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Michael Major

Michael Major is a Connecticut native and a graduate of Marist College.

After starting out running social media for a theatre company, his love of pop culture led him to intern at TigerBeat Media. After also writing for organizations like PopCrave, uInterview, and Talk Radio NYC, Michael began as BroadwayWorld's entertainment editor in August of 2021.

Growing up watching movie musicals like Hairspray and Little Shop of Horrors on repeat, Michael is an expert on television and film. His love of the film industry has carried over to his work at BroadwayWorld, working with major networks like NBC, ABC, FOX and more to cover Broadway stars taking over the big screen.

He also frequently works with companies like Netflix, Disney, Apple, and Universal to bring exclusive clips and interviews from Broadway-related releases to readers. Stay tuned for the latest news on movies like Wicked, Mean Girls, The Color Purple, and more!

As a big fan of pop music, BroadwayWorld Music includes news on your favorite singers, like Taylor Swift, Lady Gaga, Beyoncé, and more, along with coverage on original music from Broadway alums like Reneé Rapp, Idina Menzel, Leslie Odom Jr., and more.

While at BroadwayWorld, he has had the honor of interviewing stars like Katy Perry, Carol Burnett, Denzel Washington, Bernadette Peters, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Jane Krakowski, and more.




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First Show:

The Lion King

Favorite Show:

Hairspray

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Restored A BRONX TALE to Screen at Tribeca For 30th Anniversary
Restored A BRONX TALE to Screen at Tribeca For 30th Anniversary
May 23, 2023

Tribeca has announced the release of A Bronx Tale (30th Anniversary Edition), which will be available on 4K UHD Blu-Ray and Video on Demand (VOD) platforms September 12, 2023. For the first time, the film will be released in newly restored Ultra High-Definition Dolby Vision and Dolby TrueHD 5.1 Surround sound.

The Lumineers' Jeremiah Fraites and Ambient Artist Taylor Deupree Team Up For 'Northern (Redux)'
The Lumineers' Jeremiah Fraites and Ambient Artist Taylor Deupree Team Up For 'Northern (Redux)'
May 23, 2023

Jeremiah Fraites has teamed up with ambient musician and sound artist Taylor Deupree for a forthcoming release titled Northern (Redux). Northern (Redux) is a complete reimagining of Deupree’s acclaimed 2006 album featuring new piano contributions written and recorded by Fraites along with renewed versions of the original tracks composed by Deupree.

Sa-Roc Announces Co-Headline Tour with Rah Digga
Sa-Roc Announces Co-Headline Tour with Rah Digga
May 23, 2023

Sa-Roc has announced a co-headline tour with Rah Digga. Arguably one of the most vibrant MCs in the world now. The tour includes dates in Washington, DC, New York, Boston, Atlanta, Durham, Asheville, and Nashville. Check out the full lineup now!

Video: Jess Williamson Shares Video for Title Track off New Album 'Time Ain't Accidental'
Video: Jess Williamson Shares Video for Title Track off New Album 'Time Ain't Accidental'
May 23, 2023

Jess Williamson releases a magical one-shot video for “Time Ain’t Accidental,” the title track and opener from Williamson’s highly anticipated new album. Williamson is currently on the road in support of Time Ain’t Accidental through June 17th. Check out all upcoming tour dates now! Watch the music video now!

Chris Bullinger Releases 'Up On Blocks'
Chris Bullinger Releases 'Up On Blocks'
May 23, 2023

Bullinger's new single, produced by Josh Halper and Harrison Luna and engineered and mixed by Drew Carroll, showcases his skillful and reflective songwriting, taking listeners on a path of self-exploration and growth. “Up On Blocks” represents the start of the second chapter of Bullinger albums captured at The Bomb Shelter in Nashville, Tennessee.

B-52's Cindy Wilson Announces Solo Album
B-52's Cindy Wilson Announces Solo Album
May 23, 2023

Wilson is known for her distinctly melodic voice and her remarkable ability to deliver powerful emotions in her music. Her work continues to influence alternative and mainstream cultures around the globe – and she’s still making new waves of her own. And now, Cindy releases the dance-banger “Midnight.”

Jake Shears Shares New Track 'Last Man Dancing'
Jake Shears Shares New Track 'Last Man Dancing'
May 23, 2023

The record was conceived between the US, Portugal, and London (where Jake relocated from his New Orleans home during the pandemic) alongside the sort of head-turning guestlist that, in Shears’ cross-pollinating universe, also makes total sense: from Amber Martin and Boys Noize to Big Freedia, Kylie Minogue, and cameos from Jane Fonda and Iggy Pop. 

Jaye Jayle (feat. Patrick Shiroishi) Shares 'The Party of Redemption'
Jaye Jayle (feat. Patrick Shiroishi) Shares 'The Party of Redemption'
May 23, 2023

A portmanteau of prison and synthetic, the album was a deliberate departure from his previous work’s organic nature and an embrace of the personal isolation that set in with the pandemic. For Don’t Let Your Love Life Get You Down, Patterson returned the full-band approach while taking the crucial lessons he learned from working on Prisyn.

Suzie True Releases New Single 'Sentimental Scum'
Suzie True Releases New Single 'Sentimental Scum'
May 23, 2023

Their second album with Get Better Records, Sentimental Scum is, as bassist/singer Lexi McCoy describes, “kinda all over the place, inspired by artists like Babes In Toyland, The Muffs, Jeff Rosenstock, Josie & The Pussycats, and anime theme music” with lyrical content on “sobriety, addiction, mental health, exploring queer identity, and more.

GAL PAL Share New Single 'Pleasures'
GAL PAL Share New Single 'Pleasures'
May 23, 2023

The record is their first in 6 years, and finds the trio of Emelia Austin (she/her), Shayna Hahn (she/her) and Nico Romero (he/him) in their mid-twenties and at the height of their personal and collective power, working through gender dysphoria, personal loss, and the confusion of young adulthood.

DAIISTAR Covers the Classic Primal Scream Track 'Burning Wheel'
DAIISTAR Covers the Classic Primal Scream Track 'Burning Wheel'
May 23, 2023

Austin band DAIISTAR are sharing the B-side of their debut single 'Tracemaker,' a cover of the 1997 Primal Scream classic 'Burning Wheel.' The single was released on lathe cut vinyl in an extremely limited edition and sold at the band's shows (and it's now sold out). This is the first time the track has been made available digitally.

John J. Presley Releases New Single 'Sinnerman' Collaboration With Blood Red Shoes Singer and Guitarist Laura-Mary Carter
John J. Presley Releases New Single 'Sinnerman' Collaboration With Blood Red Shoes Singer and Guitarist Laura-Mary Carter
May 23, 2023

John J. Presley returns this month after a 3-year hiatus with a new single through God Unknown Records. Titled ‘Sinnerman’, this brooding, hypnotic new opus is the first cut to be lifted from Presley’s new album ‘Chaos and Calypso’ featuring a vocal collaboration from Blood Red Shoes singer and guitarist Laura-Mary Carter.

Loraine James Announces 'Gentle Confrontation' Album
Loraine James Announces 'Gentle Confrontation' Album
May 23, 2023

Loraine James proudly announces her fourth album, Gentle Confrontation on Hyperdub. The new album features contributions from Marina Herlop, keiyaA, George Riley, and many others. To celebrate the announcement, Loraine shares the lead single “2003.”

Castle Frank Releases 'For Jamie' Single Off Upcoming Debut LP 'In Your Blood'
Castle Frank Releases 'For Jamie' Single Off Upcoming Debut LP 'In Your Blood'
May 23, 2023

Produced by Castle Frank with collaborators Nixon Boyd (Hollerado, Dizzy) and Matt Lederman (!!!, The Rural Alberta Advantage), In Your Blood is the merging of Max's influences: from producers like Noah Goldstein, Emile Haynie and Jon Hopkins, to the foundations of classic songwriting in the vein of artists like David Bowie and The National.

Jodi Benson Defends THE LITTLE MERMAID Lyric Changes For New Film
Jodi Benson Defends THE LITTLE MERMAID Lyric Changes For New Film
May 23, 2023

Jodi Benson, the original voice of Ariel in the 1989 animated film version of The Little Mermaid, is defending the lyric changes in the upcoming 2023 live action remake. Earlier this year, composer Alan Menken revealed that lyrics in 'Poor Unfortunate Souls' and 'Kiss the Girl' had been updated to reflect a modern day Disney princess.

Kim Petras Reveals Tracklist for 'Feed The Beast' Album With BANKS, Nicki Minaj & Sam Smith
Kim Petras Reveals Tracklist for 'Feed The Beast' Album With BANKS, Nicki Minaj & Sam Smith
May 23, 2023

The 15-track album includes Kim’s latest buzzy single “Alone” featuring diamond-selling hip-hop icon Nicki Minaj (watch the video here) her #1 global platinum smash hit with Sam Smith “Unholy,” and viral fan favorites like the body-positive “Coconuts” and single “brrr.” Feed The Beast also includes a collaboration with alt-pop star BANKS on “BAIT.”

Jeff Rosenstock Shares New Single & Announces North American Tour
Jeff Rosenstock Shares New Single & Announces North American Tour
May 23, 2023

Tenuously beloved punk and EMMY-nominated Craig of the Creek songwriter Jeff Rosenstock is back with “LIKED U BETTER,” his first new single since 2020’s critically acclaimed NO DREAM (unless you count 2021’s SKA DREAM, his ska re-interpretation of the album, or quarantine collection 2020 DUMP, both of which absolutely ruled).

K-POP Sensation KARD Comeback with Sixth Album ICKY
K-POP Sensation KARD Comeback with Sixth Album ICKY
May 23, 2023

ICKY takes a closer look at each KARD member's individual musical talents. BM composed “CAKE” and “Been That Boy,” while J.seph contributed to writing the lyrics for the title track “ICKY,” “Been That Boy,” and “CAKE.” Somin and Jiwoo also made their mark on the album, helping with the writing of the lyrics for “CAKE.”

Cassadee Pope Shares New Version Of 'People That I Love Leave' Featuring JAX
Cassadee Pope Shares New Version Of 'People That I Love Leave' Featuring JAX
May 23, 2023

Originally released in April, “People That I Love Leave” was co-written by Cassadee, Ali Tamposi (Miley Cyrus, Jonas Brothers, Kelly Clarkson), Roman Campolo (Elton John, BTS), Nick Long (Machine Gun Kelly, Avril Lavigne) and Andrew Luce (Iann Dior, Role Model) and produced by Cassadee, Dan Swank, Mason Sacks, Hosu Yoon and Luce.

Burt Hussell Shares 'Wicked Wagu' From Tim Lefrebvre-Produced 'High Desert' LP
Burt Hussell Shares 'Wicked Wagu' From Tim Lefrebvre-Produced 'High Desert' LP
May 23, 2023

In March, the Dallas, Texas-based multi-instrumentalist and singer Burt Hussell announced his forthcoming, debut album High Desert and since then, has shared “Silver Surfer,” the album's title-track and “Home.” The album was produced by Tim Lefrebvre (David Bowie, The Black Crowes, Tedeschi Trucks Band), who also plays on the album.



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