Blowout Blowup

SUNDAY NIGHT MAY HAVE FALLEN FLAT ON THE FIELD, BUT IT HIT THE HIGHS ON THE STAGE. HERE ARE OUR EDITORS’ THOUGHTS ON THIS YEAR’S HALFTIME SHOW.

suzy berkowitzI thought Bruno Mars sounded incredible live, but I couldn’t tell whether the bigger blowout was happening during the game or on his head.

—Suzy Berkowitz, A&E Editor

 

 

robin weinstein

Between Bruno’s footwork and Red Hot Chili Peppers’ craziness, it was perfect. The only problem is that I wish RHCP could have performed another song.

—Robin Weinstein, Photo Editor

 

 

zameena mejiaBruno literally made me tear up. Baby, you’re a firework. He channeled a little Elvis, Frank Zappa and James Brown — there’s no doubt he pulled off an amazing performance.

—Zameena Mejia, Copy Editor

 

 

cat tacopinaI’ve never been a huge fan of Bruno Mars, but I’ve been converted after his performance. Not so much his voice, but his drum and dance skills were so on point.

—Cat Tacopina, Editor-in-Chief