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The "studio" artist (48,876) by nikki from usa An "artist" by definition is different and unique with their self expression. People like Madonna are performers. Mariah is a vocalist maverick. I think when MC returns to the spotlight she should just do promo with an abundance of material. She should announce she has an album coming out, but she's going to let the people choose the songs. Then, do shows galore debuting 1-3 different songs each time and have a poll for decision making. This would create her own buzz, get people to watch the shows, and wouldn't require a record label. The buzz will sell itself. She should do some endorsement that will increase her exposure like she did in '01 by combining Pepsi with iTunes. By "exposure", I mean outlets to buy her music, not simply some hair commercial people may or may not recognize her from. All of her exposure and endorsements should be functional. They should both pay her and increase her product visibility/accessibility. (Thursday 1 January 2015; 6:45)

Things are never what they seem (48,875) by nikki from usa People have the assumption that tweens and twenty somethings are the people who are buying music and it's not true. Those are the people going to concerts, not buying music. That title actually goes to people in their 40's. Critics were shocked when Adele sold like hotcakes in a "dead" market when she came out selling numbers like we haven't seen since the 90's. She had a big voice singing mature songs with the old school vibe. You hear something similiar with Megan and All About That Bass. This is a part of the reason WBT, SIO, and DFAU took off. Meanwhile, SS and GYN only did well at clubs. This is why #Beautiful did so well. You'll notice the people defending Mariah from The View to Debbie Gibson are a part of this age group. If Mariah brings her big voice, her old school, and songwriting to the front line it will take off in a big way. (Thursday 1 January 2015; 6:32)

Finally (48,874) by Abraham from USA Others are putting two and two together and realizing what Mariah will more and likely will do. And what she is capable of. Her best songs she recorded will probably be on the next album. I want to wish Mariah and my two favorite lambs B and Shelly a Happy New Year. As well as all the other "true" fans. Let's hope 2015 will be Mariah's year. (Thursday 1 January 2015; 5:23)

Once again (48,873) by Marcel from Montréal, Canada The race has started and they are now trying to find Mariah's next "beau" but why do they insist in tying her to the ghetto always? I mean, yes, she married that clown NC but I guess she's not going again for the same if ever going for anyone. By the way I was watching this bad movie on the Paramount Channel (The Italian Job) and I couldn't help to imagine Mariah dating either Mark Wahlberg or/and Jason Stathan lol. Well you never know and oops. I guess I am already trying to find her a man already. Well, at least these two are handsome and more age appropriate to her. Anyway, bonne année. (Thursday 1 January 2015; 4:50)

Madonna (48,872) by Darryle from USA Not to bring her up again but why does Madonna have a problem with Mariah. I know Madonna said something like she'd rather kill herself than be Mariah. Then Mariah said I haven't listen to Madonna since she was popular in like 7th or 8th grade. As far as I know Mariah didn't say anything rude to Madonna. I'm a fan of both Mariah and Madonna and I don't see why both of them can't get along. (Thursday 1 January 2015; 4:07)

Sigh (48,871) by Alexis Morell Carrington Colby Dexter Rowan from USA I'm reminded of when Mariah held back while singing "Chain of Fools" with Aretha at Diva's Live '98. She could've rather easily "out-sang" Aretha but she held back, not because she was intimidated but because she simply chose to. (Thursday 1 January 2015; 3:10)

2015 is full of great surprises (48,870) by Edward from USA Mariah has enough songs recorded to give us a nice surprise for her 25th anniversary without overworking herself. According to "The Breakfast Club" interview, she has a great song called "Kick Rocks", and like that one I'm pretty sure she has many others. She was supposed to have sung a new song here and there during "The Elusive Chanteuse" tour, but she didn't, unless she actually recorded "Lullaby of Birdland" and "Don't Explain", then I would die. I don't think we'll go empty-handed on 2015. If she collaborates with a successful mainstream artist for the first single, she could get that 19th #1 she so deserves. I'm not stressing about #1's anymore, but I do really want Mariah to be on the charts again, she's earned it. I was flabbergasted when "Make It Look Good", hailed as one of the best records of 2014, didn't even get a Grammy nomination. (Thursday 1 January 2015; 2:38)

MC just needs the right single and image (48,869) by jaker20 from US It's not as simple as giving her A-game. It's something we can't easily figure out. Cher was 52 when she had the greatest year/album/single of her career and I think MC is a much more well-rounded talent than Cher. Madonna was 54 when she scored another top 10 two years ago. MC was hardly in her A-game during TEOM yet come on, let's face it, she lipped her way through that era. Yet that's one of her banner years. Why? Because the songs just simply rock. Right time, right place. One of the most perfect blends of R&B/Pop/HipHop/Soul ever. When I first heard WTB I knew it was gonna be massive. It's always about the song. Cher didn't know Believe was going to be massive, and when it did she run with it. There's some formula in pop music (and art in general) that cannot be easily be manufactured, especailly for someone who's been in the game for so long. I've been hard on MC too these last few year, but I honestly think she's getting more inspired now than the last few years. I honestly think she got stiffed by mommy-hood and Nick. She was simply not into it anymore and more about the family. That's all good for her family, but all bad for her career and fans waiting for her to get inspired again. But watching these concerts I think she's finally getting her groove back in ways I've not seen since TEOM. She just need that one spark, that special song to get it started. I still think she's gonna surprise us one more and then she'll run with it. (Thursday 1 January 2015; 2:34)

Concerts (48,868) by Darryle from USA I don't know if anybody knows this but you can buy Mariah's concerts on YouTube. I just discovered it today. There is a youtube channel called The Orchard Movies where you can buy MTV Unplugged, Around The World, and Mariah Carey at MSG. I thought that was cool since they don't sell her DVDs in stores a lot of the times you have to buy them through Amazon or Ebay and then wait for them to arrive but now you can get them instantly. (Thursday 1 January 2015; 0:49)

What Mariah should do to celebrate 25 years (48,867) by Darryle from USA We don't know what Mariah has planned for 2015 yet but one thing that's certain is that it'll be her 25th anniversary in the industry. I hope that she goes all out. I think she should remix the singles from the first album with all new vocals. Or at least remix Someday since it's the fastest song. She should have the album remastered and re-released on CD and vinyl. On the re-release she should include the demo tape she gave to Tommy and all the demos written in the 1990. She should also make a DVD copy of "The First Vision". Of course she should promote all of this like a regular album with sit down interviews and performances of her first singles on tv. I think regular promo would remind everyone that she's been here for 25 years, she's a legend and no one can replace her. (Thursday 1 January 2015; 0:32)

Re: Post 48,865, G.G. (48,866) by Stacey from USA So true. So true. Happy 2015 everyone. (Thursday 1 January 2015; 0:32)

Drama (48,865) by G.G. from USA Does anyone else ever notice that when certain people post on this forum that's when the arguing and disrespectful behavior begins? How sad for them. No real home training. (Thursday 1 January 2015; 0:00)

Alexis (48,864) by Abraham from USA You've already acknowledged me, twice. One post asking me how did I know Mariah was going to release a hit album. Which she more and likely is. And again today. When I tell someone bye, I don't need an acknowledgment. So again I'll tell you. Bye. (Wednesday 31 December 2014; 22:57)

Time is ticking (48,863) by Edward from USA Mariah is going to be 45 in a few months. She is in not position to be taking a 5-year break, because as we all know, age plays a big factor in music these days, especially for women. After enjoying her well-deserved holidays, she should focus on getting in shape and working on her voice. For her 25th anniversary, she should release either an EP or an album with the best of her B-sides plus a few of the tracks that were left out of MIAMTEC. I'm one of those who think that she still has a great main stream album under her boobs. After that she could do whatever she wants without feeling any pressure, like a Jazz album, Gospel or even venturing into country, many of us love "Right to Dream" and "Help Me Make It". Before she turns 50, she should release at least 2 more albums, because after that things are going to get a little bit more complicated. Time is ticking. (Wednesday 31 December 2014; 22:48)

Re: Abraham (48,862) by Alexis Morell Carrington Colby Dexter Rowan from USA If that is your opinion, I both respect and disagree with it. Oh, and in order for you to give me a "bye", I would first have to have acknowledged you, and I didn't. (Wednesday 31 December 2014; 21:11)

Alexis (48,861) by Abraham from USA The concerts weren't good, they were great. Bye. (Wednesday 31 December 2014; 20:31)

Re: B (48,860) by Alexis Morell Carrington Colby Dexter Rowan from USA I have watched the Christmas concerts. They were good, the parts that were live. She really went for notes and seemed to have really rehearsed. I was proud of those concerts. A definite move in the right direction. However, a few isolated concerts where there is 90% live singing, while good for her, still isn't A+ game. Perhaps you and I just have different standards for what constitutes A+. (Wednesday 31 December 2014; 19:36)

Concert event (48,859) by Luke from United Kingdom So on Mariah's Spotify page there is a calender link saying there is a concert event for the May 18th and the UK at the Echho Arena. When I clicked on this it goes to a page called Songkick but says the page no longer exists or has been deleted. Could this mean more tours? (Wednesday 31 December 2014; 16:53)

Mariah, Mariah, Mariah (48,858) by B from USA #Beautiful has sold 1.2 million copies in the United States which proves Mariah Carey is still relevant and can still score a hit. I hope Mariah decides to work with Bruno Mars, Happy Perez, and other up and coming R&B songwriters and producers on her next album. (Wednesday 31 December 2014; 16:20)

Alexis (48,857) by B from USA I'm not talking about live performances, I'm talking about recording an album. You might want to watch some of Mariah's recent live performances from her Christmas concert at the Beacon theatre. (Wednesday 31 December 2014; 14:00)

Re: Pearl Palms concert on Spotify (48,856) by AnKo from Germany I can't listen to the album. Any thoughts or help? Thank you in advance and a happy New Year to all of you. (Wednesday 31 December 2014; 13:25)

Angelo (48,855) by Bill from the UK Hi Angelo, yes all the concert DVDs are dubbed. Mariah would have sung live at the actual event but then they would have been "tidied up" afterwards with her either re-singing parts or the vocals being fixed up in the studio. But this practice happened across the entire industry and was not unique to Mariah, everybody did it. (Wednesday 31 December 2014; 8:37)

Pearl Palms Concert on Spotify (48,854) by ZachSingsMariah from USA Hey lambs, don't know how many of you have been to Mariah's Spotify page lately but you can now listen to the live recordings of her 2010 show at the Pearl in Vegas. She sounds amazing on some of these. I am particularly partial to the rendition of "Subtle Invitation". Definitely add that one to your playlists for the New Year. (Wednesday 31 December 2014; 7:46)

The voice (48,853) by Darryle from USA I take for granted Mariah's voice so often. I never truly realized why people call her "The Voice" until this very day. I was watch the Tokyo Dome performance of Hero and I was just awestruck. Her voice is truly one of a kind. From her 5 octave range to her whisper voice to her full voice it's all amazing. She can so easily transition from full voice to head with the snap of her fingers. Her whistle register at its fullest practically sounds like she's communicating with birds. Her ridiculously underappreciated lower register can shake the ground. She's always given us 100% of her voice. She's eclipsed so many of her studio recordings and she's re-sang 100s of remixes. Then there's the fact that she performs some of the most daunting songs to ever be recorded, live on tour. I know sometimes I bash Mariah for the state of her voice but I'm truly grateful that she shares her incredible gift with me. (Wednesday 31 December 2014; 7:37)

Re: B (48,851) by Alexis Morell Carrington Colby Dexter Rowan from USA How can she slay any naysayer or lessor when she performs the way she does? I mean really? She barely brings her C+ game much less and A+ game. Instead of her and her fans worrying about the lessors and Ariana Grandes, attention needs to be paid to her own house. We can debate on the reasons all day, but until Mariah can sing well live and have a state presence that isn't uncomfortable to watch she will only, as she has been doing the last couple of years, slaying her herself, and not in a good way. I don't understand your logic: Mary ventured out and tried something new for her and has found great critical success. Even if the album flops, she has stretched artistically. She created music that fits her and her aging fan base. You speak as if Mariah is doing so well commercially, she needs whoever can help to save her. (Wednesday 31 December 2014; 4:59)

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