTT (a whole song), IBT, WY, and Without You. The Asian audience prefers ballads/pop songs. Yes I know that VOL is the magna carta of melisma but I don't think it's as popular as IDWC or LTT from her first album in Asia. It'd make sense to include Without You as an encore with Hero since it's her biggest international hit in Asia. And include WY as a must as part of promoting new album and music. Please wear a short dress when singing uptempo numbers to move around easier. I remember seeing her in a blue Asian-inspired short dress singing to Honey as part of the Charmbracelet tour and it was a cute and flirty performance. Now to the new era: management/PR is on point. We need to take a chill pill and let the professionals do their job. They are in this business for a reason. The music industry is so different now compared to the 90s in terms of promotion and sales. Thus, WY goes to AC and GTFO/The Distance goes to Urban/R&B radio stations for an array of audience. Based on Mariah's album track lists, the #2 and #3 songs are often the most popular/strongest singles and WY was placed at #2 so I wonder how the rest of the songs played out. I really hope there's a deluxe version with a few more songs or some hidden songs. I think she hopes to go on tour in the US with this album (if it's a success) so that's why her residency is only scheduled in February of 2019. In today's music world, sales of at least 1 million is a success. A series of albums released by female artists (Britney, Christina, Fergie, etc.) had very poor sales in the past years. In my opinion, Mariah needs to have more confidence and work on her performance. (Friday 19 October 2018; 07:25)

How many times it take (85,087) by Critter from USA How many times does it take you to love the new music? With You: 25 GTFO: 5 The Distance: 1 (Friday 19 October 2018; 06:47)

Re: Roc Nation (85,057) (85,086) by Licia from USA It actually does make sense. I kind if like the idea that they aren't focusing just on getting a number one single. (Friday 19 October 2018; 06:46)

The Distance (85,085) by Brad from USA This song is R&B gold. It is at once perfect club music, a perfect mid-summer jam song and down right baby making music. Total hit in my opinion. Radio please embrace this. I suggest playing it on a loop for about 5 to 10 times and then try stopping. I think you will get it then. I wish for it 250 million + audience impressions. May it go the distance. (Friday 19 October 2018; 06:16)

Re: With You / cover art / The Distance (85,077) (85,084) by Tevin from USA What state do you live in Brad? The picture in your avatar looks familiar. (Friday 19 October 2018; 04:25)

Re: The Distance (85,061) (85,083) by Tevin from USA Hey Andrew, I'm curious what would be your ideal roll out or vision of Mariah's new album?? (Friday 19 October 2018; 04:14)

By far (85,082) by Lighty from China I love all three new songs we've heard. GTFO > The Distance > With You. Here is hoping that the song she did with Busta last year would be included on Caution. (Friday 19 October 2018; 04:12)

"The Distance" (85,081) by Atwood from NY Now that I played the song dozens of times and read the lyrics, part of me thinks this could be about us lambs. Just a thought, but clearly can go either way. (Friday 19 October 2018; 03:39)

Re: Mediocre songs (85,075) (85,080) by Atwood from NY Hahaha. (Friday 19 October 2018; 02:22)

The rollout / The Distance (85,079) by this_is_qhm from the Philippines Okay, before we get to the song, can we just take some time to appreciate how her current team has managed to handle this album rollout, which is easily her best, most organized and strategic one since TEOM? Seriously, finally she's surrounded by people who get how it is to release an album post 2010s, as this one has the hallmarks of a current album release: the controversial buzz track ro test the waters (usually reserved for artists who haven't dropped an album in a while), the first official single which isn't so much a departure from the artist's familiar sound, the high-profile televised gigs, the fan-interaction-revealed cover art, the surprise instant grat track rewarded to pre-orders - her current team really get it. That alone is cause enough for celebration. Now on to the song - and let me phrase this in the typical expressions by dem netizens seen on social media memes and comments sections: issa bop, dat beat tho, lemme get myself a new wig, she ain't playing this time, this is lit, it's a vibe, etc. Mariah made something that as sounds awesome blasting out from car speakers on a late night drive as it is as call for slow dancing in a club. It's great. I'm with those who say this is the most excited they have been for an album since 2008. GTFO, With You and then this? 3 for 3 for me. (Friday 19 October 2018; 01:14)

Re: The Distance (85,071) (85,078) by Edward from USA Many of us do. I suggest you get a good dose of GTFO. (Friday 19 October 2018; 00:48)

With You / cover art / The Distance (85,077) by Brad from USA I hope everyone is being well and treating others well. I really like "With You" and hope that it can gain some airplay. I do question its accessibility to a broad audience given its specificity in detailing a certain type of relationship. As I may be the biggest, oldest dang lamb on this board, I have to say that the cover art for "Caution" reminds me of the cover art for Luther Vandross' "Your Secret Love" album released in 1996, which I still keep in rotation in my car's c.d. player. Yep, I went there. Anyhow, "The Distance" sounds very current and fun yet one can readily imagine it in a previous era reworked as a full throttled torch song. Either way, I am in the camp of being a grateful 28 year long (and counting) lamb who marvels at the reality of having more music and an upcoming album from my "sound scroll to the sky". May we continue to be so blessed and appreciate it. (Friday 19 October 2018; 00:40)

Re: The Distance (85,066) (85,076) by Victoria from USA Something no one on this site should ever say. I'm with Andrew. (Friday 19 October 2018; 00:36)

Re: Mediocre songs (85,069) (85,075) by Victoria from USA Whatever golden showers. (Friday 19 October 2018; 00:35)

Re: The Distance (85,072) (85,074) by Victoria from USA Boo. Another one still thinking that one's opinion means ish. (Friday 19 October 2018; 00:33)

Glitter 9/11 (85,073) by Lafa from Sweden Why did Mariah get shit for Glitter flopping when it came out september 11, 2001? Everything went down that day. I'm just saying. (Thursday 18 October 2018; 23:59)

Re: The Distance (85,061) (85,072) by Ronnie from California I agree Andrew. I have listened to it around 10+ times at this point and it's not my taste either. I did find some background vocals I believe are lovely, and that climax is something you rarely hear in modern music. I think I enjoy the songs most in the order they came in (GTFO > With You > The Distance). By no means do I think The Distance is a poorly written song judging by how so many people are infatuated with it. Bad music gains popularity all the time, but The Distance is far from that abyss. For me, this is not what I look for in Mariah's music and that's okay. She delivers versatility on each album and these particular songs seem to be playing different fields like she normally does. I will continue to support the song because I want to support her in general. I have been out of the mainstream music circle for quite some time so I'm not really looking for songs that appeal to the public (nor do I know what one would sound like). I will take off time from streaming GTFO to help possibly create buzz for The Distance since many lambs feel like this one is a hit. Can't wait for the new album - it's promising. Still not over "go and stay at your friend's house or something". (Thursday 18 October 2018; 23:44)

Re: The Distance (85,044) (85,071) by Victoria from USA Who cares what he thinks? (Thursday 18 October 2018; 23:37)

Re: The Distance (85,055) (85,070) by Tevin from USA I finally was able to hear the entire song. I love it 9 out of 10. The only thing I wished was different is, after Ty's rap verse, I wish Mariah resung the "dark days cold nights, late October" part, that part is so catchy and it would have helped the song flow better instead of jumping right to the climax. Anyway I'm really looking forward to this CD and era. Even if it's not a success (which I hope it will be) it's still refreshing to see a different Mariah. She listens to us, most of the songs are made with new or hot producers, the CD will only be 10 to 12 songs long. Good rollout and team behind her. Now she has to do what she does best and sing. The record company better promote this. Also can she release Migrate as a single? Lol. (Thursday 18 October 2018; 23:35)

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