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O Holy Night (58,488) by Jeff from USA Last night at the Beacon, MiMi slayed this song. She absolutely deserved the standing ovation. It was awesome to see Mary Ann and Trey with huge smiles on their faces. The voice is back, you all. (Wednesday 16 December 2015; 15:15)

Survey (58,487) by Jeff from USA I would love to hear a mash-up of The Roof/Breakdown. Although it would be sad to let any go, I could replace Dream Lover. (Wednesday 16 December 2015; 15:11)

Re: Make it as festive as we can (58,481) (58,486) by Deedre aka MiTodoChop @HBF from Canada Thank you for taking the time to share this. Much appreciated. (Wednesday 16 December 2015; 14:47)

Re: Survey question for the lambs (58,469) (58,485) by Tevin from USA I would love if Mariah would sing Hero with just a piano playing like she did at Tokyo done during the Daydream tour. Like she showed us the last [...] shows at Beacon concert she still can sing Hero with that light airy voice, like she did back during 96. If she could practice those belts I think she could gives us a performance at least 90% of what that one was. (Wednesday 16 December 2015; 14:19)

Sweet Sweet Fantasy Tour (58,484) by Nowayjoseh from UK Got 1 ticket to go see her at the O2 London and front row at Stockholm. Counting the seconds. Yay. (Wednesday 16 December 2015; 14:07)

Mariah tickets- bucket list (58,483) by Anonymous from Well guys, I never thought the day would ever come that I get to meet Mariah Carey but low and behold I've managed to purchase some Meet and Greet tickets for the 02 Arena. I'm ecstatic. Am I crazy, well yes I am but the last time I got to see her perform was when I was 18 years old in 2003. I'm now thirty and was adamant that I wouldn't miss an opportunity of seeing her again, especially as she finally returns to the UK. Meeting Mariah was on my bucket list and I can not wait to tick it off. I've told my partner that I waiver all gifts for birthday and Christmas for the next 5 years and beyond. You only live once. I'm sharing this because only you guys would get it. Much love and congrats to all the lucky fans finally getting to see Mariah. Hold on in there fans to those that haven't seen her yet, it took 13 years for her to return to the UK, who knows with your country. My Christmas has now officially started, let the countdown begin. (Wednesday 16 December 2015; 13:52)

Re: Survey question for the lambs (58,475) (58,482) by Philipp from Switzerland Touch My Body replaced with Loverboy (she never performed the song live). (Wednesday 16 December 2015; 12:51)

Make it as festive as we can (58,481) by adena from usa Not the greatest sound in the Beacon balcony, but I thought I'd share my audio from the show I went to this time (12/14). I love when she talks to the crowd and sings during the band intro because it's Christmas time in the city, in the city. (Wednesday 16 December 2015; 11:12)

Tickets (58,480) by Matteo from Italy Just got the tickets for the Milan show. I'm dying. (Wednesday 16 December 2015; 10:48)

Re: My wig was snatched (58,478) (58,479) by Andrew from UK Save for waiting for someone to rip off a wig somewhere [censored]: that was really great. For the European tour she may want to finally lower the keys to her songs. It would sound so much better, I'm not sure anybody would think negatively of it. (Wednesday 16 December 2015; 10:44)

My wig was snatched (58,478) by Billy from Greece I have killed the replay button over this. Anyone complaining about vocals? (Wednesday 16 December 2015; 9:43)

Re: Survey question for the lambs (58,469) (58,477) by 123 from USA I like your suggestion. Fly Like A Bird really is one of her best songs. The song really is like a spiritual experience. My pick would be trading in Honey - although I love - with a moodier uptempo like The Roof. If would flow in her concert, singing it back to back with My All. Which leads me to my next question. Which one of Mariah's hits that she performs would you like for her to completely revamp the melody and vocals? I love what she did with TGIFU. I always preferred the classic remix but the Vegas revamp made me appreciate the song and love that version. (Wednesday 16 December 2015; 7:57)

Article: It's time we embrace the Mariah Carey that is (58,476) by this_is_qhm from the Philippines This is a great article. It's nice when fans can be honest and try to suppress their biases for a while to acknowledge that Mariah's earlier music verged on bland fair, and that her voice cannot reach the stratospheric heights it has before. Another great artist I believe I could compare Mariah to is Lisa Stansfield. Just like her, she had this rich, instantly recognizable tone. Heck, she came out just about the same time Mariah did (several months earlier) and lost to Mariah at the Grammys for Best New Artist. When she came back with Face Up in 2001, it was evident that her voice wasn't as elastic as it used to be, but she still sounded great. Listening to her today, her voice has aged even more, and just like Mariah, can no longer replicate her studio vocals in her live performances. Lisa had smoking, Mariah had stress and drinking. But both still sound great and while they may not belt out or riff cascades as easily as today's younger singers, their respective vocal tones alone are undeniable and more than enough to school the wannabes. (Wednesday 16 December 2015; 6:55)

Re: Survey question for the lambs (58,469) (58,475) by Warrior Butterfly from USA One Sweet Day replaced with Never Forget You. (Wednesday 16 December 2015; 3:15)

Re: Article: After 20 years, Mariah Carey is no longer no. 1 (58,459) (58,474) by May from Denmark While the article specifically talks about music in the malls (it actually depends which article) the title is very misleading. The "DailyFail" was worst, it posted the infamous Rockefeller video at the end rather than an actual one from her current Beacon performance. (Wednesday 16 December 2015; 2:48)

Re: Survey question for the lambs (58,469) (58,473) by Luke from United Kingdom I'd swap Always Be My Baby for The Roof. I like Always Be My Baby but I'm not too keen on how they perform it live. That sneak of The Roof she gave at Jimmy Kimmel was bliss, I don't know why she doesn't do those kinda songs more. (Wednesday 16 December 2015; 2:39)

Mariah and her legacy (58,472) by Jono from USA I don't think it's a bad thing that Mariah is doing her throwback classics, and possibly opening a museum. I'd totally attend. A museum would be amazing because casual tourists who are curious could come in, and if the exhibit is done well it could really educate them on Mariah's contributions and all that she's achieved in the music industry. Because Lord knows most of these people treat the Grammys as some holy grail and think that just because Mariah constantly gets snubbed, she must not be important. This could expose her work on her terms, as opposed to the press (who also love to slander Mariah). Maybe I just think differently for someone born in the 90s, but I hate most of pop music that's out nowadays and I don't care if Mariah stays away from trends because it would sacrifice her artistic integrity. As someone like Adele proved, if she can just be herself you can still find a market where you're appreciated it. Just because Mariah is doing a museum doesn't mean she's done for. Taylor Swift has one, and she's only 26. So I think it's just a cool interactive space to showcase Mariah and I think it could only be positive. (Wednesday 16 December 2015; 1:21)

Re: Article: Mariah Carey's opening a $20million museum (58,465) (58,471) by Lee TS from USA I mean I guess, when I think of museums I think of the past. Like she's dead and let us reflect. (Wednesday 16 December 2015; 0:20)

Re: Article: Mariah Carey's opening a $20million museum (58,462) (58,470) by Deedre aka MiTodoChop @HBF from Canada If true I actually think it would be cool. Mariah is such a huge contributor to music history, yet the general public is still unaware (for the most part) of her efforts. Especially behind the scenes. And maybe she'd decide to put Marilyn's piano there. She's talked of that for ages. Museums don't necessarily mean tacky. They can be tastefully done in honor of the artist and the fans. One of my favorite Latin American singers, Selena Quintanilla has one that was opened after her passing with all proceeds going to her foundation. Granted the circumstances are different, but it can be done in a classy way. (Tuesday 15 December 2015; 21:29)

Survey question for the lambs (58,469) by Marissa from USA (Inspired by Giselle's post.) What is one song that Mariah performs frequently that you would like to replace with a lesser performed song? I would trade Hero for Fly Like A Bird. Hero's a beautiful song but I think it's boring compared to the other gems MC has in her catalog. (Tuesday 15 December 2015; 20:58)

Re: Article: After 20 years, Mariah Carey is no longer no. 1 (58,459) (58,468) by Jono from USA Just goes to show you how much the media loves to knock Mariah down. Mariah kills it at the Beacon show and shuts her haters up, barely any press. Mariah is "dethroned" because apparently a playlist has stated that Mariah is now "only" the #2 played Christmas song (after 20 years) and every major news outlet plays out. Mariah is losing weight, has moved on from Nick, is still an outstanding mother, and her voice is improving. They're getting desperate for some negativity. (Tuesday 15 December 2015; 20:11)

Mariah live UK (58,467) by Lee from UK So I have tickets see Mariah twice in 2 days. One in Manchester then 2 days later in Birmingham. I am very very excited. No one around me understands my joy so I thought I would express it here. Thanks for listening. (Tuesday 15 December 2015; 19:40)

December 14 at the Beacon Theatre (58,466) by Jared from USA Hi Lambs. The good news: it's still a beautiful show and Mariah is still doing her thing on that stage. I love her to pieces, but the experience was ruined for me by the audience members. At first, when the curtains pulled back to reveal Mariah in all her diva glory and "Hark. The Herald Angels Sing" began, I was only too happy to get up and get on my feet along with the entire orchestra section to pay homage to Miss Mariah Carey, my favorite of favorites. I was also happy to be on my feet for "Oh Santa" so I could bounce along to the infectious bass line. The kids on stage were "werking" it. They were so adorable and talented, and of course, everyone on stage and offstage from the ever present trio of Trey and company, to the band and her musical director, to the production and set designers, the stage hands... you get the idea. It takes a village to mount a professional production in a world class theater. The bad news: people in the orchestra section refused to sit down. If you happened to get tickets in that section, you had no choice but to be on your feet for the entirety of the show to even see anything. And I stand 6'1" sans heels. I don't understand why we had to be on our feet at the Beacon theatre mosh pit to enjoy "Silent Night", "Oh Holy Night", "Christmas Time is in the Air Again" and other such gems. Maybe it was because I've had an exhausting day, and a draining week, but I was unable to stand more than halfway through the "intimate" show. It went sour for me very quickly especially when I noticed that three of the people directly in front of me had their camera phones out and clearly did not give a flaming $h*# about the people behind them. They were filming it or live streaming it - you know, for the people who did not pay to enjoy a live performance. Great. I guess I could sit down now in my orchestra seat and watch the videos that people like them would upload. Next time, I'll watch Mariah from the comfort of home. Thank goodness she is doing a Hallmark movie that I can enjoy on my couch, or this Beacon night of joy and festivity show would have ruined my holiday. (Tuesday 15 December 2015; 19:35)

Article: Mariah Carey's opening a $20million museum (58,465) by Ignacio Pineda from United States I hope it's true. I can't wait. (Tuesday 15 December 2015; 18:42)

Article: It's time we embrace the Mariah Carey that is (58,464) by Giselle UrbanPoshBeauty from US of A [...] I really hope Stella, you give Mariah this article to read. I've been saying this for a long time now. Mariah is slowly turning herself into Diana Ross. In fact it's like a running joke on social media especially Christmas time AIWFCIY. Now, she clearly wants it "Queen of Christmas". No Mimi, no. From the Vegas setlist to her performing VOL on BMA. She's turning herself into a "classics" artists and that's why it's hard for people to stop comparing her to her former self. I'd really love if she would go through her ''classics box'' and play some of the lesser known fan favorites. I'm so done with Hero, WBT, SIO, Heartbreaker, Dreamlover and Fantasy(Remix). Also, Mariah for the love of fashion, hire a new stylist. I'm not going to lie, you answered my Lambily prayers with the all black you wore this past week it's getting better. I even love your holiday outfits but you can tell how I'm "a crazy fan" when I know that white dress with the diamonds on it is from your closet from yesteryear you wore it before LMAO magazine. You're Mariah Carey please hire a new stylist. The whole going out with a scarf on in the rain/cold, call up Basso and get you a fierce faux fur coat and bring it. This whole "I'm a world class diva" but I dress like a rich stay at home mom from Jersey "new money" is getting played out. Also for the good, tou been looking gorgeous, you look like a golden Malibu Barbie. (Tuesday 15 December 2015; 17:56)

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