Why Usher Is Doing The Super Bowl Halftime Show For Free
Feb 8, 2024
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Exploring the business model of NFL's halftime show, discussing how artists leverage the attention, Usher's strategic album release, impact on artists' success, revenue, and business opportunities, insights into Super Bowl commercial costs, and Usher's potential benefits from the performance.
Artists leverage Super Bowl halftime show for business opportunities.
NFL secures sponsorships for halftime shows; artists benefit from visibility.
Deep dives
The Business Model Behind NFL Super Bowl Halftime Show
The podcast delves into the economics of the NFL Super Bowl halftime show, highlighting how artists leverage the massive viewership into lucrative business opportunities. Artists like Usher strategically time album releases and concert tours around this event to capitalize on the exposure. The NFL secures sponsorships to fund the halftime show, with artists usually not being compensated for their performances, yet they benefit immensely from the unparalleled visibility.
Artists' Success and Financial Gains Post Super Bowl Performances
Post Super Bowl performances, artists experience significant boosts in their careers and earnings. Examples include Justin Timberlake's music sales increasing by 534% after Super Bowl 52, and Jennifer Lopez gaining 3 million Instagram followers after Super Bowl 54. Rihanna, despite not being paid for her performance, saw a substantial increase in streams, social media followers, and business ventures. The podcast underscores how artists strategically utilize the Super Bowl platform to elevate their brand, revenue streams, and overall influence.
oday’s podcast examines the business model behind the NFL’s Super Bowl halftime show. We’ll talk through the economics of the show itself, how artists convert the attention into business opportunities, and why Usher specifically timed up the release of a new album and concert tour around this year’s big game. Enjoy!