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About MusicfanJ from Germany: I'm a fan of Mariah since Daydream came out.

#DemKittens (103,527) by MusicfanJ from Germany How sweet. Such a lovely pic. I'm crazy about cats too, I have a catboy. Yes, ginger cats are so cute. Mariah's kids look so happy with the new family members. I have to repeat, beautiful pic. (Monday 18 September 2023; 10:23) this is a reply to message 103,525

#DemKittens (103,525) by Stacey from USA I'm a crazy cat lady and I especially love ginger cats. Glad to see two cute felines find a home. Watch out, Jack, lol. (Monday 18 September 2023; 01:10)

Daydream is Mariah's magnum opus (103,477) by MusicfanJ from Germany No. TEOM was a hit, but Daydream was huge. Just think of Fantasy, One Sweet Day and ABMB alone. The years 95 to 96 were on another level than 2005. (Thursday 14 September 2023; 09:53) this is a reply to message 103,471

Daydream is Mariah's magnum opus (103,471) by Bobby A from United States Isn't it really TEOM? WBT skyrocketed album sales to 5 million. WBT will always be her biggest radio airplay hit. (Thursday 14 September 2023; 00:28)

MB30 (103,465) by MusicfanJ from Germany Except of Daydream. There was Mariah mania all over the globe. I will never forget. (Wednesday 13 September 2023; 11:39) this is a reply to message 103,457

MB30 (103,457) by Nick G from Germany All albums after MB were just an echo that became quieter with each album. (Tuesday 12 September 2023; 14:41)

MB30 (103,454) by MusicfanJ from Germany I completely agree with you Jamie and Andrew. That time was so special, and that she did write and produce the songs on Music Box was the best thing to do. Andrew wrote Music Box is like a blockbuster, I love the comparison. It's true, it's her blockbuster. The album that changed everything. Mariah knows it and hasn't forget it. She was simply genius, the whole production and team on point. (Tuesday 12 September 2023; 10:30) this is a reply to message 103,446

MB30 (103,446) by Jamie from UK Well said Andrew I totally agree, she loved those times otherwise she wouldn't be paying them any attention. She was there present at the time and without any effort she looked comfortable and enjoying herself. Nothing is perfect and there were times she wasn't happy but on the whole I'm certain she misses those times. (Tuesday 12 September 2023; 01:48)

Taking care of herself (103,453) by MusicfanJ from Germany "Maybe reliving the [Music Box] era has given her the push she needed to remember how great she was." Yes, I think she was surprised too. Deep in her heart, she knows, but to hear and see it while working on MB30 must be an big moment. I'm completely overwhelmed again. You're right, she looks fantastic and healthy. I love her black and white shirt as an hommage to "Dreamlover". She looks very natural, relaxed and it suits her so well. That is all I ever wanted. A happy and healthy Mariah. (Tuesday 12 September 2023; 10:08) this is a reply to message 103,443

Taking care of herself (103,443) by Jamie from UK Wow Mariah is looking in great shape, from her recent Instagram post. She really seems in a good place right now and taking care of herself. Let’s hope that with the added confidence of looking her best she starts to focus on giving us some new music and working on those vocals. Maybe reliving the [Music Box] era has given her the push she needed to remember how great she was. (Monday 11 September 2023; 23:05)

Working Hard (Terry Hunter Remix) (103,415) by MusicfanJ from Germany Yeah it's on fire. I love the beginning and the chill out vibe. Somehow I hear Daydream Mariah on that remix. Fantastic. (Sunday 10 September 2023; 11:45) this is a reply to message 103,394

Working Hard (Terry Hunter Remix) (103,394) by Edward from USA Working Hard Remix is on fire. I prefer it over the original. I had a dream that Mariah had released the Papua New Guinea version of MB30 CD1 with "Randy's Theme" at the end. One can have a "Right to Dream". (Saturday 9 September 2023; 17:29)

Mariah on Twitter (X) (103,413) by MusicfanJ from Germany Mariah: "I'll never forget creating this record, fully immersing myself in the music that would change my life and connect me with you, the lambily, in a way that bonded us forever." With Music Box she really showed the world there's another superstar, that will stay and make history. When I read the sentence "bonded us forever", I really feel this. I became a fan because of Daydream, but I knew Mariah because of MTV playing "Hero" and "Without You" every day which I loved. I was very young back then, but I knew that she was so special. Her voice, her beauty. Indescribable. And here we are with MB30. This is a moment as Mariah would say. (Sunday 10 September 2023; 10:36)

MC30 (103,412) by MusicfanJ from Germany I thought the same yesterday. How the very young Mariah sung "My prayer" is unbelievable. So much soul and depth in her voice. I love when she sings classic or retro songs. That version was on repeat yesterday evening. I can't get enough of her magical voice. She really takes me to another sphere. Some fan once wrote, it's like dreaming while awake. (Sunday 10 September 2023; 10:19) this is a reply to message 103,411

MC30 (103,411) by TheWind from England The previously unrealised songs are fantastic. It always amazes me that Mariah can write songs like My Prayer in her early 20s. I really think Mariah should keep future new releases as simple as possible. Don't overthink the theme, lyrics, melody, production. Lately, too much time has been spent constructing a song that's current or relevant. Whereas, songs like My Prayer does the opposite, and in a good way. Beautiful song. (Sunday 10 September 2023; 09:45)

MB30 reaction (103,390) by MusicfanJ from Germany Good morning everyone. I just listened to "My prayer" and got goosebumps when she sings tonight. This is so brilliant. When music does something like this, it's so special. I'm in Mariah heaven since MB30. I also feel like getting this happy 90ies experience back, feeling good. It's great to read we all enjoy it so much. (Saturday 9 September 2023; 10:24) this is a reply to message 103,373

MB30 reaction (103,373) by BFF from United States "My Prayer" brought tears to my eyes when I heard it. Such a gorgeous rendition and somewhat left field for Mariah in terms of covers. More evidence that Mariah needs to put together a "cover songs" compilation album. She's done so many great ones, and it would be nice to have them all in one place. "Workin' Hard" is better than either of the Cole + Cliviles tracks on the original album. I can totally understand why Mariah's message on Twitter says she's looking back with a bit of regret on this album... because "My Prayer," "Workin' Hard", "All I Live For", "Everything Fades Away", and "Do You Think of Me" are all better than songs that made the final track list. I would have left off "Just to Hold You Once Again", "I've Been Thinking About You", and "All I've Ever Wanted" to make room for unreleased songs and b-sides if there was a concern that the album would be too long. I wouldn't be able to leave off tracks 1-7 on the original album - those are all songs I never skip. (Friday 8 September 2023; 14:51)

My Prayer and Workin Hard (103,377) by MusicfanJ from Germany I knew "My prayer" would be good, but I'm totally blown away. Speachless indeed. Her voice, her emotion, the darker tone at the beginning. So soulful. How could this been kept for so long? But I'm so happy to hear it now. A new favourite of mine. And then "Workin hard". How cool, such a good vibe song. I love it. The remix is hot too. The anniversary edition is "giving me life" and pure joy while listening. Mariah's vault is incredible. (Friday 8 September 2023; 17:23)

Music Box 30th Anniversary (103,337) by MusicfanJ from Germany Yes, I'm confused too. I hope it's on Amazon. I would prefer a CD like "The Rarities", yes I'm old school. (Thursday 7 September 2023; 09:45) this is a reply to message 103,318

Music Box 30th Anniversary (103,318) by Andrew from the UK I must admit I don't really understand what is being released and how? Is Proctor's Theatre being released as an audio? If so, is it going on Spotify or do you have to actually purchase a hard copy? It's all pretty confusing. (Wednesday 6 September 2023; 23:22)

Music Box 30th anniversary revealed (103,275) by MusicfanJ from Germany Finally good news I was waiting for. I love Music Box, outstanding album. It's perfect and I'm very excited for the 30th anniversary release. I'm sure we all will be happy with it. I'm doing a "Music Box evening" tonight. (Friday 1 September 2023; 11:37) this is a reply to message 103,273

Music Box 30th anniversary revealed (103,273) by Shezz from Pk On Twitter she teased that there might be more than one new song. Ughh. Apparently she has also recently registered "Dreamlover - non sample version", has anybody else seen that? Excited for September 8th. (Friday 1 September 2023; 04:15)

I saw on Facebook (103,193) by MusicfanJ from Germany Haha, thanks for the laugh. Or maybe new Christmas cookies or sweets for Halloween. (Wednesday 16 August 2023; 12:02) this is a reply to message 103,189

I saw on Facebook (103,189) by enwar00 from usa A new flavor of Black Irish. (Wednesday 16 August 2023; 07:33)

Perfection (103,178) by MusicfanJ from Germany Absolutely. I can't stand this KI stuff. It really takes the magic away. I need a real human voice not a human voice mixed by a KI. There's no real emotion on it. (Monday 14 August 2023; 11:22) this is a reply to message 103,176

Perfection (103,176) by Jamie from UK Not sure I really get these AI vocals, yeah at times it does sound similar to her, but I think by knowing it's not her just takes all the magic away. (Sunday 13 August 2023; 17:32)

Today Whitney would've been 60 (103,155) by MusicfanJ from Germany I do believe they liked each other. They had some things in common for sure. I miss Whitney, I grew up with her music. What a voice. Just like with Michael Jackson. The good 90ies, I really miss them so badly. I just bought today a 90ies compilation, because I love the music from that time and have so many good memories from that decade. Even songs which were not so great, are fantastic compared to today's music. We had Rock, RnB, Pop, Soul, Hip-Hop and more genres, there was something for everyone. Real artists and musicians. But back to Whitney, I really wish she would be alive, happy and still making music. So sad. (Wednesday 9 August 2023; 19:49) this is a reply to message 103,154

Today Whitney would've been 60 (103,154) by Randy from USA I know everybody on this board has a different relationship with Whitney Houston. Some love her, some hate her. Pushing that aside, she was a human being first. A mother, a daughter, a sister. She truly was one of the best singers of all time who just couldn't get it together because of some dark secrets she felt pressured to keep. I don't care what anyone thinks, I really feel like she and MC liked each other. And I miss her. (Wednesday 9 August 2023; 13:45)

Albums (103,129) by MusicfanJ from Germany Please not. I don't want a robot AI Mariah on an album. I still dream about a jazz album. I just listened to Aretha's "Bill Bailey won't you please come home". I would love songs like that for Mariah. Retro soul like "When I feel it" would be great as well. If I want Mariah at her best I can listen to her wonderful catalogue from the 90ies, no AI is needed. Of course that's just my opinion. (Thursday 3 August 2023; 13:03) this is a reply to message 103,126

Albums (103,126) by whisperingmisunderstandings from USA I have a feeling that if she does release another studio album in the future, she'll be using some sort of AI assistance. A lot of people have accused her of pitching up parts of her vocal climaxes post-breakdown, and we certainly know she's used auto-tune, both blatantly and subtly (as all pop singers do these days). I don't think it's a stretch to say that, once the technology has advanced enough, we'll probably be hearing Mimi-AI generated vocal climaxes mixed in with whatever authentic studio vocals she can muster. Then during concerts she'll just lip the climaxes as always. (Thursday 3 August 2023; 00:27)

Charmbracelet tour (103,117) by MusicfanJ from Germany Yes, I saw her in Munich and she was flawless. Everything was on point. She was a fantastic performer, great show, stunning voice. Mariah's charisma was incredible, her look superstar/diva at her best. One of the best nights in my life. I will never forget. Charmbracelet tour is underrated, it was magical. She was so confident and sweet. (Tuesday 1 August 2023; 14:04) this is a reply to message 103,113

Charmbracelet tour (103,113) by Special K from USA I saw Mimi in Concord, Ca. Her voice was flawless. (Tuesday 1 August 2023; 04:18)

You messing with Daydream? (103,051) by MusicfanJ from Germany Yes it is. I became a Mariah fan because of this album. (I still have the original cassette.) It's perfect. I played it at my school times for everyone, and most of them loved it too. It's the ultimate Mariah album besides "debut", "Emotions", and "Music Box". I'll love it forever and ever. (Friday 21 July 2023; 19:46) this is a reply to message 103,047

You messing with Daydream? (103,047) by Bill from the UK I never thought I'd see the day where Daydream gets slammed on this board. Wow. It's honestly perfect from start to finish. (Friday 21 July 2023; 13:27)

Bye Bryan (103,016) by MusicfanJ from Germany I don't believe it either. Until there is evidence. Just another rumor about breaking up, isn't it? (Monday 17 July 2023; 11:45) this is a reply to message 103,015

Bye Bryan (103,015) by Jamie from UK She is still following him on Instagram, but he's not following her. Tommy Mottola follows Mariah but she doesn't follow him. I'm not sure if they have split or not, is there any evidence for this? (Monday 17 July 2023; 10:58)

Languishing (103,008) by MusicfanJ from Germany I love them too. Pure Mariah, the lyrics and melodies. Heartbreaking songs. (Thursday 13 July 2023; 13:25) this is a reply to message 103,003

Languishing (103,003) by Jamie from UK I love [Portrait]. Very [Languishing] and Looking In (Thursday 13 July 2023; 08:31)

Ray Dalton (103,004) by MusicfanJ from Germany We had him on our morning show today, what a great voice and friendly man. A "new" singer who can sing. I know he was first a background singer, but that voice really must be heard alone. I hope there will be an album soon. Mariah should do a song with him. (Thursday 13 July 2023; 09:20)

Emotionally stiff (102,989) by MusicfanJ from Germany Great post Stacey. Yes, it can't get any more emotional than with "Til the end of time". A person who doesn't feel anything while listening, has no connection to the heart and soul. "Can't let go" is in the same "league". And "So blessed". I tested it today and had immadiately goosebumbs when her voice gets darker on the song. (Monday 10 July 2023; 12:10) this is a reply to message 102,988

Emotionally stiff (102,988) by Stacey from USA Till the End of Time is as emotionally filling as anything I've heard. I'd argue it's more emotional than All By Myself. That bridge to end chorus sends chills up my spine every time. Those silly journalists couldn't recognize emotion if it hit them in the face. (Monday 10 July 2023; 05:56)

MC should come clean (102,981) by MusicfanJ from Germany Enjoying life is the best she and everybody else can do. I wish we would get another album but her unique music catalogue makes me happy every time. Plus all the wonderful videos on YouTube and the concerts of my private collection. Happy Sunday lambs. (Sunday 9 July 2023; 11:01) this is a reply to message 102,980

MC should come clean (102,980) by Lady B from USA Looks like she's spending time with her kids and enjoying life. (Saturday 8 July 2023; 15:05)

Good news (102,978) by MusicfanJ from Germany E=MC2 is a perfect summer album. A lot of non-fans love it. Yes, it's so radio-friendly. (Friday 7 July 2023; 11:07) this is a reply to message 102,976

Good news (102,976) by "MariahHater" from Hell When TMB went viral, I decided to take a spin for E=MC2 and surprisingly, this is really a good album. Her last commercially and GP friendly album as of writing. Wish we could hear her again having fun like this. Where [you] at Mariah? You cant keep the lambs waiting forever or suffocate us yearly with AIWFCIY. (Friday 7 July 2023; 08:26)

End times scenario (102,977) by MusicfanJ from Germany "I hate to say this but Generation X and Millennials may have witnessed the last days of music having consumption numbers attached." Absolutely. The music biz is gone (with the golden days like everything else right now). I'm so thankful to have witnessed Michael, Whitney, Tina, Janet, George Michael, Prince, Celine and many more. Plus all the RnB artists from the 90ies until 2005. Real artists, no Tik Tokkers, influencers and all the other self-promoters. I like that the Rolling Stones and Tom Jones are still "rocking" and touring. Tom Jones has still a wonderful voice. The same with Pauli Carmen from "Champagne". I love when "How about us" gets played on my radio station. Good music will always be good music. The 60ies, 70ies, 80ies, 90ies were the best musicwise. The last 5 years are the worst, with few exceptions. Luckily we can listen to real music everyday. I don't need the trends. (Friday 7 July 2023; 11:02) this is a reply to message 102,974

End times scenario (102,974) by Randy from USA I just had a thought. Rare. I realized that MC's 19 number 1s record is nowhere near in jeopardy. Today's audience doesn't have the attention span to pay attention that long to an artist. I remember a few years when Wendy predicted Rihanna would overtake MC. Rihanna doesn't even have the attention span. She focused on Fenty and stopped making music and she's stepped down from Fenty, at least running it, to be a mom. And how long is Billboard gonna matter if no one is buying music? And then the complex digital units, streaming platforms, radio and YouTube videos have to be calculated now. When will they start counting TikTok use? Use in streaming TV, use in figure skating programs? Don't laugh because figure skating is now only streamed live because musicians sued per licensing. You can watch it but you can't replay it. Then how likely are companies to merge, be bought, or go out of business? Will Spotify be bought by Nabisco and change its name to Cookie Music? Will TikTok be banned by congress? Mariah's Heat would be censored from Facebook these days. How many times would Billboard then have to change its formula? All jokes aside, I'm surprised there are still charts. I hate to say this but Generation X and Millennials may have witnessed the last days of music having consumption numbers attached. (Thursday 6 July 2023; 20:20)

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