Human Rights Art Festival Partners with NYC Comedian to Increase Gay VisibilityJune 26, 2018The International Human Rights Art Festival (IHRAF) is partnering with artistJamie Benson to co-produce Gay Stuff, a new web series designed to increase gay visibility in comedy and diffuse homophobia with humor. This partnership is in direct response to His Eminence Archbishop Timothy Cardinal Dolan banning IHRAF's Prologue to Progress from being performed in St. Mary's Catholic Church last fall, due to LGBTQ content. The production begins filming in August 2018 and will seek out an inclusive local church to shoot scenes in.
THE TONIGHT SHOW Wins Late-Night Ratings Week of June 18 - 22June 26, 2018 “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon” has claimed the late-night ratings week of June 18-22 versus its ABC and CBS timeslot competition in adults 18-49 as well adults 25-54, adults 18-34, all key adult-female demographics, men 25-54 and men 18-34 (tie) -- according to “live plus same day” figures from Nielsen Media Research.
Izzy Escobar Channels Adversity Into Empowering New Single BROKEN WINGS Out Friday, June 29June 26, 2018Overcoming hardship and transforming it into triumph through music is nothing new, but it takes a unique talent to do it in a way that truly leaves an impact on one's psyche. Such is the case with Singer-Songwriter Izzy Escobar, whose debut single “Broken Wings” (Available everywhere digitally on June 29th!) showcases her commanding attitude and powerful vocal prowess in very distinct fashion.
GREAT PERFORMANCES Season 12 Continues Sunday, July 8 on PBS with Rossini's SEMIRAMIDEJune 26, 2018Season 12 of Great Performances at the Met continues Sunday, July 8 on PBS (check local listings) with a rare Met performance of Rossini's masterpiece Semiramide, starring Angela Meade as the titular Queen of Babylon and Elizabeth DeShong as the warrior Arsace. Javier Camarena, Ildar Abdrazakov and Ryan Speedo Greencomplete the all-star bel canto cast.
NCBSN to Televise England-Belgium World Cup Match Thursday, June 28June 26, 2018NBCSN, the exclusive U.S. cable TV home of the Premier League, will simulcast in Spanish the FIFA World Cup match between England and Belgium this Thursday, June 28, with live coverage beginning at 1:30 p.m. ET from Kaliningrad Stadium in Kaliningrad. The teams feature 35 players from last season's Premier League between them, including the entire England roster, and are playing for the top spot in Group G as they both have two victories in two matches.
Pedro Capó, Darrell Scott and More On-Sale at City Winery ChicagoJune 26, 2018City Winery Chicago, 1200 W. Randolph Street, announces Puerto Rican singer/songwriter Pedro Capó, Grammy nominee Darrell Scott and more. The following shows go on sale to the public on Thursday, June 28 at noon. All tickets will be available at citywinery.com/chicago.
Jimmy Fallon Delivers Message to Donald Trump on Last Night's TONIGHT SHOWJune 26, 2018'The Tonight Show' returned to its New York origins when 'The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon' made its broadcast debut from Studio 6B in Rockefeller Center. Emmy Award- and Grammy Award-winning comedian Jimmy Fallon brings a high-tempo energy to the storied NBC franchise with his welcoming interview style, love of audience participation, spot-on impersonations and innovative sketches.
Dallas Remington Turns Heads with New Single NEVER TURNED AROUNDJune 26, 2018Eighteen-year-old Dallas Remington's new single, “Never Turned Around” revives a sentiment and emotion similar to the “summer love” hits “Strawberry Wine” (Deana Carter), “Maybe It Was Memphis” (Pam Tillis), and Remington's biggest influence, Garth Brooks' “What She's Doing Now.” Co-written alongside Regan Stewart, with production contributions by Kirk Willie and Kimo Forrest (Ohana Music), Dave Albro (Capricorn SoundWorks) and Kim Franca (Kim Franca Vocals), the track offers a sneak-peek to Remington's new EP (FREEDOM) anticipated mid-summer and is poised to become the 2018 “Song Of The Summer.”
Falling In Reverse Release New Song LOSING MY LIFE + Appearing on Warped TourJune 26, 2018Falling In Reverse released the standalone single 'Losing My Mind' earlier this year. It was a sonic triumph for a band that constantly thrills its fans with unpredictable musical left turns, accompanied by a neon-tinged, rebellious, and futuristic video. It racked up nearly 7 million views and nearly 3 million streams since its release.
ULTRA Worldwide Completes First Leg Of 2018 Asia TourJune 26, 2018The world's largest, independent and most international festival brand – ULTRA Worldwide – continues to dominate the electronic music landscape in Asia, completing four events across two weekends on the continent. ULTRA Korea, Road To ULTRA Hong Kong, ULTRA Singapore and ULTRA Beijing together show that the ULTRA brand is the industry leader on the Asian continent.
VIDEO: Check Out the Trailer for Ethan Hawke's BLAZEJune 26, 2018Sundance Selects just released the first trailer for Ethan Hawke's upcoming film BLAZE. Directed by Ethan Hawke, BLAZE stars newcomer Ben Dickey as Blaze Foley, the unsung songwriting legend of the Texas outlaw music movement that spawned from the likes of Merle Haggard and Willie Nelson. The film weaves together three different periods of time, braiding re-imagined versions of Blaze's past, present, and future. The different strands explore his love affair with Sybil Rosen (Alia Shawkat); his last, dark night on earth; and the impact of his songs and his death had on his fans, friends, and foes. The storyline terminates in a bittersweet ending that acknowledges Blaze's profound highs and lows, as well as the impressions he made on the people who shared his journey.
Brian Fallon Announces Return to the UK With 2019 Acoustic TourJune 26, 2018Brian Fallon has today announced his return to the UK with a special eight-date acoustic tour, including a night at London's intimate Union Chapel in February 2019. Fan presale will begin Wednesday, June 27th at 9am (password: prayers), with tickets going on sale to the public on Friday, June 29th at 9am. For complete details and ticket information, please visit http://thebrianfallon.tumblr.com/live.
Rubblebucket Reveal New Single LEMONADE From Upcoming LP SUN MACHINE + Announce TourJune 26, 2018Rubblebucket - Kalmia Traver and Alex Toth - has shared a new single, 'Lemonade' off their forthcoming LP Sun Machine. While the LP, which is set for release August 24 on Grand Jury Music, documents the pain of the duo's long-term romantic relationship ending, it emerges as an unbridled and often-euphoric celebration of their lasting connection. Despite what they were going through, Kalmia and Alex kept on writing and recording together, ultimately creating what is their most transcendent album to date.