Issue Contents: |  | *********About the cover model: Bruno Mars************
Bruno Mars, born Peter Gene Hernandez on October 8, 1985, in Honolulu, Hawaii, is an American singer, songwriter, record producer, and multi-instrumentalist. He gained international fame for his retro style, blending pop, R&B, funk, soul, reggae, and rock. Mars is known for his energetic stage presence and wide vocal range.
**Early Life:**
- Raised in a musical family, Mars was exposed to various genres and began performing at a young age.
- He moved to Los Angeles in 2003 to pursue a music career and faced several setbacks before achieving success.
**Career Breakthrough:**
- In 2010, Mars co-wrote and featured on B.o.B's "Nothin' on You" and Travie McCoy's "Billionaire," which became major hits.
- He released his debut studio album, "Doo-Wops & Hooligans," in 2010, which included hit singles like "Just the Way You Are" and "Grenade."
**Major Works:**
- His second album, "Unorthodox Jukebox" (2012), featured hits such as "Locked Out of Heaven," "When I Was Your Man," and "Treasure."
- "24K Magic" (2016) won several Grammy Awards, including Album of the Year, and produced hits like "24K Magic" and "That's What I Like."
- Mars has collaborated with numerous artists and produced several chart-topping singles.
**Accolades:**
- Mars has won multiple Grammy Awards, including Record of the Year and Song of the Year.
- Known for his exceptional live performances, he has headlined several world tours.
**Personal Life:**
- Mars keeps his personal life relatively private but has been in a long-term relationship with model Jessica Caban since 2011.
Bruno Mars continues to influence the music industry with his unique sound and captivating performances.
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