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Maroon 5 is an American pop rock band from Los Angeles, California.[3][4] It consists of lead vocalist and guitarist Adam Levine, rhythm guitarist and keyboardist Jesse Carmichael, lead guitarist James Valentine, drummer Matt Flynn, keyboardist PJ Morton, and bassist and keyboardist Sam Farrar. Original members Levine, Carmichael, bassist Mickey Madden, and drummer Ryan Dusick first came together as Kara's Flowers in February 1994, while they were in high school.

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After self-releasing their independent album ...We Like Digging?, Kara's Flowers signed to Reprise Records and released their debut studio album, The Fourth World (1997). It garnered a tepid response, after which the record label dropped the band and the members focused on college. In 2001, the band re-emerged as Maroon 5, adding guitarist Valentine. Signed to Octone Records, they released their first album as Maroon 5, titled Songs About Jane (2002). Aided by the hit singles "Harder to Breathe", "This Love" and "She Will Be Loved", the album peaked at number six on the Billboard 200 chart and went quadruple platinum in 2005. In the same year, the band won the Grammy Award for Best New Artist. In 2006, Dusick left the band after suffering from serious wrist and shoulder injuries and was replaced by Flynn. Maroon 5's second album, It Won't Be Soon Before Long (2007), debuted atop the US Billboard 200 chart; its lead single, "Makes Me Wonder", topped the US Billboard Hot 100.

The band's critically acclaimed third album, Hands All Over (2010), was re-released in 2011 with the US number-one "Moves Like Jagger". In 2012, Carmichael took a break from the band and was replaced by keyboardist Morton. Maroon 5's fourth album Overexposed (2012), spawned the single "One More Night", which topped the Billboard Hot 100 for nine consecutive weeks. In 2014, Carmichael rejoined the band alongside Morton to record the fifth album V (roman numeral pronounced "five"), released on Interscope Records and Levine's own label 222 Records, and reaching number one on the Billboard 200. In 2016, Maroon 5 added long-time collaborator Farrar to their official lineup as the band continued for their sixth studio album Red Pill Blues (2017). V and Red Pill Blues's respective singles "Sugar" and "Girls Like You" peaked at numbers two and one in the US respectively.

Madden announced his departure from the band in 2020 following his arrest on domestic violence charges, with Farrar becoming their new bassist. Their following albums, Jordi (2021) and Love Is Like (2025), saw varying critical and commercial success. Maroon 5 has sold more than 135 million records, making them one of the best-selling music acts of all time. The band has won numerous accolades, including three Grammy Awards and three American Music Awards.

History

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1994–2001: Kara's Flowers and the formation of Maroon 5

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Kara's Flowers
OriginLos Angeles, California, U.S.
Genres
Works
Years active1994–2001
LabelsReprise
Past members
  • Adam Levine
  • Jesse Carmichael
  • Ryan Dusick
  • Mickey Madden

Maroon 5 was formed as Kara's Flowers in Los Angeles, California, in 1994. Lead vocalist and guitarist Adam Levine was introduced to drummer Ryan Dusick by a mutual friend and guitarist, Adam Salzman. Levine was 15 years old, and Dusick was 16.[5] Three of the five members of the band started playing together at age 12. The four original members of the band met while attending Brentwood School in Los Angeles.[6][7] While attending Brentwood School, Levine and guitarist Jesse Carmichael joined with bassist Mickey Madden and Dusick to form Kara's Flowers.[8] The name was taken from a girl that went to their high school that the band had a "collective crush" on.[7] The band independently released an album, ...We Like Digging?, in late 1994.[9]

The band would play many shows through the next few years, and would also record their official debut. While they were playing a beach party in Malibu, independent producer Tommy Allen heard them play and offered to manage them and record a complete record with his partner, songwriter John DeNicola, who is known for his work on Dirty Dancing (1987) – including "(I've Had) The Time of My Life". Producer Rob Cavallo's management team heard the record Allen and DeNicola produced, which eventually led Cavallo to offer them a deal with Reprise Records, re-recording the album.[10] However, after the release of The Fourth World, during Levine and Madden's senior year of high school in 1997, it had morphed into a band with an alternative rock,[11] indie rock[12] and power pop style.[13] Despite high expectations from the band and record company, the album failed to catch on and their lead single, "Soap Disco", was a failure.[14] According to Levine, the failure of the album was "a huge disappointment" that nearly led them to break up.[7][15] The album sold around 5,000 copies and the band was dropped after six months.[16]

Between 2000 and 2001, the band would play very sporadic shows, due to the members going to college. Dusick and Madden attended college locally at University of California, Los Angeles, while Levine and Carmichael relocated to the East coast to attend Five Towns College, in Dix Hills, Long Island, New York.[17] While Levine and Carmichael were in New York, they began to take notice of the urban music surrounding them and later let the style influence the songs they wrote.[18] Kara's Flowers competed in the 2000 UCLA Spring Sing competition, losing to Sara Bareilles.[19]

When the band returned in 2001, they brought those influences with them.[15] Frequent collaborator and future member Sam Farrar (then only the bassist of the band Phantom Planet) explained that the Aaliyah song "Are You That Somebody?" affected the band and influenced the song "Not Coming Home".[7] Producer Tim Sommer signed them to a demo deal with MCA Records and produced three tracks with them in Los Angeles in the middle of 2001, with Mark Dearnley engineering. Against Sommer's advice, MCA declined to pick up the band, and these tracks were never released. The band put together a demo that was rejected by several labels, before acquired by Octone Records executives James Diener, Ben Berkman and David Boxenbaum.[15] While looking for talent for the Octone label, Berkman was given a bunch of demos by the brother of a former colleague at Columbia Records and the song that caught his attention was "Sunday Morning", which he referred to as a "genius song".[16] Berkman was surprised the song was credited to Kara's Flowers, because the band sounded completely different from the one he had heard while at Warner Bros. Records.[20]

Berkman encouraged Diener and Boxenbaum to fly out to Los Angeles to watch a showcase gig at The Viper Room for the four-piece Kara's Flowers.[16] After watching Levine onstage, they were convinced. Berkman believed what the band needed was a "fifth member to play the guitar and free up the singer, so he could be the star I perceived him to be".[16] Octone insisted that the band change its name to break with its pop past.[16] The label began looking for a full-time guitarist to enable Levine to focus on performing as the frontman. James Valentine (from the L.A. band Square) was recruited as the band's fifth member.[15] On his joining the band, Valentine commented: "I became friends with them and we sort of started jamming together, it was very much like I was cheating on my band, we were having sort of an affair and I eventually quit my other band to join up with them."[15] After hearing Levine play, Valentine noticed his affinity for Phish and the two musicians bonded over the band.[21] After briefly being known as simply "Maroon", the band changed their name to "Maroon 5".[1] In an interview with Howard Stern, Levine revealed that the only person outside of the band to know the story behind the name change is Billy Joel.[22]

2002–2006: Songs About Jane and Dusick's departure

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Main article: Songs About Jane
Maroon 5 in concert in 2004

James Valentine attended Berklee College of Music with John Mayer in 1996, where they developed a rapport. In 2002, the two reconnected at a Mayer radio broadcast. After Mayer heard their album, he was so impressed (particularly by "This Love", which became the most successful release off the album) that he invited them to open for him during his early 2003 tour.[7] The first single, "Harder to Breathe", slowly started to pick up airplay which helped sales of the album. By March 2004, the album had reached the Top 20 of the Billboard 200 and "Harder to Breathe" had made the Top 20 on the Billboard Hot 100 singles charts. The album peaked at number six on the Billboard 200 in September 2004, 26 months after its release; this was the longest period between an album's release and its initial Top 10 appearance since SoundScan results were included in the Billboard 200 in 1991.[23] The album went on to sell over 10 million copies worldwide.[24] Mayer invited the band to open for him again in 2004.[25] Over the next three years, the band toured, including visits to seventeen countries. During this time, the band toured with Michelle Branch, Graham Colton, and the Rolling Stones.[26][27] Other acts the band toured alongside included Gavin DeGraw,[28] Matchbox Twenty, Sugar Ray,[29] Counting Crows,[30] Phantom Planet,[31] the Hives,[32] Dashboard Confessional,[33] Simon Dawes,[34] the Thrills, Thirsty Merc, Marc Broussard, the Donnas, the RedWest, Michael Tolcher, and Guster.[35] It was also during this time that drummer Matt Flynn, who played with Gavin DeGraw and The B-52's, began accompanying the band at concerts.

Between the time that we started making the album [Songs About Jane] in 2001 and the time the album reached the crest of its success in 2004, we went from being starving musicians wondering what the future held to riding a wave of success beyond our wildest expectations.

 —Ryan Dusick, Maroon 5's original drummer, who officially left the band in 2006, due to injuries to his shoulders and wrists sustained from constant touring.[36][37]

Songs About Jane reached No. 1 on the Australian albums (ARIA),[38] while "Harder to Breathe" made the Top 20 singles charts in the US[39] and UK,[38] and Top 40 in Australia and New Zealand.[38] The album climbed to No. 1 in the UK.[38] The second single, "This Love", reached number five in the US,[39] number three in the UK, and number eight in Australia.[38] The third single, "She Will Be Loved", reached the number five in both the US[39] and the UK, and number one in Australia.[38] The fourth single, "Sunday Morning", reached the Top 40 in the US,[39] UK, and Australia.[38] Maroon 5 played Live 8, in Philadelphia in 2005. Their set included a cover of Neil Young's "Rockin' in the Free World" and frontman Levine performed with Stevie Wonder.[40] On May 13, 2005, the band wrapped up the 2005 Honda Civic Tour, which it headlined.[41] On June 9, 2005, the band performed at the American Film Institute's tribute to filmmaker George Lucas. Lucas himself had selected Maroon 5 for the event, as it was his children's favorite band at the time.[42] Over the years of touring with the band their drummer, percussionist and backing vocalist Ryan Dusick had been suffering from the touring life.[43] The strains of non-stop touring aggravated an old sports injury.[6] After several absences from the tour with Ryland Steen and Josh Day taking his place, Dusick left the band in September 2006.[37] Flynn officially joined the band as its second drummer.[44]

2007–2008: It Won't Be Soon Before Long

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Main article: It Won't Be Soon Before Long
Maroon 5 in Madison Square Garden, New York City in 2007

After recording for eight months, Maroon 5's second album It Won't Be Soon Before Long, was released worldwide in May 2007 by A&M Octone Records.[45] Levine described the follow-up to Songs About Jane is "sexier and stronger",[46] gaining inspiration from iconic 80s artists such as Prince, Shabba Ranks, Michael Jackson and Talking Heads.[47] Ann Powers writing for Los Angeles Times said It Won't Be Soon Before Long is "An icy-hot blend of electro-funk and blue-eyed soul that works its cruel streak with the confidence of Daniel Craig's James Bond".[48] Before its release, "Makes Me Wonder" was the No. 1 selling single and video on iTunes.[46] It was also the No. 1 selling album, with more than 50,000 digital pre-sales.[46] After its release, the album broke iTunes sales records its week of release, selling over 101,000 copies.[49] The first single "Makes Me Wonder", was released to radio March 27, 2007. The song debuted at number 84 on the Billboard Hot 100. In the first week of May, the single skyrocketed from a lowly position of No. 64 to No. 1, the biggest jump in Billboard history at the time.[50] "Makes Me Wonder" has also achieved No. 1 on Billboard's Hot Digital Songs, Pop 100, and Hot Dance Club Play charts.[51]

To support the album, the band performed on a ten-date club tour in which visited small venues in Europe and the United States from April to June 2007.[52][53] The band followed with a concert that streamed live via MSN Music in mid-June.[54] On July 10, it opened for The Police in Miami,[55] and followed with an acoustic performance at the Miami club, Studio A, the next day.[56] The band headlined the It Won't Be Soon Before Long Tour took place in late 2007, where they toured 28 cities in North America. The tour began September 29 touring in 28 cities in North America and concluded November 10, 2007.[57] The Hives, as the tour's special guest, performed on all of the dates while Sara Bareilles, Kevin Michael and Phantom Planet each performed in a portion of the tour.[58] It toured with Dashboard Confessional in their world tour and on March 28, 2008, it began touring with OneRepublic, Brandi Carlile, and Ry Cuming. The band has performed "Makes Me Wonder" on season 6 and "If I Never See Your Face Again" in season 7 of American Idol, which they also appeared on the show's special edition titled "Idol Gives Back" in the latter season. In May 2008, Maroon 5 released a new duet version of "If I Never See Your Face Again", with Rihanna. It appeared on both the band's re-released second album and Rihanna's re-release of her album Good Girl Gone Bad. The band's song "Goodnight Goodnight", appeared on The CW's fall 2008 advertisement.[59] Maroon 5 also performed with the song in CSI: NY, where they guest star in the fifth season episode "Page Turner" in October 2008.[60]

2009–2012: Hands All Over

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Main article: Hands All Over (album)
Maroon 5 performing in Hong Kong in May 2011

Levine stated that he believed the band was reaching its peak and may make one more album before disbanding.[61] He explained, "Eventually I want to focus on being a completely different person because I don't know if I want to do this into my 40s and 50s and beyond, like the Rolling Stones".[62] Levine later dispelled any rumors of the band breaking up, saying: "I love what I do and think that, yes, it might be tiring and complicated at times [but] we don't have any plans on disbanding any time soon".[63]

In January 2009, Maroon 5 performed at the Renaissance Hotel in Washington, D.C., for the "Declare Yourself" event in honor of the inauguration of President Barack Obama.[64] The band recorded a cover version of "The Way You Look Tonight", which appeared on the Frank Sinatra tribute album His Way, Our Way.[65] It was also included on the soundtrack to the 2010 film Valentine's Day.[66]

Maroon 5's third studio album was recorded in mid 2009 in Switzerland, where the band was joined by record producer Robert John "Mutt" Lange.[67] During the band's time on touring along with artists and groups are served as opening acts for the Back to School Tour in November, with Kate Earl and Fitz and the Tantrums[68] and the Palm Trees & Power Lines Tour in 2010, with OneRepublic, Bruno Mars, Kris Allen, Ry Cuming, VV Brown, Owl City and actor Jason Segel,[69] respectively.[70] The band's third album titled Hands All Over, was released on September 21, 2010.[71] It debuted at number two on the Billboard 200.[72] Despite the high placement on the Billboard 200 only 142,000 copies were sold, which was relatively weak compared to their previous album It Won't Be Soon Before Long, which debuted at number one with 429,000 copies.[72] The album received mixed reviews from music critics, though many of them praised it for its production. The first single of the album "Misery", was released on June 22, 2010, and peaking at number 14 on the Billboard Hot 100. In February 2011, Maroon 5 headlined the Super Bowl XLV pre-show with special guest Keith Urban, where the band performing their songs including "Misery" and "Never Gonna Leave This Bed".[73] During a promotion by Coca-Cola in March 2011, the band participated in a special studio session during which, with the help of musician PJ Morton, they only had 24 hours to write a completely original song. After their time was up, the song "Is Anybody Out There" was released on the Coca-Cola website for free download.[74]

On July 12, 2011, the band re-released the album Hands All Over, just to include their summer hit "Moves like Jagger" featuring Christina Aguilera.[75][76] The song premiered live on The Voice on June 21[77] and reached the number one position on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in September 2011. Frontman Levine was also featured in the Gym Class Heroes' song "Stereo Hearts" from their album The Papercut Chronicles II, which peaked at number four on the Billboard Hot 100. The band toured with Train for the 2011 Summer Tour from July to September 2011.[78] On September 8, 2011, Jesse Carmichael stated the band was likely to begin recording its next album within the year.[79] On October 1, 2011, the band performed live at the Rock in Rio concert in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.[80] Maroon 5 was a last hour addition, chosen to fill the vacant spot left by Jay-Z, after he cancelled his appearance for personal reasons.[81] The band launched a Snapple flavor named "Tea Will Be Loved" in support of Feeding America in September 2011.[82]

In November 2011, Maroon 5 performed "Moves Like Jagger" and "Stereo Hearts" with Travie McCoy on Saturday Night Live on November 5.[83] On November 20, 2011, the band also performed the same songs along with Aguilera and Gym Class Heroes at the 2011 American Music Awards,[84] where the band won their first AMA for Favorite Pop Band/Duo/Group. Later, the band played "Moves Like Jagger" at the 2011 Victoria's Secret Fashion Show.[85] The next year, the band also won the 2012 People's Choice Award for Favorite Band, beating Linkin Park and Coldplay.[86] On February 12, 2012, the group performed at the 54th Grammy Awards, alongside Foster the People and the Beach Boys in a medley of the Beach Boys songs to celebrate their 50th anniversary.[87] Later, Maroon 5 contributed with a song written by Glen Hansard called "Come Away to the Water", featuring Rozzi Crane for The Hunger Games soundtrack album.[88]

2012: Carmichael's hiatus and Overexposed

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Main article: Overexposed (album)

On March 9, 2012, Maroon 5 announced that Jesse Carmichael would take a break from performing with the group for an undetermined amount of time to focus more on his studies of "music and the healing arts" and was replaced by a new keyboardist and background vocalist PJ Morton, who had been touring with them since 2010 and who became a full-time band member, as Morton gained little success as an R&B artist.[89]

As Maroon 5 continued to work on their fourth studio album Overexposed, which was released on June 26, 2012. Levine stated that Overexposed is their "most diverse and poppiest album yet".[90] On April 16, Maroon 5 premiered the first single from the album "Payphone", featuring Wiz Khalifa, on the reality competition show The Voice, in which Levine is one of the coaches.[91] "Payphone" debuted at number three on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, eventually peaking at number two. The album's second single "One More Night" was released on June 19, 2012.[92] The song reached number one on the Hot 100, blocking Psy's monster hit "Gangnam Style" from the top spot on the chart for nine consecutive weeks[93] and tied with Carly Rae Jepsen's hit single "Call Me Maybe" for most weeks in the number one spot on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in 2012.[94]

At the start of their Overexposed Tour in South America, Maroon 5 introduced the newest addition in the band to the audience: their old and close friend Sam Farrar on guitars, occasionally on the bass guitar, percussion, additional keyboards, backing vocals and providing samples and other special effects (using the MPC).[95] Farrar co-wrote and co-produced a few of the band's songs on almost all of their studio albums and also remixed their song "Woman" on Call and Response: The Remix Album, released in 2008 (from the Spider-Man 2 soundtrack). On August 31, 2012 – during a show in Argentina – Farrar filled-in for Mickey Madden on the bass guitar for the first time – he subsequently filled-in for Madden on the next few shows of the tour. In July 2012, Maroon 5 began to work on the upcoming fifth studio album, after the commercial success of Overexposed[96] and on October 10, 2012, Jesse Carmichael confirmed that he would be returning to the band after they complete their Overexposed Tour and will rejoin in time to record their fifth studio album.

2013–2016: V, return of Carmichael and lineup changes

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Main article: V (Maroon 5 album)
Maroon 5 performing live in 2016.

In April 2013, James Valentine said the band was in the studio recording songs for the fifth album: "The stuff we're working on now, it definitely has gone maybe a little darker in its sound, maybe back a little bit more to what we kind of did on Songs About Jane, but at this point, we do have all kinds of different songs and it is early".[97] The band announced it would headline the 2013 Honda Civic Tour, with special guest Kelly Clarkson.[98] The tour began on August 1, and concluded on October 6, 2013, comprising 33 dates.

In February 2014, Maroon 5 appeared to perform "All My Loving" and "Ticket to Ride" on the CBS show The Night That Changed America: A Grammy Salute to the Beatles, to commemorate the 50th anniversary of The Beatles' arrival in the United States in 1964.[99] On April 15, 2014, Jesse Carmichael confirmed that his hiatus from the band was complete and he reunited with the band in time to record for the album.[100] With Carmichael's return along with PJ Morton, the band's lineup grew to six members.

In May 2014, Maroon 5 transferred from A&M Octone Records, when they signed with Interscope Records[101] (in partnership with Adam Levine's label 222 Records[102]) and announced their fifth studio album V (pronounced: "five"), which was released on September 2, 2014.[103] The album was also released on a limited-edition ZinePak.[104] The album's first single "Maps", was released on June 16, 2014,[105][106] and peaked number 6 on the Hot 100 chart.[107] On August 10, the band headlined the Hyundai Card City Break, a rock festival in South Korea.[108][109] At the 2014 MTV Video Music Awards on August 24, 2014, Maroon 5 appeared to perform for the first time with "Maps" and "One More Night".[110] The second single, "Animals" was released on August 25 and peaked at number 3 on the Hot 100 chart.[107] It was featured on the 2015 Kia Soul EV commercial.[111]

The album reached number one on the US Billboard 200 chart on September 10, 2014.[112] V received mixed reviews from critics. Brad Wete, writing for Billboard, said: "Levine's hummingbird vocals and passionate delivery are as earnest as they were on their 2002 debut Songs About Jane."[113] On September 11, 2014, Maroon 5 performed during the 2014 iTunes Festival at the Roundhouse in London, England.[114] Later, the band performed at the Grammy Awards' Christmas special, titled A Very Grammy Christmas on December 5, 2014, and at the iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour 2014 on December 12, 2014.[115][116]

"Sugar" was released as the third single from the album on January 13, 2015.[117] A music video was released on January 14, 2015, where the band traveling around Los Angeles and performing at random weddings.[118] The single reached at number 2 on the Billboard Hot 100. Like "Animals", the single was featured on commercials with two 2015 vehicles namely, the Nissan GT-R[119] and the Toyota Corolla Altis.[120] On February 22, 2015, Maroon 5 performed "Lost Stars" at the 87th Academy Awards.[121] The song appeared on the soundtrack of the 2013 film Begin Again (which also stars Levine)[122] and the deluxe edition of the band's album V.[103]

Maroon 5 headlined a worldwide tour titled Maroon V Tour, in support of the album. Throughout the tour, artists Magic!, Rozzi Crane, Matt McAndrew, Tove Lo, R. City and Phases served as the tour's opening acts. On May 11, 2015, the band announced that they were to release their single "This Summer", on May 15,[123] and also appeared on the re-released deluxe edition of the fifth album.[124][125] Four days later, Maroon 5 performed the song on the eighth season finale of The Voice.[126] The band released their first greatest hits album Singles, on September 25, 2015, through 222 and Interscope.[127][128][129] It contains 12 singles taken from the first five albums.[130] In 2016, the band also released The Studio Albums, an album collection box set featuring all five albums was available on September 30, 2016.[131] The same year, Sam Farrar who had been touring and collaborated with Maroon 5, appears in the band's promotional photo, where he became a new official member.[132]

2017–2018: Red Pill Blues

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Main article: Red Pill Blues
Maroon 5 at the Pepsi Center in Denver, Colorado in September 2018 during the Red Pill Blues Tour.

In January 2017, Adam Levine revealed that the band was working on their sixth studio album.[133] According to Levine, the album would be R&B-influenced.[134][135] At the 2017 Teen Choice Awards on August 13, where the band received the Decade Award,[136] Levine announced that the album would be released in November.[137][138] In October 2017, Maroon 5 revealed their sixth studio album Red Pill Blues, the name inspired by the 1999 science fiction film The Matrix.[139][140][141] The album was released on November 3, 2017,[142] and peaked at number two on the Billboard 200.

This album includes four singles: "Don't Wanna Know", "Cold", "What Lovers Do" and "Wait". The re-release of the album to include a remix version of "Girls Like You" featuring Cardi B, which was released in May 2018[143] and served as the fifth and final single. It peaked at number one at the Billboard Hot 100 spending seven weeks, which became their fourth number one on the chart.[144] It spent 33 weeks in the top 10, tying both with Ed Sheeran's "Shape of You" and Post Malone and Swae Lee's "Sunflower" for the longest top 10 run in the chart's archives at the time.[145][146]

To support the album, Maroon 5 embarked on the Red Pill Blues Tour, began on May 30, 2018, and concluded on December 31, 2019, along with special guests Julia Michaels, Cxloe and Sigrid. In June 2018, the band collaborated with Hyundai, to record a cover version of Bob Marley and the Wailers' "Three Little Birds", was released as a promotional single on Apple Music[147] and featured with three vehicles are appeared on the advertisements for Hyundai Santa Fe and Kona in the 2018 FIFA World Cup and Nexo in the song's official music video both were directed by Joseph Kahn.[148][149] In August 2018, the group made a guest appearance in the first episode of the YouTube Premium television web series Sugar.[150]

2019–2022: Super Bowl LIII halftime show controversy, Madden's leave of absence and Jordi

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Main article: Jordi (album)

On February 3, 2019, Maroon 5 headlined the Super Bowl LIII halftime show in Atlanta, Georgia, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, with American rappers Big Boi and Travis Scott.[151][152][153] The band's decision was controversial, because other musicians, including Cardi B and Rihanna, refused to perform. The musicians who pulled out did so to show their support for Colin Kaepernick and others who protested police brutality and racism by kneeling during the U.S. national anthem and faced repercussions by the NFL for doing so. (See also U.S. national anthem kneeling protests).[154][155] The performance drew criticism from audiences and critics.[156]

On September 20, 2019, Maroon 5 released the song "Memories",[157] which peaked at number two on the Billboard Hot 100.[158] The following month, guitarist James Valentine revealed the details about the band working on their new album, stating: "It does foreshadow a new album, which we're currently in the studio working on. But, yeah, we are working on a new record."[159] In June 2020, it was announced that David Dobkin was directing a documentary film about the band. As of 2021, no word when the film will be released.[160][161]

On June 27, 2020, bassist Mickey Madden was arrested in Los Angeles due to an allegation of domestic violence.[162] Madden took a leave of absence from Maroon 5 after his arrest.[163] The Los Angeles District Attorney ultimately declined prosecution; the case was dropped, and no charges were filed.[164] Madden was replaced by Sam Farrar, leaving Levine and Carmichael as the two remaining original members.

In July 2020, Maroon 5 announced the single "Nobody's Love", which was released on July 24.[165] On December 16, 2020, Levine revealed their seventh studio album was set for release in 2021.[166] They released their next single, "Beautiful Mistakes" featuring American rapper Megan Thee Stallion, on March 3, 2021.[167] On April 29, 2021, the band announced their seventh studio album, Jordi, would be released on June 11, 2021.[168] The singles "Memories", "Nobody's Love", and "Beautiful Mistakes" all appear on the album.[169] It also received mixed reviews from critics.

Maroon 5 performing live at the pyramids, Egypt 2022

In September 2021, Maroon 5 headlined on a television tribute special titled Shine a Light: A Tribute to the Families of 9/11, aired on CNN to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the September 11 attacks.[170] In May 2022, Maroon 5 conducted a concert at the pyramids of Giza in Cairo.[171] There, PJ Morton stated that the band's performance in Egypt was better than their 2019 Super Bowl performance.[172]

2023–present: Las Vegas Residency and Love Is Like

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In January 2023, it was announced that the band would perform at the first edition of The Town Festival in Brazil, on September 7, 2023.[173][174] The band headlined their first Las Vegas residency titled, Maroon 5: The Las Vegas Residency at Dolby Live at the Park MGM. The show began in March 2023 and ended in March 2025.[175][176][177][178]

On May 19, 2023, the band released a new single titled "Middle Ground".[179] On October 14, 2023, Levine teased the band's new music was in the works.[180] On April 7, 2025, he confirmed that a new single would release "at the end of the month-ish," and that a new album was slated to release around summer.[181]

On April 25, 2025, Maroon 5 announced a new single titled "Priceless", featuring singer Lisa from K-Pop group Blackpink. The song and its music video were released on May 2, 2025.[182] On June 23, 2025, Maroon 5 released the promotional single, "All Night". Along with the single, they also announced their eighth studio album, Love Is Like, with a release date of August 15, 2025.[183]

Maroon 5 released the album Love Is Like, along with the official music video for the title track, "Love Is Like", on August 15, 2025.[184]

Musical style and influences

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I think the classic Maroon 5 song is minor, and it has some funk, Nile Rodgers-style guitar and the lyrics are probably about getting your heart broken. So minor, funk and heartbreak -- that's the Maroon 5 formula.

—James Valentine[185]

Maroon 5 has been described as pop,[186][187][12][13] pop rock,[186][188][189] funk rock,[190][191][192] dance-pop,[193][194][195] blue-eyed soul,[196][197][198] neo soul,[186] soft rock[199][200] and pop-R&B,[201][202] while their early work has been characterized as indie rock.[187] Adam Levine has stated: "Everything that's written and performed and put together pretty much comes from us. I just think people would be surprised to know that we're a self-contained unit. We're a band that does their own thing. There's no puppet master."[203] However, in an article about the songwriter and producer Benny Blanco, it is revealed that at least some of the band's songs, such as "Moves like Jagger", are the product of efforts by or collaborations with, professional songwriters and producers.[204] In the same article, Levine says, "It's almost as if [Benny Blanco] has the Midas touch in putting the right people together at the right time to create a musical moment. He's about collaboration. And he's so good at nailing down who does everything best."[205]

Madden's black Music Man bass guitar on display at the Hard Rock Cafe, London

Adam Levine cited Britpop band Oasis as "one of the best bands ever" and said "We love Oasis".[206] The band has cited Michael Jackson, The Beatles, The Police, Justin Timberlake, Stevie Wonder, the Bee Gees, Tonic, Prince, Tupac Shakur and Marvin Gaye as influences.[207][208][209] Levine has also cited Billy Joel as an influence.[40] Furthermore, guitarist James Valentine said he was influenced by guitarists like Pat Metheny, Bill Frisell and John Scofield, as well as the rock band Queens of the Stone Age.[210] The band's songs tend to be very guitar-heavy, often accompanied by piano or synthesizer. The theme in most of their songs is love, frequently lost love; songs like "This Love", "Makes Me Wonder" and "Misery" have a very cynical tone, often expressing dissatisfaction with a relationship, while their more heartfelt and emotional songs such as "She Will Be Loved" and "Never Gonna Leave This Bed" express a longing for a romantic relationship. "Makes Me Wonder" has a secondary theme, in which Levine expresses his disillusionment and frustration with the state of American politics and the Iraq War.[211]

The band's style changes from album to album. Songs About Jane consists of songs about Levine's ex-girlfriend Jane Herman. On It Won't Be Soon Before Long the songs are less personal and are more electric with more use of synthesizers, creating a retro feel. Hands All Over continues the band's lost love theme, along with songs about infatuation and was re-released in 2011, with the hit single "Moves like Jagger", an electropop song which represents a drastic change in the band's sound, with more of a dance feel to it. "It was one of those songs that was definitely a risk", Levine said. "It's a bold statement. We've never really released a song like that. But it's exciting to do something different, do something new. I'm just glad that everyone likes it."[212] James Valentine called Overexposed "our most 'pop' record ever and we weren't shy about really going for it".[213] They have also experimented with new wave[214][215][216] and disco on several albums.[217][218]

Controversies

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In an interview with Variety in November 2018, the frontman of the band, Adam Levine, when asked if the band is pop, rock or urban, said, "Something unique to this band is that we have always looked to hip-hop, R&B, all rhythmic forms of music, from back when we were writing our first album to now. Rock music is nowhere, really. I don't know where it is. If it's around, no one's invited me to the party. All of the innovation and the incredible things happening in music are in hip-hop".[219] This statement prompted widespread criticism from rock fans and some rock stars. Despite this backlash, the band saw a continued increase in popularity and commercial success in 2018, leading them to become one of the world's best-selling pop bands. The band mostly collaborates with hip hop artists and creates primarily pop music.[220]

On February 27, 2020, the band performed at the Viña del Mar International Song Festival in Chile. The performance, which began 29 minutes late, was listed as "mediocre" by part of the press. Mark Savage of BBC News said that Levine performed the songs with a "lack of energy" and was "out of tune", adding that the disappointment of some fans increased when videos were leaked. The videos showed Levine when he was leaving the stage, angry and saying that "they were deceived", "that was a TV show! ... that was not a concert", and that Viña del Mar is a "shitty city," sparking criticism.[221] Levine later posted on Instagram to apologize for the incident,[222] and the band said they had experienced technical difficulties with the audio feed to Levine's in-ear monitors.[223]

Band members

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Main article: List of Maroon 5 band members

Current

  • Adam Levine – lead vocals, rhythm and lead guitar (1994–present)
  • Jesse Carmichael – rhythm guitar, backing vocals (1994–2012, 2014–present), keyboards (1998–2012; hiatus 2012–2014)
  • James Valentine – lead and rhythm guitar (2001–present), backing vocals (2006–present)
  • Matt Flynn – drums, percussion (2006–present; hiatus since October 2025; touring member 2004–2006)
  • PJ Morton – keyboards, backing vocals (2012–present; touring member 2010–2012)
  • Sam Farrar – bass, samples, percussion, keyboards, programming, guitar, backing vocals (2016–present; touring member 2001, 2012–2016)

Touring

  • Jacob Scesney – saxophone, percussion (2025–present)[224]
  • Nate Morton – drums, percussion (2025–present; filling in for Matt Flynn since the start of the band's Love Is Like Tour in October 2025)[225]

Former

  • Ryan Dusick – drums, percussion (1994–2006), backing vocals (1999–2006)
  • Mickey Madden – bass (1994–2020)

Discography

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Main articles: Maroon 5 discography, List of songs recorded by Maroon 5, and List of performances by Maroon 5 in media

Studio albums

As Kara's Flowers

Awards and nominations

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See also: List of awards and nominations received by Maroon 5

Maroon 5 have been the recipients of three Grammy Awards,[226][227] three American Music Awards,[228][229][230] and three People's Choice Awards,[231] with five Teen Choice Awards,[232] and six Billboard Music Awards. In 2004 World Music Awards, it won the award for "World's Best New Group".[233]

Hands All Over, the band's third studio album, which was released in September 2010, peaked at number two on the Billboard 200 charts. In 2011, the album was re-released and supported by the single "Moves like Jagger", a song featuring American singer Christina Aguilera. The song became the band's second single to reach number one on the Hot 100 chart; it has sold over 14.4 million copies worldwide, making it one of the best-selling singles worldwide.[234] The band released their fourth studio album, Overexposed, in June 2012. The album peaked at number two on the Billboard 200 chart. The first two singles from the album "Payphone" and "One More Night", were both international hits and peaked at two and one on the Hot 100 chart respectively.[235] "One More Night", managed to beat Psy's "Gangnam Style" by reaching number one on Billboard Hot 100 and stayed tied with Carly Rae Jepsen's hit single "Call Me Maybe" for most weeks at No. 1 in 2012.[94]

Maroon 5 ranked 15 on Recording Industry Association of America's (RIAA) "Top Artists – Digital Singles" list, with certified sales of 15 million in the United States.[236] In 2013, Maroon 5 became the third most-played artist on Top 40 Mainstream radio, based on Clear Channel owned Mediabase, becoming one of the most successful acts of Interscope Records.[237] On September 10, 2014, their fifth studio album, V, debuted at top of the weekly Billboard 200 chart with 164,000 copies sold within the first week.[238]

In 2013, Maroon 5 ranked as the 94th best artist of all time based on Top 100 Artists of All Time at Billboard Hot 100 55th Anniversary.[239]

In August 2018, the band was ranked 37th and 11th on Billboard's Hot 100 60th Anniversary Greatest of All Time and on Billboard's "The Top 60 Duos/Groups of All Time" respectively.[240][241]

In January 2020, the band was listed number nine on the Billboard Top Artists of the 2010s chart.[242]

Tours

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Philanthropy

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  • Since 2008, Maroon 5 has partnered with environmental non-profit REVERB to green their tours and engage fans to take action for the environment.[citation needed]
  • Maroon 5 has been a longtime supporter of Aid Still Required (ASR). After contributing the live version of "She Will Be Loved" to ASR's All Star CD in support of the survivors of the 2004 Southeast Asian tsunami[249] Maroon 5 went on to record a public service announcement for ASR about work that still needed to be done in Haiti. Maroon 5 has participated in various ASR social media campaigns[250] and Levine has donated a meet and greet on the set of The Voice to raise funds for various ASR programs.[251]
  • Maroon 5 supports the Bonnie J. Addario Lung Cancer Foundation.[252]
  • In 2006, Maroon 5 were awarded an Environmental Media Award, due to donating their 2005 North American tour income to a global environment organization, called "Global Cool".[253]
  • In 2011, Maroon 5 (along with PJ Morton, who was the band's touring member at the time) took part in a project named "24 Hour Session" with Coca-Cola. The band wrote and recorded the song "Is Anybody Out There?" in 24 hours. After the project ended, the track was made available on the Coca-Cola website. It was also announced that if the song would be downloaded more than 100,000 times, Coca-Cola would donate to Africa for clean water.[254] It won the award for Best Event at the 2011 BT Digital Music Awards.[255]
  • Following the earthquake and tsunami in Japan in March 2011, Maroon 5 donated proceeds from their concerts in Japan to Japanese Red Cross in May 2011.[256]
  • Adam Levine, whose brother is openly gay, is an outspoken supporter of same sex marriage and LGBT rights.[257] In 2011, he made a video on Maroon 5's official YouTube account in support of the It Gets Better Project.[258] In January 2012, he announced that Maroon 5 had changed the location of their post–Grammy Awards show because of the "unnamed Los Angeles restaurant's backing of Proposition 8".[257]
  • In August 2013, Maroon 5 teamup with the rum brand Malibu, to host a collaborative competition titled Marooned on Malibu Island, where encouraged fans participate to nominate their city by creating their own virtual Malibu Island.[259] After the contest was closed, the event later took place in a concert at the Roseland Ballroom in Manhattan, New York, on November 16, 2013.[260]
  • In 2015, the band had a partnership with Vita Coco, as part for the North American leg of the Maroon V Tour, with every stop through on-site allowing fans to drink coconut water and meet-and-greet with the band.[261]
  • On June 25, 2016, Maroon 5 partnered with UNICEF to launch #Maroon5Day to mark the 14th anniversary of the release of their first album Songs About Jane. Fans were encouraged to donate to the U.S. Fund for UNICEF.[262] It was announced that Maroon 5 will match up to $25,000 in donations to help children in need.[263] The campaign was nominated at the 2016 Shorty Social Good Awards for Best Influencer & Celebrity Partnership.[264]
  • On March 25, 2017, Maroon 5 participated during the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) "Earth Hour" campaign.[265]
  • Maroon 5 partnered with Interscope Records and gave a donation for the charities are the Malala Fund in 2018, Big Brothers Big Sisters of America, with the NFL for the Super Bowl LIII halftime show in 2019, and the ACLU in 2020, respectively.[266][267][268]
  • In October 2020, Maroon 5 featured in the virtual music festival 'Save Our Stages Fest' presented by National Independent Venue Association in partnership with YouTube Music to support indie venues.[269]

Publications

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  • Maroon 5 – Midnight Miles: On the Road Through 5 Continents & 17 Countries, MTV Books (July 18, 2006)
  • Chloë Govan – Maroon 5: Shooting for the Stars, Omnibus Press (October 14, 2013)
  • Ryan Dusick – Harder to Breathe: A Memoir of Making Maroon 5, Losing It All, and Finding Recovery, BenBella Books (November 15, 2022)

See also

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References

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Maroon 5 is an American pop rock band from Los Angeles, California, originally formed in 1994 as Kara's Flowers by high school students Adam Levine, Jesse Carmichael, Mickey Madden, and Ryan Dusick, before rebranding to Maroon 5 in 2001 following a stylistic shift toward broader influences including funk and soul. The current lineup features lead vocalist and guitarist Adam Levine, keyboardist and rhythm guitarist Jesse Carmichael, bassist Mickey Madden, lead guitarist James Valentine (who joined in 2001), and drummer Matt Flynn (added in 2006 after Dusick's departure due to injury). Rising to fame with their debut album Songs About Jane (2002), which drew from personal experiences and blended rock with pop sensibilities, the band secured the Grammy Award for Best New Artist in 2005 and has since won two more Grammys amid 13 nominations, reflecting sustained industry recognition despite evolving production choices. Maroon 5 has sold over 27 million albums globally, bolstered by high-volume digital singles exceeding 30 million in the U.S. alone, with signature tracks like "This Love," "Makes Me Wonder," and "Sugar" showcasing Levine's falsetto and the group's knack for infectious, radio-friendly hooks that fuse pop rock with R&B and electronic elements. While their early work emphasized organic instrumentation and narrative-driven lyrics, later albums such as Overexposed (2012) and V (2014) marked a pivot to polished, collaboration-heavy pop that amplified commercial dominance—yielding billions of streams—but drew critiques for prioritizing algorithmic appeal over depth, contributing to perceptions of artistic dilution.

History

1994–2001: Kara's Flowers and the formation of Maroon 5

Kara's Flowers was formed in 1994 in Los Angeles by high school students Adam Levine (lead vocals and guitar), Jesse Carmichael (guitar), Mickey Madden (bass), and Ryan Dusick (drums), who had been friends since attending Brentwood School. The band initially drew from grunge and alternative rock influences prevalent in the mid-1990s Los Angeles scene, self-releasing a demo tape titled We Like Digging? later that year to build local buzz. Following regional performances and interest from labels, Kara's Flowers signed with Reprise Records, a Warner Bros. imprint known for alternative acts like Green Day. The group released their debut and only major-label album, The Fourth World, on August 19, 1997, produced with a pop-rock sound featuring tracks like "Soap Disco" and "Future Kid." Despite promotional efforts including a music video and tour slots, the album achieved minimal commercial success, peaking outside major charts and selling fewer than 5,000 copies initially, leading Reprise to drop the band by 1999. The lack of breakthrough prompted an indefinite hiatus around 1999, during which members dispersed: Levine attended Five Towns College in New York to study music, exposing him to R&B, soul, and funk genres through local club scenes and collaborations, while others pursued education or side projects. This period marked a creative pivot away from their earlier indie rock roots, as Levine later reflected on the need for broader stylistic evolution to sustain viability. By early 2001, Levine, Carmichael, Madden, and Dusick reconvened in Los Angeles, rebranding as Maroon 5 to signify a fresh start and distance from prior associations; the name evoked the color maroon's vibrancy and a nod to New York subways observed during Levine's time there. The reformation emphasized expanded songwriting incorporating R&B grooves and pop hooks, setting the stage for their subsequent deal with J Records, though guitarist James Valentine would join later to solidify the lineup.

2002–2006: Songs About Jane and early success

In 2002, Maroon 5 signed with Octone Records, an independent label with distribution through J Records, marking a pivotal shift after their earlier incarnation as Kara's Flowers. The band's debut album as Maroon 5, Songs About Jane, was released on June 25, 2002. Frontman Adam Levine wrote the majority of the tracks inspired by his breakup with former girlfriend Jane Herman, whom he had dated in high school and reconnected with briefly in the late 1990s, infusing the album with themes of unrequited love and emotional turmoil. The album achieved gradual commercial breakthrough, eventually selling over 10 million copies worldwide and earning multi-platinum certifications in multiple countries, including 5× Platinum in the United States by the RIAA. Lead single "Harder to Breathe," released in 2002, peaked at number 18 on the Billboard Hot 100 and introduced the band's polished pop-rock sound to mainstream audiences. Follow-up "This Love," issued in 2004, became their first top-five hit on the Hot 100 at number five, driven by its falsetto hooks and music video depicting Levine's tumultuous relationship dynamics. The sustained success culminated in Maroon 5 winning the Grammy Award for Best New Artist at the 47th Annual Grammy Awards on February 13, 2005. Intense touring schedules exacerbated pre-existing injuries for drummer Ryan Dusick, leading to his departure from the band in September 2006. Dusick cited joint and nerve damage in his shoulder and arms, sustained from repetitive drumming and prior athletic strain, as rendering him unable to perform at the required level. Matt Flynn, who had served as the band's touring drummer since 2004, officially joined as permanent replacement, stabilizing the lineup for future endeavors.

2007–2008: It Won't Be Soon Before Long

It Won't Be Soon Before Long, Maroon 5's second studio album, was released on May 22, 2007, through A&M/Octone Records, marking a follow-up to their debut Songs About Jane. The record featured contributions from producers including Mike Elizondo, who handled several tracks, alongside Mark "Spike" Stent and Eric Valentine, emphasizing a polished production that blended the band's core pop-rock instrumentation with funkier grooves and subtle electronic influences for broader appeal. The album debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 chart, moving 429,000 copies in its first week in the United States, the band's first such achievement. Lead single "Makes Me Wonder," released to radio in March 2007, topped the Billboard Hot 100 and secured a Grammy Award for Best Pop Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals at the 50th Annual Grammy Awards in 2008. The opening track "If I Never See Your Face Again" followed as a single in May 2008, later reissued as a duet with Rihanna on her album Good Girl Gone Bad: Reloaded. To promote the release, Maroon 5 conducted a six-date U.S. mini-tour in June 2007 following the lead single's success, followed by the full It Won't Be Soon Before Long Tour commencing September 29, 2007, in Auburn Hills, Michigan, and extending into 2008 across North America, Europe, and beyond, including a summer leg with Counting Crows. This period solidified their pop-rock presence with international performances that boosted global visibility.

2009–2012: Hands All Over and Overexposed

Maroon 5 recorded their third studio album, Hands All Over, in 2009 and 2010, incorporating more upbeat pop rock elements with influences from funk and dance. The album was released on September 21, 2010, and debuted at number 2 on the Billboard 200, selling 143,000 copies in its first week. The lead single, "Misery", released June 22, 2010, peaked at number 14 on the Billboard Hot 100, driven by its catchy hooks and radio play. Follow-up singles "Give a Little More" and "Never Gonna Leave This Bed" achieved modest chart success, reaching numbers 86 and 55 on the Hot 100, respectively, reflecting a shift toward more accessible, melody-focused tracks but initial underperformance relative to prior albums. To revitalize interest, the band re-released Hands All Over in September 2011 with additional tracks, including the collaboration "Moves Like Jagger" featuring Christina Aguilera, released as a single on June 21, 2011. The song, blending disco and electropop, debuted at number 8 on the Billboard Hot 100 and ascended to number 1 for four weeks, propelled by heavy radio airplay and its debut performance on The Voice. This success significantly boosted album sales, pushing Hands All Over toward platinum certification in the United States with over 1 million copies sold domestically. Transitioning to their fourth album, Overexposed, Maroon 5 collaborated with producers including Max Martin to emphasize polished, genre-blending pop with electronic and hip-hop infusions aimed at radio dominance. Released on June 20, 2012, the album debuted at number 2 on the Billboard 200 with 222,000 first-week sales, marking the band's strongest opening since 2007. Lead single "Payphone", featuring Wiz Khalifa and released April 2012, topped the Billboard Hot 100, while "One More Night", released June 19, 2012, also reached number 1 in September after 13 weeks on the chart. These hits underscored a strategic pivot to hook-driven, collaboration-heavy tracks that sustained commercial momentum. Amid production, keyboardist Jesse Carmichael announced a hiatus on March 9, 2012, to focus on personal studies in music and healing arts, temporarily altering the band's dynamic without halting the album's rollout. Overexposed ultimately sold over 1 million copies in the US, reinforcing Maroon 5's chart adaptability through formulaic yet effective pop experimentation.

2013–2016: V and lineup changes

Keyboardist Jesse Carmichael rejoined Maroon 5 in early 2014 following a hiatus that began after the 2012 album Overexposed, enabling his contributions to the band's fifth studio album, V. The album, recorded in Los Angeles, was produced by Max Martin, Benny Blanco, and Ryan Tedder, among others, and released on September 2, 2014, via Interscope Records. The lead single, "Maps," debuted on June 16, 2014, marking the start of promotion in the streaming era. "V" achieved commercial success, earning 3× platinum certification from the RIAA for shipments exceeding three million units in the United States. Follow-up single "Sugar," released in 2015, propelled the album's popularity through its music video, which depicted the band unexpectedly performing at real Los Angeles weddings, inspired by the film Wedding Crashers and premiering on January 14, 2015. This visual strategy adapted to digital media trends, amassing over one billion views and underscoring the band's shift toward viral content. Maroon 5 launched the Maroon V Tour in February 2015, encompassing North American arenas before extending to European dates in May and June, followed by Asian and additional legs through 2016. "Sugar" earned a nomination for Best Pop Duo/Group Performance at the 58th Annual Grammy Awards in 2016. In 2016, multi-instrumentalist Sam Farrar, a longtime collaborator and former touring member, was officially added to the lineup, solidifying the group's configuration amid ongoing touring.

2017–2019: Red Pill Blues and Super Bowl halftime show

Maroon 5 released their sixth studio album, Red Pill Blues, on November 3, 2017, via Interscope Records. The record blended pop with hip-hop, R&B, trap, and electronic elements, marking a shift toward more dance-oriented and collaborative production featuring guest artists like Kendrick Lamar and SZA. Key singles included "Don't Wanna Know" featuring Kendrick Lamar, released on October 11, 2016, which achieved significant radio airplay, and "What Lovers Do" featuring SZA, released on August 30, 2017, emphasizing the album's rhythmic and melodic hooks. Red Pill Blues debuted at number two on the Billboard 200 chart, reflecting the band's sustained commercial appeal amid their evolving sound. The album supported an extensive world tour, the Red Pill Blues Tour, which commenced in May 2018 and spanned multiple continents, showcasing the band's stable lineup of Adam Levine on vocals, Jesse Carmichael on keyboards and guitar, James Valentine on guitar, Matt Flynn on drums, and Sam Farrar on bass and multi-instruments—a configuration unchanged since Carmichael's return in 2012. This period of lineup consistency allowed focus on live performances integrating new material with established hits. Following the album's promotion, Maroon 5 were selected to headline the Super Bowl LIII halftime show on February 3, 2019, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia. The performance featured guests Travis Scott and Big Boi, delivering a 13-minute set of medleyed tracks including "Harder to Breathe," "This Love," and "Sugar," broadcast to an average of 98.2 million viewers during the Super Bowl telecast on CBS. The event highlighted the band's mainstream pop accessibility and ability to draw massive audiences, capping a phase of high-profile activity before subsequent lineup shifts.

2020–2022: Jordi and personal challenges

In early 2020, Maroon 5 faced disruptions from the COVID-19 pandemic, which halted live touring plans including a previously announced North American trek with supporting acts Leon Bridges and Meghan Trainor. The band shifted focus to recording their seventh studio album, Jordi, amid global lockdowns that limited in-person collaboration and promotion. Released on June 11, 2021, via Interscope Records, the album featured collaborations with artists such as Megan Thee Stallion, Stevie Nicks, and a posthumous appearance by Juice Wrld. Jordi was dedicated to the band's former manager, Jordan Feldstein, who died of a heart attack on December 22, 2017, at age 40; frontman Adam Levine described it as a tribute to their "late, great, fabulous amazing ex-manager." The title drew from Feldstein's nickname, echoing the dedication in the 2019 single "Memories," whose video concluded with "For Jordi." Lead single "Beautiful Mistakes," featuring Megan Thee Stallion and released on March 3, 2021, addressed themes of regret and relational errors, peaking at number 11 on the Billboard Hot 100. The album's introspective lyrics reflected personal vulnerabilities, with Levine noting its status as the band's "most personal" work, influenced by isolation and loss during the pandemic. Personal challenges compounded external pressures: in July 2020, bassist Mickey Madden took an indefinite leave of absence following his arrest on July 11 for alleged domestic violence, stating he did not wish to distract the band. Promotion for Jordi relied on virtual performances, including appearances on shows like Jimmy Kimmel Live! for "Beautiful Mistakes," as live events remained curtailed. Guitarist James Valentine, meanwhile, pursued independent projects during this period, reducing his involvement in band activities to explore solo guitar work. The album debuted at number eight on the Billboard 200, selling 88,000 equivalent units in its first week, though critics noted its formulaic pop production amid these transitions.

2023–present: Continued touring and activities

Maroon 5 has not released a new studio album since Jordi (2021) and has continued with touring, performances, and other activities.

Artistry

Musical style

Maroon 5's debut album Songs About Jane (2002) established a core sound rooted in funk-infused pop-rock, blending groovy basslines, prominent guitar riffs, and rhythmic soul elements. Tracks like "Harder to Breathe" and "This Love" highlighted this with driving rock energy tempered by blue-eyed soul influences and tight, danceable grooves. Post-2007, with albums such as It Won't Be Soon Before Long and Overexposed (2012), the band evolved toward polished synth-pop and electronic dance fusion, incorporating programmed beats, falsetto hooks, and genre-blending elements like electro-funk rhythms. This shift emphasized streamlined, radio-optimized structures over raw rock instrumentation, evident in singles featuring synthetic layers and upbeat, hook-driven arrangements. Adam Levine's light-lyric tenor vocals, characterized by a nasal timbre and falsetto range extending to C6, form the stylistic anchor, often layered with harmonies for melodic emphasis and catchiness. Production evolved from live-band recordings emphasizing organic guitars and drums in early work to greater reliance on programmed synthesizers, electronic percussion, and digital layering in later albums, prioritizing precision and pop sheen.

Influences

In their formative years as Kara's Flowers, Maroon 5's original members drew from 1990s grunge and alternative rock, with guitarist Jesse Carmichael citing Nirvana and Pearl Jam as key early influences that shaped the band's initial raw, guitar-driven sound. The group's evolution into a pop-rock outfit incorporated soul and R&B elements, as frontman Adam Levine has referenced Michael Jackson, Prince, and Marvin Gaye for their melodic phrasing and emotional delivery, influences evident in the soul-infused tracks of debut album Songs About Jane released in 2002. Levine also highlighted funk and new wave acts like The Police and Talking Heads for rhythmic structures, alongside R&B artists such as Aaliyah and reggae influences from Shabba Ranks, contributing to the band's eclectic fusion on albums like It Won't Be Soon Before Long in 2007. Subsequent works reflected borrowings from hip-hop and electronic dance music, spurred by Levine's 2005 feature on Kanye West's "Heard 'Em Say" from Late Registration, which introduced rap production techniques and beat-driven arrangements adopted in tracks like "Makes Me Wonder." This shift aligned with broader pop assimilation of genre-blending trends, though band members like Carmichael have stressed that adaptations stem from personal artistic growth rather than explicit emulation, prioritizing experiential songwriting over stylistic mimicry.

Commercial success

Album sales and chart performance

Maroon 5 has sold over 27 million albums worldwide, with the majority of units derived from pure sales rather than streaming equivalents. Their debut album, Songs About Jane (2002), achieved 5.3 million units in the United States alone and over 10 million worldwide, earning multi-platinum status reflective of sustained catalog performance. Subsequent releases demonstrated consistent chart dominance on the Billboard 200, with five of their studio albums debuting at number 1 or 2, underscoring early-to-mid career peak commercial viability driven by radio airplay and physical sales. It Won't Be Soon Before Long (2007) debuted at number 1 on the Billboard 200, selling over 2 million copies in the United States and earning multi-platinum certification there, alongside platinum status in markets including Australia, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Hands All Over (2010) and Overexposed (2012) both peaked at number 2, while V (2014) returned to number 1 with first-week sales of 164,000 units, bolstered by emerging streaming metrics counted as equivalent album units by Billboard. Red Pill Blues (2017) also reached number 2, certified platinum in the United States and double platinum in Canada, with additional gold certifications in Australia and Austria. Later albums reflected a shift toward streaming-heavy consumption, with Jordi (2021) and Love Is Like (2025) underperforming on traditional sales; the latter debuted at number 36 on the Billboard 200 amid diminished pure unit sales of approximately 50,000 in its first week. This trajectory highlights the band's adaptation to digital platforms for equivalent units, though pure album sales declined post-2010s, as evidenced by global certification data from bodies like ARIA and BPI showing fewer multi-platinum awards in recent years. Overall, RIAA and international certifications across more than 35 countries affirm over 75 million combined album and single units, emphasizing enduring but evolving market presence.

Singles and streaming records

Maroon 5 has secured 15 top-10 entries on the Billboard Hot 100, including four number-one hits: "Makes Me Wonder," "Moves Like Jagger" featuring Christina Aguilera, "One More Night," and "Girls Like You" featuring Cardi B. Their singles have collectively generated substantial digital sales, with the band holding 87.5 million certified digital units in the United States as of 2023, surpassing pre-digital era benchmarks for many acts. "Moves Like Jagger," released in 2011, debuted at number 30 on the Hot 100 and ascended to number one for four nonconsecutive weeks between August 2011 and February 2012, driven by strong airplay and digital downloads. The track, a collaboration with Christina Aguilera, achieved diamond certification from the RIAA, denoting 10 million equivalent units in sales and streaming. It marked a viral breakthrough, blending pop-rock with electronic elements to propel the band's transition toward mainstream pop dominance. Subsequent singles like "Sugar" from the 2014 album V peaked at number two on the Hot 100 and have accumulated over 2.17 billion streams on Spotify. "Girls Like You," featuring Cardi B and released in 2018, topped the chart for three weeks and surpassed 1.78 billion Spotify streams by 2023, earning 10× platinum RIAA certification for 10 million units. These milestones reflect the band's adaptation to streaming economics, where collaborations and remixes—such as features with Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion—have extended single longevity through algorithmic promotion and social media virality on platforms like TikTok.
SingleHot 100 PeakWeeks at No. 1Spotify Streams (as of 2023)RIAA Certification
Moves Like Jagger (feat. Christina Aguilera)141.94 billionDiamond (10× Platinum)
Sugar202.17 billionMulti-Platinum
Girls Like You (feat. Cardi B)131.78 billion10× Platinum

Critical reception

Early acclaim and breakthrough

Upon its release on June 25, 2002, Songs About Jane received praise from critics for its emotional depth, drawing directly from lead vocalist Adam Levine's experiences with a past relationship, which infused the songwriting with authentic heartbreak narratives. Reviewers highlighted the album's blend of pop-rock with funk and soul elements, noting infectious melodies, funky guitar lines, and compelling vocal harmonies that showcased the band's musicianship. Levine's vocal performance was frequently commended for its genuineness and rhythmic prowess, contributing to tracks that felt both jazzy and bluesy in delivery. Critics compared the album's surging harmonies and guitar-driven energy to established acts like Hall & Oates, positioning Maroon 5 as a refreshing update to classic pop-rock sensibilities rooted in strong instrumental interplay rather than fleeting hype. This acclaim extended to the band's raw talent, with early industry support emphasizing the songwriting's personal authenticity over manufactured appeal, as evidenced by positive notices in outlets like Rolling Stone for standout singles that demonstrated compositional skill. The album's critical validation culminated in Maroon 5's win for Best New Artist at the 47th Annual Grammy Awards on February 13, 2005, affirming the substance of their debut as a showcase of genuine artistry rather than transient popularity. This recognition, tied explicitly to Songs About Jane, underscored fan and peer appreciation for the band's ability to convey vulnerable, narrative-driven lyrics through proficient musicianship, setting a foundation for their early reputation.

Later criticisms and evolution debates

Following the commercial peak of albums like V (2014), Maroon 5 faced increasing scrutiny for producing formulaic pop tracks that prioritized radio-friendly hooks over substantive innovation, with reviewers highlighting a perceived stagnation in songwriting creativity. For instance, Overexposed (2012) earned a Metacritic score of 54/100 based on 14 reviews, reflecting complaints of overproduction and a loss of the band's earlier edge, while V scored 55/100 from 12 reviews, criticized for repetitive structures despite occasional flair. Later releases like Red Pill Blues (2017) and Jordi (2021) continued this trend, with detractors arguing the band relied heavily on external producers and guest features to mask lyrical shallowness, resulting in output that felt engineered for streaming algorithms rather than artistic risk. Rock enthusiasts and purists have labeled this shift a "sellout," contending that Maroon 5 diluted its original funk-soul-rock identity from Songs About Jane (2002) in favor of chasing chart dominance, transforming from a band with genre-blending promise into a pop machine devoid of deeper evolution. This view posits that post-2012 albums emphasized disposable, hook-driven singles—exemplified by tracks like "Sugar" or "Girls Like You"—at the expense of the experimentalism that defined their early critical favor, leading to accusations of inauthenticity in an industry rewarding conformity. Debates over the band's evolution persist, with some defending their adaptability as a pragmatic response to a hyper-competitive music landscape where sustained relevance demands genre flexibility and commercial savvy, crediting this approach for over two decades of hits and sold-out tours. Proponents argue that dismissing such changes ignores the realities of market dynamics, where bands like Maroon 5 have thrived by evolving with trends rather than clinging to outdated rock purism, though critics counter that true artistry entails risk beyond formulaic success.

Controversies

Super Bowl LIII halftime show backlash

Prior to Super Bowl LIII on February 3, 2019, Maroon 5 faced calls to boycott the halftime show in solidarity with former NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick, who had been effectively blacklisted after kneeling during the national anthem to protest police brutality and racial injustice. An online petition garnered nearly 114,000 signatures urging the band to decline the invitation, citing the NFL's treatment of Kaepernick as a reason to avoid association with the league. A separate petition specifically called on Maroon 5, along with confirmed guests Travis Scott and Big Boi, to take a knee onstage during the performance as a gesture of support for Kaepernick. The band proceeded despite the pressure, announcing the inclusion of hip-hop artists Travis Scott and Big Boi as special guests, which some observers interpreted as an effort to appeal to critics in the rap community and mitigate perceptions of cultural disconnect. In the lead-up, the NFL canceled Maroon 5's customary pre-Super Bowl press conference amid escalating backlash from music industry figures and fans. Frontman Adam Levine addressed the controversy in interviews, stating that the band had deliberated extensively but prioritized their musical platform over political engagement, emphasizing, "We are going to do what we keep on doing, hopefully without becoming politicians and continuing to use the voice that we have." The halftime performance drew mixed reactions, with some praise for its high-energy execution and medley of hits, but significant criticism from activists who accused the participants of complicity in the NFL's alleged suppression of social justice advocacy by not incorporating protest elements. Post-show commentary highlighted the disconnect, as Levine reiterated the band's apolitical stance, noting they had anticipated backlash but viewed the event as an opportunity to perform for a broad audience rather than advance activism. The Super Bowl overall averaged 98.2 million TV viewers, the lowest in a decade but still indicative of substantial public interest, contrasting with activist narratives framing the performance as enabling institutional "oppression."

Adam Levine infidelity allegations

In September 2022, Instagram model Sumner Stroh publicly accused Adam Levine of engaging in a year-long affair with her, beginning when she was 18 years old, while Levine was married to Behati Prinsloo. Stroh shared screenshots of direct messages (DMs) purportedly from Levine's official Instagram account, in which he allegedly expressed flirtatious interest, named their potential child "Sumner" in one exchange, and promised to leave his wife for her. These DMs dated from 2018 to 2021, during which time Prinsloo was pregnant with their third child, announced earlier that month. Stroh's TikTok video went viral, amplifying the scandal and prompting additional women, including a former yoga instructor, to share similar screenshots of flirtatious DMs from Levine, such as compliments on appearance and invitations to meet. Levine responded on September 20, 2022, via Instagram Stories, denying any physical affair but admitting to "poor judgment" and "crossing the line" through flirtatious messaging during a "regrettable period" when he felt lonely. He stated, "I used poor judgment in speaking with anyone other than my wife," took "full responsibility," and emphasized working through the issue privately as a family, without confirming or denying the authenticity of the DMs. No criminal charges or lawsuits were filed against Levine, and Stroh later described the relationship as emotional rather than physical in follow-up statements. The allegations drew widespread media attention and online memes but did not result in professional repercussions for Maroon 5, such as tour cancellations or label actions, amid broader #MeToo-era scrutiny of celebrity infidelity. Levine and Prinsloo reconciled without divorce; their third child was born in January 2023, and they publicly marked their 10th wedding anniversary in July 2024. The incident highlighted personal accountability in high-profile marriages, with entertainment outlets reporting sustained family unity despite initial public humiliation for Prinsloo.

Accusations of commercialization and inauthenticity

Critics have accused Maroon 5 of prioritizing commercial viability over artistic integrity, particularly following the band's evolution from the funk-infused rock of their 2002 debut Songs About Jane to more formulaic, producer-driven pop tracks in albums like Overexposed (2012) and V (2014). This shift, characterized by reliance on electronic production and guest features from hip-hop artists, has been described as a calculated move toward radio-friendly hits at the expense of the band's original band-centric sound. Music reviewers, often from outlets favoring indie or rock authenticity, have labeled later output as "bland pop" lacking purpose, arguing it reflects a dilution of creativity for mass appeal. A notable instance cited in these debates is the band's February 27, 2020, performance at Chile's Viña del Mar Festival, where Maroon 5 arrived 30 minutes late, delivered a low-energy set with minimal audience interaction, and appeared disengaged, leading to widespread backlash for "phoning it in." Frontman Adam Levine attributed the issues to technical difficulties but later apologized, taking responsibility for the "unprofessional" display and acknowledging preoccupation with personal matters over performance quality. Chilean media and fans interpreted the event as emblematic of a band coasting on past success without commitment, amplifying perceptions of eroded authenticity. Accusations have also extended to cultural elements in Maroon 5's work, such as Levine's adoption of cornrows in 2019, which drew claims of appropriation from non-Black artists borrowing Black hairstyles without context. Some critiques target vocal stylings in tracks like those mimicking reggae accents, viewed as inauthentic genre tourism for commercial edge. Defenders, including Levine himself in related plagiarism discussions, frame such evolutions as natural market adaptations rather than exploitation, emphasizing music's history of cross-pollination over rigid ownership. These narratives of irrelevance clash with empirical commercial metrics; Maroon 5 has amassed over 98 million equivalent album units worldwide, with hits sustaining streaming dominance and tour revenues into the 2020s, underscoring that audience demand persists despite critical disdain. Recent underperformance, such as Love Is Like (2025) debuting at No. 36 on the Billboard 200 with under 20,000 units, signals potential fatigue but does not erase the band's prior sales contradicting claims of total obsolescence.

Band members

Current members

The current lineup of Maroon 5, as of October 2025, consists of lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist Adam Levine, keyboardist and rhythm guitarist Jesse Carmichael, lead guitarist James Valentine, drummer Matt Flynn, multi-instrumentalist and bassist Sam Farrar, and touring keyboardist PJ Morton. This configuration solidified creative stability following lineup adjustments in the early 2010s, including Carmichael's return in 2012 and Farrar's expanded role in production and live performance starting around the Overexposed (2012) era, which facilitated consistent output through albums like V (2014) and Red Pill Blues (2017). Levine has remained the central figure in songwriting and creative direction, authoring or co-authoring the majority of the band's material, including tracks on their 2025 release Love Is Like. Farrar's versatility on bass, guitar, and production has supported recent touring efforts, such as the band's North American dates in late 2025.

Former members

Ryan Dusick served as the band's founding drummer from its inception in 1994 as Kara's Flowers through 2006, contributing percussion to Maroon 5's debut album Songs About Jane and helping shape its initial pop-rock sound rooted in the members' high school collaborations. His departure stemmed from chronic nerve damage in his shoulder, originally from high school baseball pitching but worsened by the physical demands of touring, rendering him unable to perform reliably. The exit, while publicly framed around health issues, led Dusick to a period of personal struggle including addiction and depression, after which he transitioned to a career as a therapist and authored the 2022 memoir Harder to Breathe: A Memoir of Making Music and Keeping the Faith, detailing his recovery and reflections on the band's early dynamics. Mickey Madden, an original bassist since 1994, provided foundational low-end grooves for Maroon 5's breakthrough era, including Songs About Jane and subsequent releases, before taking an indefinite leave of absence in July 2020 following his arrest on misdemeanor domestic violence charges in Nashville, Tennessee. The band announced the hiatus without specifying permanence, emphasizing support for Madden's personal matters, though no return has occurred as of October 2025. Post-departure, Madden has maintained a low public profile, with limited details on new musical or professional pursuits emerging. Both exits occurred without public disputes among remaining members, preserving the band's operational continuity amid lineup changes.

Tours and live performances

Major headlining tours

Maroon 5's major headlining tours have featured high-production stage setups, including dynamic lighting, video screens, and choreographed performances centered on their pop-rock hits. The Overexposed Tour, supporting the band's 2012 album of the same name, concluded in 2013 as one of the year's highest-grossing outings, generating over $50 million in ticket sales across multiple international dates. The Maroon V Tour, promoting the 2015 album V, began on February 16, 2015, in Dallas, Texas, and expanded to a worldwide itinerary spanning North America, Europe, Asia, Oceania, and Africa, with performances continuing through 2018. By October 2015, it had amassed $71.1 million in gross revenue from 60 reported concerts, selling 653,984 tickets. Setlists evolved to incorporate new tracks like "Sugar" and "This Love" alongside staples such as "One More Night" and "Animals," often arranged in medleys to showcase the band's catalog. The Red Pill Blues Tour in 2018 supported the album Red Pill Blues and achieved $45.7 million in revenue from 397,928 tickets sold across reported shows, primarily in Asia, Oceania, and North America. These tours collectively contributed to Maroon 5's career box office exceeding $400 million, per Pollstar data, underscoring their draw in arena venues with fan-favorite setlists blending early hits and recent releases.

Notable residencies and special shows

Maroon 5 launched M5LV The Residency at Dolby Live at Park MGM in Las Vegas on March 24, 2023, marking the band's first extended engagement in the city. The production, developed in partnership with Live Nation and MGM Resorts International, emphasized an intimate concert format tailored for the venue's 5,200 capacity, differing from the band's prior arena tours by allowing customized setlists and closer fan proximity. Initial performances sold out rapidly, prompting extensions; additional dates filled 2023 and 2024 slots, with the residency ultimately comprising over 40 shows by its conclusion in March 2025. The 2025 leg included eight dates spanning March 7 to 22, announced in September 2024 amid continued demand, with tickets going on sale October 4. This residency model enabled sustained revenue through repeated high-attendance events at a fixed location, minimizing logistical costs associated with global touring while capitalizing on Las Vegas's tourism infrastructure. Post-pandemic, such engagements adapted to audience preferences for predictable, venue-specific experiences, incorporating elements like themed visuals and fan-voted songs to enhance interactivity. Beyond residencies, Maroon 5 delivered unique one-off performances, including a May 3, 2022, concert at the Pyramids of Giza in Egypt as part of a Middle East itinerary. Billed as the band's first show in Cairo, it featured the Great Pyramids as a backdrop, drawing thousands and hailed by the group as a "once in a lifetime" event due to the site's historical significance and logistical challenges. The performance integrated the band's pop-rock catalog with the ancient setting, underscoring their appeal for landmark spectacles outside traditional venues.

Philanthropy

Charitable initiatives and causes supported

Maroon 5 has partnered with the U.S. Fund for UNICEF on initiatives to support children's health and welfare programs worldwide. In June 2016, the band launched the #Maroon5Day campaign, an annual effort to raise funds for UNICEF's work in providing health care, immunizations, clean water, and sanitation to vulnerable children, with the band matching fan donations up to $25,000. Ahead of their Super Bowl LIII halftime performance in February 2019, Maroon 5 collaborated with the NFL and Interscope Records to donate $500,000 to Big Brothers Big Sisters of America, an organization focused on youth mentoring programs. The band has engaged in environmental sustainability efforts through a long-term partnership with REVERB, a nonprofit promoting eco-friendly practices in the music industry, dating back to 2007. This includes establishing Eco-Villages at tour venues to educate and mobilize fans on climate action; during their 2019 tour across 34 dates, these initiatives diverted 2,580 gallons of waste from landfills and installed water refill stations to reduce single-use plastics. Band members have also supported specific REVERB projects, such as efforts to combat illegal logging in Peru and Guatemala, track and protect Pacific whales, provide nutrition to food-insecure children in Los Angeles, and renovate a teen rehabilitation center with sustainable features. Maroon 5 has contributed to human rights causes via Amnesty International, including participation in the 2005 "Make Some Noise" campaign, where profits from related music sales funded global human rights advocacy, and pro-bono contributions to the 2012 "Chimes of Freedom" compilation album honoring 50 years of the organization's work against censorship and free speech violations. For disaster relief, the band has supported the American Red Cross through targeted fundraisers, such as a 2012 charity auction of memorabilia and experiences to aid Hurricane Sandy victims, and a 2023 partnership with Live Nation offering VIP packages during their Las Vegas residency, with proceeds directed to disaster response efforts until June 20 of that year.

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