If it wasn’t for Justin Timberlake, Bruno Mars would probably have ended up walking away with a ton of Best Male Artist awards this year. Unorthodox Jukebox is an undisputed smash, he’s already scored two #1 singles, and his live performances are already legendary.
His videos have also been pretty inventive. The clips from Jukebox so far have all been retro-themed, and the visual for third single “Treasure,” works a similar angle.
If you, like me, were fortunate enough to have experienced BET back in the early Eighties, you’re well aware of the…er, quality…of R&B videos back in the day. Hell, go on YouTube now and look up Earth Wind & Fire’s “Let’s Groove” or a Con Funk Shun video. Bruno and his crew of dancers perfectly captured that era, which matches up well with the New Edition/Michael Jackson-inspired song.
“Treasure” is indisputably an earworm, and the video makes it that much more enjoyable.
5 comments
HeavySoulBrutha says:
Jun 18, 2013
Oh man, I dig that. Not really listened to Bruno’s music. Gonna give this kid some spins now I think. Peace and SOUL…
Big Money says:
Jun 18, 2013
He’s a talented cat. You’ll dig his stuff.
Drew says:
Jun 19, 2013
You know, it took me so long to be officially sold on Bruno Mars, but now… dude. “Unorthodox Jukebox” is such an infectious record. Leaps and bounds beyond “Doo-Wops and Hooligans”, which I did enjoy to some degree.
Big Money says:
Jun 19, 2013
Both albums are great. “Unorthodox” is a little more accomplished, but “Hooligans” is a solid record in and of itself.
Dennis says:
Jun 22, 2013
That’s good stuff