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BroadwayWorld Seeks Editorial Intern
by Alan Henry - October 25, 2019
BroadwayWorld has just opened up new opportunities for interns to join the team!...
Quibi, Gunpowder & Sky and Complex Announce a Daily Hip-Hop Music & Culture News Show
by Kaitlin Milligan - October 24, 2019
Today, Quibi, Gunpowder & Sky and Complex announced that they have teamed up to create a daily news show that curates insider knowledge of the hip-hop music industry and culture....
How To Find Equity and Non-Equity Auditions, Audition Tips, And More
by Alan Henry - October 17, 2019
Updated September 2023: How do you find equity and non-equity auditions? How do you get seen at Equity auditions without an equity card? We've got all that info, and audition tips!...
Tank and The Bangas to Make Their 'Austin City Limits' Debut
by Kaitlin Milligan - October 16, 2019
Breakout New Orleans-based five-piece Tank and The Bangas make their “Austin City Limits” debut on November 18. The taped broadcast episode will air on PBS early next year as part of ACL's Season 45. The performance will feature songs off the band's new album Green Balloon, which is out now...
No Relationship? No Problem, In EmiSunshine's New Single 'Crimson Moon'
by A.A. Cristi - September 27, 2019
Like many singer/songwriters, EmiSunshine is a storyteller, often basing her songs on personal experiences or those of people she knows or places she has visited. Her new single, 'Crimson Moon,' was inspired by a café where she once performed....
Shane Owens Unveils 'Hard Luck Girl' Music Video
by Abigail Charpentier - September 26, 2019
Neo-traditional country music artist and Alabama-native Shane Owens is back with an all new song called “Hard Luck Girl,” along with a concept video, premiered by Country Rebel yesterday [Click to watch]. The new song which released on Sept. 13, is the first single from a brand new album, ap...
Tenille Arts Makes Grand Ole Opry Debut
by Abigail Charpentier - September 25, 2019
Very few dreams are as special to a Country music artist as playing the Grand Ole Opry for the first time, and that was exactly the case for Reviver Records artist Tenille Arts Saturday night. Her parents and siblings made the trip from her native Weyburn, Saskatchewan for the wonderful evening, as ...
VIDEO: Jason Derulo Shares a Clip from the CATS Film
by Sarah Leiber - September 24, 2019
Jason Derulo shared a clip from the upcoming 'Cats' movie while showing off his gym and his fridge for Men's Health. Watch the video below!...
BWW Preview: HAMILTON Set to Play at Fox Cities P.A.C.
by Meredith Kreisa - September 09, 2019
HAMILTON will play at the Fox Cities Performing Arts Center in Appleton from October 1 - October 20. Here's what you need to know before you see the history-making musical. ...
VIDEO: Watch Taylor Swift's New Music Video for 'Lover'
by Sarah Leiber - August 22, 2019
Taylor Swift has released a new music video for 'Lover,' off of the album of the same name. 'Lover,' the album, drops tomorrow, August 23. ...
Light Hustle Publishes Book On Franchising By First Time Author Tim Conn
by Julie Musbach - August 21, 2019
Light Hustle Publishing, the imprint helmed by New York Times bestselling author Anna David, has released its first business book: 'No New Ideas: Everything You Need to Know About Starting a Successful Franchise' (ISBN: 978-1733853231), a step-by-step guide to franchising written by Certified Franch...
Taylor Swift Releases Track List for Upcoming Album 'Lover'
by Sarah Jae Leiber - August 16, 2019
Billboard reports that Taylor Swift has released the track list for her highly-anticipated upcoming album, 'Lover.' The album will be released August 23rd, and contains eighteen new songs -- including already-released 'ME!', 'You Need To Calm Down,' and 'The Archer.' ...
Taylor Swift Will Debut New Song & Answer Fan Questions On YouTube
by Sarah Jae Leiber - August 15, 2019
According to Variety, Taylor Swift has partnered with YouTube Originals to livestream a new song from her upcoming album, “Lover,” on Thursday, August 22. at 5:00 pm ET. She will also answer fan questions and discuss her new fashion line with Stella McCartney. ...
Tenille Arts To Make Grand Ole Opry Debut
by Kaitlin Milligan - August 13, 2019
Reviver Records artist Tenille Arts was headed out for dates in Pennsylvania and Ontario last week, when she was given the exciting news she's been hoping would come for as long as she can remember. She will enter the sacred circle and make her Grand Ole Opry debut on September 21, 2019. ...
TV: Broadway Struts the Red Carpet at Opening Night of SEA WALL/ A LIFE
by TV - Red Carpets - August 08, 2019
Sea Wall / A Life, starring Academy Award nominee Jake Gyllenhaal and Tony Award nominee Tom Sturridge, opens officially tonight, August 8, at the Hudson Theatre (141 West 44th Street). ...
BroadwayWorld Seeks Editorial Intern
by Alan Henry - July 30, 2019
BroadwayWorld has just opened up new opportunities for interns to join the team!...
VIDEO: Jerry Mitchell On What BECOMING NANCY Is All About
by Alan Henry - July 23, 2019
Watch in the video below as Jerry Mitchell breaks down everything you need to know about the new musical BECOMING NANCY!...
Jaymes Young Returns With New Single HAPPIEST YEAR
by Tori Hartshorn - July 12, 2019
Today, Please RewindAtlantic Records recording artist Jaymes Young has released his brand new single “Happiest Year” available now at all music retailers and streaming services....
Ohana Bam Releases New Single SOLD SEPARATE
by Tori Hartshorn - July 09, 2019
Chicago-born rapper Ohana Bam has announced the release of a fresh single “Sold Separate,” available now at all DSPs and streaming services HERE. The song features an upbeat rhythm accompanied by vibrant lyrics, easily solidifying its position as a summer staple and Ohana as an artist that shou...
CJ Solar Nominated for MusicRow Award
by Tori Hartshorn - May 13, 2019
Three short months ago, Sea Gayle Music's CJ Solar was named “Independent Artist of the Year” at the 17th Annual MusicRow CountryBreakout Awards ceremony. Today, CJ received news he is nominated for “Breakthrough Artist-Writer of the Year” at the 31st Annual MusicRowAwards. Voting be...
UK's Biggest And Best Music Quiz Returns To Warrington After Double Sell-out
by Stephi Wild - May 13, 2019
The UK's 'biggest and best' music quiz is this month returning to Warrington for a third time after selling out its first two events....
Tenille Arts Releases CALL YOU NAMES Video
by Tori Hartshorn - May 10, 2019
Tenille Arts turned to YouTube to debut the music video for her latest Reviver Records single “Call You Names” this week. Shot on a Los Angeles soundstage, the clip features mothers, grandmothers and daughters interacting, as Tenille sings the beautifully touching song. Tenille's own mother, Gle...
BroadwayWorld Seeks Editorial Intern
by Alan Henry - May 09, 2019
BroadwayWorld has just opened up new opportunities for interns to join the team!...
VIDEO: SEA WALL/A LIFE's Jake Gyllenhaal Shows Off Musical Ability on ELLEN
by Kaitlin Milligan - May 08, 2019
Jake Gyllenhaal was a guest on yesterday's episode of 'Ellen.' During the interview, Gyllenhaal talked about his return to Broadway in a family-focused play, 'Sea Wall/A Life,' and showed off his guitar playing and singing talents....
BWW Review: THE COLOR PURPLE at Neptune Theatre
by Chelsey Robichaud - April 23, 2019
Neptune Theatre's production of The Color Purple is an effortless, empowering production that will be remembered for decades. The show opened April 9th and will end June 2nd...
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