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Post by #LisaRinna on Mar 12, 2015 12:24:27 GMT -5
Okay, so the question that's on everyone's mind…Will we get the iconic Mariah Carey font back from her Columbia days? Please!
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Post by Linnethia Monique on Mar 12, 2015 12:27:01 GMT -5
Interesting. I was actually thinking yesterday about how the "surprises" may be remixed versions of her #1s. 18 songs is already a lot for a single-disc. They could probably one fit one or two new songs, but they could also record new versions of the #1s. At this point, I wouldn't mind her re-recording some of her earlier hits as she's always intended for them to sound. That would be asking for trouble imo. Those songs are classics as they are. Duets are fine (WYC worked wonderfully as a duet for example), but reworking the old songs is a bad idea. I would rather get a compilation with some new re-works rather than buying yet ANOTHER #1/Greatest Hits disc with the exact same songs.
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Post by #LisaRinna on Mar 12, 2015 12:58:02 GMT -5
I hope it's a 2-disc set with the original songs on one and the remixes/duets + new tracks on the other.
It would be smart not to alter the original tracklist of #1's to have it all count together. There's enough room on another disc for "I Still Believe" & co. to be put on since I can't imagine her re-doing all of the songs and adding more than 2 original tracks. And the 18 #1 hits would fit on one disc anyway. This kind of compilation doesn't sell well and to open her new contract with dysmal sales would be sad.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 12, 2015 14:12:52 GMT -5
I doubt she'll include the bonus tracks from the original #1's release. Those were for a time and place. I can't see her giving Brenda K Starr anymore royalties or having a duet with Brian MCNight in 2015. She may keep the Whitney one, for the nostagia. But Sweetheart has to go as well.
I would love new and different bonus tracks this time around. But even if it's one disc, all 18 original songs plus one new massive banger I'd be happy.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 12, 2015 14:27:00 GMT -5
BKS didn't write ISB so probably no royalties for her regardless
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Post by Jay D83 on Mar 12, 2015 14:34:45 GMT -5
Yay!!! Okay, so the question that's on everyone's mind…Will we get the iconic Mariah Carey font back from her Columbia days? Yes please! IDJ tried their best to copy it, but the original was ALWAYS epic!
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Post by Me. I Am l!nk!nfan815... on Mar 12, 2015 14:47:03 GMT -5
BKS didn't write ISB so probably no royalties for her regardless I didn't know this. Mariah is one shady queen!
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Post by kmbgs on Mar 12, 2015 14:52:58 GMT -5
I'm saying - ONE new song on the same disc as the 18 #1s, and the rest on a second disc. That's the way to do this release. I think she should remix/duet some fan favorites from all throughout her career. Melt Away feat. Miguel. Can't Let Go feat. George Michael. You Need Me feat. Kelly Clarkson, Prisoner feat. Missy Elliot (a lamb can dream).
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Post by #LisaRinna on Mar 12, 2015 15:16:18 GMT -5
I doubt she'll include the bonus tracks from the original #1's release. Those were for a time and place. I can't see her giving Brenda K Starr anymore royalties or having a duet with Brian MCNight in 2015. She may keep the Whitney one, for the nostagia. But Sweetheart has to go as well. I would love new and different bonus tracks this time around. But even if it's one disc, all 18 original songs plus one new massive banger I'd be happy. BUT "Sweetheart" is a a bop!! >:(
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Post by Heart Shaped Box on Mar 12, 2015 15:18:34 GMT -5
I dunno. A duet mix of her old songs would be a concern for me. As much as I like Kells and Mary, the Betcha Gon Know and That's a Wrap collabos were pretty bleak.
I like the idea of the originals on one CD and any experimentation on the other. Maybe some new arrangements that they're planning on using in Vegas, or even some remixing.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 12, 2015 15:20:58 GMT -5
You Need Me feat. Kelly Clarkson I'm pretty sure that it's the most disliked song on her debut in general, lol.
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Post by #LisaRinna on Mar 12, 2015 15:34:57 GMT -5
You Need Me feat. Kelly Clarkson I'm pretty sure that it's the most disliked song on her debut in general, lol. It wasn't even a single!!
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Post by Tea-why on Mar 12, 2015 15:35:29 GMT -5
I'm saying - ONE new song on the same disc as the 18 #1s, and the rest on a second disc. That's the way to do this release. I think she should remix/duet some fan favorites from all throughout her career. Melt Away feat. Miguel. Can't Let Go feat. George Michael. You Need Me feat. Kelly Clarkson, Prisoner feat. Missy Elliot (a lamb can dream). This. and also have the 2-CD version as the deluxe version and the first disc also alone as a standard version for the people who don't care about the bonus stuff. Regardless, I'm excited about this and the deal!
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Post by Mean A$$ on Mar 12, 2015 15:59:22 GMT -5
I say we keep it simple.. 2 new tracks plus 18 # 1's. If she does duets, we're gonna get her 1995 vocals with cut and paste vocals from featured artists. Not very interesting.
I think what would be cool is a book going back to 1989 when she was recording her debut with pictures of her in the studio recording, her handwritten lyrics, just a compilation of her throughout the years. I'd love to see something like that.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 12, 2015 17:02:21 GMT -5
I'm for 18 songs plus 1 or two new ones. (One being a solo song the other being a duet).
I just don't think having a double album at this point in her fragile career is a good idea. People wouldn't even shell out the $12.99 to buy MIAMTEC (14 new songs) what makes Sony think they will pay upwards of $16.99-$24.99 for a two disc set that may only contain 4 or 5 new songs???
Having the bonus songs from the previous #1s album would be a waste of space too. Quite literally people would just keep their original album and download the new bonus songs.
At least if it's one CD, with 19 or 20 songs priced at $11.99 or $12.99 she has a fighting chance.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 12, 2015 17:06:43 GMT -5
On a side note, Britney's manager was interviewed by Billboard magazine and he said the days of the "album" are gone now in the digital age. And singles are where it's at. So she will only release singles for the next few years while still at Vegas. He said an album will come but not in the forseable future. It's just not a priority.
I wonder how this would pertain to Mariah... I mean, this #1's album is based on the individual singles but it's those singles that make up a great album. However, if there is just a few bonuns songs she can keep releasing them sporatically without having to release another album.
However, I'm sure Epic/Sony is going to want an actual album eventually. (Before MIAMTEC I would've said Mariah's a bigger album seller then single seller these days but now I'm not sure...)
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Post by jenglisbe on Mar 12, 2015 17:52:43 GMT -5
BKS didn't write ISB so probably no royalties for her regardless I didn't know this. Mariah is one shady queen! How does that make Mariah shady?
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Post by #LisaRinna on Mar 12, 2015 18:13:34 GMT -5
www.hrcladinner.com/Are you sitting down? HRC Los Angeles is extremely excited to announce that global megastar Mariah Carey will be performing at the HRC Los Angeles 2015 Dinner this Saturday, March 14, 2015 at the JW Marriott/Ritz-Carlton at LA Live. Due to this exciting announcement, we strongly encourage anyone planning to attend who has not yet purchased tickets to do so quickly. We’ve added additional seats, but cannot guarantee how long they will be available.
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Post by Dreams on Mar 12, 2015 18:19:15 GMT -5
^ Random! But nice. Hope she doesn't screw up!
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Post by jenglisbe on Mar 12, 2015 19:43:28 GMT -5
On a side note, Britney's manager was interviewed by Billboard magazine and he said the days of the "album" are gone now in the digital age. And singles are where it's at. So she will only release singles for the next few years while still at Vegas. He said an album will come but not in the forseable future. It's just not a priority. I wonder how this would pertain to Mariah... I mean, this #1's album is based on the individual singles but it's those singles that make up a great album. However, if there is just a few bonuns songs she can keep releasing them sporatically without having to release another album. However, I'm sure Epic/Sony is going to want an actual album eventually. (Before MIAMTEC I would've said Mariah's a bigger album seller then single seller these days but now I'm not sure...) It depends on the artist. Adele and Taylor Swift have shown albums are still relevant and can sell well. Beyonce, too, as her album was bigger than any one song on it. Ed Sheeran is selling albums while still having hits. At the end of the day, I don't see how labels can make enough money off singles to stay afloat. That's why 360 deals have become the norm. So, even if albums become less of a priority, singles aren't "where it's at" either. Singles can't keep the industry going. I think tours, Vegas residencies, etc. are "where it's at" because that's where artists and other people can make real money.
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Post by Relaxing Cup on Mar 12, 2015 21:09:16 GMT -5
Yay!!! Okay, so the question that's on everyone's mind…Will we get the iconic Mariah Carey font back from her Columbia days? Yes please! IDJ tried their best to copy it, but the original was ALWAYS epic! You guys, it looks the same to me?
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Post by Me. I Am l!nk!nfan815... on Mar 13, 2015 0:15:26 GMT -5
I didn't know this. Mariah is one shady queen! How does that make Mariah shady? Because she pick a song to cover where she doesn't have to pay her royalties. It was suppose to be joke, nothing serious.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 13, 2015 1:54:31 GMT -5
You Need Me feat. Kelly Clarkson I'm pretty sure that it's the most disliked song on her debut in general, lol. Yeah. Nobody needs any of that.
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Post by Relaxing Cup on Mar 13, 2015 2:10:44 GMT -5
so brightly, so brightly, they can't take that away from me OH LAAAAAAWRD THEY DO TRY! lord they do try, lord they do TRRRRYYYY
I literally would've shit my pants had I been there not expecting this to come on.
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Post by HailTheConquerer on Mar 13, 2015 5:27:47 GMT -5
There's got too be a DVD /CD too be put together for the Vegas show , it would be a perfect gift too fans next fall....can't wait too hear all her classics!!!
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Post by HailTheConquerer on Mar 13, 2015 5:42:26 GMT -5
God knows why she ever left, never fix what is def not broke...happy shes back too...for that I'm going too listen too my favorite Miss Carey song...FOREVER!!!
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Post by Dreams on Mar 13, 2015 9:08:33 GMT -5
Mariah was seen out in Beverly Hills last night This woman's sense of style, even when she's out and about... Ensemble aside, she's cute as ever tho!
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Post by jenglisbe on Mar 13, 2015 9:15:27 GMT -5
It's amazing what a difference lighting and angle make.
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Post by Jay D83 on Mar 13, 2015 9:16:06 GMT -5
Yes please! IDJ tried their best to copy it, but the original was ALWAYS epic! You guys, it looks the same to me? If you really compare the two side by side, they are slightly different. The Columbia one was more straight edged, whereas the IDJ one has softer lines (if that makes ANY sense!).
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Post by #LisaRinna on Mar 13, 2015 9:29:55 GMT -5
What the hell was she wearing? That must've been pieces from her HSN collection. A mess.
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