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Is Bad Bunny the New Sound of Rap Music?

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Is Bad Bunny the New Sound of Rap Music?

Bad Bunny will perform at the Grammys Sunday February 5, 2023. Are you looking forward to watching the Puerto Rican rapper perform? It’s going to be all you thought and more. Isn’t he the man of the hour? Where are my Bad Bunny fans? Did you see his 2020 Super Bowl performance? Where do I start this discussion off at?

First, Bad Bunny is out to prove a point. That’s why his music is out there. Have you ever heard a bad Bad Bunny song? No, right? Also, the Grammys are only the tip of the iceberg of his resume. In addition to this, he’s the headliner of the Coachella festival in April along with Frank Ocean and BLACKPINK. This 28-year-old has built a strong fan base with millions of followers. His Instagram has 44 million followers and counting. For some reason, it’s private right now. There is a lot of good stuff to say about Bad Bunny. Despite his fame, he’s managing things quite well. Going into the Grammys, he’s probably the biggest name performing. 

I believe we can compare him with Pitbull and Drake. Like Pitbull, he represents his heritage well. And like Drake, he presents a lover boy image too. His future is bright. The star is not only shining but rising. What is more, the music artist does not need to sing in English. If you want to listen to the rapper and understand his lyrics, it will help if you spoke a little Spanish. 

What’s Up?

Are you a fan? What are some of your favorite songs and music videos by this music artist? You can find him on Youtube and Spotify. And if you really want to get to know about him, check out his Wikipedia and Britannica pages. There’s so much I learned about the rapper from reading these sources.

So far, did you know his discography includes 5 studio albums, 94 singles, 1 Extended Play and 1 Compilation? He’s put in a lot of hard work and the effort shows. That’s a lot of content the celebrity has been building since 2013. Make no mistake about it, the entertainer isn’t going away despite taking a break from social media. In fact, his Grammys and Coachella performances tell a different story.

I came up with an idea of a Bad Bunny and BLACKPINK collaboration. Together they could appeal to a huge audience uniting Latinos and Asians. Don’t you feel music needs something like this? What is more, it’s only a matter of time before Bad Bunny sings in English. Hold up for a minute. Imagine the possibility of a Spanish, Korean, and English single. How wild would that music video be?

Experimenting

Entertainment is an experimental space full of possibilities. Music can take us places only dreams do. We are familiar with his collaborations with J Balvin and Jennifer Lopez. What if he performed with country music singers? By now in 2023, you should know anything could happen. Did you see Sam Smith and Kim Petras Saturday Night Live performance? Bad Bunny isn’t afraid to make a statement himself. Go back through the archives and you’ll find he’s a risk taker.

His latest album, Un Verano Sin Ti, translates in English as A Summer Without You. This album is number one on the U.S. and U.S. Latin music charts. Tití Me Preguntó released on June 1, 2022, was the song of the summer. Please tell me you’ve seen the music video by now. To wrap it up, with his album going 5 x platinum, Bad Bunny is the new sound of rap music. 

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K-Pop’s BLACKPINK Is Taking Over the World

 By: Guru Jay

In August 2016, BLACKPINK was created out of stardust. Guru Jay Entertainment turned two years old. When stars are born, it’s a complicated process. Just ask Lady Gaga and Destiny’s Child. Have you heard of the Beyoncé formation? You see, there were four music stars born on that illustrious summer night. They were and are more than singers and dancers. They are celebrities. They are Jisoo, Jennie, Rosé, and Lisa. The question is are you excited about K-Pop’s takeover? Are you listening to the good vibrations in today’s music? K-Pop’s BLACKPINK is taking over the world beginning in Bangkok, Thailand.

Like Destiny’s Child, BLACKPINK appeals to a large fanbase. Can’t you see how much their hard work has paid off? Every music video comes close to perfection. YG Entertainment formed a four-member girl group with everlasting star power. Listen! This group has gone beyond K-Pop and risen to a momentous occasion and only time will tell how far their music glory will travel. Presently, I’m a long way from Asia. Right now, BLACKPINK is on the BORN PINK World Tour Asia. With all that’s going on: the album which debuted September 16, 2022, the Coachella festival headliner news, everything couldn’t be more perfect.

Have you heard about all the planets aligning in December? And NASA discovered the first exoplanet just yesterday with the James Webb telescope. What is written in the stars? The truth is BLACKPINK makes my palms sweaty and gives my gut butterflies. Each one of them is gorgeous. As Guru Jay, I am going to do my part and let the stars shine. 

Check out BLACKPINK on YouTube Music, Spotify, and all that other good stuff. Also, consider buying the BORN PINK album. It’s in two languages: Korean and English. And if you like my content, please share and comment. Thanks a lot. You can follow me on Twitter @IamGuruJay. Peace and love! 

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Launching into the Future with Bastille

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Let’s make a band. Okay, well, let’s talk about bands. What is it that gets you going? 

Music makes my world go round. Listening to tracks and making jams are two things I love to do. You have to start somewhere.

Do you have a favorite musician or band? Aren’t bands underrated, especially those that stick together through thick and thin? Bands are the cornerstones that hold up the pillars of music. Now, everybody can’t do a jam session like Bastille. However, something about brotherhood, sisterhood, and unity is more profound than a soundtrack.

Bastille does more than make music and perform at concerts. Their latest album title explains it all. Give Me the Future is about making a way and putting on a performance called life. Living through 2022, you could say the future is now. Can we make any more technological advancements and progress?

Originating out of London, the Bastille band launched in 2010. They haven’t looked back since debuting on top. Is Dan Smith the ideal lead vocalist or what? Also, Kyle Simmons is a great keyboardist. Plus, we have Will Farquarson playing the guitar like Jimi Hendrix. And to top it off, Chris Wood fuels the band with energy on drums. Let’s call them the Fantastic Four.

The Fantastic Four has four studio albums: Bad Blood, Wild World, Doom Days, and Give Me the Future. So what do you think is their best album? I believe Bad Blood puts them in a good space. Still, they started with an impressive debut but have fine-tuned their skills. So Give Me the Future is the best album, in my opinion. 

I follow TMZ on Twitter and saw a tweet about BTS they did recently. BTS might take a break, and TMZ thinks the band has not had enough time to mature. After twelve years in the music game, Bastille is mature like fine wine.

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American Song Contest Recap

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American Idol is still the number 1 rated music TV show, but American Song Contest comes in with a twist. ASC is more about the song than the singer, and American Idol is about everything. Ironically, the original Idol, Kelly Clarkson, cohosts ASC.

The TV show’s concept came from Eurovision Song Contest. With so much talk about electric vehicles these days, don’t forget about electric music being the real rhythm of the streets. Night after night, the music artists came to perform beginning on March 21. All kinds of singers represented all 50 U.S. states, five territories, and Washington D.C. On the surface, it seems like just another singing competition, but ASC is so much more. Across the country, artists competed for the best original song. 

American Song Contest makes Snoop and the whole country want to dance. Kelly Clarkson and Snoop were a winning combination as cohosts. If you like chicken dinners, you will like ASC because the show got served in a unique format. A jury and public vote determined the grand prize. 

Right now, the Grand Final features the following top 10 contestants. Here is the original list with photos and songs. 

1. Michael Bolton, Connecticut 

2. Chloe Fredericks, North Dakota 

3. Grant Knoche, Texas 

4. Tenelle, American Samoa

5. Tyler Braden, Tennessee

6. Ni/Co, Alabama

7. Jordan Smith, Kentucky

8. Riker Lynch, Colorado

9. AleXa, Oklahoma

10. Allen Stone, Washington

American Song Contest Recap

First, Kelly Clarkson, then Snoop Dogg owned the night. Seeing them take the stage and perform was a bit of a surprise. Soon, Michael Bolton followed with his Beautiful World performance.

I like the show because it’s all about originality. This whole season has been phenomenal. The talent was incredible. Narrowing down the field to only ten was difficult. So many music artists got cut who had it together.

The ASC train was like a Gladys Knight and the Pips song. Ni/Co and Tenelle could have easily sung A Midnight Train to Georgia. These Mondays were like leaving the station, and the songs were the luggage.

American Song Contest has concluded. The NBC Universal Studios TV show was a fun ride. We’ll have to find something new to watch on Mondays between 8 pm and 10 pm EST.

Did you get onboard the ASC train? Wasn’t it groovy? Hosted by Snoop Dogg and Kelly Clarkson, the NBC show had all the bells and whistles of a blockbuster. And in the end, AleXa would win with her original song Wonderland. What a show!

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H.E.R. Music Soothes


Music serves as the backbone of the entertainment industry. Music artists earn good pay because they deliver priceless goods. Movies and T.V. productions need musicians to create soundtracks. Imagine watching a film without a soundtrack. Sometimes, a well-placed song is the only missing element in a film or TV spot. Good music never grows old.
    
Recently, at the Emmys and on Saturday Night Live, viewers received the chance to listen to H.E.R. I enjoyed listening to H.E.R.’s music. The 23-year-old has recorded phenomenal music. That’s why she’s won two Grammys. I expect more Grammys are on the way. Plus, the R&B singer’s performances are a joy to watch. Her laid back and smooth personality shine like a diamond.
    
I feel the singer generates a ton of buzz because she follows the formula. Her unique sound mixes with striking beats. H.E.R. is in her own category. How can I explain it? Her style is similar to Alicia Keys and SZA. 

H.E.R. Music Soothes

    
This celebrity’s music is not only catchy but also soothing. Many musicians cheat their way to the top. They give a good hook and strong beat, but their lyrics are choppy. Entertainment should give the audience something in return. H.E.R. gives great value to each album and single. That’s why she is successful and critical reception is high.
    
The voice is meant to soothe the ears, not nag them. For the most part, singers, especially the good ones, use their voices to relax the listener. I like this music artist’s rhythm. The R&B singer makes music that not only expresses creativity but also a truth. Also, she doesn’t back down from making huge songs.
 
   H.E.R. is on my playlist for a good reason. She’s always been on top of her game. Plus, I feel that she is under good management. And she shows no signs of slowing down. The singer is one of a kind. I look forward to seeing H.E.R.’s career develop.
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Billboard Music Awards and a Music Discussion

    Did you watch the Billboard Music Awards? This year’s host, Kelly Clarkson, knocked it out of the park. She had a sense of humor, great timing, and rhythm. Everything was incredible. The show began on a high note and never fell flat. Also, the show had all the goodies imaginable. Hopefully, you received a chance to watch it. Read on for more discussion.

 

MUSIC    

    
    Music makes the world move. Imagine things without it. Songs allow you to celebrate, relax, and reflect. Prioritize listening to great music. Check out the definition of great music for more knowledge.
    Society needs more good vibrations from music artists and everybody else. The Billboard Music Awards provided a space for this. Even in a pandemic, the world’s best singers gathered to put on some spectacular performances. Artist after artist came on the stage and did not disappoint you. Did you feel all the good vibrations? Wasn’t it a memorable night?
    Memories are at the heart of music. Listen to Marvin Gaye’s Memories, and it might change your life. Whoever said: “I don’t take photographs; I make memories.” had it right. That is how you should go about your day. Take time and appreciate the simple things because you never know when life will get complicated. Make memories.

 

RECAP

   

    Billie Eilish owned the night by winning multiple awards. Top Female Artist was arguably the most prestigious award she won, beating out Taylor Swift, Ariana Grande, and Halsey. Anyway, she values all of her accolades. Billie Eilish is the new Miley Cyrus. If you didn’t know who she was, now you know.
    Tell me you saw how Alicia Keys rocked the house. It was a joy seeing Alicia perform new music. She wore a sparkling outfit to top it off. Her performance reminds you that she’s not stopping anytime soon because no one can do what she does quite as well. It’s easy to see Alicia’s fire.

    The best music is not only universal but also undeniable. Kane Brown and Garth Brooks, along with Brandy, weren’t denied their respect. Music artists from all genres promised excellence in 2020 and beyond. You’re bound to see new music and collaborations from singers and rappers. What were your favorite moments? One unforgettable moment was Post Malone’s performance. Check it out if you haven’t already. For a full recap of the Billboard Music Awards, go here. 
 

Final Thoughts

 

    Award shows serve as a friendly reminder that you should stop what you’re doing right now and celebrate, relax, and reflect. Notice I didn’t say sing. Not everyone has vocal blessings like Alicia Keys, but you can watch and listen to a music video or read a blog that is celebratory, relaxing, and reflective. You may not have the ability to produce a hit in a studio and via music software. But as long as you’re alive, you can enjoy the process. With music, you can unwind or ramp up. In other words, you can have it both ways. 
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The Celebrated Country Star Maren Morris Is Underrated

    


    Do you watch award shows like me? The 2020 award show season has been exciting so far. Since March, they have hosted award shows virtually. Music videos, along with concerts and other entertainment venues, have been postponed. Producers must be creative about how they deliver to their audiences. Recently, I watched the ACM awards and was impressed by Maren Morris. She sang The Bones, and I felt vibrations in my bones from the song. She deserves more credit. Now is her moment. I expect the singer to win a Grammy next year for the Bones. 

    Did you know she won a Grammy for her song My Church? I don’t believe I’m far off; Maren Morris will win again. The country songstress hasn’t reached peak potential yet. She could dominate music for at least another five years. Incredibly, she’s only been in showbiz since 2005. She only signed with Columbia Nashville five years ago, which was a bold move. Already, she’s had an impressive career. The Arlington, Texas native is known for her southern charm and grace. She wrote the Kelly Clarkson song, Second Wind, ten years ago.

    The new mother is an old soul. Her style compares to Miranda Lambert. Her vocals and guitar skills are on par with the best. What are your favorite songs by the singer? Did you know she is married to Ryan Hurd?

    Why is Morris so celebrated and yet so underrated? The singer never competed on American Idol or the Voice like Carrie Underwood, Kelly Clarkson, and others; so, her fan base grew more organically. She has a large platform. Maybe, her outreach is not as massive as it could be, but it is compact. She has loyal fans not only in the United States but across the globe. This celebrity put skin in the game, and her hard work paid dividends. Her career is the perfect model for aspiring country music artists.