Reservoir Signs J.I.D To A Worldwide Publishing DealSeptember 27, 2018Reservoir announces the signing of rapper and songwriter Destin Route, p/k/a J.I.D to a worldwide publishing deal. The deal includes global rights to J.I.D's entire catalog, including his J. Cole-executive-produced debut studio album, The Never Story, and his forthcoming LP, DiCaprio 2, led by single “151 Rum,” released last week.
'Bushwick Beats' Opens the 11th Annual Bushwick Film FestivalSeptember 27, 2018The Bushwick Film Festival (BFF) has announced details for their official 2018 Opening Night, sponsored by Spectrum. The festivities will kick off on Wednesday, October 10th at House of Yes in Brooklyn with a Red Carpet Reception and screening of 'Bushwick Beats'-a film created by six diverse directors each exploring the theme of unconditional love through varying storylines set under the evolving urban landscape of Bushwick. 'Bushwick Beats' features actors Britt Baron (Glow, Grey's Anatomy), Henny Russell (Orange is the New Black), Britne Oldford (American Horror Story), Marlene Ginader (Maniac), Mugga (Billions), Nadia Dajani (Curb Your Enthusiasm), Hazelle Goodman (Heat, Hannibal), Keenan Jolliff (Monsters and Men, The Get Down, ), Max Baker (Hail, Caesar!, Revolutionary Road).The films directors, along with some cast and crew will join for a Q&A after the screening. Following the screening, BFF's official liquor sponsor, Brugal 1888, will present an after party at Lot 45, where guests will have the chance to enjoy Brugal 1888 and Partida Tequila signature cocktails, a VIP tasting lounge and music from MixMag Allstars featuring DJ Day-Cart. For more information on Bushwick Film Festival, please visit: www.bushwickfilmfestival.com.
Courtney Barnett Starts US Tour Next WeekSeptember 27, 2018Courtney Barnett is be returning to the US in a few days to start an exciting run of Fall tour dates. She'll be playing some of her biggest venues yet including a special show at The Greek Theatre on October 5th where she will be joined by Stephen Malkmus and the Jicks and Waxahatchee.
KWAYE Announces New EP, 'Love & Affliction'September 27, 2018Zimbabwe-born British artist KWAYE has announced his new EP, Love & Affliction, set for release on October 17th via Mind of a Genius / Warner Bros. Records. The EP features recent single “What Have You Done” plus five all new songs. KWAYE is also thrilled to announce his debut headline show at London's OMEARA on Tuesday, October 30th. Tickets are on-sale starting at 9am BST this Friday, September 28th.
Fathom Events Presents POKEMON THE MOVIE: THE POWER OF USSeptember 27, 2018This fall, Fathom Events and The Pokémon Company International invite Pokémon fans to experience the highly anticipated “Pokémon the Movie: The Power of Us” on the big screen, with U.S. screenings on November 24, 26, 28 and December 1, plus additional events in select territories.
Key West Film Festival to Take Place on November 14-18thSeptember 27, 2018Cinema aficionados can discover top independent films, explore LGBTQ themes, learn about virtual reality techniques and roller-skate at the southernmost hockey rink in the continental United States during the annual Key West Film Festival, scheduled Wednesday through Sunday, Nov. 14-18.
THE LATE SHOW WITH STEPHEN COLBERT Finishes TV Calendar Year with Weekly Ratings WinSeptember 27, 2018For the week ending Sept. 21 (Week #52 of the TV calendar year), THE LATE SHOW with STEPHEN COLBERT beat “The Tonight Show” in viewers by +39% (3.49m vs. 2.51m) in live plus 3-day viewing. THE LATE SHOW also posted a 0.5 in adults 18-49 to tie “The Tonight Show.” Note: Due to the 2018 Emmys, LATE SHOW's Monday rebroadcast aired with an amended title and was not included in the weekly average.
VIDEO: Watch a Preview of Julie Swetnick Meeting with John Heilemann on THE CIRCUSSeptember 27, 2018On the eve of a highly anticipated hearing regarding charges of sexual misconduct swirling around Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh, new accuser Julie Swetnick gave her first and only TV interview since leveling shocking allegations against Kavanaugh to John Heilemann, co-host of THE CIRCUS on SHOWTIME. Swetnick is the first Kavanaugh accuser to speak on camera.
WYNWOOD FEAR FACTORY Returns To Miami Halloween Weekend with Galantis, RL Grime and MoreSeptember 27, 2018The largest music and Halloween-themed experience in the Southeast region returns to Miami for its third turn in 2018. Presented by Diskolab, WYNWOOD FEAR FACTORY is set for Friday, October 26 and Saturday, October 27. The two-day event takes place at Miami's premier event venue, Mana Wynwood Warehouse. At its new indoor location, the experience is suited to host the best production for the A-list lineup, including, Galantis, RL Grime, Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike, Duke Dumont, Deorro, Fisher, Getter, Keys N Krates (Live), Tritonal, Brohug, Blackgummy, Alexander Lewis and more. Check out the full confirmed lineup below.
Lou Sanders Adds Extra Dates of SHAME PIG at the Soho TheatreSeptember 27, 2018In response to tickets completely selling out before she had begun her run, Lou Sanders adds multiple extra shows at Soho Theatre with her best and most confessional solo hour yet, Shame Pig. Building on the success of a sell-out, critically acclaimed run at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, Lou is set to perform at Soho Theatre from 25th - 29th September, with an extra late-night show on Saturday 29th September and an additional shows from 25th – 28th February 2019. Tickets can be found at Sohotheatre.com.
2018 Indie Memphis Film Festival Announces Full SlateSeptember 26, 2018Indie Memphis Film Festival is pleased to announce the full slate of films for its 2018 incarnation, spanning from November 1st - 5th, 2018. This year's festival promises to be a very exciting and wildly varied one, featuring five World Premiere screenings and one U.S. Premiere screening, as well as Special Presentations such as CABIN BOY with Chris Elliott in attendance and Barbara Loden's feminist masterpiece WANDA presented by Amy Seimetz (Showtime's “The Girlfriend Experience”), as well as a retrospective of the recent films of filmmaker Hong Sangsoo.
More Giraffes Release New Single 'Not Cool'September 26, 2018LA-based duo More Giraffes have shared their new single “Not Cool.” This new track follows the band's first two singles “Basement” and “Dinosaur” which have received critical praise and are also featured on their forthcoming EP, slated for release later this year.
Ben Hazlewood to Donate Proceeds from Limited Edition Merchandise to GLAADSeptember 26, 2018Melbourne-based alt-pop artist Ben Hazlewood releases his exclusive merch line today in support of his single “Save Your Sorries.” The limited edition pieces will be available until the end of October, and all proceeds will be donated to GLAAD to further support their work in the LGBTQ+ community and shine a ray of hope on the tragedy that inspired Ben to write “Save Your Sorries.”
We Banjo 3 to Perform at Smothers Theatre at PepperdineSeptember 26, 2018We Banjo 3, an award-winning band from Galway, will perform at Smothers Theatre at The Lisa Smith Wengler Center for the Arts at Pepperdine University, 24255 Pacific Coast Hwy, Malibu, on Friday, October 19th at 8:00 p.m. This event is open to patrons of all ages. Tickets are $15-$35. For more information call 310-506-4522 or visit arts.pepperdine.edu.
ON THE BASIS OF SEX World Premiere to Open AFI FESTSeptember 26, 2018The 32nd edition of AFI FEST presented by Audi will open with the World Premiere of Participant Media's ON THE BASIS OF SEX, in association with Alibaba Pictures and distributed by Focus Features. Directed by AFI Conservatory alumna Mimi Leder (AFI Class of 1973), the inspiring drama tells the story of young lawyer Ruth Bader Ginsburg before she became a U.S. Supreme Court Justice.