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Mariah Carey Shines at Brighton Pride with Sold-Out Performance

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Mariah Carey brought her unmatched energy to Brighton Pride on Saturday, performing a sold-out show at Preston Park after a six-year hiatus in the UK. The 56-year-old global superstar, known for hits like "Fantasy," "Hero," and "We Belong Together," took to the stage with a setlist that included timeless classics and new tracks from her upcoming album "Here for It All." With thousands of fans singing along, Carey's performance was a true spectacle, but it wasn't just her music that stole the show – her dedication to her appearance was also on full display.

Key Takeaways:

  • Mariah Carey headlined the Pride on the Park event at Preston Park on Saturday, marking her first UK performance in six years.
  • The singer, 56, performed a mix of timeless classics and new tracks from her upcoming album "Here for It All," including "Fantasy," "Emotions," and "We Belong Together."
  • Carey was spotted calling her glam squad and hair team to the stage for a mid-performance touch-up, much to the delight of her fans.
  • Ahead of the event, Carey teased her arrival on social media with a playful TikTok video, showing her boarding a private jet in Paris.
  • Organisers hailed Carey's performance as a major moment for the festival, with Brighton Pride's managing director describing her as a "global icon" whose appearance would be "truly momentous" for the city's LGBTQ+ celebration.
  • The setlist included both new and classic tracks, with fans in attendance excited to see Carey perform live after years of waiting.
  • One fan praised Carey's dedication to her appearance, saying, "What Mariah wants, Mariah must get. She called her makeup and hair team to the stage to touch up her hair and makeup."

Statistics:

  • Mariah Carey has last performed in the UK since her Royal Albert Hall concerts in 2019.
  • The singer has one of only a handful of international dates confirmed for 2025, with Brighton Pride being one of them.
  • The setlist included a mix of 13 tracks from Carey's extensive discography, including both classic hits and new material from her upcoming album.
  • Carey's upcoming album "Here for It All" is due for release in September 2024.
  • A fan has been waiting 18 years to see Mariah Carey live, and was in the crowd for the sold-out performance at Preston Park.

Sources:

  • The Mirror

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