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Post by Hefty Hanna on Apr 13, 2015 9:26:37 GMT -5
I think not putting the album version is silly. That's the version that went #1 and that's the version that people want. Mariah is too prideful sometimes and I think that in a lot of ways this is why she can't seem to strike gold again. I do hope 'Infinity' could be that song but seeing that it's a BMC product, meh.
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Post by Me. I Am l!nk!nfan815... on Apr 13, 2015 9:36:52 GMT -5
I don't mind the Unplugged version.
Unlike the studio version which has the whistle note in the end fade out into the background(which I never understood), the Unplugged live version showcases that part so beautifully by Mariah. Its masterful!
Besides, the first #1's compilation has the original studio version already, I don't see it as a shady move because they're putting this version instead. Its not like she is not including the song at all.
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Post by #LisaRinna on Apr 13, 2015 9:37:13 GMT -5
I am so ready!
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Post by Deleted on Apr 13, 2015 9:38:03 GMT -5
Im a bit disappointed with that tracklist. I already have all those alternate versions and I was really hoping for alternate demo versions of some of her hits.
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Post by Jay D83 on Apr 13, 2015 9:42:39 GMT -5
Only one new song? No rarities? No bonus disc? Not enough skin in the game for me. I'll just buy the new track and call it a day.
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Post by JamaicaFunk² on Apr 13, 2015 9:46:32 GMT -5
I wonder if Nick ever mentioned that he preferred the Unplugged performance of Someday and that's why it's this version on the album. I definitely wouldn't put it past her.
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Post by Tea-why on Apr 13, 2015 9:52:27 GMT -5
Im a bit disappointed with that tracklist. I already have all those alternate versions and I was really hoping for alternate demo versions of some of her hits. I'm dying to hear some of the songs on her demo tape! I am still hoping for some 25th anniversary version of her debut album with demos etc. But I doubt that will ever happen.
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Post by kmbgs on Apr 13, 2015 9:53:42 GMT -5
I can't @ the Someday shade. Very pleased that there's only one new track though. Really hope it's absolute fire, and if we can get a miracle #1 out of it, I would be floored.
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Post by Caution on Apr 13, 2015 9:53:43 GMT -5
MARIAH CAREY SIGNED TO EPIC RECORDS BY ANTONIO “L.A."REID MARIAH CAREY #1 TO INFINITY ARRIVES MAY 18th ON EPIC RECORDS/COLUMBIA RECORDS/SONY LEGACY, FIRST-EVER COLLECTION OF HER 18 HOT 100 #1 HITS, MORE THAN ANY SOLO ARTIST IN HISTORY “INFINITY” BRAND NEW SINGLE TO BE RELEASED ON APRIL 27th, AND INCLUDED AS 19th TRACK ON NEW ALBUM COLLECTION ACCLAIMED DIRECTOR AND LONGTIME COLLABORATOR BRETT RATNER TO DIRECT VIDEO FOR “INFINITY” HEADLINING RESIDENCY AT THE COLOSSEUM AT CAESARS PALACE IN LAS VEGAS KICKS OFF MAY 6th – TICKETS ON SALE NOW! (April 13, 2015 – New York, NY) - Multi-platinum global superstar Mariah Carey has been signed to an exclusive contract with Epic Records, a division of Sony Music Entertainment, it was announced today by Antonio ‘L.A.’ Reid, Chairman and CEO, Epic Records. Mariah now returns to Sony Music where her hitmaking career began, with a history-making string of 18 Hot 100 #1 hits that made her the best-selling female artist of all time. “I couldn’t be more thrilled to be back together again with Mariah,” said Mr. Reid. “There is really no one who comes close to Mariah as both a songwriter and a singer, and as the world knows, her vocal range is legendary and truly incomparable. Her music is indelibly etched into our culture, and she’s shattered so many chart records that she’s now firmly entrenched in the history books. With a fierce and loyal fan base that covers every corner of the globe, I have no doubt Mariah will do it again." Mariah’s first album release will be Mariah Carey #1 To Infinity, arriving in stores May 18th on Epic Records / Columbia Records/Sony Legacy. For the first time ever, one career-spanning chronological collection will gather all 18 of her Billboard Hot 100 #1 singles (17 self-penned), more than any solo artist in history. Included as the final track on the collection is Mariah’s breathtaking new single, “Infinity” (co-written and produced by Mariah). Fans who pre-order the album now and will receive a special gift (http://smarturl.it/MC_1ToInfinity) Monday, April 27th marks the global premiere of both new single “Infinity” and the stunning Brett Ratner-lensed accompanying video. That same day, Mariah has a spectacular kick-off event planned in Las Vegas to celebrate her upcoming Caesars Palace Vegas Residency. Stay tuned for more details ! The #1 chart hits on Mariah Carey #1 To Infinity, range from “Vision of Love” and “Love Takes Time” in 1990, through “Thank God I Found You” (featuring Joe & 98 Degrees) in 2000, to “We Belong Together” (#1 for 14 weeks, the second longest running #1 in U.S. chart history, named the Most Popular Song of the 2000s Decade by Billboard, second only to Mariah’s own “One Sweet Day” featuring Boyz II Men, 16 weeks at #1 in 1995, named the Most Popular Song of the 1990s), to “Don’t Forget About Us,” and “Touch My Body,” to name just a few. LEGEND
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Post by jenglisbe on Apr 13, 2015 9:54:58 GMT -5
I don't know why some of you had hope for all of these extra things. For the most part the main versions were going to be included because that's what hit #1. For another, they didn't have room to put more songs on the 1 disc. Remember that hits sets are for casual fans, not hard core fans who already own everything. This is also a way to promote the Vegas stint.
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Post by JamaicaFunk² on Apr 13, 2015 9:55:48 GMT -5
I wonder if the single on the 27th will be a "pre-order the album and get the single now" sort of deal. I guess we will see then if the focus is album sales or single push.
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Post by vipanonymous on Apr 13, 2015 10:05:39 GMT -5
Only one song :'(
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Post by Caviar on Apr 13, 2015 10:09:56 GMT -5
I don't know why some of you had hope for all of these extra things. For the most part the main versions were going to be included because that's what hit #1. For another, they didn't have room to put more songs on the 1 disc. Remember that hits sets are for casual fans, not hard core fans who already own everything. This is also a way to promote the Vegas stint. This. There wasn't any indication they'd do anything else other than what version it #1. Now the only compilation I could see myself buying is if she/Sony put out an Essentials with a mixture of deep album cuts, singles, and b-sides; similar to what Babyface did. Sony did release the ballads collection but I prefer something more robust then that.
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Post by Daniel Collins on Apr 13, 2015 10:25:11 GMT -5
RE: "Someday"
What version of "Someday" reached #1? Is it the album version or the version in the video?
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Post by Deleted on Apr 13, 2015 10:28:12 GMT -5
RE: "Someday" What version of "Someday" reached #1? Is it the album version or the version in the video? The video version you're referring to is probably the New Jack 7". The album version was the main hit version.
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Post by Elusive Chanteuse on Apr 13, 2015 10:29:05 GMT -5
I can't believe there's only one new track but I'm guessing this will mean we will have a brand new album out in early 2016.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 13, 2015 10:51:27 GMT -5
To be the ONLY new song added to this list of absolutely classic smash hits, Infinity has got to be truly great. Cannot wait to hear it!!!
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Post by Linnethia Monique on Apr 13, 2015 10:52:21 GMT -5
For those wondering why there is only 1 new track, a single CD can only hold 80 minutes worth of material. If they use the album versions of the songs provided, with very few of them having actual shortened radio edits, the #1s alone would take up around 75 minutes of space.
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Post by Relaxing Cup on Apr 13, 2015 10:52:52 GMT -5
I actually dont mind that they put the unplugged version of Someday. I love that version! Fantasy though...
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Post by Deleted on Apr 13, 2015 10:54:22 GMT -5
RE: "Someday" What version of "Someday" reached #1? Is it the album version or the version in the video? The video version you're referring to is probably the New Jack 7". The album version was the main hit version. Wasn't the straight 7' the one that got the bulk of her pop airplay and therefore the main hit version?
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Post by jenglisbe on Apr 13, 2015 10:55:23 GMT -5
RE: "Someday" What version of "Someday" reached #1? Is it the album version or the version in the video? The video version you're referring to is probably the New Jack 7". The album version was the main hit version. Wasn't the radio version different from both the album version and the video version? In other words, I'm not sure there was a definitive version that hit #1.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 13, 2015 11:00:48 GMT -5
The video version you're referring to is probably the New Jack 7". The album version was the main hit version. Wasn't the radio version different from both the album version and the video version? In other words, I'm not sure there was a definitive version that hit #1. Yeah a lot of stations played the 7" Straight too.
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Post by KeepDeanWeird on Apr 13, 2015 11:23:08 GMT -5
I actually dont mind that they put the unplugged version of Someday. I love that version! Fantasy though... Except Someday (UnP) sounds like a Karaoke version, really thought we might get 7" New Jack/Video Version finally.. Ugh, Fantasy. Remix would've been better saved for TGIFY...
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Post by Leigh on Apr 13, 2015 11:25:20 GMT -5
I actually dont mind that they put the unplugged version of Someday. I love that version! Fantasy though... Except Someday (UnP) sounds like a Karaoke version, really thought we might get 7" New Jack/Video Version finally.. Ugh, Fantasy. Remix would've been better saved for TGIFY... I was really expecting to see the TGIFY/MIL remix in the tracklisting
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Post by KeepDeanWeird on Apr 13, 2015 11:30:00 GMT -5
I don't know why some of you had hope for all of these extra things. For the most part the main versions were going to be included because that's what hit #1. For another, they didn't have room to put more songs on the 1 disc. Remember that hits sets are for casual fans, not hard core fans who already own everything. This is also a way to promote the Vegas stint. This. There wasn't any indication they'd do anything else other than what version it #1. Now the only compilation I could see myself buying is if she/Sony put out an Essentials with a mixture of deep album cuts, singles, and b-sides; similar to what Babyface did. Sony did release the ballads collection but I prefer something more robust then that. Sony released Essential in 2012, which is a variation of GH, but omits Someday and includes songs like Vanishing, Bliss, The Roof (Mobb Def), Emotions (12" version), 11-min AYNAF, and CME, while dropping a few others like Forever, Sweetheart and AIWFCIY.
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Post by The Upper Hand on Apr 13, 2015 11:40:12 GMT -5
So are they all the original studio versions (except for "Someday" and "Fantasy")?
I presume "I'll Be There" is (obviously) the live version from the MTV Unplugged.
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Post by Mean A$$ on Apr 13, 2015 11:55:18 GMT -5
Infinity is listed as track # 19. Wouldn't it be great if it were indeed her 19th # 1?? Its a longshot, I know. But that would be aamazzing.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 13, 2015 12:05:45 GMT -5
No deluxe version is planned. :( I wonder if we're getting MC25 after all, and that's what all this demo talk has been for.
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Post by HolidayGuy on Apr 13, 2015 12:09:05 GMT -5
Odd to use that version of "Someday" (which is good), but keep album versions for all others (except "Fantasy").
As it's part of the album title, no chart pressures for "Infinity." It's not like the original #1s, which had four new tracks, none of which topped the chart, which was kinda-sorta ironic given the album title.
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Post by get2nomey on Apr 13, 2015 12:27:28 GMT -5
I'm excited about this new album and single. I hope that Mariah has a hit with Infinity. There's definitely no pressure for it to be a no. 1 hit but would just like her to have a song that gains some traction with music fans. I want new Mariah now! Lol. I wish that we didn't have to wait until the 27th, but that's okay. I'll wait. What do you guys think of Mariah's future on the charts? Do you think she'll continue to have at least modest hits or is she done?
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