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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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KOKOKO! Share New Tracks 'Polo Muneni' & 'Nassanilni'
KOKOKO! Share New Tracks 'Polo Muneni' & 'Nassanilni'
July 6, 2022

Kinshasa collective KOKOKO! share two brand new singles “Polo Muneni' and “Nassanilni”, out digitally now on Transgressive Records. The collective are currently touring and will be performing these new songs as part of their exhilarating live set. Upcoming live dates also include an appearance at London’s Pitchfork Music Festival.

VIDEO: Hollywood Undead Release New Music Video 'City Of The Dead'
VIDEO: Hollywood Undead Release New Music Video 'City Of The Dead'
July 6, 2022

Hollywood Undead are inviting everyone to “…Another Glorious Day In The City Of The Dead”. The video, Directed by Brian Cox (Bring Me The Horizon, The Used) is set in the band’s interpretation of the “City Of The Dead”, in which the five bandmates mind their days in a Beetlejuice-inspired, twisted world where all things dead have another life.

Saxophonist Lynn Riley & The World-Mix Share 'Head To The Sky'
Saxophonist Lynn Riley & The World-Mix Share 'Head To The Sky'
July 6, 2022

Philadelphia homegrown Jazz meets World-Music to inspire this collection of original compositions and distinctive classics. Lynn Riley and her band The World-Mix are known for melding captivating melodies with driving funk and world rhythms and their third release does not disappoint.

Tom Chaplin Announces New Solo Album 'Midpoint'
Tom Chaplin Announces New Solo Album 'Midpoint'
July 6, 2022

Produced by Ethan Johns, this emotionally charged collection features thirteen brand new songs. On the title track, Tom’s voice soars, painting a picture of a man who is both bemused and confused with thoughts of his midlife. These feelings are beautifully captured in an evocative film starring Niamh Cusack, directed by Lucy Bridger.

VIDEO: Liz Cass Releases 'Shaken' Lyric Video
VIDEO: Liz Cass Releases 'Shaken' Lyric Video
July 6, 2022

‘Shaken’ is the latest song to be taken from her forthcoming debut album The Words, which also features previously released singles ‘Human’ and ‘Killers’. The tracks are a beautiful display of the heartfelt songwriting of Liz Cass, a singer who propels her songs straight from the soul.

Set It Off Announce 2022 Headline Tour Dates
Set It Off Announce 2022 Headline Tour Dates
July 6, 2022

The band has announced the Welcome to Elsewhere Tour Part 2. This leg will feature support from Oxymorrons, Rain City Drive, Concrete Castles, and Weathers. The tour kicks off on August 30 in Montreal and runs through September 27 in Seattle. Set It Off will also appear with Sum 41 and Simple Plan at four dates in late August.

DJ Khaled Reveals Title of New Album 'God Did'
DJ Khaled Reveals Title of New Album 'God Did'
July 6, 2022

Recently, Khaled has teased the release of new music with a series of posts on social media joined by the likes of Drake, Future, Lil Baby and more in the studio. He’s stirring up anticipation to a fever pitch and will deliver anthems yet again. He immediately set social media on fire with the announcement of the album’s name.

STRABE Share New Track 'Reality Dreaming' From Debut Mixtape 'Juvenoia'
STRABE Share New Track 'Reality Dreaming' From Debut Mixtape 'Juvenoia'
July 6, 2022

Strabe dropped new track 'Reality Dreaming', as well as confirming details of their first ever headline shows. The alt-pop duo will headline The Grace in London on September 6th, as well as playing two Scottish dates at Broadcast in Glasgow on August 26th and Sneaky Pete’s in Edinburgh on August  27th (tickets are on sale now).

VIDEO: Bernadette Peters Describes Her First Time Meeting Stephen Sondheim on LIVE
VIDEO: Bernadette Peters Describes Her First Time Meeting Stephen Sondheim on LIVE
July 6, 2022

Bernadette Peters sat down with Ryan Seacrest and Kelly Ripa this morning to discuss her upoming Broadway Barks event. During the interview, Peters discussed her performance of 'Children Will Listen' at the 75th Annual Tony Awards honoring the late Stephen Sondheim. Peters also revealed the first time that she had met Sondheim.

VIDEO: Karine Hannah Releases Music Video of Def Leppard's 'Hysteria'
VIDEO: Karine Hannah Releases Music Video of Def Leppard's 'Hysteria'
July 6, 2022

New York-based recording artist releases a stunning music video of Def Leppard's 'Hysteria.' Karine Hannah’s “Hysteria” music video is the perfect accompaniment to a vocally powerful track. Hannah stands tall at the microphone and sings her heart out. The muted blue and orange lighting add a certain peacefulness to the track.

Claude Releases New Single 'roses'
Claude Releases New Single 'roses'
July 6, 2022

Claude—the Chicago based existential dream pop solo project of Claudia Ferme—today shared “roses”, their second and final single off their upcoming debut full-length, a lot’s gonna change, produced with Michael Mac (Tenci, Tasha, Devin Shaffer, Mia Joy) and out August 12th, 2022 via American Dreams Records.

Reckling Announces New EP & Shares 'In My Hair' Single
Reckling Announces New EP & Shares 'In My Hair' Single
July 6, 2022

Los Angeles punk-leaning four-piece Reckling (led by Kelsey Reckling) is back with the announcement of their forthcoming EP, Human Nature. The new project is introduced with the release of its first single, 'In My Hair,' released alongside an accompanying music video directed by Ambar Navarro.

Director's Edition of STAR TREK Film Will Be Released on Blu-Ray
Director's Edition of STAR TREK Film Will Be Released on Blu-Ray
July 6, 2022

The film will also be released in a Limited-Edition Collector’s Set entitled “The Complete Adventure,” which includes the new Director’s Edition, the theatrical cut, and a special longer cut all on 4K Ultra HD along with special features on Blu-ray.  In addition, Star Trek: The Original Motion Picture Collection will also be released.

Coyle Girelli Announces 'Stripped' Album with 'Fireworks'
Coyle Girelli Announces 'Stripped' Album with 'Fireworks'
July 6, 2022

The 7-song collection of stripped-down, acoustic performances follows his latest full-length Funland which arrived earlier this year. Stripped, features tracks from his debut album, Love Kills and, Funland, along with two covers of First Aid Kit's 'Fireworks,' and Leonard Cohen's 'Famous Blue Raincoat,' that were released today.

Mariel Buckley Releases New Single 'Driving Around'
Mariel Buckley Releases New Single 'Driving Around'
July 6, 2022

Singer-songwriter Mariel Buckley is releasing a new single “Driving Around” via streaming platforms and as a live, full-band performance via YouTube. Buckley previously announced her forthcoming album Everywhere I Used to Be, out next month via Birthday Cake Records, along with a lead single “Shooting at the Moon.”

VIDEO: Netflix Debuts WEDDING SEASON Film Trailer
VIDEO: Netflix Debuts WEDDING SEASON Film Trailer
July 6, 2022

Netflix has shared the trailer for Wedding Season. Pressured by their parents to find spouses, Asha (Pallavi Sharda) and Ravi (Suraj Sharma) pretend to date in order to survive a summer of weddings— but find themselves falling for each other as they struggle to balance who they are with who their parents want them to be.

The Midnight Release Transcendent New Single 'Avalanche'
The Midnight Release Transcendent New Single 'Avalanche'
July 6, 2022

The Midnight has released new single “Avalanche” today – the third from the band’s forthcoming new studio album Heroes. Started by Southern-born singer-songwriter Tyler Lyle and Danish-bred drummer and producer Tim McEwan, The Midnight is rounded out by Lelia Broussard on bass, Royce Whittaker on guitar, and Justin Klunk on saxophone and synth.

The Lounge Society Share New Track 'No Driver'
The Lounge Society Share New Track 'No Driver'
July 6, 2022

The Lounge Society have shared “No Driver”, the latest single to be taken from their anticipated debut album Tired of Liberty. “No Driver” follows last month’s lead single “Blood Money”, and once again sees the band push their sound with foot-to-the-floor intensity. It also broadens the scope of what we have previously heard the band write about.

zzzahara Shares New Song 'Bulletproof' With Mareux
zzzahara Shares New Song 'Bulletproof' With Mareux
July 6, 2022

Rising Los Angeles-based queer guitarist and songwriter zzzahara shares a new song, “bulletproof” featuring Los Angeles-based musician and producer Mareux, alongside a video. The new track is taken from their forthcoming debut album as a solo artist, out later this year on Lex Records, and follows the first offering “get out of la.”

Dropkick Murphys Release New Single 'Two 6's Upside Down'
Dropkick Murphys Release New Single 'Two 6's Upside Down'
July 6, 2022

The video for 'Two 6's Upside Down' finds Dropkick Murphys performing the song while gathered around the Woody Guthrie statue in Woody's native Okemah, OK, interspersed with footage of the band debuting the song before enthusiastic European festival crowds this summer. The clip was directed by Dave Stauble.






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