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Jul 27th, 2006, 07:50 PM
http://www.mariahdaily.com/temp/tunis_bw_.jpg (http://www.mariahdaily.com/temp/tunis_bw.jpg)A true sanctuary for live shows, the stadium of El Menzah accomodated its second Mariah Carey concert on Monday the 24th, which launched "MC's" international tour after an absence that lasted three years. For this second show, Mariah Carey unleashed a series of vocal acrobatics, where the diva performed a "Best Of" compilation, for the most part choosing singles and remixes of her biggest hits from her fifteen albums.
An hour and a half of pure enjoyment, where one could appreciate this rare vocal talent, a soprano coloratura and her perfect mastery of the "whistle" register.
Can Mariah Carey attract a crowd despite the heat that enveloped the El Menzah Stadium? Oh yes, judging by this crowd that braved the heatwave and long hours of waiting to attend this last concert. Can you hear the clamor of the crowd? The show hasn't even begun! While waiting for the show to start, those in attendance let their imaginations run and walk in the footsteps of their idols, still taken by the memories from the unforgettable concerts by Michael Jackson or Sting. It's also a good time to stroll, reliving the stadium's best moments. Showtime creeps closer, as a voice announces that the show will start in five minutes. This announcement is perceived like a command by the crowd sprawled across the lawn, as they scramble one on top of each other for the best view, waving signs that read "I love you Mimi." The lights go out, so the musicians can take their places onstage discreetly, but the exciting shouting of the fans can be still be heard. The screens are lit and the stadium is transformed into a constellation of stars. The night begins with the giant screens showing the view from the top of a rollercoaster. It is immediately understood that the voyage that the audience embarks on will be one of dizzying heights and electrifying. Mariah makes her appearance in the midsts of a thundering ovation. She opens with "It's Like That," the first single from her album "The Emancipation of Mimi," her fourteenth album which saw worldwide success, selling over nine million copies. Like a ritual, the lyrics, the scenes from the videos, and the music cascade one behind another like in a dream. Next is "Heartbreaker," the remix version where the diva lets her voice roam freely over multiple octaves in front of a captivated crowd.
She follows with "Dreamlover" and "My All" before ceding the stage to her dancers who perform a series of dance routines. The artist returns to the stage with a warm welcome from the fans to perform "Honey," "Breakdown," and "Shake It Off." Mariah performed a variety of songs from her musical repertoire for this audience. The crowd is treated next to "Fly Like a Bird," "Fantasy," "Don't Forget About Us," and "I Know What You Want." The setlist for the second concert is practically the same as the first night. The loud cries continue to bounce off the walls of El Menzah while Mariah takes the time to change into a black dress. She finishes the last part of the show with "Thank God I Found You," a remix that get the excitement and adrenaline pumping again. "One Sweet Day," "Hero," "Vision of Love," and "Make It Happen" make up the last part of the show. "I am happy to be with you, I love Tunisia, I love this great crowd" said the diva who has sold more than 160 million albums worldwide before leaving the stage. The crowd slowly leaves the arena, in a trance. The success of this night is a result of the high hopes of the people that were satisfied.
Source: La Presse (http://www.lapresse.tn/index.php?opt=15&categ=4&news=31918) | Mariah Daily (http://talk.livedaily.com/)
An hour and a half of pure enjoyment, where one could appreciate this rare vocal talent, a soprano coloratura and her perfect mastery of the "whistle" register.
Can Mariah Carey attract a crowd despite the heat that enveloped the El Menzah Stadium? Oh yes, judging by this crowd that braved the heatwave and long hours of waiting to attend this last concert. Can you hear the clamor of the crowd? The show hasn't even begun! While waiting for the show to start, those in attendance let their imaginations run and walk in the footsteps of their idols, still taken by the memories from the unforgettable concerts by Michael Jackson or Sting. It's also a good time to stroll, reliving the stadium's best moments. Showtime creeps closer, as a voice announces that the show will start in five minutes. This announcement is perceived like a command by the crowd sprawled across the lawn, as they scramble one on top of each other for the best view, waving signs that read "I love you Mimi." The lights go out, so the musicians can take their places onstage discreetly, but the exciting shouting of the fans can be still be heard. The screens are lit and the stadium is transformed into a constellation of stars. The night begins with the giant screens showing the view from the top of a rollercoaster. It is immediately understood that the voyage that the audience embarks on will be one of dizzying heights and electrifying. Mariah makes her appearance in the midsts of a thundering ovation. She opens with "It's Like That," the first single from her album "The Emancipation of Mimi," her fourteenth album which saw worldwide success, selling over nine million copies. Like a ritual, the lyrics, the scenes from the videos, and the music cascade one behind another like in a dream. Next is "Heartbreaker," the remix version where the diva lets her voice roam freely over multiple octaves in front of a captivated crowd.
She follows with "Dreamlover" and "My All" before ceding the stage to her dancers who perform a series of dance routines. The artist returns to the stage with a warm welcome from the fans to perform "Honey," "Breakdown," and "Shake It Off." Mariah performed a variety of songs from her musical repertoire for this audience. The crowd is treated next to "Fly Like a Bird," "Fantasy," "Don't Forget About Us," and "I Know What You Want." The setlist for the second concert is practically the same as the first night. The loud cries continue to bounce off the walls of El Menzah while Mariah takes the time to change into a black dress. She finishes the last part of the show with "Thank God I Found You," a remix that get the excitement and adrenaline pumping again. "One Sweet Day," "Hero," "Vision of Love," and "Make It Happen" make up the last part of the show. "I am happy to be with you, I love Tunisia, I love this great crowd" said the diva who has sold more than 160 million albums worldwide before leaving the stage. The crowd slowly leaves the arena, in a trance. The success of this night is a result of the high hopes of the people that were satisfied.
Source: La Presse (http://www.lapresse.tn/index.php?opt=15&categ=4&news=31918) | Mariah Daily (http://talk.livedaily.com/)