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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: Melanie Penn Releases 'Follow You' Music Video
VIDEO: Melanie Penn Releases 'Follow You' Music Video
July 15, 2022

Watch the music video for Broadway alum Melanie Penn's new track, which was produced in studio in Nashville. ​​Melanie Penn is a singer, songwriter and worship leader based in Manhattan. For many years she was a main fixture in the NYC theatre scene and an award-winning musical theatre actress, primarily touring with the Broadway musical ‘Grease!’

Maisie Peters Shares New Version of 'Cate's Brother' Featuring Breland
Maisie Peters Shares New Version of 'Cate's Brother' Featuring Breland
July 15, 2022

British pop singer-songwriter Maisie Peters shares “Cate’s Brother (Breland's Version)”, a rework of her viral track featuring boundary-pushing singer-songwriter Breland, available now on all streaming platforms. Peters is currently supporting Ed Sheeran’s ‘+ - = ÷ x Tour’.  Plus, she has several headline tour dates listed.

Rachel Bobbitt Releases New EP 'The Ceiling Could Collaspe'
Rachel Bobbitt Releases New EP 'The Ceiling Could Collaspe'
July 15, 2022

The Ceiling Could Collapse, which Bobbitt co-produced with Justice Der and was mixed by GRAMMY-nominee Jorge Elbrecht, was a long time coming. The result is a remarkable collection of songs that introduces a striking new talent. The EP’s singles “More,” “Watch and See,” “What About The Kids” and “Gemini Ties', showcase Bobbitt’s songwriting skills.

The Dangerous Summer Announce New Album 'Come Home'
The Dangerous Summer Announce New Album 'Come Home'
July 15, 2022

The Dangerous Summer have announced details surrounding their new, upcoming album ‘Coming Home.’ The band also shares the new song and music video for “Someday.' The band previously released the song and music video for “All I Ever Wanted Was A Chance To Know Myself”, which can also be found on the new album.

Corey Harper Announces Debut Album 'Future Tense'
Corey Harper Announces Debut Album 'Future Tense'
July 15, 2022

Harper took a two-year hiatus to focus on healing and songwriting and returned last month with the acclaimed “Pink Razor,” a first introduction to his newest project. Now, after years of experimentation and honing his genre-fluid sound, Corey Harper announces his long-awaited forthcoming debut album.

Elf Power Release New Album 'Artificial Countrysides'
Elf Power Release New Album 'Artificial Countrysides'
July 15, 2022

Athens, GA-based psychedelic folk band Elf Power released their new album Artificial Countrysides via Yep Roc Records. Also released is an official animated video for the new song “Clean Clothes” created by Michael Rostig. Elf Power are currently in the midst of a summer tour that will make stops in Philadelphia, New York, Atlanta and more.

Cartel Returns with First New Single in Nine Years
Cartel Returns with First New Single in Nine Years
July 15, 2022

Alternative rock band Cartel returns with “17”, the band’s first new single in nine years. “17” is a bright yet wistful track that regrets the loss of the way things used to be, while recognizing that living in the past can cost the present. Plus, watch the new lyric video and check out upcoming tour dates listed through August!

Ash Gordon Releases Debut Solo Double Album
Ash Gordon Releases Debut Solo Double Album
July 15, 2022

LGBTQIA+ music maven Ash Gordon has released her debut solo double albums, Ash Gordon and Ash Gordon II. Complete with collaborations from Trixie Mattel, Alaska 5000, BONAVEGA, Earl St. Clair, Bob the Drag Queen, and many others, the albums provide sixteen psychedelic songs that perfectly encompass Ash’s lipstick garage-rock vision.

Maggie Lindemann Delivers New Song 'you're not special'
Maggie Lindemann Delivers New Song 'you're not special'
July 15, 2022

Pulled as the fourth track from her debut full-length SUCKERPUNCH, Maggie Lindemann has launched her rebellious new video/single “you’re not special.” The video/track arrives following the release of previous singles “she knows it,” “how could you do this to me?” (feat. Kellin Quinn), and “break me!” (feat. siiickbrain).

Regina Spektor Announces '11:11' Special Edition Box Set
Regina Spektor Announces '11:11' Special Edition Box Set
July 15, 2022

The box set includes a remastered vinyl edition of 11:11, 2xLP collection of live performances entitled Papa's Bootlegs including never before heard songs from 11:11, a color lyric booklet with liner notes, reproductions of fliers, art, doodles and photos. The album cover for Papa’s Bootlegs was hand drawn by Seth Avett of The Avett Brothers.

Yours Truly Releases New EP 'is this what i look like?'
Yours Truly Releases New EP 'is this what i look like?'
July 15, 2022

Sydney alternative mainstays Yours Truly return with their brand new EP is this what i look like?, out now via UNFD. The seven song collection features previous singles “Careless Kind”, “Hallucinate feat. Josh Franceschi”, “Lights On”, and “Walk Over My Grave”. Plus, check out upcoming tour dates for September and October!

Tyler Hubbard Releases New Song 'Way Home'
Tyler Hubbard Releases New Song 'Way Home'
July 15, 2022

The new song follows his debut radio single, “5 Foot 9,” which is currently Top 25 and climbing the country radio airplay charts. Also, previously announced, Hubbard will be joining Keith Urban on tour this fall, performing his new solo music for the first time on tour. The track was written by Hubbard with Corey Crowder and Canaan Smith.

lozeak Releases New Song 'Alter Ego'
lozeak Releases New Song 'Alter Ego'
July 15, 2022

With her signature aesthetic, lozeak has already cultivated a huge online following off the back of her covers and TikTok videos (611k+ followers and 47M likes). Now she is showing that she has a sound all of her own, and the capabilities to create big, diaristic pop music with a scuzzy edge to it. Listen to the new single now!

iann dior Treats Fans to Surprise Track 'I Find It Hard'
iann dior Treats Fans to Surprise Track 'I Find It Hard'
July 15, 2022

After uploading to SoundCloud, Dior's first song gained 10,000 plays in its first week and caught the ear of Internet Money founder Taz Taylor who invited the budding songwriter to work with him in LA. Shortly afterwards, iann dior inked a deal with Elliot Grainge’s label 10K Projects in April 2019 and released his project Industry Plant.

Sabrina Carpenter Releases New Album 'Emails I Can't Send'
Sabrina Carpenter Releases New Album 'Emails I Can't Send'
July 15, 2022

The 13-track album chronicles Sabrina’s various transformations through ultra-personal songwriting as well as passionate, palpable, and powerful performances. Whether it be the extreme dynamics of “Tornado Warnings” or the honest and powerful “Because I Liked A Boy,” the album showcases her at her most raw and real.

Jake La Botz Shares New Single 'Hope The Sunshine' From Forthcoming Album 'Hair On Fire'
Jake La Botz Shares New Single 'Hope The Sunshine' From Forthcoming Album 'Hair On Fire'
July 15, 2022

Jake La Botz shares a single off his upcoming album Hair On Fire, “Hope TheSunshine”, along with an accompanying music video directed by Joe D'Augustine. “Hope The Sunshine” follows the previous single and title track, “Hair On Fire.” La Botz recently signed with Mongrel Music for North American booking, and announced tour dates for this Summer.

Derek Hoke Announces New Album 'Electric Mountain'
Derek Hoke Announces New Album 'Electric Mountain'
July 15, 2022

East Nashville-based singer-songwriter Derek Hoke has announced that his new album Electric Mountain will be released via 3Sirens Music Group, the first release from the Music City collective 3Sirens’ label arm. Hoke has also just shared his new single “Wild and Free,” a blend of acoustic guitar and synthesizers that arrives with a music video.

Omar Apollo Shares New Single 'Archetype'
Omar Apollo Shares New Single 'Archetype'
July 15, 2022

Following the release of his highly-anticipated debut album IVORY earlier this year and his widely successful Desvelado tour, Omar Apollo returns to share a brand new single in 'Archetype.' The new track is a ballad that finds Omar sailing through a downtempo beat punctuated by loud-soft-loud dynamics in the production.

ABISHA Shares Sophomore EP 'Everything Falls Into Place'
ABISHA Shares Sophomore EP 'Everything Falls Into Place'
July 15, 2022

The record navigates through intimate themes of personal growth and relationships with empowering confidence and optimism. Every song invites her audience to indulge in the spontaneous and playful style of her craft that showcase her versatility in taking the garage genre to reinvigorating territories. 

Demi Lovato Drops Pop-Punk Anthem 'Substance'
Demi Lovato Drops Pop-Punk Anthem 'Substance'
July 15, 2022

GRAMMY-nominated global superstar Demi Lovato has released their new single “Substance” – the pop-punk anthem is the second song off their forthcoming 8th studio album HOLY FVCK. The official music video, directed by Cody Critcheloe (SSION), nods to the late 90s and early 2000s pop-punk music videos but with a modern twist.



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