The undisputed and ever-iconic Queen of Christmas, Mariah Carey, is marking a monumental milestone: the 30th anniversary of her legendary Merry Christmas album and three decades of her record-breaking holiday anthem, “All I Want for Christmas Is You.” Naturally, she’s celebrating in signature Mariah style—with a dazzling anniversary release.
This season, Carey delivers the ultimate holiday gift with the Digital Deluxe Anniversary Edition of Merry Christmas. Packed with festive bonus tracks, the remastered St. John the Divine concert, the streaming debut of “Hero” from the same performance, and the video version of “Miss You Most (At Christmas Time),” this edition is available now in formats as nostalgic as they are collectible: 7”, 12”, cassette, and CD single.
If you thought that was all, then you’re not familiarized with Mariah’s game. The award-winning artist and V cover star alum is taking the celebration to new heights with an array of Merry Christmas anniversary variations dropping next week on December 13. Fans can unwrap a zoetrope vinyl pressing with mesmerizing animated effects, a 2LP Deluxe Edition complete with a 24-page photo booklet chronicling her Christmas legacy, a festive Mariah Christmas card, and a newly remastered recording of her iconic 1994 St. John the Divine concert on Disc 2. For audiophiles, Mobile Fidelity Sound Lab (MoFi) elevates the celebration with three ultra-premium formats sourced from the original master tapes.
Beyond the music, Mariah has been lighting up stages across the nation with her sold-out Christmas Time tour. Produced by Live Nation, the 21-city extravaganza features her festive classics, all culminating in a dazzling finale on December 17 in New York City. This year’s winter wonderland production is her most spectacular yet, proving once again that no one does Christmas quite like Mariah. And the holiday magic doesn’t stop there. Carey’s iconic holiday anthem, “All I Want For Christmas Is You,” is now certified 16x Platinum by the RIAA, cementing its place as the highest-certified single by a female artist—and yes, it’s back in the Top 10 of Billboard’s Hot 100.
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