Depending on your perspective, Mariah Carey deserves either the credit or the blame for much of today's highly embellished, melisma-saturated pop vocals. Her new album, "E=MC²" - which hits stores today - is the latest example of her remarkable vocal range and staying power. Today, two critics debate her significance in the music world. Also: genre-crossing cellist, trombonist and composer Dana Leong performs live in the studio.
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Dana LeongMariah Carey - Bimbo or Brilliant?
Soundcheck Smackdown: Mariah Carey – Bimbo or Brilliant? The pop star just surpassed Elvis Presley for most singles on the top of the charts and is releasing today her new album “E=MC²”. Pop music critic Jody Rosen and freelance writer Evelyn McDonnell square off to debate Mariah’s singing style and ...
Dana Leong
Cellist and composer Dana Leong is all about melting-pot. He is of both Chinese and Japanese descent. And his music mixes jazz with funk, hip-hop and electronica. He brings his band for a live performance in the studio.
Dana Leong performs a free concert with his band at Dizzy's ...
Dana Leong performs a free concert with his band at Dizzy's ...