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New York Times
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Times
Bruno Mars is One of Pop's Most Reliable Hitmakers. Why?
Earlier this year, Bruno Mars became the first artist ever to amass 150 million monthly listeners on Spotify. But unlike many of his peers, Mars has paved a path to pop stardom without cultivating a devoted fan base, maintaining a consistent aesthetic or building a world around his music. Instead, his career has been defined by his reliability as a chameleonic hitmaker. Shaad D'Souza, a contributing music critic for The New York Times, dives into three of Mars's most recent hits — 'Die With a Smile' with Lady Gaga, 'APT' with Rosé and 'Fat Juicy & Wet' with Sexyy Red — and notes how each collaboration reveals a distinct pop persona. The New York Times Audio app is home to journalism and storytelling, and provides news, depth and serendipity. If you haven't already, download it here — available to Times news subscribers on iOS — and sign up for our weekly newsletter.
Express Tribune
07-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Joe Budden calls Sexyy Red's 'Hoochie Coochie' a 'degenerate' track marketed to black audiences
Joe Budden is back in the headlines — and this time, he's setting his sights on Sexyy Red and Bruno Mars. The veteran rapper-turned-podcast host slammed the duo's recent collaboration, calling it a calculated attempt to package stereotypes for Black listeners. In a recent episode of The Joe Budden Podcast, Budden didn't mince words when discussing the song 'Fat Juicy & Wet,' a provocative track that's stirred buzz across streaming platforms. While many fans mistakenly tied Budden's critique to a rumored track called 'Hoochie Coochie,' the media personality made it clear that his issue lies in how the collaboration is being presented. 'This is force-fed, degenerate content dressed up for commercial gain,' Budden said. He criticized the track as 'whitewashed' and accused the artists of exploiting hypersexualized imagery to sell records. 'It feels more like a marketing formula than real music,' he continued, adding that Bruno Mars' involvement felt like 'a costume' rather than artistic growth. Known for his no-holds-barred takes, Budden didn't stop at the song itself. He questioned the sincerity behind the high-profile endorsements Sexyy Red has received in recent months — especially from artists like Drake. 'Are these co-signs about mentorship or money?' Budden asked, suggesting the support for Red might be more transactional than it appears. 'It blurs the line between authentic collaboration and industry promo.' Budden's remarks have sparked a heated debate online, reigniting familiar tensions around authenticity, representation, and the commercialization of Black culture. Fans and critics alike have chimed in, with some defending the artists' creative choices, while others echoed Budden's concern about the direction mainstream hip-hop is taking. Joe Budden criticizes Sexyy Red's new single 'Hoochie Coochie' and implies that female rap is currently dead without Doechii and Glorilla. 👀 'Can someone fight Doechii back please, Glo is still here I'm not talking about Glo, C'mon Ice Spice' ———-Also states that Sexyy Red… — popbrains (@popbrains) April 7, 2025 Though his views are polarizing, Budden's critique taps into a broader conversation about who gets to define the culture — and who profits from it. 'In a landscape increasingly dominated by image and metrics,' he said, 'asking hard questions about intent isn't just important — it's essential.'
Yahoo
09-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Post Malone, Travis Scott, Latto perform at star-studded, invite-only Fanatics Super Bowl party
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Meek Mill took the Fanatics Super Bowl party stage and set the tone: After an energetic performance of 'Dreams and Nightmares,' the rapper draped an arm around Michael Rubin and gave him ultimate credit for another stellar event. 'He puts on the best parties,' Meek told the star-studded, invite-only crowd on Saturday, the day before the Super Bowl. He was part of a powerhouse lineup that included Post Malone, Travis Scott, Sexyy Red, Latto and Ciara. 'Keep doing your thing,' Meek Mill said. See for yourself — The Yodel is the go-to source for daily news, entertainment and feel-good stories. By signing up, you agree to our Terms and Privacy Policy. Rubin's party has become a highly desirable affair. While the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles are the main attraction in New Orleans, he's mastered the art of mixing business, pleasure and exclusivity, making his invite-only event the toughest event to enter during Super Bowl week. 'We want people to meet each other and find great business,' said Rubin, who admitted to personally reviewing every name on the guest list and said about 1,000 people attended the party. 'That's what this is all about,' he said. 'We've never sold a ticket. This is purely about saying 'Thank you' to the people who are really important to us. ... We want to make sure the incredible for everyone.' The event brought in a long list of big name entertainers and athletes such as Leonardo DiCaprio, Serena Williams, Megan Thee Stallion, Zac Effron, Angel Reese, Pete Davidson, Donald Trump Jr., Robert Kraft, Shaquille O'Nea l, Justin Jefferson, Joe Burrow, Teyana Taylor, Kevin Costner, Quavo, Russell Wilson, Lil Baby, Bill Belichick, E-40 and Jayden Daniels. When performers hit the stage, many of the A-listers gave their attention to them. They watched their favorite artists perform their biggest hits including Latto's 'Big Mama," Sexyy Red's 'Fat Juicy & Wet" and Don Toliver's 'Bandit.' Travis Scott stood behind the DJ booth and sang along to their songs. Ciara sang several jams from 'Level Up' to 'One, Two Step" before bringing out Ludacris to perform 'Oh,' a song the tandem released in 2004. 'This Fanatics event is just incredible,' she said. Ludacris performed his part on 'All We Do is Win,' a song he created with DJ Khaled, T-Pain, Rick Ross and Snoop Dogg. He went on to rap 'Move B(asterisk)(asterisk)(asterisk)" before he walked off stage and hugged Rubin with Ciara beside him. Travis Scott hit the stage for 'Sicko Mode' before Post Malone closed out the show. The event was one of many pre-Super Bowl parties held days before Kendrick Lamar headlines the halftime show on Sunday.
The Independent
09-02-2025
- Entertainment
- The Independent
Post Malone, Travis Scott, Latto perform at star-studded, invite-only Fanatics Super Bowl party
Meek Mill took the Fanatics Super Bowl party stage and set the tone: After an energetic performance of 'Dreams and Nightmares,' the rapper draped an arm around Michael Rubin and gave him ultimate credit for another stellar event. 'He puts on the best parties,' Meek told the star-studded, invite-only crowd on Saturday, the day before the Super Bowl. He was part of a powerhouse lineup that included Post Malone, Travis Scott, Sexyy Red, Latto and Ciara. 'Keep doing your thing,' Meek Mill said. Rubin's party has become a highly desirable affair. While the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles are the main attraction in New Orleans, he's mastered the art of mixing business, pleasure and exclusivity, making his invite-only event the toughest event to enter during Super Bowl week. 'We want people to meet each other and find great business,' said Rubin, who admitted to personally reviewing every name on the guest list and said about 1,000 people attended the party. 'That's what this is all about,' he said. 'We've never sold a ticket. This is purely about saying 'Thank you' to the people who are really important to us. ... We want to make sure the incredible for everyone.' The event brought in a long list of big name entertainers and athletes such as Leonardo DiCaprio, Serena Williams, Megan Thee Stallion, Zac Effron, Angel Reese, Pete Davidson, Donald Trump Jr., Robert Kraft, Shaquille O'Nea l, Justin Jefferson, Joe Burrow, Teyana Taylor, Kevin Costner, Quavo, Russell Wilson, Lil Baby, Bill Belichick, E-40 and Jayden Daniels. When performers hit the stage, many of the A-listers gave their attention to them. They watched their favorite artists perform their biggest hits including Latto's 'Big Mama," Sexyy Red's 'Fat Juicy & Wet" and Don Toliver's 'Bandit.' Travis Scott stood behind the DJ booth and sang along to their songs. Ciara sang several jams from 'Level Up' to 'One, Two Step" before bringing out Ludacris to perform 'Oh,' a song the tandem released in 2004. 'This Fanatics event is just incredible,' she said. Ludacris performed his part on 'All We Do is Win,' a song he created with DJ Khaled, T-Pain, Rick Ross and Snoop Dogg. He went on to rap 'Move B(asterisk)(asterisk)(asterisk)" before he walked off stage and hugged Rubin with Ciara beside him. Travis Scott hit the stage for 'Sicko Mode' before Post Malone closed out the show. The event was one of many pre-Super Bowl parties held days before Kendrick Lamar headlines the halftime show on Sunday.
Associated Press
09-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Associated Press
Post Malone, Travis Scott, Latto perform at star-studded, invite-only Fanatics Super Bowl party
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Meek Mill took the Fanatics Super Bowl party stage and set the tone: After an energetic performance of 'Dreams and Nightmares,' the rapper draped an arm around Michael Rubin and gave him ultimate credit for another stellar event. 'He puts on the best parties,' Meek told the star-studded, invite-only crowd on Saturday, the day before the Super Bowl. He was part of a powerhouse lineup that included Post Malone, Travis Scott, Sexyy Red, Latto and Ciara. 'Keep doing your thing,' Meek Mill said. Rubin's party has become a highly desirable affair. While the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles are the main attraction in New Orleans, he's mastered the art of mixing business, pleasure and exclusivity, making his invite-only event the toughest event to enter during Super Bowl week. 'We want people to meet each other and find great business,' said Rubin, who admitted to personally reviewing every name on the guest list and said about 1,000 people attended the party. 'That's what this is all about,' he said. 'We've never sold a ticket. This is purely about saying 'Thank you' to the people who are really important to us. ... We want to make sure the incredible for everyone.' The event brought in a long list of big name entertainers and athletes such as Leonardo DiCaprio, Serena Williams, Megan Thee Stallion, Zac Effron, Angel Reese, Pete Davidson, Donald Trump Jr., Robert Kraft, Shaquille O'Nea l, Justin Jefferson, Joe Burrow, Teyana Taylor, Kevin Costner, Quavo, Russell Wilson, Lil Baby, Bill Belichick, E-40 and Jayden Daniels. When performers hit the stage, many of the A-listers gave their attention to them. They watched their favorite artists perform their biggest hits including Latto's 'Big Mama,' Sexyy Red's 'Fat Juicy & Wet' and Don Toliver's 'Bandit.' Travis Scott stood behind the DJ booth and sang along to their songs. Ciara sang several jams from 'Level Up' to 'One, Two Step' before bringing out Ludacris to perform 'Oh,' a song the tandem released in 2004. 'This Fanatics event is just incredible,' she said. Ludacris performed his part on 'All We Do is Win,' a song he created with DJ Khaled, T-Pain, Rick Ross and Snoop Dogg. He went on to rap 'Move B(asterisk)(asterisk)(asterisk)' before he walked off stage and hugged Rubin with Ciara beside him. Travis Scott hit the stage for 'Sicko Mode' before Post Malone closed out the show. The event was one of many pre-Super Bowl parties held days before Kendrick Lamar headlines the halftime show on Sunday.
