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About Bill from the UK: I love Mariah more than you do. London Daydream Tour Attendee.

Friday feeling (108,594) by Bill from the UK Bless you Bobby, I still check in from time to time. Truth is I'm just not a fan of modern day Mariah. Don't get me wrong, I will always love her more than any of you all ever will lol, but I prefer Mariah lamenting about loving someone till the end of time or being alone in love, rather than telling me to GTFO and bragging about riding a D with Ariana Grande. Anyway, to answer your question, my favourite album is of course the untouchable debut. There is something so magical about those Carey-Margulies compositions, and her voice never sounded as good. That deep, rich tone full of volume and timbre. Oh how I miss it. As for my favourite song, aside from All I Want for Christmas Is You and Vision of Love which I consider separate entities, it would be the regular album version of Fantasy. It came out during the peak of my fandom and hearing it the first time on the radio, I still wistfully think back to that day now and again. I also enjoy long walks on the beach and quiet nights in. Hope you've been well. (Sunday 20 April 2025; 17:03) this is a reply to message 108,592

Friday feeling (108,592) by Bobby A from United States I am glad that I am not the only Lamb who gets all emotional when listening to 90s MC. I wish I knew Bill's favorite 90s MC song and album. I miss him on the board. It is like MC gave me my anthem with IBTAY. Lol. Just kidding. (Sunday 20 April 2025; 02:55)

MiMi20 CD (108,569) by Bill from the UK Playing vinyl on a cheap turntable with a cheap stylus actually damages the vinyl over time, so playing it on a cheap player from the 1950s, or any cheap player for that matter, is not a good idea. It is a medium that only deteriorates with age unless it is treated with utmost care, and that requires a decent turntable and stylus. While many find the analogue audio experience rich and warm, a compact disc played through a decent hifi set up (with a Digital to Audio (DAC) converter) will sound absolutely fantastic, and a Super Audio CD played on a player designed for that medium is unbeatable. Couple that with a decent pair of speakers and you'll never look back. CDs are far from a dead medium, as all manufacturers continue to make players to this day. CDs provide the best quality audio available without any depreciation in quality and without clicks, pops and scratches that will invade an uncared for vinyl record over time. As for streaming, unless it is a CD-quality streamer (Tidal, Qobuz) I wouldn't bother, as so much of the music is compressed and sacrificed on streamers like Spotify (the McDonalds of music streamers). Plus as you point out, with the exception of Qobuz, you cannot own and keep the digital music files and they run the risk of being removed or, possibly worse, amped up and compressed to compete with the "loudness wars". TLDR: CDs are good. (Sunday 13 April 2025; 20:16) this is a reply to message 108,561

MiMi20 CD (108,561) by Matty from Vancouver Canada CD? I'm so annoyed when it's a CD only release. Streaming and vinyls are the most important. CD players and cassette players never work in 2025. Vinyl is the only reliable way to secure the music you've purchased and will work on a cheap vinyl player from 1950 or an expensive one from 2025. The sound quality is so superior, and there's nothing like hearing Mariah's voice on a vinyl. Stream is second to vinyl because streaming services often remove music I've paid for. It's infuriating, because I already paid for it, and it simply disappears from my devices. (Saturday 12 April 2025; 17:36)

Remastering Daydream (107,890) by Bill from the UK What you're hearing is an example of the loudness wars: essentially mastering engineers compress recordings to make them sound louder to compete with other poorly mastered (loud) records. This trend became mainstream thanks to Oasis and how their records sounded so much louder on the radio, and due to their popularity, everyone else started doing it. Daydream is an excellently recorded and mastered album, boasting a dynamic range of 13 which is one of the highest in her catalogue. It'd be a shame to lose all those beautifully subdued and quiet moments of the record against the crescendos and climaxes. But that's the way things seem to be going. Personally the CD sounds superb and doesn't need updating in my view. But who am I? (Sunday 29 December 2024; 00:24) this is a reply to message 107,889

Remastering Daydream (107,889) by Terna from Nigeria I played this record the other day on Spotify and couldn't help notice that it wasn't digitally re-mastered and thus has a significantly lower volume level (you actually have to have Spotify's volume normalization feature on loud to get it to a significant boost in sound level - most recordings from the mid 90's backwards actually) for today's standards than say "Butterfly" or even "Rainbow" which she did earlier on this year. I'm hoping that for its 30th anniversary, she finally does this next year, giving it a long needed update in sound while also reintroducing the album - I dare say is top 3 in her overall best albums, there's no denying this. 1. Butterfly 2. Daydream 3. Mariah Carey 4. The Emancipation of Mimi 5. Music Box (Saturday 28 December 2024; 20:38)

Merry Christmas SACD (107,887) by Bill from the UK Thank you gents, yes all is well with me thanks. Wishing you all the best for the year ahead. If there's no new music from Mariah in 2025, here's hoping Daydream gets an anniversary release with my beautiful London tour date added as a bonus audio CD. I would probably die of happiness. It's still one of the best days of my life, always will be. (Saturday 28 December 2024; 12:40) this is a reply to message 107,884

Merry Christmas SACD (107,884) by Jamie from UK Merry Christmas Bill. Great to see your post. I hope all is well with you. (Friday 27 December 2024; 23:57)

Merry Christmas SACD (107,881) by Bill from the UK Hello all, a flying visit to say a belated Merry Christmas and an advanced Happy New Year to you all. The new super audio CD of Merry Christmas by Mobile Fidelity sounds fantastic. If you have a decent hifi set up and a good pair of headphones, it's worth investing in, as personally I think it is the best the album has ever sounded. There's so many nuances to unearth, I find with each listen I'm discovering more about an album I thought I knew inside out. I only wish the debut, Emotions, Music Box and Daydream would get the same treatment one day. Love to you all. (Friday 27 December 2024; 22:55)

Las Vegas (106,172) by Bill from the UK I'll always love Mariah, but a grand total of 2 minutes of actual live vocals from a 2 hour show is appalling. Mariah fans love to mock J. Lo, but Mariah herself is no better. I think I'm finally done with her now. There's nothing more to say. Good luck y'all. (Monday 15 April 2024; 09:03) this is a reply to message 106,171

Las Vegas (106,171) by Xavier mariohmix from Spain This is all she sang live on the first night. The new renditions sound really good though. (Monday 15 April 2024; 01:02)

Emojis (105,999) by Bill from the UK Some unreliable rumour account on X posted an emoji of a butterfly along with a bunch of others, and apparently this now means Mariah is working with Taylor Swift, Lady Gaga, Katy Perry, Beyoncé and others on a charity single similar to "Just Stand Up". In other words, all you've missed out on is post after post of unsupported speculation following someone on the Internet posting a butterfly emoji. (Sunday 17 March 2024; 07:44) this is a reply to message 105,993

Emojis (105,993) by Zachariah from Croatia Can someone explain to me - emojis? She posted something? I don't get it. (Friday 15 March 2024; 22:02)

Missing projects list (105,978) by Bill from the UK Y'all that have been around know I love a list. So, let's gather up all her undelivered projects. Let me know if I've missed anything. 1. Angels Advocate 2. Someone's Ugly Daughter 3. The Butterfly Lounge 4. The Clark Sisters album/collaboration 5. The Rarities 2 Please Mariah, release something. We're withering away over here. (Thursday 14 March 2024; 19:23)

New layout (105,918) by Bill from the UK Is the discography not viewable on phones? If you've retired it, would you consider leaving it up as an archive somewhere? It was a gargantuan effort and somewhere I often visited, it'd be a shame if it went. (Friday 8 March 2024; 22:14) this is a reply to message 105,914

New layout (105,914) by Webmaster Eric from the Netherlands The old website had two versions: one for computers and one for mobile phones. The new website only has one version. Did you try going to the url www.mcarchives.com on your phone? (Friday 8 March 2024; 20:34)

Article: 15 Best female singers of all time (105,905) by Bill from the UK This reads like it was written by an AI bot. (Friday 8 March 2024; 18:36)

Photoshoot (105,904) by Bill from the UK Maybe TEOM will be treated to some sort of anniversary package next year like Music Box? (Friday 8 March 2024; 17:53) this is a reply to message 105,897

Photoshoot (105,897) by Mimi L. from Empower Your Highlighter Markus Klinko, the photographer behind Mariah's iconic TEOM shoot, has been hired by her again to do a new shoot for her Vegas residency. Apparently the photos will be inspired by TEOM photos. Now this has got me thinking, why is that the case? She's been recycling old TEOM photos for it and it's just. Month away why is she now doing a new shoot? Could she be using it for MC16? Fun fact for those who don't know, Mariah called Markus in the middle of the night insisting on him doing the shoot and asking for an exact pose he saw from his work, here's the inspiration photo. He didn't want to recreate the same pose so they landed on something similar. (Friday 8 March 2024; 01:21)

Mariah never lied or let anyone on (105,903) by Bill from the UK The debut era is so underrated. Once you get past the production of the album, and focus on the live performances, her voice, and the interviews you realise it was untouchable. Her look and vibe was just everything. I watch The First Vision any chance I can get. (Friday 8 March 2024; 17:52) this is a reply to message 105,899

Mariah never lied or let anyone on (105,899) by MusicfanJ from Germany How I love Mariah on the "First vision". So sweet. For me she was the ultimate American girl. So cool and beautiful. How can someone be so beautiful and sing like in her debut. It's almost too much. She has everything and is really blessed. I just miss a more natural MC. I also do believe inside she's the same. (Friday 8 March 2024; 12:42)

New layout (105,902) by Bill from the UK This new look is beautiful. Thank you. (Friday 8 March 2024; 17:50) this is a reply to message 105,900

New layout (105,900) by Terna from Nigeria Super cool Eric Webmaster. About time too. (Friday 8 March 2024; 16:03)

Yes, And? lyrics (105,539) by Bill from the UK Self-love and empowerment are better found in lyrics like Hero, Through the Rain, My Saving Grace, Fly Like a Bird and so on. It's a shame the woman who wrote lyrics like those found on Outside, Butterfly, My All, Looking In and Petals now sings about riding a D. I'll go back to playing Selfish on repeat all day. (Sunday 18 February 2024; 13:06) this is a reply to message 105,529

Yes, And? lyrics (105,529) by Matty from Vancouver Canada I get some people's objection to the profanities in the song, although this is music for adults, and radio plays clean versions. Profanities are just words, just like every other word. It's art and words are an expression of art. Anyways . What was odd to me is that some don't like the message of this song. it's extremely empowering. "Wear this stuff on your chest, be your own best friend. I'm done with hypocrisy" etc. it's extremely empowering and self assured. Aside for your view on curse words, why isn't this songs lyrics a flex of self love and empowerment? (Sunday 18 February 2024; 01:19)

MV snippet (105,525) by Bill from the UK Was it the instrumental? (Saturday 17 February 2024; 23:53) this is a reply to message 105,515

MV snippet (105,515) by Stacey from USA All is well. I found a clean remix version, lol. (Saturday 17 February 2024; 20:39)

MV snippet (105,506) by Bill from the UK With you on the profanity Stacey, absolutely no need for it. It's in so many songs these days. I'm still not completely over Mariah telling me to "get the [censored] out". In other news, here's my play count: Selfish - 400+ Yes And? remix - 1 (Saturday 17 February 2024; 13:31) this is a reply to message 105,501

MV snippet (105,501) by Stacey from USA I like the song. It's got 90s retro vibe all over it and I am totally on board, minus the cuss words. Ugh, someone find me a clean remix version. Stat. But, I digress. Given her last couple of songs (remember I Don't, Crapfinity, Save the Day), I'd say this is a huge improvement. Hopefully a new album continues in this direction. (Saturday 17 February 2024; 03:03)

Yes, and? (105,467) by Bill from the UK What does it mean when I prefer the AI Selfish over a real Mariah song? (Friday 16 February 2024; 08:49)

Music Box 30 (105,235) by Bill from the UK My CD arrived Friday, the packaging is beautiful. There's a nice paragraph from Mariah about the album and its impact in the fold out digipak, the booklet has some beautiful pictures from the Dreamlover, AYNAF and Never Forget You photoshoots, plus some others from the era. Many pics I've never seen before. The CDs all sound fab, especially Proctor's Theatre. (Saturday 3 February 2024; 17:11)

Look (105,222) by Bill from the UK I agree. That outfit was hideous. (Friday 2 February 2024; 18:23) this is a reply to message 105,212

Look (105,212) by Norman from USA Other than herself, I'm not sure who else to blame for that ensemble moment. To me, it looked like they ran out of time on a Project Runway episode. Oh, well. (Friday 2 February 2024; 10:13)

Tacking on two Memoirs songs to MIAMTEC (105,194) by Bill from the UK I would have added Triumphant and Almost Home personally. (Wednesday 31 January 2024; 14:07) this is a reply to message 105,193

Tacking on two Memoirs songs to MIAMTEC (105,193) by Mimi L. from Empower Your Highlighter I always thought it was because it fit the theme of the album of heartbreak and cheating etc. I wonder why she didn't just have 2 extra songs if she knew she was going to do a Target special or put the 2 Beautiful remixes there (the one that was released and the unreleased dance remix). (Wednesday 31 January 2024; 13:36)

Next Friday (105,156) by Bill from the UK The tracklisting for the CD and vinyl is the same as the digital versions. I am excited though to see what is in the liner notes/booklet and if there are any photographs from the era previously unreleased. (Sunday 28 January 2024; 15:03) this is a reply to message 105,154

Next Friday (105,154) by Bobby A from United States I don't know the answer to that question. Bill, can give you an definitive answer. I think that there are some special video features of Music Box: Then and Now and Dreamlover in 4K. I need to come over to the streaming side since FYE's Mix and Burn closed their website in September. (Sunday 28 January 2024; 14:02)

If you think (105,138) by Bill from the UK The extreme end of the T+ community want children in kindergarten to be on puberty blockers and have their genitalia mutilated if they wake up one day and say they are the opposite sex. They can't smoke, drink, vote, marry, drive or have sex, but they can remove their appendages? You've exposed yourself as.someone else turning a blind eye to this problem under the guise of inclusivity. Are you sure you want to be posting in support of this radical, dangerous, mentally ill community? Again, wrong side of history Matty. But yes, back to Mariah. (Saturday 27 January 2024; 22:34) this is a reply to message 105,132

If you think (105,132) by Matty from Vancouver Canada If you think trans issues are equated to castration. Get educated. Castration has nothing to do with trans issues and if you think that somehow effects your "masculinity", say like putting on "colleague" vs. "perfume"; you need a long, deep view in the mirror (which will be hard and sad for you). Penises vs. vulva don't define a soul. If you choose to believe it does... ok. It's a discussion about social norms. It's not about genitals. Let's get back to Mariah. (Saturday 27 January 2024; 22:10)

Article: Mariah shows off physique in sparkling "swimwear" (105,127) by Bill from the UK Lol, when did I put words in your mouth? I never said you said those things, I was talking in general about the extremities of the T+ movement. Anyone who adopts a "live and let live" approach, when they don't extend anyone the same courtesy. Your exact words were "I just think that, like you, they just want to live their lives and be respected as human beings and be members of the community." No human being I know advocates for the castration of children, those types are monsters. Anyone that supports that and believes that is how human beings behave is seriously not right in the head or soul. You're on the wrong side of history here. But yes, scroll past. (Saturday 27 January 2024; 18:44) this is a reply to message 105,123

Article: Mariah shows off physique in sparkling "swimwear" (105,123) by Libra Lamb from USA You're absolutely right about one thing. I don't know you and you don't know me. I don't want that either or you'd already know my name and face. I'm a very private person in my life and choose my friends carefully. I prefer to be called nameless and faceless than to get to know you. And there won't be a next time since I'll be scrolling right past your posts, Bill's who likes to put words in my mouth and Edward's and we all know why. At least stand by your words you post and not gaslight people. I'm just repeating what you guys post. You're welcomed. Muah. (Saturday 27 January 2024; 14:40)

Article: Mariah shows off physique in sparkling "swimwear" (105,110) by Bill from the UK "Just let people live their own lives and mind your own business." Everyone's on board with that, but the "T+" that got annexed on and now tars the "LGB" with the same brush, won't do that. Let's campaign to castrate children instead, and speak to 5 year olds about sex. It's wrong. Wake up to yourself. (Friday 26 January 2024; 17:00) this is a reply to message 105,109

Article: Mariah shows off physique in sparkling "swimwear" (105,109) by Libra Lamb from USA So it's okay to go around spreading hate? I see you are like minded too. It's one extreme versus another. Why can't we just meet in the middle? I'm not saying I agree with the woke movement but there's something to be said about basic human decency lacking. Just let people live their own lives and mind your own business, not you Stacey, but in general. I don't expect everyone here to agree or even understand. One might have to be persecuted for just being different and I don't know anyone here or their background. I will say it's usually Republicans that do the same stuff in hiding that they complain about. Then they get caught and it's all over the news. Go on, deny it. I'll wait. (Friday 26 January 2024; 14:37)

Article: Mariah shows off physique in sparkling "swimwear" (105,056) by Bill from the UK Mariah is not at a weight that would cause her to be winded whilst walking. Come on. Even at her biggest, Mariah would never be considered overweight by any stretch of the imagination. Certainly not to the extent that she would be unable to breathe. I've been thinking more and more about what Mariah's actual ailment is. I genuinely believe she perhaps has some form of auto immune disease, like Lupus or MS, but hasn't divulged it. It may be that it is being managed fine with specialist care, or not severe enough to warrant any public announcement, or she simply may not want to advertise it. Purely speculating of course, but I do wonder. It's also something she, I think, has probably been dealing with for years. (Tuesday 23 January 2024; 22:11) this is a reply to message 105,054

Article: Mariah shows off physique in sparkling "swimwear" (105,054) by Zachariah from Croatia Indeed. I wrote last year that she is winded when she even tries to walk on stage and it is affecting her singing. Losing weight would help. As it did. (Tuesday 23 January 2024; 15:28)

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