Nové statistiky z turné najdete zde. Další vyprodané koncerty - Phoenix a Chicago.

BY LUCIFRID | 11. 03. 2010 | COMMENTS: 0 | SOURCE: BILLBOARD, MARIAH DAILY JOURNAL

Lasvegaský koncert byl vyprodán - statistiky (i z dalších koncertů) najdete zde.

BY LUCIFRID | 04. 03. 2010 | COMMENTS: 1 | SOURCE: BILLBOARD

Recenze fanoušků i tisku na jednotlivé koncerty turné Angels Advocate.

TOUR DATES:
31.12. - New York City - Madison Square Garden
02.01. - Atlantic City, NJ - The Borgata Events Center
15.01. - Mashantucket, CT - MGM Grand Theatre
16.01. - Mashantucket, CT - MGM Grand Theatre
19.01. - Atlanta, GA - Fox Theatre
21.01. - Hollywood, FL - Hard Rock Live
25.01. - Detroit, MI - Fox Theatre

BY LUCIFRID | 02. 03. 2010 | COMMENTS: 0

Recenze fanoušků i tisku na koncert v Detroitu.

Mariah Carey, diva antics light up the Fox - By Adam Graham - Detroit News

Some artists work themselves into a frenzy in concert, giving everything to their performance until their sweaty, lifeless bodies are dragged off stage by members of their crew.

Then there's Mariah Carey, who at one point during her concert Monday at the Fox performed while laying on a couch, after a pair of assistants dabbed the beads of sweat from her forehead.

Look, Carey is a diva with a capital D, and her current Angels Advocate outing might as well be called the Diva Worship tour. Throughout the 95-minute concert Monday, Carey cheerfully played up her diva status, mock-barking orders at her stage crew, lounging on a couch during "Subtle Invitation" and sitting in a chair while wearing a robe during "My All." During "Obsessed," she was hoisted in the air and carried around by her dancers, a pampered princess sitting atop a world of her own making.

Other times Carey was practically immobile, ever-so-gently swaying to the beat during "Shake It Off" and "Touch My Body," working hard to not work too hard. (Side note: The latter song's tease "if there's a camera up in here, than I best not catch this flick on YouTube" was turned into an actual security policy, as no cameras were allowed in the building and cell phones were not permitted during the performance.)

It's obvious that no one is going to confuse Mariah Carey with Bruce Springsteen, but no one comes to a Mariah Carey concert expecting a lesson in stage dynamics. They come to bask in her presence and to hear the Voice, and Carey gave the crowd of 4,200 -- which included gospel singer Kierra Sheard and Detroit City Councilman Charles Pugh -- plenty of both on Monday.

She was looser between songs than she was at her concert at the Palace of Auburn Hills in 2006, which was somewhat miraculously her only other area concert to-date. Early in the show Monday, she alluded to her tipsy appearance at the Palm Springs International Film Festival a few weeks ago: "This is water, in a water thing," she said as she held up a bottle of water to the crowd and took a sip. "Everybody can relax and take a breath."

As for her voice, it was difficult to discern what was live and what was on track, though it's fair to say Carey was singing live a good portion of the show. She seemed to lean on a backing track for assistance, though it would take a vocal technician to determine what was live and what wasn't. For the most part she sounded strong and at times splendid (especially during "Fly Like a Bird"), though she struggled to hit her signature high notes in her nearly 20-year-old hit "Emotions."

Carey was joined on stage by a four-piece band, three backup singers and up to 10 backup dancers, and the staging was simple and understated. Carey went through four sparkly dresses but left the crowd hanging while changing, filling the gaps with long instrumentals and at one point letting backup singer Trey Lorenz sing Michael Jackson's "Rock With You."

Half of the set was culled from 2004's "The Emancipation of Mimi" and last year's under-performing "Memoirs of an Imperfect Angel," with scattered stops at her other albums in between. Energy dipped during the lesser "Memoirs" cuts, as Carey plugged better versions to come on her upcoming remix album. The show's pacing was problematic, too; showstopper "Fly Like a Bird" came only four songs in, hitting an emotional peak that show-closer "Hero" couldn't match.

Still, there was a on-the-fly quality to the show, as if Carey, who turns 40 in March, is embracing the "Imperfect" of her album title. Her "Adventures of Mimi" tour was a tightly packaged arena juggernaut and this is a much simpler show, as if she's loosening control and letting the chips fall where they may. This time around, the Diva is just being herself.


Mariah's all diva in Detroit - By Chris Azzopardi - Pride Source

You attend a Mariah Carey concert to be in the dreamlike presence of a super-diva, not expecting to be wooed by artful razzle-dazzle or the singer's dexterous dance moves. Those aerobics are in her voice, a supreme many-octave instrument that worked for 95 minutes during her "Angels Advocate Tour" Monday at the Fox Theatre in Detroit.

She still nailed that infamous whistle note (several times during the vintage surprise "Emotions," her hit from 1991), went all bat-shit belty on the wooing "Fly Like a Bird" and made fierce girl-anthem "It's a Wrap," a song off her current album "Memoirs of an Imperfect Angel," sound better than its recording.

The voice wasn't the only spectacle. Mariah, who seemed especially at ease (with only one glass of bubbly, that we know of), played up the diva image - satirizing it, even - during the simple and classy show: being freshened up on stage, making mock demands and opening it in a way that only the diva of all divas would.

Double the diva
You can sip water from a straw (like Mariah did) and sing a ballad in a bathrobe (like Mariah also did), but what's more diva-like than doing another diva's song? Mariah, in a dress and a shoulder piece made of faux-fur, started with Diana Ross' sultry "Love Hangover" before merging into her own hit, "Heartbreaker." Sounds familiar, right? The singer did exactly the same mash-up during "VH1 Divas Live" in 2000. These days, though, Mariah's not just having love hangovers.

"If there's a camera up in here ... "
Oh the irony of that "Touch My Body" threat, "If there's a camera up in here, then I best not catch this flick on YouTube." No clips would make it onto the Web, however, because cameras were strictly prohibited. And, most shockingly, so were phones, which had to be turned off and put away during the performance. You might catch her at a bad angle, and we can't have that.

Mariah Carey... or Glinda the Good Witch?
There she was, all magically glowing from an adorned swing that descended from the heavens - or was it the ceiling? - as she ate up every scream, applause and bald head. Instrumentals from her ballad "Butterfly" played as she was lowered and a ruffled ball gown threatened to inhale the whole venue. She wore sparkly bracelets and earrings. Even her mic gleamed. The camera/phone ordeal wouldn't have been one if only she came with one more accessory: a magic wand.

Touch me up
A girl's gotta look good, and Mariah's fully aware of that. Which is why, before she launched into the jazzy "Subtle Invitation" (laying cozily on a couch, mind you), she called her grooming team out to, well, touch her body and have them pretty it up. Hair was primped; sweat was dabbed. She acknowledged it as "a complete and total diva moment." And it was.

Working hard-ly for the money
When Mariah wasn't gently swaying to "Touch My Body" or "Shake It Off," she was sitting, lounging or standing in place. In fact, her two fist-pumping arms did more work than the rest of her body, which after "My All" did nothing at all as it was carried off stage by some hot dancer. During "Obsessed," her dancers lifted her up like she was on top of her own world. She was. We were just momentarily basking in it.


FAN REVIEWS

Jim (Detroit, MI): "I was at the Fox Theatre in Detroit tonight. My first time ever seeing Mariah live in concert. Been a fan for years and when I saw she was coming to my hometown I had to go this time. What an experience! Having never seen her in person, but seeing other concerts, I tempered my expectations since 'live' performances have sometimes left me a little disappointed. Not Mariah. I was in the upper level and was initially a little concerned about the acoustics which started out a little shaky as the band seemed to drown our Mariah thru 'Shake It Off.' But as the show went on, it seemed that everything was taken care of and to hear her voice live was nothing short of incredible. I was looking forward to seeing 'Touch My Body' and I enjoyed the sultry performance. When she sang 'Angels Cry,' it actually brought a tear to my eye. Not only how she delivered a powerful rendition, but the words of the song resonate with me. My friend whom I attended the show with really enjoyed 'It's A Wrap' and I will say that hearing that live is MUCH better than off the CD. Then came 'My All' which is my favorite ballad of all time. Was a little disappointed that she didn't do 'Always Be My Baby,' but 'Emotions' was good and she hit all the octaves. Amazing! Then when we heard 'so, why are you so obsessed with me'... the house just erupted and it seemed like everyone was singing along. As she wrapped up the encore Hero,' all I was thinking was a little sense of disappointment that it was over. It was that good. The show went a good 90 minutes and it was truly a treat. She was personable, making fun of her diva image and playing to the crowd in between some unforgettable performances. A very memorable night."

Martin (Detroit, MI): "I was at the Mimi concert last night - 14th row center. The most amazing show I have seen in a long time! This was my first time seeing Mariah and it was better than I ever expected. I'm not going to lie, when she was lowered from the roof on her swing, I was so overwhelmed and just went crazy. The songs and purity of her voice and the way she commanded the stage, it was almost too much for me at times. I love love love her and the concert was truly a dream come true. I was able to sneak some pictures when she came out for an encore and sang "Hero." LOVE LOVE LOVE and I 100% recommend if you're able to see Mariah in concert...GO! You'll love it! Yes there were ballads, but she has us up out of our seats for most of the night...singing and dancing and moving...all night long. She was simply amazing."

Barbara (Rochester, MI): "The show was good overall. I made it for the end of the opening act and wish I would have seen more of it. The group seemed to be really good. I was in the 3rd row orchestra and the X-Men security guys were Nazis about the cell phones! I couldn't even text my daughter goodnight without them flipping out! I don't understand why Mariah demands such security about photos. The show itself was short and sweet. Exactly as expected from all the other reviews. Her voice was surprisingly strong. She did rely on the back up tracks for all the hard parts but she was very believable when she used them, and when she was live her voice was strong and amazing. I love that she struggled through a little bit of My All because that just showed she was real and putting in the effort! I wish it would have lasted a little longer, or that Eminem could have made a guest appearance during Obsessed, LOL, but hey it was a great show at an amazing venue. Can't ask for much more than that!"

Jay (Detroit, MI): "Wow! That show was really great. Here's the good: She sang live way more than I thought she was going to. When we sang live she sounded great. The bad: Didnt like the setlist that much, she didnt move as much in the beginning, The Adventures of Mimi was a bit more interesting, barely anyone stood during 'Up Out My Face.' TAOM was a better show, Angels Advocate had better vocals. Overall, I had an amazing night. The crowd was great and went crazy a couple times, no one stood during 'Up Out My Face' really. She looked amazing I had a great time. She sounded great!"

Nicholas: "I attended Mariah's Detroit concert at the Fox Theatre. Although Rydaznrtist seemed to have lipsynched most of their notes, they sound amazing and I look forward to hearing their album. I also got an autograph of one of the group members after the show. I offered him Memoirs and a Sharpie but he refused to write over Mariah's CD and insisted on signing a flyer instead. Despite having wanted to hear many more songs from Memoirs, my disappointment disappeared as soon as the curtains opened and Mariah slowly came down on a swing. I also attended The Adventures of Mimi, and despite TAOM having more movement as a show, Mariah's vocals have never been better. Hearing her voice live was truly amazing. Mariah seemed to be in a great joyous mood, and she truly hit every single note better than it could sound on any CD track. The staff at the theatre were extremely strict about no photos or videos being taken, let alone use of a cell phone. I wrote on a poster, 'Can I Have A Hug?' and after repeatedly holding it up, Mariah sure enough looked my way and hugged herself with her right arm after acknowledging what I had wrote. I am already anxiously awaiting the next time I will see her live."

Christina (White Lake, MI): "We were about 10 rows from the stage, to the left, on the main floor. One thing I'd like to mention that I didn't see in the other reviews was the merchandise. There was a lot of cool stuff, but man was it crazy expensive! The t-shirts alone were $40 a piece. Anyway, I bought a Mariah lanyard, plain black with the signature MC font in white, with an attached 'press pass' style laminate that says her name and 'angels advocate tour,' with the dates on the back. They had white hoodies, red t-shirts, maroon ultra thin girls tees, large black and white posters, playbooks, keychains, lanyards, and glowstick things. I purchased a tour playbook, poster, lanyard and red shirt and it was $80.00! It was worth it. I was so excited to be seeing Mariah for the first time. I have been a huge fan since I was 14, (so about 12 years now) and have never seen her live. We got in right when doors open, waited about 15 minutes for merchandise, and then went straight to our seats. I swear it couldn't have been more than 5 minutes when the lights went dark and we started to hear the Daydream Interlude music. There was a pretty purple curtain that lit up Mariah's name in white lights, before it was swept away and she got lowered to the stage from the ceiling on a swing. At this point the crowd was going crazy. I quickly felt the tears coming to my eyes, as this was a moment I've been waiting for for a very long time and Mariah's music, and her herself, mean a lot to me. I won't go through the playlist since that's already been disclosed, but overall it was good. It would have been nice to hear some older songs. I would've liked it if she skipped Subtle Invitation and Fly Like a Bird, but I know she probably did the latter because of the people in crowd and the big gospel following in Detroit. It was nice, I just love other songs a lot more. As far as Mariah herself, I wasn't disappointed in the least. She was everything I ever expected her to be; personable with the crowd, seemed happy to be there, 'Diva'-esque but only in the way that she was mocking herself, which made her all the more appealing. She was funny, often making little cracks at her own expense. It was a very light, easy going atmosphere in general. She did a couple wardrobe changes, but didn't keep us waiting that long at all. If anything it just made it more exciting, because of the anticipation. I really liked one particular waiting period where she was changing and they had the music for Make It Happen playing. All of a sudden Mariah came back out and picked up in the middle of the song. Her voice was very strong and I remember getting goosebumps at one point. I'm also biased though, because I've always loved that song. I'd say the crowd was most responsive when she played Emotions, We Belong Together, and Obsessed. But there weren't really any songs that people seemed unresponsive to. For her encore, she came out and did Hero, which was good, but not amazing. I wish she would have done at least one more song too, but it's understandable with her voice she can only do so many in a row without probably straining it. In summary, it was a good show. Well worth the tons of money I spent on tickets and merchandise."

Tino: "I'd like to start off by thanking MariahDaily.com and all of its tour correspondents for all of their dedication and work. It does not go unnoticed, as being a Lamb, I am very thankful for all you do. I appreciate you! I actually won front row tickets from Mariah's fan club, as I was able to interact with her, and was fortunate enough to touch her twice! I am the fan she talked to in the front row about doing her hair, before she sang 'Subtle Invitation,' which you mentioned in the live update. She was sitting right in front of me, and after telling her my name, Tino, she asked if I do hair, and I replied no, but I love you. She said those three words back! Hands down, this was the greatest night of my life! My focus was Mariah, her voice and person, as I really didn't pay attention to the dancers or any other spectacle. I happen to be one of the few people that stood up the whole time and rocked out. The audience, however, didn't seem as receptive as my friend and I. There was an 'older-folk' vibe, but that didn't stop me from having the time of my life. She also mentioned that she liked my ensemble, as I was wearing a read tour shirt. Her voice was spectacular and above all, I was in the presence of Mariah Carey! I also am a true fan of Michael Jackson as well as Mariah, so the whole musical aspect of the concert was literally perfect! The set list did seem a bit 'different,' and even though she has been having an overall consistent set list with a few changes here and there,it made sense to Mariah and that's what she wanted to do, so it's all good! This was my second concert, as my first was The Adventures of Mimi, and as I read somewhere on here, that The Adventures of Mimi tour was more about a show and a thank you to putting her back at #1, where this was more about the voice and promotion of her Angels Advocate album. She didn't represent all of her albums, which I feel alienated a majority of the audience, as it was an overall older crowd, and they were hoping for some old school Mariah, when in reality 10/18 songs were from her three latest albums. We had to sit down for My All, but as soon as my friend and I heard the drums for Emotions, we jumped up and continued to rock out. We are so thankful she did that song. I did make a fan book and posters, but we weren't allowed to give her anything and after my multiple interactions and the tight security, I was satisfied and settled. It was a great experience, Mariah was her fun loving self, and it was great to see her live in her element and happy! The only thing I would like to say that put a temporary damper on the concert was an usher and her bodyguard continuously coming up to me, trying to put me in my place. At one point, before 'Honey,' he was all up in my face saying 'I knew you were going to give me trouble, I knew it!' I guess after touching her twice, which she came by to touch my hand, and the multiple interactions with her were 'disturbing the concert.' Really? Sorry for being a true fan and having the greatest moment of my life! Some people, you give them a little authority and they run with it. Also, with being in the front row being under constant watch, I was unable to get any good pictures or video. But, enough of all the bleakness, the concert was a joyride through past and present hits, and I will never be the same after that night!"


BY LUCIFRID | 02. 03. 2010 | COMMENTS: 0 | SOURCE: MARIAH DAILY JOURNAL, HEROES OF MARIAH

Recenze fanoušků i tisku na koncert na Floridě.

A subdued Mariah slays 'em at the Hard Rock - By Leslie Gray Streeter - Palm Beach Post

The artist: Mariah Carey
Where: Seminole Hard Rock's Hard Rock Live on Thursday night

The songs we heard: "Touch My Body," "We Belong Together," "Shake It Off," "The Impossible," crowd singalongs "Always Be My Baby" and "Hero".

The rundown: The last time I saw Mariah Carey in concert, she was in full over-the-top shiny mode. There were dancers – lots of dancers. And boobs. And a giant butterfly shining like a specialized diva Bat Signal, and clown or a mime – can't remember which one – on hand to run around and fawn, and, at one point, paint Mariah's picture.

Of course, it was, in its way, completely amazing, because that's the mode that Mariah, at that point just about to make a massive comeback, was in. And as over-the-top as it was, you loved it because, as my guest pointed out to me, she was being totally authentic because she's into all that stuff. The Mariah Carey that commanded the stage from mostly a fixed position on Thursday at the Hard Rock was doing the diva thing just as emphatically as before, flirting with the crowd and acting as the sparkly mother hen to another brood of limber "Kids From Fame"-esque dancers and wielding that effortless gazillion-octave range at will like a glittery sword.

But if the previous version – and indeed, the version we've seen accepting awards lately – was still working some beneath-her-dignity MTV vixen mojo that she's too talented and not 25-years-old enough for, Thursday's Mariah had settled into some vintage 50s screen siren self-aware state. Installed behind a mic stand, or luxuriating on a snow-white divan as – and I could not even begin to make this up – assistants appeared on stage to reapply her make-up and touch up her hair. She did a few of her dancier hits, like "Touch My Body," teetering uncertainly on heels whose height she joked about. But the evening was draped in a decidedly sultry air, as Mariah delivered torchy, romantic ballads and poked self-aware fun at her own image.

"This is not an alcoholic beverage," she giggled, as she sipped what appeared to be champagne from a glass that had been presented to her on-stage, holding it elegantly by the stem, as if having taken lessons from Bette Davis.

Although the singer ocassionally seemed shaky on her feet, her voice was strong, assured and, as usual, eerily effortless. She and her lithe young dancers neatly illustrated some of her greatest hits, including a mash-up of "Heartbreaker" with preceding diva Diana Ross' "Love Hangover;" "Honey," "Make It Happen," which the dancers began to a recorded track with Mariah appearing to blow open the bridge.

There is no proof that Mariah Carey will never again appear on stage in a teensy-tiny skirt, spilling over her low-cut bodice. But this very special elegant throw-back of a performance reminds us that with that voice and that self-assurance, she doesn't need all that to hold attention.


Mariah Carey struts, sings and sips at the Hard Rock - By Renee Michelle Harris - South Florida Times

From the onstage hair styling and application of makeup, to sipping water from a champagne glass, Mariah Carey took the diva effect to her own level in a sold-out performance at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino near Hollywood last week.

Because I am a fan of the "old" Mariah, the "Vision of Love" singer with the five-octave voice who seemed destined to join the ranks of what I call the singers-with-substance club, it took some effort for me to leave my preconceived notions about Mrs. Nick Cannon and her fluff factor at the door.

Descending from the ceiling of the elegantly decorated stage swathed in shades of purple, Carey greeted her fans' deafening screams by going into some of her most popular songs, including "Touch my Body," and "Shake it Off," before slowing it down with a touching tribute to Haiti with "Angels Cry."

It's the mix of tunes with one-dimensional titles and lyrics to match, combined with the very elegantly attired, coiffed and meticulously made-up woman that underscores the complexities which define Mariah Carey. She's like a little girl playing dress up – brilliantly becoming a multi-millionaire and one of the most popular female singers in the world in the process.

Carey is aware of the media's scrutiny of her every move. When she sipped water from a champagne glass, she playfully told the audience, "It's water. It's water. They make such a big deal about everything," alluding to recent reports that she was slightly inebriated while giving a speech at an awards program.

"This is not an alcoholic beverage, it's water in a champagne glass, because that's the way I like to drink my water," she assured adoring fans that sang along with virtually every song at her Jan. 21 performance.

Backed by a talented, four-member band that was conspicuously missing a lead guitar, three background singers and a cadre of dancers, Carey covered the entire stage. When she appeared somewhat unsteady in her stilettos, I attributed the unsteadiness to the sheer height of the shoes and not the content of her glass.

Fully and unapologetically owning her self-proclaimed diva status endears Carey to her fans. When she acknowledged that having her hair and makeup touched up on stage was "over-the-top-behavior," and then told the audience, "If you were me, you'd do the same thing," she got a big "I ain't mad at you, Mariah," laugh from the crowd.

Carey borrowed from legendary diva Diana Ross with her own version of "Love Hangover," and allowed her dancers to strut their stuff for most of "Make it Happen," before taking the stage to belt out the bridge.

Trey Lorenz, Carey's honey-voiced partner on the Michael Jackson remake of "I'll Be There," took the stage for a soulful rendition of the King of Pop's "Rock with You" during one of Carey's three costume changes.

The multiple Grammy Award-winning Carey embodies the motto, "Nothing beats a failure but a try," in her fearless intent to live and perform on her own terms. It's evident in her career as an actress, where she bombed in her debut performance in the pitiful Glitter, only to later gain the respect of critics by demonstrating real acting chops in a couple of independent films before cementing her thespian talent as a social worker in the acclaimed movie Precious.

And it's evident in the rollercoaster ride called her musical career, which despite her very public 2001 emotional breakdown and Virgin Records' very expensive buyout of her contract, has seen more highs than lows.

What others think she should do with her voice apparently matters little to Carey, who has sold over 175 million albums in her 20-year career.

While her show last Thursday was definitely entertaining, it's Carey's determination to be true to herself that has won my respect.


Mariah Carey Delivers At South Florida "Angels Advocate" Tour Stop - By Anthony Jones - Celebrity News Service (CNS)

Just give Mariah Carey a microphone and she'll either have a global audience in stitches, like her now infamous acceptance speech at the Palm Springs Film Festival where the superstar was slightly toasted, or in complete awe, like she had the sold-out crowd during her "Angels Advocate" tour stop at the Hard Rock Live in the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, FL.

Descending from the stage in a glittered swing and wearing pounds of tulle, Carey's opening was reminiscent of a birthday girl at an MTV "My Super Sweet 16" party. But Carey, much like her very much self-aware personality, is over-the-top when it comes to her look. Every dress (she wore four) and heel sparkled. "Like the ensem?," she asked the audience after changing into a new floor length gown.

Mariah delivered some of her biggest hits from her now, believe it or not, twenty-year career. Her earliest material only came in a dancer interlude for "Make it Happen" and her latest, the stunning "Memoirs of an Imperfect Angel," was relegated to only four tracks. Otherwise, the material mostly consisted of selections from "Butterfly" and on, including Billboard's recently named Song of the Decade "We Belong Together" and her latest hit "Obsessed." She also included some discography highlights like the rousing gospel-influenced "Fly Like a Bird" and the smooth jazz inflections of "Subtle Invitation."

But as engaging as any of her performances was Mariah's interaction with the audience. She took a few times to joke about her headline-making acceptance speech, although she did "lady-like sips" of a glass of champagne for herself. "Because it's my stage and I can," she said. Before another song, she also had her make-up people come onto the stage for retouching. "You know if it was you on stage, you'd do it too," she joked.

Most importantly at a Mariah Carey show is the voice and she was almost surprisingly pitch perfect. Just when you think there's some playback assistance, she adds a run or changes the note to something different from the album version. It's a lot more Mariah than some naysayers might think. Check out her live sung introduction of life-long backup singer Trey Lorenz which was both impressive singing and hilarious.

Carey has never been the most exciting stage performer but leave the tricks to the Britney's and the Gaga's. The diva delivered, giving vocal performances of her biggest hits that hold up with any of her performances in the past decade. She's also showing more of who Mariah really is than ever, and for fans, that's an endearing treat.


FAN REVIEWS

James: "I've seen Mariah every time she's been to South Florida. The Music Box Tour was my first concert ever, in fact. I've loved every time I've seen her despite certain aspects of her shows that I didn't enjoy (having a DJ in between costume changes on The Adventure of Mimi Tour). But last night she cemented her place in music history (something us lambs already knew). She was simply amazing. The show was seamless as one song led into another and only pause in between songs was for Mariah to interact with the crowd. Her voice was great, even with the backing track in some songs she was still hitting those notes effortlessly. It seemed not eveyone knew her newer songs but they sure knew her older hits. The crowd was a mixture of young and old, new fans and Mariah's Lambs. I did hear a lot of people complain the concert was not long enough and others were saddened that she cut Emotions from last night's set. Overall, the reponse seemed positive."

Cristian: "It was my second time to have the privilege to witness Mariah Carey in concert. The first time was back in 2006 in the Adventures of Mimi. Angels Advocate turns out to be an intimate occasion to get delighted of what Mimi's fans we like the best, Her Voice. Let me get straight to the point, Mariah gets better by the year. Her voice is not only impeccable but you can tell that the songstress has been on the stage almost 20 years already. She sang for everyone from the old Honey and Always Be My Baby fans to the latest Obsessed followers. With performances like Fly Like a Bird, We Belong Together and her new work It's A Wrap or Angels Cry only give credit that she is already undoubtedly a living legend and her legacy for sure will be remembered for many years to come. I only hope I can see Mariah over and over again and relive the amazing experience of having the chance to see one of the most gifted singers of all time. Bless you Mariah and thank you for bringing us your gift to your fans in South Florida. It is not only appreciated but immensely enjoyed by the ones who will always acknowledge what a unique artist of the present time you are."

Benjamin: "I just came out from the Angels Advocate Tour concert at the Hard Rock Live theatre and let me tell you that it was amazing! It was my first time to see her and I was in the front there watching how her sweat came down from her forehead to her throat! Her vocals were fierce and on the beat! Her wardobe was fab and the ambience was perfect! Cannot complain. She put on a really well balanced show with some classics, and some newbies, and her performance was great overall. I encourage all fans to go see her at a show near you 'cause it was totally worth paying for."

Ashley: "Mariah shut the Hollywood Hard Rock Casino down! It was so amazing! I went by myself to the show. Traffic was crazy. Everyone was rushing to get in. They were very strict on the "No Camera" policy. I even got in trouble for having my camera out during the show and was told that if they saw it again, it was gonna get taken away. But honestly, going through all the trouble and getting in trouble is all worth it for Mariah. I was able to capture lifetime memories. I bought a key chain and one of the neck lanyards with Mariah's picture and tour dates on the back, 'cause that's all I could really afford; but they have an amazing collection of souvenirs and accessories so I suggest you pick some items up! I sat in one of the floor sections. It was kinda hard to see with everyone standing up and trying to stand on their chairs and stuff. It started a little after 8pm. The opening act came out and performed. I had never really heard of them before but I enjoyed their performance. Mariah came out a little before 9pm and the crowd went wild. Including myself. She looked like such an angel coming down on that swing. From that point on, the show was amazing. I loved how Mariah interacted with the crowd a lot. And was able to joke while sipping some 'sparkle' from time to time about the whole 'speech' event. She sang some classics as well as some recent hits and closed the show with 'Hero.' This is seriously a once in a lifetime event. Well worth everything in my opinion. Voice was flawless. For those who are hating on the show... 'I should crack you right in your forehead....' cause you can't even see a good thing even when it's right in front of you. Mariah I love you. Forever and always. Your loyal lamby for life."

Kathryn: "I arrived at the Hard Rock early, after hanging out with a couple lambs, to beat the crowd and pick up my ticket at Will Call. After reading reviews from previous shows, I had a general idea of how the night would progress. I had already prepared myself for several Michael Jackson songs and a very late start, so I was pleasantly surprised when Rydaznrtist started just a little after 8... and even more surprised that we didn't have to wait too much longer for Mariah. As soon as the crowd saw 'MARIAH' flash across the curtain, we knew it was almost showtime! A few minutes later, Mariah descended from the air on her swing. The energy levels throughout the venue were simply incredible, especially on the floor! The entire show was amazing and I loved the setlist! I especially loved that she did a lot of older songs as the crowd seemed more receptive then; she sang something for everyone. The highlight of my night, however, was her performance of 'Fly Like A Bird' - it became my favorite song after seeing it live twice during The Adventures of Mimi tour, and I get goosebumps every time! I also loved Angels Cry (another one of my favourites) and the aerial acrobats were really awesome! My only real complaint is that I would have liked the show to be longer - she left me wanting more! Mariah was nothing short of spectacular! If I won the lotto, I would most definitely buy tickets to every one of the shows on this tour. Although I didn't get to meet her after the show, my friend and I got to hang out with 2/3 of Rydaznrtist. They're the sweetest, most down-to-earth guys and I have to say, I'm an even bigger fan of theirs because of this!"

Ebony: "When I arrived the opening act was already playing and people were dancing and having a good time. After they went off a few of Michael Jackson's hits came on which pumped the crowd even more. After about ten minutes the stage starts glowing with the word Mariah blaring. Everyone started to scream as she descended down on a swing, her angelic voice filling the room and exciting fans. I was screaming at the top of my lungs as well as everyone else. Before this night I had never known how many lambs there truly were. People with Mariah on their shirts, their faces, their bags! Through the whole concert people were singing like crazy - boys, girls, it didn't matter we were all pumped! My favorite song she performed was Touch My Body preferably because I felt that at that time, all of the people in the room synced with each other and we all swayed with satisfaction. Unfortunately my seats were not the best and I am not 6 ' 7 so I could not see Mariah for a majority of the concert. Even so I sang along and danced as if I was in the front row. Despite a dispute between people in front of me and the people in back of me, the concert was nothing short of amazing. The stands selling her merchandise were packed with people all wanting a Mariah shirt or poster. I made a few friends in the line actually (Mariah wasn't kidding when she said her fans were like family). As I was leaving I thought this could just possibly be the best night of my life. My rating: 5 stars!"

Anonymous: "We are huge Mariah Carey fans and have been since she was a teen; incredible person and simply unbelievable voice - we were so excited to see her at our first Hard Rock concert event. She began her show at about 8:50pm and at 9:25pm we were in our car exiting the Hard Rock for the following reasons: We were in section 105 way back on the floor and could not see, nor hear, at all. The people next to us (a Miami Police Officer and his wife) left too for the same reason. Everyone was standing on their chairs both in front and in back of us and were screaming the words to the first 2 songs so it was obvious that we wouldn't be able to enjoy the event. We did go to the Box Office but the Manager said everyone had the right to stand up and dance; she disagreed that they were standing on their chairs but said there was nothing she could do... and we were 'out' $210. If we hadn't had a great dinner at the Steak restaurant at the Casino, it would have been such a disappointment - but we were really just awaiting the concert at the restaurant for 2.5 hours, so the evening wasn't a complete bust. By the way, the lady ushers (in red jackets) tried to get people to at least stand on the floor (vs. them being up on the chairs) but to no avail! We would never return to this type of venue again! Guess we'll have to be satisfied watching her DVDs and listening to her music in other ways... wish it had been a more positive experience."

Jim: "Everyone says they are Mariah's biggest fan, but my friend Mauricio and I proved it by getting front row seats. It was an otherworldly experience. Mariah's singing was so spectacular that it took your breath away. The whole event -- from the planning stages of our costumes and assembling gifts for Cha Cha, Mariah's newest puppy, to the actual concert -- was a celebration. It was pure joy. We arrived as the opening act was finishing because, as Mimi says, to be late is 'in my DNA.' The guards told us no cameras/posters/flowers, which was devastating to us, because we had bags full of flowers and our own creations. We had spent weeks creating at least 20 posters, outfits, gifts, etc., and now we had to abandon them at the entrance. Fortunately, with some petitioning, the guards let us take in one bag of clothing/costumes and one poster each. We also had some magic wands and one strategic piece of clothing that actually made Mariah laugh. Trey Lorenz was the first to notice us. He was upstairs with Sherry and a back-up singer I didn't recognize (woman from Harlem), and Trey pointed at us. He could see our matching handmade glittering rainbow shirts and especially our pink satin and sequined butterfly capes. When we lifted the capes, they looked like giant butterflies. I held up a poster that read L.O.V.E.U., and on the back was a big Hello Kitty poster that said 'Hello Mariah.' Every song was a favorite, but I have to agree with our friend Elena that the best performance of the evening was 'Fly Like a Bird.' She killed it. Her voice was astounding. I was in tears and beyond. A friend commented later that she sounded better than in previous concerts. As if she could get better? Who can you compare to her? No one. The moment that made Mariah laugh was when she started 'It's a Wrap,' another song that she just destroyed (in the good way, of course. No positive word is strong enough to convey it). As she introduced the song, we reached into our bag and pulled out two fluffy pink shoulder throws, or 'wraps,' and wrapped them around our necks. As she waltzed the stage towards us, her eyes suddenly met ours. Then she saw the pink wraps. She threw her head back and widened her smile! But somehow she kept singing through it all. We were so happy that we brought a smile to her face. After that moment, we were content to say, 'It's a Wrap.' We were so happy that she added 'Always Be My Baby' back into the set list, although there were many other songs ('Emotions') that would have been equally as fabulous. Alas, all good things must come to an end, and Mariah introduced what Billboard recently named the 'Song of the Decade.' The song 'We Belong Together' had everyone singing as if we were a 6,000 member Glee Club. When she left the stage, the crowd erupted. That's when I opened my butterfly wings and flew to center stage. I flapped my wings and floated away. The fans loved it and so did the band (especially Trey). Mauricio and I stood right underneath the microphone stand as Mariah returned to sing 'Hero.' I don't think I need to explain that it was an out of body experience. Afterwards, people kept asking to take photos with us and our glittering outfits, and eventually the guards escorted us away. We were given a backstage pass but couldn't get access. We did, however, find someone going backstage and gave them the care package for Cha Cha, so we know that Mariah received one of our gifts. The biggest gift of all, of course, was the music, and we are so grateful for it. As Mariah always says, never give up on your dreams, believe in yourself/know what you want, and you can make it happen. Our wish is the same for you and you and you. A hero lies in all of us. Find it, go out there, and fly."

Todd: "I saw Mariah last Thursday night in Hollywood. She looked great! She sounded amazing! (This was my 4th Mariah concert.) It was a pleasure to hear her sing songs from the last 2 albums that I never saw/heard her sing in person before. 'Touch My Body' was flawless, invigorating. The band was incredible. What a great show! I wanted to thank you for keeping us all posted on her set lists over the last few weeks... with the song substitutions for each performance. You do a fantastic job on this site! What a treat. Your efforts are much appreciated!"
BY LUCIFRID | 02. 03. 2010 | COMMENTS: 0 | SOURCE: MARIAH DAILY JOURNAL, HEROES OF MARIAH

Recenze fanoušků i tisku na koncert v Atlantě.

Mariah Carey performs at the Fox in Atlanta - By Q McElroy - Atlanta Journal-Constitution

Leather, fur, metallics, shades, open-toe stilettos... and that was in the Fox Theatre lobby before the show started.

And the show did finally start at 9 p.m. when pop star Mariah Carey descended from high above wearing a gold bodice and fluffy white tulle skirt. Granted, almost all headliners start after ticket time – but the crowd had to sit through song after song after song by Michael Jackson and his brothers. Some in the exasperated crowd, which included grade-school girls and fashionable tweens, started booing during song breaks to get Ms. Mariah's attention (it didn't work).

Atlanta's own music mogul Jermaine Dupri helped her open the party scene with "Shake it Off" from her immensely successful "Emancipation of Mimi" comeback album. With a perfect tan, she sashayed and pranced her way through songs and wardrobe changes – from the full gold ruching to a long gold halter gown to short silver sequined sheath with mini fur jacket to long black sequined gown. She was visually stunning, even if we had to sit through her Betty Boop imitations.

The big question of the night: Did she act crazy... or tipsy? The answer is no. In fact, she playfully joked throughout the night especially when she took "tinsy ladylike sips" of "apple juice." And she acknowledged her love affair with fans (the kind that keep her hair in perpetual flight) saying, "It is what it is."

As for her singing, I'm having mixed feelings. At points it was reminiscent of the vocal prowess from her first album. At other times, marshmallow-soft air notes evaporated in the crowd (a friend suggested she wouldn't be able to win "American Idol" with that performance).

Truth be told, I have bought Mariah CDs and still listen to them, but there were times Tuesday I couldn't figure out if there was some occasional lip-synching. Which on the surface wouldn't be terrible if she put on a high-energy show like Beyonce or Lady Gaga. But let's be honest: the only sweat Mariah works up is when she's air boxing with that right arm.


FAN REVIEWS

Bryson: "I arrive at the venue and opening act RydazNRtist are just starting their set. They get the crowd hyped! They were done in about 15 mins. Then, the crowd got entertained by some Michael Jackson songs. But, at one point people started to get restless and jeered and booed a little. Soon, there are some stage directors behind the curtain, and they turn on the Mariah lights shining through the fabric on curtain! Then, the curtain pulls back and 'Butterfly Intro' starts playing! She comes down on her swing, and starts daydream interlude, I was so excited! She did "Shake It Off' as the opener, and Jermaine Dupri was there to rap with the song! As the show continued, Mariah had 3 costume changes, and sang great songs that I love! Not to mention, the audience was so responsive! There were people sitting down, but they clapped and were very lively! Something that pissed me off, was that a older couple was sitting behind me, and left after a couple of songs! I guess they were expecting her to sing her 'older' type of music! I don't know why they were surprised, Mariah has been doing this style for a while now! I don't get why they came! But, Mariah still made her money off them, their loss, her gain! Overall, the show had nice choreography, and it wasn't too over the top or anything, a good normal show! I wish she would've sung more songs! On the 'Mimi' tour she sang 22! Maybe she's tired or just wants to do a simpler tour! Anyway, great show Mariah, and I'll see you next time!"

Caleb: "I sat in row D in the orchestra section which is 4 rows behind the pit. After the show started the crowd was super pumped and excited. After she started, my disappointment of the set list being so short just vanished and I just couldn't help but enjoy the show. She had a bit of a technical difficulty during 'Touch My Body' but no one really seemed to care we just loved having her in our presence. After the show ended, we went back around the building to wait for her to come out, as we waited we chatted with other fellow Mariah fans and sang songs outside as we waited. Trey Lorenz came out to say Hi to the audience and being that it was his birthday tonight we all sang happy birthday to him. Then Tatum came out and chatted with us for a while. Anyway, so finally Mariah came out and everyone went crazy. I took some nice footage of her as well as me shaking her hand before she jumped onto her bus. After Trey and Tatum were outside just chatting with everyone and Trey signed my ticket. The show and the night was amazing and I can't wait for the second time around."

Jorge: "Wow! What can I say? The show was amazing! I arrived at Fox Theatre around 7:30pm. Traffic was traffic as it always is in Atlanta haha. I went and found my seat a little later afterwards.The crowd and me included were getting more and more energy as the Michael Jackson songs faded in and out. It got to the point where people eventually started to boo when an MJ song ended and another begin disappointed that Mariah hadn't popped on stage yet. What made the evening a night to remember was that the second it started it was basically intense until the finale. You could feel the whole crowd singing to 'We Belong Together' and 'Hero.' The opening sequence is so amazing and beautiful to see in person compared to just looking at pictures. It was 100% Talent, 100% The Voice and definitely a night I won't forget anytime soon."

Robyn: "I just wanted to say that the concert was amazing! Mariah sounded wonderful. I didn't get to meet Mariah personally, but I met Rydaznartist. They were very nice. What a way to spend my birthday!"

Ashante: "Just got back from seeing Mariah at the Fox Theatre and it was AMAZING! I actually won front row tickets from Honey B Fly and wow my seats were amazing. After seeing her at Madison Square Garden I knew this show was going to be amazing. After flying down from Jersey we arrive at the Fox Theatre and it's a beautiful venue! We waited an hour or so for Mariah to come out and it was worth the wait. Majority of the crowd was on their feet as Mariah belted out My All, It's A Wrap, Emotions, Angels Cry! Mariah was soo amazing! Amazing show! AMAZING night!"

Antonio: "Mariah put on an incredible show last night. She seemed in very good spirits and her voice was in full range! The crowd was very lively and anxious as Michael Jackson hits were blasting. After an hour of waiting people starting getting a little upset, but they really came to life as Mariah descended down to the stage on a swing while the Butterfly/Daydream intro played. The highlight moments came when she performed Fly Like A Bird: it literally felt like we were in church as she sailed through the bridge and closing lines of the song, everyone had their hands raised singing every note with her. Angels Cry: she dedicated to the victims in Haiti. At times the fog was too much, she couldn't be seen very well because it was so thick at times. However, the vocals were extremely passionate-it was a chill bump moment as she added fresh emotion to the song by doing more soulful vocals than she does on the album version. It's A Wrap: she requested a mic stand but finally gave up after waiting for about a minute, once the song started she sang it flawlessly. My All: seemed a little more soulful than in past performances (A+). Emotions: this was the show stealing moment. Mariah showed that she still "has it"...hitting every note with perfection. You could tell who the fans were from 'back in the day' as she sang Emotions, we were all on our feet taking it back 1991. Emotions was my favorite song of the night! Obsessed: drove the crowd wild! As soon as MC said "and I'm like why are you so obsessed with me" everyone started screaming and dancing. Mariah obviously enjoyed the audience's response to Obsessed. Of course We Belong Together was another crowd pleaser. It was hard to hear her at times because the whole audience was singing every line with her. After the show I waited outside the theatre to meet Mariah. Trey Lorenz came out and talked with the fans. We sang happy birthday to him (during the show Mariah told us it was his birthday). Then Sherry Tatum came out and talked with fans and took pictures. She was really kind to everyone, she told us that Mariah would be out in a few minutes (Mary Ann wasn't at the show). Jermaine Dupri came out about 15 minutes before Mariah. When Mariah came out she told everyone thanks for coming and that we were a good crowd. She posed for pics and signed a few autographs before boarding the bus. All in all the show was perfect! Getting to see Mariah live made my life! Nothing compares to meeting her after the show!"

Sarah: "I got to see Mariah last night! I'm still excited! I was in the first row behind the pit section. The security guards were pouncing on people with cameras, not even letting people take pictures of each other or away from the stage (even before the show started!), which probably accounts for your lack of photo submissions. Dallas Austin was two rows in front of me, and I asked the guy next to me, 'Did you see Dallas Austin over there?' He said he knew him, and that he was a recording artist named Esty. I told him I was gonna see if Dallas could hook me up so I could meet Mariah, and Esty said they were going to go backstage with Dallas, but Mariah wasn't seeing visitors. He said she was feeling a little under the weather. Crap! So the one time I had a chance to get the hookup, I was foiled! The show was great - it was about the same as the others have been described, with Mariah joking around about her water and play-acting like a demanding diva. It seemed kinda scripted, but it was still cute. I had made a shirt in hopes that Mariah would see it, but I don't think she did. Maybe the people around me were just lukewarm or just recent Mariah fans... I was the only one singing along to every song! It was only during 'We Belong Together,' 'Obsessed' and 'Hero' that I had accompaniment. I really wished I was sitting close to people who were as excited to be there as I was! It was a great show, overall, short though it was (in comparison with Rainbow and Adventures of Mimi shows). Any day I get to see Mariah is a good day!"

Bradley: "This is the first MC concert I have ever been to. But I can tell you MC did a wonderful job, she may have been late but it was worth the wait! It was also worth standing outside in the cold with no jacket to see her within feet. This is the best concert I have ever been to!"

Jeremy: "I waited twenty years for the moment I experienced January 19. In all my years as a fan, I had never gotten the chance to see Mariah live. I finally got that chance, and it was WELL worth the wait! Mariah started the show late, but that was a good thing in my case. I was delayed by work and traffic, as I had to drive over 100 miles to get to the venue. From the moment she descended from the ceiling in her swing, I was instantly transformed into a giddy little kid, full of excitement. The crowd erupted onto its feet and stayed standing for the majority of the show, only sitting when Mariah was off stage. She was at the top of her vocal game, blasting the roof off with her signature high notes and belting her way flawlessly through the ballads. She re-affirmed my faith with her rendition of 'Fly Like A Bird.' After her amazing performance of 'Emotions,' the audience screamed and applauded so loudly that Mariah was forced to stop for a minute to take it all in. She kept the energy level up throughout the night. The set list was somewhat short, but she completely delivered on the vocals. I have been to many concerts over the years. I've seen some of the greatest vocalists in the industry. Mariah Carey surpassed every other act I've seen, as well as my own expectations of her. I can't wait for the chance to see her in concert again!"

Adam: "I've never been to see her before. I have been so excited since getting my tickets. I got to Fox Theatre early, about 5:50pm. I was very upset when they announced no photos, but thankfully, we were able to get pictures. The anticipation of Mariah's arrival is building and about to explode. But, it is another hour and 15 (ish) minutes before she comes to the stage. People were booing because of the wait, but once she was there, everyone was so excited! I couldn't believe Mariah was actually in front of me. When she sang 'Shake It Off,' JD came out on stage and it was a perfect performance. Her voice was grabbing the spotlight. She looked beautiful as well. The crowd loved 'Fly Like A Bird' and the musicians dancing to 'Subtle Invitation' was very nice. I loved her live version of this great song. 'It's A Wrap' was excellent. She introduced the song, sang it perfect and we all loved it. Next was 1991's #1, Emotions. Being a fan for so many years, I've always wondered what the high pitched notes would sound like live...I was blown away with goosebumps. It was amazing to hear her nail it note for note. It was perfectly done and everyone screamed, cheered and loved it. Was truly amazing. The crowd went CRAZY when she started Obsessed.' Everyone was on their feet, dancing and singing. Was awesome. She announced 'We Belong Together' as Song Of The Decade and the crowd screamed with joy as she sang the smash. She ended the perfect night with the fitting single, 'Hero.' It is fitting because Mariah is so many people's 'hero.' She touches so many people with her lyrics, she inspires us, moves us and we love her 'imperfections.' She gave such a beautiful show that I'll never forget. She's amazing, she's beautiful, she's talented, she's Mimi. Her voice was pitch perfect and she hit note for note. Overall, it was amazing. I didn't think I could love MCC anymore, but it's official, I do. Everything (with the exception of the delay) was amazing."

Mayar: "OMG! My dream came true last night! I have been a Mariah Carey fan ever since the beginning! Her concert was AMAZING! Like the other fans stated, it started a little late (I overheard one of the ushers saying that she arrived late and that may have been the cause) but we waited patiently and boy was it worth it! To speed things along after the concert we went around back and got to meet Mariah, Jermaine Dupri, Trey Lorenz, Sherry Tatum, the dancers, the assistants, body guards and her road manager Michael. We even got to see them pack up the tour bus with luggage, food, costumes, everything! Wow! What a night, It was everything like I had imagined and it included everyone's autograph!"

Darrell: My experience was amazing! I took a very good friend of mine, who just lost her sister so I wanted her to hear one of Mariah's many songs that touches on spirituality to help. We were in the 5th row (right behind Dallas Austin), so we were right there up front with her. The show started on time and Mariah was on point all night long. Whether it was singing her amazing range from the lows all the way to the top of her falsetto, talking with the crowd, or joking about the infamous tipsy interview; my girl put on an awesome show. When song four started ('Fly Like a Bird'), I told my friend, this is the exact song I wanted you to hear! Afterwards, we continued dancing for the whole show! Next, many local radio stations were also noting that she was allowing a track to handle her vocals. Unfortunately for these individuals, this was not the real case, as I am a musician (20 yrs+) and watch for these types of faux-performances. Ms. Carey had a track playing on some of the background parts and choruses (which is pretty industry standard at this point) but was singing well above the level and sang the entire show. I saw her with the Emancipation tour in ATL, 7th row, and it was really great too, but she caught slack for that performance as well. I just wanted my opinion on this to be known, as she is still a very, very talented singer it seems like people still hate on her because they are jealous or something, not too sure about all that but wanted to set the record straight. The surprise of 'Subtle Invitation' from Charmbracelet was really nice, as I love that album. Also, the new tracks were really good too, with a personal attraction to her lovely new song 'It's A Wrap.' In the closing, 'We Belong Together' was a super banger, and 'Hero' were both awesome hearing everyone behind singing right along with her. I hope Mariah tours more in the future, keeps putting out albums, and ignores all of the hating mess that seems to follow her around. I would tell her… COME THROUGH ATL ANYTIME HUNNIE, AND WE WILL PAY TO SEE YOU DO YO THANG! Hahahaha."
BY LUCIFRID | 02. 03. 2010 | COMMENTS: 0 | SOURCE: MARIAH DAILY JOURNAL, HEROES OF MARIAH

Recenze fanoušků na druhý koncert ve Foxwoods.

FAN REVIEWS

Jonny: "Mariah was on fire once again! Saturday night's show at the MGM Grand did not disappoint! Mariah looked beautiful as she descended down to the stage in a long gold gown, different from the one she's worn the past few shows, and curly hair. The setlist was essentially the same as Friday night, with the addition of 'Up Out My Face,' which Mariah said they've been back and forth about putting in the setlist. Mariah revealed that it was Nick's idea to put 'Emotions' in the setlist. A festive moment for this show was a birthday celebration onstage for choreographer Debbie Allen, who came on stage for a splash and to be serenaded by Mariah with 'Happy Birthday.' It was a great show from start to finish, with exceptionally powerful performances of 'Love Hangover/Heartbreaker,' 'Emotions' and 'It's A Wrap.' I am looking forward to seeing what the rest of this tour has to offer!"

Carrie: "To summarize my night, I'd have to say it was a phenomenal one. Mariah came on stage at a reasonable time. I was worried that she would be late like she was for the previous concert. Compared to my last concert (The Adventures of Mimi), the show was so much more intimate, and I enjoyed my seats (fourth row-thanks HBF!) She made a lot of jokes about her drunken speech' from a few weeks ago, and every time she did the crowd roared with laughter. Mariah had no trouble poking fun at herself and the rumors, and it made the mood of the show more relaxed. She did talk with the audience every now and then, and waved to fans throughout the show. The band was great, the dancers were incredible (especially during Angels Cry when a man and woman were hanging from the ceiling!) and Mariah's back up singers who we all know and love were both singing their parts and-even though they were high up-smiling and waving to members in the audience. After tonight, I have no doubt in my mind that 'The Voice' is still as powerful as ever."

Brad: "I was in the front row, stage right, seat A8. I enjoyed the concert a great deal. I saw her in Vegas at the Pearl and also on New Year's Eve at Madison Square Garden. The show had a pretty good flow. The 'birthday party' for Debbie Allen was unexpected and kind of cute. Although it is clear that vocally Mariah relies on a backing track, when she improvises her vocals she is at her best. Vocally, a real stand out of the night was her seated performance of 'My All.' Personally, I enjoyed the special interaction I got with her since I was the closest person to her and I am very tall (6' 3"). For example, she and I sang back and forth on 'Make it Happen' and her face lit up when she noticed my change of outfits into the Angels Advocate Tour T-shirt. Also, during the encore performance of 'Hero' she smiled when she noticed I was now wearing the concert T-shirt from her Music Box Tour of 1993 and she pointed at me and sang 'a Hero lies in you.' I pointed back at her too. Big Nasty also gave a wave when I shouted his nickname. The crowd was ok. Parts of the center section did stand and dance but too many people sat in their seats at all times. Overall, it was a very special night and I loved overhearing an elderly couple, as they were leaving the theater, say to each other 'that was a pretty good concert.' It put a smile on my face."

Carlos: "I had a great night and great weekend overall! The show was fabulous and Mariah was so divalicious as usual. It was actually my first time seeing her in concert and I was not disappointed. Mariah is so down to earth and very funny. She was even poking fun of herself over the whole champagne incident lol. She was dressed really nice all night. She wore 4 different dresses and they were all sexy. And she still hits all the right notes and sings way better than most of these performers now a days. She went from from song to song with no hesitation. She sang songs that everyone knows like We Belong Together and Hero, and also sang fan favorites like Subtle Invitation and It's A Wrap. My favorite part of the show was when she sang Fly Like a Bird, she really sang that song lol. It was so amazing, it gave me goosebumps. The negative part of the show was that most of the crowd was really just a boring casino crowd which I don't get why you would go to a show that you paid big money for and just sit there the whole time. It doesn't make sense to me. But anyways, I would go see her again very soon. Hopefully she'll come back around next time she releases new material. And I'll be there!"
BY LUCIFRID | 02. 03. 2010 | COMMENTS: 0

Recenze fanoušků i tisku na první koncert ve Foxwoods.

Mariah Carey At The MGM Grand - By Thomas Kintner - The Hartford Courant

Mariah Carey has been in the news lately due to erratic behavior at a pair of recent award shows, most notably a woozy acceptance speech when she was honored at the Palm Springs Film Festival January 5 for her acting turn in the film "Precious." She didn't make it easy to forget those images during her trip to the stage Friday night for the first of two nights at the Foxwoods Resort Casino's MGM Grand Theater, where she sounded comfortable easing through her songs and a touch loopy in between them.

Sporting an enormously puffy dress, Carey descended from the rafters on a rope swing to flutter through "Butterfly," a seven-piece band adding cool dressing to its mellow flow. Carey's singing was mostly casual, building to snappy little bursts amid the puffy dance sway of "Shake it Off."

Her voice is a remarkable instrument at its high end, but her songs were frequently undeserving of the unleashing she gave it. Her simmering trip through the mechanical R&B of "Touch My Body" was neither seductive nor enticing, and the only moments that mattered in the expansive "Fly Like a Bird" were the displays of power and sky-scraping pitch with which she dappled its latter portions.

Her singing could nonetheless apply pyrotechnic enticement to an energetic reading of a stop sign, so Carey dolled up the shimmying dance wave of "It's Like That," snapping gamely at its otherwise unremarkable lyrics. With a troupe of as many as ten dancers circling her, she soared and sailed through a meshing of "Sweetest Hangover" and "Heartbreaker," clad in furry sleeves and one of the multiple abbreviated dresses she sported as the evening wore on.

When she wasn't singing, Carey meandered between songs, complaining about the lack of fans onstage to blow hair off of her face, laughing at her own circuitous asides even when there wasn't a punch line, and coming off more flaky than fun. For people who love to watch a superstar fiddle incessantly with her hair (and call stylists onstage when she's tired of doing it herself), it was a treat.

Despite her once-in-a-generation vocal tools, Carey left several numbers shapeless, among them an average take on "Angels Cry" and a reading of "The Impossible (Love Ya Like)" that, despite its swatches of rhythm, was more drowsy than hypnotic. Those moments made it all the more jarring – in a good sense – when she leapt into "Emotions," which stood out for its lively gait as Carey dressed it with a mix of sharp vocal jabs and almost spoken word delivery in some passages.

Carey was almost on the way out when a door hit her in the backside, courtesy of her dancers emerging from one of the set's enormous risers to join her for the percolating, static " Obsessed." That moment somehow caught up to her on the next song, as she stopped "We Belong Together" midway through its first verse and demanded her band begin again. She peppered its flow comfortably to finish her set, and then returned for a laid-back massaging of "Hero" that brought the 90-minute show to an easygoing close.


Mariah Carey Arrives Late, Sings Strong at MGM Grand at Foxwoods - By Kevin O'Hare - MassLive

Going to see Mariah Carey in concert these days is a little like catching a wild amusement park ride.

There's a lot of fun and a lot of thrills but also some not-so-subliminal fear in thinking that the ride might go right off its tracks at any moment.

The statuesque songstress with the five-octave range brought all those elements to her show before a full-house at the MGM Grand Theater at Foxwoods on Friday. It was just a little more than a week since Carey grabbed all the wrong kind of headlines for her wacky acceptance speech at the Palm Springs Film Festival, which she later blamed on "splashes of champagne."

The video of the slurred speech instantly became a YouTube classic, so when the Long Island native finally took the MGM stage an hour and 35 minutes after the 8 p.m. show time on the ticket Friday, there was plenty of concern going 'round right from the start.

The anxious and frustrated crowd had been booing just a few minutes earlier and it didn't help when an off-stage announcer said that Carey was running late due to the seemingly obligatory "accident on 95," that seems to get brought up whenever a performer arrives late for a show in the area.

Nevertheless, Carey did stage a pretty impressive if occasionally erratic 90-minute performance that was musically tight and well choreographed - even if the pacing was slightly marred by the soon-to-be-40-year-old singer's own unpredictable nature.

She definitely has a crazy side to her. One of the first things she said to the crowd was "Who's thirsty and drinking champagne?" making obvious light of her earlier incident. She said she was going to stick to water all night, but by her seventh song, which she sang while lounging like a diva on a plush couch, she did indulge in a bit of champagne saying "See this is what happens. They force it down my throat."

Carey is in the very early stages of her "Angels Advocate" tour, her first extended road show in more than three years. She was ably backed by a four-piece band, three singers and numerous exceptional dancers, who often grabbed the attention when the singer slipped off stage for a half-dozen costume changes. Her dresses were all skin tight, typically sparkling and all designed to flaunt her abundant cleavage.

After a brief introduction, the concert kicked off with the thumping dance track "Shake it Off," the erotic "Touch My Body," and one of her first vocal showcases of the evening, "Fly Like a Bird," which peaked with some of her trademark sky-high upper octave notes at the end.

Mid-set standouts included her early smash "Make it Happen," before "Angels Cry," the latter which featured two dancers spinning high above the singer's head.

In a set-up routine, she had a crew member come out and fix her hair, as Carey drew laughs when she said "I am a diva. A diva's a good thing."

She didn't totally stick to the script though. She seemed to be having problems with her in-ear monitors and was not pleased with some of the directives she was apparently receiving through them, including the set list. As the night progressed so did the pauses between songs and she blew the lyrics and had to re-start one of her biggest hits, "We Belong Together," right after saying that Billboard magazine had crowned it the most popular song of the decade.

Still with tracks such as "The Impossible" (husband Nick Cannon briefly came on-stage and gave her a long kiss after that one); a tasty mash-up of her own "HeartBreaker" with Diana Ross' "Love Hangover;" Carey's mega-hit "Emotions;" a fierce rendition of the Eminem-dissing "Obsessed;" and the encore of her classic "Hero," it was undoubtedly a crowd-pleasing night.

Hours earlier, the vocal trio RydazNRtist opened the night with a brief 15-minute set that was well received by the audience.


FAN REVIEWS

Jonny: "Better late than never! Although Mariah's descent on to the stage was considerably late, she proved that good things come to those who wait. Looking great and in good spirits, Mariah offered a powerful, energetic set, interjected with joking references to her 'entertaining' acceptance speech at the Palm Springs International Film Festival earlier this month. She sipped water a couple of songs in and later had a splash of champagne as she received the diva treatment introducing 'Subtle Invitation.' Careful observers noticed that she chuckled as she sang the line 'intoxicated' in 'Emotions' later on in the show. All jokes aside, this was a great show. Although this was another 'casino crowd,' this bunch was a bit more lively than those in the audience at the Borgata in Atlantic City. When Mariah urged the crowd to get up for 'It's Like That,' they obliged, and did so again for 'Emotions' and 'Obsessed.' Other highlights of the show included a vocally powerful performance of 'It's A Wrap,' a fun performance of 'Love Hangover/ Heartbreaker' (which in my opinion is a welcome addition to her setlist) and a soulful rendition of 'Fly Like A Bird,' which Mariah opted for tonight in place of 'H.A.T.E.U.' Husband Nick Cannon made a brief appearance on stage after 'The Impossible,' which Mariah dedicates to him. The show came to a close with 'We Belong Together,' which Mariah had to start over after a mishap with the stage door, and another amazing performance of 'Hero.' Even though many people, possibly even Mariah herself, may be tired of hearing this song, it will always provide a special moment for me."

Amanda Hanzlik: "Even though we had to wait a very long time for the show to start, it was a fantastic concert! Mariah's voice was in great form, and she absolutely brought it. The staging, placement of the band/background vocalists were simple, yet elegant, and it really highlighted Mariah and her amazing voice. The choreography really enhanced the beautiful and understated mood of the entire show. Mariah was funny, laid back and one of the best parts of the show was when Nick came out on stage, and they shared a kiss. It was so sweet! Her performance on 'Fly Like a Bird' was out of control. 'The Impossible' was beautiful and sensual, with amazing choreography. We also loved the fact that she included 'Subtle Invitation' (one of my all-time favorites!). I have been a fan since 'Vision of Love' was released (Yes, I am that old!), and I have now seen Mariah in concert seven times, and personally met her four times. She has never, ever seemed happier or looked more beautiful than she did last night."

Cory: "The show was down right incredible! I'm going to focus my thoughts on the music and her voice because I'm sure others will do a fine job of reviewing her attire and such. MARIAH SOUNDED AMAZING! I was in awe and even my friend who is only just a casual fan said she sounded great. She was quite late and people were getting restless, booing even, but once she got on stage they forgot all about that. 'Shake It Off' was NOT as boring of an opener as people thought it would be... and 'Touch My Body,' with a unique and harder drum arrangement, kept the momentum going. I'm a little disappointed that she dropped 'H.A.T.E.U,' but 'Fly Like A Bird' sounded great (and we could see that she still has that muscular arm!). The musical highlights of the show for me would have to be 'It's Like That' and 'Emotions.' The energy was so crazy during those songs it was surreal. The crowd was LOVING 'Emotions' and I do believe Mariah seems happy she decided to put that back in her shows. Overall, Mariah was on point, having fun, extremely personable and fun to watch. She poked fun of herself quite a bit, but that just made it all the more real and it felt like I was hanging out with her in a sense. The only negative thing that is consistent with most of her concerts is that they are too short and she needs to find more creative ways of incorporating more songs. I also get the feeling that she skipped 'Always Be My Baby' due to the late start. Other than that, awesome show and totally worth going! I'm looking forward to seeing her again in Boston and Vegas!"
BY LUCIFRID | 02. 03. 2010 | COMMENTS: 0 | SOURCE: MARIAH DAILY JOURNAL, HEROES OF MARIAH

Recenze fanoušků i tisku na koncert v Borgata Event Center, Atlantic City.

Mariah Carey at the Borgata - By David R. Stampone - Philadelphia Inquirer

The altogether dazzling yet disarmingly human super-diva Mariah Carey was checking some text onstage at the Borgata's sold-out Event Center Saturday night. "I've written a few songs in my life," she quipped in understated explanation. "And sometimes the set list changes."
So it had since her New Year's Eve show at Madison Square Garden. For this date, beginning in earnest her "Angels Advocate" tour, her first live jaunt in more than three years, Carey changed the order and swapped five different songs into her 18-tune set.

One - the romance-terminating "It's a Wrap," from 2009's Memoirs of an Imperfect Angel, her 12th studio album - was a highlight, allowing the singer to soulfully flaunt her vocal prowess out in front of the occasionally overwhelming backup voices.

Also laudable was the acted-out choreography of a diva's dismissal of her pleading, come-home-drunk guy (one of the nine dancers) with wised-up lines ("I was oh so acquiescent, but I learned my lesson") and her famously fluttering mic-free hand.

More song-specific and Mariah-centric thespian conceits would be a great concert idea, giving Carey enlivening focus for each number - and answering the complaints that the native Long Islander is too inert in performance. (And we know the woman can act, even under pressure: She went from the career-tailspin-inducing cinematic disaster that was her 2001 bomb, Glitter, to awards for her role as a social worker in last year's acclaimed Precious.)

Then again, the 2,200 excited fans in Atlantic City didn't seem to mind the statuesque Carey just walking the stage, casually bantering a bit but mostly communicating via her five-octave range, including the sparingly deployed pyrotechnics of her ultrahigh "dolphin squeal" whistle register.

Such live staples as her deliriously received 1991 smash "Emotions" - an unprecedented fifth consecutive No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, one of her countless chart-topping feats - would be unthinkable without those notes.

The closing encore was the inevitable "Hero," but oddly, even though Carey's new record is dedicated to Michael Jackson, she never did her renowned cover of the Jackson Five's "I'll Be There." (Trey Lorenz did emerge midset with Jackson's "Rock With You" in tribute while Carey changed costumes backstage.)

However, Carey got down with some Motown by effectively mashing Diana Ross' "Love Hangover" with her own dancey "Heartbreaker." And sharing the state of her heart as always, she performed the live debut of "The Impossible," dedicated to her rapper-actor-radio-DJ husband, Nick Cannon (who hosted an after-party at the Borgata's swanky mur.mur club).


Mariah Carey surprisingly dull in show at Borgata - By Scott Cronick - Press of Atlantic City

Mariah Carey may be a pop diva, but much of the sold-out crowd at Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa treated her like she was a deity on Saturday night.

Constantly taking pictures and video, screaming at the top of their lungs in appreciation and holding up signs to express their devotion, Carey's fans are undoubtedly loyal.

And they certainly have plenty of good reasons. Carey is to pop what Led Zeppelin is to rock, what Metallica is to metal and what Johnny Cash is to country.

Her resume doesn't lie. The Long Island, N.Y., native scored 18 No. 1 singles in the United States, second only to The Beatles and ahead of Elvis. Her 12 studio albums have sold more than 62.5 millions copies in the U.S., and earned her five Grammy awards as well as the title of most successful artist of the 1990s in the U.S. by Billboard.

Yet here was the 40-year-old songstress in Borgata's 2,200-seat Event Center. Like Madonna – arguably her only competition as the most popular female artist of all time – she should be playing arenas.

So why is she doing a mostly theater tour?

The truth is ... she's a bore. While Carey clearly has unbelievable pipes – her five-octave vocal range was on full display and flawless Saturday night – she has the stage presence of a slug. An attractive slug, but a slug nonetheless.

Surrounded by a nine-member dance team that was at worst clunky and at best average, Carey's idea of being a headliner consists of standing on stage, singing her heart out and letting the dancers do all of the work.

For the fans who are content with hearing her belt out unbelievable vocals, it works. For casual fans looking for a good show, Carey is certainly not that kind of entertainer.

On the road for the first time since her 2006 comeback tour, "The Adventures of Mimi," Saturday was Carey's second stop on her "Angels Advocate Tour" to support her new album, "Memoirs of an Imperfect Angel."

Carey, who made four costume changes but opened wearing a white dress partly made of feathers, rolled out a solid mix of her chart smashes, fan favorites and new tracks, showing her diversity and stellar range.

Although she pulled out songs that went all the way back to 1991, a large part of Carey's 18-song set came from "Memoirs" and 2005's "The Emancipation of Mimi."

Particularly memorable tracks off "Mimi" included the Usher-like "Shake It Off;" "It's Like That," which fuses old-school hip-hop from Run-DMC; and "We Belong Together," a No. 1 hit that cemented her career comeback.

All three of those tunes, as well as the fan favorite "Always Be My Baby," had one thing in common: Jermaine Dupri, who co-wrote them and served as guest DJ at an afterparty at Borgata's mixx nightclub.

Off "Memoirs," her latest singles "Obsessed" and "H.A.T.E.U." – Having A Typical Emotional Upset – seemed to get the biggest crowd reaction, while "Angels Cry" and "The Impossible," which she dedicated to husband Nick Cannon, who also performed at a Borgata afterparty, landed flat.

Carey was not shy about pulling out the big guns either, including at least a half-dozen No. 1 songs, all memorable in their own way.

"Touch My Body," off last year's "E=MC2," was simple pop at its best; "Heartbreaker" had the crowd on its feet; "Emotions" showed her fun, disco side and her ability to still hit every high note; and her signature "Hero" was a fitting finale.

Aside from her voice, there were other upsides. For the opener, Carey was lowered from the rafters on a giant swing. She drank Champagne and reclined on a couch while joking about her diva status during "Subtle Invitation": "Do they expect me to stand up for the whole show? They call me a diva because ... I guess I am one." She threw in a cover of the Diana Ross smash "Love Hangover" to lead into "Heartbreaker." And Trey Lorenz' cover of Michael Jackson's "Rock With You" was well done.

There also were some differences from her opening show at Madison Square Garden. Aside from "The Impossible," she also offered "Honey," the Latin-infused "My All" and one of the night's best, "It's a Wrap." And she surprisingly did not perform "Fantasy," one of her biggest hits and a show staple.

Carey certainly has had her share of ups and downs in a very public life that included her divorce from Columbia Records exec Tommy Mottolla, a well-documented emotional breakdown, the bomb of her movie "Glitter" and a period of dipping success. But she remains on top of the pop world for a variety of reasons: She keeps reinventing herself, she aligns herself with people like Dupri and she remains a stunning beauty.

But the main reason she's still a superstar is that she's way too talented to go away. If she could only amp up her stage presence, Madonna may even have something to worry about.


FAN REVIEWS

Jonny: "For those eager to hear songs from Mariah's back catalogue: Not to worry. She performed a handful of her number ones including 'Honey,' 'My All,' crowd-pleaser 'Always Be My Baby' and 'Emotions,' which hadn't been performed live in ten years. A nice addition to the setlist was a mashup of 1999's 'Heartbreaker' with Diana Ross' 'Love Hangover,' which Mariah had previously performed only once, at 2000's 'VH1 Divas: A Tribute to Diana Ross.' Noticably absent from the set-list were show staples 'Dreamlover,' Fantasy Remix,' 'Vision of Love' and 'I'll Be There.' Props to Mariah for showing some creativity with her setlist and dropping those songs in favor of newer and rarely-performed material. The evening came to a fitting close with 'Hero,' one of Mariah's signature songs and perhaps one of the handful in her catalogue that many of her fans will never tire of hearing. In addition to the music, the Angels Advocate show offers variety in the costumes and the choreography. In the past, Mariah has been known to have as many as eight wardrobe changes in a single show (2003). This time around, she keeps it to a respectable four. Each of them is a beautiful dress; a good move considering that she opened the previous tour in a bikini and a cape. As much as I have enjoyed Mariah's previous shows, I feel that she really stepped it up for this tour. The setlist was a nice selection of hits old and new, with a couple of rarities thrown in for good measure. Although the aforementioned dropped songs are all very important hits in Mariah's carrer, I was pleased to see them go in favor of something different. I would have liked to have seen her perform 'Vision of Love' in place of 'Honey' or 'My All,' since it was the first single of her career and a song that is more associated with her than either of those two. On a personal note, I am hoping that she will bring back 'Close My Eyes,' an album track from 1997's 'Butterfly,' which she did perform last year in Las Vegas. But, as Mariah stated at the Borgata, she has 'written a song or two' in her career. So it's hard to please everyone. But she sure is close to doing so."

Kenneth: "I thought the show was great! From the entrance to the end, she was amazing! She sounded great and sang every song better than the studio. She interacted with the crowd, waving at everyone and moving around the whole stage. I thought the best were We Belong Together, Angels Cry, and Hero. When she did Emotions, the whole crowd went insane! This tour is going to be a good one, whoever goes will definitely have a blast."

Alberto: "Mariah started an hour late but us real lambs are used to this and planned accordingly. I was overwhelmed with emotions when she descended on the swing, she looked stunning! It seems that they lowered her very slowly and she missed her musical cue to start singing but like a total pro, she went into the high note and killed it. Overall, the concert was amazing. The only thing that was bad for us lambs and also for MC (I'm sure) were the stuck up, snobby non-fans crowding the front section. These people did not cheer, stand up, or even clap after she was done with a song. There were pockets of lambs here and there and Mariah quickly noticed them and sort of serenaded them. At one point, MC yelled, 'C'mon ya'll, help me sing this song!' and kept prompting the audience to get up and move, have a good time - they were a dead fish. They were mostly older people. It was a great concert and I will be seeing her again in Florida on the 21st! However, I wish Vision of Love was a part of the setlist! Love you Ms. Carey!"

Matt: "The concert was amazing! She sounded so good! Her whistles were spot on and her belts sounded perfect! And probably the best part of the concert in my opinion is the diva actions! Lol. Some people may hate them but I love them! I also like the setlist - it had a good mix of songs. I like how she sang Love Hangover also! But overall the concert was amazing and I wish I could experience it again!"

KeShawn: "The building is absolutely huge. 3,500 fans sold out the event room to see Mariah, including me and my younger sister. And we had some banging seats - 7th row! And I can say hands down, especially on my side, me, this Brazilian guy, and a white girl two chairs down from my sister and two sitting behind me were the biggest fans in the freaking building! The loudest all night! At 9:05 pm, the lights shut off and the image 'Mariah' went across the front of the arena. I have never yelled so loud before in my life! And coming down from the ceiling on a swing with a white dress on and a fluffy bottom, with her hair down straight, came down in my opinion the most beautiful, talented and best female performer of all time, Mariah Carey. After Touch My Body she talked to us and asked where we were from and yes she saw my sign: 'I've been waiting twenty years to ask, can I have a hug?' And I said, 'Maryland.' She replies, 'Maryland.' I said, 'Yes, Maryland!' She said okay. Conversation! LOL. Following that she went right into H.A.T.E.U. And this was the standout performance of the night. Every whistle is on the one! And the bridge is intense! She exclusively reveals to us that her new Remix album is titled Angels Advocate and told us about Angels Cry featuring Ne-Yo coming soon but those of us who follow MariahDaily know this already LOL. She did my favorite performance of the night, It's a Wrap. To start this one off, a maid comes out and brings her something to drink and Mariah jokes and tells her, See you try to come out here and make people think I have one of these at home.' Hilarious! She is sitting in the chair and in comes her boy stumbling and falling over and is getting tossed around and at the end of the song kicked out of Mariah's home as she coos, 'It's a Wrap.' Loved it! Upon heading into the finale, she shares with us, even though I already know, Billboard announced that the song of the decade was We Belong Together. She then goes in and sings We Belong Together. Amazing! The entire performance had the entire audience saying every single word! This was probably the absolute high point of the show! At the last chorus of Hero, tears began rolling down my eyes. This performance was amazing. As she then kissed us goodbye and good night we all began to exit the show. As we were walking to the doors, I began to drop more tears. That was literally the greatest experience of my life. I love Mariah even more now after that show! 5/5! The show was absolutely amazing from start to finish. I wish she would have performed Vision of Love, Dreamlover, Fantasy and Up Out My Face but she was still amazing. Only other suggestion would be upstep her dance game just a bit, even to the Adventures of Mimi but other than that, Wow. I loved it! The most amazing experience of my life and can't wait to see her again."
BY LUCIFRID | 02. 03. 2010 | COMMENTS: 0 | ...MORE | SOURCE: MARIAH DAILY JOURNAL, HEROES OF MARIAH

Recenze fanoušků i tisku na silvestrovský koncert v Madison Square Garden.

A Pop Star in Her Own Time Zone - By Jon Caramanica – New York Times

The holiday happens when Mariah Carey says it happens, which is why, on Thursday night at Madison Square Garden, the New Year's Eve countdown was maybe a minute after the fact. And more important, why Ms. Carey began the show suspended above the crowd in a red sled, drenched in red tulle, singing, "All I Want for Christmas Is You."

What, you're going to complain? Ms. Carey could have delivered that song in the middle of August and still pulled it off. Twenty years after her debut album, she remains a ferocious, inventive singer, right even when she's wrong. And surprisingly, she has become a versatile one, too, as famous for the epic-scale ballads she first made her name with as for her slick entree into crossover hip-hop soul.

"Some people like my slow songs, and some people like my fast songs, and it gets so confusing," she said after "Touch My Body," early in her set. "What should I do?"

The answer was slow it down — maybe a little too soon — with the delicately strained "H.A.T.E.U.," from her new album, "Memoirs of an Imperfect Angel" (Island). Throbbing and deliberate as a heartbeat, it was Ms. Carey at her isolated best, and a reminder that she's a complete anomaly in modern pop: an R&B singer who doesn't have to dance to prove her point. Apart from a few sashays during "Shake It Off," she barely broke form here, even when the tempos crept up to sweat level. (She made savvy use of her quicker older material, like "Make It Happen" and "Fantasy [remix]," which the band played during costume-change interludes until she rejoined them.)

So many of Ms. Carey's early hits were sturdy, bombastic and slow, and even though she has successfully sped up (and lightened up) in the last decade, it often feels as if she missed the sheer scale of her old material. Here, her band was on an elevated platform far behind her, and she was only sometimes surrounded by dancers. For large swaths of the night, she stood alone, and still.

Balladry is all but dead in popular music — Susan Boyle notwithstanding — but Ms. Carey has learned how to game the system with songs that appear to have multiple tempos all at once, languorous vocals set against steady beats. In this grand setting it was clearer than ever that tracks like "We Belong Together" and "Angels Cry (remix)" are merely slow records masquerading as fast.

There wasn't quite enough time to explore such nuances, though: this was only half a concert, in spirit and in length. It was casual, with bursts of dancer disarray, and Ms. Carey talking to the crowd about the instructions she was receiving through her earpiece. After the countdown, dozens of friends and crew members came out onstage to dance even while Ms. Carey sang, making her into a disco diva delivering from the middle of the floor.

That lasted for a distractingly long spell, until Ms. Carey closed the night, a bit abruptly, with a sinus-clearing, room-shattering version of her 1993 hit "Hero," one of her most titanic ballads.

It hushed the crowd, but when Ms. Carey finished, she was back to giggles, picking up the banter with her husband, Nick Cannon, that she'd been having on and off since the countdown. They should be filmed, always, their blend of cute and beleaguered consistently entertaining.

A few minutes after midnight, when the crowd had been doused with confetti, she told Mr. Cannon that she wanted more. "Some more confetti?" he asked incredulously. "I'm going to see if I can work that out." She made a comment about her dress, to which Mr. Cannon replied: "You look hot in that. Madison Square Garden, tell her how sexy she looks!"

At the end of the night, Mr. Cannon tried to lead his wife offstage through a door at the back, but she resisted, saying she wanted to walk off the side, through the cluster of friends who had been standing there since the countdown. She play-pushed him aside and marched off. Mr. Cannon gave a knowing look to the crowd, pointed at his wife, grinned madly and ran after her.


Mariah Carey Trades Show for Celebration on NYE in New York - By Caryn Ganz – Rolling Stone

Mariah Carey emerged on New Year's Eve at New York's Madison Square Garden in the most fantastically fairy-tale like manner possible: suspended above the audience in a red sleigh, singing her remixed version of "All I Want For Christmas Is You." It was a moment of blissful spectacle befitting the special night and Carey's fascination with perpetual childhood. "Eternally 12!" she exclaimed several songs later, spotting a sign in the crowd announcing her motto (she'll turn 40 years old in March). A few seconds later she showed off another of her signature personality traits. "I need some lipstick real quick and my hair fluffed," she proclaimed, adding, "They say I'm a diva so, might as well act like one."

A crew of male dancers joined Carey for "Shake It Off" and "Touch My Body," after which she addressed the crowd — which included Precious star Gabourey Sidibe — for the first of what would become many times. Noting the title of the next song "might be off-putting, I don't mean it to you," she launched into "H.A.T.E.U." from her most recent album, Memoirs of an Imperfect Angel, and then vanished for a costume change while her dancers grooved to "Make It Happen" (she returned in time to belt the closing verse).

Carey is known more for her vocal prowess and huge personality than her stage shows, and the concert — the first date on her Angels Advocate Tour, her first since 2006's The Adventures of Mimi trek — delivered far more on the big notes and bizarre monologues than impressive choreography and set design. She requested a drink before "Subtle Invitation" ("I need some champagne, I don't care what Debbie Allen says"), complained about her mic pack ("If this thing falls off my dress one more time I'm going to beat you"), and mused on the passage of time ("I never thought I'd live to see 2010 because I'm eternally 12").

Images of Ol' Dirty Bastard rapping his intro to "Fantasy" filled the video screens at two minutes to midnight, and Carey began the song, then suddenly stopped to count down to the new year as blasts of confetti, streamers and balloons filled the air. When the air had cleared, Carey soldiered on with "Obsessed" and "Migrate" as her crew milled around the stage, dancing with each other and partying in 2010 (at one point, they broke into a spontaneous Electric Slide). Carey's husband Nick Cannon rocked from side to side behind a set of turntables, encouraging the crowd and Mariah to finish strong. "You look sexy in that!" he shouted to the singer before "Emotions" after she admitted she preferred a different dress.

The flood of unrehearsed comments didn't phase the crowd, who had come to see Carey in all her off-the-cuff diva glory. From her stream-of-consciousness voicemails on her Website to her legendary Cribs appearance, Carey has given her fans something few pop artists are willing to reveal: honesty. She managed to put all the distractions behind her for a glorious final song, 1993's "Hero." Then she took Cannon's arm, yelled her thanks to the sold-out arena ("I love you so much!") and ambled offstage.


FAN REVIEWS

Danny: "After the opening acts, which lasted far too long in my opinion, Mariah came out in a sleigh! At first I was like where the hell is she, and I look up toward the ceiling and there she is! I was like OMG! Then she did the usual setlist (Shake It Off, Touch My Body, etc.) and so I thought it was going to be the same as Vegas, but then I hear some scary music start playing and it lasts for like a minute. And I'm like what is this?! And then I hear the beginning part and I'm like I know this, I know this! So I grabbed my camera and tried to record and it was Love Hangover! I was like dayum! Then it was weird, she did We Belong Together and I was like Oh no, the show is ending already? But then she came out and did the Fantasy dance mix and then immediately as it ended, she started the countdown to New Year at like 15 seconds. Then there was some pyro and a ton of balloons and confetti falling on us. She couldn't remember the words to Auld Lang Syne. Then she did Obsessed and Migrate and More Than Just Friends which was random. But then she asked the audience if they wanted to hear an old school song. And everyone of course did. And I was like, oh lawd her idea of old school is gonna be Always Be My Baby or something. And then Emotions came on and I started to cry. She sang the hell out of it! I was so impressed!"

Vinny: She sang the f*** out of Emotions like it was the '90s! I was floored! And she killed Subtle Invitation so well you think she lipped it but she didn't! More Than Just Friends wasn't really on the setlist. Nick spun the record from the DJ booth and she was adlibbing. Same with Migrate. After Obsessed it was a party on the stage and it was my favorite part. Angels Cry and H.A.T.E.U. weren't completely mimed, but they were heavy on the backing track. It was a GREAT show!"

Nicole: "I was surprised as hell when she opened up with All I Want For Christmas Is You. I have been waiting forever to hear her perform a Christmas song and it was amazing! Cute how she was hanging above us in the beginning. Shake It Off and Touch My Body were great as always. Then she left and came bak to finish up Make It Happen 'cause it started with the instrumental. I cried during Angels Cry it was beautifully done. Subtle Invitation is my jam! I'm so glad she's giving Charmbracelet some light. Loved the cute lounge chair just like the Vegas show. Some folks didn't know this song I was like, Get with it y'all need to buy Charmbracelet ASAP! I almost pissed in my pants when I heard Love Hangover. Once again most fools sitting around our area didn't know it and were looking lost but we were bumping! OMG I'm still in shock! The Fantasy Remix came on later and everyone went wild. We were all rapping with O.D.B. lol. Then everyone started counting down and I was like it's already time lol. She sang Auld Lang Syne then balloons, confetti, etc. It was great! It was like a big party on stage. Everyone dancing, drinking champagne. At one point they were doing what lookd like the electric slide LOL. I was suprised that she did More Than Just Friends. I was hoping for Up Out My Face but it kept the party going. Then by the time Emotions came around she seemed a little tipsy and nailed that song. By that time she seemed super relaxed, comfortable and having a blast. The end with Hero came way too soon I was like, That's it? I didn't realize that she did damn near 20 songs Haha. I thought she would change outfits more like usual but she didn't. And I was surprised we didn't get the usual Butterfly reprise closing that I'm used to. Overall she was amazing and thoroughly entertaining. I had a blast!"

Ashante: "The show was amazing! When she came down in a red sleigh the crowd was on their feet! Every song was perfect. Towards the end when she was singing More Than Just Friends her ear piece broke but everything else was amazing. When the whole stadium counted down it was a great start to 2010!"
BY LUCIFRID | 02. 03. 2010 | COMMENTS: 1 | SOURCE: MARIAH DAILY JOURNAL, HEROES OF MARIAH

Turné Angels Advocate se konalo v USA a Kanadě od 31.12.2009 do 27.2.2010.

TOUR DATES:
31.12. - New York City - Madison Square Garden
02.01. - Atlantic City, NJ - The Borgata Events Center
15.01. - Mashantucket, CT - MGM Grand Theatre
16.01. - Mashantucket, CT - MGM Grand Theatre
19.01. - Atlanta, GA - Fox Theatre
21.01. - Hollywood, FL - Hard Rock Live
25.01. - Detroit, MI - Fox Theatre
27.01. - Washington, DC - DAR Constitution Hall
30.01. - Boston, MA - Wang Theatre
01.02. - Upper Darby, PA - Tower Theater
04.02. - Montreal, Quebec - Bell Centre
06.02. - Ottawa, Ontario - Scotiabank Place
09.02. - Toronto, Ontario - Air Canada Centre
10.02. - Columbus, OH - Jerome Schottenstein Center
13.02. - Chicago, IL - Chicago Theatre
14.02. - Chicago, IL - Chicago Theatre
17.02. - Houston, TX - Nokia Theatre
18.02. - Dallas, TX - Nokia Theatre
20.02. - Phoenix, AZ - Dodge Theater
23.02. - Los Angeles, CA - Gibson Amphitheatre
24.02. - Los Angeles, CA - Gibson Amphitheatre
26.02. - Oakland, CA - Oracle Arena
27.02. - Las Vegas, NV - The Colosseum at Caesars Palace

BY LUCIFRID | 02. 03. 2010 | COMMENTS: 0

Jako předskokani RydaznRtist a songy Stevie Wondera, Prince, Michaela Jacksona a Boyz II Men. Koncert začal před půl desátou. MC vynechala ze setlistu Emotions a It's a Wrap. (více videí v článku)

SETLIST: 01. Butterfly Intro/Daydream Interlude 02. Shake It Off 03. Touch My Body 04. Don't Forget About Us 05. Fly Like A Bird 06. Make It Happen 07. Angels Cry 08. Always Be My Baby 09. It's Like That 10. The Impossible 11. Love Hangover/Heartbreaker 12. Honey 13. My All 14. Obsessed 15. Up Out My Face 16. We Belong Together 17. Hero

DOWNLOAD (BY MARIAH DAILY JOURNAL): 01. Butterfly Intro/Daydream Interlude 02. Shake It Off 03. Touch My Body 04. Don't Forget About Us 05. Fly Like a Bird 06. Make It Happen 07. Angels Cry 08. Always Be My Baby 09. It's Like That 10. The Impossible  --  Rock With You (Trey Lorenz) 11. Love Hangover/Heartbreaker 12. Honey 13. My All 14. Obsessed 15. Up Out My Face 16. We Belong Together 17. Hero  --  FULL CONCERT

SETLIST:

BY LUCIFRID | 01. 03. 2010 | COMMENTS: 0 | ...MORE | SOURCE: MARIAH DAILY JOURNAL, HEROES OF MARIAH

Jako obvykle songy Michaela Jacksona a předskokani RydaznRtist. Koncert začal před devátou, MC zazpívala kousek All I Want For Christmas Is You a na přání H.A.T.E.U. - tentokrát 6 songů z Memoirs. (více videí v článku)

SETLIST: 01. Butterfly Intro/Daydream Interlude 02. Shake It Off 03. Touch My Body 04. Don't Forget About Us 05. Fly Like A Bird 06. Make It Happen 07. Angels Cry 08. Always Be My Baby 09. It's Like That 10. The Impossible 11. Love Hangover/Heartbreaker 12. Honey 13. It's A Wrap 14. My All 15. Obsessed 16. Up Out My Face 17. We Belong Together 18. H.A.T.E.U. 19. Hero

DOWNLOAD (BY MARIAH DAILY JOURNAL): 01. Butterfly Intro/Daydream Interlude 02. Shake It Off 03. Touch My Body 04. Don't Forget About Us 05. Fly Like a Bird 06. Make It Happen 07. Angels Cry 08. Always Be My Baby 09. It's Like That 10. The Impossible  --  Rock With You (Trey Lorenz) 11. Love Hangover/Heartbreaker 12. Honey 13. It's A Wrap 14. My All 15. Obsessed 16. Up Out My Face 17. We Belong Together 18. H.A.T.E.U. 19. Hero  --  FULL CONCERT

BY LUCIFRID | 27. 02. 2010 | COMMENTS: 0 | ...MORE | SOURCE: MARIAH DAILY JOURNAL, HEROES OF MARIAH

Jako obvykle songy Michaela Jacksona a předskokani RydaznRtist. Koncert začal před devátou a MC vynechala ze setlistu Emotions. (více videí v článku)

SETLIST: 01. Butterfly Intro/Daydream Interlude 02. Shake It Off 03. Touch My Body 04. Don't Forget About Us 05. Fly Like A Bird 06. Make It Happen 07. Angels Cry 08. Always Be My Baby 09. It's Like That 10. The Impossible 11. Love Hangover/Heartbreaker 12. Honey 13. My All 14. Obsessed 15. Up Out My Face 16. We Belong Together 17. Hero

DOWNLOAD (BY MARIAH DAILY JOURNAL): 01. Butterfly Intro/Daydream Interlude 02. Shake It Off 03. Touch My Body 04. Don't Forget About Us 05. Fly Like a Bird 06. Make It Happen 07. Angels Cry 08. Always Be My Baby 09. It's Like That 10. The Impossible  --  Rock With You (Trey Lorenz) 11. Love Hangover/Heartbreaker 12. Honey 13. My All 14. Obsessed 15. Up Out My Face 16. We Belong Together 17. Hero  --  FULL CONCERT

BY LUCIFRID | 25. 02. 2010 | COMMENTS: 0 | ...MORE | SOURCE: MARIAH DAILY JOURNAL, HEROES OF MARIAH