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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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Disney Princess - The Concert Cast Release 'All Is Found/Into The Unknown'
Disney Princess - The Concert Cast Release 'All Is Found/Into The Unknown'
February 11, 2022

The cast includes Susan Egan (Original 'Belle' in Beauty and the Beast, 'Meg' in Hercules), Arielle Jacobs ('Jasmine' in Aladdin, In The Heights), Anneliese Van Der Pol (That's So Raven, 'Belle' in Beauty and The Beast), Syndee Winters ('Nala' in The Lion King, Hamilton), and music director, Benjamin Rauhala. Check out upcoming tour dates!

Maren Morris Releases New Single 'Background Music'
Maren Morris Releases New Single 'Background Music'
February 11, 2022

Grammy-winning superstar Maren Morris shares a new song, “Background Music,” today. Written by Maren alongside previous collaborators Jimmy Robbins and Laura Veltz, the song is taken from Morris’ forthcoming album, Humble Quest. The album was produced by frequent collaborator Greg Kurstin (Adele, Paul McCartney, Foo Fighters).

Molly Moore Releases New EP 'Escapism'
Molly Moore Releases New EP 'Escapism'
February 11, 2022

Molly Moore has released her new EP Escapism alongside brand-new single “Vacation.” Listen to Escapism now, which sees Molly step into her own to embrace every facet of who she is to find her voice and the light within. The EP also featured previously released tracks “Shy,” “Do They?” and “Marco Polo.”

Snoop Dogg Releases Latest Album 'B.O.D.R. (Bacc on Death Row)
Snoop Dogg Releases Latest Album 'B.O.D.R. (Bacc on Death Row)
February 11, 2022

In a monumental week for the Entertainment Icon, this album comes off the heels of the announcement that Snoop Dogg has acquired the Death Row Records brand, in which he was a founding member and was his debut label. B.O.D.R. is the first album through Death Row Records, now under Snoop Dogg’s ownership.

Jonah Kagen Shares New Single 'Drowning'
Jonah Kagen Shares New Single 'Drowning'
February 11, 2022

Today singer-songwriter and multi-talented musician, Jonah Kagen, drops his new single “Drowning” via Arista Records. The single, co-written by Joe Janiak (Lewis Capaldi, Snakehips, MØ, Avicii, Tove Styrke, Sigrid), highlights Kagen’s ability to fuse his virtuosic guitar skills. Listen to the new single and check out upcoming tour dates now!

Andrew Rannells & Annaleigh Ashford Join Hulu's Chippendales Origin Series IMMIGRANT
Andrew Rannells & Annaleigh Ashford Join Hulu's Chippendales Origin Series IMMIGRANT
February 11, 2022

Rannells and Ashford join Kumail Nanjiani and Murray Bartlett in the new series. Nanjiani will play Somen “Steve” Banerjee, the Indian-American entrepreneur who started the Chippendales male revue. Rannells is set to play a young, rich investor in Chippendales, the love interest of Bartlett's character, who is the producer and choreographer. 

The Head And The Heart Release New Track 'Virginia (Wind In The Night)' Off Forthcoming Album 'Every Shade of Blue'
The Head And The Heart Release New Track 'Virginia (Wind In The Night)' Off Forthcoming Album 'Every Shade of Blue'
February 11, 2022

Every Shade of Blue was produced by GRAMMY-award winning songwriter, producer and engineer Jesse Shatkin (Sia, Pink, The Shins, Tegan and Sara) and Andrew Sarlo (Big Thief, Wet), and “Paradigm”, produced by John Hill and Sammy Witte (Florence + The Machine, Portugal The Man, Cage The Elephant).

Diplo Announces New Self-Titled Album
Diplo Announces New Self-Titled Album
February 11, 2022

Diplo—the most prolific electronic artist of all time—will release a self-titled new album. A new song, “Don’t Forget My Love” with Miguel, debuts today. His first full-length of electronic music in 18 years, Diplo is set for release on the Higher Ground imprint of his own Mad Decent. Diplo has worked with Dua Lipa, Beyonce, Madonna, and more.

Delvon Lamarr Organ Trio Releases New Album 'Cold As Weiss'
Delvon Lamarr Organ Trio Releases New Album 'Cold As Weiss'
February 11, 2022

Today, the Seattle-based soul-jazz groove-machine Delvon Lamarr Organ Trio released their new full length Cold As Weiss via Colemine Records. Cold As Weiss is the band’s first release featuring new drummer Dan Weiss, also of the powerhouse soul and funk collective The Sextones. Listen to the new album now!

UK Punks Weatherstate Release New Album 'Never Better'
UK Punks Weatherstate Release New Album 'Never Better'
February 11, 2022

Weymouth punk band Weatherstate has officially released their highly anticpated album, Never Better, out now via Rude Records (Saves The Day, Less Than Jake, The Maine). Leading up to the album, the band shared singles including “Headstone,” “Panic Attack,” “Never Getting Better,” “Current Dose,” and “Hangar.'

Kim Petras Releases New Valentine's Day EP
Kim Petras Releases New Valentine's Day EP
February 11, 2022

International pop sensation Kim Petras has released the Slut Pop EP, a Valentine’s Day gift for her fans. Petras released kicked off her brand-new era with the release of 'Future Starts Now' and 'Coconuts,' both from her forthcoming, highly anticipated debut album. Listen to the new EP now!

Becky G & Karol G Release New Single 'Mamiii'
Becky G & Karol G Release New Single 'Mamiii'
February 11, 2022

Global superstars Becky G & KAROL G have released their powerhouse single 'MAMIII.' Produced by hitmaker Ovy on the Drums, 'MAMIII' was written by Ovy, Becky G, KAROL G and Elena Rose. Destined to become an empowering anthem, the long-awaited collab is an uptempo Reggaetón party track inspiring a feel-good attitude.

Walter Martin Shares Uneasy New Single 'Easter'
Walter Martin Shares Uneasy New Single 'Easter'
February 11, 2022

In addition to Mosseri, The Bear features guitarist Harrison Whitford (Phoebe Bridgers, Matt Berninger), drummer Josh Adams (Beck), Eric D. Johnson (Bonny Light Horseman), Josh Kaufman (Bonny Light Horseman, Hiss Golden Messenger, The National), and keyboardist/producer Sam Kassirer (Josh Ritter, Craig Finn) who also mixed the album.

Priscilla Block Drops Debut Album 'Welcome To The Block Party'
Priscilla Block Drops Debut Album 'Welcome To The Block Party'
February 11, 2022

Mercury Nashville recording artist and 2022 ACM Awards 'New Female Artist of the Year' nominee, Priscilla Block, has released her major label debut album, Welcome To The Block Party, out now. Welcome To The Block Party follows last year’s six-song self-titled Priscilla Block EP, the highest-performing country female debut EP of 2021.

Moonchild Unveil New Album 'Starfruit'
Moonchild Unveil New Album 'Starfruit'
February 11, 2022

Following months of anticipation worldwide, and four critically acclaimed singles, LA-based trio Moonchild (Amber Navran, Andris Mattson, and Max Bryk) unveil their highly anticipated new album, Starfruit, today. The record includes the simmering and soulful new single “Get By” [feat. Tank and The Bangas].

Saweetie & H.E.R. Release New Single 'Closer'
Saweetie & H.E.R. Release New Single 'Closer'
February 11, 2022

GRAMMY®-nominated star Saweetie teams with four-time GRAMMY® Award winning artist H.E.R. for a breezy, sensual new single, “Closer.” The dance-infused track finds the duo serving up playful lines and seductive melodies, reaffirming Saweetie’s penchant for making hits that feel nostalgic, yet uniquely hers. Listen to the new single now!

Taylor Swift & Ed Sheeran Release 'The Joker & the Queen' Remix
Taylor Swift & Ed Sheeran Release 'The Joker & the Queen' Remix
February 11, 2022

The accompanying Emil Nava-directed official video brims with nostalgia as continues the storyline from the iconic “Everything Has Changed” video – Ed and Taylor’s previous collaboration, released in 2012. The remix is Ed and Taylor’s fourth collaboration, following “Everything Has Changed”, “End Game” and “Run (Taylor’s Version)”.

Dolly Parton Releases New Single 'Blue Bonnet Breeze'
Dolly Parton Releases New Single 'Blue Bonnet Breeze'
February 11, 2022

One of music's most revered storytellers, Dolly Parton, has released the latest single, 'Blue Bonnet Breeze,' from her upcoming album, Run, Rose, Run, alongside the track's whimsical lyric video. The album serves as a companion to the original novel, Run, Rose, Run, co-authored by James Patterson and Parton, which is set for release on March 7th.

Fred Again.. & India Jordan Release New Single 'Admit It (U Don't Want 2)'
Fred Again.. & India Jordan Release New Single 'Admit It (U Don't Want 2)'
February 10, 2022

With both artists enjoying acclaim across 2020 and 2021 ‘Best Of” lists for their releases and live shows, and multiple awards nominations (including Fred’s “Best Dance Act” nomination at this year’s Brit Awards and both shortlisted for “Best Producer” at the forthcoming NME Awards), “Admit It (U Don’t Want 2)” represents a coming together.

Foals Share Their New Single '2am'
Foals Share Their New Single '2am'
February 10, 2022

“2am” is the second track to preview the album following “Wake Me Up”. “2am” was produced by John Hill (Portugal The Man, Florence + The Machine, Cage The Elephant ) and Dan Carey (Tame Impala, Fontaines D.C.), and recorded during sessions at Real World Studios, Bath and Carey’s studio in south London. Listen to the new single now!



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