Mariah Carey is bringing together outtakes, demos and B-sides for her new compilation album, The Rarities.
Slated for release on October 2nd, the album, which comes amid the star’s #MC30 celebrations, is led by new single Save the Day, featuring Lauryn Hill. Also included is Mariah’s performance from Japan’s Tokyo Dome in 1996.
Announcing the album alongside a picture of the cover art, Mariah tweeted: “This one is for you, my fans. It’s to celebrate us, and to thank you for years of pure love and support.
This one is for you, my fans. It’s to celebrate us, and to thank you for ? years of pure love and support. I am so grateful to you ?❤️ THE RARITIES album is out October 2 ? Pre-order now: https://t.co/vZ4SBXQ8hg pic.twitter.com/4JRW51QxVq
— Mariah Carey (@MariahCarey) August 19, 2020
“I am so grateful to you. THE RARITIES album is out October 2.”
Mariah has been marking 30 years since the release of her self-titled debut album since July, releasing weekly digital EPs, featuring remixes and live performances of some of her biggest hits, as well as remastered videos.
Following the announcement of The Rarities, Mariah is slated to appear on Good Morning America’s Summer Concert Series on Wednesday. She will release her memoir, The Meaning of Mariah Carey, on September 29th.
Pre-order The Rarities here.