RATINGS: NBC Tops Night of Finales in Demos on TuesdayMay 22, 2019NBC (6.335 million viewers, #2; adults 18-49: 0.9, #1) took home the adults 18-49 crown on Tuesday with the season finales to 'The Village' (4.245 million viewers, #5; adults 18-49: 0.6, #T7) and 'The Voice' (7.379 million viewers, #2; adults 18-49: 1.1, #2).
Sundance Institute Announces Michael Monroe as Chief Marketing OfficerMay 22, 2019Sundance Institute, the nonprofit organization dedicated to the discovery and development of independent artists and audiences, today announced the appointment of Michael Monroe as Chief Marketing Officer. Reporting to Institute CEO Keri Putnam, Monroe will be responsible for leading all aspects of brand, marketing, and communications strategy for the Institute, including the annual Sundance Film Festival. He begins on May 28, 2019 and will be based in the Institute's Los Angeles offices.
Kenneth Branagh, Michael Caine Join Cast of Christopher Nolan's TENETMay 22, 2019Warner Bros has announced that Christoper Nolan's next film, titled Tenet, has begun shooting, according to Deadline. The film, which is Nolan's first since 2017's Dunkirk, has also added Michael Caine, Dunkirk's Kenneth Branagh, Dimple Kapadia, Aaron Taylor-Johnson and Clémence Poésy.
Science Channel to Premiere the TRUTH BEHIND THE MOON LANDINGMay 22, 2019Almost immediately after the successful and triumphant Apollo 11 moon landing nearly fifty years ago, there were skeptics who refused to accept that humankind could accomplish such an enormous undertaking. Astonishingly, some of those same doubts persist today, despite the enormous scientific progress that has been made since then. A new Science Channel series, TRUTH BEHIND THE MOON LANDING, will dissect the most popular conspiracy claims surrounding the iconic moon landing with the help of former NASA Astronaut Leland Melvin, Iraq War veteran and former FBI agent Chad Jenkins and best-selling author, Mike Bara. The six-episode series premieres Sunday, June 2 at 10 p.m. ET/PT on Science Channel.

The Trevor Project's Trevorlive to Honor Kelly Ripa and Mark ConsuelosMay 22, 2019Today, The Trevor Project announced that talk show host, actress and producer Kelly Ripa and actor and producer Mark Consuelos will jointly be honored at the organization's TrevorLIVE New York gala with the Champions Award for their continued allyship and commitment to supporting The Trevor Project's mission to end suicide among LGBTQ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, and Questioning) young people. The organization will also honor EY with the 20/20 Visionary Award for the company's work supporting LGBTQ inclusion around the world and creating a sense of belonging for all EY professionals. In addition, actress, comedian and writer Nicole Byer and actor, director and digital producer Eugene Lee Yang will co-host TrevorLIVE New York, the organization's annual star-studded signature fundraiser, on Monday, June 17 at Cipriani Wall Street in New York City. As previously announced, actress, musician, and style icon Cara Delevingne will be honored with the 2019 Hero Award.
Chris Shiflett Announces Headline West Coast DatesMay 22, 2019Chris Shiflett confirms headline dates in California with stops at Costa Mesa's Wayfarer, Pioneertown's Pappy & Harriets, Bakerfield's Temblor Brewing and Los Angeles' Moroccan Lounge. Tickets go on sale this Thursday, May 23, at 10am local time.
VIDEO: Listen to Naomi Scott Sing the New Song 'Speechless' in Disney's ALADDINMay 22, 2019Benj Pasek and Justin Paul (Dear Evan Hansen, The Greatest Showman) collaborated with Aladdin composer Alan Menken for a new song in the live-action remake of the hit 1992 Disney film. 'Speechless' is by Naomi Scott, who plays Princess Jasmine in Aladdin and is the only new song in the live-action film.
Follakzoid Announces Four-Part Album 'I'May 22, 2019Today Santiago, Chile's Föllakzoid have announced details of their fourth LP. Entitled 'I', it is set for release on August 1st via Sacred Bones. Today they share a glimpse of the new material with an album trailer.
Luray to Release New Album Produced by S. Carey This JulyMay 22, 20196131 Records is excited to announce the July 26th release of Dig, the new album from Richmond, VA by way of Wisconsin musician Luray, aka Shannon Carey. Dig was produced by her brother S. Carey and recorded with engineer Brian Joseph, whose own credits include Sufjan Stevens' Carrie & Lowell and Local Natives Sunlit Youth among others. Today, Luray shares the new singles “Professional Photos” and “Dig”. Both songs touch upon the album's genesis, born of the intense emotions that come with the end of a marriage. “I think there's a bit of truth in a photo and a bit of a lie,” Carey shares of “Professional Photos”. “I wrote this song about the image of happiness versus the real thing, and how it's sometimes myself I'm trying to convince.”
Instrumental Guitar Project 'SYMPHINITY' to be Released This SummerMay 22, 2019Take one-part classical composition, one-part guitar virtuosity and one-part cinematic drama and you may begin to get the concept behind SYMPHINITY. Due out this summer (exact date TBA), the SYMPHINITY album is the brainchild of Benny Goodman, who enlisted his twin brother and life-long songwriting collaborator Brian Goodman to help compose and create a sound that neither had never heard. Together the two compiled SYMPHINITY, a true collaboration between the Goodman brothers and a staggering list of talented players (*see artist quotes below). The project will launch with the first track, 'Singularity.'
Wreck and Reference Announce New AlbumMay 22, 2019Today Wreck and Reference share 'A Mirror', the first single off Absolute Still Life, the bands fourth LP for The Flenser. It's the duo's first proper album since 2016's critically acclaimed Indifferent Rivers Romance End, and their biggest sonic evolution yet in a career whose only constant has been the groups ability to defy all classification.
The Stray Cats to Release First New Album In 26 YearsMay 22, 2019The STRAY CATS will release 40--their first new album in 26 years--this Friday, May 24 on the heels of three singles they've recently issued from the album: 'Cat Fight (Over A Dog Like Me),' 'Rock It Off' and 'Cry Danger,' the latter of which was premiered this past Friday at Guitar World.
The Murder Capital Announces Debut Album, 'When I Have Fears'May 22, 2019Today, The Murder Capital announce their much-anticipated debut album, When I Have Fears, for an August 16th release on Human Season Records. The album will be available on gatefold colour LP, black LP, as part of a limited bundle (gatefold colour LP, t-shirt, pin & journal), CD and as a digital download and can be pre-ordered here.
Martin Brandlmayr Announces New Album 'Vive Les Fantomes'May 22, 2019Radian percussionist and composer Martin Brandlmayr has announced the release of his new album Vive Les Fantômes, out on June 14th. The radio play was created for German station SWR and awarded The Karl Sczuka Prize for Works of Radio Art, an honor previously given to the likes of John Cage, Luc Ferriari, Hanna Hartman, and Pierre Henry.
THE VOICE Crowns the Season 16 ChampionMay 22, 2019Maelyn Jarmon, a 26-year-old artist originally from Frisco, Texas, and currently living in New York, was crowned champion of "The Voice" tonight. Jarmon stood out all season for both her stunning vocals and ability to master her sound as an artist deaf in one ear. The pop alternative singer earned Coach John Legend his first "Voice" win on the four-time Emmy Award-winning musical competition series.
Review Roundup: What Did Critics Think of Disney's ALADDIN Live-Action Remake?May 22, 2019Disney's newest live-action remake is Aladdin, and ahead of its release this Friday, May 24, critics are sharing their thoughts on the adaptation of Disney's 1992 classic. The film is the exciting tale of the charming street rat Aladdin, the courageous and self-determined Princess Jasmine and the Genie who may be the key to their future. Directed by Guy Ritchie, 'Aladdin' is written by John August and Ritchie based on Disney's 'Aladdin.'
Lady Gaga to Perform at the Apollo for SiriusXM and PandoraMay 22, 2019SiriusXM announced today that 9-time Grammy Award winner and Academy Award winner Lady Gaga will perform at Harlem's world famous Apollo Theater for a special invitation-only concert for SiriusXM subscribers and Pandora listeners on Monday, June 24. The special performance will celebrate SiriusXM and Pandora coming together as one company. Howard Stern made the announcement today during the live broadcast of The Howard Stern Show on SiriusXM.