Margaret Cho, Dan Savage, Mae Whitman, Natasha Lyonne and More Host The Lady Parts Justice Annual Golden Probe AwardsJuly 11, 2018Lady Parts Justice (LPJ) announces Margaret Cho as this year's host of the 2018 Golden Probes! The five time Grammy & Emmy nominated comedian (“Fresh Off The Bloat”) is the perfect host to drive this evening of comedy, music, and celebration, all to raise awareness about what is at stake for reproductive rights in the midterm elections. The Golden Probe Awards is produced by LPJ, the comedy based reproductive rights non-profit, helmed by Daily Show co-creator Lizz Winstead.
Soft Machine Announce New Album Hidden & World Tour Dates, with First North American Dates Since 1974July 11, 2018In support of their forthcoming new album, British music legends Soft Machine will embark on their first North American tour since 1974 in October 2018, followed by the second North-American leg of the tour in January/February 2019. In concert, their set list will include material from all parts of the band's repertoire from 1970 onwards, but this is emphatically not a nostalgia act resting on its laurels. Last weekend Soft Machine played their first two shows in North America since 1974 (it was in 1974 they toured USA and Canada during the Bundles/Allan Holdsworth era). Both shows, at the Montreal Jazz Festival and Quebec City, were exceptionally well received by the enthusiastic audience and local press.
ABC Makes an All-Star Return to Comic-Con International 2018July 11, 2018As the home of today's hottest hit series and the origin of countless iconic brands, ABC is a powerhouse in the realm of dynamic storytelling. This year, explore the world of ABC with an interactive fan experience spanning multiple genres. Meet the stars of hit series, immerse yourself in a high-tech multicam show environment and score limited edition collectibles. Visit the ABC guest counter for more details and to register for cast signings.
Film Composer Nan Schwartz to Release New Symphonic Music AlbumJuly 11, 2018The world premiere recording of original symphonic music by Grammy® Award-winning composer Nan Schwartz has been released on the Divine Art label (DDA 25165, March 16, 2018). Kevin Purcell conducts the 83-piece Bratislava Studio Symphony Orchestra (Slovakia) and Synchron Stage Orchestra (Vienna). The recording features four works by Ms. Schwartz: Aspirations, Perspectives, Romanza and Angels Among Us, with solo contributions from the Who's-who of New York's finest jazz musicians.
Netflix Announces New Argentine Original Series PUERTA 7July 11, 2018Netflix, the world's leading internet entertainment service, announced today Puerta 7, its third Argentine original series created by Martin Zimmerman (Ozark, Narcos), written by Patricio Vega (Los Simuladores) and produced by local powerhouse production company Pol-ka, which will be available exclusively on Netflix around the globe in 2019.
Panic! At The Disco To Kick Off Pray For The Wicked Tour in Minneapolis TonightJuly 11, 2018Grammy-nominated band Panic! At The Disco will kick off the first leg of their massive Pray For The Wicked Tour tonight in Minneapolis, MN at Target Center. To celebrate the release of their critically acclaimed new album, the band will visit major markets throughout the summer before concluding in their hometown of Las Vegas on August 18th. A R I Z O N A and Hayley Kiyoko will provide support for the 28 city tour, which was produced by AEG Presents. Numerous arenas on the run have already sold out, including Madison Square Garden in New York City and STAPLES Center in Los Angeles. Tickets for leg one are on sale now HERE and a complete list of upcoming dates for the Pray For The Wicked Tour can be found below.
Texas Cow Punk Kings the Hickoids Kick Off the Rode Hard Tour to West Coast, CanadaJuly 11, 2018'The Corniest Band in the Land' hit the trail on their “Rode Hard” 2018 Tour in August playing some new spots and many old favorites while sharing bills with lots of friends along the way. This will be the longest West Coast jaunt the Austin Music Hall of Fame inductees and infamous cowpunk degenerates have undertaken since the 80's, not only playing for the first time in Canada but also playing a make-up date in Boise, Idaho some 29 years later, even extending the following invitation via social media to “anyone still alive and holding a ticket from the cancelled 1989 show, please come be our guest...”.
Lord Huron's Spotify Singles Debut TodayJuly 11, 2018Lord Huron's Spotify Singles debut today, including a performance of their hit single “When The Night Is Over” as well as a cover of Neil Young's “Harvest Moon.” Listen/share the singles here: https://spoti.fi/2N8PpzZ.
Tom Petty Box Set, AN AMERICAN TREASURE, to be Released September 28 on Reprise RecordsJuly 11, 2018On September 28, Reprise Records will release An American Treasure—a career-spanning Tom Petty box set. The 60-track set unveils dozens of previously unreleased recordings, alternate versions of classic songs, rarities, historic live performances and deep tracks that spotlight Tom's remarkable depth and evolution as a revered and tremendously influential songwriter, recording artist and performer. An American Treasure marks the first release of Tom Petty music since the artist's tragic passing in October 2017.
Fool's Gold Unveils Summer 2018 LookbookJuly 11, 2018Iconic Brooklyn label Fool's Gold debuts theirSummer 2018 lookbook shot by Aidan Cullen today—check it out here. The new capsule—featuring tees, totes, baseball jackets and more—is modeled by members of the Fool's Gold family including producer Andrew Luce and DJ Softest Hard and rapper Powers Pleasant.
Dillon Francis Announces Highly Anticipated Spanish Language Studio Album WUT WUT, Out September 28July 11, 2018Platinum-selling artist, DJ, and producer Dillon Francis today announced his highly anticipated Spanish language studio album, WUT WUT, is due for release on September 28th, 2018 via his own IDGAFOS record label. WUT WUT is available to pre-add on Apple Music HERE, pre-order on iTunes HERE, and pre-save on Spotify HERE starting today. Limited edition pre-order merch bundles are available exclusively through Dillon Francis' store HERE.