NEWS/UPDATES

MARIAH MENTION // MAY 29TH, 2007 // SOURCE: The Guardian

When Marilyn Monroe died, she left the bulk of her estate to her mentor, Lee Strasberg, requesting that he distribute her personal effects among her friends. Legal wrangling delayed the settling of the estate for decades; the lot was inherited by Strasberg’s third wife, Anna, whom Marilyn never met. In 1999 Christie’s sold some of the effects, which were not given to friends, for $13.5m (£6.8m). Marilyn’s driver’s licence sold for $145,500; two snapshots of her poodle went for $222,500; her piano was purchased by the singer Mariah Carey for $632,500; the dress she wore to sing Happy Birthday to John F Kennedy at Madison Square Garden was bought for $1.26m.

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LIL L.O.V.E UPDATE // MAY 29TH, 2007 // SOURCE: february sky

Now that "Lil Love" is starting to get played on radio, we will be presenting airplay figures for the song regularly.

"Lil Love" currently has 1002 spins which divide as follows:

Rhythmic: 889 spins
Pop: 46 spins
Urban: 67 spins
Total Audience Impressions: 6.352 million
Request "Lil Love" today, at Top 40 stations [here] or Hip-Hop Stations [here]

BILLBOARD TIDBIT // MAY 28TH, 2007 // SOURCE: Billboard

After being dethroned last week by T-Pain’s "Buy U a Drank (Shawty Snappin’)," Maroon 5’s "Makes Me Wonder" returns to No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100. It’s the first song to rebound to the top since Mariah Carey’s "We Belong Together" in July 2005; the move was fueled by digital sales of "Makes Me Wonder" after the band’s recent appearance on "American Idol."

NEWS FOR CANADIAN FANS: TENNESSEE UPDATE // MAY 27TH, 2007 // SOURCE: Heroes of Mariah

Yesterday, VVS Films (Canadian distributor of "Tennessee") confirmed to Mariah Connection that the film was scheduled to premier at the Toronto Festival this fall.

In the meantime Aaron Woodley (director of "Tennessee) e-mailed Gilles from Heroes of Mariah to deny the info:

" It`s NOT true, the film is still in post production and has not been submitted to any festival at this point. "

WATCH "MOCK INTERVIEW" // MAY 27TH, 2007 // SOURCE: youtube

Leah Miller of "MuchOnDemand" conducted a "Mock Interview" with Mariah Carey in a Best of MoD clip just posted online, talking about a day in her life, Madonna being the Grammy’s opening act, and if she considers herself crazy.

Watch the comedy clip below:

MARIAH MENTION // MAY 27TH, 2007 // SOURCE: Daily Mail

Pop sensation Rihanna is already 90 minutes late for our interview.

I wonder whether this means success has gone to her head and she’s turned into the latest in a long line of insufferable divas.

Perhaps she’s done a Jennifer Lopez and thrown a hissy fit because her assistant has stirred her coffee the wrong way.

Or, like Mariah Carey, she’s decided that she doesn’t ‘do stairs’ and is waiting to be carried up three flights on a golden throne.

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LIL L.O.V.E UPDATE // MAY 27TH, 2007 // SOURCE: february sky

Now that "Lil Love" is starting to get played on radio, we will be presenting airplay figures for the song regularly.

"Lil Love" currently has 969 spins which divide as follows:

Rhythmic: 862 spins
Pop: 43 spins
Urban: 64 spins
Total Audience Impressions: 6.266 million
Request "Lil Love" today, at Top 40 stations [here] or Hip-Hop Stations [here]

DRESS FOR SUCCESS // MAY 26TH, 2007 // SOURCE: Heroes of Mariah

The “Women Empowering Women” Dress-For-Success Benefit Gala will take place on June 6, 2007. The event will be at the Westin Times Square Hotel in the Majestic Ballroom at 7:00 PM.

This event will honor:
* Kimora Lee Simmons, President and Creative Director of BabyPhat and KLS
* Julie Greenwald, President of Atlantic Records
* Amy Berman, President of Sony Marketing Group
* Vanessa Williams, Actress and Musician
* Joi Gordon, CEO of Dress for Success

Invited guests include Lyor Cohen, Kevin Liles, Anna Wintour, Russell Simmons, Sylvia Rhone, Clive Davis, Andre Leon Talley, L.A. Reid, Jennifer Lopez, Bobbi Brown, Tracey Reese, Carolina Herrera, Naomi Campbell, Bob Johnson, Alicia Keys, Vera Wang, Vivica A. Fox, Star Jones, Mariah Carey, and Kelly Ripa, among others.

The ceremony will be broadcasted on the Oxygen Network and American Latino TV. New York City’s station for Hip-Hop and R&B, Power 105.1 will be the official radio sponsor, with a special musical performance by Melissa Jimenez, the first lady of SRC/Universal Records and the first lady of R&B, Kamesha Sams.

Tickets can be purchased for $250 and tables of ten can be purchased for $2,500.

MARIAH INSPIRED "AMERICAN IDOL" WINNER // MAY 26TH, 2007 // SOURCE: february sky

The splashy "American Idol" finale, which showered Jordin Sparks in confetti in her crowning moment, reflected a time when she was first inspired to be a professional singer.

"I’ve always loved to sing, but I remember watching an awards show, I don’t remember which, and Mariah Carey performing. She was so beautiful, and I knew then that’s what I wanted to do."
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TINSEL TOWN TITTLE TATTLE // MAY 26TH, 2007 // SOURCE: Daily Star

Mariah Carey faced a real challenge for her role in new film Tennessee - acting in flat shoes. The pop diva, wouldn’t normally been seen dead without her six-inch heals but the character wears flats so she ditched the stilettos.

LIL L.O.V.E REVIEWS // MAY 26TH, 2007 // SOURCE: FEBRUARY SKY

The Santa Clara: This album is nothing if not diverse, offering listeners everything from the bouncy, pop-driven radio track "Lil Love" with Mariah Carey to an irresistibly fun track done with one of the most unlikely samples ever seen in rap music: Fleetwood Mac.

The Washington City Paper: Mariah Carey used to be known for cutting-edge collaborations with rap artists, but “Lil Love” is nothing like her duets with Jay-Z or O.D.B. It sounds like the sort of sweet sludge one might find on a Bow Wow album—in part because Bow Wow himself shows up on the record.

CONFIRMED CANADIAN PREMIER: TENNESSEE IMPACTS SEPTEMBER // MAY 25TH, 2007 // SOURCE: MARIAH CONNECTION

V V S Films, the canadian distributer of Tennessee confirmed the following today:

" The film is scheduled to premiere at the Toronto Film Festival this fall; theatrical date is still to be determined. "

LIL L.O.V.E UPDATE // MAY 25TH, 2007 // SOURCE: FEBRUARY SKY

Now that "Lil Love" is starting to get played on radio, we will be presenting airplay figures for the song regularly.

"Lil Love" currently has 920 spins which divide as follows:

Rhythmic: 823 spins
Pop: 34 spins
Urban: 63 spins
Total Audience Impressions: 6.141 million

Request "Lil Love" today, at Top 40 stations [here] or Hip-Hop Stations [here]

NOT A STAR FOR MARIAH THIS YEAR? // MAY 25TH, 2007 // SOURCE: Mclafan @ MariahCarey.com Messageboard

Mclafan was lucky enough to talk to the director of Hollywood, CA Chamber of Commerce and he told her that Tim McGraw has already received his star this year and that Mariah Carey and Leann Rimes will NOT receive theirs in 2007. Apparently, Mariah and LeAnn Rimes most likely will be recognized in 2008.

Any official information about this issue has not been released yet but Mariah is busy working on her new album. Perhaps getting the Star in Hollywood Walk of Fame next year makes more sense as her upcoming album will be out then, which means more promotion.

HONEY B. FLY MEMBERSHIP NEWS // MAY 25TH, 2007 // SOURCE: Official Site: MariahCarey.Com

Honey B. Fly membership renewals will be starting shortly. We hope you have enjoyed the HBF community and all the features MariahCarey.com has to offer. We have some exciting announcements for members who stay with us for a second year. When your account is renewed, your membership will be upgraded to Legacy status. As Legacy Members, when applicable, you will be able to access future HBF members-only ticket presales not only before the general public, but also before newer members to the site. Whenever Mariah goes back on tour you will have the first chance to purchase tickets! And on the HBF Message Boards you will also be noted as a "Legacy" member next to your posts.

PLUS, renewing and new Premium level members will be the only ones to receive the new HBF gift pack that will be filled with brand new Mariah goodies. Renewing members will be receiving more details about their renewal in the coming days.

MARIAH, EXECUTIVE PRODUCER OF LOVERS & HATERS? // MAY 25TH, 2007 // SOURCE: IMDB, Jeane @ MariahCarey.com Messageboard

According to [IMDB], both Mariah and Benny Medina are executive producers of a short movie spoof of Mariah Carey’s life. It has been directed by Spike Lee and it will be released in September 16!

Below you can read more info from IMDB:

Lovers & Haters (2007)

Director: Spike Lee
Release Date: September 16, 2007
Genre: Short / Comedy

Plot Outline: A mini movie spoof of the life of Mariah Carey, with the Lovers and Haters that she encounters along the way, and how she overcomes those haters and obstacles to still be one of the most talented and loved musical sensations in history.

Cast:
Maya Gilbert .... herself

Produced by:
Mariah Carey ---- Executive Producer
Benny Medina ---- Executive Producer

Production Company: 40 Acres & A Mule Filmworks
Budget: $5,000,000 (estimated)

Run Time: 15 Min.
Country: USA
Language: English
Filming Locations: Hollywood Center Studios - 1040 N. Las Palmas Ave., Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, USA.

Meanwhile, Kali Hawk, who apparently also stars in "Lovers and Haters" wrote the following on her [MySpace profile]: "Recently I came to LA and am now working on films. After a few days I landed a small role in the BMW Film Festival hit 'Issues' playing a waitress opposite Todd Bridges (Diff'rent Strokes). My best job so far was working with Spike Lee and Mariah Carey on the comedy short 'Lovers & Haters'."

"TENNESSEE" PREMIERED THIS SEPTEMBER? // MAY 25TH, 2007 // SOURCE: Rashmine & Jeane @ MariahCarey.com Messageboard

According to Rashmine, a music journalist and a huge fan of Mariah, Tennessee will be premiered at a film festival this September.

If the info she has been given is true, Tennessee will probably premiere in Toronto International Film Festival as the festival starts in September 7 and ends on 16 September, 2007.

Other film festivals held in September that Tennessee could also premiere are:

- Northern New Mexico Film Festival which will be held in Las Vegas, New Mexico on September 28th to 30th, 2007. The films shown will be a diverse selection from around the world. The festival will have a special focus on films from New Mexico.

- The 45th New York Film Festival (September 28 – October 14, 2007)

- New York International Film & Video festival - one of their events is held in Los Angeles on September.

JESSICA SIMPSON MENTIONS MARIAH // MAY 25TH, 2007 // SOURCE: Fox News

FOX News reports:

Meanwhile, Jessica also told me she’s gotten a lot of positive reinforcement from another singer who’s been through the mill and come out the other side a success: Mariah Carey. “She’s amazing,” Jessica said.

JASMINE: "MARIAH AND MARIAH’S FOLKS LOVE THAT MOVIE"// MAY 25TH, 2007 // SOURCE: The Voice

Jasmine Dotiwala mentions Mariah in her weekly article for "The Voice" newspaper and here is what she’s got to say:

"The MTV crew were laughing at me cos when I wasn’t singing I was transfixed listening to Diana who I had previously heard had a ropey voice. I wonder how that rumour spread? Her voice was really honeyed and melodious. When she began Ease On Down The Road (from The Wizard of Oz), I confess I lost it slightly cos me, Mariah and Mariah’s folks love that movie and sing that song loud every time!"

EU CLEARS UNIVERSAL, BMG MUSIC DEAL // MAY 25TH, 2007 // SOURCE: TIME

EU regulators gave Universal Music Group clearance Tuesday to buy BMG Music Publishing for about for about $2.09 billion in a deal that will create the world’s largest music publishing company. The EU warned, however, that its "serious doubts" about the deal’s effect on online music were soothed only by the companies§ plan to sell the rights to some hits from the §80s and §90s by artists such as Justin Timberlake, Iron Maiden and R. Kelly.

Combining the world’s No. 3 and No. 4 music publishing catalogs will give Universal the publishing rights to artists as diverse as Mariah Carey, U2, 50 Cent, Elton John and Leonard Bernstein. With a 22 percent market share, it will scrape ahead of current market leader EMI Group PLC. EU approval was the last hurdle for the deal, which Universal said would close shortly. It is separate from the merger of the Sony-BMG music units more than two years ago that the EU is now re-examining.

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LIL L.O.V.E GOES FOR ADDS ON JUNE 5, 2007 // MAY 22ND, 2007 // SOURCE: FMQB

According to Friday Morning Quarterback, Bone Thugs-N-Harmony§s "Lil L.O.V.E." featuring Mariah Carey & Bow Wow is going for adds next June 5, 2007 at Rhythm/Crossover radio format.

Tennessee At A Film Festival This September? // MAY 22ND, 2007 // SOURCE: Rashmi

A source in the know told music journalist, [Rashmi Shastri] that Tennessee will apparently be premiered at a film festival this coming September 2007. No further details were disclosed.

my baby finally came! // MAY 20TH, 2007 // SOURCE:

As I'm sure you've noticed there hasn't been any updates for at least a week. Well, that's because last Monday (14/05/07) I finally had my baby!

I had a boy, weighing 7lb 1oz and we've named him Jack. He's really, really cute, and whenever I get chance I'll post a picture!

LIL L.O.V.E UPDATE // MAY 20TH, 2007 // SOURCE: february sky

Now that "Lil Love" is starting to get played on radio, we will be presenting airplay figures for the song regularly.

"Lil Love" currently has 739 spins which divide as follows:

Rhythmic: 655 spins
Pop: 37 spins
Urban: 47 spins
Total Audience Impressions: 5.472 million

Request "Lil Love" today, at Top 40 stations [here] or Hip-Hop Stations [here].

SIZE ZERO DEBATE // MAY 20TH, 2007 // SOURCE: the metro

Cameron Diaz and Billie Piper are other beauties who have condemned the fashion world’s frequent use of the emaciated look.

Diaz has said: "I think it’s terrifying, it’s tragic and sad."

Meanwhile on the other side of the debate, former Chanel designer, Karl Lagerfeld calls the skinny debate "grotesque", putting ultra thin figures down to "good discipline."

Voluptuous singer Mariah Carey has also defended super slim models in the past, saying: "I don’t think anyone should be banned from anything."

"That cannot work if you are naturally a size zero."

chart stalker // MAY 13TH, 2007 // SOURCE: february sky

LIL L.O.V.E UPDATE
Now that "Lil Love" is starting to get played on radio, we will be presenting airplay figures for the song regularly.

"Lil Love" currently has 422 spins which divide as follows:

Rhythmic: 365 spins
Pop: 40 spins
Urban: 17 spins
Total Audience Impressions: 4.207 million

Request "Lil Love" today, at Top 40 stations [here] or Hip-Hop Stations [here]!

LIL L.O.V.E UPDATE // MAY 4TH, 2007 // SOURCE: FEBRUARY SKY

Now that "Lil Love" is starting to get played on radio, we will be presenting airplay figures for the song regularly.

"Lil Love" currently has 148 spins which divide as follows:

Rhythmic: 133 spins
Pop: 10 spins
Urban: 5 spins
Total Audience Impressions: 2.004 million

MARIAH CAREY REGRETS MARRIAGE TO MOTTOLA // MAY 4TH, 2007 // SOURCE: Female First UK

Mariah Carey Regrets Marriage To Mottola... Singer MARIAH CAREY regrets marrying Sony Music boss TOMMY MOTTOLA and wouldn’t do it again, even though he helped make her a star.

The 37-year-old was discovered by Mottola and the couple were married for four years before finally splitting in 1997.

She tells Hello! magazine, "If I could go back again, I wouldn’t do it."

Although she has had several high profile relationships with US baseball star DEREK JETER and rapper EMINEM, she insists she has learned her lesson regarding talking about her love life.

Carey claims she is "more or less" in a relationship right now, but refuses to reveal his name saying, "I don’t talk about that anymore."

When asked is she wants to get married and have a family she adds, "We’ll see. What I want is to have children in a good way, with the right husband, with the right family life."

GALLERY UPDATE // MAY 3RD, 2007 // SOURCE: FEBRUARY SKY

ON THE SET OF "ONE SWEET DAY" - 1995, UNKNOWN DATE

ON THE SET OF "I STILL BELIEVE" - 1998, UNKNOWN DATE

ON THE SET OF "BRINGIN' ON THE HEARTBREAK" - 2003, UNKNOWN DATE

ON THE SET OF "I KNOW WHAT YOU WANT" - 2003, UNKNOWN DATE

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LIL L.O.V.E UPDATE // MAY 3RD, 2007 // SOURCE: february sky

Now that "Lil Love" is starting to get played on radio, we will be presenting airplay figures for the song regularly.

"Lil Love" currently has 132 spins which divide as follows:
Rhythmic: 119 spins
Pop: 8 spins
Urban: 5 spins
Total Audience Impressions: 1.837 million

JOHNTA AUSTIN EXPLAINS HOW HE CO-WROTE "WE BELONG TOGETHER" // MAY 3RD, 2007 // SOURCE: Heroes of Mariah

For "We Belong Together", the second verse is about how I can’t sleep at night, and there’s Bobby Womack on the radio. I try to write about real situations – it could be from things I’ve been through, or what friends have been through. It just comes to me.”

He co-wrote Mariah’s "We Belong Together," plus 3 other hits from her multi-platinum The Emancipation of Mimi album: "Shake It Off", "It’s Like That" and "Don’t Forget About Us"

In an interview published in a songwriter’s publication, Johnta Austin discussed his songwriting, and that his specialty is writing lyrics.

He recalled the writing session for "We Belong Together" which took place in early 2005: "It was myself, Mariah Carey, Jermaine Dupri and Manuel Seal in the studio. It was late one night when we wrote this song - Mariah likes working late at night. Jermaine, Manuel and I were working on it for her, and then she came in and we wrote it together. We were very excited about how "We Belong Together" turned out, and we thought it would be a hit. But I had no idea it would be so huge, spending 14 weeks at #1."

During this interview, Austin took time to describe his songwriting and lyric process. "When I write the lyrics, it’s usually while we’re working in the studio" he explained. "In most cases the track comes first, then I would write the lyrics and melody to it. But sometimes I’ll come up with the lyric idea first. For my lyric ideas, people are the best inspiration. For "We Belong Together", the second verse is about how I can’t sleep at night, and there’s Bobby Womack on the radio. I try to write about real situations – it could be from things I’ve been through, or what friends have been through. It just comes to me."