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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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Ultra Naté Releases Epic 'ULTRA' Deluxe LP
Ultra Naté Releases Epic 'ULTRA' Deluxe LP
September 15, 2023

Ultra’s Deluxe edition includes noted collaborations with the likes of Osunlade, Quentin Harris, Henrik Schwarz, Slowz, Mood II Swing’s Lem Springsteen and Grammy winners Blue Lab Beats & Tracy Young ; ULTRA Deluxe also sports the recent #1 nu disco single, 'DANGEROUS (So Dare Me)” w/ Les Bisous ; last year’s “YOU’RE FREE” with duo Icona Pop.

Maren Morris Drops New EP 'The Bridge'; Announces She Is Leaving Country Music
Maren Morris Drops New EP 'The Bridge'; Announces She Is Leaving Country Music
September 15, 2023

Grammy-winning artist Maren Morris returns with a two-track EP, The Bridge, which features two new tracks, “The Tree,” produced by Greg Kurstin and “Get the Hell Out of Here,” produced by Jack Antonoff. Watch the Jason Lester-directed videos now! Plus, check out upcoming tour dates with The Chicks.

Neil Young Sets 50th Anniversary Release of 'Time Fades Away'
Neil Young Sets 50th Anniversary Release of 'Time Fades Away'
September 15, 2023

This definitive 9 song iteration of the album contains a bonus track of “The Last Trip To Tulsa,” which originally appeared on Archives Vol.2 Box set.  This version of the song appears on vinyl only for the first time ever. TIME FADES AWAY 50 will be available at the Greedy Hand Store at Neil Young Archives (NYA) and music retailers everywhere.

Mae Muller Shares Thrilling Album Closer 'Written by a Woman'
Mae Muller Shares Thrilling Album Closer 'Written by a Woman'
September 15, 2023

In addition to the thrilling self-possession of “Written By A Woman,” Sorry I’m Late includes past hits like “I Just Came To Dance” and “I Wrote A Song” - a high-energy anthem that became the No. 1 trending song in the UK and shot to No. 9 on the UK Singles Chart after Mae represented the UK in the 2023 Eurovision Song Contest.

Diplo Shares 'Diamond Therapy' With Walker & Royce and Channel Tres
Diplo Shares 'Diamond Therapy' With Walker & Royce and Channel Tres
September 15, 2023

“Diamond Therapy,” featuring rapper, singer and producer Channel Tres, has been released via Diplo’s own Higher Ground imprint. Following his country album Diplo Present Thomas Wesley: Chapter 2—Swamp Savant from earlier this year, Diplo’s focus returns to his house music imprint Higher Ground with “Diamond Therapy.”

Danielle Ponder Drops Deluxe Edition of 'Some Of Us Are Brave'
Danielle Ponder Drops Deluxe Edition of 'Some Of Us Are Brave'
September 15, 2023

The deluxe album is a revealing continuation of Ponder’s full length debut, fluctuating between alternative soul and hip hop to tell stories of the Black experience and of personal heartbreak. The deluxe edition features Ponder’s latest single and fan favorite, “Roll The Credits,” which the artist shared earlier this year.

Ava Della Pietra Unveils Bold New Single 'ego'
Ava Della Pietra Unveils Bold New Single 'ego'
September 15, 2023

Marking a refreshing evolution from her prior 'girl-next-door' persona, 'ego' presents a mature, self-assured Ava in a light we've never seen before. Building on her standout Broadway performances and relatable high school experiences, this latest track delves into a captivating tale of self-discovery within a complex relationship.

Taye Diggs Portrays Lance Herndon in New BET+ Film LOVE AND MURDER: ATLANTA PLAYBOY
Taye Diggs Portrays Lance Herndon in New BET+ Film LOVE AND MURDER: ATLANTA PLAYBOY
September 15, 2023

LOVE & MURDER: ATLANTA PLAYBOY is based on the book 'Redbone: Money, Malice and Murder in Atlanta,' by Ron Stodghill. Taye Diggs stars alongside Keesha Sharp, Ciera Payton, Apryl Jones, Ernestine Johnson, Nicole Lyn, Robert Brown, Tye White, Anton Peeples, Yung Joc, Karlie Redd, and Yandy Smith.

Stephen Wilson Jr. Releases Debut Double Album 'søn of dad'
Stephen Wilson Jr. Releases Debut Double Album 'søn of dad'
September 15, 2023

Wilson has also shared the official music video for “patches.' Directed by Wilson Jr. and Tim Cofield, the symbol-heavy video chronicles a day in the life of a cast of colorful characters in rural America – including an alien and an astronaut that can't seem to escape each other.

LATEWAVES Releases Playful New Single 'Frog'
LATEWAVES Releases Playful New Single 'Frog'
September 15, 2023

Alt-rock band LATEWAVES is excited to share “Frog”, the third single from their forthcoming self-titled album. The band will be celebrating their new album with a special hometown album release show on October 27th at House of Independents in Asbury Park. Special guests include Little Hag, Family Dinner, Charlie & Margot, and Steve Kelly.

THE BROOK & THE BLUFF Release New Album 'Bluebeard'
THE BROOK & THE BLUFF Release New Album 'Bluebeard'
September 15, 2023

To celebrate, the band will be hitting the road for an extensive North American tour which kicks off next week. Tickets are selling fast with sold out shows in San Francisco, San Diego, Toronto, DC and Austin. The band have also added more shows and issued a low ticket warning for Chicago, New York, Boston, and Nashville. 

Tanner Adell Builds On Her Debut Mixtape With 'Buckle Bunny' Deluxe
Tanner Adell Builds On Her Debut Mixtape With 'Buckle Bunny' Deluxe
September 15, 2023

Expanding upon her Country mixtape - a first for the genre - Adell is back with two new tracks “Luke Combs'' and “Backroad'' along with previously released fan-favorite “Love You A Little Bit.” Buckle Bunny Deluxe is an 11-song collection that completes the energetic and empowering introduction with a softer tone.

Cody Belew Previews His Debut Album With Title Track 'I Did It for Love'
Cody Belew Previews His Debut Album With Title Track 'I Did It for Love'
September 15, 2023

Channeling classic country-pop with a sultry, rock-n-roll swagger, “I Did It for Love” was co-written with Lucie Silvas (Reba McEntire, Miranda Lambert, Tricia Yearwood) and producer Dustin Ransom (Richard Marx, Chely Wright, Emily West). The hook-filled stomper was inspired by the actions of a fellow artist.

Hyro the Hero Celebrates Release of Sophomore Album 'Bound for Glory'
Hyro the Hero Celebrates Release of Sophomore Album 'Bound for Glory'
September 15, 2023

On BOUND FOR GLORY, HYRO collaborates with some of the leading names in rock including David Draiman (Disturbed), Brandon Saller (Atreyu), Chad Gray (HELLYEAH), Spencer Charnas and Dan Sugarman (Ice Nine Kills), REDDSTAR, AJ (Fire From The Gods) and Markus Videsäter (Solence). 

Bella Poarch Ready to 'Crush' on New Single With Lauv
Bella Poarch Ready to 'Crush' on New Single With Lauv
September 15, 2023

Filipino-American artist, songwriter, visionary, and the “third most-followed creator on TikTok” Bella Poarch returns with a new single and music video entitled “Crush” with Lauv out now via Warner Records. It notably marks her first release of 2023 and first collaboration with multiplatinum phenomenon Lauv!

Picture This Release 'Leftover Love'
Picture This Release 'Leftover Love'
September 15, 2023

Picture This have unassumingly captivated listeners in every corner of the world. The band have amassed more than 400 million streams, sold out stadiums including a five-night stand at Dublin’s 3Arena, headlining Electric Picnic’s Main Stage and inspiring praise from Billboard, ThisSongIsSick, and many more.  

Michael C. Hall's Princess Goes Share New Single 'Jetpack'
Michael C. Hall's Princess Goes Share New Single 'Jetpack'
September 15, 2023

Princess Goes — the buzzy band led by the charismatic showmanship of vocalist and actor Michael C. Hall (Dexter, Six Feet Under, Lazarus),  keyboardist Matt Katz-Bohen (Blondie, Cyndi Lauper) and drummer Peter Yanowitz (The Wallflowers, Morningwood) — announced their forthcoming LP, 'Come Of Age.'

Corey Taylor Releases New Solo Studio Album 'CMF2'
Corey Taylor Releases New Solo Studio Album 'CMF2'
September 15, 2023

Corey Taylor (Slipknot, Stone Sour) releases his long-awaited new solo studio album, CMF2. CMF2, Taylor’s first album for BMG and the first on his own label imprint, Decibel Cooper Recordings, was produced by Jay Ruston (Anthrax, Steel Panther, Amon Amarth), who also produced Stone Sour’s 2017 Hydrograd as well as Taylor’s solo debut release, CMFT.

All Time Low Share 'Fake as Hell' Single With Avril Lavigne
All Time Low Share 'Fake as Hell' Single With Avril Lavigne
September 15, 2023

Recorded in Los Angeles and Aspen with longtime collaborators Zakk Cervini [blink-182, Machine Gun Kelly, Halsey] and Andrew Goldstein [Maroon 5, Katy Perry, Jxdn], the album is a gut punch of renegade riffs and intense introspection that finds the band reaching thrilling new heights of creativity.

Josh Radnor Announces Solo Debut Double-Album, 'Eulogy: Vol. I + II'
Josh Radnor Announces Solo Debut Double-Album, 'Eulogy: Vol. I + II'
September 15, 2023

Throughout Eulogy: Volume I, Radnor’s grounded and intimate songwriting style blends the timeless art of existential questioning with relatable, down-to-earth narratives, in the vein of acts like Nick Drake, Alexi Murdoch, Bob Dylan, and Neil Young. Backed by sometimes rowdy, sometimes sparse instrumentation.



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