Goo Goo Dolls Announce Summer 2020 North American Headlining TourFebruary 4, 2020Today, multi-platinum, four-time GRAMMY-nominated rock band Goo Goo Dolls have announced a summer 2020 headlining tour, produced by Live Nation. Coming on the heels of the band's brand new 12th studio album Miracle Pill [Warner Records], the 29-date tour will kick off on July 23rd and visit illustrious outdoor venues across North America including Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Morrison, CO, Ascend Amphitheater in Nashville, TN and The Greek Theatre in Los Angeles. Lifehouse and Forest Blakk will provide support for all shows on the run and a complete list of dates can be found below.
LIVE'S AFTER OSCAR SHOW Returns for a Ninth YearFebruary 4, 2020On Feb. 10, Kelly Ripa and Ryan Seacrest will bring daytime TV's No. 1 entertainment talk show back to the Dolby Theatre® at Hollywood & Highland Center® for “Live's After Oscar® Show” in their salute to Hollywood's biggest night. The exciting annual broadcast will air live – from the very same stage as the Oscars® – in national syndication on Monday, Feb. 10, at 9:00 a.m. EST (check KellyandRyan.com or local listings for time and station). The special will include the TV debut of GRAMMY®-nominated pop superstar Kesha's new song, “Tonight,” off of her acclaimed latest album “High Road.”
Ice Cube, Atmosphere, And Sean Paul Added to California Roots Music And Arts Festival LineupFebruary 4, 2020The California Roots Music and Arts Festival has become synonymous with the North American reggae and roots music scene, but for years the event has also featured some of the biggest names in hip hop. The 2015 edition had the legendary Roots headline and Cypress Hill also perform that year. Minneapolis' Atmosphere has become a staple at the festival with 2020 being their fourth year. Cali Roots has also featured Rhymesayers labelmates Brother Ali and Dilated Peoples. 2018 included the Bay Area legend E-40, who brought his “hyphy” style to the stage and 2017 had old school revivalists Jurassic 5 getting the crowd going before the epic set from Nas blew everyone away that year.
Mo Lowda & The Humble Announce New Album READY COATFebruary 4, 2020Philadelphia rockers, Mo Lowda & The Humble have announced the release of their highly anticipated new album Ready Coat, due out March 6, 2020. Today, the band has released their second single off of the album, 'LA Loop (The Lens)' which can be listened to across streaming services here. This follows the release of the band's single 'Sleeves.'
HBO Max Acquires Critically Acclaimed Documentary ON THE RECORDFebruary 4, 2020 HBO Max has acquired U.S. rights to Impact Partners' and Jane Doe Films' widely acclaimed On The Record following the film's premiere at this year's Sundance Film Festival, marking the streamers first festival acquisition. The film received high praise from critics across the board, enjoyed three standing ovations following its premiere screening, and has been lauded by The Hollywood Reporter, Variety, and multiple outlets as one of the top films coming out of this year's festival.
Waco Brothers Announce Protest Album RESIST!February 4, 2020Just in time for primary season, Waco Brothers are releasing a collection of their songs about resistance and protest on February 28th, entitled RESIST! The Chicago-based/UK-born country punks have been politically outspoken throughout their career and this release brings together their most inspiring and rabble rousing tracks - many of them from out-of-print albums, all of them never before released on vinyl before in the U.S.
Sam Cooke Estate Signs with ALG BrandsFebruary 4, 2020ALG Brands ('ALG') has been engaged as the exclusive branding agent for the Sam Cooke estate, it was announced today by ALG CEO Ashley Austin.
Spice Girls Re-Release SPICE WORLD and GREATEST HITS on VinylFebruary 4, 2020The era defining, history making, best-selling female group of all time today announce the re-release of Spiceworld and The Greatest Hits on vinyl - the ultimate Mother's Day gifts. The vinyl will be available from Friday, March 13, 2020 via UMe/Virgin EMI.
Disney Paid $75 Million For Film Rights to HAMILTONFebruary 3, 2020It was announced today that Lin-Manuel Miranda Tony-winning Broadway musical Hamilton would be released in theaters by Disney in 2021. According to Deadline, Disney paid $75 million for worldwide rights to the musical, which may be the largest acquisition to date. Disney has a commitment for a wide global theatrical release for the 2 hour, 40 minute movie, which was shot two weeks before the original cast left.
Chris Standring to Release REAL LIFEFebruary 3, 2020Riding the momentum of being named 2019's Artist of the Year, contemporary jazz guitarist Chris Standring's first single from his forthcoming 13th solo album, “Real Life,” was the most added track in its debut week at radio. The curiously titled “Is There A Doctor In The House?,” which is illumined by a celestial gospel vocal sample and Standring's joyous electric guitar parlance and rousing keyboard blasts, is one of nine new tunes written by the artist, who produced and arranged the eleven-song set dropping March 20 on the Ultimate Vibe Recordings imprint.
Karney Announces New EP BETTERFebruary 3, 2020Anna Karney has been making great music for many years, performing across the United States and collaborating with many talented and notable artists. As a solo artist she has put out several singles and EPs, and now with her band KARNEY is set to release a new EP titled BETTER, a stunning collection of original new songs together with a remix, and a cover of 'Ramble On,' one of Karney's favorite Led Zeppelin songs.
Walt Disney Television Writing Program Names 2020 ParticipantsFebruary 3, 2020Walt Disney Television (WDT) has selected 13 writers for its 2020 Writing Program. Widely recognized as one of the entertainment industry's most successful programs of its type, the initiative offers advanced professional development before participants are hired as staff writers on WDT shows during the program year. Additionally, one of the 13 writers has been awarded Disney Channel's Eunetta T. Boone Comedy Writer's Scholarship, established by the network in honor of the late writer/producer for diverse and aspiring comedy writers.
Built To Spill Announces a New AlbumFebruary 3, 2020Today, Built To Spill are excited to announce Built To Spill Plays The Songs of Daniel Johnston, out May 1, 2020 via Ernest Jenning Record Co. The album is comprised of 11 tracks of Daniel Johnston's fractured pop, presented through the eyes of Built To Spill.