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Re: New single (60,008) (60,009) by Lee TS from USA Can we talk? Rather than perfecting a new album it seems like she's more focused on perfecting the details of her wedding. Single possily, album I still can't picture a full length body of work. She's no longer the girl who locks herself up in the studio for 6 months straight. Does she even have 3 months for a throwaway album? Let's hope she's being inspired writing lyrics down and humming melodic ideas into her phone. (Thursday 25 February 2016; 13:47)

Re: New single (59,997) (60,008) by Mimi L. from Empower Your Highlighter I wouldn't really call buzz singles the new rage. Ariana and Rihanna didn't release buzz singles, Ariana's "Focus" is/was supposed to be on her album and she would have subsequently released it had "Focus" done well on the charts. Rihanna's singles were also meant for her album but we know she had a MIAM situation where her singles were not backed up by promos and died down as well as her album constant being pushed back. Beyonce's "Formation" is as of yet a stand alone, it only received so much attention because it has a social message. However that being said, it is being reported that even Beyonce is planning to release 2 albums this year in addition to her long rumored joint album with Jay Z. If Britney and Fergie did release them, I have not even heard about it so that shows how little attention it got and right now if Mariah releases something we need the attention. So yes, I still think Mariah should have a proper era planned out when she makes her move. She released one too many "buzz singles". If she releases one more she has to make sure it can make an impact on the charts and the GP. (Thursday 25 February 2016; 9:20)

Greatness (60,007) by David F from Mexico Mariah is covered with greatness and lots of talent. She can do amazing records. The only thing she needs is to accept a second opinion from today's hot producers and risk something. Rihanna receives advice. She is not the great composer or the producer on her songs, she is a product of certain bosses. Mariah has embraced so much her freedom since Butterfly. She has her own world. I always say this. She can bring a video concept album like 5 songs and videos at the same time. She can do it again I am sure. (Thursday 25 February 2016; 3:30)

Re: Mariah discusses her latino last name (60,005) (60,006) by Jp from Argentina Hey there. This interview took place in Buenos Aires, Argentina during a promotional tour for Rainbow. Mariah was dating Luis Miguel at that time and coincidently they were both in Buenos Aires at the same time. I tried to get in the taping of the show but I did call the show a couple of times and they told me it was not possible since they had no capacity to host any more fans. The followijg day, the amount of fans waiting in the street was really more than they expected and Mariah ordered the producers of the show to let everyone come in. The following day, she signed authographs at a music store in Buenos Aires and that's where I got mine. I'll never forget that day. I hope this helps. (Thursday 25 February 2016; 1:32)

Mariah discusses her latino last name (60,005) by Giovanni from USA Very interesting. I'd say that footage was from '98 or '99. She looked gorgeous. I've always thought Mariah has such a pleasant speaking voice. (Thursday 25 February 2016; 0:36)

Re: New single (59,996) (60,004) by Deedre aka MiTodoChop @HBF from Canada Regardless of how much time she's talking about for the single and album - I'm just happy to hear her reference new music. She's probably quite inspired to create. Will be interesting to see what she does. (Thursday 25 February 2016; 0:30)

Re: Work (59,977) (60,003) by Deedre aka MiTodoChop @HBF from Canada You're welcome. Yeah, Honey is pretty timeless imo. Butterfly is still my fave album. (Thursday 25 February 2016; 0:24)

Re: The Hating Game (59,982) (60,002) by Deedre aka MiTodoChop @HBF from Canada Yeah, Edward that was my feeling about the Samsung deal too. It's not cheating or manipulation. Things are changing all the time. What's OK for one, should be OK for all, and it's an acceptable way to promote digital music right now. It's always felt uncomfortable to me when you start defining being a Mariah fan by having to either blame Mariah for what she is or isn't choosing to do at the time, or by undercutting in Mariah's name. I might not rock out to Rihanna regularly, or own any of her albums, but her music is clearly bringing enjoyment for people which is the whole point to it all if you ask me, so yay to that. Lol. (Thursday 25 February 2016; 0:22)

Here's hoping (60,000) by George Golden from UK Mariah needs a total turnaround in terms of her singles. Please no more midtempos, We Belong Together sequels, tacky awkward videos, rap, lazy promotion, lengthy audio and video release gaps. A big uptempo number would be amazing. Anyway here's hoping. [Webmaster: This is the 60.000th post on my messageboard. Wow.] (Wednesday 24 February 2016; 22:50)

Re: New single (59,996) (59,999) by Giovanni from USA That is what I suspected. Mariah looks super happy, confident and relaxed like she's not worried about anything. Bring on the next era already. (Wednesday 24 February 2016; 22:19)

Re: Art vs. statistics (59,990) (59,998) by Giovanni from USA Rihanna is cheating getting her success. Wasn't it Samsung who helped her go platinum? But honestly it doesn't matter. Her album has already died out. I hope Mariah returns soon with some amazing songs and scores a hit. Not for the sake of Rihanna. For all the many haters who counted Mariah out saying her career is over. (Wednesday 24 February 2016; 22:09)

Re: New single (59,996) (59,997) by Lee TS from USA I think buzz singles are all the rage right now. And if Mariah does release a new single, it'll be treated as such because I can't picture her following up with a new album anytime soon. Everyone is doing it look at Britney, Rihanna, and Fergie from last year to even something as recent as Beyonce and Ariana. Or you hop on other people's hits like Christina. It would make sense for her to do a stand alone single to help promote the tour. We just need it to be a hit and win back the public before Mariah hits them with a real pow moment. (Wednesday 24 February 2016; 22:09)

New single (59,996) by Mimi L. from Empower Your Highlighter As much as I am desperate for any material Mariah throws my way, I really want her next era to be a strong one and not a haphazard one. So I hope when she says the album will take time, she is really just making us believe that she won't release anything soon, but in reality she has it ready. Because what's the point of yet another buzz single. Lord knows since "Triumphant" we have been bombarded with singles that were ultimately given the "buzz single" title since they didn't make an impact. So I was hoping when she releases a new single, it means her album is following suit and that she has her plan in place on how to promote it. Honestly, since Mariah's recent singles didn't do well (not because of quality but because of other factors), a random single not backed up properly will just further cause a dent in her image. Yes, I know she has nothing to prove but that doesn't mean she'll just recklessly go about her career. I really hope Mariah gets a manager who is well versed in the music industry. Stella does a good job but she is not from the music background, she is from the television background and she won't really push Mariah musically. Instead we are getting an unscripted show in the making (as the rumors went) which is fine and all but Mariah is a singer first. Secondly LA Reid has already given her the legacy act corner so he won't push her either. I don't know, I just had to ramble, but I want the best for Mariah and I hope when she embarks on the new era, she comes strong. (Wednesday 24 February 2016; 20:38)

This interview just pop up on my YouTube (59,995) by Gilles from Malta Webmaster, I do not know how to post a link. Please share it with the community. Mariah in conversation 90's thanks a lot. Enjoy. (Wednesday 24 February 2016; 19:29)

Re: Mariah live - February 20th wow (59,911) (59,993) by Dav from Ireland Thanks. (Wednesday 24 February 2016; 18:09)

You have not felt softness until you've touched (59,992) by Dav from Ireland Her concert was epic. I can't believe I touched her. You have not felt softness until you've touched Mariah's hand. After hearing her live, I get her so much more, than I have for the last 25 years, she still has all her talent from the 90's, but she 45 now, I could see she tired 13 #1's in, which is totally ok. There was a bit more lipping after that, which is ok too. Two hours on stage would wreck anyone. Her voice was amazing. We were all stunned, she could easily release a 90's vocal style record if she wanted, but I accept now, thats just not her style now. It would be like asking us to wear clothes we worn in the 90's. Also the way she sings Hero, I'll Be There, etc, she has the talent to sing them in the same way as before, I think she's just sang them too much now, and can't put the love into them like before. Imagine singing the same song all the time for 23 years? Love her. Next concert for me in the UK next month. Bring on the new single. A very good era we're having, be thankful. (Wednesday 24 February 2016; 18:08)

LA Reid's sing to me book (59,991) by Terna from Nigeria I stumbled across a excerpt from his book about Mariah and the process of crafting the record we now know as The Emancipation Of Mimi. What a revealing read it was. That man is quite special, and knows music, and the music business. But most importantly he follows his heart or instincts as some of us would call it, a trait that proved very instrumental in the success of that album. Had Mariah not made that trip to Atlanta, ILT, SIO and most importantly We Belong Together might not ever have happened. Here's a lil part of it. "Something was bothering me. I didn’t want to say what I had to say, but I went ahead and said it with our glasses poised mid-toast. 'Guys, we’re not finished,' I said. They put their glasses down and looked at me incredulously. 'Seriously, it’s really close,' I said, 'but there’s something missing.' Wow thank God for LA Reid." (Wednesday 24 February 2016; 17:20)

Art vs. statistics (59,990) by R&B Junkie from Poland First, I have to admit I am not a radio-listener, I rarely look for new songs on the mainstream charts and I do not read music magazines. Still, I am a music lover, and that's why I want to thank you all for showing me such a great song as Rihanna's "Work" is. I like the overall production of the song. Maybe it is not my favorite music style, I have to be honest, but it is a good song, it feels so good to know it exists. Does it deserve to go to #1? I don't know. I can name some MC's songs that, in my opinion, shouldn't have gone to the top of Hot 100 and name the other ones, which definitely should have reached #1 (e.g. It's Like That, Beautiful) but unfortunately they haven't, and my life isn't any kind of different (meaning worse) because of that. Please, stop hating Rihanna for achieving success. I guess some of you would want Billboard to end their chart with #2 spot, just to prevent other artists from beating Mariah's records. Records are to be broken. Worse statistics shouldn't be linked with worse art. I am truly satisfied by all the music Mariah has released in recent 10 (or more) years despite the minor commercial success. Peace and love, you all. (Wednesday 24 February 2016; 17:20)

Diva (59,989) by Lee TS from USA If this is not the most diva thing ever, then I don't know what. I literally can't even. I guess it's true, she doesn't walk on carpets. What does she do, hover? Yeah you got that right. Just for laughs. (Wednesday 24 February 2016; 16:50)

A new single soon (59,988) by Giovanni from USA I can't. I hope it's something amazing. (Wednesday 24 February 2016; 11:27)

Re: Wendy show audience (59,986) (59,987) by Giovanni from USA Then why do you watch it? I love Wendy. She's very entertaining and funny. (Wednesday 24 February 2016; 11:24)

Wendy show audience (59,986) by Billy from Greece I swear, in my life I haven't seen an audience acting more stupid than on the Wendy Williams show. Just look at how they're nodding everytime their host expresses an idiotic opinion as if it is a universal truth. I just feel like my IQ drops every single time I have a look at the travesty of a show that is her show. Just plain down unlikeable. (Wednesday 24 February 2016; 10:57)

Funny (59,985) by Billy from Greece That's funnt. The "basics gone wild" at the end had me laughing. (Wednesday 24 February 2016; 10:42)

Wendy Williams (59,984) by 123 from USA "She doesn't have 4 more hits in her soul." If she'd of heard her last album she'd be eating her words. YDKWTD, Faded, Meteorite, MILG. I hope this lights a fire under Mariah and she not only comes out with undeniable music (no more Infinity's), but she sings and promotes the hell out them like she did with the TEOM era. Her live voice is rebounding, she lost the weight, her personal life is on the upswing. Things are lining up for another great era, she just needs to do her part and get out there promote/sing a hot new song. No more of the fast sing/rap style she adopted from Bone, that's hard to execute live (WBT, TMB), an undeniable uptempo is what she needs to perform everywhere. I once read a post on YouTube that "Mariah is always one song away from another big hit". She is the only artist that I feel can do that 25 years into their career. She's only not had a #1 since TMB because she didn't promote and became a housewife, not because the material wasn't good enough, especially those last three albums. (Wednesday 24 February 2016; 6:58)

Number 1's obsessed? (59,983) by 123 from USA What is all this fuss about Rihanna getting another number 1? Is that all Mariah has become to her fans, the artist with the most number 1's? Sure she is marketed that way, I mean, who wouldn't if they currently hold the record, but I thought we all loved her because of her incomparable talent, singing, songwriting, producing songs for us, even 25 years after her debut. That doesn't happen for most artists. Mariah has a bunch of records that she still holds, and there have been several that have already been matched or broken. Adele's Hello matched Dreamlover as the fastest #1 on the Radio Songs chart, Katy Perry beat Mariah's record for most weeks at #1 on the Pop Song Radio Airplay Chart, Lady Gaga matched Mariah's record for most number 1's on the Pop Songs Radio Airplay chart. Does any of this make them any more talented, deserving? No. Most of these artist won't be relevant 25 years in their career. Congrats to Rihanna, her album is pretty good. I a lot of radio friendly songs. Very catchy. I wouldn't count Mariah out, I never thought TEOM would happen and it was like Mariah everywhere, everything, overtaking airwaves in the States. Making and breaking records. It can happen again. (Wednesday 24 February 2016; 5:43)

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