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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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Jean-Michel Jarre Announces 22nd Studio Album 'Oxymore'
Jean-Michel Jarre Announces 22nd Studio Album 'Oxymore'
July 25, 2022

The album has been conceived as an immersive work in a multi-channel and 3D binaural version. Multi-channel binaural sound will revolutionize how music is composed, mixed and produced, placing sounds and textures in space in 360 degrees, and can be easily experienced by any listeners with headphones.

Bobby Weir & Wolf Bros Featuring the Wolfpack Announce Back-To-Back Las Vegas Performances
Bobby Weir & Wolf Bros Featuring the Wolfpack Announce Back-To-Back Las Vegas Performances
July 25, 2022

Bobby Weir & Wolf Bros — consisting of Bobby Weir, Don Was, Jay Lane and Jeff Chimenti — have announced their back-to-back performances at The Theater at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas, part of Curio Collection by Hilton, on October 28-29, 2022 as part of their fall tour in celebration of Weir’s 75th birthday.

Jake Scott Announces Fall U.S. Headline Tour
Jake Scott Announces Fall U.S. Headline Tour
July 25, 2022

Pop singer-songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist Jake Scott has announced his massive fall headline tour across the U.S. Dubbed The Lavender Tour, the 21-date trek kicks off on Saturday, October 15 in San Diego and hits major cities including Nashville, Philadelphia, Boston, Chicago, New York, and more before concluding in Los Angeles.

SWEET LIFE: LOS ANGELES to Return to HBO Max in August
SWEET LIFE: LOS ANGELES to Return to HBO Max in August
July 25, 2022

Watch the trailer for the Max Original unscripted series Sweet Life: Los Angeles, from Emmy® and Golden Globe® nominee Issa Rae, for its second season. The enterprising and charismatic core cast is comprised of Amanda Scott, Briana Jones, Cheryl Des Vignes, Jaylenn Hart, Jerrold Smith II, P’Jae Compton, Rebecca Magett, Rob Lee, and Tylynn Burns. 

Night Crickets (Feat. Members of Bauhaus, Violent Femmes) Releases 'A Free Society' on Vinyl
Night Crickets (Feat. Members of Bauhaus, Violent Femmes) Releases 'A Free Society' on Vinyl
July 25, 2022

Together with bandmates Victor DeLorenzo (Violent Femmes) and multi-instrumentalist/artist Darwin Meiners, Night Crickets are excited for the format. A member of iconic post-punk bands Bauhaus and Love & Rockets, David J embraces the format, especially when it comes to this release. Order the vinyl now!

Sam Himself Returns With 'Never Let Me Go'
Sam Himself Returns With 'Never Let Me Go'
July 25, 2022

Listen to the lovelorn stomper, a full-body split between brazen intimacy and anthemic pop, marks the Big Bang of a new era for Sam Himself, the solo project of Swiss-born, Brooklyn-based artist Sam Koechlin: Never Let Me Go is the soundtrack of risking another shot at hope – and dancing your heart out in the process.

Fantasia to Perform at King's Theatre in November
Fantasia to Perform at King's Theatre in November
July 25, 2022

In 2007, Fantasia landed the coveted role of Celie in Broadway’s The Color Purple, which she will be reprising for the upcoming film adaption. Fantasia returned to Broadway in 2013 as the first celebrity engagement in After Midnight, a musical that celebrated Harlem’s iconic Cotton Club during the Harlem Renaissance in the 1920’s and 1930’s.

Danny Elfman Releases Ghostemane Remix of 'Native Intelligence' Ft. Trent Reznor
Danny Elfman Releases Ghostemane Remix of 'Native Intelligence' Ft. Trent Reznor
July 25, 2022

Alongside the song, Elfman has also shared an official music video. Produced by the cyber collective TRASH GANG, the video is a rabbit hole of monochromatic, manga-inspired animation that channels the track’s mesmerizing electronic glitches and breakneck percussion. The track is the newest taste of Elfman’s forthcoming album Bigger. Messier.

STRANGER THINGS Actor DJO Releases New Single
STRANGER THINGS Actor DJO Releases New Single
July 25, 2022

Djo’s new album, DECIDE is the follow up to TWENTY TWENTY, his 2019 critically acclaimed guitar-forward record and his first solo-effort since departing his band, the Chicago psych rock outfit Post Animal. Keery –who is of course also known far and wide for his acclaimed acting roles in such blockbuster projects as Stranger Things.

Rob Silverman to Release 'Drumology, Vol. II'
Rob Silverman to Release 'Drumology, Vol. II'
July 25, 2022

Drumology, Volume II will be released by Autumn Hill Records, features drum greats from jazz, fusion, prog and rock including Billy Cobham, Mike Mangini and Todd Sucherman, along with an all-star band including keyboardists Michael Silverman and Jay Oliver, guitarist Dweezil Zappa and bassist John Patitucci.

Wicked Bears Announce New Album With the Single 'The Darkness'
Wicked Bears Announce New Album With the Single 'The Darkness'
July 25, 2022

Salt Lake City pop/punk trio Wicked Bears have announced signing with Los Angeles-based label Wiretap Records to release their upcoming album “Underwater.' The first single from the album, a track called “The Darkness” has landed on all streaming platforms. The band has shared stages with the likes of Pinkshift, Kill Lincoln, Pears, and more.

Lightning Seeds Drop Brand New Track 'Walk Another Mile'
Lightning Seeds Drop Brand New Track 'Walk Another Mile'
July 25, 2022

After being welcomed back with open arms, Lightning Seeds continue their trajectory with the release of brand new track ‘Walk Another Mile’ - taken from their new album See You In The Stars, their first on new label BMG. A sun-soaked singalong, ‘Walk Another Mile’ is a juxtaposition, seeing Ian Broudie tackling subject matters a little darker.

VIDEO: Peacock Shares THE UNDECLARED WAR Trailer
VIDEO: Peacock Shares THE UNDECLARED WAR Trailer
July 25, 2022

Watch the trailer for the new series, which is a result of meticulous research by BAFTA award-winning creator Peter Kosminsky, lifting the veil on the most urgent battle of our time. In a thrilling cat and mouse game, Saara and the team at GCHQ must try to stay one step ahead and anticipate their opponents' every hidden move.

Flossing Share New Track 'Heart Of Hearts'
Flossing Share New Track 'Heart Of Hearts'
July 25, 2022

Flossing where singer-songwriter Heather Elle (ex-BODEGA/The Wants) channels the vulnerability of Depeche Mode and Tears for Fears. Co-produced with Elijah Sokolow (The Living Strange) in Heather’s home studio in Brooklyn, the two manipulated an old vibraphone they once shared with their ex-partner to rework the song from scratch.

HBO Max Begins Global Rollout of HOUSE OF DRAGON Augmented Reality App
HBO Max Begins Global Rollout of HOUSE OF DRAGON Augmented Reality App
July 25, 2022

With the app, fans around the world will be able to “hatch” and raise their own virtual dragons at home. Each dragon will be unique to its user, and as it grows it will develop its own  look and temperament driven by its keeper’s interactions with it, all based on the lore from George R.R. Martin’s world. Watch a preview of the app now!

9m88 Shares New Single 'Whatchu Gonna…?'
9m88 Shares New Single 'Whatchu Gonna…?'
July 25, 2022

Taiwanese R&B singer, actress, and creative artist 9m88 (pronounced “Jo-m-Baba”) shared the soulful single + video “Whatchu Gonna…?” from her newly announced sophomore album 9m88 Radio, via her label Jazz Baby Co. and Waves Collective. Produced by Rainbow Chan (AUS), the track’s jazzed-out production smoothly slides under 9m88’s silky R&B vocals.

Lauren Alaina Inks Deal With Big Loud Records
Lauren Alaina Inks Deal With Big Loud Records
July 25, 2022

Launching a new era, the three-time chart-topping ACM and CMT award winner joins the Big Loud roster at an all-time career high. Musically, Alaina is surging, dropping her deeply personal album Sitting Pretty On Top of the World last September, and most recently duetting with now labelmate Chris Lane on “Dancin' In The Moonlight.”

Missy Elliott to Guest Star on CRAIG OF THE CREEK
Missy Elliott to Guest Star on CRAIG OF THE CREEK
July 25, 2022

Grammy-winning hip hop icon Missy Elliott will make her debut on the Emmy-, GLAAD, and NAACP Image Award-nominated series, Craig of the Creek. Additionally, Grammy-winning singer, Anderson .Paak will return for season two. Willow Smith is also on board to join the adorable bears and reprise her role as Unica, magical unicorn and forest protector.

Zero Announces 'Naught Again' High-Fidelity Double Vinyl Release
Zero Announces 'Naught Again' High-Fidelity Double Vinyl Release
July 25, 2022

Released on CD and digital earlier this year, the record consists of performances newly mixed by Emmy-nominated producer/engineer Brian Risner from the original multi-track tapes recorded by Dan Healy (Grateful Dead) in 1992 at The Great American Music Hall in San Francisco. Plus, check out upcoming tour dates!

Keith Urban Adds Tyler Hubbard to More 'THE SPEED OF NOW WORLD TOUR' Shows
Keith Urban Adds Tyler Hubbard to More 'THE SPEED OF NOW WORLD TOUR' Shows
July 25, 2022

Unannounced guests, impromptu performances with fan-playing musicians and two-plus hours of music, music, music has fans and media alike calling Keith Urban’s “THE SPEED OF NOW WORLD TOUR” a show not to be missed. The fall leg will add Tyler Hubbard, lead singer of the multi-platinum-selling, record-breaking duo Florida Georgia Line to new shows.



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