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Time of India
10-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Rockstar Games Soundtrack: The Pointer Sisters' 'Hot Together' sees unprecedented Spotify boost after GTA 6 trailer
The second trailer of Grand Theft Auto VI has not only enticed players but also rekindled the excitement for 1980s music, especially The Pointer Sisters ' "Hot Together." With widespread exposure in the trailer, the song saw an unprecedented spike in Spotify streaming, again indicating the game's impact on music trends. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now GTA 6 trailer causes explosive increase in Spotify streams for 'Hot Together' As soon as GTA 6's second trailer dropped, Spotify streams of "Hot Together" increased by a whopping 182,000% in only two hours. This is echoed by the reaction of the game's initial 2023 trailer, which used Tom Petty's "Love Is A Long Road," also creating a huge bump in streams. The trailer, which had gained more than 475 million views in its first 24 hours, featured the game's visually stunning graphics and engaging world, breaking the record for most viewed video launch of all time. The use of "Hot Together," a song from The Pointer Sisters' 1986 album of the same name, made the song go viral to a new audience of listeners, with many of whom were not aware of the original hit. Rockstar's strategic music choice adds cultural significance Rockstar Games has long incorporated music into its Grand Theft Auto franchise, frequently choosing songs that appeal to both the game's environment and its players. The selection of "Hot Together" fits the game's 1980s-themed soundtrack, enriching its atmosphere. Industry observers note that Rockstar's soundtracks have become cultural events in themselves, often breathing new life into overlooked or forgotten tracks. This musical revival isn't just nostalgia, it's a deliberate creative choice that shapes the game's identity and expands the reach of classic hits. The revival of "Hot Together" proves the lasting force of music within video games and its capacity to connect generations. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now With GTA 6 still racking up expectations for its launch in 2026, the game's soundtrack will be setting trends and reviving old tracks for a larger market. In summary, the surprise comeback of "Hot Together" is a testament to how video games such as GTA 6 can be used as platforms for cross-cultural exchange, highlighting classic music to the center of modern entertainment. Also Read:
RTÉ News
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- RTÉ News
Grand Theft Auto VI release postponed to May 2026
The much-awaited release of Grand Theft Auto VI, the latest instalment of the popular video game series, has been postponed by several months to May 2026, its publisher said today. The game was originally due to be released later this year, with a trailer having shown that it would be set in Miami-like Vice City and would feature a playable female protagonist for the first time. "We are very sorry that this is later than you expected," Rockstar Games said in a statement. "With every game we have released, the goal has always been to try and exceed your expectations, and Grand Theft Auto VI is no exception," it said. "We hope you understand that we need this extra time to deliver at the level of quality you expect and deserve," it added. Its predecessor, GTA V, was released in 2013 and sold more than 200 million copies. The first trailer for GTA VI appeared in December 2023 and has been seen more than 250 million times on Rockstar's YouTube channel. Set to the Tom Petty song "Love Is A Long Road," the trailer opens with a female character named Lucia being released from prison in what appears to be a fictionalised version of Florida. Near the close of the one-minute-and-30-second clip, she tells her male partner in crime: "The only way we are going to get through this is by sticking together, being a team." Along with its wild success, the GTA series has faced criticism over its violent content. Critics have from the beginning accused Grand Theft Auto of glorifying violence and encouraging players to engage in criminal behaviour - allegations rejected by executives at Rockstar's parent company, New York-based Take-Two Interactive.
