News on your favorite shows, specials & more!

Michael Major - Page 752

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.




LEARN MORE ABOUT Michael Major

First Show:

The Lion King

Favorite Show:

Hairspray

Favorite Stories:



Quarters of Change Release New Single 'Dead' Off Of Forthcoming Debut Album 'Into The Rift'
Quarters of Change Release New Single 'Dead' Off Of Forthcoming Debut Album 'Into The Rift'
July 1, 2022

Lower East Side quartet Quarters of Change unveil a new single 'Dead.' Arriving as the fourth single from their upcoming debut album Into The Rift, the breakout rockers have seen an exponential rise in all areas, including a 350% increase in streaming consumption year-to-date. Pre-save their new album now!

Naomi Alligator Releases New Album 'Double Knot'
Naomi Alligator Releases New Album 'Double Knot'
July 1, 2022

The album finds James wrestling with monolithic themes such as loneliness and yearning with an uncommon earnestness, as showcased by the album’s singles “Seasick,” “Blue For You,” and “Don’t Get It,” which all were accompanied by self-directed videos featuring James’ signature original animations.

Junior Varsity Unveil New Single 'Rushh'
Junior Varsity Unveil New Single 'Rushh'
July 1, 2022

The track channels 21st-century alternative and nineties pop-punk in equal measure with its genre-bending beat, earworm hook and acoustic guitar woven into the production. It captures the spirit of an endless summer and co-produced by the band and Jake Weinberg of CRITTER. The track also serves as the follow-up to “Share Ur Feelings.'

Gigi Rowe Releases New Track with TikTok Star Claybaby 'So Iconic'
Gigi Rowe Releases New Track with TikTok Star Claybaby 'So Iconic'
July 1, 2022

Last week, GIGI ROWE released two new tracks, both featured in Prime Video’s new dating show The One That Got Away, 'Borrowed Time' in the opening scene of the series and 'You Me and the Stars' was the backdrop for a romantic sparkler scene. Today, Gigi is unveiling “So Iconic,” a shimmery pop/disco dream single featuring TikTok star Claybaby.

Gyakie Teases Forthcoming EP With New Single 'For My Baby'
Gyakie Teases Forthcoming EP With New Single 'For My Baby'
July 1, 2022

“For My Baby” is a smooth-sounding R&B number following closely from her official year debut, ‘Something’ which was released penultimate week and went on to spark a wave of positive reactions from her fans and pundits in music who have had her on their radar whilst eagerly anticipating a new music drop since her last in 2021.

CHIEF STATE Release Debut Album 'Waiting For Your Colours'
CHIEF STATE Release Debut Album 'Waiting For Your Colours'
July 1, 2022

The journey to get here began with frontman Fraser Simpson, who at an impasse in his life, decided on a whim to leave his home in the UK for Japan in 2014 and eventually move to North America to form a band via Craigslist, where he connected with Nik Pang, Chloe Kavanagh, Justin Pham and Joseph Soderholm to create Chief State.

Seether Releases 'Si Vis Pacem, Para Bellum' Deluxe Edition
Seether Releases 'Si Vis Pacem, Para Bellum' Deluxe Edition
July 1, 2022

Seether releases the highly anticipated deluxe edition of their acclaimed 2020 album, Si Vis Pacem, Para Bellum. The expanded deluxe edition includes all twenty-one songs recorded during the SVPPB sessions along with the alternate version of “Wasteland,” originally featured on last year’s The Purgatory EP.

Lynda Carter Shares Epic Dave Audé Remix of 'Human and Divine'
Lynda Carter Shares Epic Dave Audé Remix of 'Human and Divine'
July 1, 2022

Lynda Carter, world renowned entertainer, singer-songwriter, producer, EMMY-winning star of TV and film and overall superhero, has made one of her fiercest moves yet collaborating with GRAMMY Award-winning producer/DJ Dave Audé (Lady Gaga, Ariana Grande).  

Jeris Johnson Releases a New Track Exclusively on Amazon 'Heal'
Jeris Johnson Releases a New Track Exclusively on Amazon 'Heal'
July 1, 2022

Jeris Johnson unveils an Amazon original track 'Heal.' The track was teased three years ago when Jeris was getting his start on TikTok. After getting early interest from Amazon, Jeris scoured his archives and jumped on the chance to finalize 'Heal.' While the verse vocals are re-recorded, the chorus vocals stem from the three-year-old original.

Sean Kingston Is Back With Afrobeat Pop Track 'Rihanna' (Umbrella)
Sean Kingston Is Back With Afrobeat Pop Track 'Rihanna' (Umbrella)
July 1, 2022

Sean Kingston has released his newest track, 'Rihanna; (Umbrella). The Afro-Beat fused with Reggae Pop track, produced by Ape Drums (who is 1/3 of the DJ/Production trio Major Lazer) is available for download and streaming on all DSPs. The song affirms his rightful place as one of the leading voices on the world music scene.

Grey Daze Debut Final Installment of 'The Creation of The Phoenix'
Grey Daze Debut Final Installment of 'The Creation of The Phoenix'
July 1, 2022

Dowdell, accompanied by bass player Mace Beyers and guitar player Cristin Davis, with producer Esjay Jones, and with the blessing of Bennington’s family, reconvened in late 2020, re-recording, and re-working the songs which initially appeared, in a very different form, on the band’s largely unknown mid-‘90s releases.

Little Big Town Releases New Song 'All Summer'
Little Big Town Releases New Song 'All Summer'
July 1, 2022

ACM, CMA and GRAMMY-winning band Little Big Town is releasing their latest song, “All Summer,” from their forthcoming 10th studio album.  The song is the follow-up to their most recent single, “Hell Yeah,” which has amassed more than 10 million streams since its April release. “All Summer” is from their forthcoming 10th studio album.

Sabrina Carpenter Unveils New Single 'Vicious'
Sabrina Carpenter Unveils New Single 'Vicious'
July 1, 2022

Beginning what promises to be an unforgettable summer, Sabrina Carpenter shares a new single entitled “Vicious”. Additionally, she reveals the details for the release of her anxiously awaited fifth full-length album and Island Records debut, Emails I Can’t Send. It arrives on the heels of her most recent single “Fast Times.”

Halsey Releases 'So Good (Stripped)'
Halsey Releases 'So Good (Stripped)'
July 1, 2022

“So Good” is being featured in a major Coca-Cola campaign this summer. In a new video for the single – available for viewing exclusively on Coke Studio – Halsey shares what inspires their music and art in general while offering a fresh spin on A-ha’s iconic “Take On Me” video. Listen to the new stripped-down version now!

Rare Americans Share New Single 'Lose My Cool'
Rare Americans Share New Single 'Lose My Cool'
June 30, 2022

Following the recently released single “Love Is All I Bring,” “Lose My Cool” comes on the heels of the Vancouver, BC band concluding the UK/European leg of their Screw Loose tour which has featured sold-out shows in Cologne, Manchester, Birmingham, and London as well as appearances at Pinkpop Festival in the Netherlands.

Brooklyn Funk Essentials Announces 'Scream'
Brooklyn Funk Essentials Announces 'Scream'
June 30, 2022

‘Scream’ is a syncopated groove wrapped by powerful Tower Of Power style horns and percussion, with lyrics that make a shout for freedom of expression. The track is the outcome of the pandemic on the band led by bassist and founder Lati Kronlund, who jammed, wrote and recorded music continuously together in their studio.

Sheryl Crow, Billie Eilish & Finneas, Paul McCartney & More Join NBC's Ukraine Benefit Special
Sheryl Crow, Billie Eilish & Finneas, Paul McCartney & More Join NBC's Ukraine Benefit Special
June 30, 2022

As previously announced, Broadway luminaries Rachel Bay Jones, Brenda Braxton, Liz Callaway, Lilla Crawford, Juwan Crawley, José Llana, Beth Malone, Andrea McArdle, Bonnie Milligan, Orfeh, Krysta Rodriguez, Seth Rudetsky, James Wesley and NaTasha Yvette Williams will come together for a special rendition of 'What the World Needs Now is Love.'

Freeform Picks Up THE WATCHFUL EYE Drama Series
Freeform Picks Up THE WATCHFUL EYE Drama Series
June 30, 2022

Emily Fox (“Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist”) is showrunner and executive producer. Ryan Seacrest Productions’ Ryan Seacrest, Nina Wass, Andrea Shay and Jeffrey Reiner serve as executive producers with Reiner (“Dirty John”) directing the pilot. The series is produced by ABC Signature.

Broadway Streaming Guide: July 2022 - Where to Watch HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL: THE SERIES & More New Releases!
Broadway Streaming Guide: July 2022 - Where to Watch HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL: THE SERIES & More New Releases!
July 2, 2022

From the new season of High School Musical: the Series to some Broadway favorites, such as Neil Patrick Harris, Lea Salonga, and Derek Klena, starring in new streaming shows, check out what's coming to streaming services this month! Look below to see what movies, television, music, and concerts you should tune into this July!

VIDEO: Lola Brooke Releases Music Video 'On My Mind'
VIDEO: Lola Brooke Releases Music Video 'On My Mind'
June 30, 2022

Lola Brooke makes her eturn by releasing the official music video to her magnetic single 'On My Mind.' The LVTRKEVIN (G Herbo, Rich The Kid, Lady London) directed music video made its world broadcast premiere via BET Jams courtesy of Team 80 Productions earlier today as the efficacious rising artist steps thoroughly into the forefront.



  …       752       …    




Videos