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MARIAH CAREY RECEIVES SOUNDEXCHANGE HALL OF FAME AWARDIconic hitmaker recognized as one of the most streamed creators in SoundExchange history WASHINGTON, March 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- SoundExchange, the premier music tech organization powering the future of music, announced today that Mariah Carey has been honored with the SoundExchange Hall of Fame Award, recognizing her stature as one of the most streamed creators in the organization's 20-year history. "It should come as no surprise Mariah Carey is among SoundExchange's most streamed creators – she is an accomplished artist who has reached cultural icon status and that is reflected in the data," said Michael Huppe, President and CEO of SoundExchange. "Mariah has created an enduring catalog of incredible music that delights across generations. We are honored to present Mariah Carey with the SoundExchange Hall of Fame Award." Carey's recently announced "The Celebration of Mimi Live" Las Vegas residency, which opens April 12 at Dolby Park Live at Park MGM and runs through April 27. About Mariah Carey Carey's cultural impact has transcended the music industry to leave an indelible imprint upon the world at large. In 2009, Carey was recognized with the Breakthrough Performance Award at the Palm Spring International Film Festival for her critically acclaimed role in Lee Daniels' "Precious." A Congressional Award recipient, Carey has selflessly 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, Carey founded Camp Mariah in partnership with the Fresh Air Fund, a retreat for inner city children to explore career development. In 2020, Mariah's riveting memoir The Meaning of Mariah Carey was recognized as a New York Times #1 bestseller upon release. In 2021 she announced the launch of her foray into the world of spirits with Black Irish – an Irish cream with a name that serves as a playful nod to her family heritage. For additional information, visit www.mariahcarey.com About SoundExchange View original content to download multimedia:https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/mariah-carey-receives-soundexchange-hall-of-fame-award-302098314.html SOURCE SoundExchange |