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About TJ from Norway: I've been a fan since she released Vision of Love in 1990. Insta: tony2909

Article: Mariah Carey's rare demo tape hits auction (112,404) by TJ from Norway I was a hard core collector from 1993 to 2007, and was able to get most of the cd singles from 1990 to 1992 later on. I remember looking at cd singles in 1990, and I didn't understand why I should buy them. Stupid me. Learning by doing. Spotify is not as good as a cd when it comes to the sound. It's always a pleasure to hear a song on radio, because then you realise how bad the sound on Spotify is. (Saturday 15 November 2025; 20:18) this is a reply to message 112,387

Article: Mariah Carey's rare demo tape hits auction (112,387) by MusicfanJ from Germany Yes, the good old poster days. My room was full of it. Lol. Kids today almost miss everything that was so much fun back then. I have every album (incl. best of, remix cd, greatest hits, the Rarities, anniversary edition of Music Box, Christmas editions) from Mariah on CD, every single since 98, some from "Music Box" era, the debut on vinyl and "Daydream" on cassette. Plus the released DVD's and VHS in Europe. And a lot of "rare" songs and mixes on self-burned CD's. As Bill said, digital will never beat psychical. Never. (Friday 14 November 2025; 13:20)

Article: Mariah Carey's rare demo tape hits auction (112,403) by TJ from Norway I remember that you sold your collection. I was impressed. I still buy some stuff, but it's collection dust, as I said earlier. It's my guilty pleasure. I can't wait until December 1st, when I finally can listen to some Christmas music. Mariah for the joy and fun, Connie Francis for the nostalgia. Her version of "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas " and "White Christmas " are my favourite Christmas songs. Everyone on this board should have a listening session to both songs. (Saturday 15 November 2025; 20:13) this is a reply to message 112,389

Article: Mariah Carey's rare demo tape hits auction (112,389) by Stacey from USA I had a huge collection back in the day. I collected mostly CD promos and rare commercial releases. I was after all kinds of different versions of songs. My collecting days brought me to this website. I trusted Eric's discography as accurate for legit releases vs fakes. I even have a few items listed on his discography. I sold off my collection around 2008 as I was pregnant with my first baby. My priorities had changed. The music landscape was changing away from cool promo CDs to something more digital. It was fun for a time. I met some amazing fellow collectors. But ultimately it was time to move on. (Friday 14 November 2025; 18:08)

Article: Mariah Carey's rare demo tape hits auction (112,386) by TJ from Norway I remember the 90s when posters was a big thing. Kids miss out on that these days. (Friday 14 November 2025; 06:26) this is a reply to message 112,382

Article: Mariah Carey's rare demo tape hits auction (112,382) by Zachariah from Croatia Every single album except HFIA as a cassette and as a cd in three copies - one was for my old car (new cars don't have a cd player anymore so I didn't bought the third copy), one for my holiday house on the Croatian coast and one at home playing on a cd player that I had to buy as well since the old one stopped working. Posters signed by her are numerous. (Thursday 13 November 2025; 18:40)

Article: Mariah Carey's rare demo tape hits auction (112,381) by TJ from Norway I just wonder if she will ever release that demo? That is something I really would love to add to my collection. It's on the shelf collecting dust, but it's mine. I could never get rid of that collection, but I don't play cds that much because the cd player is not in the living room, and I really need a new sound system at home. How about you guys? Do you still have a physical collection? Maybe you never had a collection at all? (Thursday 13 November 2025; 16:06) this is a reply to message 112,380

Article: Mariah Carey's rare demo tape hits auction (112,380) by MusicfanJ from Germany Absolutely. Plus her look, it's almost too much, that someone can look like Mariah and has the voice, talent and her early charisma/aura. A combination which is very rare, unique. When I saw the pic of the demo tape, I though it's like the "holy grail" of pop music. It's music history. (Thursday 13 November 2025; 15:08)

HFIA review (112,320) by TJ from Norway "It's new, but, at the same time, it's got classic Mariah and a little bit of everything (to my delight)." That's the problem with this album. She's trying an old formula that doesn't work anymore, and she's done it so many times before. From my point of view she's not evolving as an artist. Caution was different, but not enough. (Sunday 9 November 2025; 08:53) this is a reply to message 112,318

HFIA review (112,318) by Xavier mariohmix from Spain My quick review (better late than never): overall I like it very much. It's new, but, at the same time, it's got classic Mariah and a little bit of everything (to my delight). Just like she told us, it's an eclectic album. The one thing that I miss really much: the vocal acrobatics. They started to fade away on the Caution album, and now that's a fact. However, the artistry is intact and evolving, her real virtue. Right after the release, I didn't want to listen to the album more that once a day. But lately, the number has increased. It's a real pity this kind of music doesn't have a global impact like it used to. Anyway, we're here for it all. Hugs. (Saturday 8 November 2025; 23:07)

Don't take it political (112,286) by TJ from Norway Enjoy the music, but criticize some of her choices. I say the same about MJ. I love his music, but I don't stand by some of the things he has done. We must separate the art from the person. (Thursday 6 November 2025; 20:56) this is a reply to message 112,277

Don't take it political (112,277) by Lara from Middle East It's not a trend, it's not someone dictating which flag to display on social media. Geronimo makes lot of correct points and I agree with a lot of them, specially coming from the region that is directly hurt from this genocidal entity. But also no need to take it that deep. Enjoy the music and pray for an awakening. Meanwhile I'll enjoy the drone over my head. (Thursday 6 November 2025; 15:53)

Deluxe edition and other thoughts (112,269) by TJ from Norway If so, it has to be on Spotify or something like that. (Thursday 6 November 2025; 05:13) this is a reply to message 112,266

Deluxe edition and other thoughts (112,266) by Edward from USA Is "The Deluxe" edition still happening? (Thursday 6 November 2025; 01:18)

Christmas (112,248) by TJ from Norway One of the biggest problem in 2025, beside social media, self diagnosis and allergies, is that people don't read the news. Everyone is just a Google search away from all kind of information, but doesn't know how to sort out what's real or not. I didn't know about the Sephora boycott because we don't have that chain here, I even missed out on the add thing. We've said it before, and I say it again. I think Mariah have made some strange decisions over the years, singing for dictator and so on. I don't think it will prevent her from reaching the number one spot, but we never know. (Tuesday 4 November 2025; 06:40) this is a reply to message 112,229

Christmas (112,229) by Dove from United States Times are bleak, but the holidays make life feel a little better. Personally, it seems like my whole life, someone has always been trying to ruin Christmas. I won't allow it. I'm sure they've had this partnership with Sephora for a while - probably since last year. Also, not everyone keeps up with current events. I didn't even start watching the news until recently. It's bleak, and all the outlets are owned by the same people, so it's hard to know who to trust. Of course I vote, but I just read the booklet they send in the mail to decide who to vote for. I don't really trust mainstream media. A lot of people are like this. We focus more on doing our best at work and with our families than on draining our life force watching propaganda news channels. Sephora paid for a nice little commercial for us. It was cute. People who shop there are still going to shop there. Whatever anyone does, there's always going to be something negative that can be said about it. Just let the woman live. She's been through enough. She's trying to give us a festive moment, and the bleakness happening right now is not her fault. Her job is to give us a little escape from the bleakness - and she does that. The "Christmas is canceled" line, I took as a joke from her book, when her husband said Thanksgiving was canceled. It was a cute little skit, and people are making it out to be something it's not because they want someone to blame. But she's not the one. (Tuesday 4 November 2025; 01:28)

3 albums (112,247) by TJ from Norway And her voice back then. So much darker, and clear. (Tuesday 4 November 2025; 06:30) this is a reply to message 112,225

3 albums (112,225) by Bill from the UK There's a magic to the debut that was never recaptured (if I could recapture). Everyone always bleats on about working with Walter again, but I've always wanted her to collaborate with Ben Margulies again instead. Every Walter song had a similar style and structure. Same for the JD productions, and the C&C collabs. Every Carey/Margulies composition was unique and different to the one before it. The songs had a charm and innocence to them, genuine melodies and interesting arrangements. She's never had that with anyone since and it is, along with the exceptional voice, what makes the debut such a standout and my favourite. (Monday 3 November 2025; 17:53)

Article: Mariah Carey's new ad isn't spreading Christmas cheer (112,246) by TJ from Norway So it went political this year. (Tuesday 4 November 2025; 06:27)

3 albums (112,177) by TJ from Norway Does Daydream have better lyrics than MB? I don't know. Stacey, please don't hate me. (Friday 31 October 2025; 17:30) this is a reply to message 112,176

3 albums (112,176) by Edward from USA You know I love myself some "Music Box", but in the context of your post, "Daydream", "Butterfly", and "The Emancipation of Mimi" have, in my opinion, a perfect mix of strong lyrics, soulful vocals, and fun energy. (Friday 31 October 2025; 16:59)

3 albums (112,175) by TJ from Norway To erase is not easy either. My list would be MIAM, Merry Christmas 2 and her latest one. (Friday 31 October 2025; 16:33) this is a reply to message 112,163

3 albums (112,163) by Bill from the UK I'd rather it be 3 albums we can erase from her discography than save. This is so tricky as MC's albums are good for different reasons. Like vocally I'd select the debut, Emotions and Merry Christmas. Lyrically it would be Butterfly, Charmbracelet and Memoirs. In terms of end to end enjoyment it'd be Music Box, Daydream and Emancipation. In terms of artistry it'd be Here For It All, Glitter, and Caution. So, yeh. All of them lol. (Friday 31 October 2025; 12:35)

3 albums (112,174) by TJ from Norway Music Box will always be on any "albums I adore" list. I know I should say Emotions, but I love her Merry Christmas and her debut album, so I guess that's my list. (Friday 31 October 2025; 16:29) this is a reply to message 112,168

3 albums (112,168) by MusicfanJ from Germany It's really tough. I would pick: Music Box, Daydream and Butterfly. (Friday 31 October 2025; 13:21)

3 albums (112,173) by TJ from Norway What happened to Music Box? (Friday 31 October 2025; 16:20) this is a reply to message 112,166

3 albums (112,166) by Edward from USA This is a tough one. I would keep "Daydream", "Butterfly" and "The Emancipation of Mimi". (Friday 31 October 2025; 12:54)

3 albums (112,172) by TJ from Norway I would love to keep Emotions because of the song If It's Over, but I still haven't been able to make my own list. (Friday 31 October 2025; 16:18) this is a reply to message 112,163

3 albums (112,163) by Bill from the UK I'd rather it be 3 albums we can erase from her discography than save. This is so tricky as MC's albums are good for different reasons. Like vocally I'd select the debut, Emotions and Merry Christmas. Lyrically it would be Butterfly, Charmbracelet and Memoirs. In terms of end to end enjoyment it'd be Music Box, Daydream and Emancipation. In terms of artistry it'd be Here For It All, Glitter, and Caution. So, yeh. All of them lol. (Friday 31 October 2025; 12:35)

3 albums (112,155) by TJ from Norway Let's say that for some reason everyone on earth forgot all of MCs albums except 3 of them. Which 3 albums from her catalogue would you keep for everyone to enjoy? And why? (Friday 31 October 2025; 06:40)

Anthony fellow lamb (112,103) by TJ from Norway Happy birthday young man. (Sunday 26 October 2025; 12:13) this is a reply to message 112,101

Anthony fellow lamb (112,101) by Bobby A from United States I am still here, Libra Lamb. I just wanted to change my profile name to celebrate my 20 years plus on the board. Time flies by so fast. I turned 53 years old yesterday. (Sunday 26 October 2025; 09:45)

Confetti and Champagne (112,100) by TJ from Norway I have never considered myself a lamb, but I still buy the stuff she releases. Who are you talking about, not supporting her? I am confused. As I say to my friends: I used to be blonde. (Sunday 26 October 2025; 07:30) this is a reply to message 112,096

Confetti and Champagne (112,096) by Anonymous from USA I would say that the "lambs" are probably the only ones still supporting her and her releases. The general public moved on a long time ago. I buy the singles and cds but I never play them, it's easier for me to stream, and so I do, almost daily. Lambs getting the blame and the hate for no reason. We are the only ones who care. (Saturday 25 October 2025; 17:16)

Confetti and Champagne (112,099) by TJ from Norway And that's the reason she should stop trying to make music for the teenagers. They don't care about her at all. (Sunday 26 October 2025; 07:25) this is a reply to message 112,093

Confetti and Champagne (112,093) by MusicfanJ from Germany Absolutely. All the long time fans/lambs did buy her new music. So it's not because of "us" that it sold weaker than "Caution". Casual listeners don't care at all for her nowadays, that's it. The teens have there own "stars", so what's left are her long time fans. I also like "HFIA" better than "Caution". Yeah, maybe a gospel or jazz album could generate more listeners because it's a special genre. (Saturday 25 October 2025; 16:40)

Confetti and Champagne (112,089) by TJ from Norway I would rather have something from the vault than another HFIA. Release the demotape, the version of All in My Mind that she teased us with during covid. There are more songs from that time that I would love to listen to. Release Someone's Ugly Daughter. That is an album I definitely would play over and over again. Release an album with old cover songs. Release more live stuff on videos. I know there are a lot of them. (Saturday 25 October 2025; 10:59) this is a reply to message 112,082

Confetti and Champagne (112,082) by Giovanni from USA That would be career suicide and I'm sure Mariah knows that. I had read somewhere that MC17 would likely come out in 2027. Mariah has to have more music saved up for another album. (Friday 24 October 2025; 20:16)

New tour date alert: February 2026 (112,062) by TJ from Norway There's alot of countries I would avoid in the Middle East to hold a concert just because of human rights and such things, but there's money down there, and obviously money talks. (Thursday 23 October 2025; 19:41) this is a reply to message 112,058

New tour date alert: February 2026 (112,058) by MusicfanJ from Germany "Middle east"? The Asia concerts made sense because of her huge fan base there. But middle east, I highly doubt there's a huge fan-base. Hmm, a bit strange indeed. (Thursday 23 October 2025; 18:13)

Hi Lambily (112,061) by TJ from Norway I almost met Mariah back in 1997 after the Nobel Peace Price concert in Oslo, but lost the ability to speak. So close. It was me and like 5 other fans standing there. I even had a cd in my pocket for signing. Stupid me. Starstrucked completely. (Thursday 23 October 2025; 19:37) this is a reply to message 112,054

Hi Lambily (112,054) by MusicfanJ from Germany Please post more. I also love to read about meetings from fans/lambs with Mariah. I allready enjoyed your post. (Thursday 23 October 2025; 15:00)

Immobile on stage (112,034) by TJ from Norway Lose the shoes and she will be able to walk again. (Wednesday 22 October 2025; 19:21) this is a reply to message 112,021

Immobile on stage (112,021) by Lambi from USA Well, we can all see with our own two eyes that she is suffering from some sort of disease. She's clearly in pain but she's sticking it out. So yeah, just the mere fact that she's still showing up is commendable. (Wednesday 22 October 2025; 12:23)

Here For It All (111,971) by TJ from Norway Welcome back. (Saturday 18 October 2025; 10:10) this is a reply to message 111,960

Here For It All (111,960) by Elin from Norway How nice that some of you still remember my site, MariahOnline. It was part of the Mariah 3 (later Mariah4). That was a fun time. I haven't written anything here for years, but I check this messageboard almost daily. You can still find the site at this link, if you want to reminisce. Not everything works anymore, though. Have a nice weekend. (Friday 17 October 2025; 23:11)

MariahCareyNetwork (111,970) by TJ from Norway Thank you so much. (Saturday 18 October 2025; 10:06) this is a reply to message 111,958

MariahCareyNetwork (111,958) by T from USA This website Mariah Carey Network is still around and is very thorough with their information and magazine covers, singles covers. I don't know if it's the old Mariah Connection just re-branded but it's a good little resource for the lambs. (Friday 17 October 2025; 20:04)

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