Couch Slut Announce New Full-Length Album 'You Could Do It Tonight'
by Michael Major - Feb 20, 2024
NYC misfits Couch Slut have played a veritable strain of drug-fueled, incendiary, hardcore noise rock since 2013. Led by Megan Osztrosits' infernal roar and subversive, vitriolic lyrics, the quintet returns with their fourth full-length opus You Could Do It Tonight. The record feels like both a summation and an expansion of the Couch Slut
Student Blog: It's Okay to Transfer Schools
by Student Blogger: Grace Schofield - Feb 19, 2024
And don’t you dare settle for anything less than what you want and deserve. Because once you find that perfect fit for you, it is amazing. Transferring was so so scary, but that fear is nothing compared to the joy I have now.
Jacob Kulick to Release New Album 'Nostalgia Is A Thing Of The Past'
by Michael Major - Feb 16, 2024
Having been born with sensorineural hearing loss in both ears, these songs find Jacob exploring the human condition through mesmerizing hooks and forthright lyrics. In conjunction, Jacob premieres the album's lead single “Motel 6” alongside a David Patino-directed video.
Thomas Headon Debuts New Single 'Middle of the Night'
by Michael Major - Feb 16, 2024
From playing his first-ever UK show at 150-cap venue The Grace in 2020, to selling out 2300-cap O2 Forum Kentish Town, topping the EP charts, completing a co-headline US tour with Alfie Templeman and supporting both Sir Elton John and Sigrid, Thomas Headon has proven himself an undeniable indie-pop force to be reckoned with.
Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Announce 'Live At KEXP' RSD Exclusive Vinyl Release
by Michael Major - Feb 15, 2024
Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs announce the release of their exclusive vinyl 'Live at KEXP' for Record Store Day. Recorded during the band's 2023 US tour supporting their acclaimed new album Land Of Sleeper, Live at KEXP provides a front row seat to Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs' unhinged and undeniable performance style.
Mishaal Tamer Returns to Share New EP 'THE HEART'
by Michael Major - Feb 14, 2024
Across its five tracks, not a single moment feels wasted, be it the first single ‘PAINFUL PARADISE' or the soft-pop flex of the excellent ‘SAD BABY'. ‘MAMA DON'T GO' is a powerfully emotive moment led stunningly by an acoustic guitar intro, punctuated by a stadium ready crescendo as the verses are introduced and the chorus builds.
Interview: Playwright Nandita Shenoy and ESSPY at NJ Rep
by Marina Kennedy - Feb 14, 2024
New Jersey Repertory Company (NJRep) will kick off its 27th season with the world premiere of Nandita Shenoy’s ESSPY, directed by Peter J. Kuo. The world premiere play will begin shows on February 22 and run through March 17.
Freya Beer Releases New Track 'Write Her Off (WHO)'
by Michael Major - Feb 12, 2024
“Write Her Off (WHO)” finds Freya Beer continuing her stellar trajectory from the heart of darkness. Recorded in London with Paul Burnley at The Social and Jack O'Hea at FOLD Studios. The track also sees Freya working with long-time collaborators Dave Fidler and Ray Mitchell who undertook mixing duties at The Fuse in Manchester.
Industry Pro Newsletter: AEA Members Authorize Strike, Boston Theaters Fight for Survival
by Alex Freeman - Feb 12, 2024
AEA members voted to authorize a strike against the Broadway League of the development agreement - while this doesn’t mean the union will call a strike, it does give them another bargaining chip in their ongoing negotiations with the League. Regionally, we have a lot of stories of announced retirements and new leaders stepping into roles.
New Details of Chad Kimball Lawsuit Revealed; Shubert Bartender Lawsuit Expands
by Cara Joy David - Feb 12, 2024
Every once and a while I like to do litigation updates because one of my pet peeves is how the media sometimes reports when a case is filed and then drop it. One such case is Chad Kimball’s lawsuit related to his departure from Come From Away. Another is the one bartenders at Shubert Organization theaters brought against the theater chain and others.
Interview: Universal Studios Japan and MSC Cruise Ship's Passionate Latin Singer, Nadia Rosenchtejer
by Ayaka Ozaki - Feb 11, 2024
Nadia Rosenchtejer: A professional vocalist and performer from Argentina. With a captivating presence, her voice has graced prominent stages. Her career with the first cruise ship was in 2018 as a Lead Production Vocalist on MSC. Her powerful voice has also been showcased on Silversea Cruises and at Universal Studios Japan. Nadia has graduated from the Buenos Aires Theater School and participating in courses at the Working Actor Studio (NYC), Broadway Dance Center, and the Collective Creative Initiative (UK).
AG Club And ICECOLDBISHOP Reunite On 'How To Cry' From 'See You Next Year 2'
by Michael Major - Feb 9, 2024
This collaboration showcases a calmer, more melodic side of See You Next Year 2, following the success of the uptempo lead single 'Big Bank' by Paris Texas, Kenny Mason, and Billy Lemos. The album, set to include contributions from artists like King Isis, Monte Booker, Chase Plato, and more.
Interview: Playwright Catya McMullen on the World Premiere of ARROWHEAD produced by IAMA Theatre Company
by Shari Barrett - Feb 9, 2024
Catya McMullen (pictured), a native New Yorker, now finds herself at home in Los Angeles. While working in film and television, her life-long love of theater inspired her to write plays. The world premiere of Arrowhead is her first being presented here, produced by IAMA at Atwater Village Theatre, directed by Jenna Worsham. I decided to speak with Catya about her journey to writing the play, why she set it in Arrowhead, its themes, and how it speaks to different generations of women about love and sexual identity.
Silversun Pickups Confirm Additional 2024 Tour Dates
by Michael Major - Feb 8, 2024
Current dates on leg 1 are nearly sold out. Silversun Pickups Soundcheck Package tickets will be available and includes one general admission ticket, early entry into the venue with access to an intimate preshow soundcheck (featuring songs that will not be played during their regular set), a Q&A with the band, autographed set list and more.