Mimi is finally touring South Africa! Live Nation and Big Concerts announced earlier today Mariah Carey, the best-selling female artist of all time, will be
performing in South Africa for the very first time in 2016 with her ‘Sweet
Sweet Fantasy” tour. At the moment there is only a Johannesburg date, but it could be nice if she visit Cape Town as well
On the heels of a sell-out Las Vegas residency and one of
the most exciting years of her extraordinary career, the global superstar will
be taking her fans on a thrilling journey of wonder as she performs her
biggest, career- defining hits. To reward her legions of super-loyal South
African fans, the Sweet Sweet Fantasy tour will visit Johannesburg on 1st and
2nd May 2016 at the Ticketpro Dome. Presented by 947, 702, Mzanzi Magic Music
and Channel 24. Another Big Concerts Experience.
“Lambily, it’s been too long!! I’m so excited to be coming
to South Africa to perform for you all. I promise we’re going to share the most
amazing moments together and I have so many surprises in store for you
daahhlings! Can’t wait to see you all in your hometown. Love Mariah xx”
Drawing on a back catalogue of over 18 No. 1 singles, Mariah
will be performing her biggest hits, including the timeless ‘Hero’, ‘Fantasy’,
‘Always Be My Baby’, the global smash hit ‘We Belong Together’ and many, many
more.
Mariah Carey is a music icon, a soul legend, a pop
phenomenon, a breathtaking live artist and planet Earth’s best-selling female
artist of all time. She has sold over 220 million records and 17 of her 18
Billboard Hot 100 No. 1 singles have been self-penned, including 'Fantasy',
'Always Be My Baby', 'Hero', 'Touch My Body', 'One Sweet Day', and 'We Belong
Together', more than any other solo artist.
With her distinct five-octave vocal range, prolific
songwriting, and producing talent, Mariah has defined the modern pop artist. As
a singer/songwriter/producer, amongst her countless awards, she has been
recognized with multiple Grammy Awards, 21 American Music Awards, Billboard's
“Artist of the Decade” Award, the World Music Award for “World's Best Selling
Female Artist Of The Millennium,” and BMI's “Icon Award” for her outstanding
achievements in songwriting.
She has topped the charts globally and has played to packed
audiences in stadiums and arenas around the world. Her combination of stellar
talents has inspired her dedicated fans in almost every country and set new
standards for excellence in the music industry.
Mariah Carey's ongoing impact transcends the music industry
to leave an indelible imprint upon the world at large. She has made substantial
marks in film with critically acclaimed roles in Precious (2009), Lee Daniel’s
The Butler (2013) and most recently Mariah made her directorial debut in A
Christmas Melody, a special festive feature for Hallmark, in which she also
stars. A Christmas Melody airs in the US on December 19, on the Hallmark
channel, followed immediately after by her Christmas special. A Congressional
Award recipient, Mariah has generously donated her time and energy to a range
of philanthropic causes near to her heart including Save the Music, the
Make-A-Wish Foundation, World Hunger Relief, and the Elton John AIDS
Foundation, among many others. A tremendous supporter of children’s charities,
both domestic and international, Mariah founded Camp Mariah in partnership with
the Fresh Air Fund, a retreat for inner city children to explore career
development.
Tickets for the Johannesburg dates go on sale at 9am on
Thursday 17 December from Big Concerts and Computicket.
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