Posts Tagged ‘Mariah Carey’

Mariah Carey Kicks Off ‘GMA’ Summer Concert Series with Miguel, Wardrobe Malfunction

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Mariah Carey kicked off the “Good Morning America” Summer Concert Series early Friday morning. The pop diva’s fans packed New York’s Central Park to see her perform her classics “Always Be My Baby” and “We Belong Together,” along with her new Miguel assisted single, “#Beautiful.”

In between songs, MC suffered a wardrobe malfunction, or “Central Park Saga” as she called it, when the back of her pink Versace dress popped open. “I love you Donatella, but it popped, darling,” she said as two people rushed to adjust it, while host Lara Spencer held up notecards over Mimi’s breasts.

She let a cuss word slip (“Oh shit!”) and took off her heels before bringing out Miguel to perform their“#Beautiful” collaboration for the first time. While sitting on a white chair, she dueted with the R&B crooner on the breezy tune, which is currently No. 20 on the Billboard Hot 100.

She thanked her fans for their support. “#Lambily!!! Thank you for standing in the rain while I was dealing with the ensem drama etc. I love you so much!” she tweeted.

Watch Mimi and her Lambs take over Central Park below:

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New Music: Mariah Carey feat. Miguel – “#Beautiful” (Explicit Version)

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Mariah Carey and Miguel got one on their hands with the single, “#Beautiful,” which is steadily climbing both the Hip-Hop and Pop charts.  The feel-good record, which they wrote and produced together is the lead single off MC’s currently untitled new album, which is due out this summer. The track is a melting pot of genres, and while it is very pop, it actually has an explicit version. You might have noticed it sounded like some words were cut out of the single version, and now you will know why.

Take a listen to the full, explicit version of “#Beautiful” below:

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Miguel Talks Upcoming ‘Art Dealer Chic’ EP’s, Working with Mariah Carey

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While on the red carpet at the 2013 Billboard Music Awards, Miguel stopped for a quick chat with Billboard to discuss the latest in his continuously growing career. Prior to the R&B stars dangerous mishap during his performance he discussed the impact winning a Grammy has had on his career, and his next series of ‘Art Dealer Chic’ EP’s.

Miguel revealed the first EP is expected to be released in July, with the second in August and third in September. Each will also be paired with some apparel items that he has designed and created, also intended for summer/warm weather. “Art Dealer Chic is the way, rad times ahead,” winked the singer.

Before continuing down the carpet, he spoke briefly about working with Mariah Carey on their new single “#Beautiful,” and how the track came together. Revealing that he was unable to figure out how to complete the bare bones track, and it was serendipitous that she choose that record to work on, and they finished it together. Watch the clip below:

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Mariah Carey Performs Medley on ‘American Idol’ Finale

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Mariah Carey finally rocked the stage of ‘American Idol’ on Thursday night, ending the season on a high note. The Pop diva performed a medley of her biggest hits from the past two decades. Mimi’s performance was actually taped last night and aired during the finale show.

In a stunning gown, Mariah belted out song after song. Beginning with her 1990 debut single, “Vision of Love,” and moving into “Make It Happen,” “Hero,” “My All,” and “We Belong Together,” ending with her brand new hit, “#Beautiful,” which debuted at No. 24 on the Billboard Hot 100 this week.

Watch MC soar below:

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Behind The Scenes: Mariah Carey & Miguel “#Beautiful” Video Shoot

Mariah Carey shares a brief behind-the-scenes visual from the set of the video shoot for “#Beautiful,” which centers around the romantic and sensual scene in the barn filled with chandeliers as she danced in front of Miguel while he was sitting in the vintage Porsche.

It turns out the Porsche Speedster actually belonged to Mariah’s father, and he had been working on restoring the car up until his death, so it was very special for MC to feature the car in the video.


Video: Mariah Carey feat. Miguel – #Beautiful

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Mariah Carey hops on for a ride with her co-star, Miguel, in the stunning music video for “#Beautiful,” directed by Joseph Kahn. The two singers take a fun-filled joyride on the R&B mavericks motorcycle through a country road, as the early morning sun creates a blissful moment. As day turns to night, Miguel switches to a gorgeous vintage Porsche, while the Pop icon seductively dances in front of him wearing in a sexy, thin yellow dress.

The record which they wrote and produced together is the lead single off Carey’s upcoming album, which is due out this summer.

“It’s a feel-good record, really for me it’s genre-less, it could almost go on every chart there is, and that’s something I don’t take lightly,” Mariah explained about the single. “It’s not following a trend, and that’s the best thing about this record — because having to follow trends is not what’s fun about making music.”

Watch Mariah and Miguel light the screen with their new video below:

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Mariah Carey Talks New Single “#Beautiful,” Working with Miguel

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Mariah Carey released her brand new, comeback single “#Beautiful” featuring Miguel, early Monday morning. Prior to the single’s release, Carey participated in an exclusive interview with GRAMMY.com on the set of “American Idol” to discuss the single and collaborating with Miguel.

“The best part of making music for me, is collaborating and working with new people, and fresh sounds,” she gushed about creating the song with the R&B star. “It’s a feel-good record, really for me it’s genre-less, it could almost go on every chart there is, and that’s something I don’t take lightly,” she explained about the track. “It’s not following a trend, and that’s the best thing about this record — because having to follow trends is not what’s fun about making music.”

Watch the interview clip after the jump. If you haven’t heard it yet, listen to “#Beautiful” here.

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New Music: Mariah Carey feat. Miguel – #Beautiful

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Mariah Carey has finally made her grand return with the sweet and breezy “#Beautiful,” the first single off her upcoming album. The pop diva duets with R&B maverick Miguel on the guitar-driven track, which has a perfect feeling for the warm months ahead. The subtle song was written and produced by Mariah and Miguel.

The anticipated music video, directed by Joseph Kahn, is set to premiere this Wednesday on “American Idol.” Mimi will also kick off the “Good Morning America” Concert Series on May 24 in NYC’s Central Park.

The follow-up to 2009’s Memoirs of an Imperfect Angel is expected to arrive in late June/early July featuring production from Jermaine Dupri, Bryan-Michael Cox, Big Jim Wright, Hit-Boy, The-Dream, Mike WiLL Made It, and Rodney Jerkins.  Hear the new single below:

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