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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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Jonah Kagen Shares New Single 'Turbulence'
Jonah Kagen Shares New Single 'Turbulence'
March 18, 2022

Singer-songwriter and multi-talented musician Jonah Kagen releases new single “Turbulence.' Sparse and moonlit, “Turbulence” is yet another example of Kagen’s penchant for composing an earworm of a song that also touches the heart. The single was co-written by Joe Janiak (Lewis Capaldi, Snakehips, MØ, Avicii, Tove Styrke, Sigrid).

Easy Star All Stars Announce Spring 2022 Tour
Easy Star All Stars Announce Spring 2022 Tour
March 18, 2022

The band will be performing full versions of their best-known album, Dub Side of the Moon – their beloved reggae re-interpretation of Pink Floyd’s Dark Side of the Moon album –along with well-known tracks from their other tribute albums: Radiodread, Easy Star’s Lonely Hearts Dub Band, and Easy Star’s Thrillah.

R&B Singer Elaine Releases New Single 'Shine'
R&B Singer Elaine Releases New Single 'Shine'
March 18, 2022

South African R&B songstress Elaine shares her first single of 2022, “Shine”. Co-written with Brittany B, the track is accompanied by a sensual and dreamy new video directed by Jesse Ray Diamond, whose credits include Anderson .Paak, Kash Doll ft. Big Sean, and Timbaland. Watch the new music video now!

Mamas Gun Shares New Single 'Good Foot'
Mamas Gun Shares New Single 'Good Foot'
March 18, 2022

Formed in 2009, the current five-piece is Andy Platts (vocals), Terry Lewis (guitar), Dave Oliver (keys), Chris Boot (drums) and Cameron Dawson (bass). Platts has previously worked with Rod Temperton, Brian Jackson and John Oates (of Hall & Oates), and Lewis’ credits include collaborations with Leon Ware, Lewis Taylor and The Impressions.

Katie Hannigan Releases Debut Comedy Album 'Feeling of Emptiness'
Katie Hannigan Releases Debut Comedy Album 'Feeling of Emptiness'
March 18, 2022

Comedian and writer KATIE HANNIGAN (The Late Show, Lady Journey) releases her debut comedy album ‘FEELING OF EMPTINESS’ today. Katie returned to her homestate of Indiana to record her favorite hits from her past 12 years as a comedian in NYC and self-produced the 19 track album full of her hilarious insights and experiences.

Punk Veterans Hot Water Music Release Acclaimed New Album 'Feel The Void'
Punk Veterans Hot Water Music Release Acclaimed New Album 'Feel The Void'
March 18, 2022

Punk band Hot Water Music are excited to announce the release of its acclaimed new album, Feel The Void. Featuring the return of producer Brian McTernan (Turnstile, Converge, Thrice), Feel The Void offers up a torrent of resilience that strives for light in the context of personal and global darkness across its 12 energetic and impassioned songs.

Princess Goes To The Butterfly Museum Releases 'Ketamine (Brandon Bost Remix)'
Princess Goes To The Butterfly Museum Releases 'Ketamine (Brandon Bost Remix)'
March 18, 2022

Princess Goes To The Butterfly Museum (Michael C. Hall, Peter Yanowitz & Matt Katz-Bohen) have released a remix of the track that started it all from their debut self-titled EP. “Ketamine,” which most recently appeared in the closing credits of Dexter: New Blood, gets remixed by Brandon Bost (Miley Cyrus, Lady Gaga).

Normani Releases New Single 'Fair'
Normani Releases New Single 'Fair'
March 18, 2022

On the HARV-produced track, bass pulsates like a heartbeat between soft keys as her voice echoes with raw feeling. Volleying between high register harmonies and an emotionally charged refrain, she gets confessional on the chorus. “Fair” was co-written by Normani, Abby Keen, Bernard 'HARV' Harvey and Felisha King Harvey.

Zoe Wees Shares New Single 'Lonely'
Zoe Wees Shares New Single 'Lonely'
March 18, 2022

Wees wrote “Lonely” with Patrick Pyke Salmy, Ricardo Muñoz and Hight, who collaborated with her on “Girls Like Us,” which was highlighted in this feature from Dusty Springfield and Otis Redding onward, in the “Music Issue” of The New York Times Magazine. Salmy and Muñoz produced “Lonely” and Serban Ghenea mixed the song.

Bass Queen Kleøpatra Releases 'Diamond Eyes'
Bass Queen Kleøpatra Releases 'Diamond Eyes'
March 18, 2022

Marking her first single of the year, Utah-based DJ and producer Kleøpatra returns to the release radar with an intoxicating new single ‘Diamond Eyes’. Her newest offering follows up her November released single, ‘What You Know About’ with Scafetta.

Walk Off the Earth Recruit D Smoke for New Single 'Bet On Me'
Walk Off the Earth Recruit D Smoke for New Single 'Bet On Me'
March 18, 2022

Walk off the Earth has recruited two-time GRAMMY-nominated rapper, philanthropist, and entrepreneur D Smoke – who gained global notoriety in 2019 as champion and undisputed breakout star of Netflix’s Rhythm + Flow and has since worked with SiR, Snoop Dogg, John Legend, and Ty Dolla $ign – for their latest anthem, “Bet On Me.'

Hailey Whitters Releases New Album 'Raised'
Hailey Whitters Releases New Album 'Raised'
March 18, 2022

Today, the Iowa-born, Nashville-based rising Country star Hailey Whitters released her highly anticipated third album RAISED via Pigasus Records/Songs & Daughters/Big Loud Records. Also released today is the Harper Smith- directed video for the album’s single “Boys Back Home” that was shot on location in Hailey’s hometown of Shueyville, IA.

Rufus Wainwright Announces 'Rufus Does Judy At Capitol Studios'
Rufus Wainwright Announces 'Rufus Does Judy At Capitol Studios'
March 18, 2022

Rufus Wainwright has announced the release of Rufus Does Judy at Capitol Studios, an all-new performance of his tribute to Judy Garland, Rufus Does Judy at Carnegie Hall, recorded last year at Los Angeles’ famed Capitol Studios. Watch the music video for 'The Man That Got Away' now. Plus, check out upcoming tour dates!

Alexx Bean Shares Acoustic Version of Single 'Misery'
Alexx Bean Shares Acoustic Version of Single 'Misery'
March 18, 2022

Upcoming DIY artist Alexx Bean has shared the acoustic version of his latest single “Misery.” The remix of the single features a stripped back video that was recorded at Astro Studios on Atlanta’s Studio Row. Watch Bean perform the track in a new music video now!

Eric Paslay Announces Album 'Even If It Breaks Your Barefoot Friday Night'
Eric Paslay Announces Album 'Even If It Breaks Your Barefoot Friday Night'
March 18, 2022

GRAMMY, ACM, and CMA-nominated hit songwriter and artist Eric Paslay has announced his forthcoming aptly-named album Even If It Breaks Your Barefoot Friday Night. Featuring his take on some of his biggest hits as both an artist and a songwriter, the highly-respected musician released three songs today to kick-off the project.

Donovan Woods Releases New EP 'Big Hurt Boy'
Donovan Woods Releases New EP 'Big Hurt Boy'
March 18, 2022

Today, the JUNO Award winning, and once again nominated, singer-songwriter Donovan Woods has released the Big Hurt Boy EP via his own End Times Music, which includes the latest single, “Leave When You Go” feat. Ralph. Woods will head out on tour across Canada this spring in support, with U.S. dates in the works.

SY Ari Da Kid Releases New Album 'The Shadow in the Shade'
SY Ari Da Kid Releases New Album 'The Shadow in the Shade'
March 18, 2022

A music video for “Unbreakable Promises” featuring Jadakiss will premiere on March 24th followed by visuals for “Darkness In The Abyss” featuring Mickey Factz and “The New Preemo & Guru.” Moreover, Atlanta based youtube channel 4ShootersOnly partnered with Sy Ari Da Kid to film a visual for album track “Timeless Clocks.'

Jake Scott Releases New Single 'Texas Girl'
Jake Scott Releases New Single 'Texas Girl'
March 18, 2022

Pop singer-songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist Jake Scott released his new single, “Texas Girl.' Penned by Scott and produced with Noah Conrad (Niall Horan, Ashe), “Texas Girl” is live on all streaming services, with an accompanying visualizer available below. Plus, check out upcoming tour dates!

VIDEO: Billy Crystal Talks MR. SATURDAY NIGHT on the TONIGHT SHOW
VIDEO: Billy Crystal Talks MR. SATURDAY NIGHT on the TONIGHT SHOW
March 18, 2022

Billy Crystal sat down with Jimmy Fallon on the Tonight Show last night to discuss his return to Broadway in the new musical adaption of Mr. Saturday Night. Crystal also discussed turning down a role in The Producers, acting in his college production of Finian's Rainbow, and more. Watch the new interview now!

Colin Hay Releases New Album 'Now And The Evermore'
Colin Hay Releases New Album 'Now And The Evermore'
March 18, 2022

Leading up to the album, Hay shared a number of singles including the “joyful rootsy rocker” (Forbes) “A Man Without A Name,” the “cheery” (Rock Cellar Magazine) “Love Is Everywhere,” and the “orch-pop” (BrooklynVegan) title track which features a guest appearance from Ringo Starr on drums.



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