TULIP Announces European Tour with TarjaOctober 17, 2019Female-fronted Symphonic groove metal band, TULIP, have announced a European tour with Finnish heavy metal singer-songwriter TARJA. The tour begins on April 9th in Haarlem, Netherlands. In recent months, through relentless efforts and determination, Tulip's debut music videos have gained momentum throughout the world, with 10's of thousands of views, resulting in the signing to a worldwide booking agency, and their successful debut tour supporting Swedish melodic-metal outfit Evergrey this past summer. Stay tuned for news on their full-length release coming early 2020.
VIDEO: Watch the Trailer for DOLLFACE Starring Kat Dennings, Brenda Song, & Shay MitchellOctober 17, 2019Hulu has released the trailer for its new series, Dollface. Kat Dennings stars as a young woman who, after being dumped by her longtime boyfriend, must deal with her own imagination when she literally and metaphorically re-enters the world of women, in order to rekindle the female friendships she left behind. The series also stars Brenda Song, Shay Mitchell, and Esther Povitsky.
Hallmark Channel Announces WRITE BEFORE CHRISTMAS, Starring Torrey DeVitto, Chad Michael Murray, and More!October 17, 2019Torrey DeVitto ('Chicago Med,' 'Pretty Little Lies') Chad Michael Murray ('Riverdale,' 'One Tree Hill'), Lolita Davidovich ('Paris, Wine and Romance,' 'How to Get Away with Murder'), Drew Seeley ('A Christmas for the Books,' Union Bound) and Grant Show ('Dynasty,' 'Devious Maids') star in 'Write Before Christmas,' a new original premiering Sunday, November 17 (8 p.m. ET/PT), on Hallmark Channel as part of the network's beloved, number one-rated programming event, 'Countdown to Christmas,' which celebrates its 10th anniversary this year. Hallmark Channel is historically the #1 television network in all of Q4.
Sam Moore To Perform With Garth Brooks On 'Grammy Salute To Music Legends'October 17, 2019Sam Moore and Dave Prater – the groundbreaking duo, Sam & Dave, who brought their gospel roots to Soul music, were one of the primary chart stars at the Stax and Atlantic labels in the '60s. Bringing the passion of call and response to their wailing soul side, the duo were honored by The Recording Academy as one of the recipients of the Special Merit Awards, The Lifetime Achievement Award in May in Los Angeles.
HBO Max Bolsters Premium Original Drama TeamOctober 17, 2019HBO Max strengthens its drama team with a talented group of seasoned players. The senior executives tapped to lead original scripted drama for HBO Max were announced today by Joey Chavez, Executive Vice President, Original Drama, HBO Max. Joining the drama team are Roberto Alcantara, Vice President, Drama; Chika Chukudebelu, Vice President, Drama; and Mark Tuohy, Vice President, Drama. All executives report to Chavez who oversees creative development. With an accomplished collective of skills in scripted, the group will create a rich slate of original dramas for WarnerMedia's direct-to-consumer offering scheduled to launch in spring of 2020.
RATINGS: CHICAGO Crossover Puts NBC on Top on WednesdayOctober 17, 2019NBC (8.508 million viewers, #1; adults 18-49: 1.4, #T1) was the top draw on Wednesday thanks to its crossover editions of 'Chicago Fire' (8.065 million viewers, #3; adults 18-49: 1.3, #5), 'Chicago Med' (8.832 million viewers, #1; adults 18-49: 1.4, #T2) and 'Chicago PD' (8.628 million viewers, #2; adults 18-49: 1.4, #T2).
Kristin Chenoweth to Star in A CHRISTMAS LOVE STORY on Hallmark ChannelOctober 17, 2019Kristin Chenoweth ('Glee') and Scott Wolf ('The Night Shift') star as strangers brought together at Christmas time by fate and a secret connection neither of them knew they shared, in 'A Christmas Love Story,' a Hallmark Hall of Fame presentation premiering Saturday, December 7 (8 p.m. ET/PT), on Hallmark Channel as part of the network's beloved, number one-rated programming event, 'Countdown to Christmas,' which celebrates its 10th anniversary this year. Hallmark Channel is historically the #1 television network in all of Q4.

Showtime Documentary Films Announces New Docu-Series SUPERVILLAIN Profiling Tekashi 6ix9ineOctober 17, 2019SHOWTIME Documentary Films today announced a new limited docu-series profiling notorious hip-hop artist Tekashi 6ix9ine, called SuperVillain. Inspired by the Rolling Stone feature “Tekashi 6ix9ine: The Rise and Fall of a Hip Hop Supervillain” by investigative journalist Stephen Witt, the three-part series will trace how a New York City deli clerk named Daniel Hernandez exploded into Tekashi 6ix9ine, the tattooed face of Gen Z and hip hop's prince of trolls, boasting 2.6 billion streams and 15 hits on the Billboard charts. Tekashi is currently in prison on federal racketeering and weapons charges and is awaiting release as early as the end of this year. Brian Grazer of Imagine Entertainment will executive produce. The series will be produced by Imagine Documentaries, Rolling Stone and Lightbox. The announcement was made by Vinnie Malhotra, Executive Vice President, Nonfiction Programming, Showtime Networks Inc.
AVENGERS: ENDGAME, Pharrell to be Honored at the HOLLYWOOD FILM AWARDSOctober 17, 2019The Hollywood Film Awards announced today that the critically acclaimed worldwide phenomenon, “Avengers: Endgame,” the all-time highest-grossing film in history, will receive the “Hollywood Blockbuster Award,” presented to Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige and Executive Vice President of Production Victoria Alonso at the 23rd Annual “Hollywood Film Awards.” Additionally, award-winning musical artist and producer Pharrell Williams will be honored at the ceremony with the “Hollywood Song Award” for his song “Letter To My Godfather,” from the Clarence Avant documentary “The Black Godfather.” Actor and comedian Rob Riggle will host the “Hollywood Film Awards,” which will take place on Sunday, November 3, 2019, at The Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills, CA.
VIDEO: Netflix Releases Trailer for Season Three of ATYPICALOctober 17, 2019Netflix has released the trailer for season three of Atypical, a coming of age story that follows Sam (played by Keir Gilchrist), a 19-year-old on the autism spectrum as he searches for love and independence. While Sam is on his funny and emotional journey of self-discovery, the rest of his family must grapple with change in their own lives as they all struggle with the ongoing central theme of the series: what does it really mean to be normal?
Woodsist Announces New Signing Hurt ValleyOctober 17, 2019Woodsist is pleased to announce its new signing Hurt Valley, the enigmatic folk-pop project of California songwriter Brian Collins; the label will release Hurt Valley's debut album Glacial Pace on December 6. Collins' life has taken him from playing in punk bands as a teenager in the DC area to his current role as the head of the science department at a Hollywood high school. He wrote the sun-drenched songs of Glacial Pace after a trip to Death Valley - coming across a clearing full of burnt out, vandalized vehicle carcasses inspired him to write about desolation and the things we leave behind.
CMA Visits Albuquerque With Lauren Alaina, Erin Enderlin, Sierra Hull and Luke LairdOctober 17, 2019The Country Music Association visited Albuquerque Tuesday, Oct. 15 with songwriters Lauren Alaina, Erin Enderlin, Sierra Hull and Luke Laird. While in Albuquerque, the group met with students and teachers from Albuquerque High School as part of U.S. Bank's Community Possible giving and engagement platform and its Places to Play partnership with the CMA Foundation, followed by a CMA Songwriters Series Presented by U.S. Bank performance at KiMo Theatre.
Submissions for the Make-Up and Hair Stylists Guild Awards Close October 23October 17, 2019Online submissions for consideration for the Make-Up Artists and Hair Stylists Guild Awards (MUAHS, IATSE Local 706) honoring outstanding achievements for make-up artists and hair stylists in motion pictures, television, commercials, and live theater will close next week on Wednesday, October 23, 2019 at 5 PM (PT). Submissions and voting are available online at www.local706.org. This year's awards gala returns to the NOVO in L.A. Live on Saturday, January 11, 2020.
VIDEO: Watch the Trailer for PETER RABBIT 2: THE RUNAWAYOctober 17, 2019In PETER RABBIT 2: THE RUNAWAY, the lovable rogue is back. Bea, Thomas, and the rabbits have created a makeshift family, but despite his best efforts, Peter can't seem to shake his mischievous reputation. Adventuring out of the garden, Peter finds himself in a world where his mischief is appreciated, but when his family risks everything to come looking for him, Peter must figure out what kind of bunny he wants to be.
GRAMMY Museum Announces Heather Moore As 2019 Jane Ortner Education Award RecipientOctober 17, 2019The GRAMMY Museum® is pleased to announce Heather Moore of Arcadia High School in Arcadia, California, as the recipient of the 2019 Jane Ortner Education Award. The award honors K-12 academic teachers who use music in the classroom as a powerful educational tool. Moore will receive an honorarium and will be recognized later this year at a special GRAMMY Museum event in Los Angeles. Arcadia High School will also receive a grant.
Beck to Release New Album HYPERSPACE on November 22October 17, 2019Electric life will be in all our brains November 22, when Capitol Records releases Hyperspace: new colors, next phase and the brand new 14th album from seven-time GRAMMY-winning cultural chameleon BECK.
DJEFF Releases New EP on Diplo's Higher Ground ImprintOctober 17, 2019Diplo's rapidly growing Higher Ground imprint continues with its latest release from Lisbon-born Angola house pioneer DJEFF, who brings the heat on Time & Freedom EP with two deep club cuts — “Time & Freedom” and “Jagun Jagun” — sealed off with a proper remix of the title track from East Coast house legend Harry Romero.
Dune Rats Set to Headline Rough Trade on November 12October 17, 2019Brisbane, Australia trio Dune Rats is set to headline select shows across the US this Fall, kicking off in Los Angeles at the Satellite on November 5th before hitting San Francisco, Vancouver, Portland, Brooklyn, and Chicago before wrapping up in Toronto the following week. Tickets for the shows are on sale now and can be picked up at www.dunerats.tv.