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Total Request Live, aka TRL, is an hourlong show broadcast live from MTV's studio in the heart of New York's bustling Times Square. Hosted by a rotating group of VJs that includes Damien Fahey and LaLa Vazquez, TRL brings a colossal mix of the hottest music and biggest celebrities to a hyper excitable live studio audience and the most clued-in collection of viewers imaginable. TRL's celebrity guests are strictly A-list, ranging from musicians such as Fall Out Boy, Beyonc



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THE BOY BAND PROJECT: HOLIDAY EDITION to be Presented at Feinstein's/54 Below Photo THE BOY BAND PROJECT: HOLIDAY EDITION to be Presented at Feinstein's/54 Below
by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 11, 2021

The award-winning contemporary boy band experience THE BOY BAND PROJECT will return to FEINSTEIN’S/54 BELOW, Broadway’s Supper Club, with all the moves, music, and magic of your favorite HOLIDAY boy bands from the 1990s, 2000s, and beyond. ...


Sway Calloway, Sofia Reyes, Jaymes Vaughan To Host BBMAs RED CARPET LIVE Photo Sway Calloway, Sofia Reyes, Jaymes Vaughan To Host BBMAs RED CARPET LIVE
by Kaitlin Milligan - April 25, 2019

dick clark productions today announced Sirius XM's Sway Calloway, Sofia Reyes and Jaymes Vaughan as the hosts of "BBMAs Red Carpet Live," the official pre-show for the "2019 Billboard Music Awards," exclusively on Twitter....


Kyd the Band Questions How To 'Make It In America' Photo Kyd the Band Questions How To 'Make It In America'
by Sarah Jae Leiber - October 21, 2020

Alt-pop act Kyd the Band (aka Devin Guisande) reveals the official video for lead single “Make It In America” lifted off his newly released EP Season 3: The Realization via Sony Music....


THE BOY BAND PROJECT Makes LA Debut at The Bourbon Room, Hollywood Photo THE BOY BAND PROJECT Makes LA Debut at The Bourbon Room, Hollywood
by A.A. Cristi - October 24, 2023

Boy Band Brunch with The Boy Band Project, October 29th, 12pm - 2pm (doors 11am) The Bourbon Room, Hollywood, CA 6356 Hollywood Blvd, 2nd Floor, LA, CA 90028)...


Armor For Sleep Announces First Tour in Over A Decade Photo Armor For Sleep Announces First Tour in Over A Decade
by Kaitlin Milligan - February 24, 2020

More than a decade after disbanding, New Jersey emo act Armor For Sleep is preparing to storm the stage once again in celebration of the 15th anniversary of their pivotal album, What To Do When You Are Dead. The summer tour will kick off on June 18th in Baltimore, with subsequent stops in New York C...


See Jason Robert Brown, Luann de Lesseps & More Next Week at Feinstein's/54 Below Photo See Jason Robert Brown, Luann de Lesseps & More Next Week at Feinstein's/54 Below
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 03, 2021

Next week, FEINSTEIN’S/54 BELOW, Broadway’s Supper Club & Private Event Destination, will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond....


Good Ground Presents A Y2K NEW YEAR'S EVE at Planet Ant Photo Good Ground Presents A Y2K NEW YEAR'S EVE at Planet Ant
by Stephi Wild - December 23, 2022

A Y2K New Year's Eve, a new, millennium-themed house and techno dance party presented by Good Ground, comes to Planet Ant's Ant Hall on New Year's Eve from 7 pm to 4 am. Good Ground, a fast-growing record label and house music collective, is decking out Ant Hall in the spirit of TRL, boy bands, and ...


The Summer Of The Knocks Continue With New Single COLORS Photo The Summer Of The Knocks Continue With New Single COLORS
by Tori Hartshorn - August 09, 2019

The summer of The Knocks has only just begun, and the beloved electronic music duo are dropping a new single called “Colors,” officially out today through Big Beat/Neon Gold. The effortlessly cool pair keep churning out hit after sweltering hit; July saw the release of two new singles called “New Yo...


Jeris Johnson & Papa Roach Join Forces for 'Last Resort (Reloaded)' Photo Jeris Johnson & Papa Roach Join Forces for 'Last Resort (Reloaded)'
by Sarah Jae Leiber - January 27, 2021

Today, genre blending one-to-watch Jeris Johnson and renowned rock sensation Papa Roach unveil 'Last Resort (Reloaded).'  ...


Donna Missal To Perform on NBC's LATE NIGHT Tonight, North American Tour Starts 2/14 Photo Donna Missal To Perform on NBC's LATE NIGHT Tonight, North American Tour Starts 2/14
by Tori Hartshorn - January 07, 2019

Following a whirlwind 2018, rising American singer-songwriter and musician Donna Missal dives head first into 2019, making her late night television debut on NBC's Late Night With Seth Meyers with what's certain to be a riveting performance of her breakthrough single, “Keep Lying.” Tune in to NBC to...


American Idol's David Hernandez To Star In NAKED BOYS SINGING Off Broadway! Photo American Idol's David Hernandez To Star In NAKED BOYS SINGING Off Broadway!
by A.A. Cristi - March 07, 2023

American Idol's David Hernandez is set to bare all again when he joins the off-Broadway return of the legendary Naked Boys Singing! beginning March 18th. David Hernandez made waves after being eliminated from season 7 of American Idol when his past as a stripper came to light. ...


VIDEO: Watch girlfriends' Music Video for 'Jessica' Photo VIDEO: Watch girlfriends' Music Video for 'Jessica'
by Sarah Leiber - December 16, 2020

girlfriends, the pop-punk duo comprised of Travis Mills (musical artist, Beats 1 Host, actor) and Nick Gross (Big Noise, Gross Labs, Find Your Grind), have shared a new music video for their song “Jessica,” premiering now with Alternative Press. Directed by Effy Kawira, the new video features a love...


Peter Dunn And Sean O'Shea Launch Pride Edition Of Their 'Kidnapping' Holiday Artist Photo Peter Dunn And Sean O'Shea Launch Pride Edition Of Their 'Kidnapping' Holiday Artist Showcase Series
by Stephi Wild - June 15, 2019

On Saturday June 22nd at 9PM at The West End Lounge, producers Peter Dunn (So You Think You Can Belt, GAYS The Series, TRL) and Sean O'Shea will premiere the first Pride edition of their successful Kidnapping holiday artist showcase series. The series began back in December with Kidnapping Santa - a...


BWW Flashback: Get to Know the Quick-Thinking Cast of FREESTYLE LOVE SUPREME Photo BWW Flashback: Get to Know the Quick-Thinking Cast of FREESTYLE LOVE SUPREME
by Julie Musbach - October 02, 2019

Off the cuff and on the beat, Freestyle Love Supreme opens tonight on Broadway! To help celebrate, we're taking a look at the mega-talented cast and what they bring to the ensemble....


girlfriends Invites Fans to Join Music Video for 'Where Were You' Photo girlfriends Invites Fans to Join Music Video for 'Where Were You'
by Sarah Jae Leiber - February 25, 2021

This emotional video, full of videos and images submitted from fans, helps show support for anyone who may be struggling with mental health along with various other obstacles....


VIDEO: Jennifer Lopez & Maluma to Discuss MARRY ME on CBS MORNINGS Photo VIDEO: Jennifer Lopez & Maluma to Discuss MARRY ME on CBS MORNINGS
by Michael Major - February 08, 2022

Jennifer Lopez and Maluma spoke with Gayle King to discuss their new movie, “Marry Me,” in an interview to air tomorrow on 'CBS Mornings.' In a preview of the interview, King surprises Jennifer Lopez with her first in-studio appearance on MTV’s “TRL” back in 1999, originally filmed in the same Times...


Derek Klena, Christy Altomare, Bonnie Milligan and More to Perform at Feinstein's/54 Photo Derek Klena, Christy Altomare, Bonnie Milligan and More to Perform at Feinstein's/54 Below Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - August 13, 2021

Next week, FEINSTEIN’S/54 BELOW, Broadway’s Supper Club & Private Event Destination, will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. To purchase tickets or for more information, visit www.54Below.com or call (646) 476-3551....


Listen: Deirdre Connolly Talks WATCH WHAT HAPPENS LIVE and More on LITTLE KNOWN FACTS Photo Listen: Deirdre Connolly Talks WATCH WHAT HAPPENS LIVE and More on LITTLE KNOWN FACTS
by Little Known Facts w/ Ilana Levine - May 01, 2023

Little Known Facts is a weekly podcast hosted by stage and film actress Ilana Levine. This week's episode features Deirdre Connolly! In this episode, Deirdre describes how what was meant to be a short summer job has turned into 14 years and one of the most successful late night talk shows on televis...


BLACKPINK Kicks Off New YouTube Originals Music Show RELEASED Photo BLACKPINK Kicks Off New YouTube Originals Music Show RELEASED
by Sarah Jae Leiber - September 30, 2020

YouTube today announced a?oeRELEASED,a?? a new weekly music series set to premiere on October 1 at 11:45 pm ET, kicking off with world-renowned, YouTube record-breaking music group BLACKPINK....


In Real Life Announces Album SHE DO Photo In Real Life Announces Album SHE DO
by Kaitlin Milligan - August 09, 2019

On the cusp of their two year anniversary of being voted together on ABC's “Boy Band”, IRL announced today they will be releasing their long-awaited debut album, She Do, on August 23rd. The album can be presaved HERE....


MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL Comes To Van Wezel Next Month Photo MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL Comes To Van Wezel Next Month
by Shanti M. Kennedy - December 02, 2024

GFour Productions, winners of 68 Drama Desk and 54 Tony Awards, are proudly bringing the brand-new national tour of Menopause The Musical 2: Cruising Through ‘The Change' to Sarasota and will play the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall for two performances on January 4, 2025 at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. ...


Less Than Jake's Chris DeMakes Launches Songwriting Podcast Photo Less Than Jake's Chris DeMakes Launches Songwriting Podcast
by Kaitlin Milligan - June 05, 2020

Chris DeMakes, founding member, vocalist and guitarist in seminal ska-punk outfit LESS THAN JAKE has launched an inspirational songwriting podcast Chris DeMakes A Podcast which is now available everywhere...


FUN AND GAMES Comes to Theater For The New City Photo FUN AND GAMES Comes to Theater For The New City
by Stephi Wild - September 21, 2022

 'Fun and Games' begins as a woman brings a man home after meeting him at a bar. Minutes later, another man arrives at the door who had been pursuing her at the bar....


Clara Mae Returns With New Single 'Lost' Photo Clara Mae Returns With New Single 'Lost'
by Kaitlin Milligan - March 15, 2019

Swedish singer-songwriter Clara Mae returns today with her new single “Lost,” available now alongside a Madeline Kate Kann-directed visual companion. The Anton Rundberg-produced track (Carly Rae Jepsen, Galantis) marks a triumphant return for the in-demand songstress, who is due to release her forth...


Rising Pop Star Max Releases Brand New Single ACID DREAMS Photo Rising Pop Star Max Releases Brand New Single ACID DREAMS
by Tori Hartshorn - July 19, 2019

Today, multi-platinum rising pop star MAX has released his brand new single 'Acid Dreams'. Nylon exclusively premiered the song yesterday HERE, lauding it 'a true celebration of everything perfect about the one you love.'...






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