The New York Times – Music:
On a postgame episode of Popcast, we react to Lamar’s performance, including the tactical deployment of “Not Like Us” and a Serena Williams cameo.
Category: Super Bowl
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Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl Halftime Show: The Peak of All Rap Battles?
The New York Times – Music:
The first rapper to headline the N.F.L.’s biggest stage solo made his Drake diss “Not Like Us” the centerpiece of his set at the expense of a larger statement.
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Kendrick Lamar’s Bell Bottoms Steal the Super Bowl Halftime Show
The New York Times – Music:
A varsity jacket referenced his own career, and a chain inspired some questions. But the cut of his jeans was the biggest surprise of the night.
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$62,000 for the Super Bowl. $1 Million for Formula 1. How Much Would You Pay for a Sporting Event?
The New York Times – Travel:
Private and customizable “ultraluxe” packages are increasingly in demand. Here’s what (a lot of) money can buy at upcoming events.
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The Super Bowl Finally Embraced Rap. Is There Also Room for Country?
The New York Times – Music:
Since Roc Nation’s partnership with the N.F.L., hip-hop stars like Snoop Dogg and Kendrick Lamar have been center stage at halftime.
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Is Kendrick Lamar’s ‘Not Like Us’ Too Controversial for the Super Bowl?
The New York Times – Music:
After sweeping the Grammys on Sunday, Lamar’s ubiquitous Drake diss could be the centerpiece of the halftime show. That, it bears mentioning, is pretty strange.
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Dynamic Black Marching Bands Are Super Bowl Stalwarts
The New York Times – Music:
H.B.C.U. bands have been part of the festivities since the first halftime show. This year, Southern University’s “Human Jukebox” will perform before the national anthem.
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Headed to New Orleans for the Super Bowl or Mardi Gras? Here’s a Safety Guide.
The New York Times – Travel:
A New Year’s Day terrorist attack killed 14 people, rattled the city and prompted government officials to enhance the security precautions for the upcoming events.
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Lil Jon: The Popcast (Deluxe) Interview
The New York Times – Music:
An in-depth interview with the Atlanta hip-hop and EDM legend, tracing his path through punk, skateboarding and crunk music on the way to this year’s Super Bowl.