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Greatest Mariah performance ever (?) (82,830) by Billy from Greece I usually find it limiting when we try to name the "greatest this" or the "greatest that", but would you agree that "Joy to The World" at St. John the Divine may be Mariah's most awe-inspiring live performance, also thanks to that gospel "tantrum" in the end? Even Mr Sony himself wrote that it is one of the greatest vocal performances ever. (Saturday 16 June 2018; 11:49)

"Emotions" - Butterfly tour (Sydney) (82,820) by Billy from Greece Gorgeous, glamorous Mariah delivering sizzling soulful "Butterfly" vocals. (Friday 15 June 2018; 08:30)

Dreamlover - live 1993 (82,760) by Billy from Greece Here's a new upload of an old performance from an official channel on YouTube. (Tuesday 12 June 2018; 12:25)

Re: Concert in Europe (82,723) (82,726) by Billy from Greece Liz, I'm facing the exact same dilemma and have the same concerns. I want to go, but it's a working day, and I feel like I can't make plans that far ahead. But I fear that the tickets will be sold out soon. Ugh... dilemmas. (Saturday 9 June 2018; 20:02)

Re: Tickets (82,706) (82,717) by Billy from Greece Thanks for the reply MusicfanJ. I just found out about this site as well. I'll have a look. I'm considering going to the Berlin concert actually. (Saturday 9 June 2018; 08:42)

Tickets (82,702) by Billy from Greece Apart from Mariah's site and Live Nation, any other sites where you can buy a ticket from? I haven't found the European concerts neither on ticketmaster nor on twickets. (Friday 8 June 2018; 13:27)

Re: Mariah Christmas tickets (82,691) (82,694) by Billy from Greece The tickets are officially going for sale tomorrow, right? However, on certain sites (like the controversial Viagogo) they are already up for sale, which I find weird and the prices are indeed not the best. (Thursday 7 June 2018; 17:08)

That Blackwood guy (82,674) by Billy from Greece How tacky, cheap and cringe-worthy it is when you see someone using another person's name for their own benefit, let alone claim that Mariah "took a shine" to him, and how "yellow" of talk shows to use Mariah's name as a clickbait. Move on already. (Wednesday 6 June 2018; 11:42)

"A look back at Luis Miguel and Mariah Carey" (82,673) by Billy from Greece This feels like a gazillion years ago. I vividly remember then-current photos of them in various magazines, especially those where Mariah wears that white fringe bikini in early 2001. She seemed quite relaxed with him. It feels so weird to look back at that era and realize how long ago it was. (Wednesday 6 June 2018; 11:38)

"Mariah Carey on bossiness etc" article (82,663) by Billy from Greece I try to avoid overgeneralizations, but why is the British press so darn sarcastic and bitter-ish whenever there is a cover story or even interview with Mariah? I feel like outside the US, she is mostly misunderstood in the UK. The "bitchy diva" scenario is played to death there and there is a constant shallowness and "craziness" attached to her in several articles in the UK press over the years, not to mention a general mocking attitude that I have seen by several journalists on talk shows she has appeared. It feels like her sense of humor as well as her personality and even artistic identity do not translate well in a British setting. At the same time, I feel that she is "celebrated" there for her "fabulousness" and alleged over-the-topness, and MC is giving them what they want. Again, I don't want to lump people into one category. I mostly refer to the attitude that British journalists have expressed towards MC. (Tuesday 5 June 2018; 21:13)

Re: One song discussion with MC (82,603) (82,610) by Billy from Greece Great point, Chicago Lamb. (Saturday 2 June 2018; 14:37)

Re: One song discussion with MC (82,606) (82,609) by Billy from Greece "Subtle Invitation" for me, as well. (Saturday 2 June 2018; 14:36)

7 Mile - "After" (82,555) by Billy from Greece For anyone who is not aware of it, this is a song written by Mariah for the group's debut album. They were, along with Allure, signed on her short-lived Crave label. It's worth a listen or two. The Mariah sound is pretty strong here and it's lovely. You can easily "hear" her sing it. (Monday 28 May 2018; 21:08)

Me. I Am Mariah... The Elusive Chanteuse (82,553) by Billy from Greece Happy (belated) fourth anniversary to this great album. The could-have-beens are so many when it comes to this era, so let's stick to celebrating the musical quality of this truly fulfilling body of work. (Monday 28 May 2018; 15:33)

#Beautiful (82,552) by Billy from Greece Such a buoyant, vibrant, feel-good and timeless record, and so summery too. Should have been the song of summer 2013. (Monday 28 May 2018; 15:28)

Re: (82,411) (82,413) by Billy from Greece Maxwell, yes. We love Maxwell. (Tuesday 15 May 2018; 13:16)

Re: Cannes Film Festival (82,334) (82,336) by Billy from Greece Yes she has, during the Precious promotion. (Tuesday 8 May 2018; 00:24)

Re: New #1s to Infinity album reimagined (82,305) (82,306) by Billy from Greece Procrastination? The woman has been working non-stop for thirty years. (Saturday 5 May 2018; 16:00)

Merry Christmas era interview (82,289) by Billy from Greece Does anyone remember the interview where Mariah discusses her vocals on the Merry Christmas album, saying that she was more free in her performances and many people thought that they were her best vocals to date? Thanks. Just in case anyone is wondering, I've found one where she touches on what I mentioned in my previous message, though I have another one in mind as well, but it's alright. (Thursday 3 May 2018; 13:01)

Re: "Sprung" / "Secret Love" (82,254) (82,256) by Billy from Greece Hi Enwar. I appreciate the feedback. I love love the old-school vibe of the "Mimi" sessions and of that era in general. Even more so the actual old-school 1970s records. Also, great news about you coming to Greece. Do let me know. (Tuesday 1 May 2018; 10:58)

The Butterfly Returns (82,220) by Billy from Greece It feels so good to finally see Mariah looking like Mariah again, and everything surrounding her brand looking like Mariah as well. Just look at the new photoshoot and promotion for the new residency. It may be a superficial observation, but ever since last autumn it seems like we are going back to the core of Mariah. Let's put the 3-year nightmare era behind us. (Monday 30 April 2018; 14:02)

"Infinity" lyrics (82,219) by Billy from Greece I was just thinking that this is so relevant right now: "You're leaving, you're leaving, you're out the door, infinity, loving me more and more." If you know what I mean. (Monday 30 April 2018; 13:59)

"Sprung" / "Secret Love" (82,204) by Billy from Greece I was checking a recent Japanese version of the "Mimi" CD and I noticed that they have included "Secret Love" as well, so I listened to it after quite some time I have to admit. Very cute song, very boppy. I presume that it must have been written in the earlier stages of the album, just an assumption. Same for "Sprung". The album did move into a somehow different direction with the last-minute JD collabos (for the better), but I'm curious what other fans think about these two songs. "I Feel It" is probably the best "lost" song of these sessions, but since it was never officially released, I guess these two are the official b-sides from the "Mimi" era. Such a shame "I Feel It" was not included on the final tracklist. (Sunday 29 April 2018; 22:57)

Re: New album title (82,063) (82,067) by Billy from Greece Great post JD. (Saturday 21 April 2018; 14:23)

Question - Entertainment Weekly 1997 (82,058) by Billy from Greece Does anyone have the scans of the 1997 EW cover story? Or could direct me to a link that has the actual scans (apart from theMariahnetwork that has the transcript). I'm interested in finding the pages. Thanks. (Friday 20 April 2018; 18:28)

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