What makes the Superbowl such a huge event is the ability to bring something for everyone, and Superbowl LIV was no different. For the die-hard sports fans, it provides a perfect stage for the blow-off game of the season. As for everyone else, we get a chance to get sucked into the spectacle of the whole night. Including, of course, the Half-Time show. Taking the stage this year was none other than Shakira and Jennifer Lopez, a.k.a J.LO a far cry from Al Hirt, and marching bands from the University of Arizona and Grambling State University who perform for Super Bowl I in 1967.
Each performer brought their A+ game to the show, both highlighting their greatest hits from their long amazing careers.
Shakira started her performance by quickly reminding the audience that she found the secret to eternal youth because she has somehow not aged a day. Her music remains just as timeless, providing the perfect nostalgia hit, along with empowering messages. Shakira’s playlist included:
She Wolf
Empire
Whenever, Wherever
I Like It Like That, ft. Bad Bunny
Chantaje
Hips Don’t Lie
Waka Waka
Jennifer Lopez kept the momentum going with her performance, which calls for unity. All of J.LO’s songs fill you with pride for your heritage. The performance comes together with the striking visual of J.LO, along with her daughter, performing a rendition of “Born in the USA,” by Bruce Springsteen, while holding the Puerto Rican flag.
J.LO also brought her A-game with her own throwback playlist:
Jenny from the Block
Get Right
Waiting for Tonight
Love Don’t Cost a Thing
Mi Gente, ft J Balvin
On the Floor
Born in the USA, ft. daughter Emme Maribel Muniz
Let’s Get Loud
The hook throughout the week leading to the big event was two of the biggest Latina artist are coming together to light up the stage. With such a statement, the pressure was truly on for both Shakira and J.LO. While it is easy to say that they played it safe playing their greatest hits. It says a lot about their talent and the longevity of their music that despite not being the first time you heard these songs, you still feel the same excitement whenever performed.
Jersey artist Pierce Ripanti has been buzzing crazy in the streets since the drop of his last EP, The One Who Raps . This work of art is consists of 4 tracks ; “Executive”, “Alarm Clocks (Freestyle)”, “In Too Deep” and “Passive Aggressive”. With his fire beats and catchy hooks, Pierce has got the game on lock this year and if you don’t believe me, see for yourself.
Check out the Pierce Ripanti’s latest EP The One Who Raps below. Also, don’t forget to follow him on Instagram @primetimepierce and let us know what you guys think of his music in the comment section below.
The 2020 Grammy Awards has marked the 62nd aniversity of the yearly celebration of all things music. As par of the course for all award shows there were winners, and there were losers. This year is no different, and despite the flood of controversy, and the sudden tragic death of Kobe Bryant the Grammy still manage to deliver a few great surprises.
The biggest winner of the 2020 Grammy, of course, is none other than Billie Eilish. The 18-year-old singer conquered the award show by becoming the second artist in Grammy history to win an award for all four major categories on the same night (the first being Christopher Cross in 1981) nabbing the awards for best album, song, record, and best new artist. However, above all that she also became the first woman to win all major categories in one night in Grammy history. You may have your opinion on whether or not these awards are well earned, however, this is an important milestone in the history of the awards and in the midst of all the controversy that affected the 2020 Grammy. This is a welcome surprise.
The sports world suffered a tragic loss as 41 year old, NBA Legend Kobe Bryant died alongside his daughter in a helicoper crash earlier on the same day as the award show. The NBA legend was given a tribute by the hosts Alicia Keys, alongside Boyz.
Later on during the show, DJ Khaled and Nipsey Hussle, alongside John Legend won Best Rap/Sung Performance. During his speech DJ Khaled paid his respects for Nipsey Hussle who was tragically murder in front of his Marathon Clothing Store.
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One of the best feel good moments of the night came from Tyler the Creator winning his first Grammy for Best Rap Album with his album IGOR.
Lizzo has become a bit of polarizing figure as of late, but one thing that can not be dennied is her amazing talent that should easily earn her any award. While she did walk away with a few awards for Best Urban Contemporary Album, Best Traditional R&B Performance, and Best Pop Solo Performance what muddles all these awards is that most of these awards are all occupaing the same space. In other words, despite all these awards it still feels that Lizzo was robbed.
Overall the 62nd aniversity of the Grammy, despite getting muddle by the controversy, and the tragic passing of Kobe Bryant the Grammy managed to pull of a passable show, highlighted by the history making sweep of Billie Eilish, but the controversial decision to not give Lizzo more awards proves that the Grammy is learning, but it still has a long way to go.
Here is a list of some the biggest awards of the night:
Record Of The Year
“Hey, Ma” by Bon Iver
Winner: “Bad Guy” by Billie Eilish
‘7 Rings’ by Ariana Grande
“Hard Place” by Ariana Grande
“Hard Place” by H.E.R
“Talk” by Khalid
“Old Town Road” by Lil Nas X feat. Billy Ray Cyrus
“Truth Hurts” by Lizzo
“Sunflower” by Post Malone & Swae Lee
Album Of The Year
i.i by Bon Iver
Norman F***** Rockwell! by Lana Del Rey
Winner: when we all fall asleep, where do we go? by Billie Eilish
thank u, next by Ariana Grande
I Used to Know Her by H.E.R
7 by Lil Nas X
Cuz I Love You (Deluxe) by Lizzo
Father of the Bride by Vampire Weekend
Song Of The Year
“Always Remember Us This Way” by Natalie Hemby, Lady Gaga, Hillary Lindsey & Lori McKenna, songwriter (Lady Gaga)
This morning millions of fans woke up to the shocking news that Juice WRLD passed away from suffering a seizure at Chicago’s Midway Airport early this morning. Everyone knows of the young talented artist from his first hit single “Lucid Dreams” which made it to the top of the charts in 2018.
According to the Chicago Fire Department, Chicago police, and the Cook County medical examiner’s office, the Interscope-signed artist whose real name is Jarad Anthony Higgins was pronounced dead at 3:14 a.m. after being rushed to Christ Medical Center in Oak LawnUnfortunately Juice WRLD suffered cardiac arrest, which occurred after a seizure.
Anyone that knew Juice knew he was overall a wonderful person and such a kind soul. Today we’re sending prayers to all of his friends and family during this difficult time.
What’s eerie about the tragic situation is about a month ago TikTok users did the Lucid Dream Challenge where they’d have pretend seizures and it went viral. What a coincidence it is that he passed away from the same cause. Crazy right? No one is sure if it had to deal with the pills or the lean he rapped about taking, but just know that nothing good can come out of being on either one in your 20’s. Its such shame that we’ve lost another rising rockstar in the game. May his soul Rest In Peace. You can check out and listen to our favorite album, Goodbye & Good Riddance from Juice WRLD here below.
XL night club was packed with Summer Walker’s fans last night for an official after party and they were not having it. A source told us that Walker was booked to host the event for an hour and perform 2-3 songs, but what her Jersey fans got was a huge let down. The promoter posted a video of the artist holding the microphone, barely lip syncing her own song like it was some sort of joke. I feel sorry for anyone that paid to see her, I know that if it were me- I’d be tight LOL. I’d probably boo her ass out the club just like everyone else did.
Truthfully, whether artists like it or not their entertainers. It’s their job to atleast interact with their fans. If you’re in front of a room filled with the ones that got you to where you are in the first place, wouldn’t you want to show love… that’s just bad character. What do some of y’all think? As “small” as Jersey may seem, mad heads were in the building to see you Summer. We get that you may not like touring and you Over It, but now Jersey is over you!
The sixth annual iHeartRadio Music Award is tomorrow (March 14), and we’re ready for it.
The ceremony is going to be hosted by T-pain, and after participating in ‘The Masked Singer’, he’s taking over the iHeartRadio stage to bring us lots of fun. In an interview, the rapper said ”the blessings keep rolling in. I am grateful and honored to host this year’s iHeartRadio Music Awards. The past two weeks have been incredible, and the run continues. Thank you to everyone for all of the love and support. A special thanks to the iHeart team for having me.” (iHeartnews, 2019)
We’re having performers from artists like Alicia Keys, Ariana Grande, Halsey, Garth Brooks, John Legend, Kacey Musgraves.
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Some of the nominees are Cardi B, Drake, Ariana Grande, Maroon 5, and Post Malone. In addition, Taylor Swift is receiving the ‘Tour of the Year Award’ for her “reputation” Stadium Tour. ‘For highest-grossing tour by a woman with over 2 million tickets sold in the U.S’ (iHeardnews, 2019).
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Also, iHeartmedia is partnering with apps such as Tik Tok to present seven iHeardradio Music Awards in the seven days leading up to tomorrow (March 14). The Tik Tok will catch red carpet moments where fans are going to be able to see it through the app on @iHeart.
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