MidAmerica Productions & MidAm International Announce The 14TH Annual Festival of the AegeanJuly 17, 2018The Festival of the Aegean, founded in 2005 by Greek-American Conductor/Producer/Artistic Director Peter Tiboris and popularly dubbed “The Salzburg of the Aegean,” is held annually on Greece's Island of Syros, which boasts some of the best beaches in the Cyclades, waterside eateries serving freshly-caught fish and a 100% chance of sunny weather in the month of July.
The 61st Annual GRAMMY Awards Will Return to Los Angeles' Staples Center February 10, 2019July 17, 2018The Recording Academy today announced key dates and deadlines for the 61st Annual GRAMMY Awards®. Music's Biggest Night®returns to Los Angeles' STAPLES Center on Sunday, Feb. 10, 2019, and will broadcast live on the CBS Television Network at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT. Nominations for the 61st Annual GRAMMY Awards will be announced in all 84 categories on Wednesday, Dec. 5, 2018, and will honor the best in recordings released between Oct. 1, 2017 and Sept. 30, 2018.
Metric to Release New Album September 21 + Tour with Smashing PumpkinsJuly 17, 2018Critically acclaimed Canadian group Metric is set for the release of their seventh full-length studio album September 21 via MMI/Crystal Math Music. In anticipation of the forthcoming record, NPR's “All Songs Considered” is premiering the video for the album track “Dark Saturday.” NPR Music raves, “XXXX.” Watch the video—directed by long time Metric collaborator Justin Broadbent—via NPR and share it athttps://metric.lnk.to/DarkSaturdayvideo. “Dark Saturday” is now available everywhere athttps://metric.lnk.to/darksaturday and the forthcoming record is available for pre-order athttps://ilovemetricstore.com/.
DARK MONEY to Premiere on PBS Series POV this OctoberJuly 17, 2018Your vote can be bought, but at what cost? Dark Money follows local Montana journalist John S. Adams, who is determined to uncover the truth about funding in his state's elections. The film gains insights over the course of three election cycles, as it solves an increasingly complicated and blurred puzzle. Dark Moneytraces Adams' steps and sheds light on the grassroots movement to unveil the mysterious financing behind our elections.
Harry Connick, Jr. Announces Show At The London PalladiumJuly 17, 2018GRAMMY and Emmy Award winner Harry Connick, Jr., today announces a U.K. show at the iconic London Palladium. Hailed for his live and recorded musical performances, the Tony nominated Broadway male lead brings 'A New Orleans Tricentennial Celebration' tour to the capital on 10 October 2018. Tickets go on sale on 20 July 2018 at 9am at LiveNation.co.uk.
Ultra Worldwide Announces Taiwanese ExpansionJuly 17, 2018Following on from the huge success of its previous editions, ULTRA Worldwide has unveiled the expansion of Road To ULTRA Taiwan into a full-scale two-day festival. With multiple stages including a dedicated RESISTANCE branded stage, ULTRA Taiwan will take place September 8-9th at Taipei Ultra Dajia Park in Taipei.
The Crowe Brothers Release EP3 - Out NowJuly 17, 2018Mountain Fever Records is thrilled to announce new music from The Crowe Brothers is now available via a three-song digital EP. Coyly titled EP3, this mini song collection encapsulates an incredible, decades-long career of brother duet singing by Josh and Wayne Crowe.
Scott Storch and Vevo Premiere STILL STORCH DocumentaryJuly 17, 2018Today, Vevo has exclusively released, 'Still Storch,' an original film about legendary music producer Scott Storch. From his early beginnings as a member of The Roots band to producing worldwide hits for Beyoncé, Dr. Dre, 50 Cent, Chris Brown and many others. This no-holes barred mini-doc delves into Scott's world, to tell his harrowing story of addiction and fame in his own words. Both of which led him to burn through a $100 million+ fortune, and hit 'rock-bottom', however his unrelenting genius-like talent and hunger to prove his critics wrong has only fueled his passion for creating.
Uli Jon Roth to Celebrate 50th Anniversary with November-December 2018 UK TourJuly 17, 2018Fresh off his G3 European and UK tour with Joe Satriani and John Petrucci, former Scorpions guitarist Uli Jon Roth is widely regarded as one of the greatest guitar players ever. He is one of the last greats who is still around to present his magical style of playing which he already forged in the late Sixties when he was still in his teens. Uli played his first ever show in December 1968 - at the age of 13 - and to celebrate his upcoming 50th Stage Anniversary, he will play 6 very special UK concerts.
Presenters and Attendees Announced for the 2018 ESPYS Presented by Capitol OneJuly 16, 2018This Wednesday, the world's best athletes and biggest stars will join host Danica Patrick for "The 2018 ESPYS Presented by Capital One" on ABC. The star-studded evening celebrates the best moments from the year in sports and will air live on ABC, July 18 from 8:00-11:00 p.m. EDT, from the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles.
Laura Dreyfuss Joins Ben Platt and Barbra Streisand for Upcoming Ryan Murphy Comedy THE POLITICIANJuly 16, 2018According to The Hollywood Reporter, Ryan Murphy has cast Laura Dreyfuss (DEAR EVAN HANSEN), Zoey Deutch (Netflix's Set It Up), Lucy Boynton (Bohemian Rhapsody), and Rahne Jones in his upcoming comedy The Politician. They join Barbra Streisand and Gwyneth Paltrow the upcoming hourlong comedy starring Ben Platt that landed at Netflix with a two-season order. The four will also be series regulars.
Nick Cannon to Host the 2018 Teen Choice AwardsJuly 16, 2018Artist, comedian, actor and five-time TEEN CHOICE nominee Nick Cannon will host TEEN CHOICE TM 2018. Additionally, content creator, actress and singer Lele Pons will co-host. Airing LIVE from the Forum in Los Angeles, CA, on Sunday, Aug. 12 (8:00-10:00 PM ET live/PT tape-delayed) on FOX, the choicest, star-studded, two-hour event will celebrate this year's top teen icons in television, music, film, sports, comedy and digital.
Cardi B, Childish Gambino, & The Carters Lead the 2018 MTV Video Music Award NominationsJuly 16, 2018MTV today announced nominations across all gender neutral categories for the 2018 “VMAs.” The list includes dozens of artists whose reach and influence have elevated music's relevancy within the cultural conversation. Cardi B received nods in 10 categories, including “Video,” “Song” and “Artist of the Year,” and The Carters secured eight, including “Video of the Year,” “Best Collaboration” and “Best Hip Hop” for their recent hit single “APES**T.” Other top contenders include Childish Gambino, Drake and Bruno Mars. The “VMAs” will air live from Radio City Music Hall on Monday, August 20 at 9:00 p.m. ET/PT, and across MTV's global network of channels in more than 180 countries and territories, reaching more than half a billion households around the world.
PBS Announces Fall 2018 Primetime ScheduleJuly 16, 2018PBS today announced its fall 2018 schedule lineup, anchored by THE GREAT AMERICAN READ (Tuesdays, September 11- October 23). Exploring the power, passion and joy of reading, the series is hosted by Meredith Vieira and features reflections from everyday Americans as well as notables. Margaret Atwood, Lauren Graham, John Irving, Bill T. Jones, Devon Kennard, Gayle King, Diane Lane, George R.R. Martin and many more reflect on their favorite books. The series will culminate with the results of the first-ever national vote for “America's Best-Loved Novel.”