GUARDIANS OF THE GLADES Returns January 7thDecember 4, 2019Florida's python problem is threatening to sweep north into the rest of America; but snake hunter Dusty Crum and his crew are ready to take on some of the biggest, deadliest snakes in the Everglades. During Florida's 'wet season', the high-water acts as a 'highway' for predators - including the Burmese Python - and it's up to Dusty to catch them before they wipe out an entire generation of mammals. With new tools, new techniques and new areas of exploration, Dusty and his team are determined to stop Florida's most destructive invasive species from taking over America. The brand-new season of GUARDIANS OF THE GLADES premieres Tuesday, January 7, at 10PM ET/PT on Discovery Channel.
Season 3 of FAMILY GHOSTS Podcast Launches TodayDecember 4, 2019The third season of the Family Ghosts podcast begins with The Clotilda Legacy, Part 1: The Descendants. Producer Vera Carothers bears witness to the story of the residents of Africatown in Mobile, Alabama - the town was founded by their ancestors, who came over on the last known slave ship to dock on U.S. shores, The Clotilda. Timothy Meaher, a titan of industry in 19th-century Mobile, bet some drinking buddies he could sneak an entire ship of slaves into the city's port without tipping off the federal government - and succeeded.
Paramount Network Dedicates December to the Troops with HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS ProgrammingDecember 4, 2019December 4, 2019 – Paramount Network announced today it will honor the men and women of the U.S. Armed Forces with a dedicated 'Home for the Holidays' programming event, in partnership with the USO. 'Home for the Holidays' will include a series of interstitial interviews with recently discharged Veterans discussing their experiences in active service, what it means to be back home, USO support, and the value of movies for comfort and morale while deployed. Watch the trailer below.
Def Leppard, Motley Crue Announce Headlining Tour With Poison and Joan Jett & The BlackheartsDecember 4, 2019The world's most iconic and celebrated rock legends will hit the road together next summer for a coheadlining tour SO MASSIVE that it could only be held in America's biggest stadiums. THE STADIUM TOUR featuring DEF LEPPARD, MÖTLEY CRÜE, with POISON and JOAN JETT & THE BLACKHEARTS will hit select cities in the U.S. where each band will bring their electrifying stage shows while promising to perform their stadium sized anthems. Produced by Live Nation, the summer tour is set to steamroll through America, visiting the country's most iconic stadiums, was announced today at SiriusXM's Hollywood Studios live on the Volume Channel 106.
Lindsey Stirling Premieres 'We Three Gentlemen' Video TodayDecember 4, 2019Critically acclaimed and multi-award winning electronic violinist Lindsey Stirling premiered the official music video for “We Three Gentlemen” today via her official YouTube channel. Watch it below. The track is off of her highly successful Christmas album, Warmer in the Winter, which went on to become the best-selling new Christmas album of 2017, outselling pop music heavyweights such as Gwen Stefani and Sia. “Carol of the Bells” from Warmer in the Winter: Deluxe Edition made Lindsey the first artist to have an instrumental only song in Top 10 at AC radio (peaking at #5). It's currently listed at #6 on the Recurrent Chart. Her holiday track “Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy” is #4 on the Holiday Chart.
Films from SLAVE PLAY's Jeremy O. Harris, Julie Taymor & More Join Line-Up at Sundance Film FestivalDecember 4, 2019The nonprofit Sundance Institute announced today the showcase of new independent feature films selected across all categories for the 2020 Sundance Film Festival. The Festival hosts screenings in Park City, Salt Lake City and at Sundance Mountain Resort, from January 23a?"February 2, 2020. The Sundance Film Festival is Sundance Institute's flagship public program, widely regarded as the largest American independent film festival and attended by more than 120,000 people and 1,300 accredited press, and powered by more than 2,000 volunteers last year.
Ukulele Picnic in Hawai'i Strikes a Chord at the 12th Annual EventDecember 3, 2019For an 12th year, the annual 'Ukulele Picnic in Hawai'i will return to Oahu on Sunday, February 16, 2020, featuring local and international 'ukulele musicians performing on two stages. For the second year, the event will be held at Victoria Ward Park at Ward Village (in the old block previously occupied by Marukai).
Ingrid Andress is December's Billboard ChartbreakerDecember 3, 2019Billboard has announced that 28-year-old country singer, Ingrid Andress, is the December Chartbreaker thanks to new her single, “More Hearts Than Mine”, rising on the country charts. Her compelling songwriting history and shining future is inspiring today's country fans. Ingrid's vibe is often seen as an anomaly in country radio as she credits her lyrics to being as truthful as possible – far from the typical up-tempo beats and lyrics.
Bob Weir and Wolf Bros Announce Five Nights at Sweetwater Music Hall This FebruaryDecember 3, 2019Bob Weir and Wolf Bros announce five nights at the iconic Sweetwater Music Hall this February, including a special Valentine's Day show with ticket holders receiving a surprise gift at the venue. Purchase tickets HERE. The storied venue, which is located in downtown Mill Valley just north of San Francisco, opened in 1972 and has seen some of music's biggest stars throughout the years including Weir, Elvis Costello, Etta James, Carlos Santana, Jerry Garcia, Gregg Allman, Huey Lewis and more.
Latin Reel Co-Presents QUEEN OF LAPADecember 3, 2019Against the backdrop of political corruption and flagrant transphobia in Brazil, the late, great Luana Muniz—cabaret performer, activist, and sex worker since age 11—minced no words about the challenges in calling Lapa, Rio de Janeiro home. In her hostel, she provided a rare safe haven and a heavy dose of tough love for the next generation of trans sex workers.
Spectrum News NY1's ON STAGE Will Look at the Thanksgiving Day ParadeDecember 3, 2019This week host Frank DiLella will take an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the inner workings of the iconic Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade by covering the full process, from rehearsals all the way to the parade route. DiLella will get up-close with Executive Producer Susan Tercero, Creative Director Rick Pomer, Creative Producer Welsey Whately and Senior Director of Production John Piper to discuss the parade's history and how hundreds of employees, family and friends, and Broadway stars help to carry on the annual tradition that features an array of beloved balloons from Snoopy to SpongeBob SquarePants, and of course jolly Old St. Nick. In addition, a world famous Radio City Rockette will share her first-hand experience performing in the parade.
The Social Media Superstar Awards Take Beverly Hills in 2020December 3, 2019A new awards ceremony - The Social Media Superstar Awards - is being launched today to celebrate the achievements of brands, businesses and individuals, who have changed the face of social media and marketing. The SMS Awards will recognize those businesses and individuals, whose creative work has made a difference and set a pioneering level of expertise in their field.