RATINGS: NBC, THE VOICE Hold Off ABC, AMERICAN IDOL on MondayMarch 24, 2020NBC (7.796 million viewers, #1; adults 18-49: 1.4, #1) held off the competition on Monday with its duo of 'The Voice' (9.502 million viewers, #1; adults 18-49: 1.7, #1) and 'Manifest' (4.383 million viewers, #8; adults 18-49: 0.8, #T5).
RATINGS: THE VOICE Is The #1 Most-Watched Alternative ShowMarch 24, 2020NBC has tied for #1 in the key demographic of adults 18-49 for the primetime ratings week of March 16-22, according to “live plus same day” figures from Nielsen Media Research. NBC also tied for #1 in adults 25-54, adults 18-34 and all key adult-female demographics.
IndieFlix Develops Community Screening Platform for Schools & GroupsMarch 24, 2020With social distancing becoming our new norm due to COVID-19, IndieFlix maintains that social and community engagement can still thrive. IndieFlix is committed to bringing quality online solutions to schools, organizations, and corporations immediately to help support communities during this time of uncertainty.
Declan Mckenna Album ZEROS Postponed Until August 21stMarch 24, 2020Declan McKenna's second album Zeros has been postponed until August 21st. The album and a planned U.S. tour have been pushed back due to concerns over the spread of the coronavirus, as well as travel restrictions put in place to halt its spread. Said Declan about the need for the delay:
The Aces Release 'Daydream' Music VideoMarch 24, 2020Following their first glimpse of new music this year, The Aces have released this playful yet cinematic music video companion to their hit single, 'Daydream', which is out now everywhere.
Netflix Announces Return of RHYTHM + FLOW, THE CIRCLE, & LOVE IS BLIND, Plus a New Show From Marie KondoMarch 24, 2020Whether you like long talks in the pods, verbal emoji texts, or high-stakes rap battles, Netflix is ready to spark more joy with the unscripted shows that have fans everywhere buzzing, laughing, crying, and tidying up. Popular fan favorites Rhythm + Flow, The Circle, and Love is Blind will all return with second seasons premiering in 2021, along with a new series from decluttering expert Marie Kondo.
Diplo and Pizzaslime Launch Pizzaslime RecordsMarch 24, 2020Fast growing Baltimore artist Lonely God today releases the music video for his breakthrough single “Marlboro Nights” via Pizzaslime Records — the new record label in partnership between internet culture purveyors PIZZASLIME and Diplo's Mad Decent. The “Marlboro Nights” video is the directorial debut from Kylie Jenner's in-demand personal photographer Amber Asaly.
The Rentals + American Primitive Present Video For 'Invasion Night'March 24, 2020Today, the Los Angeles-based production house American Primitive debuted “Invasion Night,” the official music video for The Rentals' recent single. Created by former Buddyhead founder Travis Keller and his partners at American Primitive, including cinematographer/editor Jacob Mendel, 'Invasion Night' is a fantastical slice of Armageddon-inspired science fiction. The short film takes place just moments after a vengeful alien adversary instantly and effortlessly brings near total annihilation to our unsuspecting, naive planet. In the aftermath of this global apocalypse, a connection forms between the last two living beings on Earth, a lone woman and a small dog... 'Invasion Night' is their story.
SYML Releases Live EP; Proceeds Will Be Donated To Musicares Covid-19 Relief FundMarch 24, 2020Seattle musician SYML aka Brian Fennell, like many in the arts community, was forced to cut his North American tour with Dermot Kennedy short due to the terrible COVID-19 pandemic. Seeing first-hand the effect that canceled events has had on every part of the music industry, he decided to release a three-song live session on Bandcamp with all proceeds being donated to Musicares Covid-19 Relief Fund. The tracks were recorded in February at The Nest Studios in Echo Park, Los Angeles, are out on Bandcamp and Youtube now with all DSP's to follow on April 17th.
The Voodoo Children Release Official Video for 'Caroline'March 24, 2020Today, the new Nashville-based band The Voodoo Children released the official video for 'Caroline,' the first single from their forthcoming debut EP Instant Nostalgia - Side A out this spring via Blood Bathe Records. The Voodoo Children is an ever-evolving community-based project revolving around Grammy-nominated singer, songwriter, producer and visual artist JT Daly, who fronted the Nashville-based band Paper Route and more recently co-produced K. Flay's album Every Where Is Some Where, including the hit single 'Blood in the Cut' (for which Daly received Grammy nominations for Best Rock Song and Best Engineered Album).
Bright Eyes Release 'Persona Non Grata'March 24, 2020Sometimes it feels like you hear a Bright Eyes song with your whole body. From Conor Oberst's early recordings in an Omaha basement in 1995 all the way up to 2020, Bright Eyes' music tries to unravel the impossible tangles of dissent: personal and political, external and internal. It's a study of the beauty in unsteadiness in all its forms – in a voice, beliefs, love, identity, and what fills up the spaces in-between. And in so many ways, it's just about searching for a way through.
Ella Vos Debuts 'Turbulence' VideoMarch 24, 2020Breakout pop star Ella Vos shares the music video for her latest single “Turbulence,” the title track from her highly-anticipated forthcoming second album, today—watch below!
I STILL BELIEVE Becomes Available on Premium On Demand March 27March 24, 2020The powerful true story of faith, hope, and love comes home when I Still Believe becomes available in households everywhere through Premium On Demand March 27 from Lionsgate. The film will be available to rent through On Demand platforms such as Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and cable providers starting Friday.
Tafari Anthony Releases 'Centerfold' VideoMarch 24, 2020Toronto's Tafari Anthony has released the video for 'Centerfold.' The single features atmospheric synths and cascading pop melodies, showcasing the singer's his impressive velvet vocals, with a hint of sass. “Centerfold” is the ultimate “go fuck yourself” send off to a self centred ex-lover.
Brendan Benson Announces Daily Live-Streamed PerformancesMarch 24, 2020Brendan Benson is excited to announce 'Boy In A Bubble,' a daily series of live-streamed solo performances beginning today at 4:20pm CT on his Instagram. Benson will perform one song per day, pulling from all points of his storied career and premiering material from his upcoming album DEAR LIFE (Third Man Records).
The Mauskovic Dance Band Push EP Release DateMarch 24, 2020Today Amsterdam's The Mauskovic Dance Band have announced they will be pushing back the release date of their forthcoming EP Shadance Hall. The EP marks their debut on Dekmantel Records and will now be released on out April 17th. On Shadance Hall, they concoct a tantalising brew of no-wave, psych rock, cumbia, power dub and numerous other colourful shades of global grooves. The full release drops on April 17th, but the dub versions of the EP are already available digitally. Pre-order Shadance Hall on digital HERE + vinyl HERE.

History At Play Brings Living History Direct to Your Home with: Pay-Per-HAPMarch 24, 2020 History At PlayTM, LLC (HAP, LLC), the Boston-based, internationally renowned, historical performance troupe, is changing the way the world enjoys live theater in the age of pandemic. Starting Friday March 27th, 2020, at 7:30 PM ET, HAP, LLC brings the vibrancy of theatrical performance to the comfort of your home with Pay-Per-HAP Facebook Live Watch Parties. Enjoy Live Stream, immersive living history productions with post-performance Q&A! The LIVE performances are appropriate for all ages, at a Pay-What-You-Can rate of $5-$25 per viewer. Pay-Per-HAP Facebook Live performances are full-length original productions from the HAP, LLC critically acclaimed repertoire. From A REVOLUTION OF HER OWN!, the inspiring story of America's first female soldier, Deborah Sampson; to CHALLENGER: Soaring with Christa McAuliffe, exhibiting the achievements of the beloved Teacher In Space, each live performance is conducted in authentic period wardrobe, with vintage props, and professionally designed sets. Based on primary source research, History At Play, LLC has been embraced by the historical educational industry with high-caliber programs, offering a once-in-a lifetime opportunity to ask questions of influential and often forgotten women.