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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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DMX Krew Shares 'Return to Jupiter' EP
DMX Krew Shares 'Return to Jupiter' EP
March 30, 2023

Following his recently released track of the same name, DMX Krew returns to Peggy Gou's Gudu Records with 4 track EP Return to Jupiter, his second release for the label and Gudu’s first release of 2023 - set to be the label’s busiest year yet. Ed DMX made his debut for Gudu with 2019’s Don’t You Wanna Play? EP.

Be Your Own Pet Return with First New Song in 15+ Years
Be Your Own Pet Return with First New Song in 15+ Years
March 30, 2023

The song marks their first new music since the release of their Get Damaged EP (XL Recordings) in 2008 and was written and recorded by the three founding members Jemina Pearl Abegg (vox), Jonas Stein (guitar), Nathan Vasquez (bass), and longtime drummer John Eatherly.

Summer Salt Share 'Supermoon' From new LP 'Campanita'
Summer Salt Share 'Supermoon' From new LP 'Campanita'
March 30, 2023

Austin, Texas trop-pop duo Summer Salt (singer/guitarist Matthew Terry and drummer Eugene Chung) are fresh off an incredible string of dates in Asia where the band sold out three headline shows and played to thousands of fans at music festivals. They’re sharing the new song “Supermoon”, the latest single off their forthcoming album Campanita.

FALSE MEMORIES Announce New Studio Album 'Hybrid Ego System'
FALSE MEMORIES Announce New Studio Album 'Hybrid Ego System'
March 30, 2023

'The Last Night Of Fall' was composed by guitarist/producer Francesco Savino (Demons Down, T3NORS) and vocalist Rossella Moscatello. The duo also oversaw the creation of the new album, with drummer Emanuele Cossu, guitarist Moreno Palmisano, and new bassist Davide Tavecchia rounding out the line-up.

SWEETWATER Film Soundtrack to Be Released in April
SWEETWATER Film Soundtrack to Be Released in April
March 30, 2023

Classics like “The Man I Love” and “Sweet Georgia Brown” - performed by Emmaline as Jeannie Staples in the film - sit beside powerful new songs inspired by the film, like Keb’ Mo’s “Take Me Higher”, Larkin Poe’s “Right Place Right Time”, and Terri Lyne Carrington and Dianne Reeves modern interpretation of “Someone To Watch Over Me.”

Gabrielle Union's First BET+ Special MY JOURNEY TO 50 Sets Premiere
Gabrielle Union's First BET+ Special MY JOURNEY TO 50 Sets Premiere
March 30, 2023

BET+ joins Gabrielle Union for a two-part special documenting her 50th birthday celebration. MY JOURNEY TO 50. Union will celebrate her 50th trip around the sun with an epic, continental journey through Africa, from the island of Zanzibar to the coast of Ghana to the parks of Namibia and the nightlife of South Africa.

Ellie Goulding Announces 'Higher Than Heaven' EU Tour
Ellie Goulding Announces 'Higher Than Heaven' EU Tour
March 30, 2023

Higher Than Heaven has seen Ellie enlist some of pop music’s finest to craft the album with her, Greg Kurstin (Sia, Maggie Rogers, Elton John), Jessie Shatkin (Charli XCX, Years & Years), Koz (Sam Ryder, Madonna, Dua Lipa) and Andrew Wells (Halsey, Yungblud), with the finished record seeing Ellie put her own spin on modern pop music.

Video: Meryl Streep Does A CHORUS LINE Choreography With Wesley Taylor on ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING Set
Video: Meryl Streep Does A CHORUS LINE Choreography With Wesley Taylor on ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING Set
March 30, 2023

While filming the upcoming Broadway-themed season of Only Murders in the Building, Meryl Streep and Wesley Taylor took on the iconic choreography from the opening number of A Chorus Line. Watch the new behind-the-scenes TikTok video now, featuring vocals from Martin Short!

Dizzy Shares New Single 'Open Up Wide' & Announces Third Album 'DIZZY'
Dizzy Shares New Single 'Open Up Wide' & Announces Third Album 'DIZZY'
March 29, 2023

Dizzy shares their new single “Open Up Wide”. A perfect synthesis of airy pop vocals and grittier instrumentals, “Open Up Wide” explores the vulnerability of sharing fresh art with a jaded audience. Along with the new single, Dizzy also announces the release of their third LP: the self-titled DIZZY,

Kerry Charles Shares New Single 'Empress Of The Crystal Moon' Ahead of Debut LP
Kerry Charles Shares New Single 'Empress Of The Crystal Moon' Ahead of Debut LP
March 29, 2023

Drawing influence from the likes of Prince, Hall and Oates and Steely Dan, Charles's obsessively produced tracks land somewhere between laid-back synth pop, smooth dad rock and seductive R&B. The New Jersey-based songwriter and producer pairs his intimate falsetto with a lush palette of synthesizers and the inimitable sax stylings of Max Cudworth.

Photos: Jennifer Aniston, Adam Sandler & More Attend MURDER MYSTERY 2 Premiere
Photos: Jennifer Aniston, Adam Sandler & More Attend MURDER MYSTERY 2 Premiere
March 29, 2023

Check out photos from the premiere of Murder Mystery 2, including shots of Adam Sandler and Jennifer Aniston, actors Mark Strong, Mélanie Laurent, Jodie Turner-Smith, Dr, John Kani, Kuhoo Verma, Enrique Arce, Zurin Villanueva, Jillian Bell, Annie Mumolo, and more.

Video: Ghost Hounds Release Music Video For New Single 'Dirty Angel'
Video: Ghost Hounds Release Music Video For New Single 'Dirty Angel'
March 29, 2023

Is it hot in here, or is it just the new music video from Ghost Hounds? The blues-rock group has released a tantalizing video for their recent single “Dirty Angel,” out now. “Dirty Angel” is the first single off the band’s upcoming album, giving listeners an exciting look at what they can expect from the new record.

Kylie Minogue to Release New Single With Oliver Heldens
Kylie Minogue to Release New Single With Oliver Heldens
March 29, 2023

Kylie Minogue has sold over 80 million records, garnered 34 top ten and 7 number one singles. Her music career took off with the hit 'The Loco-Motion' which topped the charts in 1987, and became the highest selling single of the decade in Australia.

Pink Martini's Thomas Lauderdale Shares 'Night and Day' Off Upcoming LP
Pink Martini's Thomas Lauderdale Shares 'Night and Day' Off Upcoming LP
March 29, 2023

Pink Martini founder Thomas M. Lauderdale, in collaboration with Oregon surf music legends Satan’s Pilgrims, have shared a new single, “Night and Day,” off their forthcoming album Thomas Lauderdale Meets The Pilgrims. The LP is buoyed by Lauderdale’s sparkling piano fireworks atop the Pilgrims' iconic surf sound.

Jason Mraz Releases Second Song from Upcoming Album
Jason Mraz Releases Second Song from Upcoming Album
March 29, 2023

Jason Mraz has released “You Might Like It,” the second track to be revealed from Mystical Magical Rhythmical Radical Ride. Earlier this month, Jason performed “I Feel Like Dancing,” the first single from Mystical Magical Rhythmical Radical Ride on “Live with Kelly and Ryan” for their post-Oscar show. Plus, check out Jason Mraz tour dates!

David Guetta Premieres New Single 'Baby Don't Hurt Me' with Anne-Marie & Coi Leray at Ultra Festival
David Guetta Premieres New Single 'Baby Don't Hurt Me' with Anne-Marie & Coi Leray at Ultra Festival
March 29, 2023

‘Baby Don’t Hurt Me’ is Guetta’s hotly anticipated follow-up to Spotify global #1 and streaming monster ‘I’m Good (Blue)’, which has accumulated 1.4 billion global streams in just seven months. The new single ‘Baby Don’t Hurt Me’, which premiered at Ultra Miami this week, is another dance smash, featuring two pop megastars Anne-Marie and Coi Leray.

RIOPY Confirms Tour Dates This Summer After Being Featured on Lana Del Rey's New Album
RIOPY Confirms Tour Dates This Summer After Being Featured on Lana Del Rey's New Album
March 29, 2023

Emerging French-English composer and pianist RIOPY will play a select run of U.S. tour dates this summer. Kicking off in Alexandria, VA on June 6, the dates include performances at New York’s Le Poisson Rouge, Los Angeles’ Teragram Ballroom, Boston’s City Winery and Chicago’s Old Town School. Check out tour dates!

Brit Floyd—the World's Greatest Pink Floyd Experience—Set to Launch 100-Date 2023 North American Tour
Brit Floyd—the World's Greatest Pink Floyd Experience—Set to Launch 100-Date 2023 North American Tour
March 29, 2023

BRIT FLOYD—The World’s Greatest Pink Floyd Experience—are launching their “50 Years of Dark Side” North American Tour April 12 in Hamilton, Ontario. The 100-date 2023 tour will begin with the first leg of 50 shows including stops in Boston, Chicago, Washington DC, Baltimore and Atlanta before wrapping June 23 in Boca Raton, FL.

Big Loud Records Inks Label Deal with Charles Wesley Godwin
Big Loud Records Inks Label Deal with Charles Wesley Godwin
March 29, 2023

Influenced by craftsmen like Kris Kristofferson, John Prine, Ryan Bingham, Willie Nelson, Chris Knight, and more, his two already released LPs, Seneca and How the Mighty Fall, showcase an artist born at the cross section of blue-collar sensibilities, cinematic country-folk soundscapes, and sharp-minded songwriting.

Parker McCollum Receives RIAA Gold Certification for Hit Single 'Handle On You'
Parker McCollum Receives RIAA Gold Certification for Hit Single 'Handle On You'
March 29, 2023

The track is his fastest growing single to date, surpassing 120 million global streams and currently Top 5-and-climbing at country radio. Yesterday, McCollum was presented with a plaque by UMG Nashville President Cindy Mabe and RIAA's Jackie Jones to commemorate the accomplishment.



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