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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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Pure Noise Records & Pabst Blue Ribbon Present 'Dead Formats Volume 1'
Pure Noise Records & Pabst Blue Ribbon Present 'Dead Formats Volume 1'
July 5, 2022

Pure Noise Records and Pabst Blue Ribbon have teamed up to present ‘Dead Formats Volume 1’, a 15-track compilation featuring the Pure Noise Records roster. Listen to Drug Church’s take on “Someday I Suppose” originally by The Mighty Mighty Bosstones and Microwave’s cover of “Santeria” by Sublime now!

Your Grandparents Drop Electro-Funk Single 'Pootie Tang (G.T.K.Y.)'
Your Grandparents Drop Electro-Funk Single 'Pootie Tang (G.T.K.Y.)'
July 5, 2022

Fresh off the release of their collaboration with Amindi (“Somebody Told Me”), the R&B/Hip-Hop trio Your Grandparents are back with a new single “Pootie Tang (G.T.K.Y.)” available to stream now on all digital platforms via The Orchard. The track is the latest taste from Your Grandparents’ new project following the lead single, “Somebody Told Me.'

Mikey Rotten Drops Explosive New EP 'Hardly Human'
Mikey Rotten Drops Explosive New EP 'Hardly Human'
July 5, 2022

Led by the darkly enticing single and music video 'Demonstrate,' featuring underground legend XAVIER WULF and shot by GREG LEWIS, KILLSHOT, and THE REEL MJ & QUINTIN LAMB, the VOLT produced Hardly Human is the summer detonation bound to terrify parents and inflame fans throughout 2022!

Rock Da House Drops 'I Don't Know El Chapo'
Rock Da House Drops 'I Don't Know El Chapo'
July 5, 2022

Canadian Hip hop artist and entrepreneur, Rock Da House dropped his new single “I Don’t Know EL Chapo” available now on all platforms.  The Canadian hit maker currently has two singles on iTunes, ‘For My City’ & ‘Make It Rain’. Rock has been a mainstay in the music industry between Toronto and New York for many years.

OHP Taps Into 90s Pop Madness with Metal Cover of SPICE GIRLS Mega-Hit 'Wannabe'
OHP Taps Into 90s Pop Madness with Metal Cover of SPICE GIRLS Mega-Hit 'Wannabe'
July 5, 2022

Israel born and LA based heavy rock artist OHP (OREN HALMUT) has invaded 90s pop nostalgia with his brutal #metalcover of mega-popular girls band SPICE GIRLS hit single, 'Wannabe'. Originally premiered on METAL INSIDER, is just the newest in the enigmatic artist's YouTube revelations, which fans should explore, like, and follow.

Ally Walker's Directing Debut FAR MORE Lands on Top Streaming Platforms
Ally Walker's Directing Debut FAR MORE Lands on Top Streaming Platforms
July 5, 2022

Libelula Productions, LLC. presents, 'Far More,' which will begin streaming on Apple TV, Google Play/YouTubeTV, Vudu, and Amazon Prime. 'Far More' stars Adrian Grenier ('CLICKBAIT') as Sean McCallister, a successful fashion designer who returns home after a long absence to see his terminally-ill brother, played by Bailey Chase ('LONGMIRE'). 

CAPITAL THEATRE Unleash A HERO'S JOURNEY Album & July Tour
CAPITAL THEATRE Unleash A HERO'S JOURNEY Album & July Tour
July 5, 2022

Recorded with Grammy Award-winning Mike Clink (Guns N’ Roses, Steve Vai), the phenomenal freshman release has unleashed several already viral videos, including 'Fait Accompli'! Produced, directed and edited by Brian Cox, and co-directed by Jena N. Serbu, 'Fait Accompli' has stunned fans, with over 3 million views since its June 24th unveiling.

Roxy Music's 'The Best Of...' to Be Released on Vinyl for the First Time
Roxy Music's 'The Best Of...' to Be Released on Vinyl for the First Time
July 5, 2022

Marking the very first time a ROXY MUSIC collection has been made available on vinyl, this iconic collection of songs will be available on 2LP 180-gram black vinyl and limited yellow vinyl D2C exclusive editions. Both include restored and enhanced artwork, lyrics, and have been remastered at half-speed by Miles Showell at Abbey Road Studios.

Wydlerness Share New Single 'Chet Chat'
Wydlerness Share New Single 'Chet Chat'
July 5, 2022

Arriving as a third and final glimpse into their upcoming sophomore album, Wylderness have unleashed a new cut: “Chet Chat”. Boasting their knack for creating sprawling soundscapes and deeply textured instrumentals, Wylderness’ latest offering arrives as the band gear up to release their long-awaited second album ‘Big Plans For A Blue World’

Kate Miller-Heidke Announces Didirri as Special Guest on 'Child In Reverse Tour'
Kate Miller-Heidke Announces Didirri as Special Guest on 'Child In Reverse Tour'
July 5, 2022

Frontier Touring announces singer-songwriter extraordinaire, Didirri, will step in as special guest on all 11-dates of Kate Miller-Heidke's Child In Reverse Tour which kicks off at Perth’s Concert Hall tomorrow, Wednesday 6 July. Emily Wurramara has withdrawn for reasons relating to mental health.

If U Take Me Home Drops New Single 'Drag'
If U Take Me Home Drops New Single 'Drag'
July 5, 2022

Constantly finding new ways to reflect himself and the ever-changing world through music, his influences span wide. Finding familial comfort in R&B, his inspirations include the likes of PARTYNEXTDOOR, The Weeknd and Majid Jordan. Mix in earlier pop-punk influences from Sum 41 and Blink 182, and you form the foundations of Benward’s endeavors. 

The Krayolas Unleash Lost 'Bubblegum Soul' Debut Album 'Happy Go Lucky' on Neon Orange Vinyl
The Krayolas Unleash Lost 'Bubblegum Soul' Debut Album 'Happy Go Lucky' on Neon Orange Vinyl
July 5, 2022

Box Records and Saustex bring you ‘Happy Go Lucky’ the second archival release from San Antonio‘s Krayolas. The first single from the album is ‘All of the Time’ - songwriter, vocalist and guitarist Hector Saldana recalls: “All of the Time” was a favorite of Kim Fowley (Runaways manager/producer) and Greg Shaw (Bomp! Magazine & Records).

VIDEO: Sara Bareilles on How Starring in INTO THE WOODS Compares to WAITRESS
VIDEO: Sara Bareilles on How Starring in INTO THE WOODS Compares to WAITRESS
July 5, 2022

Sara Bareilles sat down on CBS Mornings to discuss starring in the new Broadway revival of Into the Woods. Watch the video as Bareilles discusses the show's importance and how it's 'timely' in our country's current social climate, a possible third season of Girls5Eva and revealed her favorite song that she has written.

Harry Brandrick's THE OUT Starring Allan Mustafa to World Premiere at the Oscar-Qualifying Indyshorts Film Festival
Harry Brandrick's THE OUT Starring Allan Mustafa to World Premiere at the Oscar-Qualifying Indyshorts Film Festival
July 5, 2022

Writer/Director Harry Brandrick’s THE OUT is a poignant and personal story as his own father battled with drug addiction for most of his life. Processing this relationship provided the seed for this story which follows a recovering heroin addict who is trying to get his life back together after leaving a penitentiary.

Alana Hutton-Shaw's FINDING DAD to Premiere at IndyShorts
Alana Hutton-Shaw's FINDING DAD to Premiere at IndyShorts
July 5, 2022

The film was inspired by the director’s own experiences of searching for her biological dad and the film is set in London’s East End, on the exact same street, where she found him. After an already impressive run on the festival circuit, this must-see film will screen at the Oscar-qualifying Indyshorts Film Festival. 

Enhypen Make Comeback With Third Mini-Album 'Manifesto : Day 1'
Enhypen Make Comeback With Third Mini-Album 'Manifesto : Day 1'
July 5, 2022

Now based on this awakening, MANIFESTO : DAY 1 paints a portrait of the boys taking control of their own lives and drawing a new future for themselves through six genre-spanning tracks: lead single “Future Perfect (Pass the MIC)”, “WALK THE LINE”, “ParadoXXX Invasion”, “TFW (That Feeling When)”, “SHOUT OUT”, and “Foreshadow”.

VIDEO: OAKMAN Unveils Music Video for 'Murder'
VIDEO: OAKMAN Unveils Music Video for 'Murder'
July 5, 2022

France based pop/rock trio, OAKMAN releases the music video for their latest single, “Murder,” out now via Rude Records. The video, directed by Aurélien Mariat, follows lead singer Marine as she hunts down a man who previously tried to kill her. Through the dense forest, Marine turns the tide on her would-be-assassin in a intense allegory of abuse.

VIDEO: Grace Davies Shares Empowering Music Video For 'WOLVES'
VIDEO: Grace Davies Shares Empowering Music Video For 'WOLVES'
July 5, 2022

Grace Davies has unveiled the official music video for her triumphant new single, ‘Wolves’, a rip-roaring power-punch to the past and a life-affirming ode to owning your mistakes. Along with the release, Grace has announced her first ever headline show at St. Pancras Old Church, London, taking place on 18th August 2022.

RokIsland Fest 2023 Adds Vince Neil To Lineup
RokIsland Fest 2023 Adds Vince Neil To Lineup
July 5, 2022

The second annual RokIsland Fest 2023 has added hard rock icon Vince Neil to its lineup, January 17-21 in Key West, FL. The Mötley Crüe frontman joins previously announced performers Styx, Tesla, Loverboy, 38 Special, Queensrÿche, Extreme, Stephen Pearcy the voice of Ratt, Stryper, Steven Adler of Guns N’ Roses, Quiet Riot, Enuff Z’Nuff and more.

Levellers Announce 2023 Acoustic Tour of UK Theatres
Levellers Announce 2023 Acoustic Tour of UK Theatres
July 5, 2022

Five years after they set out on their acclaimed 2018 Acoustic Tour, and released its companion album We The Collective, The Levellers will embark upon a brand new Acoustic Tour in 2023 which will be accompanied by a new album of acoustic reworkings of some of their finest compositions, further details of which will be announced in due course.



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