[Video] Bruno Mars' Super Bowl Performance
To tell the truth, it's been all Janet and Justin's fault. If you're in your mid-twenties or below at the moment, then a good percentage of the Super Bowl halftime shows have been set on tape delay and toned down to just above audible, with movements highly scrutinized. Two years ago, the NFL tried to fine M.I.A. for her middle finger at the end of her performance. That and a general sense of boredom that has perpetuated the half time show of the year's biggest contest since Justin Timberlake stripped Janet Jackson's left breast bare for the world to see.
Last night though, Bruno Mars put on one hell of a performance, playing on the 50s/60s-esque aesthetic complete with a dancing backing band and footwork that James Brown would grin at. Aside from an odd inclusion of the Red Hot Chili Peppers, who performed only "Give It Away," as Flea and Anthony Kiedis flexed their manliness over Mars by forgoing shirts in the frigid New York night. Alas, though, Mars was entertaining from beginning to end as he held the tempo in his hand throughout, ending the performance with a rousing take of "Just The Way You Are," which was preceded by a dedication from military members to their families. While the game was less of a contest than many would have liked, Bruno Mars made sure they were entertained in between. Watch the whole thing, streaming below.
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[Video] Aaron Cohen: "Why You Mad For" (Feat. Grande Marshall)
Here at RH, we've had our eye on the New York City-based Seattle transplant with the menacing beard, best known as Decon signee, Aaron Cohen. The young artist has been on his grind since dropping his latest project, Potential Fans back in November, releasing videos and playing shows in support of the Mishka-backed mixtape.
Yesterday, Cohen released his latest video for "Why You Mad For" featuring Philadelphia artist Grande Marshall and produced by EFF.DOPE and Su Bviley via IllRoots. The video, directed by Jason Ano and Mass Appeal, follows Cohen around the city with the haunting beat setting the tone for the day-in-the-life piece. Check out the latest from Aaron Cohen streaming below.
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[Video] Aaron Cohen: "Nickvanexelrose"
Seattle's own Aaron Cohen is back with a new video for his track titled "Nickvanexelrose". One of my favorite up and coming artists out right now, Cohen dropped the video via SPIN today in the lead up to his next full project release, Potential Fans, due out November 11. For now, enjoy the video below, inspired by one of the best NBA Live players to ever live, Nick Van Exel.
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Kanye West begins epic 'Yeezus' tour
Kanye West kicked off his tour in support of his most recent release, Yeezus in perfect Kanye style yesterday at the Key Arena in Seattle. Not one for being understated, 'Ye continued on the path of nature backdrops that he employed for his late show performances by putting together what may be the most impressive stage set up in history. The performance space included mountains, ballerinas, cliffs and even Jesus himself makes an appearance for "Jesus Walks". Always ahead of the game with tours like the Glow in The Dark Tour and Watch The Throne, Kanye may have just taken things to a whole new level. Make sure to catch the 'Yeezus' Tour when it hits a city near you and check out the video and photos below for a preview of what's to come from the overly epic tour.
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