VIDEO: Hugh Jackman Talks His Theatrical Roots, THE GREATEST SHOWMAN and More on Sunday TODAYNovember 26, 2018Oscar-nominated actor Hugh Jackman is a man of many talents, proving his range with roles as a the ripped Marvel superhero Wolverine in "X-Men" and ringleader P.T. Barnum in "The Greatest Showman." His latest role as Gary Hart takes him to the political circus in the new movie, "The Front Runner." In this week's Sunday Sitdown, Jackman talks to Willie Geist about his theatrical roots, his loving marriage with Deborra-lee Furness, and the inspiration for his cafe in New York City, Laughing Man Coffee.
Il Divo Announces New North American Dates for the 'Timeless' TourNovember 26, 2018Following an incredible sold-out run across Europe, Asia, Africa, Australia and Mexico this summer and a current fall tour in the U.S. and Canada, Il Divo announced they will return to North America in 2019 for an all new leg of their Timeless Tour. Produced by Live Nation, the second leg of the tour will make stops in 19 new cities, kicking off March 4 in Regina, SK and visiting Las Vegas, Chicago, Boston and more before wrapping April 6 in New York, NY. See full itinerary below.
CMT Goes Behind the Scenes with DOLLY & FRIENDS: MAKING OF A SOUNDTRACKNovember 26, 2018On the eve of Dolly Parton's latest album release, CMT is giving fans a rare glimpse into Parton's world as she records her new album in "Dolly & Friends: Making of a Soundtrack," a one-hour special premiering on CMT on Thursday, November 29 at 9 pm ET/PT. The special "Dolly & Friends: Making of a Soundtrack" featuresParton in the recording studio with famed producer Linda Perry and recording with artists Alison Krauss, Elle King, Macy Gray, Miranda Lambert, Mavis Staples and Rhonda Vincent.
AMC Announces the Second Half of THE WALKING DEAD and RIDE WITH NORMAN REEDUSNovember 26, 2018AMC's “The Walking Dead” will return for the second half of season nine on Sunday, February 10 at 9:00 p.m. ET/ PT as announced by Chris Hardwick on last night's “Talking Dead.” Hardwick also revealed that the season three premiere of “Ride with Norman Reedus” will air at midnight that same evening.
Independent Lens to Premiere MAN ON FIRENovember 26, 2018 On June 23, 2014, a 79-year-old white Methodist minister named Charles Moore drove to an empty parking lot in his old hometown of Grand Saline, Texas, and set himself on fire. He left a note on his car's windshield explaining that this act was his final protest against the virulent racism of the community and his country at large. Joel Fendelman's Man on Fire goes back to Grand Saline – population 3,266 – to try to uncover the truth about the town's ugly past and the fervor for God and justice that drove Moore to his shocking final act. Man on Fire premieres on Independent Lens on Monday, December 17, 2018, 10-11:00 PM ET (check local listings) on PBS.
NBCUniversal to Launch JUDGE JERRY in 2019November 26, 2018 NBCUniversal Television Distribution will launch “Judge Jerry,” a daily, first-run half-hour court program debuting in national syndication in fall 2019. Tracie Wilson, Executive Vice President, Creative Affairs, NBCUniversal TV Distribution made the announcement.
The Chainsmokers, Foster the People, Dua Lipa to Perform on the West Coast Celebration of NEW YEAR'S ROCKIN' EVENovember 26, 2018Dick clark productions and ABC today announced hosts and musical performances for America's biggest live New Year's television broadcast, "Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest 2019." Emmy®-winning producer and television/radio personality Ryan Seacrest will return to host from Times Square for his 13th year, with live onsite reporting by actress and comedian Jenny McCarthy. Multiplatinum music superstar Ciara will return to ring in the new year from the West Coast as the host of the Hollywood Party, joined by performances from Kelsea Ballerini, The Chainsmokers, Foster the People, Dua Lipa, Ella Mai and Charlie Puth. The festivities will also feature a performance by Macklemore with Skylar Grey presented by Planet Fitness, and a special collaboration from The Chainsmokers featuring Kelsea Ballerini. Also announced today, award-winning actress Lucy Hale will return to host the third annual Central Time Zone celebration from New Orleans, providing viewers with exclusive performances and interviews leading up to the midnight countdown and stunning fleur-de-lis drop near Jackson Square at the dawn of the New Year.
West One Music Group Expands Team and Launches Custom Music DivisionNovember 26, 2018West One Music Group, a global music agency that provides music for leading brands and media companies, is expanding its senior management team in the U.S. and opening a new custom music division based in Los Angeles, announced today by Edwin Cox, Global CEO of West One Music Group. As a major production music market, the U.S. is a central focus of West One Music Group's growth strategy. Putting more management boots on the ground and investing in a U.S.-based production center positions the company to better support and respond to its clients' needs.
Linkin Park's Mike Shinoda Announces U.K. & European TourNovember 26, 2018Mike Shinoda of Linkin Park announces his European tour dates for March 2019, following a widely acclaimed North American headline run on the Monster Energy Outbreak Tour. Tickets for the upcoming European tour go on sale starting Friday, November 30that 9AM UK / 10AM CET at mikeshinoda.com, with special pre-sale for Linkin Park Underground (LPU) starting Tuesday, November 27th at 9AM UK / 10AM CET. The full itinerary can be found below.
Jawbreaker Announce First UK Show in 25 YearsNovember 26, 2018Jawbreaker, the seminal American punk rock band, have announced details of their first UK show in 25 years, taking place at O2 Academy Brixton, London on Saturday 27th April 2019.
The Manoa Valley Theatre Announces the Cast of ALLEGIANCENovember 23, 2018Manoa Valley Theatre is thrilled to announce a star-studded cast for Allegiance, the headliner of its 50th Anniversary season, presented at the Hawaii Theatre March 28th - April 7th, 2019. Allegiance, a musical drama by Marc Acito, Jay Kuo, and Lorenzo Thione, is about the Japanese American internment during WWII and one family's extraordinarily divisive experience, was inspired by the true-life experience of its original star, George Takei. It tells the story of one family's extraordinary experience suffering the wrongful imprisonment of Japanese Americans during World War II, creating familial turmoil in a troubling time of a nation at war.
DJ Nu-Mark and Method Man Unite for 'Zodiac Killah'November 23, 2018Two iconic names in Hip-Hop have joined forces for “Zodiac Killah,” the new single from Jurassic 5's DJ Nu-Mark and Wu-Tang Clan's Method Man. Clocking in at a brief but fiery two minutes, “Zodiac Killah” rips through the astrological signs fueled by Nu-Mark's quicksilver cuts and masterful production and Method Man's distinctive, effortless flow.
Delta Heavy and Everyone You Know Release New Single, 'Anarchy'November 23, 2018Never ones to play it safe, Delta Heavy are back with new single Anarchy, a collaboration with London-based brothers and RCA signees Everyone You Know. A rabble-rousing statement of intent, the record combines Delta Heavy's trademark stadium drum and bass energy with Everyone You Know's signature blend of punk, hip hop and 90s rave, which caught Delta Heavy's attention after receiving early support from the likes of Jack Saunders (BBC Radio One), Steve Lamacq (BBC 6Music), BBC Introducing and Spotify. The combination is an irresistible formula that is as much a dance floor slayer as a lyrical call to arms from a disaffected generation. Anarchy demands the listener sits up and takes notice, with lyrics resonating with clear-eyed, disillusioned young people everywhere, delivered with angst fuelled aggression. Including a refreshed artwork aesthetic hinting of a larger project that lurks imminently around the corner, the single follows a new chapter from Delta Heavy's debut LP Paradise Lost.
Redlight and ETS Release Video for 'Missing'November 23, 2018Fresh from the release of his brand new 10-track album 'ACTIVE', UK producer Redlight has unveiled the official video for his fresh single, 'Missing'. Shot in the changing room at, Wavey Garms, the video sees Redlight and emerging rapper/grime artist ETS fooling around whilst rocking a series of slick looks in the mirror, including Redlight's own clothing brand, Jeff James which launches very soon.
Kodak Black Announces New Album, 'Dying to Live'November 23, 2018Atlantic recording artist Kodak Black has announced the release of his highly anticipated new album. DYING TO LIVE arrives everywhere on Friday, December 14th. Today's DYING TO LIVE album announcement is joined also by the release of the companion video for Kodak's single “ZEZE” featuring Travis Scott and Offset.