Scott Storch and Vevo Premiere STILL STORCH DocumentaryJuly 17, 2018Today, Vevo has exclusively released, 'Still Storch,' an original film about legendary music producer Scott Storch. From his early beginnings as a member of The Roots band to producing worldwide hits for Beyoncé, Dr. Dre, 50 Cent, Chris Brown and many others. This no-holes barred mini-doc delves into Scott's world, to tell his harrowing story of addiction and fame in his own words. Both of which led him to burn through a $100 million+ fortune, and hit 'rock-bottom', however his unrelenting genius-like talent and hunger to prove his critics wrong has only fueled his passion for creating.
Uli Jon Roth to Celebrate 50th Anniversary with November-December 2018 UK TourJuly 17, 2018Fresh off his G3 European and UK tour with Joe Satriani and John Petrucci, former Scorpions guitarist Uli Jon Roth is widely regarded as one of the greatest guitar players ever. He is one of the last greats who is still around to present his magical style of playing which he already forged in the late Sixties when he was still in his teens. Uli played his first ever show in December 1968 - at the age of 13 - and to celebrate his upcoming 50th Stage Anniversary, he will play 6 very special UK concerts.
Presenters and Attendees Announced for the 2018 ESPYS Presented by Capitol OneJuly 16, 2018This Wednesday, the world's best athletes and biggest stars will join host Danica Patrick for "The 2018 ESPYS Presented by Capital One" on ABC. The star-studded evening celebrates the best moments from the year in sports and will air live on ABC, July 18 from 8:00-11:00 p.m. EDT, from the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles.
Laura Dreyfuss Joins Ben Platt and Barbra Streisand for Upcoming Ryan Murphy Comedy THE POLITICIANJuly 16, 2018According to The Hollywood Reporter, Ryan Murphy has cast Laura Dreyfuss (DEAR EVAN HANSEN), Zoey Deutch (Netflix's Set It Up), Lucy Boynton (Bohemian Rhapsody), and Rahne Jones in his upcoming comedy The Politician. They join Barbra Streisand and Gwyneth Paltrow the upcoming hourlong comedy starring Ben Platt that landed at Netflix with a two-season order. The four will also be series regulars.
Nick Cannon to Host the 2018 Teen Choice AwardsJuly 16, 2018Artist, comedian, actor and five-time TEEN CHOICE nominee Nick Cannon will host TEEN CHOICE TM 2018. Additionally, content creator, actress and singer Lele Pons will co-host. Airing LIVE from the Forum in Los Angeles, CA, on Sunday, Aug. 12 (8:00-10:00 PM ET live/PT tape-delayed) on FOX, the choicest, star-studded, two-hour event will celebrate this year's top teen icons in television, music, film, sports, comedy and digital.
Cardi B, Childish Gambino, & The Carters Lead the 2018 MTV Video Music Award NominationsJuly 16, 2018MTV today announced nominations across all gender neutral categories for the 2018 “VMAs.” The list includes dozens of artists whose reach and influence have elevated music's relevancy within the cultural conversation. Cardi B received nods in 10 categories, including “Video,” “Song” and “Artist of the Year,” and The Carters secured eight, including “Video of the Year,” “Best Collaboration” and “Best Hip Hop” for their recent hit single “APES**T.” Other top contenders include Childish Gambino, Drake and Bruno Mars. The “VMAs” will air live from Radio City Music Hall on Monday, August 20 at 9:00 p.m. ET/PT, and across MTV's global network of channels in more than 180 countries and territories, reaching more than half a billion households around the world.
PBS Announces Fall 2018 Primetime ScheduleJuly 16, 2018PBS today announced its fall 2018 schedule lineup, anchored by THE GREAT AMERICAN READ (Tuesdays, September 11- October 23). Exploring the power, passion and joy of reading, the series is hosted by Meredith Vieira and features reflections from everyday Americans as well as notables. Margaret Atwood, Lauren Graham, John Irving, Bill T. Jones, Devon Kennard, Gayle King, Diane Lane, George R.R. Martin and many more reflect on their favorite books. The series will culminate with the results of the first-ever national vote for “America's Best-Loved Novel.”
Investigation Discovery Announces THE KILLER CLOSER Premiering, August 10July 16, 2018In the shadow of the Hollywood sign on the outskirts of Los Angeles are the city's roughest neighborhoods. In the late 1990s, LAPD's Foothill Homicide Unit investigated hundreds of murders, but only Detective Lindy Gligorijevic was dubbed 'the killer closer'. Driven by the need to give her victims a voice, Detective Gligorijevic revisits her most shocking cases with the Foothill Homicide Unit in Investigation Discovery's all-new series, THE KILLER CLOSER. Detailing how she solved each crime, and revealing how she convinced the most cold-blooded killers to confess, Detective Gligorijevic knows she can't bring closure to someone who's lost a loved one to murder, but she'll stop at nothing to get them justice. The five-episode season of THE KILLER CLOSER premieres Friday, August 10 at 10/9c, only on ID.
FRIENDSHIP Music Cruise Announces Line-Up with Rufus Du Sol, Boys Noize, Giorgio Moroder, Dita von Tees & MoreJuly 16, 2018AMFAMFAMF presents FRIENDSHIP-the new music cruise experience that will take place aboard the Celebrity Equinox December 11-15 from Miami to the Bahamas-has announced its maiden voyage line-up. Curated by Gary Richards aka musical artist DESTRUCTO, the inaugural sailing will be rung in with live performances and DJ sets from RÜFÜS DU SOL, BOYS NOIZE, DIXON, 2MANYDJS, PEGGY GOU, CLAPTONE, JACKMASTER and many more. Legendary burlesque artist DITA VON TEESE will perform and electronic music pioneer GIORGIO MORODER will come aboard as guest of honor. The full line-up is:
Public Image LTD 40th Anniversary Celebration; Tickets On-Sale Today For North American Fall TourJuly 16, 2018In celebration of their 40th Anniversary, JOHN LYDON's PUBLIC IMAGE LTD (PiL) have announced a flurry of activity for 2018 including a worldwide tour, a career-spanning boxset and the theatrical release of a brand-new documentary film on the band. 'THE PUBLIC IMAGE IS ROTTEN: NORTH AMERICAN TOUR' will visit 18 major cities beginning Oct. 9 in New Orleans and ending Nov. 6 in Mexico City (all dates below). Tickets for PiL's fall tour are on sale now (here).
Telemundo's CASO CERRADO EDICION ESTELAR Returns With New Season this SeptemberJuly 16, 2018Renowned Dr. Ana Maria Polo returns in September with a new season and look of 'Caso Cerrado Edición Estelar' on Telemundo for the United States. In this ground-breaking edition airing Monday through Friday at 7pm/6c, viewers will witness a series of new conflicts on current issues in our community in search of a solution. While Dr. Polo's team gets ready for the launch of this new season, the audience can continue enjoying 'Lo Mejor de Caso Cerrado' weekdays at 2pm/1c on Telemundo and through Telemundo NOW.
The Growlers Launch BEACH GOTH POP UP in LAJuly 16, 2018Live bands! Drag queens! Marionettes! The Growlers are excited to announce their very first Beach Goth Pop Up in Downtown LA, open exclusively on the weekends of Thursday 7/19 - Sunday 7/22, and Friday 7/27 - Sunday 7/29. Nestled in the industrial paradise of 1700 Naud Street in downtown's Cornfield neighborhood, the pop up is free and open to the public on a first-come, first-served basis.
Soccer Mommy Announces Tour with Kacey Musgraves, + Shares SCORPIO RISING VideoJuly 16, 2018Soccer Mommy - twenty-one old Nashville native Sophie Allison – released her debut albumClean earlier this year to critical acclaim, and today she shares the music video for fan-favorite “Scorpio Rising.” “I wanted the video for 'Scorpio Rising' to be a bit celestial,” explains Allison of the Jonny Look-directed video. “The whole idea of laying out in a park in the middle of the summer while looking at the stars holds a significance to me, so I wanted to capture that feeling. I think there's also a sense of isolation shown in the video that reflects both the song and the headspace I was in while writing Clean.”
New Reveille Release New Album THE KEEP September 7 + Announce Americanafest PerformanceJuly 16, 2018Raleigh, NC Americana band, New Reveille, who recently signed a label and management deal with Loud & Proud Records, will release The Keep on September 7, 2018. Nashville based producer / engineer Ben Fowler (Rascal Flatts, Ruby Amanfu, Lucy Hale, Kip Moore), a Multi-Platinum, Grammy Award winning, ACM Engineer of the Year nominee, produced their debut release.
Hudson Taylor to Join Hozier on Sold-Out North American TourJuly 16, 2018Hudson Taylor, the Pop-Rock-Americana band comprised of brothers Alfie and Harry Hudson Taylor, are set to open for Hozier's sold out North American tour, kicking off on September 18th in Montreal, Canada. Their latest EP, Feel It Again, charted in the Top 5 on the Irish album chart, quickly racking up over eight million streams on Spotify after its March 23rd release.
Mother of Dragons, Third Beer in GAME OF THRONES-Inspired Royal Reserve Collection AnnouncedJuly 16, 2018 Brewery Ommegang and HBO Licensing & Retail have announced the newest beer in their collaborative series inspired by the award-winning drama Game of Thrones! Mother of Dragons, a beer brewed for Daenerys Targaryen, is the third beer in this year's Royal Reserve Collection, a series of four limited release beers, each designed and brewed as an homage to one of four epic figures engaged in the battle for the Seven Kingdoms.