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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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Beach Weather Announces Debut Headlining Tour Set For 2024
Beach Weather Announces Debut Headlining Tour Set For 2024
September 20, 2023

Breakthrough alternative pop-rock band Beach Weather is heading into 2024 with another one - a national headlining tour. 2022 saw the band reunite after a multi-year hiatus and sign with Arista Records. Their hit single “Sex, Drugs, Etc” peaked at #1 on the Alt Radio charts and simultaneously claimed the fastest rise to number one that year.

HBO Documentaries Delivered Record Highs This Summer
HBO Documentaries Delivered Record Highs This Summer
September 20, 2023

HBO Documentaries' HARD KNOCKS: TRAINING CAMP WITH THE NEW YORK JETS averaged 4.4 million viewers per episode, scoring the largest audience for the series in 13 years (since 2010), which also featured the New York Jets. Additionally, HARD KNOCKS: TRAINING CAMP WITH THE NEW YORK JETS was the number one unscripted series.

Free Throw Release New Single 'Thanks For Asking'
Free Throw Release New Single 'Thanks For Asking'
September 20, 2023

Free Throw has released a new single out now called “Thanks For Asking”, taken from their upcoming album ‘Lessons That We Swear to Keep’, via Wax Bodega. The band announced the album last month and released the lead single and music video for “Spacer’s Choice”.

Exclusive: SCROOGE: A CHRISTMAS CAROL Soundtrack to Be Released on Vinyl With Luke Evans, Jessie Buckley & More
Exclusive: SCROOGE: A CHRISTMAS CAROL Soundtrack to Be Released on Vinyl With Luke Evans, Jessie Buckley & More
September 20, 2023

The album contains songs that are performed by the actors from the film including Luke Evans, Jessie Buckley, Fra Fee, Trevor Dion Nicholas and more.  Produced by Timeless Films in association with Axis Studios and directed by Stephen Donnelly, Charles Dickens’ ageless legend is reborn in this musical adaptation of the Christmas story.

Taylor Swift Unveils the Complete '1989 (Taylor's Version)' Tracklist Including New Vault Tracks
Taylor Swift Unveils the Complete '1989 (Taylor's Version)' Tracklist Including New Vault Tracks
September 20, 2023

Taylor Swfit has revealed the complete tracklist for '1989 (Taylor's Version).' The tracklist includes all 16 songs from the original deluxe album, like 'Shake It Off,' 'Blank Space,' 'Bad Blood' and more, and five new songs 'From the Vault,' including the newly-confirmed 'SLUT!' Check out the full list now!

Flyte Collaborate with Florence Pugh on 'Tough Love' Live Session
Flyte Collaborate with Florence Pugh on 'Tough Love' Live Session
September 20, 2023

Flyte, the band's self-titled third album, and was recorded over 10 days at London’s Konk Studios with LA’s Andrew Sarlo (Big Thief, Bon Iver) and legendary engineer Dom Monks. Notoriously tricky songwriting territory, their third album explores the themes of love and stability, showing Flyte at their most honest, confident and collaborative.

Jaymellz Hits Home With Relatable New Single 'Communication'
Jaymellz Hits Home With Relatable New Single 'Communication'
September 20, 2023

During this time, Jaymellz created his own independent record label, B.A.S.E, and collaborated with notable figures such as DJ Smallz, JStaffz, Queen Sheeba, Soulja Boy and Jharrel Jerome from the Oscar-winning film Moonlight. In his most recent collaboration, Jaymellz worked with Bentley Records.

Video: Eric Zayne Shares 80's Nostalgia Inspired 'Tropicana Kisses' Music Video
Video: Eric Zayne Shares 80's Nostalgia Inspired 'Tropicana Kisses' Music Video
September 20, 2023

Eric Zayne has released his music video for the makeout soundtrack of 2023 in “Tropicana Kisses.” All instruments and production were done by Eric Zayne himself. The video, which highlights the breezy, intoxicating energy of LA, was co-directed by Lauren Hashian, Spicy Rico, + Emmanuel Ramos and produced by Dwayne Johnson’s Seven Bucks Productions.

HAAi Announces DJ Kicks: HAAi Compilation & Shares New Track 'ZiGGY'
HAAi Announces DJ Kicks: HAAi Compilation & Shares New Track 'ZiGGY'
September 20, 2023

Featuring three brand new tracks from Teneil as well as exclusive songs from an all-star line-up of friends and electronic music figureheads like I.JORDAN, Koreless, Jon Hopkins, Kam-Bu, River Moon, DJ PGZ, Manni Dee, Joshua James, The Blessed Madonna & Cocktail Party Effect, DJ-Kicks: HAAi is themed around the concept of “Always Ascending.”

Brent Faiyaz Releases New Single 'WY@'
Brent Faiyaz Releases New Single 'WY@'
September 20, 2023

Kicking off what promises to be a monumental era, multiplatinum R&B iconoclast, style icon, and entrepreneur Brent Faiyaz returns with a brand-new single entitled “WY@”. It notably stands out as the follow-up to his chart-topping epic album, WASTELAND, which has tallied over 1 billion streams worldwide and debuted at #2 on the Billboard 200.

RIAA Honors Gloria Estefan, Sebastián Yatra, Emilio Estefan, Maria Fernandez, Congresswomen María Elvira Salazar & Veronica Escobar
RIAA Honors Gloria Estefan, Sebastián Yatra, Emilio Estefan, Maria Fernandez, Congresswomen María Elvira Salazar & Veronica Escobar
September 20, 2023

The Recording Industry Association of America® (RIAA) celebrated an incredible group of artists who have impacted music. The star-studded annual RIAA Honors highlighted Latin music elites – Gloria Estefan, Sebastián Yatra, Emilio Estefan, Sony Music Latin’s Maria Fernandez alongside Congresswomen María Elvira Salazar and Veronica Escobar.

Video: Bittersweethearts Release 'Empty' Music Video
Video: Bittersweethearts Release 'Empty' Music Video
September 20, 2023

Taking cues from the 90’s classic Thelma and Louise, the music video - produced by Vicente Cordero of Industrial Films - reminds us all that we don’t have to put up with being walked over and sees Bittersweethearts mixing elements of Blondie and Mazzy Star with the new wave cool you’d find at renowned NYC club CBGB’s.

SNOW WIFE Collabs With Big Boss Vette on New Single 'HIT IT'
SNOW WIFE Collabs With Big Boss Vette on New Single 'HIT IT'
September 20, 2023

Emerging pop singer/songwriter SNOW WIFE has collabed with rapper Big Boss Vette on a new single and music video “HIT IT,” out now, September 20 under independent publishing company Prescription Songs and label counterpart Amigo Records. The new single is set to appear on SNOW’s upcoming debut mixtape, QUEEN DEGENERATE.

AKA MR. CHOW Documentary to Premiere on HBO
AKA MR. CHOW Documentary to Premiere on HBO
September 20, 2023

Alongside images of celebrities as varied as Mae West, Calvin Klein, and Andy Warhol, the documentary includes interviews with artists Peter Blake, Julian Schnabel, and Ed Ruscha; family members Cecilia Zhou, Maximillian Chow, China Chow, and Vanessa Chow; author Fran Lebowitz; film producer Brian Grazer; friends, colleagues, and art world experts.

Shakira, Peso Pluma & More Complete the Billboard Latin Music Week Lineup
Shakira, Peso Pluma & More Complete the Billboard Latin Music Week Lineup
September 20, 2023

Newly announced Billboard Latin Music Week participating artists include powerhouses Beatriz Luengo, Carin León, DannyLux, DJ Nelson, Hyde, Ivy Queen, JOP, Lasso, Luny Tunes, Pedro Capó, Peso Pluma, Thalia and Wisin. Musica Mexicana singer-songwriter Peso Pluma will headline a special Billboard En Vivo show.

Buddy Valastro Cooks Up Two New Primetime Series For A&E's Home.Made.Nation Hub
Buddy Valastro Cooks Up Two New Primetime Series For A&E's Home.Made.Nation Hub
September 20, 2023

Premiering with back-to-back episodes on Saturday, November 11 at 9pm ET/PT, “Legends of the Fork” follows Buddy as he travels the country in search of the most renowned dishes and restaurants to uncover the “secret sauce” to their success. Immediately following at 10pm ET/PT, “Buddy Valastro’s Cake Dynasty” highlights Buddy and his family.

Video: Boygenius Release Music Video for 'Cool About It'
Video: Boygenius Release Music Video for 'Cool About It'
September 20, 2023

boygenius, (Julien Baker, Phoebe Bridgers and Lucy Dacus) have released an animated video for “Cool About It.' The video, which is the first animated video directed by Lauren Tsai, details the relationship between a dog and a dog toy through intricate visuals and beautifully crafted animation.

The Shindellas Achieve First Top 10 Single With 'Last Night Was Good For My Soul'
The Shindellas Achieve First Top 10 Single With 'Last Night Was Good For My Soul'
September 20, 2023

Produced by Louis York—the Grammy Award-winning duo of Claude Kelly and Chuck Harmony (Rihanna, Miley Cyrus, Jazmine Sullivan)—Shindo is a modern take on the beloved girl group genre that taps into R&B and soul to bring forth a sound they call “New American Soul.” Across its nine tracks, The Shindellas showcase the depths of their combined vocals.

MGM+ Picks Up BEACON 23 Science-Fiction Thriller
MGM+ Picks Up BEACON 23 Science-Fiction Thriller
September 20, 2023

MGM+, a premium linear channel and streaming service, announced it has picked up the science-fiction mystery thriller and love story Beacon 23, based on the best-selling book by Hugh Howey. Zak Penn (Ready Player One, Free Guy) created the series, and executive produced along with Glen Mazzara (The Walking Dead, The Shield).

Troye Sivan Drops New Single 'Got Me Started'
Troye Sivan Drops New Single 'Got Me Started'
September 20, 2023

Produced by Ian Kirkpatrick, who co-wrote and produced Dua Lipa’s “New Rules” and “Don’t Start Now” and Selina Gomez’s “Bad Liar,” “Got Me Started” samples “Shooting Stars” from Australian electronic duo Bag Raiders. Troye Sivan wrote the songs for his new album with Oscar Görres (Taylor Swift, Katy Perry, Sam Smith), and more.



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