Classic Album Review: Mariah Carey | The Emancipation of Mimi

Classic Album Review: Mariah Carey | The Emancipation of Mimi

This came out in 2005 — or at least that’s when I got it. Here’s what I said about it back then (with some minor editing):   If imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, Beyonce and her bandmates should be feeling highly complimented. From its bootylicious (and heavily Photoshopped) cover photo to its groovy […] The post Classic Album Review: Mariah Carey | The Emancipation of Mimi appeared first on Tinnitist.

‘E=MC2’: Mariah Carey’s 2008 Album Is A Celebration

With hits like “We Belong Together” and “Shake It Off,” The Emancipation of Mimi, released in 2005, marked Mariah Carey’s return to her chart-topping highs of the 90s. The 2008 follow-up, E=MC2, is – for the most part – the party she threw to celebrate the win. E=MC2 is a largely uptempo album loaded with beats that are ready-made for head-nodding, finger-snapping, and two-steppin’ on the dancefloor. Even some of the ballads – such as hood fairy…

Jermaine Dupri Reveals Mariah Carey Wanted to Sing Over Wu-Tang Clan

When Jermaine Dupri was producing Mariah Carey he was shocked to discover that she wanted to sing over Wu-Tang Clan tracks. During an interview with the R&B Money Podcast, Dupri recalled connecting with Carey to work on “Always Be My Baby,” which kicked off their creative relationship. The So So Def founder recalled that Carey loved his production on Xscape’s 1993 hit “Just Kickin’ It” and eventually landed him in the studio to work with the leg…

One and Only: Mariah Carey Celebrates 20 Years of 'Mimi' with 5LP and Digital Reissue - The Second Disc

Two decades ago, Mariah Carey's The Emancipation of Mimi was a dramatic comeback for the pop queen. This year, it's due for a comeback of its own with a heavy-duty deluxe edition. Available May 30, The Emancipation of Mimi (20th Anniversary Edition) arrives from UMe on five LPs offering a host of bonus material, including seven previously […]

Mariah Carey | The Emancipation of Mimi (20th Anniv Edition)

MARIAH CAREY CELEBRATES 20TH ANNIVERSARY OF HER MULTI-PLATINUM 2005 ALBUM, THE EMANCIPATION OF MIMI MARIAH CAREY CELEBRATES 20TH ANNIVERSARY OF HER ICONIC MULTI-PLATINUM 2005 ALBUM, THE EMANCIPATION OF MIMI, WITH DEFINITIVE 20TH ANNIVERSARY SUITE OF EXPANDED RELEASES ON MAY 30 VIA DEF JAM RECORDS/UMe LAVISH 5LP VINYL BOX SET BOASTS DOZENS OF BONUS TRACKS, INCLUDING EMANCIPATION ERA DANCE… Source

Jermaine Dupri Celebrates Mariah Carey’s Iconic Album #MIMI20

Jermaine Dupri took to Twitter recently on the album release anniversary of The Emancipation of Mimi to pop some champagne. The producer/rapper raised a toast with #MIMI20, including a direct ad-ping to Mariah. All in all, there would be very few from the grand spectrum of the internet who would let this pass by without […]