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Mariah Carey Releases A New Video For "All I Want For Christmas Is You"

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The '90s Christmas gem off Carey's 'Merry Christmas' album has more than survived the passage of time, hitting No. 1 on the Billboard 100 chart for the first time this year
Jennifer Velez
GRAMMYs
Dec 20, 2019 - 4:17 pm

It's a happy holiday indeed: Not only has Mariah Carey returned to No. 1 with her inescapable yuletide jam, "All I Want For Christmas Is You," but the pop goddess has now released an updated music video to match. 

The "Make My Wish Come True" Edition, which premiered on YouTube last night at midnight, features the holiday queen dressed as Santa Claus inside a storefront display. First, a little girl experiences some seasonal magic and enters a jolly world of dancing toy soldiers, dancers holding candy canes, while Carey, who goes from wearing a Santa-inspired catsuit to a toy soldier costume and then a sparkly long red dress, welcomes her 8-year-old twins, Monroe and Moroccan, in the video.

The '90s Christmas track, which appears on Carey's Merry Christmas album, has more than survived the passage of time. The holiday classic has only become more popular since it was released in 1994 and, as noted above, even hit No. 1 on the Billboard 100 chart for the first time ever this year. Last month, Guinness World records recognized Carey for earning three new records for the track, including Most Streamed Track On Spotify In 24 Hours by a female artist.

And the year could not end without an album celebration; in honor of its 25th anniversary, the pop idol released a reissue of the Christmas album that birthed the unexpected Christmas hit. 

"This new reissue of Merry Christmas is a nice reminder of Carey's superstar talents, relentless creative work ethic, and hard-earned staying power," Will Hodge wrote in a recent piece about "All I Want For Christmas Is You."

Carey has spent a chunk of the year making the most of her success. Just a few days ago, Carey finished a Christmas tour featuring "All I Want For Christmas Is You" and other seasonal songs. 

Watch the full "All I Want For Christmas Is You" video below:

Mariah Carey's "All I Want For Christmas Is You" Hits No. 1 25 Years After Its Initial Release

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Mariah Carey Announces 'All I Want For Christmas Is You' Tour

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The GRAMMY winner will perform songs from her 'Merry Christmas' album, which turns 25 this year
Jennifer Velez
GRAMMYs
Sep 30, 2019 - 12:45 pm

Christmas has come early for Mariah Carey fans⁠: The singer/songwriter/pop icon has announced that she will be bringing her Christmas hit "All I Want For Christmas" on a special Christmas tour in celebration of its 25th anniversary this holiday season.  

Carey, who launched an "All I Want For Christmas" residency at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas in November, will begin the tour in Sin City and then head to Atlantic City, N.J., Washington, Uncasville, Conn. and Boston before its last stop in New York City on Dec.15. One dollar from each ticket sold will go to Toys For Tots.

The GRAMMY winner will perform songs from her Merry Christmas album, plus other hits. Carey also plans to re-release her Christmas album in honor of its 25th anniversary on Nov.1, the album's initial release date. Last December, the 1994 hit "All I Want For Christmas Is You" broke a Spotify record with more than 10.8 million streams.

Tickets go on sale Oct. 4 via LiveNation. 

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Erika Ender, winner of Song Of The Year as a co-writer of "Despacito"

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GRAMMY Museum Experience Announces Online Learning Hub With New Podcast & Video Series Featuring Erika Ender

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The "Despacito" co-writer is one of the first guests of the museum's new video series called Behind the Songs
Jennifer Velez
GRAMMYs
Jun 17, 2020 - 4:17 pm

The GRAMMY Museum Experience at the Prudential Center in Newark, N.J. has launched a new Online Learning and Content Hub that will feature a new podcast and video series.

The learning hub will contain free content and joins the museum's existing digital programming including its Mini Masterclass video series featuring Darryl “DMC” McDaniels, Estelle and more. Their new video series called Behind the Songs will take listeners behind the songs of notable singers, songwriters and producers with host Mark Conklin, museum artist relations and programming director. Most conversations will be followed with an exclusive performance. The second episode with "Despacito" co-writer Erika Ender will be released on June 18 at 7 p.m. EST. New episodes will be released every Thursday at 7 p.m. EST. 

Musically Speaking, the museum's new podcast, will feature conversations with artists, songwriters, producers and industry executives, including DJ Khaled and Naughty By Nature, from past public programs held at the museum. The first episode released on June 15 at 7 p.m. EST featured rock legends The Zombies. Like Behind the Songs, new podcast episodes will publish every Thursday at 7 p.m. EST.

"Music is our greatest form of connection and it has never been more important to our society than it is right now," said Conklin in a statement. "We are thrilled to introduce our Online Learning and Content Hub and bring its programs to life. These online programs allow us to continue the museum’s mission to educate, entertain and provide music fans with an exclusive glimpse into the songs and artists that continue to be the soundtrack of our lives."

The GRAMMY Museum Experience will also be showcasing virtual exhibits from their museum and the GRAMMY Museum in Los Angeles soon. Among the exhibits, they will highlight virtually is Whitney! honoring Whitney Houston. 

Check out the new hub and new programs at GRAMMYMuseumEXP.org.

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JoJo Is Back, And She Lets The World Know The Kind Of "Man" She Wants On Press Play

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Jojo performed a slightly stripped-down version of "Man," produced by BeatGoz and Fade Majah, for the latest edition of Press Play
Jennifer Velez
GRAMMYs
May 7, 2020 - 1:42 pm

We hadn't had a brand new album from JoJo since her 2016 Mad Love., but now that has all changed. The GRAMMY-nominated singer/songwriter's fourth album good to know is out now and in it, she gives us a song that reveals exactly what she wants in a "Man."

The single reveals JoJo has been okay on her own but would give up her single-lady life for a man that loves her the way she loves herself. Produced by BeatGodz and Fade Majah, JoJo performs a slightly stripped-down version of "Man" for the latest rendition of Press Play. 

Press Play On JoJo's "Man"

JoJo, who counts Aretha Franklin, Erykah Badu, Mariah Carey and Whitney Houston among her influences, was 12 years old when she signed her first record deal. Many may remember her for her hit "Leave (Get Out)" that reached No. 12 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in 2004 when she was 13 years old.

Watch the full performance of "Man" above.

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VIDEO PREMIERE: Kimbra And Nu Deco Ensemble Deliver High-Powered Performance Of "Top Of The World"

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Watch the ensemble add their magic to the single off Kimbra's 2018 'Primal Heart' album
Jennifer Velez
GRAMMYs
Apr 3, 2020 - 9:45 am

Kimbra and Nu Deco Ensemble take the stage together for an energetic performance of "Top of the World" that will captivate your eyes and ears.

The single off the New Zealand singer/songwriter's 2018 album Primal Heart gets added drama as the orchestra adds its magic with its brass, percussion, strings and more. Kimbra said the remake and collaboration with the Miami-based ensemble, which likes to inspire audiences with its enthralling genre-shifting performances, was exciting to do.

"I couldn't have been more excited and honored when I was asked to perform with the Nu Deco Ensemble. Sam Hyken's interpretaion of my music was thoughtful and cinematic and, conductor, Jacomo Bairos was able to illicit such an amazing energy from the performers," she told the Recording Academy. "The entire experience gave me a whole new perspective on the music that I will always carry with me."

The song was a perfect one to get an orchestral redo, arranger Sam Hyken told the Recording Academy. 
 
“'Top of the World' was one of our favorite songs from Kimbra’s incredibly diverse catalog that we knew we wanted as part of our collaboration," he said. "The grand nature of both the song and her performance not only lend itself perfectly for an orchestral setting but also helps highlight the full range and capability of our ensemble."

Watch the full video above.

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