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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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Lizzo Announces New Album 'Special' with New Single 'About Damn Time'
Lizzo Announces New Album 'Special' with New Single 'About Damn Time'
April 15, 2022

Lizzo will celebrate the release of the new single by pulling double duty on Saturday Night Live tomorrow, April 16, hosting the show and serving as musical guest. The 'Good As Hell' singer released 'Rumors,' featuring Grammy-winner Cardi B, in August of 2021. Watch Lizzo announce the new album and watch the new 'About Damn Time' music video now!

The Crystal Method Releases 'The Trip Out' Album
The Crystal Method Releases 'The Trip Out' Album
April 15, 2022

The Trip Out, released today on Ultra Records, has pioneering American electronic act The Crystal Method (Scott Kirkland) looking to the future and embarking on collaborations with some of today’s most exciting and musically diverse artists. The album features the lead single “Watch Me Now” featuring Koda & VAAA. Watch the new music video now!

Kitchen Dwellers Share New Song 'Smokestack' From New Album Produced by Cory Wong
Kitchen Dwellers Share New Song 'Smokestack' From New Album Produced by Cory Wong
April 15, 2022

“Smokestack” follows the releases of “Sundown” “Wise River,” and “Stand at Ease.” The quartet—Shawn Swain [Mandolin], Torrin Daniels [banjo], Joe Funk [upright bass], and Max Davies [acoustic guitar]—twist bluegrass, folk, and rock through a kaleidoscope of homegrown stories, rich mythology and psychedelic hues. Plus, check out upcoming tour dates!

Tony Awards, BroadwayHD & More Nominated for Webby Awards
Tony Awards, BroadwayHD & More Nominated for Webby Awards
April 15, 2022

Nominees for the 26th Annual Webby Awards include Disney on Broadway’s Reopening on TikTok Livestream, BroadwayHD, The Tony Awards First Impressions Cam, Spotlight on Plays, and the 'Broadway's Back' segment on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. Find out more information on the nominees and how to vote for them now!

MattstaGraham Shares Title Track from Forthcoming Album
MattstaGraham Shares Title Track from Forthcoming Album
April 15, 2022

MattstaGraham was first discovered by I Surrender Records thanks to Tiktok and his original song “Gotta Be Productive,” which has racked up over 526k streams on Spotify, as well as parodies of Dashboard Confessional, Taking Back Sunday, My Chemical Romance, blink-182. Listen to the new single now!

Gavin Haley Releases 'Cliche' Single & Announces Debut Album 'i hate you, Don't Leave Me'
Gavin Haley Releases 'Cliche' Single & Announces Debut Album 'i hate you, Don't Leave Me'
April 15, 2022

“Cliche” is the second single off Haley’s upcoming debut album, ‘i hate you, Don’t Leave Me’, which came together with the help of co-writers Skylar Mones (Dua Lipa, Kesha), B Ham (Kim Petras, Maroon 5, Kiana Lede), and Trey Campbell (Amber Mark, Banks). Watch the music video for the new single now!

Kaitlin Butts Releases New Album 'What Else Can She Do'
Kaitlin Butts Releases New Album 'What Else Can She Do'
April 15, 2022

Produced by Oran Thornton (Angaleena Presley, Logan Brill) and recorded at Nashville’s Sound Emporium Studios, What Else Can She Do tells the stories of women—those who are lost, struggling, angry and scared, but who remain resilient through it all. Listen to the new album now! Plus, check out upcoming tour dates.

Samora Pinderhughes Releases New Album 'Grief'
Samora Pinderhughes Releases New Album 'Grief'
April 15, 2022

Composer, filmmaker and interdisciplinary artist Samora Pinderhughes’ highly anticipated album GRIEF is out now. Additionally, watch a special NPR Tiny Desk performance of “The Cry/Masculinity,” “Holding Cell,” “Grief” and “Process” filmed onsite at The Healing Project exhibition at the Yerba Buena Center for the Arts.

VIDEO: Paris Combo Drops New Video for 'Cap ou pas cap'
VIDEO: Paris Combo Drops New Video for 'Cap ou pas cap'
April 15, 2022

Paris Combo, the French quintet Variety describes as possessing “a seemingly endless supply of catchy hooks and imaginative lyrics.' The album is their seventh studio album, but also the last recorded with the group’s late singer/songwriter Belle du Berry, who died suddenly on August 11, 2020, aged just 54, following a brief battle with cancer.

Craig Weirden Featured on YELLOWJACKETS Score 'Blood Hive'
Craig Weirden Featured on YELLOWJACKETS Score 'Blood Hive'
April 15, 2022

The release features music by Craig Wedren, best known as the frontman for D.C.-based seminal post-hardcore band Shudder to Think, Anna Waronker of indie pop darlings that dog., who scored most of the show’s episodes; and composer Theodore Shapiro who composed the music for the show’s pilot.

Parov Stelar Captivates With New Original Production 'Fire'
Parov Stelar Captivates With New Original Production 'Fire'
April 15, 2022

With releases such as ‘Candy Girl’ and it Late Night Mix already under his belt, the talent primes himself for his forthcoming full-length album ‘Moonlight Love Affair’, slated to drop at the tail end of this month. Out now via his own imprint Etage Noir Recordings, ‘Fire’ is available to listen to across all streaming platforms.

CAAMP Share New Single 'Appletree Blues'
CAAMP Share New Single 'Appletree Blues'
April 15, 2022

Lavender Days was produced by Caamp and Beatriz Artola (Fleet Foxes, Adele). Recording took place at Sylvan Esso’s studio outside of Durham, NC beginning in February of 2021, where together Caamp workshopped the songs and began principal tracking, bringing in friends like Nathaniel Rateliff and Waxahatchee’s Katie Crutchfield to contribute vocals.

Ayokay Releases New Single 'If That's What You Need'
Ayokay Releases New Single 'If That's What You Need'
April 15, 2022

On the visionary, 13-track album and the accompanying videos, ayokay tells the story of protagonist Alex and his deepening relationship with an outsider female character, Chelle, who has created a computer system that allows her to enter into another reality. Watch the new music video for 'If That’s What You Need' now! Plus, check out tour dates!

HIGH VIS Release New Single 'Talk For Hours'
HIGH VIS Release New Single 'Talk For Hours'
April 15, 2022

Breaking from the same London underground that spawned Chubby And The Gang, Higher Power and The Chisel, the band have quickly grown a following for their intense live shows, immediate lyrics that tackle themes from class politics to challenges of everyday life, and an unparalleled 2019 debut album, No Sense No Feeling. Plus, check out tour dates!

Parker McCollum Releases Amazon Original Cover of John Mayer's 'Perfectly Lonely' for Amazon Music
Parker McCollum Releases Amazon Original Cover of John Mayer's 'Perfectly Lonely' for Amazon Music
April 15, 2022

MCA Nashville recording artist and recent ACM 'New Male Artist of the Year' winner and CMT “Breakthrough Video of the Year” winner, Parker McCollum, has released his Amazon Original cover of John Mayer's hit track, 'Perfectly Lonely.' Listen to the new cover now!

Amelia Moore Releases New Single 'Crybaby'
Amelia Moore Releases New Single 'Crybaby'
April 15, 2022

True to her social media handle (@icryatwork), Amelia Moore approaches her music with a fierce commitment to total emotional transparency —an irresistible counterpart to her kaleidoscopic alt-pop sound. Both qualities shine on her new single, “crybaby.” Listen to the new single now!

Little Hurt Releases New Track For 'Help Me Out'
Little Hurt Releases New Track For 'Help Me Out'
April 15, 2022

Little Hurt has announced a hometown show in Kansas City, MO at recordBar on May 17th and a Los Angeles performance at The Peppermint Club on May 23rd. The band will be joined by special guests for the shows. Don’t miss Little Hurt’s high energy show and the chance to hear the new music for the first time live.

Netflix Announces BLING EMPIRE Season Two Cast & Premiere Date
Netflix Announces BLING EMPIRE Season Two Cast & Premiere Date
April 15, 2022

Los Angeles’s beloved uber-rich Asians are back with even more luxury, glamor and crazy. This season, a romance between Kevin and Kim percolates, Cherie and Jessey’s relationship is questioned, and as Kane and Kevin’s best bud friendship is tested, Beverly Hills’s rivaling queens, Christine and Anna, put a new twist on the art of social warfare.

Max Frost Releases New Single 'Cool Kids'
Max Frost Releases New Single 'Cool Kids'
April 15, 2022

“Cool Kids” was the first song Max wrote for Flying Machines, which set the tone for the entire record. The track’s accompanying music video showcases a nostalgic, feel good and dry humored story about a piñata man who is treated like a free food sample in a hungry, cruel and comedic world. Watch the music video for the new single now!

OAKMAN Returns With Brand New Single 'Night'
OAKMAN Returns With Brand New Single 'Night'
April 15, 2022

France based pop/rock trio, OAKMAN is back with their brand new single, “Night,” out now via Rude Records. Written by lead singer Marine, the track reflects on the fleeting moments of life that we tend to take for granted. This summer, OAKMAN will be joining fellow French band, Chunk! No, Captain Chunk! on their first tour in France in 6 years.



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