Havana Film Festival New York Has Been PostponedMarch 20, 2020Due to the COVID-19 global pandemic, The American Friends of the Ludwig Foundation of Cuba has made the difficult decision to postpone its 2020 Havana Film Festival New York, originally scheduled for April 28 to May 5, 2020. This decision was not made easily but it is necessary in order to protect the health and wellbeing of our community.
Half Hearted Releases Debut Self-Titled AlbumMarch 20, 2020East-coast rockers Half Hearted are very excited to have released their debut self-titled album today. It is now available across streaming services including Spotify, Apple Music, and more. The album is the home of singles 'Vicious Cycle,' 'One Drink,' and 'Liar.'
The Killers Reveal Video For Single 'Caution'March 20, 2020THE KILLERS today release the video for their massive new single, 'Caution', taken from the upcoming new album, Imploding The Mirage, which is set for release on May 29th via Island Records. The video is the first glimpse of a longer film the band has made with its director, Sing Lee, coming soon on Apple Music. Pre-save Imploding The Mirage here.
Royal Opera House and Marquee TV Launch Joint Streaming InitiativeMarch 20, 2020From today arts lovers can sign up for a no obligation 30-day free trial on Marquee TV, the international multi-genre performing arts streaming service. In collaboration with the Royal Opera House and the Royal Shakespeare Company, Marquee TV will bring you the very best of the performing arts on demand.
Jewel to Hold a Livestream Concert to Raise Funds for FamiliesMarch 20, 2020Recently, Grammy Award-nominated singer-songwriter Jewel had to cancel her non-profit's fundraiser, which funds 80% of her foundation's budget to help at risk youth with housing, food, clothing, necessities, and mentoring, as well as physical, emotional, mental, and health tools.
RATINGS: Growth Sparks ABC to Victory in Demos on ThursdayMarch 20, 2020ABC (6.277 million viewers, #1; adults 18-49: 1.2, #1) was sparked to another victory on Thursday with its trio of 'Station 19' (7.528 million viewers, #1; adults 18-49: 1.3, #2), 'Grey's Anatomy' (7.103 million viewers, #2; adults 18-49: 1.5, #1) and 'A Million Little Things' (4.200 million viewers, #9; adults 18-49: 0.7, #T7).
The Electric Mess Share Dystopian Punk Single 'City Sun'March 20, 2020Garage-punk band The Electric Mess share a new single 'City Sun' today! Self-described as a dystopian proto-punk ripper, its timing is darkly appropriate, although unintended, with NYC, and the world, coming to a grinding halt over the COVID-19 virus. Ghost Cult Magazine premiered the track, hailing it as an 'uplifting, triumph of weirdos cutting through the gray of these times.' 'City Sun' comes ahead of The Electric Mess' fifth album The Electric Mess V, due out April 17th.
Showtime To Offer 30-Day Free Trial To New CustomersMarch 20, 2020Today, SHOWTIME announced that it will offer a 30-day free trial to new customers available now. Viewers who sign up before May 3 can access the network's original series, documentaries, specials and movies online via the SHOWTIME streaming service by going to SHOWTIME.com or the SHOWTIME app, available on all supported devices. Subscribers can catch up on the network's No. 1 drama HOMELAND, which will continue to air new episodes of its final season through its series finale on April 26. Many of the network's streaming partners and traditional TV providers will also offer a 30-day free trial to SHOWTIME.
Freeform Announces the 'Freeform's FunDay Princess Weekend'March 20, 2020Stay inside this weekend and let your favorite heroines transport you to new worlds with “Freeform's FunDay Princess Weekend,” a two-day programming event featuring beloved princess classics, starting SATURDAY, MARCH 21, and continuing through SUNDAY, MARCH 22. Watch and tweet along with us using the hashtag #FunDay.
Film Movement Launches a Virtual Cinema for First-Run ReleasesMarch 20, 2020In an effort to support cinema aficionados and movie theaters during these difficult and unprecedented times, beginning Friday, March 20, New York-based distributor Film Movement, in collaboration Art House Convergence, will offer consumers a virtual theatrical experience with current first-run releases and newly-restored classics. Through their signature streaming platform, FILM MOVEMENT PLUS, movie exhibitors will have the opportunity to open their virtual doors and invite their patrons to rent new theatrical release they'd otherwise be enjoying in their local art house theaters.
VIDEO: James Monroe Iglehart Performs Disney Medley From His Home on GMAMarch 20, 2020James Monroe Iglehart, who is best known for his role as Genie in a?oeAladdin,a?? was a guest on Good Morning America on Tuesday, March 20 to perform a classic Disney medley from his home. The talented star lifts spirits of those stuck at home during the coronavirus pandemic.
BMI Postpones Pop and Film, TV & Visual Media AwardsMarch 20, 2020 BMI is postponing both its Pop Awards and Film, TV & Visual Media Awards, which were scheduled to take place in May in Los Angeles. We will continue to monitor the developing impact of COVID-19 and reschedule both events when we can safely celebrate the achievements of BMI's songwriters, composers and publishers and their incredible music. We hope our BMI family, their loved ones and the community-at-large stay safe and well.