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Nostalgia and retro sound (42,741) by Edward from USA The Emancipation of Mimi was epic because of the sound it carried. The nostalgia got hold of people. The album was not only for the new generation, but older people enjoyed it as much. "Mine Again", "Get Your Number", "Your Girl", "Circles", "I Wish You Knew", "Joyride", "Fly Like a Bird" reminded people of what good music was like. Many people in their 50's, 60's and even 70's went and got the album. The older generation shouldn't be underestimated. The album catered to a broader audience, the perfect combination of the young and the not so young. It was cohesive, it was enjoyable, and some critics said that TEOM was the only album out there worth paying $10 for. I'm hoping for her to bring that retro sound again. #Beautiful and TAOLG were steps in a good direction. E=MC2 was the only Mariah Carey album in which the tracks sounded disconnected from each other. They went, as expressed by Mariah, for a collection of radio friendly singles, but that was about it. It played like a greatest hits album. It is a fun album I rarely listen to, but when I go to the gym. (Sunday 20 April 2014; 19:36)

Matthew / Mariah's future recordings (42,740) by Edward from USA Matthew, do you know the process of putting together a song in the studio? I was shocked when I saw it myself. Mariah is able to put this out-of-this-world vocal performances in the studio because the songs are piecemeal together. As she said in an interview on Oprah once: She could be in the studio and hit an stratospheric high note once, and she would say to the guy on the keyboard: "I hope you got that? Because it might not show up again today." It might take a singer many sessions to put a song together piece by piece. Sometimes they just work on a line, then go home and rest. Now, when you're singing live, there's not stop and let's do it again. Mariah could replicate her studio sound when her voice was in top condition, but now it is what it is. Toning down her vocal acrobatics in future recordings would allow her to confidently perform more often without sounding strained. Celine has been singing longer than Mariah, has more albums out than Mariah, combining her French and English albums, has sung almost every night for many years, and even though her voice is not the same, she can still deliver consistency when singing live. I wish Mariah had taken better care of her voice, but it is what it is and I made my peace with it. I will always support her. (Sunday 20 April 2014; 19:15)

Is Mariah pregnant again? (42,659) by Edward from USA Looking at some recent pictures of Mariah, I realize that her face looks bloated as if she were pregnant. She definitely has gained some weight. I thought she was working towards losing weight. I have the strange feeling that Mariah is going to put the album out and check out. If she is not feeling the support from IDJ, she won't go out of her way to promote this album. Promoting an album can be draining without help. I don't think she is that popular anymore to pull a Beyoncé. I hope she puts out a good CD. I have noticed that the studio version of the songs she has put out so far are vocally better than the vocals on TEOM. I love TEOM, but Mariah's vocals were strained and thin on it. (Thursday 17 April 2014; 1:28)

I also had a dream (42,603) by Edward from USA In my dream a voice told me the following possible album names. 1. 12 Years Old... Again 2. Someday I'm Coming Back (It Won't Be Long) 3. Slow Enema of Love 4. Emancipation Reloaded 5. Journey of Me 6. Migrate, please. 7. Love Affair 8. Mermaids of the Caribbean I also heard something with a giraffe, a unicorn and flying elephant, but since I couldn't remember exactly I didn't list them. Thumb me down if you like my list. (Monday 14 April 2014; 6:30)

Tobby / other DJ's (42,487) by Edward from USA Tobby, the DJ's that were invited are from the biggest and most influential radio stations in the country. If they play Mariah, the rest would follow. You could put together many of the smaller radio stations, and one of the biggest ones could eat them alive in terms of the audience they reach. So, that was a smart move. (Saturday 5 April 2014; 2:57)

The listening party that wasn't (42,477) by Edward from USA Mariah is just doing what she did before TEOM was released. She gathered with radio programmers from the biggest radio stations and reconnected with them. She knew that for her to succeed, she needed to be played on the radio. Before TEOM dropped, we had a voice-over copy of Say Something, Tonight, and finally ILT as an official single. WBT and SIO saved the day. Mariah needs to have some great singles lined up should she want to have a slight chance at succeeding with this album. She should pay attention at the tracks selling more when the album drops, because had she done that with E=MC2 or MOAIA, things would've been different. Migrate and Betcha Gone Know indicated sale wise that those should've been the following singles. I hope she pays attention this time. (Friday 4 April 2014; 5:42)

Bill / album title (42,472) by Edward from USA Bill, I completely agree with your album title. It should be named May 6th, and the next one May 7th, and the next May 8th. What a wonderful idea. I'm praying for your wish to come through. Of course those would be album names in LaLa Land. (Thursday 3 April 2014; 22:55)

Terna / get over it, really (42,416) by Edward from USA Terna, Randy was just joking, just get over it. Or did you really think that he was planning Mariah's funeral when he wrote "Mariah buried"? Thank God he didn't change the name of the song "Open Arms" into "Broken Arms", you would've flown overnight to the US and smack the crack out of him for making fun of Mariah's dislocated shoulder last year. How could you not laugh at the hilarious "Music Locked". I would have to say that the song that best describes Mariah's music these days is "Someday". (Tuesday 1 April 2014; 5:39)

The shock factor (42,387) by Edward from USA I don't think the album will be delayed anymore, she'll eventually release it on the set date, and the name of the album might end up being simply Mariah. The shock factor will most likely be that it is going to be a double album, she might also announce her retirement, something that will bring her to the spot light giving the album exposure. I don't necessarily think this retirement would be official, since she would come back full force a couple of years later. (Saturday 29 March 2014; 23:53)

Double album? (42,318) by Edward from USA Raise you mouse if you'd like a double album. Even though I would love a double album, I rather Mariah release this album, and the next one within a year or two. She could actually chill, enjoy her twins and husband, tour, and then work on three or four more songs to complete the next one if she is not satisfied with what she already has. At this point Mariah must have more then 40 songs recorded. I hope she includes Kick Rocks on this one. (Monday 24 March 2014; 23:46)

Stepehen / concern (42,247) by Edward from USA Stephen, my biggest concern is that maybe a great album will go by unnoticed for all these delays. I have brought the Leona Lewis Glassheart album case here several times. She delayed her album for a whole year, and eventually ended up releasing a solid album, with some of the songs also in acoustic versions as a bonus, but it was too late, since people had gotten tired of waiting, expectations deflated, and the album flipped and flopped. #Beautiful was a new and fresh sound for Mariah, yet things weren't ready and what looked to be a promising era, turned into a disaster. The problem with cooking a last minute single is that there is not much time to produce quality remixes and promote properly. I miss the days when a single and its respective remixes were ready to be released all at once. When the lead single already established the name of forthcoming album it was coming from. Things have changed, I guess. (Thursday 20 March 2014; 4:04)

IDJ / release date / album needs a hit (42,237) by Edward from USA IDJ is definitely looking for a hit to carry this album. Mariah doesn't have a say about when the album will be released, it is something more about when would have a better chance at succeeding. If IDJ doesn't think it is a good business move, they won't go ahead with it. The only thing Mariah can do is having her music ready and on point. The way things are, I don't put my hopes on any release date. Only if Mariah have at least a moderate hit like #Beautiful, this album will see the light of day this year. I'm worried because the album might actually turn out to be a gem, but with all these inconveniences, it might fall flat on the charts. People's attention span fluctuates about every minute now. I am still hoping for the best. They are looking for a hit, and they're going to get it even if she has to collaborate with any current pop star, mark my words. (Wednesday 19 March 2014; 20:54)

Bill / criticism (42,213) by Edward from USA Bill, we sure critique Mariah here, but we are like her extended family. My mom used to say to her neighbor: "I can say anything bad about my son, but don't you dare agreeing with me." I think that most of us truly love Mariah Carey, because if we didn't, we wouldn't even bother posting here. I'm really happy the webmaster will be more rigorous while filtering our posts. (Wednesday 19 March 2014; 3:28)

Carla / censorship on MCArchives (42,161) by Edward from USA Carla, I've been visiting this website for 16 years, and only those who have used obscene words have been censored here. It is not fair for you to say that there is only democracy for some here when in fact the Eric(webmaster) has always been very fair. Words like "sh^t", "f^ck" and their derivatives, when written as we know them, have always been edited out or censored here, regardless the nature of the post. And according to the rules, if you're comments towards others here are insulting, your post will also be edited out or censored. I'm not accusing you using profanity on the messageboard. These are just my humble observations. (Sunday 16 March 2014; 23:26)

Too challenging for her now? (42,049) by Edward from USA Mariah has always been praised for being the best vocally trained singer of her generation. She made sure that her songs were so technically challenging that they were impossible to sing by anybody else, that's why most people who attempted at singing songs that seem easy like "My All", failed miserably. Jessica Sanchez, first runner up to Phillip Phillips from American Idol, sung Whitney's "I Will Always Love You" hitting all notes perfectly, but when Randy and Jennifer Lopez picked "My All" for her to sing, she struggled with it. Jennifer even said: "I didn't know it was that difficult." Poor Mariah must feel tremendous pressure not being able to perform her own songs the way she only could, hence the constant lipping. Had she foreseen what was going to happen with her voice, I think she would've taken a different approach. I think there is "O Holy Night" and then there is Mariah's "O Holy Night". Everybody's attempt at singing this song ends up being compared to Mariah's version. Some don't even try it these days. (Tuesday 11 March 2014; 18:44)

Carlos Jaramillo / nasty people (42,004) by Edward from USA Carlos Jaramillo, I couldn't have said it better. I can understand when someone get censored here for using certain not so nice words stating an exciting opinion, but when you have to be censored for using nasty words towards other members, it is plain ridiculous. Justin Timberlake hasn't ever been hailed as a great singer, nor his voice has been praised like that either. He is more like an entertainer, and in fact his voice is nasal, and he said himself that he has a high pitch. He is more of a one man show, he looks great, sings, dances, and acts, but just that. (Thursday 6 March 2014; 19:40)

Eduardo / MTV Unplugged II (41,943) by Edward from USA Eduardo, do you really think Mariah could handle another unplugged album? Let's be realistic, Mariah has been fully or partially lip-syncing many of her live performances for a long time now, and these have been mostly one-song performances. For her first unplugged album she was at her prime vocally. Her fluidity and range were impressive and effortless. There was no straining, gasping for air, problems with ear pieces, boobs, ass, or attitude, it was just a relatively new singer with her big voice and soul. An unplugged recording focuses on the voice, no filters, no layering, all songs in just one take, no piecemealed. In my opinion, another unplugged album would be the last nail on the coffin for her career. After this new album has run its course, she should focus on doing something to better the condition of her voice, and then maybe, but as of now, I doubt an unplugged would help her at all. (Monday 3 March 2014; 1:24)

No more promotion for YM(E)? (41,928) by Edward from USA Apparently Mariah won't be promoting YM(E) anymore. Mariah tweeted: "On my way to finish this album. And I'm not coming back untill I'm done." If Mariah keeps on looking for new songs to be on the album, she won't ever finish it. At this point, I don't think she'll cook a super masterpiece to be ready two weeks before the released date. It is time to wrap it up Mariah. It seems to be this album has shifted direction many times now, that's why we haven't had a proper album name, or a tracklisting. (Sunday 2 March 2014; 17:59)

Tory / Mysterious 2002 interview on Vevo (41,895) by Edward from USA Tory, I agree with you. That interview is hinting something. There's no reason for them to upload a 2002 interview out of the blue, unless they want to make a statement. I think there's something cooking with Justin Timberlake. He just released two albums last year, and he already has a new single for a new album on iTunes. If it's going to take a current singer help Mariah with airplay, I don't mind. Even though I'm still mad his record label didn't approve of it back in 2002. (Saturday 1 March 2014; 9:54)

Last minute songs (41,885) by Edward from USA As Stacey stated, there have been many last minute songs that were great on some of Mariah's albums e.g.: "Love Takes Time", "We Belong Together", "Shake It Off" and "Don't Forget About Us". But when a last minute song turns out to be a half cooked one, it is a different story, and that's what I think most us here are referring to. Even though "The Art of Letting Go" wasn't single material, it doesn't sound like a last minute or half cooked song. It sounds as if time and care were put into it. #Beautiful, on the other hand, was a good song, but was half and promptly cooked. Had they put a little bit more time on it, it would've turned out to be a gem. YM(E) is missing something, I don't know what, but it is. The whistle notes are phenomenal, but the rest of the song is kind of bland and boring. I do love it though, but I'm being realistic. (Saturday 1 March 2014; 2:29)

Without sales (41,843) by Edward from USA We shouldn't be surprised YM(E) has dropped out of Billboard Hot 100. The song has gained some minimal airplay, but without sales it won't stand a chance. I can't confirm this, but according to some fans, it is already out of iTunes top 1000. YM(E) was the most added song on radio last week, but most stations don't seem to be playing it. At this point, three songs of the album are out #Beautiful, TAOLG, and YM(E), and I am very worried, because if YM(E) is the best she has after #Beautiful, I don't know when this album will be released. Mariah doesn't necessarily need to have another #1 hit, but she needs to at least have some moderate success for her to have a record deal. I know she must be feeling lots of pressure right now, I hope they release the album on the set date. (Thursday 27 February 2014; 19:08)

Stephen / YM(E) (41,798) by Edward from USA Stephen, it seems to be your posts and pic are bringing the boys to the yard. Should you get married, please let me know. Imagine, love's being born right here at MCArchives' messageboard, who would've thought? Eric should be the best man. As for YM(E), I'm hoping for the best. This new era started with so many negative things: ill fate of Triumphant, the lip-syncing, the dislocated shoulder, the push backs, the no so good videos. I am hoping the album doesn't get pushed back again. I'm afraid that even if it turns out to be a great album, all these setbacks will put people off. (Thursday 27 February 2014; 2:02)

IDJ / cheap videos (41,789) by Edward from USA Mariah has been putting some low budget videos lately, but we have to understand that she's working with whatever money her record label has assigned to her for these projects. Hearbreaker was $2.5 million to make, but Mariah was still hot back then, and her albums were selling left and right. Rainbow was certified 3x platinum by the RIAA. After TEOM, she had a good budget for "Touch My Body", but once things started falling apart, subsequent videos were as cheap as the ones she's putting out today. The money spent on videos, promotions, and recording needs to be recouped from album and single sales. Sadly, spending lots of money on Mariah, from a business standpoint, is not a good idea right this minute when she needs it more. I have seen some very impressive low budget videos though. I think she needs to come with a video a la Through The Rain or Butterfly, because these "look-at-me" videos are not working for her. (Wednesday 26 February 2014; 22:34)

Special K / track 11 (41,690) by Edward from USA Special K, I was going to substitute track 11 with Scream (duet with Patti LaBelle), but it was too late, I had already hit the summit button. I hope Stevie doesn't get to see the track list. I would be embarrassed. (Tuesday 25 February 2014; 2:12)

Lamb_O_Chop, Will, David / BET (41,673) by Edward from USA Lamb_O_Chop, Will, David, I'm glad my post put a smile on your faces, I'm still surprised nobody has thumbed me down to hell. If they thumbed down Stacey's cute story about her daughter good taste in music, I was expecting to be crucified. I think we need to laugh a little on this messageboard from time to time. I can't wait to see Mariah perform tonight, but I have to admit I'm a little bit nervous. (Monday 24 February 2014; 17:24)

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