The 17th Annual Tribeca Film Festival Announces Juried AwardsApril 27, 2018The 17th annual Tribeca Film Festival, presented by AT&T, announced the winners of its competition categories at the awards ceremony this evening, sponsored by Chloe Wine Collection, at BMCC Tribeca Performing Arts Center. Top honors went to Diane for the Founders Award for Best U.S. Narrative Feature, Smuggling Hendrix for Best International Narrative Feature, and Island of the Hungry Ghosts for Best Documentary Feature. The Festival awarded $145,000 in cash prizes. Tribeca runs through April 29, 2018.
The 'Kid Yodeler' Mason Ramsey Unveils New Single FAMOUSApril 27, 2018Atlantic Records and Big Loud have announced the joint signing of 11-year-old singing sensation Mason Ramsey and the release of his eagerly anticipated debut single. “Famous” is available today at all DSPs and streaming services HERE.
Sideline's New Album FRONT AND CENTER Out NowApril 27, 2018FRONT AND CENTER, SIDELINE's first outing for the Mountain Home Music label, is available for purchase now. Produced by Tim Surrett, the album gallops and gambols, spins and turns, soars and weeps - and charms throughout. This is the real deal; heart and soul Bluegrass, tightly woven from unbreakable threads of talent and commonality. The project has already landed a #1 Bluegrass Today chart single with the compelling 'Thunder Dan' and reviewers are rallying to the siren song of these North Carolina 'Grassers:
JAGMAC, Radio Disney's Next Big Thing, Release New Single RIGHT BACK (WITH YOU)April 26, 2018Following the exciting news of being named Radio Disney's 'NBT' (Next Big Thing), JAGMAC is releasing “Right Back (With You),” their new single about relationships and how, despite their ups and downs, true love always finds a way to balance itself out in the end. The song is a fun, high energy pop track with an explosive hook that will keep listeners dancing and singing. “'Right Back (With You)' is the perfect track to introduce fans to our new JAGMAC sound,” says Alyssa, the lead female vocalist in the six sibling group. The group gets its name from the first initial of its members: Jared, Angelique, Gabriel, Manjo, Alyssa, and CJ. “Over the past year, we have put a lot of time into crafting our music and we hope everyone enjoys it as much as we do!” JAGMAC's “Right Back (With You)” is available on iTunes and all major retailers and streaming services via Unitas Entertainment LLC.
VIDEO: Preview Comedy Central's Bruce Willis Roast Airing This SummerApril 26, 2018Comedy Central is ready to trade barbs with the ultimate wisecracking action hero. The #1 brand in comedy announced today that international film superstar Bruce Willis will be this year's Roastee. The Comedy Central Roast of Bruce Willis(#BruceWillisRoast) will take place in Los Angeles with the tape and airdate to be announced at a later date.
Photo Coverage: Check Out this First Look of Rami Malek As Freddy Mercury in Upcoming BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY FilmApril 26, 2018BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY is the story of how Freddie Mercury and his fellow band members Brian May, Roger Taylor and John Deacon formed Queen - one of the most iconic rock groups of all time. The film follows Queen as they produce hit after hit, topping the charts while constantly evolving their sound. Through disparate songs like Killer Queen, Bohemian Rhapsody, We Are the Champions, We Will Rock You and countless others, the band reaches unparalleled success and Freddie becomes one of the most beloved entertainers on the planet.
Charley Pride to be Honored for 25th Anniversary of Becoming a Member of the Grand Ole OpryApril 26, 2018Country Music Hall of Fame member and Recording Academy 'Lifetime Achievement Award' recipient, Charley Pride, will celebrate his 25th Anniversary as a Grand Ole Opry member with appearances on the Opry Friday, May 4 and Saturday, May 5. Pride, who made his Opry debut in 1967, is scheduled to perform extended Opry sets in celebration of his milestone anniversary on both nights.
Fat Possum Records Release Liz Brasher's Fiery Garage Soul Debut EP OUTCAST TomorrowApril 26, 2018Liz Brasher's debut EP for Fat Possum Records sees this new fiery vocalist and band leader digging into her past and present to create music that is as timeless as it is refreshing. It's a diverse sound rooted in the influence of Brasher's two homes: her adopted hometown of Memphis; and her childhood stomping grounds in rural North Carolina, where she was raised in a musical, multi-ethnic household.
NPR First Listen Shares Shakey Graves' New Album CAN'T WAKE UPApril 26, 2018Today NPR's First Listen has offered up an advance play of Shakey Graves' forthcoming full-length album Can't Wake Up, which will be released May 4 on Dualtone Records. The new record takes a progressive turn from Alejandro Rose-Garcia's, aka Shakey Graves, traditional sound.
Ballet Hispánico's CARNAVAL Gala 2018 to Honor Emilio & Gloria Estefan, Carolina Herrera, and Marcos TorresApril 26, 2018Ballet Hispánico will honor Latin music superstars Emilio & Gloria Estefan with theNuestra Inspiración Award; legendary fashion designer Carolina Herrera with theToda Una Vida Award; and businessman and community activist Marcos Torres with the Civic Inspiration Award; at its annual CARNAVAL Gala on Monday, May 7, 2018 at The Plaza Hotel's Grand Ballroom, 768 Fifth Avenue, NYC. Cocktails begin at 6:30pmand dinner and dancing commence at 7:30pm. Proceeds, which totaled over $1.1 million last year, benefit the creation of new choreographic works, much needed scholarships for young people, and immersive dance programs for communities around the world.