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This morning, Brittney Johnson appeared on the Today Show to discuss being the first Black woman to take over the role of Glinda in Wicked on Broadway. Johnson was surprised by original 'Glinda' Kristin Chenoweth, who sent in a congratulatory video message. She also appeared on NBC Nightly News to take viewers backstage at Wicked.

Known for their live performances, The Grinns are the best band you’re about to hear about. Composed of singer Joey Sci-Fi, guitarist Francisco Jorquiera, drummer Frederico Hadyka, and producers/multi-instrumentalists Ramtin Khoee & Mike Perry, The Grinns have no limits when it comes to the music they’ll create.

“Dooley’s Farm” is the third song unveiled from Tuttle’s anticipated Nonesuch Records debut, Crooked Tree. Recorded live at Nashville’s Oceanway Studios, Crooked Tree was produced by Tuttle and Jerry Douglas and features collaborations with Strings, Sierra Hull, Old Crow Medicine Show, Margo Price, Dan Tyminski and Gillian Welch.

Sky and Peacock today announce LOCKERBIE, a new mini-series that will be based on the bombing of Pan Am Flight 103 and the search for justice by Dr Jim Swire and his wife Jane who lost their beloved daughter, Flora, in the air disaster in 1988. The five-part series will be written by Academy Award nominees Jim Sheridan and Kirsten Sheridan.

After making history as the first black woman to play Christine Daaé in the Phantom of the Opera on Broadway, Emilie Kouatchou sat down with Sheinelle Jones on The TODAY Show to discuss her groundbreaking debut. Jones also sat down with casting associate Joseph Hayes to discuss the importance of diversity and representation on Broadway.

Ceramic Animal have released a new single, “Valerie” along with a companion music video directed by Perry Shall and Bob Sweeney. The band features a trio of brothers—Chris Regan (vocals, guitar), Erik Regan (drums) and Elliott Regan (vocals, keys)—along with childhood friend Anthony Marchione (guitar) and Dallas Hosey (vocals, bass).

Restored by Bob Ludwig, the album will be reissued in multiple formats, including 1-CD and – on 180g heavyweight black vinyl – 1-LP versions. The 2CD Deluxe set adds Another Disc (mastered by Adam Ayan), while a 2-CD + 1-LP Collector’s Edition includes both CDs and a sky-blue vinyl LP in a 12” lift lid box, with a 32-page booklet and enamel badge.

iHeartRadio has announced that LL Cool J will host and perform during the 2022 “iHeartRadio Music Awards.” Additionally, Jennifer Lopez will be receiving the 2022 iHeartRadio Icon Award, honoring her impact on pop culture, longevity and continued relevance as a touring and radio force with a loyal fan base worldwide. Check out the nominees now!

“Come From Away' Broadway cast member Astrid Van Wieren (Best Actress award winner: 2021 Toronto International Women Film Festival) leads a diverse & brilliant Canadian cast directed by Jon Michaelson. Watch the trailer for the new film now!

On last night's episode of Jeoaprdy!, the final question quizzed the contestants on their knowledge of 'Play Characters.' The question hinted that 'a 1949 review noted the 'wrong formula for success' of this character and 'fatal misconceptions' about his place in the scheme of things.' Can you guess the correct answer?

A self-professed fan of Byrne’s work as frontman for the legendary Talking Heads, as well as his solo career, Montaigne reached out to the New York based songwriter to lend his iconic vocals to the track. Upon hearing the music, Byrne quickly became a fan in return and the resulting collaboration is a buoyant tune and accompanying vulnerability.

Panther In Mode is a six-track exploration that provides a glimpse into the world of one of the most exceptional new artists. Across its six tracks, Panther In Mode finds the London-based Ethiopian-Egyptian musician, producer, illustrator and sculptor blurring the line between African rhythms and the cutting edge electronic sounds of London.

Vangsness is best known for playing tech-kitten Penelope Garcia on the 15 seasons of the CBS crime drama “Criminal Minds,” where she also co-wrote 5 episodes. She has performed and created many theatrical productions, including “Mess” and “Cleo, Theo, & Wu,” both featured at the 2019 Edinburgh Fringe Festival.

Unfortunately, with congestion on the Fall touring circuit and the issues it has created around routing a five-week-long tour, four shows from the original dates have now had to be fully cancelled; Houston, TX, Minneapolis, MN, San Francisco, CA and Sacramento, CA.

Today Apple TV+ unveiled the trailer for “Pachinko,” its highly anticipated, sweeping drama series told across three languages – Korean, Japanese, and English. Epic in scope and intimate in tone, the story begins with a forbidden love and crescendos into a saga that journeys between Korea, Japan and America to tell an unforgettable story.

Host Andy Cohen sits down with Alexia Echevarria, Lisa Hochstein, Larsa Pippen, Guerdy Abraira, Dr. Nicole Martin and Julia Lemigova, and fan favorites Adriana de Moura and Marysol Patton for an in-person reunion.   Watch the new trailer for the Real Housewives of Miami two-part reunion now!

Produced by Oliver Wood and Jano Rix of The Wood Brothers, Stardust & Satellites is Poltz’s 14th solo album, and comprises another exuberant, thoughtful batch of songs that celebrate life in all of its stages — including his effervescent new single, “Can O’ Pop.” Listen to the new album now! Plus, check out upcoming tour dates.

The weekend’s stellar lineup of rock and metal heavyweights features headliners Slipknot and Rob Zombie (Thursday), KISS and Judas Priest (Friday), My Chemical Romance and Papa Roach (Saturday) and Foo Fighters and Shinedown (Sunday), along with a range of additional top music artists.

Pop-Country duo SixForty1 (Brooks Hoffman and Austin Gee) will join Tyler Rich on his Two Thousand (More) Miles Tour. The tour announcement follows the fall release of SixForty1’s wildly successful EP Started Right Here garnering praise from around the globe. Check out the full list of tour dates now!

The Spy from Cairo (aka Moreno “Zeb” Visini) returns with his 5th studio album on Wonderwheel Recordings: “Animamundi” features some special collaborations from his travels & live shows from over the past few years. Listen to the new single, 'Beautiful Baraka,' with Adil Smaali now!