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Super Bowl Producer Confirms Jay-Z Made Final Decision On Kendrick Lamar
After much speculation, we now know who chose Kendrick Lamar for the Super Bowl Halftime Show. The show’s producer confirmed it was Jay-Z’s decision. As spotted on Rap-Up, the culture now has better clarity on how the Compton, California, talent became the Super Bowl LIX headliner. This week, Variety spoke to event producer Jesse Collins, and […] The post Super Bowl Producer Confirms Jay-Z Made Final Decision On Kendrick Lamar appeared first on Hip-Hop Wired.
Ushers Shares How Jay-Z Called After Super Bowl Halftime Show
Usher is on cloud 9 about performing at the Super Bowl. He shared how he got a call from Jay-Z right after the announcement was made.
Rihanna Explains Why She Performed At The Super Bowl After Declining In The Past
Rihanna's Super Bowl performance is still top of mind. In a new interview, she explains why she took the stage after declining it years prior. The post Rihanna Explains Why She Performed At The Super Bowl After Declining In The Past appeared first on The Latest Hip-Hop News, Music and Media | Hip-Hop Wired.
Twitter Debates If Usher Has Enough Pop Hits To Rock Super Bowl Halftime Set
A debate kicked off by a Twitter user is still raging after they wondered if Usher has enough crossover appeal for a Super Bowl halftime set. The post Twitter Debates If Usher Has Enough Pop Hits To Rock Super Bowl Halftime Set appeared first on The Latest Hip-Hop News, Music and Media | Hip-Hop Wired.
Roc Nation Selects Jesse Collins To Executive Produce 2021 Super Bowl Halftime Show
Source: BET Awards 2020 / Getty While there is much more work to be done to create true racial equity for people of color Jay-Z is doing what he can with his platform. Someone of color will overseeing the festivities of one the biggest nights in American sports. As spotted on The Hollywood Reporter Roc Nation has announced that Jesse Collins has been appointed to executive produce the NFL Super Bowl Halftime Show. Jay-Z detailed his enthusiasm in a formal press statement. “Jesse Collins is innovative, creative and one of the only executive producers that speak fluent ‘artist vision.’ He‘s a true artist,” he explained. “Jesse’s insight and understanding create both extraordinary shows and true cultural moments. After working with Jesse for so many years, I look forward to all the...
