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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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South London's Matt Maltese Launches Headline U.S. Tour
South London's Matt Maltese Launches Headline U.S. Tour
March 18, 2022

Rising South London-based artist Matt Maltese will be kicking off his 13-date headline US tour today, beginning with a sold-out show at LA’s Roxy, and ending at two nights sold-out at Zone One in Brooklyn, New York. Check out the full list is now with nearly half the dates sold-out! Listen to 'Smile in the Face of the Devil' now!

Daniel Radcliffe Is Not Interested in Starring in a CURSED CHILD Film Adaption
Daniel Radcliffe Is Not Interested in Starring in a CURSED CHILD Film Adaption
March 18, 2022

In a new interview with The New York Times, Daniel Radcliffe has revealed that he is not interested in starring in a film adaption of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child. Radcliffe returns to the stage later this year as Charley in New York Theatre Workshop's new production of Merrily We Roll Along.

Myrne Releases New Single 'Circles' off Forthcoming Spring EP
Myrne Releases New Single 'Circles' off Forthcoming Spring EP
March 18, 2022

Hot off his recent signing with Astralwerks, Singaporean producer and DJ, MYRNE is back with his fresh new single “Circles.” It's a euphoric number celebrating the wonders of everyday life, and it’s also the title track from his forthcoming EP. Listen to the new single now!

Peter Doherty & Frédéric Lo Release New Album 'The Fantasy Life Of Poetry & Crime'
Peter Doherty & Frédéric Lo Release New Album 'The Fantasy Life Of Poetry & Crime'
March 18, 2022

Today, Peter Doherty & Frédéric Lo have released their collaborative new album, The Fantasy Life of Poetry & Crime, via Strap Originals. The 12-track album, produced by Frédéric, was written during the time Peter spent getting clean before lockdown and highlights the dynamic duo’s undeniable chemistry and extraordinary compositions.

Oscars Musical Performers To Include Band Featuring Adam Blackstone, Travis Barker, Sheila E. & Robert Glasper; D-Nice; The Samples Choir; & Live Orchestra
Oscars Musical Performers To Include Band Featuring Adam Blackstone, Travis Barker, Sheila E. & Robert Glasper; D-Nice; The Samples Choir; & Live Orchestra
March 18, 2022

Taking the Oscars stage will be an all-star band featuring the show’s music director Adam Blackstone, blink-182 drummer Travis Barker, percussionist and singer Sheila E., and genre-spanning pianist Robert Glasper. Check out the full roster of performers now!

King Princess Shares New Track 'For My Friends'
King Princess Shares New Track 'For My Friends'
March 18, 2022

King Princess unveils a new song, “For My Friends,” today alongside a video directed by Nick Harwood. Additionally, King Princess confirms The Hold On Baby Tour, a North American run of headline dates later this year. The new song follows “Little Bother” with Fousheé and a run of tour dates in support of Kacey Musgraves.

Lauren Monroe Releases New Single 'Kiss Me Now'
Lauren Monroe Releases New Single 'Kiss Me Now'
March 18, 2022

Bassist Bob Glaub (Jackson Browne/Linda Ronstadt/Bonnie Raitt), guitarist and back-up vocalist Brian Whelan (Jim Lauderdale/Chris Shiftlett/Dwight Yoakam), keyboardist John Ginty (The Dixie Chicks/The Allman Betts Band/Citizen Cope), and pedal steel guitarist Doug Pettibone (John Mayer/Tracy Chapman/Norah Jones) also appear on the track.

VIDEO: Holy Fawn Release 'Death Is A Relief' Music Video
VIDEO: Holy Fawn Release 'Death Is A Relief' Music Video
March 18, 2022

Holy Fawn independently released Death Spells in 2018, with the captivating underground album receiving a wider re-release via Triple Crown Records in 2019. The band trek overseas this Fall for a U.K. headline tour followed by a European outing with Cult of Luna and Caspian. Check out the full list of tour dates!

Walt Disney Records Releases 'Lofi Minnie: Focus' Digital Album
Walt Disney Records Releases 'Lofi Minnie: Focus' Digital Album
March 18, 2022

Lofi Minnie: Focus, celebrates iconic hits such as “Hakuna Matata” from 'The Lion King,' “Into the Unknown” from 'Frozen 2,' and “A Whole New World” from 'Aladdin,' and more, reimagined as never before with a chill new vibe – Disney beats is perfect for studying, creating, or unwinding. Listen to the new album now!

VIDEO: Kip Moore Releases 'Crazy One More Time (Revisited)' Music Video
VIDEO: Kip Moore Releases 'Crazy One More Time (Revisited)' Music Video
March 18, 2022

Making good on a long-time back and forth with his loyal fanbase, Moore hit the studio to put a 2022 update on the track originally featured on his widely celebrated debut album UP ALL NIGHT. The song has gone on to grow a life of its own over the past ten years, becoming one of the most requested songs during Moore’s signature live show.

Arctic Lake Release Intimate New EP 'side by side we lie awake'
Arctic Lake Release Intimate New EP 'side by side we lie awake'
March 18, 2022

English alternative pop duo Arctic Lake unveil their intimate new EP, side by side we lie awake, out today via Astralwerks. The five-track set—produced almost entirely by member Paul Holliman—includes previously released singles “Breathe,” “Lonely,” and “Love You Like That.” 

Toby Romeo Reveals New Single 'Devils Cup'
Toby Romeo Reveals New Single 'Devils Cup'
March 18, 2022

Marking his first solo single of the year, young DJ and producer Toby Romeo returns to the release trenches with heady new offering ‘Devils Cup’. The latest directly follows his January collaboration with Keanu Silva and SACHA on deep house hit ‘Hopeless Heart’, with over 2 million Spotify streams gained in just a little over a month.

M Ross Perkins Releases New LP 'E Pluribus M Ross'
M Ross Perkins Releases New LP 'E Pluribus M Ross'
March 18, 2022

Like some kind of time-hopping wizard with preternatural melodic sensibilities, M Ross Perkins is back with his sophomore full-length, E Pluribus M Ross. The album, his first for Colemine/Karma Chief Records, is another masterclass in home recording with 12 shimmering slices of purely perfect psychedelic pop.

VIDEO: Ryan Seacrest Channels Andrew Garfield in TICK, TICK...BOOM!
VIDEO: Ryan Seacrest Channels Andrew Garfield in TICK, TICK...BOOM!
March 18, 2022

Ryan SeacrestIn a new promo for LIVE with Kelly & Ryan's After Oscar Show, Ryan Seacrest channels Andrew Garfield as Jonathan Larson in tick, tick...BOOM! At the Oscars, LIVE will have the first interviews with winners the moment they walk off stage.

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.



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