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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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WEST SIDE STORY Soundtrack Released on 2-LP Vinyl
WEST SIDE STORY Soundtrack Released on 2-LP Vinyl
February 4, 2022

West Side Story Original Motion Picture Soundtrack 2-LP vinyl has been released in three formats, including 2-LP set, black vinyl; a 2-LP set Walmart Exclusive, blue vinyl; and 2-LP set Target Exclusive, red vinyl and poster. Purchase the new vinyl variants now!

Photos: Apple Releases First Look at Cynthia Erivo, Nicole Kidman & More in ROAR
Photos: Apple Releases First Look at Cynthia Erivo, Nicole Kidman & More in ROAR
February 4, 2022

Based on a book of short stories by Cecelia Ahern, the series is the first to be released under “Roar” and features an all-star cast including Nicole Kidman (“Being the Ricardos”), who also executive produces; Cynthia Erivo; Issa Rae; Merritt Wever; Alison Brie; Betty Gilpin; and Meera Syal, Fivel Stewart and Kara Hayward.  

Greg Berlanti to Receive the Norman Lear Achievement Award at the PGA Awards
Greg Berlanti to Receive the Norman Lear Achievement Award at the PGA Awards
February 4, 2022

Greg’s upcoming feature projects include Amazon’s My Policeman directed by Michael Grandage, starring Harry Styles and Emma Corrin; an Untitled Rock Hudson Biopic, which he will direct; Red, White and Royal Blue; Be More Chill, and HBO Max’s Moonshot. The film division of his company, has an exclusive first-look feature film deal with Netflix. 

Sam Weber Releases Acclaimed New Album 'Get Free'
Sam Weber Releases Acclaimed New Album 'Get Free'
February 4, 2022

Coming face-to-face with the realities of record-making in the pandemic age, Canadian-born songwriter and guitarist Sam Weber—along with his partner, co-producer, and solo artist in her own right Mallory Hauser (Mal) and their friend and collaborator Danny Austin-Manning—decided all he had to do was start somewhere. Listen to the album now!

VIDEO: Crackle Releases FAIRWOOD Comedy Series Trailer
VIDEO: Crackle Releases FAIRWOOD Comedy Series Trailer
February 4, 2022

Award-winning recording artists Steve Richard and Tim Mauldin, aka The Fairwood Brothers, have joined forces to create a brand-new comedy series with writer/director Bud Schaetzle, the creative mind behind televised events starring Celine Dion, Wyclef Jean, Wynonna Judd, Dolly Parton and Garth Brooks. Watch the trailer now!

HBO Renews Drama Series EUPHORIA For A Third Season
HBO Renews Drama Series EUPHORIA For A Third Season
February 4, 2022

HBO announced today that the Emmy®-winning drama series EUPHORIA has been renewed for a third season. Season 2 stars Emmy®-winner Zendaya, Hunter Schafer, Nika King, Eric Dane, Angus Cloud, Jacob Elordi, Algee Smith, Sydney Sweeney, Alexa Demie, Barbie Ferreira, Maude Apatow, Javon Walton, Dominic Fike, Storm Reid and Austin Abrams.

Sofi Tukker Releases New Single 'Original Sin'
Sofi Tukker Releases New Single 'Original Sin'
February 4, 2022

SOFI TUKKER share a new single “Original Sin” and announce their forthcoming sophomore album WET TENNIS along with a world tour. The band is also frequently tapped for remixes by some of the biggest artists in the world including Billie Eilish, Lady Gaga, and Katy Perry. Listen to the new single now!

Icelandic Musician Axel Flóvent to Release 'Coexist' EP
Icelandic Musician Axel Flóvent to Release 'Coexist' EP
February 4, 2022

Icelandic singer-songwriter artist Axel Flóvent is set to release a spellbinding collection of collaborative tracks with artists from around the world – Hayden Calnin (Australia), Plàsi (Sweden), and Ciaran Lavery (Ireland) and Tusks (England). Produced by six times Grammy winner Damian Taylor (Björk, Arcade Fire, The Killers, The Temper Trap).

Dillon Francis & Yung Gravy Share 'Cake & Cognac' EP
Dillon Francis & Yung Gravy Share 'Cake & Cognac' EP
February 4, 2022

Longtime friends and first-time collaborators Dillon Francis and Yung Gravy unveil a new joint EP, Cake and Cognac, today on Imperial. The EP comes in the midst of Francis’ and Yung Gravy’s Sugar, Spice and Everything Ice tour with stops in New York, Washington D.C., Austin, Nashville and more. Check out tour dates now!

NHC Release Debut EP 'Intakes & Outtakes'
NHC Release Debut EP 'Intakes & Outtakes'
February 4, 2022

Supergroup NHC -- composed of beloved musicians Dave Navarro, Taylor Hawkins, and Chris Chaney -- has announced the release of their debut EP Intakes & Outtakes today. In addition to two new tracks, the Los Angeles-based group is sharing two covers, “Something About You” originally by Level 42, and “Fearless” originally by Pink Floyd.

Kassi Ashton Releases Deubt Radio Single 'Dates in Pickup Trucks'
Kassi Ashton Releases Deubt Radio Single 'Dates in Pickup Trucks'
February 4, 2022

MCA Nashville/Interscope recording artist Kassi Ashton released her new single “Dates In Pickup Trucks” today. Penned by Kassi, David Garcia, and Luke Laird, the breezy tune takes the listener back to distant care-free memories of the past. Listen to the new single now!

Hembree Release New Album 'It's A Dream'
Hembree Release New Album 'It's A Dream'
February 4, 2022

Kansas City’s Hembree have released their second album It’s A Dream. To celebrate the release, the band has also released an upbeat new video for “It’s A Dream.” The video stars actress Sydney Park of The Walking Dead, Instant Mom and Pretty Little Liars. Hembree has previously shared “Reach Out,” “Operators (feat. Bodye)” and “Close to Me.”

The Regrettes Release 'Monday' Remixes EP
The Regrettes Release 'Monday' Remixes EP
February 4, 2022

The Regrettes share the “Monday” Remixes EP, featuring new versions of the band’s latest single, “Monday,” from Toronto-based dance music trio, The Wyze, and Vancouver-based producer, vocalist, and multi-instrumentalist, On Planets. The band recently confirmed their 17-date headling “Get The F*ck Out of LA” Tour in February and March 2022.

Warren Hue Releases New Single 'Runaway W Me'
Warren Hue Releases New Single 'Runaway W Me'
February 4, 2022

Today, 19-year-old Indonesian rising rapper, singer and producer Warren Hue releases his new track and video for “RUNAWAY W ME” via 88rising. The track is accompanied by a psychedelic visual that reflects this sentiment, directed and edited by Mattias Russo-Larsson of 'coming of age.' Watch the new music video now!

Olivia Newton-John & Jim Brickman Celebrate 25 Years of 'Valentine'
Olivia Newton-John & Jim Brickman Celebrate 25 Years of 'Valentine'
February 4, 2022

Acclaimed pianist and songwriter Jim Brickman has teamed up with superstar and four-time GRAMMY Award winner Olivia Newton-John for a soul-stirring remake of the 1997 Brickman classic, 'Valentine,' marking 25 years since the song crested the charts. Out today on Green Hill Music, the single is available just in time for the month of love. 

Doja Cat Releases Longform Version of Vevo Official Live Performances Exclusively on the Roku Channel
Doja Cat Releases Longform Version of Vevo Official Live Performances Exclusively on the Roku Channel
February 4, 2022

The longform video, Planet Her, featuring Doja’s longform version of her performances “Ain’t Shit,” “Need To Know” and “Love To Dream” will live on The Roku Channel exclusively from Saturday, February 5th to Sunday, February 6th, where the video can be watched on-demand through Music on The Roku Channel.

VIDEO: Calum Scott Releases 'If You Ever Change Your Mind'
VIDEO: Calum Scott Releases 'If You Ever Change Your Mind'
February 4, 2022

Multi-platinum-selling singer/songwriter Calum Scott has released his emotionally empowered new single and video “If You Ever Change Your Mind.” A bittersweet but uplifting reflection on a painful relationship, “If You Ever Change Your Mind” is the third song that Calum has shared from his highly anticipated sophomore album.

George Birge Announces Solo Self-Titled Debut EP
George Birge Announces Solo Self-Titled Debut EP
February 4, 2022

The new project will feature 5 tracks, 4 of which George co-wrote, including the singer/songwriter’s viral hit “Beer Beer, Truck Truck,” and current single “Mind On You.”  Among the new tracks is “Whiskey Side,” a song which labelmate and Platinum artist Matt Stell also had a hand in writing. Pre-save the new EP now!

LOVE SICK Release New Single 'Run Out of Love'
LOVE SICK Release New Single 'Run Out of Love'
February 4, 2022

Scottish alt-pop duo LOVE SICK were greeted with a wave of tastemaker attention for their colossal debut single ‘Bullet’ and their ‘No Sleep’ EP. Then they retreated as they immersed themselves in carefully identifying and curating every aspect of the artistry. Today, LOVE SICK kickstart 2022 with their brand new single ‘Run Out Of Love’.

VIDEO: Chris Daughtry Joins 'How I Wrote That Song'
VIDEO: Chris Daughtry Joins 'How I Wrote That Song'
February 4, 2022

In this episode, Daughtry, who reached the final four on American Idol (Season 5) and formed the band, Daughtry, dives into his awe-inspiring career and the creative process behind some of his biggest hits. Listeners can tune in to hear the journey behind Daughtry’s musical development from writing hits such as “Home” and “September”.



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