In other comeback fare, Mariah Carey is preparing a 20th anniversary reissue of her much-lauded Emancipation of Mimi. She’s planning a special reissue to celebrate this exciting milestone. Save the date for May 30th! The anniversary edition will be released, which includes an exceptional 5xLP vinyl box set that holds the original 2005 album with its Ultra Platinum Edition. Released through Def Jam, this wonderful reissue is sure to please fans and newcomers alike with a treasure trove of music and memorabilia.
This new box set rounds up all the classic cuts featured on that now rare original album. It includes dozens of thrilling bonus tracks! These bonus tracks are mostly made up of instrumentals, a cappellas and other remixes, carefully selected from previous CD singles and maxi singles. Enthusiasts will hear remixes from celebrated producer Kaytranada and remix master Esentrik, who bestow entirely new vibes on classic material.
The jacket consists of a richly produced, full-color slipcase. As a companion, the super deluxe version comes with a 28-page booklet packed to the gills with photos spanning the breadth of Mariah Carey’s career. The booklet includes a soul-stirring letter from Carey. In it, she addresses her fans and shares her honest appreciation and enthusiasm for this unique commemorative release.
“I’m really happy to celebrate ‘Mimi’s Emancipation’ with this special anniversary re-release,” – Mariah Carey
The Emancipation of Mimi proved to be a critical, commercial, and artistic comeback for Carey. It marked her rousing comeback from commercial failure and received national praise after a dismal period in the early 2000s. The album features chart toppers such as “We Belong Together” and “Shake It Off.” These tracks cemented her place as one of the most important artists of our time.
This 20th-anniversary reissue does is service to that work. It demonstrates the enduring power of Carey’s craft. She continues to grow as an artist with every project. This special edition takes both long-time aficionados and new listeners alike to experience the magic of Emancipation of Mimi to a whole new level.