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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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Crystal Skies Releases Debut Album 'Not Since When'
Crystal Skies Releases Debut Album 'Not Since When'
February 25, 2022

This vibe carries over on to ‘We Got It’, the first single on Not Since When, this time featuring fast-rising dance music vocalist Micah Martin, ‘Good Life’ with Oregon singer Kellin Quinn, and the ethereal sounds of ‘Moonlight’ featuring Florida’s Ashley Apollodor. Listen to the new album now!

Cavetown Teams up With Beabadoobee for New Single 'Fall in Love With a Girl'
Cavetown Teams up With Beabadoobee for New Single 'Fall in Love With a Girl'
February 25, 2022

Cavetown, also known as Robin Skinner, has released his new single and video “Fall In Love With A Girl (ft. beabadoobee)” available everywhere now via Sire Records. After coming up with the concept, Robin invited beabadoobee and guitarist Jacob Bugden to meet up in London to finish writing and producing the track. Plus, check out new tour dates!

THE WONDERFUL WORLD OF THE BROTHERS GRIMM Sets Blu-Ray Release
THE WONDERFUL WORLD OF THE BROTHERS GRIMM Sets Blu-Ray Release
February 25, 2022

The story behind the brothers who created beloved fairy tales come to life, with reenactments of three of their fairy tales stories. The film tells the story of the brothers' struggle for recognition and the sacrifices they made to achieve their goals. Between Wilhelm (Laurence Harvey) and Jacob (Karl Boehm), some marvelous fairy tales develop.

Wheeler Walker Jr. Announces New Album & Tour Dates
Wheeler Walker Jr. Announces New Album & Tour Dates
February 25, 2022

Redneck country all-star and Nashville’s public enemy #1, Wheeler Walker Jr., is back from a forced retirement announcing today a new album, tour, and first sold-out appearance at The Ryman Auditorium on April 14th. Referred to as, “The Mother Church of Country Music,” Ryman will be his biggest live show to date.

A&E Greenlights James Brown Documentary Event SAY IT LOUD
A&E Greenlights James Brown Documentary Event SAY IT LOUD
February 25, 2022

The series is directed by Deborah Riley Draper and executive produced by Mick Jagger, Ahmir ‘Questlove’ Thompson, Peter Afterman, David Blackman, Victoria Pearman, Tariq 'Black Thought' Trotter, Shawn Gee, Zarah Zohlman and Charlie Cohen. Co-Executive Producers for Polygram are Madeline Post and Robert Komadina.

VIDEO: Renée Zellweger Stars in NBC's THE THING ABOUT PAM Trailer
VIDEO: Renée Zellweger Stars in NBC's THE THING ABOUT PAM Trailer
February 25, 2022

Based on “Dateline NBC' and a popular 2019 podcast, “The Thing About Pam,” the series stars Renée Zellweger, Josh Duhamel, Judy Greer, Katy Mixon, Glenn Fleshler, Gideon Adlon, Sean Bridgers, Suanne Spoke and Mac Brandt. Watch the new trailer now!

The HISTORY Channel Greenlights AFTER JACKIE Documentary
The HISTORY Channel Greenlights AFTER JACKIE Documentary
February 25, 2022

The two-hour film tells the story of the second wave of Black baseball players after Jackie Robinson – such as Bill White, Curt Flood and Bob Gibson – who were up next in the fight for equality. The film features rare interviews with former and current baseball players such as CC Sabathia and Mookie Betts.

Woodlock Return With New Powerful Single 'We Gotta Go'
Woodlock Return With New Powerful Single 'We Gotta Go'
February 25, 2022

The alt-folk trio known as Woodlock - brothers Zech Walters (guitar/vocals), Eze Walters (guitar/vocals), and Bowen Purcell (drums) – share their melodically powerful new single “We Gotta Go” fresh after the release of their 2021 full-length debut album The Future Of An End via Nettwerk Records.

Gang of Youths Release New Album 'angel in realtime.'
Gang of Youths Release New Album 'angel in realtime.'
February 25, 2022

The album features all the big moments that have soundtracked Gang of Youths’ rise, including  “the angel of 8th ave.”, “unison”, “the man himself”, “tend the garden” and “in the wake of your leave.” The album’s previously unreleased tracks provide plenty more, with an experimental hybrid of contemporary American minimalism.

Early Eyes Share Debut Album 'Look Alive!'
Early Eyes Share Debut Album 'Look Alive!'
February 25, 2022

Produced by Caleb Hinz (Hippo Campus, Samia) and Jake Luppen of Hippo Campus, Look Alive! looks ahead to a post-genre future where emo, post-hardcore, Japanese city pop, and musical theater can coexist peacefully on one album. Listen to the new album now!

Dallas Wayne Releases New Single 'I Hit The Road (And The Road Hit Back)'
Dallas Wayne Releases New Single 'I Hit The Road (And The Road Hit Back)'
February 25, 2022

Country music singer/songwriter and SiriusXM’s legendary personality Dallas Wayne sings of nonstop life as a musician with his latest single, “I Hit The Road (And The Road Hit Back)” available today, released by BFD/Audium Nashville and distributed exclusively through The Orchard. Listen to the new single now!

VIDEO: Phillip-Michael Scales Makes National TV Debut on ELLEN
VIDEO: Phillip-Michael Scales Makes National TV Debut on ELLEN
February 25, 2022

On February 23rd, Nashville-based artist Phillip-Michael Scales made his national television debut with a performance of his single “Find A Way” on The Ellen DeGeneres Show. Scales was inspired by close family friend, “Uncle” BB King, to forge his own musical path. Watch the new performance now!

Susan Cattaneo Releases New Single 'Time + Love + Gravity'
Susan Cattaneo Releases New Single 'Time + Love + Gravity'
February 25, 2022

Boston-based award-winning singer/songwriter Susan Cattaneo has released “Time + Love + Gravity,” the latest from her forthcoming LP, All Is Quiet. “Time + Love + Gravity” follows the release of the album opener and title track, a song about all of us coming to terms with a changed world. Listen to the new album now!

Tears For Fears Release First New Album In 17 Years 'The Tipping Point'
Tears For Fears Release First New Album In 17 Years 'The Tipping Point'
February 25, 2022

Today, iconic British duo Tears For Fears released their highly anticipated first studio album in seventeen years, THE TIPPING POINT, via Concord Records. According to Pitchfork, Vulture, Stereogum and many more it’s one of 2022’s most anticipated albums. Check out the new list of tour dates now!

HBO Max & CBC Renew SORT OF for a Second Season
HBO Max & CBC Renew SORT OF for a Second Season
February 25, 2022

HBO Max and CBC have renewed SORT OF for a second season, it was announced today. Created by Bilal Baig (“Acha Bacha”) and Fab Filippo (“Save Me”), the critically acclaimed CBC and Max Original comedy debuted on HBO Max in November 2021 following its Canadian premiere on CBC Gem in October 2021.

Avril Lavigne Releases New Album 'Love Sux'
Avril Lavigne Releases New Album 'Love Sux'
February 25, 2022

The album features the lead single 'Bite Me,' her first new music since 2019 and label debut for Travis Barker’s DTA Records. 'Love Sux' features collaborations with Black Bear, Machine Gun Kelly, and Mark Hoppus. Listen to the new album now!

Geographer Shares Cover of Phoebe Bridgers' 'Kyoto'
Geographer Shares Cover of Phoebe Bridgers' 'Kyoto'
February 25, 2022

Part social scientist, part troubadour, Geographer has headlined many national tours, played Outside Lands, Firefly, and other festivals, released two critically acclaimed albums, and performed with such musical luminaries as K.Flay, The Flaming Lips, Young The Giant, Tycho, Ratatat, Betty Who, and Tokyo Police Club.

Graphic Nature Releases 'new skin' EP
Graphic Nature Releases 'new skin' EP
February 25, 2022

Mixing moments of snarling nu-metal aggro and the scalding fury of Slipknot’s debut album with instrumental passages that at times recall the genius of Nine Inch Nails’ Trent Reznor, is where they have nailed the Graphic Nature sound. Listen to the new EP now!

Kanye West's Sunday Service Choir, The Sample Choir, Releases Debut Sample Pack
Kanye West's Sunday Service Choir, The Sample Choir, Releases Debut Sample Pack
February 25, 2022

Released today via Jammcard Samples on Splice, the expansive selection of samples is 100% royalty-free, and every loop and one-shot has been tempo-synced for ease of use. With the millions of Splice users now having free access to these samples, it is just a matter of time before you hear The Samples Choir on all sorts of hit records.

Sander van Doorn Releases Rework of Praga Khan's 2000 Hit 'Breakfast In Vegas'
Sander van Doorn Releases Rework of Praga Khan's 2000 Hit 'Breakfast In Vegas'
February 25, 2022

Sander van Doorn is back this year with an updated new take on venerated musician Praga Khan’s masterpiece ‘Breakfast in Vegas’. The hard-hitting, acid-laden song was initially released as the first track on his album ‘Twenty First Century Skin’ back in 2000, and has held up over the years as his 2nd most-streamed song via Spotify to-date.



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