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About Deedre aka MiTodoChop @HBF from Canada:
Proud lamb since "Vision Of Love" 1990
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Nikki (37,681)
by Deedre aka MiTodoChop @HBF from Canada
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Good points. I remember saying the same thing when "Almost Home came" out relating to Disney and PR. I also remember an interview about Triumphant where Mariah said the track was released much earlier than planned because it was leaked. I'm not sure where the media got the idea to start touting it as a "lead single" because to me, it was never treated that way by the label or by Mariah.
(Saturday 4 May 2013; 4:00)
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Can we call a truce? (37,661)
by Deedre aka MiTodoChop @HBF from Canada
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This is depressing. I understand the POV of those saying lets hear the song. I understand the POV of those who maybe aren't as jazzed about a duet right now. I can't speak for anyone, but I think it boils down to a combination of personal preference and just flat out wanting the best possible successes for Mariah. Perhaps people who would prefer a solo song just want her next song to be more widely accepted than her last few collabs? Maybe some people just miss hearing Mariah solo period, and that's what they're in the mood for? Again, not speaking for anyone, but I didn't hear anyone saying they hated Beautiful or would't support it. What I saw was mixed reaction. I did not see anyone hating on Mariah for choosing a feature/duet as the next single. I was 12 years old when Vision Of Love came out. MC is my favorite singer of all time. I will be a fan as long as I'm alive, and beyond lol, but I would certainly feel awful having my level devotion called into question, because I expressed an initial opinion. Opinions can change lol. And I don't hear anyone saying they won't give the song a change. I'm looking forward to hearing Beautiful, I have a good feeling about this one, but I don't expect everyone is going to agree with me. I did not like the idea of collab with JB because 1) He is not my bag. 2) I am very attached to the 1994 version of AIWFCIY 3) I didn't feel the collab would bring anything special to the song. Then, when it came out, the video wasn't my cup of tea. Does that make me a fake fan? I hope not. I certainly wasn't bailing on Mariah. I would never do that.
(Wednesday 1 May 2013; 1:35)
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Everyone is entitled to an opinion (37,629)
by Deedre aka MiTodoChop @HBF from Canada
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It makes me a bit sad to see people feeling they have to defend themselves on here. I think its OK if some aren't jazzed about a feature/duet while others are. I personally would like to see what I think when I hear the song, but I can understand why some people might prefer to see a solo Mariah track given the last few collabs. It's not hurting anyone to have an opinion, and it doesn't make someone less of a fan if they don't like the idea of something MC is doing. I flat out did not like her collab with Justin B for AIWFCIY. I didn't see any need for it, and I don't like the video. I enjoyed the remixes for Triumphant way more than the original version. But I still support her. I'm still a lamb for life. You don't have to like everything to be supportive. Lol. Blessings.
(Friday 26 April 2013; 23:13)
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I'm ecited (37,622)
by Deedre aka MiTodoChop @HBF from Canada
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I feel good energy around this track with Miquel. I don't think this is going to be another Justin B or Meek Mill thing. It feels like a different type of thing to me.I totally understand where opinions in the other direction are coming from. I get it. I just think, let the song come out and be heard first.
(Friday 26 April 2013; 2:46)
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Diva's night AI (37,588)
by Deedre aka MiTodoChop @HBF from Canada
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Wow, people can say what they want about Mariah being too nice as a judge, I felt so proud watching her last night. She was the epitome of grace and humility, particularly in reference to Amber and Candice taking on songs she has done. I got emotional. 1) Because I could tell Mariah was choked up remembering Whitney. 2) Because as the cameras moved around, you could literally see Mariah lovingly following every phrase, every note encouraging the girls in their own versions of the songs. I was also so moved by what Candice said: She promised herself she'd never do a Mariah song in front of Mariah, but now that she's gotten to "know" MC for who she is, she felt comfortable and confident enough to do it. This is who Mariah is. It is who she has always been when you strip away the distractions of celebrity. It's important she stay true to that regardless of what the producers, the media, and the press are saying.
(Thursday 18 April 2013; 17:02)
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May? (37,560)
by Deedre aka MiTodoChop @HBF from Canada
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Mariah recently tweeted that the album was close to being ready. Last I remember reading, the album was projected for May. Has anyone seen anything contrary to this? Just wondering. Will be nice to have some new music for spring/summer. Also, I didn't realize Kelly Clarkson had covered Mariah at her live shows so much. I think she does a nice job with all of them, but particularly "Love takes time" and "Can't Let Go". Check them out on YouTube. I also checked out Kari Jobe, who is the artist Angie Miller covered last week. Her album is really lovely. Anyway, happy Sunday.
(Sunday 14 April 2013; 22:36)
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Re: Well (37,548)
by Deedre aka MiTodoChop @HBF from Canada
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Frankly, I find myself miffed at AI in general. They can deny they weren't banking on the drama with Nicki and Mariah, yet videos and such of footage get released from set and the first several shows are edited to showcase it. Now, Mariah is too nice, so basically a successful judge is someone who says whatever they want not caring how it comes across for the others. Maybe that's why I don't connect as much with Randy and Nicki. To me, Randy doesn't say anything new or different and certainly not anything someone can take away and work on ect. Maybe this show isn't for me if that's the case. I admit I started watching to see MC on it, so maybe that's just my bias coming up - point taken. I just don't think it's entirely fair to say someone isn't providing value because they're "nice".
(Friday 12 April 2013; 23:48)
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Well (37,547)
by Deedre aka MiTodoChop @HBF from Canada
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I'd rather Mariah get labelled "too nice" than be called a lot of other things that I won't mention. I'd be nervous and fumbling over my words too if I just got told "the powers that be" that basically I wasn't measuring up to expectations. I've appreciated a lot of the feedback Mariah has given especially that she hasn't said stuff like "that was the worst performance ever". Because, truthfully, I don't see any value in that, nor do I see a jumping off point for a contestant to improve upon. I've heard Mariah mention the vocal range of Lazaro, Paul, Janelle, Kree, Burnelle, Angie, Amber and Candice and where she feels their strengths are within that range. I've heard her make specific song choice suggestions based on the talents of certain people, "I'll be there" Angie because of piano. "The closer I get to you", "Oh baby baby". I've heard her make specific suggestions about key change and choosing a half a step higher or lower to improve performance. I've heard her advise the contestants not to allow critics to hold them back from letting their authentic self come through each song as this is what sets each of them apart. I've heard her pick up on when someone is off pitch or off key. I've heard her mention how important it is for them to hear themselves or it can throw off a performance as does forgetting the lyrics ect ect. I could go on.
(Friday 12 April 2013; 23:44)
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Judging (37,538)
by Deedre aka MiTodoChop @HBF from Canada
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I knew going in to this that Mariah's judging style would be viewed as too soft by some. That's cool. I respect the opinion of others. Personally, for me, both Keith and Mariah have had the most constructive things to say, Keith is insightful and very down to earth. Mariah is very sensitive and aware of the position these kids are in. To me she's mentoring. She's the only one on the panel mentioning anything technical about the voice, key change, arrangements, vocals, registers, pronunciation ect ect 98% of the time. Whereas Randy has overused the phrase "pitchy" to the point that it's lost the ability to add value to the critic IMHO. To me Mariah knows the importance of believing in yourself and that's the place she comes from knowing that tons of industry types are going to come in and try to cut these kids down. And because her mom was always that voice of "Never give up, you can do it" she knows how important that is. Again JMO, MC is just being herself with these kids, and to me she has to be true to that.
(Thursday 11 April 2013; 8:07)
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Just my humble opinion (37,520)
by Deedre aka MiTodoChop @HBF from Canada
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I hardly think an album should take priority over children. I know some fans are worried about her career, but right now I think that worry has been blown way out of proportion. I don't think everything is a doom and gloom as has been being painted around here lately. Her album releases have slowed, but honestly as a fanbase we've been spoiled by Mariah's work ethic over the last 20+ years. If she and her husband are planning additions to their family, then that's their business, and my feeling is if that's what they want to do, they probably have reasons for doing it while the twins are still young. That's understandable. I'd caution from counting MC out of the music industry. Honestly, people do know that the triumphs Mariah has accomplished musically are never going to happen again, right? Even if an artist ties her for 18 #1's, nothing comes close to the stats Mariah has achieved. That's the truth. I mean, she wasn't even on Idol very long and her Greatest Hits album re-entered the Billboard charts lol. The general public may not be diehard lambs, but Mariah hasn't gone anywhere. She's still a force. It's ok by be if she isn't as married to her career right now and wants to focus on her family. Crank up Mariah's tunes, relax a little.
(Sunday 7 April 2013; 21:10)
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Mariah really moved me last night (37,504)
by Deedre aka MiTodoChop @HBF from Canada
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The way she was standing in ovation when Miss Aretha Franklin had a message for contestant Kree and being overcome with emotion for Devin. I know MC gets picked on for being a diva, but underneath that part of her celebrity for me lies the sensitivity of someone who relates to people on a deep level, has a genuine heart, and the desire to make a difference in the lives of people. I don't think Mariah refused to acknowledge her birthday, because of being uncomfortable about it. I think she is just simply refusing to make anything on the show about her. She knows this is a special time for the contestants, and doesn't want to take away from that. Hence why she downplayed her version of "Don't play that song for me". I love Mariah's version, nobody else can cover it like she did IMHO. And it's also the reason she carefully clarified her reason for suggesting "I'll be there" for Angie Miller, because she knows certain people would assume that was an ego based recommendation, but it wasn't. I actually feel for NM. There are certain shots she doesn't know the camera is on her, and she looks so unhappy. Hopefully with time she'll be able to let go of some of that anger inside.
(Friday 29 March 2013; 17:10)
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Licia/Stacey (37,478)
by Deedre aka MiTodoChop @HBF from Canada
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I agree with you both re Mariah's clothes. Make no mistake, there isn't another "celebrity" I follow as closely as MC. I love the lady. I vividly remember hearing VOL on the radio at 12 years old, and rushing out to by the cassette tape. Lol. No question in my mind, I'll always be a "lamb". I love her humour, her sensitivity, particularly for other people, I respect her hard work, and the fact she has no problem making fun of her "divaness" it makes me laugh. Her music is the soundrack to my life in many ways. I don't always agree with her choice to expose "the girls" in certain outfits. Less to do with her, and more to do with me and my values, beliefs abd comfort level with clothes, I'm not comfortable wearing revealing clothing. Mariah can be much more bold than I am in that regard. I'm not against dressing "sexy" at all. I just feel for me, there are varying degrees of what that is. And I've never found dresses that accentuate any woman's "girls" popping out for the world to see, to be very attractive, you can accentuate in a dress without spillage. Know what I mean? Lol. For me displaying too much boarders my beliefs on self-respect. And I guess for me, Mariah's already beautiful, which has very little to do with her chest. Lol.
(Monday 25 March 2013; 1:58)
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I'm still enjoying Mariah (37,458)
by Deedre aka MiTodoChop @HBF from Canada
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The media can rip at her for being a diva. Pick at her music videos, say she'll no longer be a hit blah blah blah. I'll always be a fan who considers her my favorite female singer. And I am enjoying Idol right now because of her and Keith Urban. Whether she gets another #1 doesn't really matter. Sure, it would be nice, but I don't think things are as bad as some are taking then right now. JMO.
(Wednesday 20 March 2013; 16:17)
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Management etc (37,410)
by Deedre aka MiTodoChop @HBF from Canada
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There's no denying there's room for improvement with MC's professional team. I've felt IDJ lost interest as her label a long time ago. If it were up to me, she'd be on another label right now, backed by a team that promotes like crazy. But it isn't up to me. It's up to Mariah. When she wants change, we'll see it, but currently her focus really seems to be on her family. I mean yes, she's recording an album which is good, and she still has work ethic, I'm just saying she doesn't seem to be the working machine that she was from 1990-2001. I can understand why, honestly I can't recall ever seeing her as relaxed. I'm kind of in wait and see re the new album we'll see what kind of decisions they make for it closer to the release date. As much as I'd like to see change as a fan who wants to see her backed and promoted well, I have zero control over what happens, so no point in stressing over it. Lol I'm not nearly as attached to her having #1 singles and albums as I was back in 1995. Yes, I want her work to succeed, but she'll always be my favorite singer of all time whether or not the new album takes off. It would be nice if AH got better promo, but it doesn't change my enjoyment of the song. IMHO nobody out there sells the way it used to be possible to. I'm just hoping the quality on the new album is really good, and so far things sound as if the quality of the music is being emphasized.
(Saturday 16 March 2013; 2:43)
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Interesting (37,385)
by Deedre aka MiTodoChop @HBF from Canada
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I'm not trying to start a massive debate or fuel any fires or anything, I just think it is interesting to see the comments on judging styles. Lately it seems the consensus seems to be the because Mariah keeps her commentary positive for the most part, she's not doing her job, or measuring up as a judge. I can only speak for myself, but I think she's had a nice blend of coming from a technical standpoint as a vocal mentor, while always making an effort to find something constructive to say in relation to performance, stage presence and song choice ect. I knew going into this that Mariah would view her role as a that of a mentor, because that is her personality with this type of situation. As this group of rookie singers move forward in this business, they will get plenty of exposure to those who will dissect every move with a fine tooth comb. As much as there is a place for that and all the potential growth that it offers people on their journey in the business, I think there's also room for the voice of mentors who emphasis the positive too. I don't think it minimizes or damages the credibility of what Mariah has to say. She's able to give feedback, she just doesn't phrase it as bluntly as "That sucked." Still, it's pretty clear when something needs fine tuning from her respnses. Just my 0.2 for what its worth.
(Tuesday 12 March 2013; 20:08)
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More (37,374)
by Deedre aka MiTodoChop @HBF from Canada
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Things look to be improving in terms of the quality of the music and the end product, and frankly I care about that more than her next number 1. There's a lot of number 1 songs out there now, that are not what I consider to be good music. Lol. Rhianna may be the big thing right now, but her style does't do it for me. It says a lot about where the music industry sits currently. Or maybe I am just picky as I age. Lol. I think being a mentor on Idol and being a mom is naturally influencing the kind of music on the new album, and I am excited about that. I can feel how much she respects the contestants as they work, and I am sure that will affect her music. As for the cleavage, there's been a few dresses on AI I haven't enjoyed - that teal one during the auditions was awful. The one when she was stuck in traffic. The girls were more overtly exposed then they have been lately. I think she's been looking pretty. Though admittedly I don't focus on her chest much lol.
(Monday 11 March 2013; 16:01)
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Lambs/Almost Home/AI etc (37,373)
by Deedre aka MiTodoChop @HBF from Canada
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Sometimes as fans I think we (and I'm using the general royal we here lol) can get a little caught up in Mariah's commercial success. AH may not reach #1, but that doesn't make it a flop. I love the lyrics and the concept behind it, and I do feel it is strange the song isn't featured on the soundtrack. But, I imagine that would be a Disney decision. Not sure why they wouldn't want to capitalize on the song, it is strange, but it's not the same as when you promote a full album IMHO. I think the video is classy. A vast improvement over the thrown together efforts of IWTKWLI and AC etc.
(Monday 11 March 2013; 16:00)
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Almost Home (37,237)
by Deedre aka MiTodoChop @HBF from Canada
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Wow. Way to go MC. Is it just me or is this track really different for Mariah? I mean, yes it is her voice obviously, but the style for this track just feels really new for her. I love the use of her lower register here, and I agree that the song feels like it is meant for movie credits. I'm looking forward to buying tomorrow. It kind of reminds me of Halo a little bit. Not that the two songs sound the same though. Not to me anyway . Just the sentiment and the feeling behind it. Cheers, Mariah.
(Tuesday 19 February 2013; 1:45)
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Stacey / Almost Home (37,227)
by Deedre aka MiTodoChop @HBF from Canada
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I thought the same thing when I heard the snippet. I can't wait to hear the full track myself. I have this gut feeling the new album is going to feature more of her full voice and have more gospel influenced tracks than the last few albums. I can't wait for Tuesday.
(Monday 18 February 2013; 0:01)
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I have to disagree (37,195)
by Deedre aka MiTodoChop @HBF from Canada
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I don't think it s that Nicki is more eloquent. I think it is that Nicki has decided she wants to prove her value as a judge on AI, so she chooses to speak first many times and speak often. Mariah on the other hand I can feel her holding back. If you watch AI, the camera's purposefully cut to Mariah and then cut to Nicki to show Nicki's reaction while Mariah is talking. I am not attacking Nicki. I'm just feeling strongly from Mariah that she doesn't want to argue yet when MC says anything there's a reaction from Ncki or Nicki will just start talking. Like last night for example, Mariah was still talking and Nicki started talking over her. Yet I think MC is guarded and doesn't want to rock the boat or come off like a B. IMO she's holding back quite a bit of what she might say. It's unfortunate. And again, AI is extremely edited right now and they edit too Nicki a lot from what I am seeing.
(Friday 15 February 2013; 20:39)
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Lol Eric (37,152)
by Deedre aka MiTodoChop @HBF from Canada
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I just read my last post. I wrote Nick instead of Nicki. It was a typo I swear. Forgive me? Lmao.
(Saturday 26 January 2013; 20:01)
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Stacey/the fued (37,150)
by Deedre aka MiTodoChop @HBF from Canada
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I agree on the diva thing, but I am not too worried. She left it at the door last time she mentored. Most of the time when she gets dramatic, I really just think she's being silly and it's her way of goofing off and making a situation lighter and less about making something about her. There's the odd time she takes it a bit far lol, but I really feel she wants this to be about the singers not her. The "fued" could have been handled better on all sides. 1) The press blew it way out of proportion and did what they normally do when two famous women are involved, made it about the women. Randy was very much in there too, but no one is chewing him out. It's the Nick and Mariah feud lol. 2) Mariah is not perfect and yes she was defensive, after several days of obvious digs from Nick, I think she just got to the point where she'd had enough. I've had moments in my life where I wish I'd handled something better. We're all human and sometimes when someone is taking obvious shots at you, you can only hold in your feelings for so long. It's probably a good thing the little incident happened early. I hope that everyone can start to let it go.
(Saturday 26 January 2013; 19:08)
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More on Idol (37,139)
by Deedre aka MiTodoChop @HBF from Canada
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I think Mariah has said constructive things during an audition. It's clear how much she cares about being a mentor. I'm looking forward to the performance portion, because IMO that's where critique comes into play really. Mariah isn't ever going to be a "harsh" critic, because she's highly sensitive to that herself, so she doesn't have it in her, but I don't think she'll have any problems getting her point across when the time comes. I thought she was really good in 2008 as a mentor. Everything she said was constructive and customed to each unique performer, not about her or her style as an artist. I'm very much looking forward to the performances.
(Friday 25 January 2013; 21:13)
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Auditions vs critique (37,136)
by Deedre aka MiTodoChop @HBF from Canada
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I just wanted to chime in and say I can understand why some are finding the judging for the auditions to be dull. IMHO an audition really isn't the place for a critique. The singer has 20 maybe 30 seconds to show their ability, and it's about whether or not the judges feel they've got what it takes to have a shot at the competition as a whole. It is also about walking that fine line between saying something constrictive versus potentially crushing someone's dream. What is said in an audition setting can really influence how a person chooses to move forward. I think everyone on the panel is mindful of that, No one on the panel has said anything extremely and utterly profound yet in terms of a critique on the merit of performance, and to be fair I don't think the auditions are the place for it. Also, we only get to see a handful out of thousands based on the editing for AI. For what it's worth. I think the "judging" has been appropriate for the confines of auditions.
(Friday 25 January 2013; 21:02)
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I'm looking forward to new single (37,113)
by Deedre aka MiTodoChop @HBF from Canada
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I just read the article. If true, and "Hope Street" is the choice, I have a good feeling. I was pleased to read the quote about being tired of trying to please the teenage audience, because I've felt for a while trying to do that is counterproductive to the music.
(Monday 21 January 2013; 15:20)
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