Cheyenne Jackson Will Play Hades in Disney's DESCENDANTS 3May 21, 2018Cheyenne Jackson ('American Horror Story') has been cast in Disney's 'Descendants 3,' in the role of Hades, the nefarious underworld ruler from the 1997 Disney animated musical comedy film 'Hercules.' Jackson, who began his career as a theatrical actor including starring roles in Broadway productions 'All Shook Up' and 'Xanadu' among others, starred in multiple seasons of 'American Horror Story' and has had roles in over 40 television series and films. The trequel is set to begin production shortly for a scheduled debut in 2019.
The Jesse Peterson Quartet Will Release New Album MAN OF THE EARTH June 13May 21, 2018In its debut album, Man of the Earth, the Jesse Peterson Quartet springs into jazz, pounces on it. Drums, bass, sax, and piano arrive fully conscious from the first minute, ready to tussle and muse through these eight evocative compositions by Jesse Peterson. The performances are energetic and smart, and the recordings capture a group of musicians caught up in the euphoria of invention, precision, and play. Peterson's unique brand of midwestern-grown melodic indie jazz does not tread with a light, sophisticate's step. Despite their subtlety and wit, these songs feel sturdy, hearty, corn-fed. This jazz leaves tracks in the mud.
PERRY COMO CLASSICS: TILL THE END OF TIME Will Premiere on PBS June 2May 21, 2018For over 50 years, Perry Como ranked as one of America's most successful and beloved entertainers. A big band singer in the late 1930s, a radio star in the 1940s and then a TV headliner in the 1950s and beyond, Perry was a warm and welcome presence in tens of millions of households for six decades, charting over 100 hit songs along the way.
VODUN Return with SPIRITS PAST + New Album ASCEND Due September 7 via New Heavy SoundsMay 21, 2018Take a look outside your window: shit's getting serious. We're living through a particularly bleak paradigm, with ominous political shifts occurring around the globe. It's time for a rallying war-cry, to tap into the power of our ancestors, to learn the wisdoms taught by history and its recurring patterns. It's time to acknowledge the power of women, to burn with the fire of a banshee wail, to taste the energy of revolution and feel the inspiration of generations of resistance.
FilmRise To Release Eight New Titles on DVD June 12May 21, 2018This June, FilmRise answers all your summer entertainment questions with an eclectic mix of new releases from around the world. Leading the way are four exceptional documentaries starting with I Called Him Morgan which The New York Times calls 'One of the best movies of the year' and The Los Angeles Times describes as 'Artistic, Obsessive and Intoxicating.' On a snowy night in February 1972, the 33 year old jazz trumpet star Lee Morgan was shot dead by his common-law wife, Helen, during a gig at a club in New York City. Swedish filmmaker Kasper Collin takes an unconventional look at this shocking murder that sent shock waves through the jazz community.
Hop Along European Tour with The Decemberists + Love City Brewing 'Hop Along IPA' Beer, North American TourMay 21, 2018Hop Along will bring their dynamic, powerhouse live shows to stages across Europe on tour with The Decemberists this fall. Just back from the first leg of their headlining tour, which included a sold-out hometown show in Philadelphia where they also performed at the 17th Annual NON-COMMvention, the band hits the road again later this month with stops in Brooklyn (taping a WFUV session on May 29), Los Angeles, Chicago & Pitchfork's OctFest. Full list of tour dates below and here.
Lena Waithe to Receive Trailblazer Award at the 2018 MTV Movie & TV AwardsMay 21, 2018Lena Waithe, who made history as the first woman of color to win an Emmy Award for “Outstanding Writing in a Comedy Series” for her work on “Master of None,” will be honored with the “Trailblazer” Award at the 2018 “MTV Movie & TV Awards.” The award recognizes game-changing creators with fresh and fearless voices in entertainment. Hosted by Tiffany Haddish, the 2018 “MTV Movie & TV Awards” will air on Monday, June 18th at 9:00 p.m. ET/PT from the Barker Hangar in Los Angeles.
HBO's New Drama Series SUCCESSION to Debut Sunday, June 3May 21, 2018The Roy family – Logan Roy and his four children – controls one of the biggest media and entertainment conglomerates in the world. The HBO drama series SUCCESSION, which kicks off its ten-episode season SUNDAY, JUNE 3(10:00-11:00 p.m. ET/PT), tracks their lives as they contemplate what the future will hold for them once their aging father begins to step back from the company.
Lot18 & AMC Launch New Female-Inspired THE WALKING DEAD Wine CollectionMay 21, 2018 Winemaker Lot18 has once again teamed up with AMC to produce a limited-edition collection of wine based on the badass women featured on the mega popular 'The Walking Dead' series, which is coming up on its ninth season. These bottles make great gifts for fans of the worldwide hit show, as well as anyone who enjoys a quality bottle of wine. Each bottle will include a specially designed label, making it the perfect beverage anytime.
VIDEO: Check Out the Trailer for CITY OF LIES Starring Johnny Depp & Forest WhitakerMay 21, 2018Based on the true story of one of the most notorious and unsolved cases in recent time, CITY OF LIES is a provocative thriller revealing a never-before-seen look at the infamous murder of The Notorious B.I.G. shortly following the death of Tupac. L.A.P.D. detective Russell Poole (Johnny Depp) has spent years trying to solve his biggest case, but after two decades, the investigation remains open. 'Jack' Jackson (Forest Whitaker), a reporter desperate to save his reputation and career, is determined to find out why. In search of the truth, the two team up and unravel a growing web of institutional corruption and lies. Relentless in their hunt, these two determined men threaten to uncover the conspiracy and crack the foundation of the L.A.P.D. and an entire city.
Comedy Central to Release THE DAILY SHOW WITH TREVOR NOAH PRESENTS: THE DONALD J. TRUMP PRESIDENTIAL TWITTER LIBRARYMay 21, 2018The Daily Show with Trevor Noah's acclaimed, interactive library, “The Daily Show Presents: The Donald J. Trump Presidential Twitter Library,” will soon be immortalized in print! Written by the writers of The Daily Show with Trevor Noah with daily inspiration from the Commander-in-Tweet and an introduction written by Trevor Noah, Spiegel & Grau, a division of Penguin Random House, will release The Daily Show with Trevor Noah Presents: The Donald J. Trump Presidential Twitter Library on Tuesday, July 31.
Liz Brasher Announces West Coast Tour with The Zombies + Debut EP OUTCAST Out NowMay 21, 2018Liz Brasher has just finished up a wildly successful stint on the West Coast in the midst of her 44-date cross country run and is excited to announce she will be heading back in the fall for a tour with the venerable, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame nominees, The Zombies in September. More information on that tour can be found here.