Lady Antebellum Announces the OUR KIND OF VEGAS ResidencyOctober 24, 2018Current CMA 'Vocal Group of the Year' nominee Lady Antebellum has announced their first-ever Las Vegas residency,OUR KIND OF VEGAS, launching Feb. 8, 2019 at the Palms Casino Resort's Pearl Concert Theater. As the first Country act to headline the venue, the seven-timeGRAMMYaward-winning trio will combine their chart-topping songs with unparalleled production and multidimensional staging. Known for taking their headlining run worldwide, Lady A will bring Nashville to Sin City with stripped-down performances each night that will often feature the songwriters behind the group's fan-favorite hits. Live Nation is the official promoter for the one-of-a-kind residency with tickets becoming available to fan club members Monday, Oct. 29 before the public on sale Friday, Nov. 2 at 10 a.m. PT throughwww.ticketmaster.com/LadyA. Tickets start at $34.95, plus applicable fees.
Stand-N-Vote Event to Feature Dave Matthews and Mark RuffaloOctober 24, 2018Following the October 9 US Supreme Court decision to uphold North Dakota's new voter ID law, Native American organizations have organized a free concert to help get out the vote. The event will feature Dave Matthews, Mark Ruffalo and Native American performers such as Auntie Beachress, Lakota Thunder and the Dancers of the Northern Plains, Scotti Clifford & Spirits Cry, and Prolific the Rapper. The law, upheld by the Supreme Court just weeks before the election, requires that all IDs used at the polls include a street address - thereby disenfranchising the many Native American voters who only have a P.O. Box on their tribal identification cards.
CMT Announces Winter Programming SlateOctober 24, 2018Fresh off its highest-rated year since 2014, CMT today announced premiere dates and first-look teasers for several new and returning originals as part of a new Thursday night winter programming lineup. “Racing Wives,” an hour-long unscripted series that offers a glimpse inside the opulent world of the wives of top race car drivers including Kurt and Kyle Busch, will premiere Thursday, January 3 at 9 pm ET/PT, along with season two of the hit docuseries “Music City,” from creator of the “The Hills”, at 10 pm ET/PT. The highly-anticipated return of “Wife Swap” will premiere on Thursday, February 28 at 9 pm ET/PT.
Albert Hammond Jr Announces Additional 2018 Tour DatesOctober 24, 2018Albert Hammond Jr has had a busy year since the release of his newest album, Francis Trouble, this past March. He's toured the world, including festival stealing performances at Roskilde, Splendour in the Grass, and Fuji Rock and sold out shows in Los Angeles, New York, London, Paris, and beyond. Additionally Hammond and his band made late night appearances performing on both Conan and The Late Late Show With James Corden. On top of that, his current single 'Far Away Truths' is having incredible success at radio, entering the top 25 on the Alternative Album charts and climbing.
Netflix Renews ATYPICAL for Third SeasonOctober 24, 2018Netflix has renewed Atypical, the critically acclaimed original series created, written and executive produced by Robia Rashid (How I Met Your Mother, Will & Grace) for a third season.
VIDEO: Lucas Hedges Discusses His 'Big Break' on THE TONIGHT SHOWOctober 24, 2018Last night, Lucas Hedges sat down to talk with Jimmy Fallon on 'The Tonight Show.' During the interview, Hedges discusses his 'big break' in his dad's film Dan in Real Life, getting acting notes from his Mid90s child co-star, and calls attention to pain experienced by LGBTQ youth with his film Boy Erased.
Tony Bennett, Fred Armisen, and More All-Star Musicians Team Up with Swing Left for New AlbumOctober 24, 2018In an election year marked by an outpouring of grassroots energy, artists are also working hard to make electoral change in the midterms. So far, 15 artists spanning a variety of genres have recorded songs for a free digital album, Songs for Swing Left. This is not a standard PSA or call to vote: downloading any of the tracks on this album will connect listeners to other Swing Left volunteers in their area as well as match them with high-impact things they can do (like canvassing and calling voters in nearby Swing Districts) to help flip the House blue in the upcoming midterm elections. There will be more tracks released as the election nears.
HBO to Premiere Stand-Up Special PETE HOLMES: DIRTY CLEANOctober 24, 2018Before his hit comedy series “Crashing” kicks off its third season next year, an HBO favorite headlines his second stand-up special on the network when PETE HOLMES: DIRTY CLEAN debuts SATURDAY, DEC. 15 (10:00-11:00 p.m. ET/PT).
Florida Georgia Line, Bebe Rexha, Kacey Musgraves, and More to Perform at the CMA AWARDSOctober 24, 2018Dierks Bentley with Brothers Osborne, Florida Georgia Line with Bebe Rexha, Kacey Musgraves, Pistol Annies, and Thomas Rhett have been added to the lineup of performers for “The 52nd Annual CMA Awards,” hosted for the 11th consecutive year by Brad Paisley and Carrie Underwood. Country Music's Biggest Night will air live from Bridgestone Arena in Nashville Wednesday, Nov. 14 at 8:00 PM/ET / 7:00 PM/CT on the ABC Television Network.
The Trevor Project to Honor Ryan Murphy, POSE CastOctober 24, 2018The Trevor Project will honor Emmy®, Golden Globe® and Peabody® Award-winning screenwriter, producer and director Ryan Murphy and the cast of the FX series POSE at The Trevor Project's TrevorLIVE Los Angeles gala for their commitment to supporting the nonprofit's mission to provide crisis intervention services and end suicide among gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, queer and questioning young people. TrevorLIVE Los Angeles will be held on Sunday, Dec. 2 at The Beverly Hilton.
DIY Network to Premiere Season Two of BARGAIN MANSIONSOctober 24, 2018Kansas City's crumbling manors get massive makeovers from home renovator Tamara Day in the new season of DIY Network's Bargain Mansions. Premiering Wednesday, Nov. 28, at 9 p.m. ET/PT, the 14-episode season follows Tamara, a busy mother of four, as she snags unbelievable deals on large downtrodden properties and puts her passion for restoration to work. Throughout the season, Tamara preserves the historic charm and unique architectural features of each dwelling, such as antique light fixtures, clawfoot tubs and vintage doors with original hardware. She later incorporates modern layouts and luxurious amenities to attract top dollar from the right buyer.
The Smithsonian Channel Presents All New Episodes of THE LOST TAPESOctober 24, 2018Smithsonian Channel's hit series THE LOST TAPES returns this fall with all new episodes, transporting viewers back in time to relive iconic moments in American history. From the chaos of the 2002 sniper shootings in Washington, D.C. and catastrophic super tornado outbreak of 1974 to the harrowing and heroic Apollo 13 mission, THE LOST TAPES retells these unforgettable stories solely through contemporary footage, audio recordings and news reports. The effect is like channel-surfing through history – live, as it happens. As viewers experience the story break, rare and never-before-broadcast materials, seen exclusively in the series, add new depth and dimension to the screaming headlines, capturing the mood and instant reactions of Americans who found themselves, suddenly, a part of history. Beginning with the previously announced TET OFFENSIVE episode on Sunday, November 18, THE LOST TAPES continues airing new installments on Sundays at 9 p.m. ET/PT on Smithsonian Channel.
Ryan Seacrest Foundation Moves HQ to NashvilleOctober 24, 2018The Ryan Seacrest Foundation (RSF), a non-profit dedicated to inspiring youth through entertainment and education-focused initiatives, announced today the appointment of a prestigious group of entertainment industry advisors to help support the Foundation's mission, including: Scott Borchetta, President, CEO & Founder, Big Machine Label Group, Nicki Farag, Executive Vice President, Promotion, Def Jam Records, John Ivey, President, CHR Programming Strategy at iHeartMedia, Allison Kaye, President, SB Projects, Debra O'Connell, President & General Manager at WABC-TV, and Gary Spangler, Executive Vice President, Promotion, Republic Records. The Foundation also shared the news that its headquarters has relocated permanently from Los Angeles to Nashville, TN.
Liam McHugh, Alex Mendez, and Cari Champion Join NBC's THE TITAN GAMESOctober 24, 2018Three seasoned sports analysts join “The Titan Games,” the highly anticipated athletic competition series hosted and executive produced by Dwayne Johnson, along with fellow EP's Arthur Smith and Dany Garcia. Veteran NBC Sports host Liam McHugh and well-known esports announcer Alex “Goldenboy” Mendez will serve as commentators, while sports broadcaster Cari Champion takes on the role of field reporter.