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About Robert-Anthony from United States: I have been a Lamb since 1990. I know Mariah. I love her music. I breathe her music.

Return to roots (107,141) by Robert-Anthony from United States Lol. Wait a minute. What do you know about Rachelle Ferrell? (Wednesday 7 August 2024; 19:00) this is a reply to message 107,132

Return to roots (107,132) by Randy from USA She sings better than Jennifer Hudson, Kelly Clarkson, Fantasia, Celine Dion, Chante Moore, Kelly Price, Keke Wyatt, Rachelle Ferrell, Deborah Cox, Karen Clark? You mean right now? In 2024? I love you man, but did the batteries in your ears go dead? (Wednesday 7 August 2024; 03:49)

Return to roots (107,137) by Robert-Anthony from United States I was referring to singers who have albums or singles out right now like Kehlani, Coco Jones, Sza, Remi Wolf and Sabrina Carpener. The female singers you mentioned probably could make MC take some time off if they ever hit the stage together. Your singers have preserved their voices better than MC. I just want MC to sing and not worry about hitting high notes and using her whistle register during live performances and on her new songs. (Wednesday 7 August 2024; 12:09) this is a reply to message 107,132

Return to roots (107,132) by Randy from USA She sings better than Jennifer Hudson, Kelly Clarkson, Fantasia, Celine Dion, Chante Moore, Kelly Price, Keke Wyatt, Rachelle Ferrell, Deborah Cox, Karen Clark? You mean right now? In 2024? I love you man, but did the batteries in your ears go dead? (Wednesday 7 August 2024; 03:49)

Return to roots (107,129) by Robert-Anthony from United States I am hopeful MC does go back to her roots on MC16. It would be nice for her to have a pop ballad that goes #1 on the Hot 100, is used in a commercial, and wins a Grammy for Song of the Year. If she just gives us that one last raw organic pop performance like If It's Over, then we all would be happy. Who cares about her current vocal state at this point? She can stll sing better than any current female artist right now. (Tuesday 6 August 2024; 23:22) this is a reply to message 107,125

Return to roots (107,125) by MusicfanJ from Germany Great thoughts Jamie. For the post I would give you hundreds thumbs up. "Give us back that Soul influenced, Gospel loving Mariah that we knew and mix it with some RnB and you will have some happy lambs." I would be very happy with it. I listened to "MIAMTEC" yesterday, somehow it is my least favourite album by Mariah. Also I love "Make it look good", "The art of letting go" and "Meteorite". But "Emotions" and "Music Box" are outstanding and unmatched until today. But I do believe Mariah will surprise us all, maybe next year. I hope so. (Tuesday 6 August 2024; 18:00)

Merry Christmas anniversary want list (107,119) by Robert-Anthony from United States Album sales have been poor for artists like Normani whose album was delayed after multiple delays for two years along with singles that were lackluster. Dua Lipa's three singles failed to make the top 5 on the Billboard Hot 100 and they were just lackluster in terms of her previous singles from Physical. Plus, Taylor dominated the singles and album charts for 4 months causing fans and record shops to keep her on top on the charts. (Tuesday 6 August 2024; 00:33) this is a reply to message 107,118

Merry Christmas anniversary want list (107,118) by Edward from USA Wait a minute, did Normani finally release her debut album? If she did and it flopped, it shouldn't surprise anyone. She took a long time. (Monday 5 August 2024; 20:02)

Merry Christmas anniversary want list (107,116) by Robert-Anthony from United States Okay, but Cher announced her Christmas in early September. I always refer to Metacritic's new album list for each month. Billboard just released their new album list for August-October. There is not one Christmas album listed for October. At least there would be somebody major on the list for October. Maybe no one wants to release a Christmas album this year because so many albums flopped from Dua Lipa to Normani to Camila Cabello. I think MC has Christmas this year without any distractions like what happened with Brenda Lee. (Monday 5 August 2024; 12:37) this is a reply to message 107,115

Merry Christmas anniversary want list (107,115) by Alexis Carrington-Colby from United States It's August. Someone is always releasing a holiday album (that's M's impact). They usually don't announce it until October. (Monday 5 August 2024; 12:07)

Merry Christmas anniversary want list (107,110) by Robert-Anthony from United States I was just thinking again today as I prepare to return to my long work days this week. We all know MC is just not going out on a 20 city tour without some huge Merry Christmas album surprises to support the tour and the Merry Christmas 30th anniversary. As far as I can find with my research, no one else is releasing a new Christmas album this year. So, MC just may do extremely well this Christmas season. (Monday 5 August 2024; 03:06) this is a reply to message 107,108

Merry Christmas anniversary want list (107,108) by Alexis Carrington-Colby from United States No thanks. No one is asking for this. There is no more juice in this fruit. The only thing I'd want released is a poster, the St. John the Divine concerts out in streaming (including Hero), and the r&b/video version of Miss You Most (At Christmas Time) added to streaming. I need to know what is planned for Daydream 30 - I have a feeling it's not much (Monday 5 August 2024; 00:49)

Merry Christmas anniversary want list (107,107) by Robert-Anthony from United States Here are my top 8 for suprises. 1. AIWFCIY ft. Jimmy Fallon (from the December 5, 2012 The Tonight Show) 2. Silent Night or Holy Night ft. The Clark Sisters 3. The Christmas Song (Nat King Cole cover) 4. AIWFCIY ft. Kelly Clarkson 5. Jesus Born On This Day - acapella 6. MC and Maxwell - new Christmas duet 7. Christmas (Baby Please Come Home) ft. One Republic 8. Jesus Oh What a Wonderful Child ft. Kirk Franklin and family (Sunday 4 August 2024; 22:53)

The girl who lipped wolf (107,105) by Robert-Anthony from United States Lol. You are so funny, Randy. She probably wants to make sure Trey, Mary Ann, Sharlotte, Daniel, Kristofer, Danielle, the dancers and her band have an income during the year. They all have been with MC for quite a long time through it all. By the way, did anyone notice on X on a rolling Christmas show date post two days ago that Olivia Rodrigo is going to be a guest at one the Christmas shows? It was rolling so fast with music attached to it that I couldn't stop it to see which city she will be a guest. I didn't get the poster's X name either. (Sunday 4 August 2024; 21:27) this is a reply to message 107,104

The girl who lipped wolf (107,104) by Randy from USA I don't have any sources or receipts but maybe these residencies are to pay current bills and she only does the shows she needs at the time. She's probably miserable so it's like, "Ok add 5 more dates to get us through until the Christmas shows then after we'll be fine till March." I'm not saying Mariah is broke, because she's not. I think she's doing this for the massive overhead it costs to live her present lifestyle. Mariah please carry your own umbrella and stay at the Red Roof. This is not worth the pain under the Botox. I kid. I kid. (Sunday 4 August 2024; 21:06)

The girl who lipped wolf (107,103) by Robert-Anthony from United States Wow. I bet the reason she is not even in the top 25 because her residences are not lengthy stays like the other ones. (Sunday 4 August 2024; 19:48) this is a reply to message 107,102

The girl who lipped wolf (107,102) by Webmaster Eric from the Netherlands Mariah is not in the top 25, but Celine is at no 1 and 2. 1. Celine Dion - A New Day... (2003-2007) $385.1M 2. Celine Dion - Celine (2011-2019) $296.2M 3. Billy Joel - Billy Joel at The Garden (2014-present) $246.8M 4. U2 - U2: UV Achtung Baby Live at Sphere (2023-2024) $244.5M 5. Elton John - The Red Piano (2004-2009) $166.4M 6. Britney Spears - Britney: Piece of Me (2013-2017) $137.7M 7. Elton John - The Million Dollar Piano (2011-2018) $131.2M 8. Bruno Mars - Bruno Mars at Park MGM (2016-present) $114.3M 9. Jennifer Lopez - Jennifer Lopez: All I Have (2016-2018) $101.9M 10. Cher - Cher (2008-2011) $97.4M (Sunday 4 August 2024; 19:41)

The girl who lipped wolf (107,101) by Robert-Anthony from United States I wonder if MC and Celine both are in the top ten for top grossing Vegas residencies. (Sunday 4 August 2024; 19:01) this is a reply to message 107,099

The girl who lipped wolf (107,099) by BFF from United States The reality is that the primary revenue stream for recording artists these days is through touring. I just watched Celine Dion's recent documentary. Celine has been through a lot with her illness and has put tons of effort into getting back to performing. Yes, Celine has been lip syncing for quite some time. But she has lip synced entire shows, and her performances are full of passion and energy. She refused to perform shows when her condition got so bad she couldn't give 100 percent effort. On the other hand, Mariah's live shows have been low energy since probably 2010. I went to "The Adventures of Mimi" and "Angels Advocate" shows in Atlanta; I definitely recall a steep decline between 2006 and 2010. Fast forward to 2024, she's barely moving and now lip syncing entire shows except for a couple of minutes. Maybe she hasn't said anything because there's no legitimate explanation? (Sunday 4 August 2024; 15:47)

Told y'all (107,096) by Robert-Anthony from United States We were just holding to that one last hope that she would because MC said in April that MC16 was coming soon. However, I knew the receipts weren't adding up this summer. She announced the 2025 Vegas shows two weeks ago and yesterday a 20-city Christmas tour. You may right about 2026. When is she going to have time to finish recording MC16 this year with a Christmas tour and finishing the special gifts for the Merry Christmas anniversary? And I can only assume the Butterfly Lounge tracks have been put away in her vault for now. (Saturday 3 August 2024; 22:19) this is a reply to message 107,095

Told y'all (107,095) by T from USA After she released the Yes, And remix I told you that she wasn't going to release a new album this year but instead concentrate on festivals, one off concerts and Vegas until it's time for Christmas. Everyone tried to insult me and said I was being negative when I was only telling the truth. I think some of you need to reassess your relationship with the truth and being able to accept it. It's too bad most lambs did nothing to support her two musical remix recordings this year to hold us over because Mariah won't be releasing a full album of new material until 2026. That's just the truth. Take it or leave it. (Saturday 3 August 2024; 21:36)

Article: Mariah celebrates 30th anniversary of "Merry Christmas" (107,094) by Robert-Anthony from United States Merry Christmas only made it to #3 on the Billboard Holiday chart last year. It would be sweet if it makes it to the top spot this year. Michael Bube [sic] is always keeping Merry Christmas from being #1 each year. Maybe a AIWFCIY duet is one of the surprises. I hope it is Kelly Clarkson. (Saturday 3 August 2024; 15:44) this is a reply to message 107,092

Article: Mariah celebrates 30th anniversary of "Merry Christmas" (107,092) by Stacey from USA I think at this point in her career, she should celebrate album anniversaries. Release more Rarities-type albums. Dig into that dang vault, lol. "I'm so excited"' just thinking about what she could possibly release for Daydream's 30th next year. Ya know Daydream and me go back like babies n' pacifiers. (Saturday 3 August 2024; 00:40)

Article: Mariah celebrates 30th anniversary of "Merry Christmas" (107,091) by Robert-Anthony from United States MC is using her Queen of Christmas desigination and album anniversaries to work for her benefit. I am going to buy a ticket to see MC in Austin. I suppose Friday, November 8th or 15th will have something special released on one of those days. (Friday 2 August 2024; 23:11) this is a reply to message 107,088

Article: Mariah celebrates 30th anniversary of "Merry Christmas" (107,088) by Nick G from Germany Glitter 2 - the Christmas experience. (Friday 2 August 2024; 21:39)

Article: Mariah celebrates 30th anniversary of "Merry Christmas" (107,087) by Robert-Anthony from United States I wonder what other surprises she has planned. She has practically released everything CD and vinyl wise for Merry Christmas and AIWFCIY except for an acappella version of the whole album. Also, I am wondering if she is planning a new AIWFCIY video with a movie like production. (Friday 2 August 2024; 20:41) this is a reply to message 107,085

Article: Mariah celebrates 30th anniversary of "Merry Christmas" (107,085) by Libra Lamb from USA Good for her. I'm considering going to see her again when she comes through Atlanta. I wonder what other "surprises" she's got in store to celebrate the 30th anniversary. Hopefully in one of those fake gift boxes in the background sits MC16. Now that would be a sweet present for her fans. Doubtful but hopeful. Anyways, happy Friday everyone. Enjoy your weekend. (Friday 2 August 2024; 17:00)

Christmas shows (107,084) by Robert-Anthony from United States MC just announced Christimas Time shows starting November 17th for a total of 20 shows. This will be her first full Christmas tour. I don't think MC16 is coming out this year. (Friday 2 August 2024; 16:29)

If It’s Over? (107,071) by Robert-Anthony from United States I listened to it this morning. The bridge brought tears to my eyes. It made me think that I shouldn't count MC out just yet. I know in my heart that I can't let MC go. MC got me through some tough times in the 90s. Thirty years is a long time to be a fan of someone. (Thursday 1 August 2024; 13:22) this is a reply to message 107,070

If It’s Over? (107,070) by Shezz from Pk Mariah loves it when we relate to her songs on a personal level. I don't think we collectively can relate to any song more than we can all probably relate to "If It's Over" right now. From the first word to the very last. The song just hits different now. Give it a go. (Thursday 1 August 2024; 11:19)

MC16 (107,067) by Robert-Anthony from United States I wonder why Columbia Legacy or Def Jam/Island Records hasn't released more box set compilations with album singles or remixes or even Grammy/TV performances. I would love to have her MTV, BET or network tv specials on DVD. Does MC have to give her permission to create and release such compilations or DVDs? (Thursday 1 August 2024; 00:50) this is a reply to message 107,064

MC16 (107,064) by Edward from USA I think she'll release a few more "Rarities-type" albums, but I don't expect her to release any new studio albums after MC16. Even though Caution was critically acclaimed, she mentioned that her voice wasn't in good shape during its recording. If it wasn't in good shape then, what about now? I would be fine with MC16 being her final album. She shouldn't count on it being a huge success in terms of sales though, Caution was released six years ago and has sold around 200k copies. (Wednesday 31 July 2024; 22:06)

Back to Mariah (107,062) by Robert-Anthony from United States I feel MC16 will be her last album if she ever releases it. Six years without an album is not what we are accustomed to. So, I would be okay if it is her last album. It seems like her heart is not in releasing new music for whatever reason that we are not privy to right now. I still love me some MC. My collection of 30 years is worth a lot of money. (Wednesday 31 July 2024; 18:16) this is a reply to message 107,057

Back to Mariah (107,057) by Edward from USA Do you guys think MC16 will Mariah's final album, and how would you feel if it were? (Wednesday 31 July 2024; 14:16)

Inspirational songs (107,047) by Robert-Anthony from United States I am not looking forward to everything that leads up to election day in November. The name calling, the political ads during primetime programming, and the uneasy political climate irritates me from September to November. I hope this Fall TV season's new shows like Poppa's House (CBS), Brillant Minds (NBC), Georgie's and Mandy's First Marriage (CBS), Happy Place (NBC), and Elsbeth (CBS) can brighten my mood this fall. (Wednesday 31 July 2024; 02:09) this is a reply to message 107,045

Inspirational songs (107,045) by Libra Lamb from USA I would just encourage everyone to do their research, cross check their information, and make an educated decision in November as well as get involved in their local politics and elections. Don't take my word for anything or anyone else's, go seek the truth and go from there. At the end of the day we will all vote for whomever and have to live with those decisions. I'm not here to sway anyone or educate anyone on anything. (Wednesday 31 July 2024; 01:19)

Mariah looks great (107,039) by Robert-Anthony from United States We are now in uncharted territory with MC's career. I am about ready to put my focus and attention on another female artist for awhile as we wait for this long over due MC16 album and Butterfly Lounge project. If it wasn't 6 years since Caution, I would not be so bitter right now because of no album news since April. Here's to Summer Walker and her music right now. By the way, why doesn't MC have her own cosmetics brand and company? I feel that is a huge misstep in her career. (Tuesday 30 July 2024; 21:10) this is a reply to message 107,036

Mariah looks great (107,036) by Randy from USA She looks sensational in those pictures with Olivia Rodriguez. I think still visuals is her new talent. Why worry with record labels, vocal training/rest and creating new music? You can stand still with a backdrop or stand still on stage and look pretty. People pay for that right? That's more important than being one of the greatest singers of all time. That would deflect attention from ability, right? To out-pretty Heidi Klum, Christie Brinkley, Tyra Banks, Cindy Crawford and Imán. Yea let's compete against them because it's easier than trying to sing anywhere near the level of Celine Dion, Toni Braxton, Chante Moore or Deborah Cox. (Tuesday 30 July 2024; 18:20)

Mariah, Anita Baker and Lauryn Hill (107,028) by Robert-Anthony from United States MC's voice is what grounded her 20 years ago. She just seems lost now without it. It kept her connected to her Lambs. Now she does not post studio pics and tells us she is working on an new album without a finished product. It has been six long years now. I am beginning to think that she is not working one. If this is not the case, then why does it seem like she is not trying her best to get it done at least for her Lambs. I wish she would let us know something other than "It is coming soon." Kehlani communicates better with her fans than MC. Kehlani has only been in the music business 15 years. And she gives us mixtapes in between albums without worrying about sales or it being on the Billboard 200. (Monday 29 July 2024; 22:01) this is a reply to message 107,021

Mariah, Anita Baker and Lauryn Hill (107,021) by Randy from USA I have to wonder what kind of financial status these artists are in because they clearly don't want to tour. Even Michael Jackson said he hated touring. But for Mariah, who looks stunning this go round, it's clear she doesn't want to sing. At least not outside of a studio. Nor does she want to be on stage. The acronym MC has turned into Model Checked-out. All rehearsals are hair, makeup and wardrobe. Now I know everyone says she's worth $250 million+ but that doesn't translate to cash on hand. And she has to pay for upkeep on the NYC apartment, the rental in LA, the stylist, hairdresser, makeup artist (whom I'm sure aren't allowed other clients). Does she own a jet or lease one? She's probably in need of money to keep up this lifestyle and should start stripping it down. She has 500 hours of beauty school. Do your own hair and make up. Stay in hotels when you have work in LA. Fly commercial first class. Hold your own umbrella. Anita was awful on tour and Lauryn is late to every show. I know they probably need money but MC, like what is the reason to keep this up? And don't say to be with your fans. She could do book signings, conference appearances and guest stints on The Talk or start lives on TikTok or Instagram if it was to be with us. (Monday 29 July 2024; 17:12)

Celine, Mariah and lip synching (107,019) by Robert-Anthony from United States I apologize for being negative this time. I just noticed that MC does not sing like before even during the Memoirs era. When I say she can't sing anymore, I don't mean she can't do some great vocal stacking or background vocals. I am referring to the fact that MC does not sing like we have heard her sing in the past. MC can still sing. (Monday 29 July 2024; 12:53) this is a reply to message 107,017

Celine, Mariah and lip synching (107,017) by Zachariah from Croatia I really don't like your negative attitude all the time regarding her voice. I listened the same thing and it is live. I don't know why you keep saying that she can't sing anymore. So annoying. (Monday 29 July 2024; 08:40)

Celine, Mariah and lip synching (107,012) by Robert-Anthony from United States I was thinking again today while I was standing in the grocery checkout line. I just wonder is it common knowledge among MC's colleagues, label executives, and radio programmers that Mariah Carey can't sing anymore. I thought about that because MC doesn't receive any offers for duets, movie songs, or TV performances anymore. Her last collaborations have been rap hooks and a JD favor for another artist. I am really worried about what MC's career will look like in 2030. That would be 40 years in the music business at 61 years old. Maybe an announcement of MC16 will be her last album and it will be a double album. That would be a great prelude something new in the TV entertainment and cosmetics industry. (Sunday 28 July 2024; 23:57) this is a reply to message 107,010

Celine, Mariah and lip synching (107,010) by Jamie from UK Yeah I think everyone misses the old Mariah, she was so cool. (Sunday 28 July 2024; 22:25)

Celine, Mariah and lip synching (107,002) by Robert-Anthony from United States Right. I noticed that too. How did her career get to this point? I am tempted to write an unauthorized book titled, "The Tragic Loss of Mariah Carey's Voice". I believe the loss of her voice is more than vocal cord nodules or her breathiness singing style. There was something that happened to her voice from 1995-1998 that she never recovered from and over the years it progressively got worse. Fast forward to 2020 and her vocal problems became painfully evident with every live performance that she didn't use a backing track. I am sure the problem that she is having in the studio recording MC16 is that she can't sing the different parts to her satisfaction to honestly say she is happy with the final track. (Sunday 28 July 2024; 17:24) this is a reply to message 107,001

Celine, Mariah and lip synching (107,001) by BFF from United States I was looking at some videos from the last few nights in Vegas as well. Mariah's lip-syncing is pretty shameless in them. If she's going to do it, she definitely needs to practice making it look more convincing. Her lips are barely moving in some of the songs. Is there any segment of this show in which she is singing live? What a sad spectacle. (Sunday 28 July 2024; 16:05)

Celine, Mariah and lip synching (106,999) by Robert-Anthony from United States I saw some video clips of the first night. It was obvious that MC was lip syncing to the original tracks. It is very sad that she can't perform live anymore. If she ever releases an album of new material, how would she justify performing new songs to a backing track? And another sad aspect of her vocal issues is that she has not addressed it to her Lambs. If she would at least do that, then we would understand what she is going through. If next year there is no MC16, then she will never release it. (Sunday 28 July 2024; 13:36) this is a reply to message 106,998

Celine, Mariah and lip synching (106,998) by MC1989 from Spain Celine still has a privileged voice, a unique, distinctive timbre, just like Mariah. The huge difference between the two is discipline. While Celine has been committed to caring for and maintaining her instrument and there are many videos and interviews over the last few years in which she claims to continue taking singing lessons and doing vocal exercises (which has not prevented the inevitable deterioration caused by age and her illness), Mariah has been committed for decades to using pre-recorded vocals and her vocal condition has plummeted since 2020 until today, where it is a real shame to see her in Las Vegas, where 95 percent of her show is pure playback. I am struck by the absence of any hint of expressiveness in her face due to the cosmetic infiltrations or retouching she has undergone since 2022. Up until the Caution tour (where she was still able to showcase glorious little vocal moments), Mariah was always known for being tremendously expressive and making faces and hand movements while singing live, especially during the more difficult parts of her songs; which, since the late 90s, made it extremely easy to detect when she was putting a pre-record into a climax because her facial expressiveness would totally change, her eyebrows would relax, her muscle tension would relax and she would look like she was smiling just when it was her turn to do the Olympic acrobatics. We all know that Mariah is not a good actress and has never been able to do a good lip-sync. Right now it is a paradox that the less effort and effort Mariah puts in, the more believable her playback is in the eyes of non-fans, of the general public, since there is hardly any expressiveness in her face not only during the climax but during an entire song. Zero vocal effort, zero effort in movement and choreography. Just getting paid to look like a Barbie. At least Celine is able to convey a believable story, and mind you, unpopular opinion: although I get goosebumps every time I see her video singing Hymne a L'amour in the Eiffel Tower, as a fan who has been watching her sing for decades just like Mariah, I know perfectly well that her performance was 100% pre-recorded, with facial and body simulation and almost perfect playback. But she managed to put on an unforgettable show and return to the public eye and to music in style. Mariah, meanwhile, continues to make these poor performances in Las Vegas. I wish she would at least release some new studio music, since her forte, unlike Celine's, is songwriting and creating good songs written by herself. (Sunday 28 July 2024; 10:02)

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