NAV Announces Headline London ShowJune 24, 2019Following the release of his debut Billboard #1 Top 200 AlbumBad Habits, Punjabi-Canadian rapper, and producer NAV announces a headlining show at O2 Forum Kentish Town, London with support from fellow XO Records duo, 88Glam on 20 August 2019 ahead of his debut performance at Reading and Leeds Festival. 88Glam has clocked in over 200 million streams globally and recently produced the breakout track “Price On My Head” featuring The Weeknd on Bad Habits. The first time Nav ever stepped foot on a stage was as a surprise guest at the O2 Forum with label mate The Weeknd back in 2017, the same year Rolling Stone placed his Coachella debut among the year's best performances with praise from the likes of Pitchfork, Hypebeast, Complex and The Fader. Tickets go on general sale on Wednesday 26 June at 9am BST at https:www.livenation.co.uk.
The Newseum Opens THE DAILY SHOW WITH JON STEWART ExhibitJune 21, 2019Today, the Newseum unveiled its newest exhibit, 'Seriously Funny: From the Desk of 'The Daily Show with Jon Stewart.'' This furiously funny exhibit explores the impact Comedy Central's 'The Daily Show with Jon Stewart' had on American politics and the press through four presidential campaigns, two wars and the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001. More than 50 artifacts will be on display, highlighting the power of political satire — a form of free speech protected under the First Amendment — and comedy's influence on the news. The exhibit also features an original Newseum-produced film that goes behind the scenes at 'The Daily Show with Trevor Noah.'
Lucas Bidran Joins Alternative Rock Band Urban EscapeJune 21, 2019When Lucas Bidran took up the drums as a boy, he knew he was on to something. Today, Bidran has joined the alternative rock band Urban Escape and is reshaping its sound with his unique beat and energetic style showcased in the band's new single “Angel.”
Jet Jurgensmeyer's Debut Album is Out NowJune 21, 2019The musician, actor, and all-around teen idol Jet Jurgensmeyer has released his highly anticipated self-titled debut album today, listen to it HERE. The album features two songs (“Real World” and “Just Another Moment Away”) written by pop star Sabrina Carpenter as well as Jurgensmeyer's latest single “This Is Your Moment.” It was recorded at the Legends Studio in Nashville, TN and produced by Butch Baker.
Max Styler Releases 'Supernatural' EPJune 21, 2019Max Styler's crafty production chops shine through on his Supernatural EP. Featuring singles “Animal,” “Sweet” and “Gimme That Funk,” the EP takes listeners on a house music infused journey from the pool to the nightclub. Along the way, Styler enlists the help of collaborators The Griswolds, Bok Nero, Elanese, Alex Hosking and Moon Man.
Wild Yaks Releases New Album 'Great Admirer'June 21, 2019Today, Brooklyn's beloved Wild Yaks are releasing their newest offering, the swaggering, sun-soaked Great Admirer (Ernest Jenning Record Co.). The lead-up to the release saw the release of the titular lead single via Glide Magazine, who called it 'a catchy and dire track that combines almost surreal musical elements with flashed of brass pop,' followed by the debut of 'Feast of Flesh' on MXDWN.
BAM Presents INTIMATE EPICS This JulyJune 21, 2019From Friday, July 19 through Tuesday, July 23, BAM presentsIntimate Epics, a five-day, six-film series of intimately-focused works by master filmmakers—including Spike Lee, Edward Yang, Chantal Akerman—all with run times of over three hours.
BAFTA Launches Breakthrough Talent Initiative in ChinaJune 21, 2019The British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA), in partnership with Yu Holdings, has launched a new initiative that will celebrate and support China's future stars of film, games and television and bring them to international attention.
The Bloody Beetroots Release 'Heavy' EPJune 21, 2019The Bloody Beetroots has released highly anticipated HEAVY EP, his first major project under his moniker in almost two years. As the follow-up to his 2017 album The Great Electronic Swindle, Sir Bob Cornelius Rifo unplugs the rock amps and heads back to the dance floor as he revisits his classic electro style. The five-track EP includes collaborations with next-generation artists like Ephwurd and Dr. Fresch, in addition to three raucous solo tracks.
The Prince Estate Releases New Music Video For 'Manic Monday' Only on Apple MusicJune 21, 2019The Prince Estate, in partnership with Warner Records, released a brand new music video for Prince's original demo recording of the classic 'Manic Monday' featuring never before seen, archival footage from his storied vault that provides a rare window into Prince's creative process during a wildly productive era of his career.
ILOVEMAKONNEN Releases New EP 'M3'June 21, 2019GRAMMY®-nominated multi-platinum singer, rapper, and musical maverick ILOVEMAKONNEN has released his new EP M3 on Warner Records.
Chris Philip To Lead Starlings Entertainment's New TV DivisionJune 21, 2019Karine Martin, CEO of Starlings Entertainment and Jeffrey W. Stentz, President of Starlings Entertainment, announced today their expansion into television, with the launch of Starlings Television, led by studio executive and producer Chris Philip. The announcement of this new development comes on the heels of their successful investment in Paramount's Elton John biopic, ROCKETMAN.
E! Renews TOTAL BELLAS for a Fifth SeasonJune 21, 2019The hit series 'Total Bellas,' following the lives of WWE(R) Superstars Nikki Bella(R) and Brie Bella(R), has been greenlit for a fifth season on E! Season four of 'Total Bellas' featured Nikki exploring life as a newly single woman, Nikki and Brie expanding their brands, Brie and husband WWE Superstar Daniel Bryan(R) juggling work and parenthood, and the Superstar twins' return to the ring leading up to WWE's first-ever all women's pay-per-view event, Evolution(R). The fifth season of 'Total Bellas,' will consist of 10, hour-long episodes premiering in early 2020.
Lil Nas X to Headline The Reveal ExperienceJune 21, 2019Short-form video storytelling app, Firework, and leading music event promotion company, Spekdrum, announced today the launch of The Reveal Experience - a first-of-its-kind, micro-festival that will gather icons from the worlds of entrepreneurship, music, technology, beauty, and activism under one roof for a jam-packed day of concerts, conversations and activations. The festival will take place on July 19 at SVN West, an all new mega-concert venue historically known as The Fillmore West.
Kalen Allen to Host LOVELOUD FestivalJune 21, 2019Famed internet and television sensation Kalen Allen has been announced as the host for the third annual LOVELOUD Festival Powered By AT&T today. Known for his massively popular online videos that have accumulated over 230 million views globally and earned him a regular guest spot on The Ellen DeGeneres Show, Kalen has enamored audiences around the world with his one-of-a-kind personality. Having been a featured speaker at last year's festival, LOVELOUD & AT&T are thrilled to have him return this summer to emcee the full day of festivities. On the day of the event, Kalen will also host the official LOVELOUD Festival livestream on @ATT, which reached over 7.2 million fans from around the world last year.
VIDEO: Discovery Releases Trailer of Lupita Nyong'o in SERENGETIJune 21, 2019Discovery Channel travels to the vast, nearly untouched plains of Tanzania in SERENGETI, a new innovative six-part series highlighting the majestic animals and their day-to-day lives living together. Created and produced by Emmy®-winner Simon Fuller (“American Idol,” “So You Think You Can Dance”) and directed and produced by Emmy®-winning wildlife filmmaker John Downer (“Penguin: Spy in The Huddle”), the six-part series gives unrivaled access to one of the most pristine and unspoiled corners of the Africa. Featuring a lush original score and narrated by Academy Award®-winning actress Lupita Nyong'o, the groundbreaking series follows the heartwarming stories of a cast of African wildlife including lions, zebras, baboons and cheetahs over the course of a year, showcasing the dramatic moments that make each day of survival on the Serengeti a feat.
Continuance Pictures Announces Top 25 'Continue' Film FinalistsJune 21, 2019Continuance Pictures has selected the Top 25 script submissions for the first Continue Short Film Initiative, which aims to establish a platform for Australian talent and provide opportunities for emerging filmmakers everywhere. Unexpectedly, the Continue initiative proved popular internationally, with filmmakers from all corners of the globe submitting their film and television scripts. A third of submissions came from female screenwriters, and of the top 25 finalists, over a third were written by women.