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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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VIDEO: Sam Smith Unveils Video for 'Unholy' Ft. Kim Petras
VIDEO: Sam Smith Unveils Video for 'Unholy' Ft. Kim Petras
September 30, 2022

Multi-Platinum, GRAMMY®, BRIT, Golden Globe and Oscar winning artist/songwriter Sam Smith unveiled the official video for their new single, “Unholy” ft. Kim Petras and you can watch it right here. . Directed by Floria Sigismondi (The Runaways film, David Bowie, Christina Aguilera) and choreographed by French dance collective (LA)HORDE.

Malaa Unveils Debut Album Ft. Fivio Foreign, Ghostface Killah, Jadakiss, & More
Malaa Unveils Debut Album Ft. Fivio Foreign, Ghostface Killah, Jadakiss, & More
September 30, 2022

Malaa has finally unveiled his long-awaited debut album: Don Malaa. Cementing the artist as a heavyweight in electronic music, hip-hop, and beyond, it’s a far-reaching project that features a staggering list of collaborators including A-Trak, DJ Snake, Fivio Foreign, Ghostface Killah, Jadakiss, Tchami, Tony Romera, and Yung Felix.

Driveaway Release New Single 'Wishing Well'
Driveaway Release New Single 'Wishing Well'
September 30, 2022

Driveaway’s first release since their May EP Feel Better Soon, the band decided to embrace the discomfort of giving up their instinctual tendency to create perfectly polished music. This approach to surrendering control paid off in spades as the band recently entranced the crowd at Playground Music Festival with their new unrestrained approach.

NERIAH Shares 'Unfinished Business (Acoustic) ft. JC Stewart'
NERIAH Shares 'Unfinished Business (Acoustic) ft. JC Stewart'
September 30, 2022

NERIAH releases the dreamy acoustic version of her recent single “Unfinished Business.” Featuring acclaimed artist JC Stewart, the collaborative track channels the same strength as the original all while narrowing in on the softness that is romantic reflection. Coming off of a slew of singles and surpassing 1 million monthly Spotify listeners.

Emerging Rapper Mazen Returns With New Song 'Pellegrino (Freestyle)'
Emerging Rapper Mazen Returns With New Song 'Pellegrino (Freestyle)'
September 30, 2022

Mazen returns with a new song, “Pellegrino (Freestyle),” alongside an accompanying video. Originally hailing from Lakeland, Florida, Mazen is an Egyptian American rapper who was first exposed to hip-hop by watching local rap battles as a child where he eventually transitioned from being a spectator to an active participant.

Peacock Announces Halloween Horror Lineup
Peacock Announces Halloween Horror Lineup
September 30, 2022

From iconic classics like PSYCHO to campy throwbacks like TREMORS and wizardly fun with the HARRY POTTER films, Peacock is celebrating this season with something spooky for everyone to stream. Additionally, Michael Meyers is back with Universal Pictures, Miramax and Blumhouse’s HALLOWEEN ENDS.

Dave Brandwein Announces Debut Solo Album with Release of New Single
Dave Brandwein Announces Debut Solo Album with Release of New Single
September 30, 2022

To those that know Dave Brandwein as the frontman of Turkuaz, the indie-Americana/folk-rock music of Band For Sale might seem like a radical change. But to the multi-instrumentalist and producer, the upcoming album, Sleeping Sun, Waking Moon, represents a return to his musical roots.

Drag Superstar Ginger Minj Releases New Rendition of 'I Put A Spell On You' From HOCUS POCUS
Drag Superstar Ginger Minj Releases New Rendition of 'I Put A Spell On You' From HOCUS POCUS
September 30, 2022

The updated version coincides with GInger’s return to the big screen in the brand new Hocus Pocus 2 film streaming exclusively on Disney+ now. Ginger was inspired to re-record “I Put A Spell On You” after years of performing Bette Midler’s iconic version. Plus, check out upcoming tour dates!

YEAH YEAH YEAHS Release First New Album in Nine Years 'Cool It Down'
YEAH YEAH YEAHS Release First New Album in Nine Years 'Cool It Down'
September 30, 2022

Joining forces with producers Dave Sitek, Justin Raisen and Andrew Wyatt, and mixed by Shawn Everett, the 8-track collection is an distillation of the band’s best gifts. The Yeah Yeah Yeahs previously released singles “Spitting Off The Edge of the World” feat. Perfume Genius and “Burning” along with Cody Critchloe-directed videos for both songs.

MELODY'S ECHO CHAMBER Releases Lost Album 'Unfold'
MELODY'S ECHO CHAMBER Releases Lost Album 'Unfold'
September 30, 2022

Melody’s Echo Chamber releases, Unfold the lost follow-up album to her self-titled debut Melody’s Echo Chamber, which includes seven rare and unreleased tracks. Recorded and co-produced with Tame Impala’s Kevin Parker in Perth, Australia, and finished in the South of France. Plus, check out upcoming live dates!

VIDEO: Tayla Parx Premieres Video for 'Flowers'
VIDEO: Tayla Parx Premieres Video for 'Flowers'
September 30, 2022

Tayla Parx has established herself as a force with a discography streamed over 1 billion times. Winner of Billboard’s 2019 “Hitmaker” Award, Parx was the first female songwriter to have three simultaneous Top 10 songs—Ariana Grande’s “7 rings” and “thank u, next” and Panic! At The Disco’s “High Hopes”—in the Hot 100 since 2014. Watch the video now!

Mirei Discusses Industry Pressures on New Single 'Idol'
Mirei Discusses Industry Pressures on New Single 'Idol'
September 30, 2022

Japanese artist MIREI speaks out on her experiences in the music industry as a female solo artist on her new single, “IDOL,” out via Cool Japan Music / The Orchard. The single acts as a sequel to her hit 2020 release, “Lonely In Tokyo,” which details her life and career in the big city and the consequences that come with it.

Darius Rucker Releases 'Ol' Church Hymn' Featuring Chapel Hart
Darius Rucker Releases 'Ol' Church Hymn' Featuring Chapel Hart
September 30, 2022

Written by Rucker together with Ben Hayslip, Josh Miller and Greylan James, the gospel-inspired love song features Rucker’s rich baritone vocals, praised by Billboard as “one of the most distinctive voices of country’s modern era,” joined by the three-part harmony of Chapel Hart to profess a born-again love in the joyful chorus.

Molly Moore Releases Introspective Anthem 'Hate Myself'
Molly Moore Releases Introspective Anthem 'Hate Myself'
September 30, 2022

The single was co-written with Nevin Sastry (Phem, PRETTYMUCH) and Josh Murty (Maggie Lindemann). The accompanying music video was directed by Molly and Francesca Maldonado (Justin Bieber, Dixie D'Amelio, Ashley Graham) and leans into the track’s lyrical playfulness as Molly comes face-to-face with herself.

Betty Who Announces 2023 Tour & New Album 'Big!' Release Date
Betty Who Announces 2023 Tour & New Album 'Big!' Release Date
September 30, 2022

Pop mainstay Betty Who announces her upcoming BIG! headlining tour with support from RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars winner, Shea Couleé, Slayyyter, and Neve. Betty Who prepares for another big feat this fall, her BIG! World tour is a celebration in honor of her upcoming album. Pre-save Betty’s upcoming album BIG!, dropping Friday, October 14, now!

Mary Bragg Releases Self-Titled New Album
Mary Bragg Releases Self-Titled New Album
September 30, 2022

Among the many changes, last year Bragg decided to relocate to New York City to advance her career in music production. With experience producing her albums as well as others, including Grace Pettis, Jackson Emmer, and Natalie Price, at various studios in Nashville, she decided to make it official after becoming inspired by a shocking statistic.

Peacock Orders Long-Awaited COMMUNITY Movie
Peacock Orders Long-Awaited COMMUNITY Movie
September 30, 2022

Original stars Joel McHale, Danny Pudi, Alison Brie, Gillian Jacobs, Jim Rash and Ken Jeong will reunite with Joel McHale as an executive producer. The movie will come from original series creator Dan Harmon, executive producer Andrew Guest, and from studios Sony Pictures Television and Universal Television.

ECHO 3 to Debut on Apple TV+ in November
ECHO 3 to Debut on Apple TV+ in November
September 30, 2022

Apple announced the premiere date for “Echo 3,” the 10-episode action-thriller created by Academy Award-winner Mark Boal (“The Hurt Locker,” “Zero Dark Thirty”), and starring Luke Evans and Michiel Huisman alongside Jessica Ann Collins. Filmed in Colombia with English and Spanish dialogue, the Apple Original series produced by Keshet Studios.

NBA All-Star Victor Oladipo Releases New Single
NBA All-Star Victor Oladipo Releases New Single
September 30, 2022

On the track, lithely plucked guitar bookends a head-nodding beat. Victor leans into an Afrobeats-style groove with hummable vocal melodies as he assures, “I got you hotter than hibachi.” He likens the art of seduction to conducting a “Symphony” as he promises to “Stroke you up and down like you a cello” and “We making a concerto.” 

The Snuts Release Sophomore Album 'Burn the Empire'
The Snuts Release Sophomore Album 'Burn the Empire'
September 30, 2022

Burn The Empire follows The Snuts’ acclaimed debut album W.L., which arrived at No. 1 on the UK Albums Chart last year. Produced by longtime collaborators Detonate and Clarence Coffee Jr the album continues the band’s evolution both sonically and lyrically. A voice for the next generation, singer Jack Cochrane attacks subjects affecting the youth.



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