Bruno Mars

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Peter Gene Hernandez, better known by his stage name Bruno Mars, is an American singer-songwriter and record producer. Raised in Honolulu, Hawaii by a family of musicians, Mars began making music at a young age. He performed in various musical venues in his hometown throughout his childhood. He graduated from high school and then moved to Los Angeles, California to pursue a musical career. Mars produced songs for other artists, joining production team The Smeezingtons.

Mars had an unsuccessful stint with Motown Records, but then signed with Atlantic Records in 2009. He became recognized as a solo artist after lending his vocals and co-writing the hooks for the songs "Nothin' on You" by B.o.B, and "Billionaire" by Travie McCoy. He also co-wrote the hits "Right Round" by Flo Rida featuring Ke$ha, and "Wavin' Flag" by K'naan. In October 2010, he released his debut album, Doo-Wops & Hooligans. Anchored by the worldwide number-one singles "Just the Way You Are" and "Grenade", the album peaked at number three on the Billboard 200. Mars was nominated for seven Grammys at the 53rd Grammy Awards, winning Best Male Pop Vocal Performance for "Just the Way You Are".

Mars' music is noted for displaying a wide variety of styles and influences, and contains elements of many musical genres. He has worked with an assortment of artists from various genres. Mars acknowledges the influences that his collaborations have had on his own music. As a child, he was highly influenced by artists such as Little Richard, Elvis Presley and Michael Jackson and would often impersonate these artists from a young age. Mars also incorporates reggae and Motown inspired sounds into his work. Jon Caramanica of The New York Times referred to Mars as "one of the most versatile and accessible singers in pop." Worldwide, Mars became the best-digital selling artist in 2011. He had three singles in the top ten, including first place with "Just The Way You Are," which sold 12.5 million copies. Mars won Best International Male Solo Artist at the BRIT Awards in 2012. Bruno Mars has sold 5 million albums and 36 million singles worldwide.

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Bruno Mars : Count On Me - Parts CD

Review: Younger choirs and their audiences will love the chance to sing music by the incredibly talented and popular Bruno Mars. Available separately: 3-Part Mixed 2-Part VoiceTrax CD. Duration: ca. 3:25.

Songlist: Count On Me

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Bruno Mars : Count On Me

Songlist: Count On Me

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Bruno Mars : Count On Me

Songlist: Count On Me

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Bruno Mars : Songs for Mixed Voices

Review: Bruno Mars has it all - the looks, the moves, the voice and he writes some great songs! 'Forget You' was nominated for Song of the Year and Record of the Year and was famously covered by Gwyneth Paltrow and the Glee cast in Season 2. 'Just the Way You Are' was ha huge hit with its confident pop melody, great groove and romantic vocals. 'The Lazy Song' is a tribute to the joys of doing nothing! With its reggae-flavored groove and irresistible melody, your singers will have a blast as they recreate the goofy original! 'Marry You' will make everyone smile with its appealing rhythmic groove, infectious melody and echoes of an earlier pop era. Fantastic staging opportunities abound!

Songlist: Forget You, Just the Way You Are, Marry You, The Lazy Song

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Bruno Mars : Doo-Wops & Hooligans

Review: Here are all ten catchy songs from the chart-topping debut by this talented singer-songwriter/producer.

Songlist: Count On Me, Grenade, Just The Way You Are, The Lazy Song, Liquor Store Blues, Marry You, The Other Side, Our First Time, Runaway Baby, Talking To The Moon

Style: Pop

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Bruno Mars : Unorthodox Jukebox

Review: Hawaiian-born pop star Bruno Mars splashed onto the scene with his debut album Doo-Wops and Hooligans in 2010, and now is back and better than ever with this 2012 CD release. Our folio includes all ten 'unorthodox' tunes from this album.

Songlist: Gorilla, If I Knew, Locked Out Of Heaven, Money Make Her Smile, Moonshine, Natalie, Show Me, Treasure, When I Was Your Man, Young Girls

Style: Pop

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Bruno Mars : Pro Vocal

Review: Whether you're a karaoke singer or preparing for an audition, the Pro Vocal series is for you! The book contains the lyrics, melody, and chord symbols for eight hit songs. The CD contains demos for listening, and separate backing tracks so you can sing along.

Songlist: Count On Me, Grenade, Just The Way You Are, The Lazy Song, Liquor Store Blues, Marry You, Nothin' On You, Talking To The Moon

Style: Pop

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