Actor, host, comedian and baseball super-fan Drew Carey will match wits with his friend and fellow Strat-O-Matic player, musician Slim Jim Phantom, when the two square off as managers of the American League and National League teams, respectively, when Strat-O-Matic (www.strat-o-matic.com) simulates the 2020 baseball All Star Game on Tuesday, July 14. Carey and Phantom will … [Read more...] about Drew Carey, Slim Jim Phantom To ‘Manage’ All-Stars As Strat-O-Matic Simulates Contest In Interactive Live Video July 14 Via Wizard World Virtual Experiences
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Osiris Media Launches Summer Series Featuring New Podcasts, Episodes, Merch and More
Osiris Media, the podcast network for music, is announcing a “Summer Tour,” launching this month. A lineup of new podcasts along with merchandise and other surprises are aimed at entertaining the fans who would otherwise be enjoying festivals and concerts this summer. Osiris' new merchandise line was created in collaboration so innovative designer Darryl Norsen. Norsen has … [Read more...] about Osiris Media Launches Summer Series Featuring New Podcasts, Episodes, Merch and More
Silversun Pickups Share Cover of Martika’s Song, “Toy Soldiers”
Today, Silversun Pickups share their new song “Toy Soldiers,” a reimagined version of Martika’s classic track, which was produced by Butch Vig and recorded in January. “We were thinking about songs from the ’80s that we loved growing up, that had a big radio moment and was part of our cultural DNA,” Brian Aubert of the band says. “A song that you know right away when you hear … [Read more...] about Silversun Pickups Share Cover of Martika’s Song, “Toy Soldiers”
Sony/ATV Signs Worldwide Publishing Deal with Freddy Wexler
Sony/ATV Music Publishing has signed a global publishing administration agreement with the multi-platinum, award-winning songwriter and producer Freddy Wexler. Freddy is a veteran songwriter known for crafting iconic hits including "Be Kind" by Marshmello and Halsey, and the popular single "Stuck with U" by Justin Bieber and Ariana Grande, which was #1 on Billboard's Hot 100 … [Read more...] about Sony/ATV Signs Worldwide Publishing Deal with Freddy Wexler
14-Year-Old Hinano Takashima Selected as the Grand Winner of the Female Singer Audition for Yuki Kajiura’s Theme Song of the Theatrical Animation Film “Deemo The Movie”
Pony Canyon reports that the final round of the female singer audition for the theme song of the upcoming theatrical animation film "DEEMO THE MOVIE" was announced during "DEEMO THE MOVIE - UTAHIME AUDITION FINAL" (*utahime = diva/songstress), an official program of the online event "Anime Expo Lite", with 14-year-old Japanese girl Hinano Takashima being selected as the grand … [Read more...] about 14-Year-Old Hinano Takashima Selected as the Grand Winner of the Female Singer Audition for Yuki Kajiura’s Theme Song of the Theatrical Animation Film “Deemo The Movie”
Messina Captor Films Submits Harry Shearer and Judith Owen to Emmy 2020 For Your Consideration Campaign
The Salon, a six- part digital series, is from Executive Producers Kelsey Grammer, Tom Russo and Writer, Director and Producer, Roxanne Messina Captor. Messina Captor Films submitted husband and wife team Harry Shearer and Judith Owen for their contributions to The Salon. Shearer was entered in to the For Your Consideration campaign for Outstanding Actor in a Short Form … [Read more...] about Messina Captor Films Submits Harry Shearer and Judith Owen to Emmy 2020 For Your Consideration Campaign
Breakout Pop-Country Duo SixForty1 Releases New Single “Forget Those Heels”
Breakout pop-country duo SixForty1 released their newest single “Forget Those Heels” on Friday, July 3. “This song was a no brainer when considering songs for our EP. It taps into the intimate sides of our lives that we wanted to share with our fans,” says SixForty1. The new song follows the release of "Somebody's Gonna" earlier this year as well as 2019’s … [Read more...] about Breakout Pop-Country Duo SixForty1 Releases New Single “Forget Those Heels”
Silversun Pickups Perform “Don’t Know Yet” on Full Frontal With Samantha Bee; 5th Studio Album “Widow’s Weeds” Out Now
Silversun Pickups performed their latest single, “Don’t Know Yet” on a recent episode of Full Frontal With Samantha Bee. The band taped the stripped down version while socially distanced in their respective homes, and were joined by Samantha Bee who contributed finger snaps to the song. Watch the band’s performance of “Don’t Know Yet” for Full Frontal With Samantha … [Read more...] about Silversun Pickups Perform “Don’t Know Yet” on Full Frontal With Samantha Bee; 5th Studio Album “Widow’s Weeds” Out Now
Empire State Building Grand Finale 44th Annual Macy’s July 4th Fireworks Spectacular English
For the first time in the history of New York City, fireworks were launched from the Empire State Building's 72nd and 103rd floors, and from its famed 86th Floor Observation Deck. Its lights put on a synchronized display in the only live component of NBC's broadcast of the 44th Annual Macy's July 4th Fireworks Spectacular. The Heart of New York City, and the international icon … [Read more...] about Empire State Building Grand Finale 44th Annual Macy’s July 4th Fireworks Spectacular English
CineLife Entertainment Brings The Rolling Stones: Havana Moon Concert Experience To Drive-in Movie Theatres This Summer
CineLife Entertainment, a division of Spotlight Cinema Networks, today announced the drive-in theatre rollout of The Rolling Stones: Havana Moon, a concert filmed in Havana, Cuba in 2016. The company will partner with UK content provider Eagle Rock to bring this film to drive-in theatres across the U.S. and Canada for an exclusive summer concert experience beginning July 10, … [Read more...] about CineLife Entertainment Brings The Rolling Stones: Havana Moon Concert Experience To Drive-in Movie Theatres This Summer