Mariah's "Memoirs" Remix Album Due February 2010

Amidst rumours of a possible split from her label, Mariah Carey’s ‘Memoirs of An Imperfect Angel’ remix album will be arriving in stores in February 2010. The news was confirmed today by the diva’s manager Chris Lighty via his official twitter page. An all-star list of Hip-Hop/R&B acts have been lined up for the project including Big Boi, R. Kelly, Trey Songz, T-Pain, Jodeci, Gucci Mane and Jermaine Dupri. The original version of ‘Memoirs…’ has thus far shipped an underwhelming 325,000 copies in the US.

Mariah Set To Leave Island Def Jam?

As a result of the lackluster reception of ‘Memoirs of An Imperfect Angel’, and Mariah Carey’s indignation with the handling of the record, sources close to That Grape Juice have informed us that the songbird may just be ready to take flight to a new label. There is reliable word that Carey has been at logger-heads with label-head LA Reid for several months now.

The 39-year old diva has been signed to the Island Def Jam Music Group since 2002. The terms of the singer’s deal entail a minimum of 3 albums for the grand total of 22.5 million dollars, with her being named a joint partner with the Universal Music Group. Carey’s first LP released under the agreement was 2002’s ‘Charmbracelet’ which was followed by the 6x platinum ‘The Emancipation of Mimi’, ‘E=MC²’ and ‘Memoirs…‘, which was released on September 29th 2009.

If Carey decides to leave IDJ, I will not be shocked. The promotional efforts behind ‘Memoirs…’ reflect less than half of the energy that the label placed into the ‘Emancipation’ project. Has anyone else noticed that she has barely taken any new promotional pictures for this record with the exception of her single covers and the album booklet? Add that to Carey’s criticism’s of ‘I Want To Know What Love Is’ being chosen as a single in place of ‘H.A.T.E.U.’, and it’s easy to understand why she might be preparing to ditch the label.

It is no secret that several labels have been itching to sign Carey since she left Virgin Records in 2001. Clive Davis (Whitney Houston, Leona Lewis, Jennifer Hudson) at J Records, for instance, tried to get her to join his team. The real question is: should Carey leave IDJ, where would she fit in? I personally think that her best move would be to go back to Sony, where she would be able to get the attention and funding she deserves; a plausible option now that ex-husband Tommy Mottola is no longer with the company. Either way, with a rare talent like hers, she would be an invaluable addition to any label’s lineup.

InStyle: Mariah & Nick: They Belong Together

From the December 2009 issue of InStyle magazine.

On a jaunt to the Maldives, the pop diva and her husband once again tell each other "I'll Be There"

When singer Mariah Carey wed America's Got Talent host Nick Cannon in 2008 at her house in the Bahamas, they promised to renew their vows every year. For their first anniversary they flew five friends to the One & Only Reethy Rah resort in the Maldives. As a gift, Cannon, 29, gave Carey, 40, three custom rings to match her original pink diamond engagement one, but that wasn't the only step up. "The first time, everybody was nervous. We didn't tell anybody, and I got there late, as usual," says the singer, who co-stars in Precious. "But the second time, on this sandbar in the ocean, everything was incredible." The couple are already planning next year's ceremony with even more friends at their new Bel-Air mansion.

Carey and Cannon (in a Balenciaga suit) chose to renew their vows in the Maldives because "we both love exotic places and traveling together," she says. The ceremony was presided over by a minister, under a floral arch. "It was romantic," Carey says.

Carey liked the neckline and simplicity of the Roberto Cavalli dress. She wore a sheer veil over her naturally curly hair. "At the last minute, I said, 'OK, I'll wear a veil,'" she says. "Why not? You're getting married!"

Usually I'd get a more elaborate cake," says Carey of the heart-adorned creation. "But this was a really nice one."

"I don't really eat cake, but I had a very small piece that night," says Carey. Cannon, however, is another story. "He can eat whatever he wants."

"All I Want For Christmas Is You" Dance Remix

"All I Want For Christmas Is You" was the leading single from Mariah's 1994 Merry Christmas album, selling 11 million copies worldwide on its way to becoming one of the best selling Christmas albums of all time! In December of 2007, it became the first ringtone to be certified platinum with sales of over 1 million, and will top 2 million this year.

Written by Mariah and Walter Afanasieff, it is the only original Holiday song written by a contemporary artist to be considered a "classic," and continues to top radio play and sales charts every year during the Holidays.

Upon the fifteen year anniversary, it was time to put a new twist on this Mariah Holiday classic with a brand new dance remix. Mariah's New Dance Mix of "All I Want For Christmas Is You" was produced and overseen by Mariah herself, and re-mixed by Joey Arbagey, and you are hearing it first at AOL's PopEater!

The digital single and ringtone will be available everywhere starting November 23.

I Want To Know What Love Is Video!

PRECIOUS In Theaters TODAY!!

PRECIOUS, the critically acclaimed and award winning film by Lee Daniels is out in select theaters TODAY Friday, November 6, 2009.

Don't miss out on "one of the most important films of this generation" (AOL Black Voices) - Find a theater near you, check showtimes and buy tickets today!

Oprah Winfrey ("this film left me breathless... it split me wide open") and Tyler Perry ("it has the ability and power to change lives") in association with Lionsgate present PRECIOUS: BASED ON THE NOVEL 'PUSH' BY SAPPHIRE, starring Mo'Nique, Paula Patton, Mariah Carey, Sherri Shepherd, Lenny Kravitz and introduces Gabourey Sidibe.

Set in Harlem in 1987, PRECIOUS is the story of Claireece "Precious" Jones (Gabourey Sidibe), a sixteen-year-old African-American girl born into a life no one would want. She's pregnant for the second time by her absent father; at home, she must wait hand and foot on her mother (Mo'Nique), a poisonously angry woman who abuses her emotionally and physically. School is a place of chaos, and Precious has reached the ninth grade with good marks and an awful secret: she can neither read nor write.

Precious may sometimes be down, but she is never out. Beneath her impassive expression is a watchful, curious young woman with an inchoate but unshakeable sense that other possibilities exist for her. Threatened with expulsion, Precious is offered the chance to transfer to an alternative school, Each One/Teach One. Precious doesn't know the meaning of "alternative," but her instincts tell her this is the chance she has been waiting for. In the literacy workshop taught by the patient yet firm Ms. Rain (Paula Patton), Precious begins a journey that will lead her from darkness, pain and powerlessness to light, love and self-determination.

PRECIOUS was in Official Selection at the 2009 Cannes Film Festival - Un Certain Regard, and winner of three awards at the 2009 Sundance Film Festival including the Grand Jury Prize and Audience Award in the U.S. Dramatic Competition. The film was also the centerpiece of the 2009 Toronto International Film Festival Gala Presentation on September 12, 2009, where it received the festival's 2009 Cadillac People's Choice Award. PRECIOUS is the only film ever to receive the Audience awards at both Sundance and Toronto. PRECIOUS has been selected as the 2009 New York Film Festival Centerpiece.

PRECIOUS: BASED ON THE NOVEL 'PUSH' BY SAPPHIRE is a vibrant, honest and resoundingly hopeful film about the human capacity to grow and overcome. Get your tickets today at precioustickets.com!

Critics talk about PRECIOUS...

"'Precious' is courageous and uncompromising, a shaken cocktail of debasement and elation, despair and hope. Everyone involved deserves credit for creating a movie so dangerous, problematic and ultimately elevating." - John Anderson, Variety

"It is raw, electrically charged, heart-rending and completely shattering." - Rex Reed, The New York Observer

"See it as soon as you can!" - A.O Scott, At The Movies

"'Precious' leaves you moved like no film in years. It has a spirit that soars" - Peter Travers, Rolling Stone

"'Precious' simply cannot be missed" - Mary Corliss, TIME

"You feel you've witnessed nothing less than the birth of a soul" - Owen Gleiberman, Entertainment Weekly

"In a striking non-star turn, Mariah Carey is credible as a veteran social worker who is jarred by Precious' plight." - Hollywood Reporter

"Among the many delightful surprises in the film is Mariah Carey, who is pitch-perfect as a welfare counselor and serves as this demi-tragedy's Greek chorus. It's possible that many viewers won't recognize her until the final credits, but like so many things about "Precious," the performance is disarming." - Variety

"Precious is great American cinema" - The Associated Press

On its way to the Oscars...

Winner! Sundance Film Festival - Grand Jury Prize

Winner! Sundance Film Festival - Audience Award

Winner! Toronto Film Festival - People's Choice Audience Award

Winner! Chicago Film Festival - Audience Award

Winner! Deauville Film Festival - Jury Prize

Winner! Aspen Film Festival - Audience Award

Winner! Aspen Film Festival - Artist To Watch Award - Paula Patton

Winner! Mill Valley Film Festival - Audience Award

Winner! Milwaukee Film Festival - Audience Award

Winner! San Sebastian International Film Festival - TCM Audience Award

Festival De Cannes - Official Selection - Un Certain Regard