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April 30, 2003 - Peoplenews.com reports Christina Aguilera has turned down Robbie Williams' request for a duet, as the Brit pop star is desperate to crack America hoping the pairing would boost his profile. "I think he's cute," she said. "But our styles are so different. We would not gel." Aguilera suggested, "He should try [Mariah Carey] - she loves to duet."

April 30, 2003 - Mariah Carey's Singapore concert, scheduled to take place in June, has been postponed to either July or November because of the SARS outbreak, the event's organizer said. "Mariah, with the assessment of her management team, has decided not to proceed with the Singapore concert on the June 11th date after taking into consideration the latest developments of SARS," M2 Group said in a statement on its website monitored in Singapore yesterday.

April 29, 2003 - PitchforkMedia.com reports Narnack Records has unveiled the 'Buddy Series', a 7" album that feature a track from an established act and a track from a side A-approved up-and-comer. The first features Sonic Youth and Bay-area art-punkers Erase Errata, and both tracks on the disc are about Mariah Carey and her now famously fabulous breakdown from a couple years ago. Sonic Youth's contribution is a song entitled 'Mariah Carey and the Arthur Doyle Hand Cream', while the Erase Errata track, 'Glitter', is titled for the Carey-starring film/album. Read more.

April 29, 2003 - Jeannette Walls of MSNBC reports that Mariah Carey is said to be lusting after 27-year-old British TV star Antony Mcpartin. On a recent trip to London to promote her new single, Mariah is said to have invited Mcpartin for a romantic dinner. Unfortunately for Mariah, his longtime girlfriend was not amused, and she was turned down.

April 28, 2003 - The RU Report hears that Whitney Houston and Lisa Marie Presley are in final talks to be a part of this year’s VH1 'Divas 2003' festivities, which will be broadcast live on May 22nd at Las Vegas’ MGM Grand Hotel. Ru adds, "Don’t be surprised if next week’s Billboard magazine chart-topper Kelly Clarkson, Grammy winning R&B legend Patti LaBelle and the 'diva' with the most #1 pop records Mariah Carey, who has appeared on two previous 'Divas' TV specials, are announced shortly." Read more.

April 26, 2003 - After 'American Idol' Corey Clark felt down and out being ousted from the program for his misdemeanor assault charges, Mariah Carey has come to the singer's rescue. Mariah was so impressed with his singing, and looks, that she wants to sign him to her MonarC record label. Carey is getting the fallen 'Idol' legal help and is hunted for a song they can do as a duet.

April 26, 2003 - NJHottie24 writes "Mariah is going on tour and is hitting the US during late summer. In addition to the confirmed tour dates for Japan and France, read here for the tour dates to the Charmbracelet tour in the U.S."

April 23, 2003 - Busta Rhymes stopped by MTV's Total Request Live on Wednesday with his kids and Spliff Star from the Flip Mode Squad. Busta talked about hooking up with Mariah Carey on 'I Know What You Want'. He said, "They went through a whole bunch of suggestions around, Split came up with suggestions, but ultimately the best was the one we didn't make, which was let's just see how, you know... let's just see who the best person would be to sing the part and it's without question that Mariah is one of the best singers period, hands down." Spliff added, "She's viola, viola." Check out the entire transcript here.

April 18, 2003 - HiT recently chatted with Mariah Carey and asked the singer about her thoughts on Toni Braxton coming out and giving her credit for mixing diva R&B with hip-hop way before it became cool. "Yeah, I saw that, that was nice of her. I love hip-hop," she said. "I grew up on hip-hop in New York. I experienced the birth of hip-hop. It's organic for me. But people don't understand. Take 'Dream Lover'. It's a cute little pop song, but it's based on a sample of a record called 'Blind Alley' which has been used by so many rappers just freestyling - 'Ain't No Half Steppin'' by Big Daddy Kane for one. The average public hears 'Dream Lover' and has no clue. But Q-Tip said to me, 'You realize you're a catalyst for what's happening in music right now. You used 'Blind Alley', you sang over that loop.' It takes someone knowledgeable about old school hip-hop to know that. I love ballads, they're therapy for me. But doing 'Boy (I Need You)' with Cam'ron or 'You Got Me' with Jay Z, that's part of me too." Read more.

April 17, 2003 - britny writes "The Today Show has announced the lineup of their annual Today Show Concert Series sponsored by Toyota. Mariah Carey is scheduled to perform on May 9th, while Michelle Branch finishes out the performances on September 26th. Also scheduled are Ashanti, Shania Twain, Fleetwood Mac, and Amy Grant. The shows take place on Friday mornings. Read more."

April 17, 2003 - Groovevolt.com reports Ashanti has recruited *NSYNC star Justin Timberlake to duet with her on her upcoming sophomore album. "Justin has taken an interest in Ashanti," says a close friend of the singer. "He was planning to release his duet with Mariah Carey but Jive will not let up. The track with him and Christina may also never see the light of day. Ashanti, on the other hand, is said to be in place." Read more.

April 16, 2003 - Jephreda Hudson of the USA Vanguard weighed in on artists making the leap into acting, taking shots at Mariah Carey, Britney Spears, and *NSYNC star Justin Timberlake. "What causes me to scratch my head in wonder is the person who saw Mariah Carey in 'Glitter' and allowed her make another movie," Hudson argued. "I’m not the biggest fan of Carey’s music but I don’t think anyone would argue with me about her need to stick to her high-pitched, arm-flailing screeching." Hudson added, "I have not seen 'Crossroads' (and I’m dying to do so) but from what I’ve heard from some very reliable sources, Britney Spears did not give what would be considered an outstanding performance. Not even my boy, Justin Timberlake, is excused. I have seen a few things he’s been in, including a made-for-TV Disney movie and his acting was so stiff, I was embarrassed for him." Read more.

April 16, 2003 - Michelle Branch, Shania Twain, and Mariah Carey were on hand at the Launch of 102.7 FM on Thursday (April 10) at Powder in New York City. Check out more pictures from StarFile.

April 16, 2003 - Anonymous writes "Mariahdownunder.com reports that according to Kyle & Jackie O, hosts of the Hot30.com Countdown - Australia's most popular and influential radio program, Justin Timberlake "doesn't want to be associated" with Mariah, and that is why he personally will not allow the release of "Yours". Not only that, but he said that Mariah is "uncool" and she "desperately" wants the duet released to regain her lost popularity."

April 15, 2003 - Mariah Carey recently chatted with the German edition of GQ magazine, and was asked about a few rumors, including if she had ever slept with Eminem. "We are very FAR from the truth," Mariah advised the reporter regarding the report. "It never happened." As for reports that she wasn't wearing underwear during a recent TV interview, she said those that suggested it "must be crazy" and insisted she does cover her bits. "I wear totally normal underwear, just as any other women," she said. Check out the entire interview here.

April 15, 2003 - Roger Friedman of FoxNews.com reports that Mariah Carey is in talks with Infinity Broadcasting to have a show — most likely a weekly one — on the new Blink 102.7 in New York. Read more.

April 13, 2003 - Adam Schefter of the Denver Post chatted with China's most famous export Yao Ming of the Houston Rockets, who stands 7-foot-5. Asked about the Michael Jordan that dress Mariah Carey wore durin her NBA All-Star game performance, Ming joked, "I just hope the WNBA players dont wear stuff like that." Read more.

April 13, 2003 - tofachino writes "On E! News Live they have this thing called Quickies where they ask the celebrities what do they prefer. When asked if she preferred Celine Dion or Mariah Carey, 'American Idol' champ Kelly Clarkson said: "They're both so different! Host: "But who do you prefer?" Kelly: "Mariah Carey.""

April 12, 2003 - Mariah Carey spoke with Trevor Nelson of Radio 1 a few weeks ago and was asked her thoughts on gossip. "People wanna hear the gossip and the lies," she said. "That's why I say celebrity gossip is nonsense. It's either planted by the celebrity or else written by someone who is sitting around with nothing to do." Listen to the entire interview here.

April 12, 2003 - Star magazine quotes Mariah Carey dismissing her relationship with Eminem. "I spoke to him on the phone on a regular basis, but it was not a relationship," Carey insisted. "I find it pretty surprising that he would misrepresent something like that." Mariah added, "I have never had a one-night stand in my life or had a fling with someone that I didn't really know."

April 12, 2003 - Mariah Carey sent out an e-mail to fans indicating that 'Honey B. Fly' - the official Mariah Carey Fan Club, will be opening on Monday (April 14) at mariahcareyfanclub.com.

April 11, 2003 - WireImage.com has photos of Busta Rhymes and Mariah Carey from their video shoot for 'I Know What You Want' at a Malibu residence. Check out the pictures here.

April 11, 2003 - Mariah Carey has resorted to desparate measures to get her 'Yours' single with *NSYNC star Justin Timberlake released. Asked on her website if it ever will be released, she told fans, "I would love for it to be released! We need to ask Justin's label Jive Records for the answer to this question... lol Mariah." The singer then adds the website address for Jive Records so fans can contact the company at jiverecords.com. Check out other fan questions to the singer here.

April 11, 2003 - NJHottie24 writes "'Bringin’ On The Heartbreak' will be the next single from Mariah’s latest album, 'Charmbracelet.' According to All Access, Mariah’s cover of the Def Leppard power ballad will be shipped to Pop (Top 40 Mainstream) radio stations on May 13 and Adult Contemporary radio stations a day earlier on May 12. Fans may be in for a surprise, however, because the radio version is likely to be a new, remixed track with slightly new vocals and a brand new guitar solo from Dave Navarro. The same remix will also be the base for the song’s music video, which was filmed by director Sanaa Hamri several weeks ago in Los Angeles."

April 10, 2003 - Jeannette Walls of MSNBC.com reports Mariah Carey recently told a fan she’s working on a tell-all book about her life.

April 8, 2003 - Teen Scene magazine wasn't impressed with Mariah Carey's diva-like behavior backstage at the Soul Train Awards earlier this year. They write, "Usually, how it works, the artists go from the 'photo room' to the 'general press room' for questioning- but not the diva of all divas. Mariah Carey merely waved over to us, and then left. In the true spirit of a diva, she left us hanging- never to come back. ... So, it seems Mariah Carey lives up to her public image she has so rightfully been bestowed." Read more.

April 8, 2003 - The Daily Star reports Mariah Carey is smitten by Ant McPartlin (one half of Ant and Dec) and asked him to join her for dinner at her hotel after appearing on Ant And Dec's Saturday Takeaway.

April 8, 2003 - A new petition urging the release of Mariah Carey's 'Yours' featuring *NSYNC star Justin Timberlake has been posted on petitiononline.com. They write, "We want Justin and Mariah to do well, and we really do feel that releasing the Duet of 'Yours' would be in his best interest. The song is energetic love song and would be very MTV/radio-friendly. While we (as fans) will support and request whichever song Justin and Mariah decides to release, there is no question that the daring choice of releasing 'Yours' would be better in all aspects. It would definitely appeal to a broader audience and even gain new Justin and Mariah Fans." Read more.

April 7, 2003 - KekkGecko5 writes on the LiveDaily.com forum: "On MADtv last night there was a parody of Mariah Carey's 'Thourgh The Rain'. It was called 'Not Insane'. It had Mariah catching Butterflies with a net and her running around in her underwear with ice cream (like on TRL). In the original video it's Mariah's mom going places with her boyfriend and stuff and she drops a charmbraclet. Well in the Parody it was [Whitney Houston] with Bobby Brown and instead of a charmbracelet she drops drugs!"

April 5, 2003 - Anonymous writes "Jennifer Lopez, Mariah Carey, Robbie Williams, Shakira and Kylie Minogue turned an ad for NRJ, the radio most listened in France. The 20 seconds commercial will be shown on many channels like TF1, M6, France 3, TPS Star, Info Sport and 13e Rue. It will be premiered Saturday (April 5) but only on French TV. To see some exclusive captures, click here."

April 5, 2003 - Mariah Carey left a new voice message for fans on her official website on Thursday (March 3). Listen to the message here.

April 4, 2003 - Star magazine reports that Mariah Carey gave a female fan the literal dress off her back when she taped the 'Bringin' On The Heartbreak' video in Los Angeles. A girl who was gushing about Mariah's dress said, "Can I wear your dress to my prom?" Mariah said, "What size are you?" When the fan said "zero", Mariah shot back, "I'm sorry, this is NO zero! But if you want to get it altered for your prom, I'll give it to you when we're done. I promise." Well Mariah came through on her promise.

April 3, 2003 - Popbitch recently detailed a source's encounter with Mariah Carey in London, where she was trying - and failing - to record a television message. After a fourth unsuccessful attempt, Carey's entourage came to the confused star's aid, ushering the "vision of blond, tanned perfection, resplendent in denim and bling-bling gold jewellery" into a private room saying, "Mariah needs Mariah time!" Ten minutes later she's out, a lot more chilled, big smile on her big face, and ready for action. "She was dead nice," said the source, "not a bitch at all, but looked deeply unhappy and troubled and kind of worn-out."

April 3, 2003 - Liz Smith of the New York Post was full of compliments for Mariah Carey today. She writes, "Mariah Carey is all over Europe these days, performing and soaking up adulation. Mariah loves being a star. She does not disdain perks. She does not hide from her fans. She does not pretend to be the girl next door. ... Mariah, following her own drummer, has also not heeded the advice of industry experts who advised her to tone down the scanty clothes and sexy ways, and instead, focus on her amazing voice. I guess Mariah figures she has a number of assets and why can't she be a great singer with a great rack?" Read more.

April 3, 2003 - Globe magazine reports Joe Millionaire star Evan Marriott was smitten by Mariah Carey when he made a guest appearance on her new video 'Bringin' On The Heartache'. "Evan was chasing after Mariah like a dog in heat," an eyewitness on the set revealed. "He kept flexing his muscles for her, puffing out his chest and flashing his million-dollar smile - anything to get her to notice him." Mariah did enjoy Evan's attention, but she stayed all business and was "totally focused on the video shoot."

April 3, 2003 - 'Joe Millionaire' reality TV star Evan Marriott chatted with Entertainment Tonight about his guest appearance on Mariah Carey's new 'Bringin' On The Heartbreat'. "She's a good-looking girl," Evan told ET about Mariah. "This is her big comeback video, so it was really good." As for talk of a romance, Evan says, "I try to keep it as professional as possible, because you never know when you are going to get slapped down. But she was really nice and super attractive." Watch a video clip here.

April 3, 2003 - Mariah Carey was interviewed by 60 Minutes in Australia, where the singer was asked by Liz Hayes about her diva image, her failed marriage to Tommy Mottola, and her breakdown. Carey was asked if the breakdown was something she had to have in order to get her life back on track. "Yes, I believe so," she said. "I believe that everything happens for a reason and it's actually a miracle that I made it as long as I did through the difficult situations that I encountered. It wasn't a nervous breakdown, but it was definitely a breakdown in terms of emotionally and most definitely physically, because any time you go six days without sleep, your body's going to, you're going to collapse, I don't care who you are." Read more.

April 1, 2003 - Capital FM in London recently chatted with Mariah Carey and asked the singer what's next for her. "I look at every day as a new creative moment," she said. "There's a lot of things that I'm doing that aren't necessarily music related, which I'm keeping to myself for the moment. As an artist there are a lot of contributions I can make that might make a difference - the charity work that I do is very important to me." Listen to the entire interview here.

April 1, 2003 - Sound files to Mariah Carey's interview on the Graham Norton Show have been posted. The singer performs 'Boy' and 'Through The Rain', and speaks with Norton about the Sharon Stone style incident from Mall of America, the problems shooting 'Boy' in Tokyo, her thoughts on English men, and more. Download and listen to the clips here.

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