Ciara Will Host the 2019 AMERICAN MUSIC AWARDS, Kesha Joins Performer LineupNovember 14, 2019dick clark productions and ABC announced today that multi-platinum, award-winning singer/songwriter, Ciara will host the a?oe2019 American Music Awards.a?? Known for her incredible, high-energy performances, including 2018's show-stopping collaboration with Missy Elliott, and timeless R&B/pop hits, she will once again take the American Music Award's stage, this time as host, for an evening of incredible music and unforgettable live moments. Chart-topping singer/songwriter Kesha, joined by Big Freedia, will make her return to the American Music Awards stage for her first performance since 2013. The a?oe2019 American Music Awardsa?? will broadcast live from the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles on Sunday, November 24 at 8:00 p.m. EST on ABC.
Alicia Keys To Host 62nd GRAMMY AwardsNovember 14, 2019Fifteen-time GRAMMY® Award-winning singer, songwriter, producer, and global superstar Alicia Keys will return as host of the 62nd Annual GRAMMY Awards® and took to YouTube and socials this morning to announce the news in a video.
Discovery Channel to Premiere New Season of ALASKAN BUSH PEOPLE December 4November 13, 2019The Brown family has been working tirelessly to ready North Star Ranch over the past year, embarking on a mission to build infrastructure and finally realize their legacy on the mountain. This season, spring descends on North Star Ranch, as the patriarch and matriarch of the clan, Billy and Ami, push the next generation of the Wolfpack, Bam, Bear, Gabe, Noah, Bird and Rain to strengthen their own footholds on the mountain to create a bigger, better, more sustainable version of Browntown. The Brown family's quest to achieve their dream of a fully self-contained village is on the line in a brand-new season of ALASKAN BUSH PEOPLE premiering Wednesday, December 4 at 8PM ET/PT on Discovery Channel.
HGTV Greenlights New Event Series HOME TOWN RESCUENovember 13, 2019HGTV has given the production greenlight to new event series Home Town Rescue (wt), starring Ben and Erin Napier who will take on their biggest project yet - an entire town in need of a renovation. The Napiers will mobilize members of one community to renovate multiple individual homes in the town and upgrade public spaces, such as parks, local diners and/or recreational centers. The husband and wife duo, who currently star in the network's hit series, Home Town, helped rebuild their own neck of the woods in Laurel, Mississippi - inspiring the population to transform the town's empty storefronts and houses that were in disrepair into a thriving destination for tourists and locals alike.
BET Networks Announces Second Season Pick Up For GAMES PEOPLE PLAYNovember 13, 2019Today BET Networks announced the second season pick-up for its smart, sexy drama series “GAMES PEOPLE PLAY.” Starring Lauren London, Sarunas J. Jackson, Parker McKenna Posey, Karen Obilom and Jackie Long, season one of “GAMES PEOPLE PLAY” followed a desperate basketball wife trying to protect her family, a tenacious journalist struggling to rebuild a tarnished career, and a scandalous groupie looking to become a star, who all find it is murder trying to stay on top. In April 2019, fans were introduced to their newest guilty pleasure which left them at the edge of their seats every episode, culminating with the “killer” season one ending. Season two cast members will be announced at a later date.
Disney Media Networks Activates The World's Ultimate Toy Drive In Collaboration With Toys For TotsNovember 13, 2019Disney Media Networks is participating in the World's Ultimate Toy Drive campaign to benefit the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve's Toys for Tots Program and help bring joy to less fortunate children throughout the U.S. this holiday season. The campaign runs through Dec. 15, 2019, with various activations from across the company to inspire kids and families to join in the season of giving by giving back to those who need it most.
Cinema Guild Acquires Eric Baudelaire's UN FILM DRAMATIQUENovember 13, 2019Cinema Guild announced today the acquisition of all U.S. distribution rights for Eric Baudelaire's Un Film Dramatique. The film had its international premiere at the Locarno Film Festival in August before playing the Toronto International Film Festival and New York Film Festival this fall. In October, Baudelaire was announced as the winner of the Prix Marcel Duchamp, France's biggest art prize. Cinema Guild will open the film in U.S. theaters in 2020.
PUNK ROCK CHRISTMAS 2 Features The Members, The Vibrators, & More!November 13, 2019Put away the pumpkins, kids - it's time to hang the fishnet stockings, trim the plastic tree and celebrate another collection of fun, holiday-inspired ditties performed by Santa's favorite mischievous elves! Punk Rock Christmas 2 follows on the heels of the massively successful Punk Rock Christmas (released in 2015) and pulls together an even larger gathering of punk rock all-stars who perform a sleigh-full of highly original Christmas-themed songs that are sure to become staples at every family's holiday sing-a-long, such as The Vibrators “Santa Had To Go Into Rehab” and MDC's “(Merry Christmas) World's On Fire.” They also transform several well-trod Christmas favorites, from “O Holy Night” to “Santa Claus Is Coming To Town,” into shiny new musical gifts for the punk rock lover in your life.
Enter Shikari Releases Russian Tour Documentary FURTHER EASTNovember 13, 2019Enter Shikari are excited to announce the release of their tour documentary 'Further East', shot in March 2019 when the band returned to Russia as part of their extensive Stop The Clocks tour, which ran from Winter 2018 and has just concluded in the U.S.
Freeform Announces Cast for LAST SUMMERNovember 13, 2019Freeform has announced the cast for “Last Summer,” its pilot from eOne and executive produced by Bert V. Royal (“Easy A,” “Recovery Road”), with Iron Ocean Productions' Jessica Biel and Michelle Purple (“The Sinner,” “Limetown”), and Max Winkler (“Jungleland,” “Flower”). Royal also penned the script, with Winkler directing. Production recently kicked off in Texas.
Run River North Announce 2020 Tour DatesNovember 13, 2019The Los Angeles based alt-indie band Run River North will kick off the new year with a US tour, starting locally in Santa Ana, CA (Constellation Room on January 14), and taking them full circle to close the run in Los Angeles at The Lodge Room on February 22. The tour is to support the recently released EP Monsters Calling Home, Vol. 2, which includes their biggest, boldest, best song to date, “Wake Up.”
TuneIn Announces Original Podcast Series 'Place In Sound'November 13, 2019On November 13th, TuneIn will debut its latest original podcast - Place In Sound. The series will focus on the musical DNA of one city, exploring its history, trailblazers and current landscape. On the first season of Place in Sound, DJ and radio host Anthony Valadez (KCRW, FUSE TV, TuneIn) explores the musical DNA of Chicago. The entire series can be heard now on TuneIn or listen to episodes released weekly via Apple Music, Spotify, and Stitcher.
A Thousand Horses Upgrade London Venue Due to DemandNovember 13, 2019Due to phenomenal demand, A Thousand Horses have upgraded the venue for their very special UK show next week on November 19th, moving from the intimate room at 229 Venue, to the much bigger main room. Tickets are on sale and available here.
Honey Dijon, Patrick Topping and More Join AMP Lost & Found 2020November 13, 2019The first acts for Malta's leading music festival AMP Lost & Found have been announced, with Aitch, Slowthai, Ms Banks, Benji B, Honey Dijon, Seth Troxler, Helena Hauff and more confirmed to join curator Annie Mac for the 2020 edition. Taking place on 30th April - 3rd May, the festival boasts four days and four nights of parties on the stunning Mediterranean island, complete with a unique castle rave, beach, boat & pool parties, plus a world-class nighttime site.
Diplo and Born Dirty Unveil 'Samba Sujo'November 13, 2019Following the launch of his new house imprint Higher Ground, label boss Diplo today joins forces with ascending French DJ and producer Born Dirty to deliver an irresistible fusion of iconic Brazilian vocals with groovy house rhythms on new single “Samba Sujo,” out now and streaming everywhere.