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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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Spadei Releases New Single 'Shine a Light'
Spadei Releases New Single 'Shine a Light'
January 24, 2023

The new song will be followed by a music video produced by Kenny Greenbaum/Majic Robot Films. Spadei recruited the dynamic producer to unite the very cinematic music of “Shine a Light '' with intriguing visuals! The end resulted in a fantastic voyage of sights and sounds. It is the second release from their upcoming album Left Right Here.

Hippie Sabotage Releases 'I Dont Care'
Hippie Sabotage Releases 'I Dont Care'
January 24, 2023

The duo takes cues from hip hop, psych rock, and chill wave, all pulled together by Jeff’s killer guitar skills and Kevin’s explosive personality on stage. In 2014, Hippie Sabotage skyrocketed to #1 on Billboard’s Next Big Sound chart after releasing their remix of Tove Lo’s ‘Habits (Stay High)’, which has surpassed 1 Billion streams across DSPs.

Nickel Creek Returns With First New Album in Nine Years 'Celebrants'
Nickel Creek Returns With First New Album in Nine Years 'Celebrants'
January 24, 2023

Across the 18 tracks, the trio addresses love, friendship and time with lyrics both poetic and plain-spoken, as they see bridges built, crossed, burned and rebuilt. Recorded at Nashville’s RCA Studio A, the album was produced by longtime collaborator Eric Valentine (Queens of the Stone Age, Grace Potter, Weezer) and features Mike Elizondo on bass.

James Monroe Iglehart, Kimiko Glenn & More to Appear on Disney's KIFF
James Monroe Iglehart, Kimiko Glenn & More to Appear on Disney's KIFF
January 24, 2023

Kimiko Glenn ('Orange Is the New Black') stars in the titular role of Kiff, whose thirst for life takes her on countless adventures through their city alongside Barry, voiced by H Michael Croner ('Craig of the Creek'). The series also features Lauren Ash and James Monroe Iglehart (as Kiff’s parents), Rhys Darby, Kate Flannery and Eugene Cordero.

Kitchen Dwellers Announce Brooklyn Bowl Show
Kitchen Dwellers Announce Brooklyn Bowl Show
January 24, 2023

Fast rising alt/Americana and bluegrass band Kitchen Dwellers are following last week’s Spring Tour announcement with an added performance at New York’s Brooklyn Bowl. The Dwellers and fast rising, East Coast outfit, Eggy will co-headline the evening and will be joined by Nashville’s Sicard Hollow as support.

Peacock Launches POKER FACE 1-866-NOBLSHT Hotline
Peacock Launches POKER FACE 1-866-NOBLSHT Hotline
January 24, 2023

Now until February 19, Peacock's BS Hotline is now available! Charlie Cale is so good at calling out BS, Peacock created a hotline meant to showcase her talents. Call 1-866-NOBLSHT. Users can call or text the hotline to hear the instantly recognizable voice of Natasha Lyonne providing advise as Charlie Cale.

THE OLD WAY Sets Blu-ray, Digital and DVD, Digital and On Demand
THE OLD WAY Sets Blu-ray, Digital and DVD, Digital and On Demand
January 24, 2023

Directed by Brett Donowho, (Acts of Violence, Salvation U.S.A.) and written by Carl W. Lucas (The Wave, My Name Is Myeisha), The Old Way will be available for the suggested retail price of $5.99 for Video on Demand, $14.99 for Electronic Sell-Through, $21.99 for Blu-ray + Digital, and $19.98 for DVD.

Hans Zimmer Adds Second Live Dubai Show Due to Popular Demand
Hans Zimmer Adds Second Live Dubai Show Due to Popular Demand
January 24, 2023

Fans in Dubai will get to experience incredible music featured in film favorites including The Lion King, Inception, Gladiator, Pirates of the Caribbean, and Dune to name a few. Key band members include South African vocalist and composer Lebo Morake featured in The Lion King, Australian singer Lisa Gerrard in Gladiator, and more.

Outlaw Pop Artist DEVORA Releases New EP 'God Is Dead'
Outlaw Pop Artist DEVORA Releases New EP 'God Is Dead'
January 24, 2023

With influences that range from Nine Inch Nails to Dolly Parton, and a touch of Lana Del Rey thrown in for good measure, the EP, produced by Alex Aldi (Passion Pit, Holy Ghost!) and Cass Dillon (Goo Goo Dolls, Grey Daze) and mixed by Tony Hoffer (M83, Beck), is a collection of stories Inspired by true events.

LA's Hooveriii Announce East Coast Tour
LA's Hooveriii Announce East Coast Tour
January 24, 2023

Hooveriii have announced a February tour of the U.S. in support of their newest album A Round of Applause (The Reverberation Appreciation Society). The dates kick off at Brooklyn’s Baby’s All Right on February 10 and conclude on February 18 in Troy, NY.  Along the way they will make stops in Washington, DC, Philadelphia, and Boston.

Mats Gustafsson and Joachim Nordwall Announce New Duo Album
Mats Gustafsson and Joachim Nordwall Announce New Duo Album
January 24, 2023

Gustafsson and Nordwall are united by their uncompromising approach to music and their status as renowned collaborators and improviser. Mats Gustafsson is a world-renowned horn player who has pushed the evolution of improvised music with his own unique voice. Joachim Nordwall is a cornerstone of the Swedish musical underground.

Atlas Maior to Drop New Single 'Hadal' & Announces Album
Atlas Maior to Drop New Single 'Hadal' & Announces Album
January 24, 2023

The title track “Hadal” is a brooding, yet demonstrative offering inspired by the Hadal Zone, the deepest and darkest ocean trench on earth. The name Hadal is Atlas Maior’s metaphor for post-pandemic artistic perseverance within a rapidly changing global context.

Stones Throw's Gabriel da Rosa Announces Debut LP 'E o que a casa oferece'
Stones Throw's Gabriel da Rosa Announces Debut LP 'E o que a casa oferece'
January 24, 2023

Although Gabriel now resides in Los Angeles, his Brazilian heritage and roots are pivotal to his musicianship, thanks to his upbringing in rural Brazil, where he was inspired to make music by his poet mother and his radio DJ dad, who introduced him to the music of artists like Joao Gilberto. Check out tour dates now!

THE GOOD FIGHT Final Season Sets DVD Release
THE GOOD FIGHT Final Season Sets DVD Release
January 24, 2023

THE GOOD FIGHT: THE FINAL SEASON stars 13-time Emmy Award® Nominee Christine Baranski (“The Gilded Age”), as well as Tony Award® Winner Audra McDonald (Beauty and the Beast), Nyambi Nyambi (“Mike and Molly”), Sarah Steele (“The Good Wife”), Andre Braughar (“Brooklyn 99”), Charmaine Bingwa (“Emancipation”) and Michael Boatman.

Brooklyn's Oropendola Announces 'Waiting For The Sky To Speak' LP
Brooklyn's Oropendola Announces 'Waiting For The Sky To Speak' LP
January 24, 2023

There’s a confidence that rings out across the eleven songs that make up Waiting for the Sky to Speak, Joanna Schubert’s debut album as Oropendola, a word that means “golden pendulum.” These tracks shimmer with bursts of energy and emotion, swinging from playfulness to earnestness with deft, technicolor brushstrokes.

Swim Camp Announces Tour with Maneka Ahead of New Album
Swim Camp Announces Tour with Maneka Ahead of New Album
January 24, 2023

Swim Camp, the Philadelphia based project of Tom Morris, announces a run of tour dates in support of his upcoming album Steel Country. Co-headlining with Maneka, the pair will play five dates throughout the northeast, with local support at each stop TBA. The tour kicks off on 3/2 in Boston and ends on 3/6 in Pittsburgh.

Ava Max Releases New Single 'Cold As Ice'
Ava Max Releases New Single 'Cold As Ice'
January 24, 2023

The track is featured on her upcoming album, featuring music co-written by Ava alongside Henry Walter (Maroon 5, Miley Cyrus), Mathew James Burns (Lady Gaga, Ariana Grande), Caroline Ailin (Dua Lipa, Selena Gomez), Brett McLaughlin (Troye Sivan, Selena Gomez).

The Bobby Lees Announce North American 'Bellevue' Tour
The Bobby Lees Announce North American 'Bellevue' Tour
January 24, 2023

Iggy Pop, Debbie Harry, Henry Rollins…these are just a few of the punk icons who have shown support for Woodstock, NY based band The Bobby Lees. Sam Quartin [vocals, guitar], Macky Bowman [drums], Nick Casa [guitar], and Kendall Wind [bass] — make music that is punk in spirit and soul; unfettered and resolutely honest.

Sebastián Yatra Receives 10 Nominations at 2023 Premio Lo Nuestro
Sebastián Yatra Receives 10 Nominations at 2023 Premio Lo Nuestro
January 24, 2023

Yatra’s “Dos Oruguitas” from Disney’s Encanto also received an Oscar nomination and he performed the first song in Spanish at the Academy Awards. Sebastián Yatra’s multi-platinum album “Dharma” debuted at #1 on the Spotify Global Debut Chart (with +3.9 Billion streams at release & 9.9 Billion streams to date) and features 3 Top 50 Global singles.

Devon Church (Exitmusic) Announces New Album
Devon Church (Exitmusic) Announces New Album
January 24, 2023

Devon Church has announced his new album Strange Strangers, and shared a video for lead single “Ephemera”. While Church’s previous group Exitmusic utilized widescreen atmospherics in service of tense dream pop, his solo endeavor places his earthy baritone front and center over world weary folk.



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