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Chris (40,743) by Brad from USA Hi Lambs. Lets all welcome, Chris. Welcome to the board! (Friday 24 January 2014; 22:00)

New member (40,742) by Godriah Careysus from United States Hello everyone. My name's Chris, I'm 18, I'm from New York and I'm a huge fan of Mariah Carey. I grew up listening to her music and she's one of my favorite singers of all time. My favorite Mariah Carey albums are Daydream and Music Box. They're both such amazing albums. I also like Lady GaGa, Christina Aguilera, Beyonce and a lot of other singers. I'm so excited for some new music and I can't wait for the queen of pop to come back and slay us all. I'm looking forward to meeting lambs from all over the world on here and I can't wait for some new music from Mariah Carey. (Friday 24 January 2014; 18:35)

New album title (40,741) by Lamb_O_Chop from Australia I thought TAOLG was a brilliant album title, but I must agree that it has to go now darlings, only because its been too long. "Mariah" would've been a good album title, but God forbid folks think she's copying Beyonce. So I say it should just be the title of the best song of the album and hopefully it's a title that sums up everything well. (Friday 24 January 2014; 16:46)

#Beautiful (40,740) by B from USA I hope it makes the new album along with Jezzy remix. The new title should be Mariah. No TAOLG or Triumphant. (Friday 24 January 2014; 15:51)

Duets / number of songs (40,739) by clueey23 from USA The only duets I can think about are Stevie Wonder and Maxwell. They are two of my favorite male vocalist besides Luther Vandross and Brian McKnight. It's random, but I also like Eddie Kendricks from The Temptations. Lol. Justin Timberlake and Usher would bring in the numbers though. I think "How Much" is so underrated, and if that song had been a single back then, it would've been #1. MC and Usher sound great together. It would be interesting to hear MC and MJB on a track. I was also thinking about how many tracks this album is going to have. I would love 18. It's been soo many years since a regular studio album, I would actually love a trilogy, like The Weeknd. Can we just get 3 albums with 10 songs on each album? Lol. (Friday 24 January 2014; 15:03)

Children's book and throwback pic (40,738) by clueey23 from USA I love the fact that MC and Nick are creating a children's book. Also I came across this pic. Throwback from 2005! (Friday 24 January 2014; 7:07)

"The Art of Letting Go" (40,737) by clueey23 from USA I love the album title "The Art of Letting Go". I honestly don't think "Triumphant" is going to be apart of this project. And I wish people wouldn't act like the song "The Art of Letting Go" was a commercial single. It was more like a promo for the album. "#Beautiful" was a commercial single and got such treatment. Only a few weeks left until a new commercial single, I can't wait! I agree with Edward, that everything should be ready to go. I don't want to wait a month for a video. And I really hope that radio supports this project to the fullest. I also hope and pray that the album is critically acclaimed as well as commercially successful. I think it would be cool if MC did some type of tv special on one of those music channels or Bravo. Also, an interview with Oprah's "Next Chapter". And of course all of the day and night tv programming on ABC, CBS, and NBC. But most of all, I don't want a "Bye Bye" after a "Touch My Body". Seriously, still wondering how "Migrate" slipped through the cracks. Every time I hear it, I have my own video concept in my head. Lol. What do you guys think about a Wendy Williams interview? I think it would make for great tv. (Friday 24 January 2014; 6:55)

The Art Of Letting Go (40,736) by Mimi L. from Empower Your Highlighter I agree, she should change the album name to something more positive for a new beginning, start completely afresh and slay it. Although I loved both Triumphant and Beautiful, I would be fine if she just leaves all those behind and only include new materials in this album, with the Valentine's day single being considered the first official single. Her videos should be more well thought and classy (no more H.A.T.E.U repeats). Sexy is fine, but not trying too hard! (It's Like That, Honey, WBT were so sexy and yet classy.) And the Whitney cover, if true, should be an album cut, not a single, at the very least not the lead single. Lead should be a Mariah original, possibly something upbeat to get the party started (like she described It's Like That). I know a lot of fans are just fine with Mariah releasing new material, and they don't care about chart success. As much as I am dying to hear some new MC originals, I want Mariah to bring her A game! She should take inspiration from how hard she worked to promote TEOM and apply the same strategy for this album. With all the nonsensical music that people release nowadays and get number 1s with, I want Mariah to shut them all up and show them how it's done. She might not be at her vocal best (one can't blame her, the lady has been putting her vocal chords through hell for years), but she still is and will be one of the best singers in the world. I really want Mariah to take over the charts and have all the attention back on her. (Friday 24 January 2014; 6:23)

Wisegirls (40,735) by enwar00 from usa Longest day ever. Finally home, now I'm watching Wisegirls. Does anyone else like this movie? She is so dramatic lol. (Friday 24 January 2014; 5:30)

Stephen from London (40,734) by Jeremey Carey from United States I actually think the title "The emancipation of letting go of Mimi" would be an awesome title for a goodbye album, which I think Mariah should totally consider after this new album TAOLG is released with powerful songs and killer vocals and consistent performances. Then she should leave on a high note. I think it would be awesome if this album has a triple threat of singles like "The emancipation of Mimi". As much as I love Mimi, I think she should focus on her and her family. She is getting older. Plus I want her to be remembered for good things, if she stays out when she gets older her vocal condition will worsen and rest may not help her sound as amazing as she did in Australia last year. And it would be wonderful if she did duets on other relevant people's albums and little performances like the Jimmy Fallon thing she did with just the piano and a few fans. And she could continue to perform Christmas gigs. But I'll love her even if she continues to perform well into her 60s. (Friday 24 January 2014; 4:59)

Delusional (40,733) by CMC from NY,NY Edward and Stephan, I'm glad to see other lambs are on the same page as far as the tired TAOLG album title. And yes it is linked with failure at this point. Edward, I 100% agree, promotion videos released promptly and remixes ready to go have to be on point. There's no room for error at this point. Isaac, just because Mariah thinks something up and creates it doesn't make it genius. We all love Mariah in our own way. I'm a fan since her debut at 5 years old. But darling, in my opinion, and the mass of most lambs I'm sure agree, Triumphant was definitely not the comeback first single we were all hoping for. Let's not forget which was originally the lead single off "this" new era. It's all in the past, I'm tired of it. I loved Beautiful but I want all that left in last year for sure. Yes a new album title is a must! Something referencing letting go sounds smart. (Friday 24 January 2014; 4:10)

Christopher NY, NY (40,732) by Tarraga from New York City Hi Christopher. I live in NYC too and I have been a member of this board for a while. I don't know any Mariah fan in NYC. I would like to do what our fellow UK lambs are trying to do, a get together to enjoy Mariah's music. I am always afraid of talking about my idol with other people because they get really nasty when I talk about her. NYC lambs, let's get together. Here is my email, dlptarraga@yahoo.com. (Friday 24 January 2014; 3:06)

Stephen / UK fan gathering (40,731) by Edward from USA Stephen, the album title you suggested would be the demise of Mariah's career. The album definitely needs a new name, "The Art of Letting Go" sounds dreadful as of now. You'd better organize a nice gathering for the UK fans, I'll need to see pictures of the event. I would like for someone to organize a gathering here in New York. It would be great! (Friday 24 January 2014; 2:46)

Two things (40,730) by RadChad from United States I absolutely love the idea of Mariah covering Why Does It Hurt So Bad, I would actually prefer that over You Give Good Love. So I guess that would make me team Post Mariah Whitney now. As for her secret duet partner, I hope it isn't Usher. He's had a bleak attitude towards Mariah in the past. Some of you may remember the behind the scenes video in 05 or 06, when they both were at a party with JD and Usher kept intentionally blowing cigar smoke towards Mariah's face, when JD was making a speech in her honor. In the following clip (which was the next day), Mariah mentioned she had a great time "even though some people were acting bleak", I'm sure it was Usher. I think a duet with Justin Timberlake would be more interesting creatively if we want to break it down. Okay enough male duet partners for this album. I want something with Chaka, Celine, Aretha, Pattie, or Anita or maybe all of them on one song. (Friday 24 January 2014; 2:05)

New album (40,729) by Ryan from the Philippines I think Mariah is cooking up a new album title. I have not heard her referring or calling the album as "The Art Of Letting Go" since last year. TAOLG isn't a bad title but I think she must come up with a more simplier but more classy idea. BTW, the rumored Whitney song cover is something that makes me excited to buy the new album. And I'm excited to hear the new single on Valentine's Day. (Friday 24 January 2014; 1:19)

Christopher (40,728) by Isaac from USA Excuse me, "Triumphant" and "Beautiful" are both great songs. So you must appreciate what Mariah wrote. Also, there is nothing wrong with the album's title. It's decent and suits it fine. She shouldn't change it just because you don't like it. She knows what she's doing. (Friday 24 January 2014; 1:00)

Christopher / The Art Of Letting Go (40,727) by Edward from USA Christopher, I don't like "The Art Of Letting Go" as the album title anymore. I think she should give this album a new name, and forget about previous singles. She should get things right this time around. By February 14 everything should be ready and on point: new single, video, and any remixes to go with it. That way she could use her time to promote. Since this album has taken almost five years to finish, all eyes are her to deliver. At this point, not only good music would do, but great management. Timing, good promotion, and consistent performances are going to be key elements in the success of this album. Those three factors were all present on "The Return of the Voice" back in 2005. Most people I know want Mariah to sing again, and I think she can still do it. Since she has recorded so many songs, I can't wait for the treats. (Friday 24 January 2014; 0:23)

Christopher (40,726) by Stephen from London, United Kingdom I agree, a new album title might not be a bad idea. I like TAOLG, but at this point its associated with failure. Perhaps a return to a simpler title would be good. I'm thinking The Emancipation Of Letting Go Of Mimi is a better alternative. That's a joke lol. If letting go is the theme, then perhaps something simple and powerful like Abdication. Sorry, that's the best I could come up with lol. (Friday 24 January 2014; 0:15)

New album title (40,725) by CMC from NY,NY Edward, I totally agree. Releasing as a single would seem desperate. At this point she's been out the game so long and to come back with a Whitney cover or release as single (just speculation) the critiques could possibley year her apart. I however was excited about one cover, preferaby Whitney. Two seems a little much considering the 5 year break. I want Mimi originals with necessary duets. Not really wanted an album full of duets to take away from Mariah. We've already had the dreadful Triumphant with Mariah singing hook on her own song. And Mimi singing second half of Beautiful. Really hoping The Art Of Letting Go title is axed. It sounds very tired to my at this point. Something new and fresh would give it much more life. Title thoughts? (Thursday 23 January 2014; 22:58)

Usher (40,724) by Stephen from London, United Kingdom Usher has been in the studio with JD recently. I wonder if a Mariah collabo has indeed taken place. It would make sense, seeing as he and Mariah are both long time collaborators with JD. (Thursday 23 January 2014; 19:03)

UK fan meeting (40,723) by Stephen from London, United Kingdom Hey guys, I'm happy to organise UK fan event, but I would love a bit of help. Email me on stephen.d.madigan@gmail.com if you're interested in helping or if you have any interesting ideas. Thanks. (Thursday 23 January 2014; 18:56)

UK fans (40,722) by Michelle from UK Hi guys, I am a new member on the board but a longtime fan of Mimi. I'm down for this "get together" with UK lambs, so please count me in. (Thursday 23 January 2014; 12:05)

RJJ12 (40,721) by Mimi L. from Empower Your Highlighter Hey! I think I can safely claim that I am the only Bangladeshi on this board. Not many people listen to Mariah here, and I am like obsessed with Mariah. About Indrani and TEOM, you are right, her cover and the promo shots were awesome in this era. Sultry yet classy. Indrani was also part of the original photoshoot which was the inspiration for the cover. I don't know if you have seen the originals, there is one pic which is exactly the same pose which Mariah recreated for the regular cover of TEOM. After reading your post I did a quick search to see if Indrani directed any videos, and two names came up. Alicia Keys' "New day" and Bowie's "Valentine's day". I am not sure at all if it's true or not, I did not get to check out the videos yet. (Thursday 23 January 2014; 11:12)

Christopher / Whitney's cover (40,720) by Edward from USA Christopher, I definitely see Mariah covering a Whitney's song, but she would look desperate if she were to release it as the first or any single, unless radio picks it up on its own and it becomes very popular. We have been discussing "You Give Good Love" for a while here, but just because there were rumors about two possible covers. I'm almost 100% sure that it would only be a tribute to Whitney. I would like her to pick a song that Whitney sung without many highs and lows, so that Mariah is not criticized for trying to go higher than Whitney. Celine has sung "The Greatest Love Of All' as a tribute on the Grammies, and I haven't heard anybody complaining about it. If Mariah brings a retro feel to the album, I think people will reconnect with her again. Those who brought music back in 2013 succeeded greatly, even if it was only one song. (Thursday 23 January 2014; 4:41)

Indrani / Mimi L. (40,719) by 123 from USA Thank you Mimi L. from Bangladesh. Wow I've never spoken to someone from Bangladesh. I really liked the cover for the Emancipation album. I always thought it was classy and age appropriate and the wardrobe matched the mood of the album (late 70s soul). If Indrani is involved in directing her video, it will be great to see the end result, especially if filmed in Puerto Rico. (Thursday 23 January 2014; 4:02)

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