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By the time Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson was 23, he had multiple arrests, his family was evicted and his dreams of being a football player were shattered. He was living at home with no future, no direction and had $7 in his pocket. That

Worriers Announce February & March Tour Dates With Alkaline Trio & Drug Church Photo Worriers Announce February & March Tour Dates With Alkaline Trio & Drug Church
by Michael Major - January 11, 2024

Worriers set North American February / March shows supporting Alkaline Trio on their Blood, Hair, And Eyeballs Tour. The tour will kick off on February 22 in Anaheim, CA at The House Of Blues and will include shows in Austin, Atlanta, Philadelphia, Washington, D.C., New York, Chicago, Portland, Seat...


Billy Idol to Release 'The Roadside' EP on Sept. 17 Photo Billy Idol to Release 'The Roadside' EP on Sept. 17
by Sarah Jae Leiber - August 11, 2021

The lead single “Bitter Taste,” premiering today, features some of Idol’s most introspective and confessional lyrics ever, as he confronts death, rebirth, and his personal growth in the thirty-one years since his near-fatal 1990 motorcycle accident....


Review: UNDER HEAVEN'S EYES, VAULT Festival Photo Review: UNDER HEAVEN'S EYES, VAULT Festival
by Cindy Marcolina - February 09, 2023

Part TED Talk, part memorial to the lives lost due to racially motivated brutality, and part plea for change, Tajah’s piece is as educational as historically relevant. While it might not be perfect, it should be mandatory viewing, especially in schools. Like his character says: “Education is our bes...


U.K. Docudrama MERCY Inks Distribution Deal With Los Angeles-based All Channel Films, Photo U.K. Docudrama MERCY Inks Distribution Deal With Los Angeles-based All Channel Films, Inc.
by Michael Major - December 22, 2021

The film stars Maria Austin (The Reverend and Mrs. Simpson - in post-production) in the role of Mercy, as well as Mark Wingett (Quadrophenia, EastEnders), Annette Badland (Ted Lasso, Doctors, EastEnders), John Pickering, Catherine Shipton, and Wendy Morgan (Yanks, Mrs. Lowry and Son with Vanessa Red...


Lightyear Acquires A-HA: THE MOVIE & WE WERE ONCE KIDS Photo Lightyear Acquires A-HA: THE MOVIE & WE WERE ONCE KIDS
by Michael Major - December 21, 2021

Both films are about established, legacy brands – A-ha:  The Movie celebrates the 40th anniversary of the irresistible pop song and music video Take on Me, revealing the band’s ability to overcome personal differences. We Were Once Kids delves into the lives of the kids who were featured in the 1995...


Former HAMILTON Cast Member Files Discrimination Complaint Against the Production Photo Former HAMILTON Cast Member Files Discrimination Complaint Against the Production
by A.A. Cristi - October 13, 2021

Suni Reid, a Black, nonbinary performer, alleges that the production denied the renewal of their contract 'in retaliation' for the actor's request for a gender-neutral dressing room at the show's engagement at the Pantages Theatre. ...


Assange Film ITHAKA to Have North American Premiere at Doc NYC Photo Assange Film ITHAKA to Have North American Premiere at Doc NYC
by Blair Ingenthron - November 12, 2022

Ithaka, director Ben Lawrence's feature documentary about the determined public advocacy by Julian's father, John Shipton, in the face of legal battles and media glare, will have its North American premiere at DOC NYC on November 13 7.45pm...


Hayden Calnin Shares New Single 'Dreamer' Photo Hayden Calnin Shares New Single 'Dreamer'
by Michael Major - February 11, 2022

Today, Melbourne-based electro-folk singer, songwriter and producer Hayden Calnin shares his new single and video for Dreamer, off his upcoming album. Hayden released his latest album, What It Means To Be Human, in the fall of 2021. It follows recent EPs and his 2016 debut double album, Cut Love Pt....


Big Head Todd & The Monsters Announce New Album and Tour Photo Big Head Todd & The Monsters Announce New Album and Tour
by Stephi Wild - April 02, 2024

Platinum-selling rockers Big Head Todd and the Monsters unveil 'Thunderbird,' the new single off their 12th studio album, Her Way Out, due May 31st on their own Big Records....


Review: Waka Waka Production's 2AM Parades a Midnight Spectacle Photo Review: Waka Waka Production's 2AM Parades a Midnight Spectacle
by Rakaputra Paputungan - September 17, 2024

What did our critic think of 2AM at TEATER BESAROn August 24th 2024, LSPR Institute’s Performing Arts Communication Batch 25 “Waka Waka Production” brought 2AM: The Musical to the stage of TIM’s Teater Besar. Directed by Amelia Angeliqa with the assistance of Excel Yeremia, bringing forth four main ...


BWW Review: Sedona International Film Festival Presents TRUST ME - A Powerful Call fo Photo BWW Review: Sedona International Film Festival Presents TRUST ME - A Powerful Call for Media Literacy
by Herbert Paine - February 14, 2022

Roko Belic's must-see documentary TRUST ME exposes the pervasive manipulation of information by forces aiming to create social disruption and influence human behavior. Screening at this year's Sedona International Film Festival (Feb 19-27)....


Tonya Pinkins' Socio-Political Horror Film RED PILL to Have NYC Premiere at 19th Annu Photo Tonya Pinkins' Socio-Political Horror Film RED PILL to Have NYC Premiere at 19th Annual Image Nation Outdoor Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - August 09, 2021

Tonya Pinkins, Kampfire Films, One Race Media, Mother Films and Paul Hsu have announced that the socio-political horror film RED PILL will have its NYC premiere as part of the 19th Annual Image Nation Outdoor Festival....


Review: The San Diego Symphony Orchestra Performs in the California Festival at The R Photo Review: The San Diego Symphony Orchestra Performs in the California Festival at The Rady Shell
by Ron Bierman - November 15, 2023

What did our critic think of THE SAN DIEGO SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA PERFORMS IN THE CALIFORNIA FESTIVAL at The Rady Shell?...


Bend Sinister Release 'Big Star' and 'Gotta Get Ready' Photo Bend Sinister Release 'Big Star' and 'Gotta Get Ready'
by Stephi Wild - April 04, 2024

Enter Vancouver quartet Bend Sister, who dole out two kinds of motivation on their latest, double-A-sided single — a musical wake-up call for aspiring rockers and anybody else who needs a little bit of a fire lit under them just to take on the day....


Roe Kapara Rails Against The Rat Race On 'Life in America' Photo Roe Kapara Rails Against The Rat Race On 'Life in America'
by Josh Sharpe - May 15, 2024

St. Louis-born, Los Angeles-based artist Roe Kapara has shared his new single, “Life In America,” a bleak appraisal of American corporate culture condemning its die-at-your-desk mentality. Amidst its eerie acoustic melody, Kapara utilizes his cutting imagery to articulate the attitudes of a generati...


Disturbed Share New Single 'Hey You' Photo Disturbed Share New Single 'Hey You'
by Michael Major - July 14, 2022

Disturbed, share their new single “Hey You” via Reprise Records alongside the official video, directed by Josiahx. “Hey You” is the multi-platinum selling band’s first new music since their chart-topping 2018 album Evolution. The band are performing at several upcoming festivals throughout the year,...


BOLD & BOUGIE Reality Series on WE tv to Feature Malaysia Pargo, Tameka Foster & More Photo BOLD & BOUGIE Reality Series on WE tv to Feature Malaysia Pargo, Tameka Foster & More
by Michael Major - December 05, 2023

WE tv, AMC Networks’ destination for compelling unscripted television, announced new unscripted series, Bold & Bougie. From Carlos King’s Kingdom Reign Entertainment, the series will feature personalities Malaysia Pargo, Tameka Foster, Gocha Hawkins, Princess Banton-Lofters and Crystal Smith....


R.A.W. Releases New Book THE NEXT PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES Photo R.A.W. Releases New Book THE NEXT PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES
by Blair Ingenthron - February 17, 2024

Author R.A.W. has announced the release of his book The Next President of the United States: A Common Sense Approach to Fixing America. Learn more here!...


BWW Review: SEMINAR at Hatbox Theatre Photo BWW Review: SEMINAR at Hatbox Theatre
by Cady Hickman - July 12, 2021

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Review: SLAVE: A QUESTION OF FREEDOM, Riverside Studios Photo Review: SLAVE: A QUESTION OF FREEDOM, Riverside Studios
by Cindy Marcolina - November 01, 2024

When we talk about slavery, our minds immediately land to the olden days of colonies and plantations; perhaps we think of the much discussed reparations provided to the victims or their descendants, or we draw back to those tedious corporate trainings that address a problem that seemingly doesn't be...


Songwriter James McMurtry to Come to the Boulder Theater Photo Songwriter James McMurtry to Come to the Boulder Theater
by Marissa Tomeo - April 05, 2022

In James McMurtry’s new effort, The Horses and the Hounds, the acclaimed songwriter backs personal narratives with effortless elegance (“Canola Fields”) and endless energy (“If It Don’t Bleed”). This first collection in seven years, due August 20 on New West Records, spotlights a seasoned tunesmith ...


BWW Review: THE CHRISTMAS SHOES at A.D. Players At The George Photo BWW Review: THE CHRISTMAS SHOES at A.D. Players At The George
by Alric Davis - November 29, 2021

The A.D. Players shows many walks of life with their poignant production of The Christmas Shoes!...


HBO Original Documentary 'AN AMERICAN BOMBING: THE ROAD TO APRIL 19TH' Debuts This Mo Photo HBO Original Documentary 'AN AMERICAN BOMBING: THE ROAD TO APRIL 19TH' Debuts This Month
by Stephi Wild - April 02, 2024

The HBO Original documentary AN AMERICAN BOMBING: THE ROAD TO APRIL 19TH, directed by Emmy-winning filmmaker Marc Levin (HBO's “Stockton on My Mind,” “One Nation Under Stress”) and executive produced by Katie Couric, debuts TUESDAY, APRIL 16 at 9:00 p.m. ET/PT on HBO and will be available to stream ...


MIGRAAAAANTS! Comes to ExPats Theatre Photo MIGRAAAAANTS! Comes to ExPats Theatre
by Stephi Wild - February 29, 2024

Discover the latest production by ExPats Theatre, MIGRAAAAANTS! OR THERE'S TOO MANY OF US IN THIS DAMN BOAT, a stage play by Romanian-French playwright Matéi Visniec. Opening night is on March 16th at the Atlas Performing Arts Center in Washington, DC....


VIDEO: Showtime Releases Oscar-Shortlisted Documentary ATTICA For Free Photo VIDEO: Showtime Releases Oscar-Shortlisted Documentary ATTICA For Free
by Michael Major - January 14, 2022

SHOWTIME delves inside the bloodiest prison rebellion in U.S. history with Attica, a feature-length documentary from Emmy-winning filmmaker Stanley Nelson (Freedom Riders, The Murder of Emmett Till) and co-director Traci A. Curry. the documentary features original interviews with former inmates, fam...






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