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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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Vieux Farka Touré Releases New Single 'Ngala Kaourene'
Vieux Farka Touré Releases New Single 'Ngala Kaourene'
May 11, 2022

Touré—who is known as the “Hendrix of the Sahara” and the son of the late Desert Blues pioneer Ali Farka Touré—spent two years making Les Racines, representing a deep reconnection with the Songhai music of Northern Mali known as Desert Blues, made famous by his father. Watch the music video for the new album now!

VIDEO: Vonica Releases 'Some Swim Some Pray' Music Video
VIDEO: Vonica Releases 'Some Swim Some Pray' Music Video
May 11, 2022

Vonica is sharing his new single/video 'Some Swim Some Pray' (ft. Bernardo) which is the final single ahead of his forthcoming EP. The track is from Vonica's If You're New Here Dance E. ICYMI, check out the video for the Felix hot Chip remix of Vonica's 'If You're New Here Dance.'

Two Friends Release 'Wish You Were Here' Featuring John K
Two Friends Release 'Wish You Were Here' Featuring John K
May 11, 2022

Pop-Dance producers and DJ duo Two Friends, recently signed for management by SALXCO, are celebrating the release of their latest single “Wish You Were Here” ft. John K via the newly minted Helix Records label. The track features a vocal contribution from acclaimed songwriter and vocalist John K. Plus, check out upcoming tour dates!

Katie Alice Greer Shares New Single 'Dreamt I Talk To Horses'
Katie Alice Greer Shares New Single 'Dreamt I Talk To Horses'
May 11, 2022

Katie Alice Greer shares new single, “Dreamt I Talk To Horses,” the latest from her debut solo record Barbarism. “Dreamt I Talked To Horses” follows lead single “FITS/My Love Can’t Be” and its Network inspired video which came with the album’s announcement in April. Watch the lyric video for the new single now!

Rich Ruth Shares First Track From Upcoming Album
Rich Ruth Shares First Track From Upcoming Album
May 11, 2022

Mixed by renowned Chicago producer/engineer John McEntire (Tortoise, The Sea and Cake, Stereolab), I Survived, It’s Over is heralded by today’s premiere of the opening track, “Taken Back,” in which sitar, shells, and bass are slowly joined by piercing lead guitar, synth blasts and drums as the track bursts open into psychedelic orbit.

Bonnie Raitt Announces 'Just Like That' Tour Dates
Bonnie Raitt Announces 'Just Like That' Tour Dates
May 11, 2022

Bonnie Raitt will return to the live stage with Just Like That… a national tour in 2022 that just launched in April, running through November which includes music from her brand new studio album, ‘Just Like That...’ and has captured the attention of fans and critics alike while it scores on sales charts, radio airplay and DSP playlists nationwide.

Electronic Duo Hermitude Release Latest Album 'Mirror Mountain'
Electronic Duo Hermitude Release Latest Album 'Mirror Mountain'
May 10, 2022

Consisting of Luke Dubber (a.k.a. Luke Dubs) and Angus Stuart (a.k.a. El Gusto), Billboard-chart topping outfit Hermitude have been releasing music since the turn of the century, drawing widespread critical acclaim and soldout headline shows around the world. They have since released six albums, most recently last year’s Pollyanarchy. 

RLJE Films and Shudder Acquire THE REEF: STALKED for Summer Release
RLJE Films and Shudder Acquire THE REEF: STALKED for Summer Release
May 10, 2022

Written and directed by Andrew Traucki (Black Water) as a follow up to his 2010 film, The Reef, THE REEF: STALKED stars Teressa Liane (“The Vampire Diaries”), Ann Truong (“Cowboy Bebop”), Saskia Archer (Boshack), Kate Lister (“Clickbait”) and Tim Ross (“Wonderland”).

Camila Cabello Announces 'Hasta Los Dientes' With Maria Becerra
Camila Cabello Announces 'Hasta Los Dientes' With Maria Becerra
May 10, 2022

The album was released in April alongside a new music video for 'Psychofreak' featuring WILLOW. The album also features collaborations with Ed Sheeran and Youtel. Cabello released the album's lead single, 'Don't Go Yet', in July. 'Oh Na Na' was released in October. Cabello recently starred as the title role in Amazon Prime's Cinderella.

Ty Dolla $ign Joins Billboard MusicCon as Saturday Headliner
Ty Dolla $ign Joins Billboard MusicCon as Saturday Headliner
May 10, 2022

Confirmed panels and participants at Friday’s Summit include: “Don’t F*ck with Ukraine!” with Ukrainian artist Max Barskih; “The Explosion of Afro-Fusion” with Burna Boy; “The Future of Reggaeton” with Rauw Alejandro; “The Future of Hip Hop” with Latto, and “A Decade of Touring” with Machine Gun Kelly

Canadian Pop-Country Artist Sylvia Kay Releases New Single 'Legacy'
Canadian Pop-Country Artist Sylvia Kay Releases New Single 'Legacy'
May 10, 2022

There’s that wistful, scary realization many of us have on the cusp of becoming adults that nothing – absolutely nothing – is going to stay the same. Canadian pop-country songbird Sylvia Kay captures that heady mix of emotions so beautifully in her new single “Legacy” — available now. 

VIDEO: Apple TV+ Debuts LOVELY LITTLE FARM Trailer
VIDEO: Apple TV+ Debuts LOVELY LITTLE FARM Trailer
May 10, 2022

Levi Howden stars as Jill, with Kassidi Roberts joining as Jacky, and the series also features the voice talents of Shirley Henderson (“Harry Potter” franchise, “Stan & Ollie”) as Quackety Duck Duck, Dominique Moore (“Thomas & Friends”) as Pickle Pony, Joel Fry (“Cruella,” “Paddington 2”) as Al Alpaca, and Canan Yildiz-Husbands as Bif & Bop.

Blues Rock Powerhouse The Record Company Announces Fall Tour Dates
Blues Rock Powerhouse The Record Company Announces Fall Tour Dates
May 10, 2022

The shows, which are scheduled to kick off in mid-August, will include stops in St. Louis, Nashville, Washington DC, New York City, Philadelphia, Boston, Minneapolis, Denver, Seattle, and San Francisco. A full list of confirmed dates can be found now, and more dates will be announced in the coming weeks.

Billy Strings Wraps-up Three Sold-Out Shows at Nashville's Ryman Auditorium
Billy Strings Wraps-up Three Sold-Out Shows at Nashville's Ryman Auditorium
May 10, 2022

GRAMMY Award-winning singer, songwriter and musician Billy Strings performed three sold-out shows at Nashville’s historic Ryman Auditorium this past weekend with special surprise guests Bryan Sutton (Friday), Bob Weir (Saturday and Sunday) and Les Claypool, Marty Stuart and Ronnie McCoury (Sunday).

Febueder Releases New Single 'Bootchie'
Febueder Releases New Single 'Bootchie'
May 10, 2022

With its shuffling percussion to the languid piano motifs, its jazzy inflections and brassy sunspots, the track recalls the off-kilter and obliquely-danceable productions of contemporaries like Gold Panda or Animal Collective, but hallmarked with Febueder’s understated sense of adventure. Watch the new music video now!

Mountainfilm Announces Full Film Lineup for 2022 Festival
Mountainfilm Announces Full Film Lineup for 2022 Festival
May 10, 2022

Attendees can look forward to 131 bold and inspiring films, including 31 features (19 of which are women produced or directed) and 96 shorts (43 of which are women produced or directed) curated into 11 programs, including award-worthy environmental, social justice and adventure-themed films.

OZARK Tops Netflix Viewership the Week of May 2
OZARK Tops Netflix Viewership the Week of May 2
May 10, 2022

The series was the most viewed title this week and was in the Top 10 in 81 countries. Season 1 also jumped onto the list at #7 with 13.64M hours viewed. Moving into the second spot (and into our hearts) is Grace and Frankie Season 7: The Final Episodes. Starring Lily Tomlin and Jane Fonda, the comedy pulled in 23.18M hours viewed.

SYFY Announces New and Returning Series
SYFY Announces New and Returning Series
May 10, 2022

New series include “Reginald the Vampire,” a dramedy based on Johnny B. Truant’s “Fat Vampire” book series and starring MCU veteran Jacob Batalon as Reginald Andres, and “The Ark,” a space-set survival drama from writer Dean Devlin that takes place 100 years in the future. Check out the new slate of content coming to SYFY now!

Chastity Brown Announces New Album 'Sing to the Walls'
Chastity Brown Announces New Album 'Sing to the Walls'
May 10, 2022

The album was started in Stockholm, Sweden with revered session drummer and producer Brady Blade, with the rest completed at Chastity’s own home studio with her longtime drummer Greg Schutte. Additional production and mixing was done by Chris Bell in Austin, Texas.

TAMRON HALL Scores Season High Ratings on Monday
TAMRON HALL Scores Season High Ratings on Monday
May 10, 2022

On Monday, April 25, 2022, “Tamron Hall” averaged 1.154 million Total Viewers to mark its most-watched telecast on any day this season. Monday’s episode featured guests DJ Envy and his wife, Gia Casey.



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