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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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JORDANA Shares New Single Before Album Release On Friday
JORDANA Shares New Single Before Album Release On Friday
May 17, 2022

Today she shares one more single and music video before the album is out in its entirety. Following the impossibly catchy “Catch My Drift,” the spare pop gem “Pressure Point,” and the 90s alt-rock pop homage “To The Ground” is “Go Slow.” The ascendant, titular track brings us to the heart of this album.

Netflix Announces Tom Brady Roast
Netflix Announces Tom Brady Roast
May 17, 2022

Netflix today announced that it will roast Tom Brady, sixth round NFL draft pick and avocado ice cream aficionado. The roast will be the first in a series of new Netflix specials, Greatest Roasts of All Time: GROAT. Brady will serve as executive producer in a multi-roast deal, following his next season in the NFL. 

Thrice Release New Tracks 'Dead Wake' and 'Scavengers' (Acoustic)
Thrice Release New Tracks 'Dead Wake' and 'Scavengers' (Acoustic)
May 17, 2022

After a wildly successful past year following the release of their latest album Horizons/East, California rock band Thrice are returning with a brand new single “Dead Wake” via Epitaph Records. “Dead Wake” carries the same introspective themes and warm, complex instrumentals that Thrice used so often throughout Horizons/East.

Journey Release New Single 'Let It Rain'
Journey Release New Single 'Let It Rain'
May 17, 2022

Emerging from the pandemic with a supercharged new studio line-up, “Let It Rain” will be followed by an epic, fifteen-track set of new original songs that brings back the grand scale of the group’s greatest moments, along with updated and bold new directions and sounds.

Rapport Share New Single 'Going Nowhere'
Rapport Share New Single 'Going Nowhere'
May 17, 2022

Toronto-based synth-pop band Rapport are pleased to announce news of their forthcoming EP Floating Through The Wonderwave through Arbutus Records. Alongside this news they have shared lead cut “Going Nowhere” – a shimmering ‘80s pop-emanating reflection on the internal nuance of imbalanced relationships – and its accompanying video. 

The Man In Black Announces 19-Date North American Fall Tour
The Man In Black Announces 19-Date North American Fall Tour
May 17, 2022

Following a 12-show residency at the Montreal Casino in August, The Man In Black will hit the road on August 26 stopping in such markets including Albany, Uncasville, Annapolis, Red Bank, Glenside, Lancaster, Pittsburgh, Milwaukee and Minneapolis before wrapping with a two-night stand in Quebec City on November 10 and 11.

Friendship Announce New Album 'Love The Stranger'
Friendship Announce New Album 'Love The Stranger'
May 17, 2022

Philly-based Friendship recently announced their signing to Merge Records, and today they are excited to reveal that they will release their first album for the label. Titled Love the Stranger, the LP was co-produced by the band and Bradford Krieger. It will be available on CD, LP, and opaque “blue galaxy” Peak Vinyl. Plus, check out tour dates!

Fantastic Cat Signs to Blue Rose Music & Announces Debut Album 'The Very Best Of Fantastic Cat' Out July 29
Fantastic Cat Signs to Blue Rose Music & Announces Debut Album 'The Very Best Of Fantastic Cat' Out July 29
May 17, 2022

Today, Fantastic Cat officially announces their debut record and signing to Blue Rose Music with the release of the surreal music video for “C’mon Armageddon,'' starring actor Marc Geller, who you may recognize as the mysterious Kier Eagan from the hit Apple TV+ show Severance.

Karen Ann Hunter Releases New Single 'Sweet Love Of Mine'
Karen Ann Hunter Releases New Single 'Sweet Love Of Mine'
May 17, 2022

Beginning with band work in the UK, moving on to a wide range of experience as a session singer. Her first label signing was with disco king Giorgio Moroder in Munich, Germany in 1976, this included a single release called “Dr Funk (with Smiley)” plus a session for Giorgio on one of his own disco hits “I Wanna Funk with you Tonight.”

Rap Superstar Kevin Gates Announces 'Big Lyfe Tour' Dates
Rap Superstar Kevin Gates Announces 'Big Lyfe Tour' Dates
May 17, 2022

Gates – who recently debuted “Big Lyfe” to a sold-out crowd of more than 9,500 at Morrison, CO’s world-famous Red Rocks Amphitheatre – will celebrate KHAZA with the epic “Big Lyfe Tour,” getting underway August 18 at Dallas, TX’s The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory and then continuing into mid-October.

Madman's Lullaby Releases 'Nocturnal Overdrive Part 2' EP
Madman's Lullaby Releases 'Nocturnal Overdrive Part 2' EP
May 17, 2022

Madman's Lullaby announces the release of their brand new EP 'Nocturnal Overdrive Part 2' on Australia's MR Records. The first single 'Falling' is picking up action at radio, debuting at #207 on the Billboard Mainstream Rock chart and the #7 Most Added track on the Metal Contraband chart.

Drive-by Truckers Share New Song 'The Driver'
Drive-by Truckers Share New Song 'The Driver'
May 17, 2022

A hypnotic introduction to the album’s sprawling autobiography, “The Driver” kicks off Welcome 2 Club XIII with a darkly thrilling epic punctuated with lead-heavy riffs and Mississippi-bred singer-songwriter Schaefer Llana’s unearthly backing vocals. Watch the video for the new track now! Plus, check out upcoming tour dates.

Queen Kwong Releases New Single 'Without You, Whatever'
Queen Kwong Releases New Single 'Without You, Whatever'
May 17, 2022

Queen Kwong (a.k.a. Carré Kwong Callaway) shares her latest single “Without You, Whatever” from her forthcoming Joe Cardamone (The Icarus Line / Dark Mark vs Skeleton Joe) produced album Couples Only, via Sonic Rituall. It follows “On The Run,” which featured keys and synths by Roger O'Donnell (The Cure).

Dida Pelled Releases New Single 'Melody' Along With B-Side Track 'Skinny'
Dida Pelled Releases New Single 'Melody' Along With B-Side Track 'Skinny'
May 17, 2022

Brooklyn-based artist Dida Pelled announces her new album Love Of The Tiger and releases her new single “Melody” as well as b-side track “Skinny.' Pelled is widely regarded as the greatest jazz guitarist this side of the Mississippi. As her jazz star rose, she felt a pull toward classic American songwriting.

Sean 'Diddy' Combs Announces Jozzy as First Artist Signed to Love Records
Sean 'Diddy' Combs Announces Jozzy as First Artist Signed to Love Records
May 17, 2022

Jozzy has made a name for herself in the music industry as a songwriter and producer  having penned hits such as Billy Ray Cyrus's verse on Lil Nas X's 'Old Town Road,' as well as tracks for Summer Walker, Mary J. Blige, Pharrell Williams and Coldplay, Jozzy is now preparing to fully embrace her artistry in her own right.

)) R.I.S.E. (( Announces Debut Album 'Waves of Possibility'
)) R.I.S.E. (( Announces Debut Album 'Waves of Possibility'
May 16, 2022

)) R.I.S.E. (( is a Brooklyn-based collective made up of healing artists: Boshko Boskovic, Gabriel Wade and Rebecca Nison. )) R.I.S.E. (( is an acronym for Reiki-Infused Sound Experiences. Produced and released by Muse Music, their debut album, WAVES OF POSSIBILITY blends ambient sound, chanting, psychedelia, spoken word, and instrumentation.

Kali Uchis Wins Top Latin Female Artist & Top Latin Song at Billboard Music Awards
Kali Uchis Wins Top Latin Female Artist & Top Latin Song at Billboard Music Awards
May 16, 2022

Additionally, Uchis is nominated for six Latin American Music Awards this year for New Artist of the Year, Song of the Year for “telepatía,” Favorite Artist – Female, Favorite Artist – Pop, Favorite Song – Pop for “telepatía” and Viral Song of the Year for “telepatía.”

Sara Bareilles & Ben Platt to Perform on AMERICAN IDOL Season 20 Finale
Sara Bareilles & Ben Platt to Perform on AMERICAN IDOL Season 20 Finale
May 16, 2022

Season 20 of “American Idol” will conduced with performances from Sara Bareilles and Ben Platt. The finale episode is set to also include performances from Carrie Underwood, Katy Perry, Luke Bryan, Lionel Richie, James Arthur, Gabby Barrett, Michael Bublé, Earth, Wind & Fire, Melissa Etheridge, Flo Rida, Thomas Rhett, Tai Verdes and more.

BWW Exclusive: Gavin Lee Discusses Creating His Squidward Costume on 'SpongeBob BingePants' Podcast
BWW Exclusive: Gavin Lee Discusses Creating His Squidward Costume on 'SpongeBob BingePants' Podcast
May 18, 2022

Gavin LeeGavin Lee and Danny Skinner joined Frankie Grande and Hector Navarro on a new episode of their SpongeBob BingePants podcast to discuss their time in SpongeBob SquarePants: The Broadway Musical. BroadwayWorld has an exclusive snippet of Lee discussing his fake Squidward legs that he wore in the production.

MotorTrend+ Announces Season Two of TOP GEAR AMERICA
MotorTrend+ Announces Season Two of TOP GEAR AMERICA
May 16, 2022

TOP GEAR AMERICA’s second season on MotorTrend+, based on the U.S. format of the popular show from BBC Studios, launches America’s birthday weekend celebration with a special two-episode premiere that finds the guys invoking the spirit of Evel Knievel on Montana’s roadways, as well as going electric in the Pacific Northwest.



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