VIDEO: Watch Jess Glynne's New Music Video for 'All I Am'August 17, 2018Grammy award winning Jess Glynne – singer, star and voice of the street - shares a brand-new song and accompanying music video for 'All I Am' off her upcoming sophomore album 'Always In Between' due for release on October 12th via Atlantic Records.
Ed Helms' The Bluegrass Situation Announces Podcasts and Releases Details for 3rd Annual Shout & Shine ShowcaseAugust 17, 2018An exciting 2018 is underway for The Bluegrass Situation, the multifaceted and ever-evolving media company, co-founded by actor and banjo player Ed Helms, that has been redefining roots culture since 2012. Today, the movement better known as BGS is pleased to announce the addition of three new podcasts to their in-demand podcast network through which listeners tune in from around the globe to hear fresh discourse on all things roots. Plus, BGS reveals details on their third annual Shout & Shine Showcase to be held Monday, Sept. 24 at the North Carolina Museum of History. Continue reading to hear everything that BGS has been up to and what's still to come in 2018, including exciting tribute concerts, presenting shows at Red Rocks Amphitheater, curating festival stage lineups on two continents, launching BGS-UK, and so much more.
Social Star Competition Returns for the 2018 BMI R&B Hip Hop AwardsAugust 17, 2018BMI (Broadcast Music, Inc.) is pleased to announce the return of its annual Social Star competition as part of the 2018 BMI R&B/Hip-Hop Awards. Beginning Friday, August 17th, Atlanta-based rappers Gunna and Derez De'Shon will compete to see who has the most engaged social media audience, culminating with the presentation of the Social Star Award during the ceremony. As previously announced, multiplatinum superstar Janet Jackson will be named a BMI Icon at the private event held Thursday, August 30th, at The Woodruff Arts Center's Symphony Hall in Atlanta.
The Knocks Announce New Album NEW YORK NARCOTICAugust 17, 2018New York City's acclaimed downtown electronic duo The Knocks have been on a roll all summer and now the boys are upping the ante by delivering the pre-order today for their much-anticipated sophomore full-length New York Narcotic arriving on September 28th via Neon Gold/Big Beat Records.
CASTING ROUND UP: Marina Sirtis, Chris Carmack, Donald Paul, Dylan Walsh are Back on the ScreensAugust 17, 2018New York-based actor Donald Paul has just signed on and is set to join the new 10 episode Netflix series called, RAISING DION, which is written by Carol Barbee and based on the popular comic book written by Dennis Liu. Donald, known for his role on the various TV shows including: Quantico, Elementary, POWER, GROWN, Love Is ___, and SEAL Team, joins the already signed Raising Dion cast of Michael B. Jordan, Jason Ritter, Jazmyn Simon and Alisha Wainwright. Talking to Broadway World exclusively, Donald says, “I'm excited to head over to Atlanta and begin shooting my scenes later this summer and work with such an incredible cast and crew!”
Disney Channel's New Family Comedy COOP & CAMI ASK THE WORLD Premieres This OctoberAugust 17, 2018Multi-talented young actors Dakota Lotus and Ruby Rose Turner lead the ensemble cast of 'Coop & Cami Ask the World,' Disney Channel's new live-action comedy. The series follows the antics of middle-school siblings Coop and Cami Wrather, who co-host a popular online show while balancing life, family and friendship, premiering FRIDAY, OCTOBER 12, on Disney Channel (8:30-9:00 p.m. EDT), in the DisneyNOW app and on Disney Channel VOD (12:01 a.m. local). The second episode will be available immediately following the series' premiere (9:00 p.m. EDT) in the DisneyNOW app and Disney Channel YouTube.
Dance Gavin Dance's Tilian Pearson Releases New Single 'Cocky'August 17, 2018Dance Gavin Dance frontman, Tilian Pearson, is excited to share his new single, “Cocky,” out today via Rise Records. The track is an upbeat, infectious alt-pop anthem, bound to be a staple on summer playlists. The accompanying music video is also out today, which features Tilian and his love interest on a picturesque road trip throughout San Bernardino and Crestline, California.
Foo Fighters' Cal Jam 18 Announces Pop-Up Event at Hollywood PalladiumAugust 17, 2018Foo Fighters' Cal Jam 18 is right around the corner, and to celebrate the impending all day rock fest, they've announced a very special pop-up taking place Sunday, August 26th at the Hollywood Palladium from 3pm-7pm. The event will be all ages and free! Get your tailgate on early and enjoy exclusive merch deals, photo opps with the throne and white limo, plus food and drinks and even more good times.
RuPaul's Drag Race Star Alaska Releases Album Under Duo 'Alaska and Jeremy'August 17, 2018World Famous drag star Alaska Thunderf*ck's new musical group Alaska and Jeremy have officially released their debut album Amethyst Journey today via PEG Records, the LGBT-focused label of Producer Entertainment Group (PEG). Alaska and Jeremy is the collaboration with her long-time musical partner Jeremy (Mikush).
VIDEO: Watch the Trailer for HAL, the Documentary on the Oscar®-Winning Director Hal Ashby Directed by Amy ScottAugust 17, 2018Although Hal Ashby directed a remarkable string of acclaimed, widely admired classics throughout the 1970s—HAROLD AND MAUDE, THE LAST DETAIL, SHAMPOO, COMING HOME, BEING THERE—he is often overlooked amid the crowd of luminaries from his generation. Amy Scott's exuberant portrait explores that curious oversight, using rare archival materials, interviews, personal letters, and audio recordings to reveal a passionate, obsessive artist.