Nominations Announced for the 2nd CDG Casting AwardsJanuary 9, 2020The Casting Directors' Guild (CDG) in partnership with Spotlight is pleased to announce the nominations for its second CDG Casting Awards, which will take place on Tuesday 11 February 2020 at Ham Yard Hotel London. This year's event will feature six award categories: Best Theatre, Best Musical, Best Film, Best TV Drama, Best TV Comedy, Best Commercial. The CDG and Spotlight would like to welcome for the first time, headline sponsors Identity Agency Group.
Emo Nite LA Announces 2020 Tour Dates Including CoachellaJanuary 9, 2020Emo Nite LA is wasting no time in 2020. After announcing they would be performing at this year's Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, the LA-based party company/lifestyle brand/cultural phenomenon has announced parties in cities like New York City, Chicago, Philadelphia, Austin, Minneapolis, Vancouver, Asbury Park, Baltimore, St. Louis, San Diego and more.
HIGH STRUNG FREE DANCE Takes to the Stage on Blu-ray, DVD and VOD February 4thJanuary 9, 2020Following a theatrical release to the USA's top markets, GVN Releasing has announced the Blu-ray, DVD and Digital release of Michael Damian's High Strung Free Dance. The sequel to Damian's dance hit High Strung, High Strung Free Dance tells the story of choreographer Zander Raines (Thomas Doherty, The Descendants franchise, 'The Lodge'), contemporary dancer Barlow (Juliet Doherty) and innovative pianist Charlie (Harry Jarvis, 'Proven Innocent', 'Dixi') amid the backdrop of New York's most-anticipated new Broadway show: Free Dance.
New Musical Drama Series in the Works from John Ridley, Pasek & PaulJanuary 9, 2020Oscar® winner John Ridley (12 Years A Slave, GUERRILLA) is joining the upcoming SHOWTIME untitled musical drama series as executive producer, writer and director. 15-time Grammy® winner Alicia Keys serves as executive producer along with the Oscar, Tony® and Grammy winning team of Benj Pasek and Justin Paul (La La Land, Dear Evan Hansen, The Greatest Showman), who will also contribute music. The project centers on an emotionally complex family story that spans generations and threatens the fabric of the community in present day Milwaukee. The announcement was made today by Gary Levine, President of Entertainment, Showtime Networks Inc.
Jonny Polonsky Announces New Album 'Kingdom of Sleep'January 8, 2020American singer-songwriter, guitarist, multi-instrumentalist and producer Jonny Polonsky has announced his new album 'Kingdom of Sleep', scheduled for release on March 6, 2020. Ahead of that, he presents the lead single 'The Weeping Souls'. Self-produced by Polonsky, this album was mixed and mastered by Mike Tholen (Chris Connelly, Revolting Cocks).
Grouplove Returns With 'Deleter'January 8, 2020Canvasback Music and Atlantic Records are proud to announce the eagerly-awaited new single from Grouplove. “Deleter” is available today at all DSPs and streaming services, accompanied by an anarchic, high-energy companion video (watch below).
Natasha Marc Cast On Showtime's THE GOOD LORD BIRDJanuary 8, 2020BroadwayWorld has exclusively learned that actress Natasha Marc (Timeless, The Rookie) is set to be cast opposite actor Ethan Hawke in Showtime's The Good Lord Bird based on James McBride's novel, from Blumhouse Television.
Zachery Allan Starkey Announces New LPJanuary 8, 2020Zachery Allan Starkey has released the first single, 'No Security' off of his upcoming album, FEAR CITY. The single premiered with The Brvtalist. Composed, performed, and produced by Starkey using analogue synthesizers, drum machines, and guitars, 'No Security' is a dark, propulsive, mesmerizing industrial techno track that fills the room with a vibrant, mystifying energy.
ABC Debuts New Trailer for THE BAKER AND THE BEAUTYJanuary 8, 2020Today, ABC gave TCA members an exclusive first look at the compelling new modern-day fairy tale, “The Baker and the Beauty.” Check out the exclusive trailer below before the series premiere, MONDAY, APRIL 6 (10:00-11:00 p.m. EDT), on ABC.
Former Chicago Vocalist/Bassist Pays Tribute to Kenny LogginsJanuary 8, 2020After an astounding career playing bass and singing for a range of Rock and Roll Hall of Fame artists like Don Felder of The Eagles to the legendary Chicago, Jeff Coffey continues his solo career with his new album Origins: Singers and Songs that Made Me which is a collection of covers of songs that influenced Coffey in his musicianship as well as personal life. Among these is his cover of Kenny Loggins`s 1979 smash hit “This Is It” in which Coffey stays faithful to the original while not being afraid to add his own style to a section or two. The single will be released on this Friday, January 10th.
RATINGS: Science Channel Matches Its Best Year Ever in 2019 in Key DemosJanuary 8, 2020Believe in Science. Coming off four straight years of record ratings growth in primetime, Science Channel finished 2019 tied with 2018 for its highest rated year in its history with Adults 25-54. The network also set ratings highs with Women 25-54 in both primetime and total day, with increases of +7% and +11% over 2018, respectively. Science also equaled its best year in total day with Adults 25-54.
DIGIMON ADVENTURE: LAST EVOLUTION KIZUNA Hits Theaters on March 25January 8, 2020This spring the DigiDestined returns to the big screen in a final adventure with their Digimon. Toei Animation Inc. and Fathom Events announced today that the new feature film “Digimon Adventure: Last Evolution Kizuna” will screen March 25 as a special one-night-only theatrical event across the United States.