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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

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Hairspray

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Chris Bathgate Shares New Single 'Don't Look Back'
Chris Bathgate Shares New Single 'Don't Look Back'
April 14, 2022

Michigan songwriter Chris Bathgate returned last month after a half-decade away, releasing “Bruises” to announce The Significance of Peaches for a release via Quite Scientific. Today he shares another taste from his sixth full-length album, “Don’t Look Back,” along with a video. Watch the new music video now!

VIDEO: Tomberlin Releases Video for New Single 'Sunstruck'
VIDEO: Tomberlin Releases Video for New Single 'Sunstruck'
April 14, 2022

Tomberlin releases a video for “sunstruck,” an unconventional love song and the charming new single from her highly anticipated new album i don’t know who needs to hear this… The video was directed by Ryan Schnackenberg. Tomberlin is hitting the road this spring on US and EU tours. Check out the upcoming tour dates now!

The Kills Announce Double Album Reissue of 'No Wow'
The Kills Announce Double Album Reissue of 'No Wow'
April 14, 2022

The new Tchad Blake mix of the title track “No Wow” is out now with an accompanying music video directed by Sally Walker-Hudecki; it is an amalgamation of her Super 8 footage and the original 2005 video directed by Kenneth Cappello. Watch the new music video now!

Guccihighwaters Releases Major Label Debut Singles 'Crash My Car' & 'Devil on My Shoulder'
Guccihighwaters Releases Major Label Debut Singles 'Crash My Car' & 'Devil on My Shoulder'
April 14, 2022

guccihighwaters has announced his partnership with Elektra Music Group. To celebrate the announcement, he shared two brand new singles entitled 'Crash My Car' and 'Devil On My Shoulder.' Both tracks are available to stream and download beginning today. Watch a Brent Campanelli-directed official music video for “Crash My Car” below. 

Brian May Pays Tribute to Buddy Holly With 'Maybe Baby' Cover
Brian May Pays Tribute to Buddy Holly With 'Maybe Baby' Cover
April 14, 2022

Brian May's rare tribute version of Buddy Holly's rock 'n' roll classic 'Maybe Baby' is available for download and streaming from April 14, accompanied by an eye-catching new video. The clip comprises Brian “fan art,” with a colourful collection of fan-created images of the Queen guitar hero from throughout his stellar career.

Django Django Announce 10th Anniversary Reissue Of Their Self-Titled Debut Album
Django Django Announce 10th Anniversary Reissue Of Their Self-Titled Debut Album
April 14, 2022

DJANGO DJANGO - have announced a special 10th Anniversary Edition of their self-titled debut album. Hailed for its fresh take on psychedelic-tinged rock, its instrumental innovation and its enticing electronic flourishes, ‘Django Django’ set its eponymous makers apart from the pack when it was released back in 2012. 

Mary J. Blige to Receive the Icon Award at the Billboard Music Awards
Mary J. Blige to Receive the Icon Award at the Billboard Music Awards
April 14, 2022

Blige joins just ten other artists to ever receive the prestigious Billboard Icon Award, which recognizes outstanding artists who have achieved excellence on the Billboard Charts. Past recipients include Neil Diamond, Stevie Wonder, Prince, Jennifer Lopez, Celine Dion, Cher, Janet Jackson, Mariah Carey, Garth Brooks, and P!NK.

VNSSA Releases New EP 'Music4TheMasses'
VNSSA Releases New EP 'Music4TheMasses'
April 13, 2022

Led by the potent mixture of gritty house touches and surreal vocal samples on the title track “Music4TheMasses,” VNSSA opts for an instant tech-house anthem with the subsequent “Rave Party.” Listen to the new EP now!

Ariana DeBose to Executive Produce & Star in New Rom-Com TWO & ONLY
Ariana DeBose to Executive Produce & Star in New Rom-Com TWO & ONLY
April 13, 2022

Ariana DeBose has been announced to executive produce and star in Two and Only, a new romantic comedy written by Jen Rivas-DeLoose. The new film is being produced as a star vehicle for DeBose, described as 'My Best Friend’s Wedding with a bisexual Latinx POV.'

La Neve (Downtown Boys) Unleashes New Single 'Rough Music'
La Neve (Downtown Boys) Unleashes New Single 'Rough Music'
April 13, 2022

La Neve, the dance-punk project of Rhode Island-based musician, organizer and historian Joey La Neve DeFrancesco, is set to release their gripping new History Solved EP this Friday April 15. A special 200-copy limited edition vinyl pressing of the History Solved EP has just been announced with the pre-order also going up on April 15.

VIDEO: Doechii Delivers First Live Performance of 'Crazy'
VIDEO: Doechii Delivers First Live Performance of 'Crazy'
April 13, 2022

Top Dawg Entertainment (TDE) and Capitol Records’ new powerhouse talent Doechii brings her visual for “Crazy” to life in an over-the-top, jaw dropping live performance. Arriving on a box truck with a transparent cargo bed, Doechii showed off unconstrained power with her performance - proof that she's on her way to stardom. Watch the new performance now!

Defecting Grey Has Announced Their Debut Album 'Arc'
Defecting Grey Has Announced Their Debut Album 'Arc'
April 13, 2022

The band is comprised of brothers CJ and Vince Grogan (The Grievous Angels/Gigantic/Buzzed Meg) and Mike Polilli (Buzzkill/Atom Driver). A power trio with a penchant for buzzsaw melodicism in the tradition of Husker Du, The Minutemen, and The Jam, Defecting Grey's songs are as memorable as they are visceral.

Vanderwolf Releases New Single With Contributions from Robert Wyatt, Daevid Allen & Terry Edwards
Vanderwolf Releases New Single With Contributions from Robert Wyatt, Daevid Allen & Terry Edwards
April 13, 2022

The A side “When The Fire Grows Cold”, a piano-led nightmare-lullaby co-sung by the legendary musician-activist, Robert Wyatt. The B side is “Extinction!”, a 7-minute Balkan-brass psychedelic fantasy featuring the late, great Daevid Allen’s glissando guitar solo and the wonderful Terry Edwards (PJ Harvey, Lydia Lunch, Tindersticks) on saxophone.

Bailey James Pays Tribute to Her Late Brother in Her New Single 'The Crow'
Bailey James Pays Tribute to Her Late Brother in Her New Single 'The Crow'
April 13, 2022

Rising star Bailey James puts her vocal, lyrical, and instrumental prowess on full display with her latest single 'The Crow.' She breathes a new and unique sound in all of her music, but this track especially displays her ability to create a mood with sound. 'The Crow' is now available on all digital streaming platforms.

NBC's Dateline Announces THE REAL THING ABOUT PAM Special
NBC's Dateline Announces THE REAL THING ABOUT PAM Special
April 13, 2022

Watch a preview as correspondent Keith Morrison will report on the latest twists and turns in the case of Pam Hupp, who was charged last year in the murder of her close friend Betsy Faria. The case inspired the current NBC series The Thing About Pam. Plus, watch a preview of the Dateline special with Leah Askey.

Jillette Johnson Releases New Single 'Normal Kid'
Jillette Johnson Releases New Single 'Normal Kid'
April 13, 2022

Nashville-based artist Jillette Johnson released “Normal Kid,” her first new song of 2022. The song was co-written and produced by Joe Pisapia, who collaborated with Johnson on her critically acclaimed 2021 album It’s A Beautiful Day And I Love You. The music video was shot on a vintage Sony Betamax 88 camera.

State Champs Drops New Single 'Eventually'
State Champs Drops New Single 'Eventually'
April 13, 2022

Pop-punk powerhouses State Champs have shared their newest single and music video “Eventually.' Paired with a music video filled with behind-the-scenes footage, the dynamic track finds State Champs at the top of their game. Guest vocalists on their upcoming album include Ben Barlow, Chrissy Costanza, Mitchell Tenpenny, and Four Year Strong.

Richie Quake Recruits Anna Shoemaker for New Single 'Crawl'
Richie Quake Recruits Anna Shoemaker for New Single 'Crawl'
April 13, 2022

Singer-songwriter/producer Richie Quake has joined forces with Brooklyn, NY-based singer-songwriter Anna Shoemaker for “Crawl (Feat. Anna Shoemaker).' Fraught with shifting temporal energy, the track sees the two critically acclaimed artists, both on the precipice of fame, surrendering to reality as they hunt for success in the city they share.

American Roots Legend Peter Rowan Announces New Album on Rebel Records
American Roots Legend Peter Rowan Announces New Album on Rebel Records
April 13, 2022

Rebel Records is proud to announce a new album from pioneering American roots musician Peter Rowan. Rowan’s second album for Rebel, Calling You From My Mountain features star turns from Shawn Camp, Billy Strings, Molly Tuttle, Lindsay Lou, and more, and original and traditional songs from Rowan and his band.

Bel Powley, Liev Schreiber & Joe Cole Cast in Disney+ Limited Series A SMALL LIGHT
Bel Powley, Liev Schreiber & Joe Cole Cast in Disney+ Limited Series A SMALL LIGHT
April 13, 2022

Disney+ announced today that Bel Powley ('The Morning Show') as lead, Liev Schreiber ('Ray Donovan') and Joe Cole ('Peaky Blinders') will star in the fact-based, scripted series from National Geographic 'A Small Light.' The series will focus on the real-life story of Miep Gies, who played a critical role in hiding Anne Frank and her family.



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