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LOS ANGELES, CA (October 14, 2026) – Ronboy’s Rockin’ Disco is returning to Los Angeles for its fourth annual benefit show on Friday, December 4, bringing its signature mix of live music, comedy, DJ sets, live visuals by Media Pollution, a silent auction, a raffle and more to Pacific Electric for the first time. Hosted by Los Angeles-based singer-songwriter Ronboy (Julia Laws), the annual event will once again raise funds for Alexandria House, a transitional housing program supporting women and children as they move toward permanent housing. The 2026 lineup will be announced in the coming weeks. Tickets are available HERE.

Since its inaugural year, Ronboy’s Rockin’ Disco has grown into a community-driven celebration of music, comedy and giving back, with fundraising totals climbing from $2,300 in its first year to $30,000 at last year’s event. Previous editions have featured an eclectic mix of artists and comedians, including Matt Berninger (The National), Lauren Mayberry (CHVRCHES), Adam Granduciel (The War on Drugs), LP, Aly & AJ, Indigo De Souza, Blu DeTiger, Tomberlin, Chelsea Peretti, Sheng Wang, Sabrina Jalees, Becca Mancari, Gaby Moreno and more. The fourth annual gathering continues that tradition, bringing artists, supporters and the wider Los Angeles community together for a night of entertainment in support of a vital local organization. This year’s event is sponsored by Pacific Electric and The SoCal Sound.

The evening will feature a silent auction and raffle with exclusive items and experiences, including a framed, signed Shepard Fairey “Love Lotus” silkscreen on metal; a signed Bob’s Burgers merchandise bundle; a skateboard signed by Tony Hawk; handwritten lyrics and a signed vinyl from Rosanne Cash; a one-of-a-kind Colorwave Echo Dream 2 and Echomaster from Death By Audio; and more from Trixie Mattel, Strymon, LA Philharmonic, SoFi Stadium, John Doe, Tony King Tattoo, Dynasty Typewriter, Vista Theater, Jessica Winzelberg Jewelry, ILIA, The Now, Largo, Hot Tongue, Donna’s, Chuck Klosterman, Archive New York, Block Shop, Lenita Florals, One Down Dog, LA Galaxy, Huntington Gardens, LA Grocery & Cafe, Nick’s Ceramics. Additional details on this year’s event and lineup will be announced soon.

100% of every ticket and every gift goes directly to Alexandria House, which has helped women and children move from emergency shelter to safe, supportive and permanent housing since 1996. Funds support essential services including housing, food, childcare, counseling, financial literacy and other programs that help families build stability and independence.

New Album ‘Have Your Merry Christmas With Me’ To Drop November 6th

Today, beloved singer, composer and jazz music maven Kat Edmonson drops a soulful, elegantly smooth rendition of “That’s What I Want For Christmas”.

Previously brought to life by Nancy Wilson, Kat’s rendition reinvents the holiday classic for a modern generation, using her undeniably singular tone to conjure an intoxicating experience, like you’re listening in an intimate jazz club, cozied up to a sweetheart amidst dim twinkling Christmas lights with a martini in hand.

"I fell in love with Nancy Wilson’s recording of this song when I was 12 and played it on repeat, dreaming of the day I would sing it myself,” said Kat about the song choice. “I learned so much from her about phrasing, emotional expression, and even the complexities of adult love through Earl Lawrence’s wonderful song." Her rendition is a song off her recently announced holiday album ‘Have Your Merry Christmas With Me’, set for release on November 6th. It’s a sophisticated and joyful journey through the holiday season and the music that has defined it for decades, but featuring Kat’s signature sparkling twist on the jazz and traditional pop genres.

Kat recently released the first taste of the magical new record, “It’s Snowing” – a pining reinvention of the Allen Toussaint-penned Irma Thomas classic “It’s Raining”. The track showcases the New York Times previous praise of Kat’s music having “an equal foothold in jazz, cabaret and vintage cosmopolitanism pop.”

Arranged by Kat, the album unfolds as a comforting trip through holiday nostalgia. Calling to mind childhood memories of cranberry & popcorn garland, listening to Nat King Cole by the fire, and enjoying hot apple cider while reconnecting with loved ones, ‘Have Your Merry Christmas With Me’ feels so intimate it’s like you’re hearing these classics for the first time, performed by a close friend. With a versatile vocal tone that could feel just at home on a classic 50s record as it does on her own records, Kat Edmonson cites greats like Dinah Washington, Ray Charles, Blossom Dearie and Quincy Jones as her musical influences while also reveling in seasonal classic films like Miracle on 34th Street and Love Actually to give a jolt of holiday inspiration to the album. A Songwriters Hall of Fame award-winning singer and songwriter, Kat has achieved numerous number one albums on the Billboard Jazz Albums chart, has appeared on Austin City Limits, Tiny Desk Concerts, A Prairie Home Companion, The Tonight Show and The Late Show, has performed at venues and festivals around the world including Carnegie Hall, the Montreux Jazz Festival, and the Blue Note in Japan, and has toured alongside Lyle Lovett, Michael Kiwanuka, Chris Isaak, Shawn Colvin, and Gary Clark Jr.  Her original songs have appeared in film, television, and advertising. Edmonson also appeared as a 1930s jazz singer in Woody Allen’s Café Society and made her theatrical debut in the Drama Desk Award-nominated off-Broadway production The Hang by Taylor Mac and Matt Ray.

Arranged by Kat, the album unfolds as a comforting trip through holiday nostalgia. Calling to mind childhood memories of cranberry & popcorn garland, listening to Nat King Cole by the fire, and enjoying hot apple cider while reconnecting with loved ones, ‘Have Your Merry Christmas With Me’ feels so intimate it’s like you’re hearing these classics for the first time, performed by a close friend.

With a versatile vocal tone that could feel just at home on a classic 50s record as it does on her own records, Kat Edmonson cites greats like Dinah Washington, Ray Charles, Blossom Dearie and Quincy Jones as her musical influences while also reveling in seasonal classic films like Miracle on 34th Street and Love Actually to give a jolt of holiday inspiration to the album.

A Songwriters Hall of Fame award-winning singer and songwriter, Kat has achieved numerous number one albums on the Billboard Jazz Albums chart, has appeared on Austin City Limits, Tiny Desk Concerts, A Prairie Home Companion, The Tonight Show and The Late Show, has performed at venues and festivals around the world including Carnegie Hall, the Montreux Jazz Festival, and the Blue Note in Japan, and has toured alongside Lyle Lovett, Michael Kiwanuka, Chris Isaak, Shawn Colvin, and Gary Clark Jr. 

Her original songs have appeared in film, television, and advertising. Edmonson also appeared as a 1930s jazz singer in Woody Allen’s Café Society and made her theatrical debut in the Drama Desk Award-nominated off-Broadway production The Hang by Taylor Mac and Matt Ray. 

2026 Tour Dates 

Tickets HERE

November 27, 2026 - St. Louis, MO - Blue Strawberry

November 28, 2026 - Cincinnati, OH - Caffè Vivace

November 29, 2026 - Ann Arbor, MI - The Ark

November 30, 2026 - Evanston, IL - SPACE

December 1, 2026 - Minneapolis, MN - Crooners

December 2, 2026 - Boise, ID - The Sapphire Room

December 3, 2026 - Denver, CO - Dazzle Denver

December 6, 2026 - Half Moon Bay, CA - Bach Dancing and Dynamite Society

December 13, 2026 - New York, NY - Joe's Pub

December 15, 2026 - Los Angeles, CA - Vibrato

December 16, 2026 - Livermore, CA - Livermore Valley Performing Arts Center

December 17, 18 & 19, 2026 - Austin, TX - The State Theatre

December 20, 2026 - Dallas, TX - Kessler Theater

December 21, 2026 - Houston, TX - Heights Theater

December 23, 2026 - New Haven, CT - Shubert Theatre 

December 29, 2026 - Portland, OR - Alberta Rose Theater

December 30, 2026 - Seattle, WA - Triple Door

For more information on Kat Edmonson, please reach out to Rebecca Shapiro and Josh Page at Shore Fire Media.

Today (10.14), Texas-born, Nashville-based singer-songwriter Jack Blocker releases his title track “Big Jefe” off his upcoming concept album, Big Jefe, coming November 6th via Thirty Tigers. 

Produced by Patrick Lyons (Colter Wall, Noeline Hofmann), the song “Big Jefe” was the true beginning of the world of Big Jefe. Blocker didn’t set out to make a concept album, but during his first winter in Nashville, he started writing a new tune over a few pours of whiskey – one that made him chuckle and feel excited about songwriting again. The song, originally released in 2023 and re-recorded for the new album, became “Big Jefe,” which tells the tale of a reckless, drunken miscreant named Jefe. 

After "Big Jefe" became a staple in his live performance, Blocker started dreaming up a world around that story, inspired in part by Willie Nelson’s 1975 concept album Red Headed Stranger, as well as by country singer-songwriters like Townes Van Zandt and Marty Robbins. As he dug into different pieces of the Jefe story, Blocker realized just how much he related to it; each line became deeply personal in a way he never could have imagined.

Listen to "Big Jefe" here

The 11-track Big Jefe follows a drifter searching for purpose, exploring themes of redemption, crime, desperation, revelry, and life on the open road. Rooted in cowboy culture, vintage Americana, and Western art, the album blends influences from artists like Wilco and The White Stripes with Blocker’s own storytelling. Blocker has shared a few early previews, including "Brand New Name", where he reintroduces the persona of Jefe with bravado, and “When The River Runs Dry,” an ode to returning home after life on the road. Each lyric blurs the lines between Blocker’s and Jefe’s stories, as he immerses listeners in the world of Big Jefe through his commitment to the album visuals, which feel both timeless and distinctly himself. 

Pre-save Big Jefe HERE

Already a veteran of the road at 28, Blocker’s sound sits at the intersection of outlaw country, Americana folk, and the Texas singer-songwriter tradition. Last year, he released his debut album, The Land On Most High, produced by Big Jefe producer Patrick Lyons and released on his own label, Elbow Grease Records and his intentional songwriting and authentic storytelling have earned recognition from SiriusXM and fans across the country. In addition to his own headline shows, Blocker has opened for artists like Shane Smith and the Saints, Molly Tuttle, Pat Green, Hayes Carll and Drake Milligan.

Blocker is currently on tour and just added stops in Austin, Birmingham and Atlanta in addition to his previously announced shows in New York City and Boston. Additionally, he’ll play a special free album release show in Nashville on November 6th at Crazy Gnome Brewery, where they will be serving a limited edition “Big Jefe” Premium Mexican Lager (more info here). See full dates below and here.

Anthem winners are selected by the International Academy of Digital Arts and Sciences, with judges including Nancy Brown, CEO, American Heart Association; Heather Malenshek, CMO, Land O’Lakes, Inc.; Jesse Tyler Ferguson, award-winning actor and LGBTQ+ advocate; Patrice Duckworth, Chief Inclusion Officer, Johnson & Johnson; Fatima Graves, President & CEO, National Women’s Law Center; and Justina Nixon-Saintil, Vice President & Global Chief Impact Officer, IBM.

“We’re thrilled to see the impact sector bounce back, share their stories, and expand their impact after a challenging year last year,” said Anthem Awards General Manager Patricia McLoughlin. “This year’s Finalists are truly setting the standard for how to advocate for a cause, inspire action, create impact, and overall make this world a better place.”

Marta Eliza Miller and her mother, Corrina Clover Miller, founded MEMF in 2020 after Marta’s spinal curve reached 48 degrees during her competitive ice-dancing career. She continued training and competing while wearing a back brace for up to 20 hours a day. Her experience with the body-image struggles, anxiety and isolation of adolescent scoliosis made emotional support central to the foundation’s work.

“We are incredibly honored to have the Marta Eliza Miller Foundation recognized among so many extraordinary organizations working to make a difference around the world. What began as a deeply personal journey has become a mission to ensure that children facing scoliosis feel informed, supported, and empowered,” shares Marta Eliza Miller and Corrina Clover Miller, Co-Founders, Marta Eliza Miller Foundation. “This recognition is a meaningful reminder that even the smallest voices can create lasting change. We are proud of how far we’ve come, but even more inspired by what lies ahead as we continue raising awareness, advocating for early detection, and helping young people understand that their diagnosis does not define their future. Every child deserves the opportunity to stand tall, be strong, and dream big.”

In under six years, MEMF has helped raise more than $1 million for scoliosis awareness and research, including more than $475,000 donated to the Spine Center at the Jackie and Gene Autry Orthopedic Center at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA). Its$250,000 nationwide grant initiative, launched in 2026, supports research, education, awareness and patient care across all 50 states and Puerto Rico. Recipients include pediatric hospitals, healthcare providers, advocacy organizations and community partners, building on relationships with Boston Children’s Hospital, Duke Children’s, Phoenix Children’s and Arkansas Children’s Hospital.See HERE for a full list of MEMF’s National Scoliosis Awareness Month Grant Recipients.

Marta was also named an ambassador for the Setting Scoliosis Straight Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit advancing the research of the Harms Study Group, an international consortium of pediatric and adult spine surgeons whose work has helped establish standards of care for scoliosis and other spinal deformities. The organization supports research, patient education and community engagement, providing families with trusted, evidence-based resources.

MEMF will serve as a Titanium Sponsor of CHLA’s 125th Anniversary Gala on October 17, 2026, supporting the hospital’s $1.25 billion Anniversary Campaign to expand pediatric research and access to care. Honorary Campaign Chairs include Jamie Lee Curtis, Jimmy Kimmel, Sugar Ray Leonard and Chuck Lorre.

Alongside the Finalist announcement comes the launch of Anthem Community Voice in Partnership with NationBuilder, an annual voting campaign celebrating the work of Anthem Finalists. Supporters can vote for MEMF’s work here from October 13 through October 29 at 11:59 p.m. PT. All Finalists are also in the running for a Gold, Silver or Bronze Anthem Award, selected by Anthem judges. All winners of the 6th Annual Anthem Awards, including Anthem Community Voice winners, will be announced on November 5, 2026.

About Marta Eliza Miller Foundation:

The Marta Eliza Miller Foundation (MEMF) is a 501c3 nonprofit organization created to support scoliosis awareness. The goal is to better educate and help youth with the mental and physical struggles of having scoliosis. The MEMF motto is to STAND TALL, BE STRONG and DREAM BIG.

About The Anthem Awards:

Launched in 2021 by The Webby Awards, The Anthem Awards recognizes impactful brands, nonprofits, and individuals that are setting the standard for good worldwide. The Anthem Awards honors work across seven core causes: Belonging & Inclusion; Education, Art & Culture; Health; Human & Civil Rights; Humanitarian Action & Services; Sustainability, Environment & Climate; and Technology. This season’s partners and sponsors include NationBuilder, Sustainable Brands, NationSwell, The Bloom, the Social Innovation Summit and The Nonprofit Alliance. The Awards were founded in partnership with the Ad Council, Born This Way Foundation, Feeding America, GLAAD, Mozilla, NAACP, NRDC, WWF, and XQ.

About The Webby Awards

Hailed as the “Internet’s highest honor” by The New York Times, The Webby Awards is the leading international awards organization honoring excellence on the Internet, including Websites and Mobile Sites; Video & Film; Advertising, Media & PR; Apps, Software & Immersive; Social; Podcasts; Games; Creators and AI. Established in 1996, The Webby Awards received over 13,000 entries from all 50 states and over 70 countries worldwide this year. The Webby Awards are presented by the International Academy of Digital Arts and Sciences (IADAS). Sponsors and Partners of The Webby Awards include Adobe, WP Engine, Patreon, ElevenLabs, Framer, Meta, NAACP, KPMG, The Wall Street Journal, Deadline, The Hollywood Reporter, SXSW, The Podcast Show, and Authentic.

Find Marta Eliza Miller Foundation Online

Website: https://martaelizamillerfoundation.org/

Instagram: @http://m.e.m.foundation/

Facebook: @martaelizamillerfoundation

Find The Anthem Awards Online

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Instagram: @anthemawards

LinkedIn: The Anthem Awards

TikTok: @anthemawards

For more information, contact Shore Fire Media at MEMFPR@ShoreFire.com.

NEW YORK, October 14, 2026 — Shore Fire Media, a creative communications firm for leaders in the arts, culture and entertainment, today announced two promotions: Annie Stowe Mickum has been promoted to an account executive position, while Luci Paczkowski has been named a junior account executive. Both based in the company’s Brooklyn headquarters, Mickum serves on Co-President Matt Hanks’ publicity team and Paczkowski sits on Co-President Rebecca Shapiro’s.

Joining Shore Fire as a publicity assistant in 2022, and serving as a junior account executive since 2025, Mickum has been instrumental to campaigns for renowned artists, venues and music companies including Rhino Entertainment, Discogs, On Air Fest, Knockdown Center, Acoustic Sounds, David Porter and War, among others. She is a Virginia native and a graduate of The New School in New York City, where she earned a degree in culture and media. Before joining Shore Fire, Mickum gained industry experience working with Annie Leibovitz, Smithsonian Folkways Recordings and Red Light Management.

“Annie is a driven and detail-oriented publicist, and she has developed a real intuition for creating the moments that define a successful campaign,” said Hanks. “Entrusted with some of our longest-standing clients, she maintains consistent results and forward momentum across an array of projects. I look forward to her continued success in this new role.”

Paczkowski joined Shore Fire Media as a publicity assistant in 2024, working on campaigns for a variety of clients including Thurston Moore of Sonic Youth, Gogol Bordello, CBGB Festival , Kate Nash and WhyHunger. Originally from the San Francisco Bay Area, she graduated from Wesleyan University in 2024 with a B.A. in anthropology and a minor in religion. Paczkowski also studied classical violin at the Royal Danish Academy of Music in Copenhagen and San Francisco Conservatory of Music. Prior to Shore Fire, Paczkowski held internships at COMMAND, Connecticut Public Radio, Stone Pier Press and Our Climate Voices.

“Luci is a passionate and driven addition to our team,” said Shapiro. “She is thoughtful, knowledgeable and takes great pride in her work, eagerly approaching any challenge with enthusiasm. I can’t wait to watch her grow at Shore Fire.”

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ABOUT SHORE FIRE MEDIA

Shore Fire Media represents artists, talent, creators, authors, athletes, cultural institutions, businesses, brands and entrepreneurs at the forefront of their respective fields — including some of the most exciting emerging and established voices in the arts, entertainment and beyond. With dedicated teams in New York, Los Angeles and Nashville, Shore Fire leverages extensive expertise and relationships to strategically amplify narratives and shape reputations that facilitate career advancement in an ever-evolving media landscape. To learn more, visit ShoreFire.com and follow Shore Fire on Instagram and LinkedIn.

OCTOBER 13, 2026: Jewel’s fifth annual #NotAloneChallenge kicked off over the weekend in recognition of World Mental Health Day, once again bringing together voices across entertainment, sports, culture and beyond to remind people everywhere that they are not alone and connect them with accessible mental health tools and resources.

This year, Olivia O’Brien and Lexi Hensler are among those joining Jewel and her Inspiring Children Foundation (ICF) in the campaign, using their platforms to help break down stigma around mental health and encourage open conversations about emotional well-being.

Now in its fifth year, the #NotAloneChallenge has grown into a global mental health movement, raising more than $3 million for ICF and drawing support over the years from Billie Eilish, Lionel Richie, David Foster, Josh Groban, Kelly Clarkson, Jake Shane, Paris Hilton and many more. You can watch a recap HERE.

To celebrate the fifth year of the #NotAloneChallenge, ICF has teamed up with Hugz on a special limited-edition Purple Turtle, created as a tangible reminder that no one should have to navigate difficult moments alone. Featuring Hugz’s signature weighted feel and the ability to be warmed or cooled for added comfort, the Purple Turtle is available now for $59.99 at givehugz.co, with a portion of proceeds benefiting ICF.

Speaking with PEOPLE Magazine about this year's #NotAloneChallenge, Jewel emphasized the importance of making mental health support accessible to everyone. “I hope people know they have an ally. I hope they know to reach out to their community or to one of our resources,” she shared. Read the full interview HERE.

Jewel’s commitment to mental health is deeply personal. After experiencing homelessness as a teenager and struggling to access the support she needed, she began developing her own mental health tools and practices. In partnership with ICF, Jewel has spent more than 27 years working to make mental health programs and resources available to others, particularly underserved youth. The #NotAloneChallenge grew out of that work, harnessing the power of social media and community to help people feel less alone while connecting them with practical tools to support their mental and emotional well-being.

The campaign leads into the second annual Not Alone Summit & Award Show, powered by the Steven & Alexandra Cohen Foundation, returning to Wynn Las Vegas November 2-4. Born out of the success of the #NotAloneChallenge, the three-day gathering will bring together leaders across entertainment, business, science, philanthropy and wellness to advance the global conversation around mental health and turn conversation into action. This year, the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) joins as a founding partner.

The week begins November 2 with the Not Alone Award Show, hosted by Emmy Award-winning comedian Loni Love and livestreamed via iHeartRadio’s official YouTube channel. This year’s honorees, presenters and performers include Mike Posner, Anthony Ramos, Ray Lewis, NAMI CEO Daniel H. Gillison Jr., Mike Majlak, Lexi Hensler and Caroline Jones, with Mike Tyson, Darryl “DMC” McDaniels, Kevin Hines, David Eagleman and more returning this year.

On November 3-4, Jewel will join Summit co-chairs Steve Wozniak and ICF alumCherrial Odell, along with host Jason Kennedy, for two days of conversations, programming and experiences centered around mental health, connection and actionable solutions. 

For tickets and more information on the Not Alone Awards and Summit, please visit notaloneawards.com. 

About Jewel:

Jewel went from a girl who grew up with no running water on an Alaskan homestead, to a homeless teenager in San Diego, to an award-winning, multi-platinum recording artist who released one of the best-selling debuts of all time. Throughout her career, Jewel has sold over 30 million albums worldwide and has earned 26 nominations for such awards as the GRAMMYs, American Music Awards, MTV Awards, VH1 Awards, Billboard Music Awards and Country Music Awards, winning eight times. Jewel has been featured on the cover of TIME Magazine and Rolling Stone, and she has performed on Saturday Night Live, at the Super Bowl and the NBA Finals, for the Pope and the President of the United States. Her music has spanned a wide range of genres with top hits in folk, pop, club, country, standards, children's and holiday music.

About Inspiring Children Foundation:

For over 25 years, Jewel's Inspiring Children Foundation (ICF) has been transforming the lives of at-risk youth struggling with anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation and other mental health challenges by providing a whole-human approach to physical, social, emotional and mental health. ICF serves 2,500 youth in person and millions online. 95% of students in its Leadership Program have earned college scholarships for academics and athletics to some of the best colleges in the U.S. 100% of its last graduating class self-reported a full remission in their depression and suicidal ideation symptoms. Parts of the program are now being duplicated in 22 cities by other nonprofits. For more information, please visit www.inspiringchildren.org.

For more information, please contact teamjewel@shorefire.com. 

New York City premiere as NewFest Documentary Centerpiece on October 17

“a gut-wrenching, tender probe into the trans-masc experience” - The Hollywood Reporter

“Powerful Coming-Of-Age Documentary” - Deadline

“deserves to find a larger audience outside the fest circuit.” - Variety

Wednesday, October 14 - New feature documentary What Will I Become? announces a notable new group of Executive Producers including 5x Grammy and Emmy Award nominated comedian, actor and musician Margaret Cho, Grammy-nominated musician Patrick Stump (Fall Out Boy), and iconic Queer filmmaker and actress Cheryl Dunye (Jingletown Films, The Watermelon Woman). This documentary feature is a co-production of ITVS and Deep Dive Films in association with Storylens Pictures. 

They join previously announced Emmy-winning comedy writer, producer and star of Oscar-shortlisted documentary Will & Harper, Harper Steele (The Hollywood Reporter), ahead of the exciting New York premiere at NewFest as the Documentary Centerpiece on Saturday, October 17. The film will screen alongside LGBTQ+ Oscar contenders La Bola Negra and Club Kid.

Executive Producer Margaret Cho shared “This is such an important and beautiful work and needs to be seen everywhere. I’m so honored to be a part of this journey with these wonderful artists and I can’t wait for the world to know them.”

Coming off the tails of a thrilling international premiere at Berlinale (Amnesty International Film Award, TEDDY Award Finalist), the film has been selected for over twenty festivals around the world, including JEONJU International Film Festival, BFI Flare, Inside Out Toronto, Hamptons International Film Festivaland many more. Accolades include Best Documentary Feature (deadCenter), Audience Award for Best Documentary (Pink Apple), Best International Feature (RioLGBTQIA+) and others.

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In What Will I Become?, co-directors Lexie Bean and Logan Rozos intertwine narratives of two trans boys lost to suicide with their trans masculine+ community, sharing resources and envisioning paths forward. They delve into their own personal experiences, intertwining the stories of two young trans men who died by suicide. Together, they make their feature directorial debuts. The documentary is produced by Drew Dickler, Geoff Pingree, David Sherwin and Ricki Stern.

Early reviews already highlight the importance of this film, with Variety championing that the documentary “deserves to find a larger audience outside the fest circuit,” and praise from The Hollywood Reporter and Deadline. Look out for additional screenings, film festivals and events in support of the film here.

According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, more than 50% of trans boys attempt suicide. Homecoming king Blake Brockington and soft-spoken Kyler Prescott were poets, musicians, and community advocates. This film traces their joys and challenges, their tragic deaths and resulting media attention, and the larger aftermath within their communities. The film also uplifts resources that affirm trans boys and the LGBTQIA2S+ community to provide an understanding of suicide-prevention practices. What Will I Become? asks why the transmasculine community is particularly vulnerable to living briefly and dying quietly.

WHAT WILL I BECOME? SYNOPSIS

According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, more than 50% of trans boys attempt suicide. In ‘What Will I Become?’ directors Lexie Bean and Logan Rozos explore the vulnerability of their transmasculine community. They delve into their own personal experiences, intertwining the stories of two young trans men who died by suicide. Homecoming king Blake Brockington and soft-spoken Kyler Prescott were poets, musicians, and community advocates. The film traces their joys and challenges, their tragic deaths and resulting media attention, and the larger aftermath within their communities. The film also uplifts resources that affirm trans boys and the LGBTQIA2S+ community to provide an understanding of suicide-prevention practices. ‘What Will I Become?’ asks why the transmasculine community is particularly vulnerable to living briefly and dying quietly.

https://wwibdoc.com/

ABOUT DIRECTOR LEXIE BEAN

Lexie Bean (they/he) is a trans multimedia artist whose work revolves around themes of bodies, homes, cyclical violence, and queer identity. They have been working with survivors of dometic violence and sexual assault for over 15 years - generating events, writings, books, and short films - with a special focus on fellow trans and childhood sexual abuse survivors. They've organized 120+ relevant public and private events, trainings, and panels at non-profits, universities, and more. They are a Jerome Hill Artist Fellow, resigned member of the RAINN National Leadership Council, and a Lambda Literary Award Finalist for their anthology WRITTEN ON THE BODY. Lexie integrated their personal experiences into the acclaimed THE SHIP WE BUILT, the first middle grade novel centering and written by a trans boy released by a major USA publisher, and is adapting it into a stop-motion feature film. Lexie's work has been featured in Teen Vogue, New York Times, Huffington Post, Feminist Wire, Ms. Magazine, Them, Bust Magazine, Autostraddle, as well as JKP's SURVIVING TRANSPHOBIA. WHAT WILL I BECOME? is Lexie's co-directed debut feature documentary.

ABOUT DIRECTOR LOGAN ROZOS

Logan Rozos (he/him) is a film and theatre artist whose work is based in his communities as a gay Black trans man, theatre kid, and New Yorker. He made his acting debut in 2019 on the Peabody-nominated television drama DAVID MAKES MAN. He was a member of Teen Vogue’s inaugural 20 Under 20 Queers Artists and Activists to Watch. WHAT WILL I BECOME? is his feature debut as a director, and he was a member in the Firelight Media Lab’s 2022-24 documentary fellowship cohort through this project.

For more information please contact shore fire media:

MC Miskell - mcmiskell@shorefire.com 

Anna Billy - abilly@shorefire.com

As part of the March 2028 tour, Interlochen faculty will offer master classes with Creative Youth Development organizations in the tour cities. Students from these youth arts organizations will be chosen to receive scholarships to Interlochen Arts Camp. 

INTERLOCHEN, Mich.—Interlochen Arts Academy is partnering with the Chicago Symphony, the Los Angeles Philharmonic, and the University of Michigan’s University Musical Society (UMS) to mark Interlochen’s centennial and promote world friendship with a March 2028 tour. Cristian Măcelaru and famed pianist Lang Lang—both celebrated international ambassadors for the arts—will be part this one-of-a-kind collaboration: Lang Lang will join students on Interlochen’s campus for master classes and rehearsals and will perform with them on stage under the baton of Cristian Măcelaru for concerts at Interlochen’s Corson Auditorium (March 10, 2028), Ann Arbor’s Hill Auditorium at the University of Michigan (March 12, 2028), Chicago Symphony Center (March 14, 2028), and Los Angeles’ Walt Disney Concert Hall (March 17, 2028). 

Lang Lang and Assad will be just two of the gifted professional collaborators to rehearse and perform with students for this tour. Stage director, artistic director, and educator Matthew Ozawa has been engaged as creative director and will work closely with Interlochen Director Laura Mittelstaedt to bring the work to life. Under Măcelaru’s leadership, who himself is an Interlochen Camp and Academy alumnus, members of the Chicago Symphony and the Los Angeles Philharmonic will perform side-by-side with the Arts Academy Orchestra at the performances in Chicago and Los Angeles, respectively.

The performance’s globally minded theme is underscored by the tour’s final destination: Los Angeles, the host of the 2028 Summer Olympic Games. Both Lang Lang and Măcelaru have previously performed at the Olympics, with Măcelaru leading the opening ceremony of the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, before a global audience estimated at 1.5 billion people, and Lang Lang performing at the 2008 Beijing Games and the 2026 Milano Cortina Games.

“Since our founding in 1928, Interlochen has been a gathering place for students, educators, and arts enthusiasts from around the world,” said Trey Devey, President of Interlochen Center for the Arts. “Today, as in 1945, the words inscribed on Kresge Auditorium echo our unwavering belief that the arts transcend ages, cultures, borders, and languages. This tour—which unites high school students from 47 U.S. states and territories and 32 countries; three of our nation’s leading cultural institutions; a Romanian-born conductor; a Brazilian-American composer; a Japanese-American creative director; and a Chinese pianist—is a powerful reflection of that belief. Together, these renowned creatives will lift up the voices of the next generation of artists and amplify our message of international cooperation through the arts and education—a fitting tribute to Interlochen’s past, present, and future.” 

"The University Musical Society (UMS) and the University of Michigan are delighted to celebrate Interlochen's centennial in 2028," said UMS President Matthew VanBesien. "As a fellow nationally-renown arts organization with a long history here in Michigan — UMS will celebrate its 150th season in 28/29 — we have seen the incredible impact of Interlochen first-hand, from the many professional musicians and artists who started their training there, to the hundreds of local students who participate in summer programs every summer. We are proud to showcase the multi-disciplinary talents of the Arts Academy alongside the star power of Lang Lang on the stage of Hill Auditorium."

“Chicago Symphony is honored to welcome Interlochen Center for the Arts to Chicago Symphony Center as part of its historic centennial celebration in 2028,” said Chicago Symphony President Jeff Alexander. “Interlochen’s dedication to nurturing young artistic talent has shaped generations of world-class musicians, many of whom have graced our stage and performed within the ranks of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra. Hosting these exceptional students at Chicago Symphony Center highlights our shared commitment to musical excellence and inspiring the next generation of artists and audiences.”

“Interlochen’s centennial provides a wonderful opportunity to celebrate not only an extraordinary legacy of arts education, but also the future of the arts itself. The LA Phil is proud to partner in a project that brings together visionary artists, leading cultural institutions, and talented students from around the world,” said LA Phil President and CEO, David C. Bohnett Presidential Chair Kim Noltemy. “Their collective creativity embodies the values of connection and shared humanity that music uniquely inspires.”

“When I visited Interlochen, I found extraordinary talent, deep devotion, and an energy you could feel in every corner of the campus. It filled me with hope, and with the certainty that this piece has to come from the students: their thoughts, their dreams, and the future they imagine. It is an honor to be part of this amazing project, and I am deeply grateful,” said Assad.

“For over 100 years, Interlochen has educated and uplifted some of the most talented artists and creative minds in the world. In this extraordinary centennial celebration, music, theatre, dance, visual arts, creative writing, interdisciplinary arts, and film & new media converge in a breathtaking performance that amplifies the global transformative power of the arts. Collaboratively created by the students, and showcasing the brilliance of legendary pianist Lang Lang, it is a true joy and honor to work with Interlochen on this important milestone,” said Ozawa.

“For Interlochen’s centennial, I wanted to build something truly ambitious. Creating opportunities for young artists to develop their talents has always been a priority for me, and having Interlochen’s Arts Academy students perform a world premiere alongside Lang Lang and musicians from some of the nation’s leading orchestras offers them the chance to be part of an exceptional collaboration at the highest level. I am excited to bring this celebration to audiences in Michigan, Chicago, and Los Angeles,” said Măcelaru.

“I had a wonderful time performing with Interlochen’s talented young musicians for the first time last year. Their enthusiasm and energy were inspiring, and I’m delighted to join them on tour this time. These musicians represent the next generation, and it’s a joy to share in the beginning of their careers. I’m also excited to work with Cristian Măcelaru, whose exceptional musicianship will make this collaboration all the more special for everyone on stage and in the audience,” said Lang Lang.

As part of the tour, Interlochen faculty will visit Ann Arbor, Chicago, and Los Angeles to work with youth arts organizations. Select students associated with these youth arts organizations will be chosen to receive scholarships to attend Interlochen Arts Camp.

“These partnerships are one of the most exciting elements of our tour, extending the impact of this once-in-a-lifetime experience beyond our own students,” Devey said. “Just as creative leaders will inspire Academy students, our world-class faculty will bring fresh perspectives to young artists in these communities—energizing their creative practices for years to come. And thanks to the generous support of our donors, some of these talented students will have the opportunity to experience the magic of Interlochen for themselves, regardless of financial circumstances.”
The Academy’s 2028 tour is one of the culminating events of Interlochen’s centennial celebrations, a multi-year series of tours, performances, receptions, and special events in honor of Interlochen’s 100th anniversary. The celebrations officially launched in March 2026 with Imagine US: Celebrating America at 250, a three-city tour that included performances at Interlochen’s Corson Auditorium, Detroit’s Orchestra Hall, Philadelphia’s Marian Anderson Hall, and Boston’s Symphony Hall. Măcelaru, cellists Yo-Yo Ma and Tommy Mesa, and members of the Detroit Symphony Orchestra, The Philadelphia Orchestra, and the Boston Symphony Orchestra performed side-by-side with students in a two-act production that featured the world premiere of a new cello concerto by Wynton Marsalis; Reena Esmail’s “RE|member”; a reimagined performance of Charles Ives’ Symphony No. 4; and multidisciplinary elements from all seven of Interlochen’s artistic disciplines under the creative direction of Diana Wyenn.

As with the 2028 tour, Imagine US offered opportunities to deepen relationships with creative youth development organizations in each city. Interlochen faculty held master classes at partner organizations across each of Interlochen’s seven artistic disciplines, while partnerships with the Detroit Symphony Orchestra, Philadelphia Orchestra, and Boston Symphony Orchestra enabled Interlochen to award $300,000 in scholarships for students from these communities to study at Interlochen Arts Camp. 

About Lang Lang

Lang Lang is a leading figure in classical music today. As a pianist, educator, and philanthropist, he has become one of the world’s most influential and dedicated ambassadors for the arts in the 21st century. Equally at home performing for billions at the 2008 Beijing Olympic Opening Ceremony, the 2024 reopening of Notre-Dame de Paris, and the 2026 Milan Olympic Opening Ceremony, or for just a few hundred children in public schools, he is a master communicator through music.

Heralded by the New York Times as “the hottest artist on the classical music planet,” Lang Lang plays sold-out concerts all over the world. He has formed ongoing collaborations with conductors including Sir Simon Rattle, Gustavo Dudamel, Daniel Barenboim, and Christoph Eschenbach, and performs with all the world’s top orchestras. Lang Lang is known for thinking outside the box and frequently steps into different musical worlds. Millions of viewers watched his performances at the GRAMMY Awards with Metallica, Pharrell Williams, and jazz legend Herbie Hancock. He has also worked with global pop icons such as Ed Sheeran, John Legend, Rose from BLACKPINK, J Balvin, and Jay Chou bringing classical music to new and diverse audiences.

Lang Lang's passion for innovation has led him to exciting collaborations beyond classical music. A collaboration between François-Paul Journe and Lang Lang began in 2026, joining the pianist and the Geneva watchmaker in a shared commitment to craftsmanship and to championing young artists. That same year he began a partnership with Allianz across its markets in Asia, which includes masterclasses for the next generation of pianists.

For about a decade, Lang Lang has contributed to musical education worldwide. In 2008, he founded the Lang Lang International Music Foundation, aimed at cultivating tomorrow’s top pianists, championing music education at the forefront of technology, and building a young audience through live music experiences. In 2013, Lang Lang was designated by the Secretary-General of the United Nations as a Messenger of Peace, focusing on global education.

Lang Lang’s influence extends into the luxury world, where he is a Global Ambassador for Dior and Hennessy, and has partnered with Alicia Keys for a high-profile campaign with Hennessy. His unique blend of artistry and creativity also led him to design his limited-edition Steinway Black Diamond piano, debut the Steinway Spirio Cast to the world, and design the interior of a Bugatti car.

Lang Lang started playing the piano at age three and gave his first public recital before the age of five. At age nine, he entered Beijing’s Central Music Conservatory and won First Prize at the International Tchaikovsky Competition for Young Musicians at 13. He subsequently went to Philadelphia to study with legendary pianist Gary Graffman at the Curtis Institute of Music. He was seventeen when his big break came, substituting for André Watts at the Gala of the Century, playing Tchaikovsky’s First Piano Concerto with the Chicago Symphony under the baton of Christoph Eschenbach: he became an overnight sensation, and the invitations started to pour in.

Lang Lang’s boundless drive to attract new audiences to classical music has brought him tremendous recognition: he was presented with the 2010 Crystal Award in Davos and was picked as one of the 250 Young Global Leaders by the World Economic Forum. He is also the recipient of honorary doctorates from the Royal College of Music, the Manhattan School of Music, and New York University. Lang Lang has received many of the highest civilian honors awarded by countries around the world, including the Ministry of Culture of the People’s Republic of China, the Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany, and France’s Légion d'honneur. In 2016, Lang Lang was invited to the Vatican to perform for Pope Francis. He has also performed for numerous other international dignitaries, including four U.S. presidents and monarchs from many nations.

For further information visit https://www.langlangofficial.com and https://langlangfoundation.org/

About Cristian Măcelaru
Cristian Măcelaru is a GRAMMY® Award-winning conductor widely admired for a rare fusion of interpretive rigor, emotional intelligence, and generosity of spirit. Throughout his career, Măcelaru has demonstrated a profound commitment to strengthening cultural institutions, educating the next generation of artists, and forging meaningful bonds between music and community, while serving as an ambassador for the classical art form worldwide.

Măcelaru is Music Director of the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra and the Orchestre National de France, Artistic Director of the George Enescu Festival and Competition, Artistic Director and Principal Conductor of the Interlochen Center for the Arts’ World Youth Symphony Orchestra, and Music Director and Conductor of the Cabrillo Festival of Contemporary Music.

After an acclaimed inaugural season featuring multiple sold-out programs, Măcelaru leads an ambitious second season with the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra, featuring premieres by Errollyn Wallen and Mark Simpson, plus works by Jessie Montgomery, Steven Banks, and Eunike Tanzil—reflecting his lasting commitment to programming overlooked masterworks and championing the work of contemporary composers.

The 2026/27 season also marks his seventh and final season as Music Director of the Orchestre National de France, concluding his tenure by conducting the Concert de Paris at the foot of the Eiffel Tower. As Music Director, Măcelaru has greatly strengthened the orchestra’s artistic profile by focusing on signature French repertoire and expanding its international presence, conducting recordings of works by French composers including Ravel and the once overlooked Elsa Barraine.

Highlights of Măcelaru’s 2026/27 guest-conducting schedule include returns to Aspen Music Festival, Grafenegg Festival, the BBC Proms, Oslo Philharmonic, Dresden Philharmonic, NDR Elbphilharmonie Orchestra, WDR Sinfonieorchester, Leipzig Gewandhaus Orchestra, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Tonhalle-Orchester Zürich, and San Francisco Symphony. Măcelaru also embarks on a tour with the Gustav Mahler Jugendorchester across Italy and Spain.

Măcelaru appears regularly with many of the world’s leading orchestras. In Europe, his collaborations have included the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, Staatskapelle Berlin, Staatskapelle Dresden, Sinfonieorchester des Bayerischen Rundfunks, Wiener Symphoniker, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Swedish Radio Symphony Orchestra, Budapest Festival Orchestra, Münchner Philharmoniker, and Orchestra dell’Accademia Nazionale di Santa Cecilia. In North America, he has conducted the New York Philharmonic, Boston Symphony Orchestra, Chicago Symphony Orchestra, The Cleveland Orchestra, The Philadelphia Orchestra, and National Symphony Orchestra. His operatic work includes acclaimed productions at major houses, including Houston Grand Opera and Opera Națională București.

Across his titled roles, Măcelaru has consistently elevated artistic standards while expanding audience engagement. He led the ONF at the opening ceremony of the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, before a global audience estimated at 1.5 billion people. A passionate champion of contemporary music, he has commissioned and premiered works by more than 52 composers, including Wynton Marsalis, Tan Dun, Gabriela Lena Frank, Jennifer Higdon, Jake Heggie, Nico Muhly, Sean Shepherd, and Gabriella Smith.

An accomplished recording artist, Măcelaru received a GRAMMY® Award for his Decca Classics recording of Wynton Marsalis’s Violin Concerto with Nicola Benedetti and The Philadelphia Orchestra. In addition to his recordings with the Orchestre National de France, his recent releases include George Enescu’s Symphonies Nos. 1–3 and Romanian Rhapsodies on Deutsche Grammophon, which won the Diapason d’Or of the Year. Upcoming releases include Mahler’s Symphony No. 2 with the Orchestre National de France on Naïve Records, and Bartók’s The Miraculous Mandarin and Concerto for Orchestra with the WDR Sinfonieorchester on Linn Records.

Born in Timișoara, Romania, Măcelaru moved to the United States at age 17 to attend Interlochen Arts Academy. He studied at the University of Miami and Rice University’s Shepherd School of Music, and further refined his craft at the Tanglewood Music Center and Aspen Music Festival. His international career gained early prominence when he stepped in for Pierre Boulez with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra. He is a recipient of both the Solti Emerging Conductor Award and the Solti Conducting Award.

About Clarice Assad

“she energetically bends music to her will and reshapes it with fascinating results.”

– Jazz Improv Magazine

Grammy Award–nominated Brazilian-American composer, pianist, and vocalist Clarice Assad is one of the most widely performed and commissioned voices in contemporary music today. Winner of the 2026 Andrew Imbrie Award from the American Academy of Arts and Letters and the 2025 Meier Achievement Award, she has created more than 130 works for institutions including Carnegie Hall, The Philadelphia Orchestra, and the LA Philharmonic. Her music has been recorded by Yo-Yo Ma, Dame Evelyn Glennie, and the Takács Quartet—whose world premiere of her string quartet NEXUS at Carnegie Hall’s Zankel Hall was celebrated by the New York Classical Review and featured in The Strad under the headline “Let’s Clarice It Up.” Her album Archetypes—recorded with her father, guitarist Sérgio Assad, and Third Coast Percussion—earned two Grammy nominations in 2022. As a performer, she has appeared at Carnegie Hall, the Concertgebouw, and Jazz at Lincoln Center, sharing stages with Bobby McFerrin and Paquito D’Rivera. Currently Composer-in-Residence with the Allentown Symphony and the Albany Symphony, Assad is also the creator of VOXploration, an acclaimed music education program presented worldwide. She is based in Chicago.

About Matthew Ozawa

Matthew Ozawa is a creative director, stage director, executive leader, artistic director, and educator who has firmly cemented himself as one of the preeminent creative forces in the opera world today. Ozawa was appointed as the Chief Artistic Officer at Lyric Opera of Chicago in 2022, a new role that oversees all of Lyric’s artists, artistic planning, and activities. As a stage director, Ozawa is known as a master storyteller, whose “strikingly spare productions” (New York Times) are “a vivid demonstration of what opera is all about” (Opera News). Passionate about collaborative interdisciplinary performance, new work, and reigniting classics through “framing [that] is ingenious” (New Yorker), Ozawa’s “stylish” and “intelligent” new productions recently include Wagner’s Parsifal (San Francisco Opera), Puccini’s Madama Butterfly (Lyric Opera of Chicago / Cincinnati Opera / Detroit Opera / Pittsburgh Opera / Utah Opera), Beethoven’s Fidelio (San Francisco Opera / Canadian Opera Company / Lyric Opera of Chicago), Gluck’s Orfeo (San Francisco Opera) and Gounod’s Romeo and Juliet (Minnesota Opera / Cincinnati Opera / Pittsburgh Opera / San Diego Opera / Kansas City Lyric Opera / San Antonio Opera). His productions have been seen at Brooklyn Academy of Music, San Francisco Opera, Lyric Opera of Chicago, Canadian Opera Company, Santa Fe Opera, The Kennedy Center, and Carnegie Hall among many others. Committed to new and modern work, recent new production highlights include Huang Ruo’s Angel Island (BAM / Beth Morrison Projects), Ruo / Hwang’s An American Soldier (Opera Theatre of St. Louis), Perla / Murphy’s An American Dream (Lyric Opera of Chicago), Aucoin’s Second Nature (Lyric Opera of Chicago), and Hanlon / Fleischmann’s After The Storm (Houston Grand Opera).

About Laura Mittelstaedt

Laura Mittelstaedt has been a theater educator at Interlochen Center for the Arts for nineteen years. She is an Artistic Associate and founding member of the Interlochen Shakespeare Festival, where she directed the 2014 production of The Tempest and played numerous roles including Viola in Twelfth Night, Kate in The Taming of the Shrew and Emilia in Othello.  Laura worked regionally with the Illinois Shakespeare Festival, Trinity Repertory Company, Providence, Rhode Island and Timeline Theatre, Chicago. She earned her Master of Fine Arts in Acting from Penn State University and her Bachelor of Arts in Theatre Performance from Rhode Island College. In her recent work, Laura established the Theatre for Young Audiences at Interlochen five years ago, adapting children’s books in conversation with the authors, and envisioning original Interlochen Arts Academy productions for local tours.  She is currently directing Kuafu Chases the Sun and Other Chinese Legends.  Laura was a collaborator for the Imagine US Tour, and is excited to be creating Interlochen’s 2028 tour with such esteemed artists.

About University Musical Society
A recipient of the 2014 National Medal of Arts, UMS (also known as the University Musical Society) contributes to a vibrant cultural community by connecting audiences with performing artists from around the world in uncommon and engaging experiences. One of the oldest performing arts presenters in the country and celebrating its 150th season in 2028/29, UMS is an independent non-profit organization based in Ann Arbor and affiliated with the University of Michigan. The organization presents dozens of music, theater, and dance performances by professional touring artists each season, along with many free public and private educational activities throughout Southeast Michigan. Since 1990, the organization has co-commissioned and supported the production of over 80 new or reimagined works. Matthew VanBesien became the organization's seventh president in July 2017.

About the Chicago Symphony
Chicago Symphony is a beacon of musical excellence and inspiration, both in Chicago and around the world. The organization stewards three acclaimed classical music ensembles, including the renowned Chicago Symphony Orchestra; presents a dynamic performance series with guest artists, and comprises an embedded music education institute. At Chicago Symphony, the legendary sound of the CSO meets the future of music, inviting everyone to experience and connect with the transformative power of live Performance.

The iconic Chicago Symphony Orchestra is the core ensemble, recognized worldwide for its artistic force and command of a deep, evolving repertoire. The CSO has been at the forefront of classical music since its founding in 1891, with a long history of introducing new compositions to the United States and the world. The CSO’s vitality continues to inspire music lovers with nearly 150 concerts annually, weekly syndicated radio broadcasts and a catalog of celebrated recordings.

About the LA Phil

The LA Phil offers live performances, media initiatives, and learning programs that inspire and strengthen communities in Los Angeles and beyond. The Los Angeles Philharmonic orchestra is the foundation of the LA Phil’s offerings, which also include a multi-genre, multidisciplinary presenting program and such youth development programs as YOLA (Youth Orchestra Los Angeles). Performances are offered across four historic venues—Walt Disney Concert Hall, the Hollywood Bowl, The Ford, and Beckmen YOLA Center—as well as through a variety of media platforms. In all its endeavors, the LA Phil seeks to enrich the lives of individuals and communities through musical, artistic and learning experiences that resonate in our world today.

About Interlochen Center for the Arts

The nonprofit Interlochen Center for the Arts is a recipient of the National Medal of Arts and the only organization in the world that brings together a 3,000-student summer camp program; a 550-plus-student fine arts boarding high school; a year-round source of expert online arts education for children, teens, and adults; opportunities for adults to engage in fulfilling artistic and creative programs; two 24-hour, listener-supported public radio services (classical music and news); more than 600 arts presentations annually by students, faculty, and world-renowned guest artists; a robust hospitality division that curates on-campus lodging, dining, and transportation services; and a global alumni base spanning nine decades, including leaders in the arts and all other endeavors. For information, visit Interlochen online at www.interlochen.org.

Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band’s “Land of Hope and Dreams American Tour: Philadelphia Freedom Cut Part 3” is out today, featuring official performance video of eight songs from the tour’s May 30th finale. Capturing the home stretch of the show’s main set, highlights of Part 3 include “My City of Ruins” (described by TIME Magazine as “a call for resurrection and rebirth” on this tour), “The Ghost of Tom Joad” (which the Philadelphia Inquirer spotlighted for its “how-does-he-do-it” guitar work), “House of a Thousand Guitars” (“the show could not have a sweeter centerpiece,” Variety noted) and “Badlands” (whose lyrics, The New York Times observed, “took on new meaning in 2026”). 

“Springsteen delivered a spirited, righteous and rocking finale,” the Asbury Park Press wrote of that Philadelphia show. “The band fired on all cylinders for a nearly three-hour ride of power, precision and passion.”

Watch Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band’s full “Land of Hope and Dreams American Tour: Philadelphia Freedom Cut Part 3” here; also featuring performances of “Because the Night,” “Wrecking Ball,” “The Rising” and the tour’s namesake “Land of Hope and Dreams”: https://youtu.be/f-NGGoCCQBA

Musicians on stage for the Land of Hope and Dreams American Tour included The E Street Band’s Roy Bittan (piano, synthesizer), Nils Lofgren (guitar, vocals), Garry Tallent (bass guitar), Stevie Van Zandt (guitar, vocals) and Max Weinberg (drums) with Soozie Tyrell (violin, guitar, vocals), Jake Clemons (saxophone) and Charlie Giordano (organ, keyboards, accordion). They were joined by The E Street Horns and Percussion (Anthony Almonte, Barry Danielian, Eddie Manion, Ozzie Melendez, Curt Ramm) and The E Street Choir (Ada Dyer, Curtis King, Lisa Lowell, Michelle Moore). Tom Morello performed with Springsteen and The E Street Band for each of the tour’s 20 shows as a special guest.

Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band’s “Land of Hope and Dreams American Tour: Philadelphia Freedom Cut Part 3” is directed by Chris Hilson and Thom Zimny, edited by Zimny and Sam Shapiro, and produced by Bruce Springsteen, Jon Landau, Zimny and Adrienne Gerard. Sound was mixed by Rob Lebret and Jon Altschiller, and recorded by John Cooper, with lighting design by Jeff Ravitz and Todd Ricci. The project is released in memory of Dave Marsh.

“Land of Hope and Dreams American Tour: Philadelphia Freedom Cut Part 3”

House of a Thousand Guitars

My City of Ruins

Because the Night

Wrecking Ball

The Rising

The Ghost of Tom Joad

Badlands

Land of Hope and Dreams

Tickets On Sale Friday, October 23

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 13 - Today, Matchbox Twenty announced their 30th Anniversary Tour, an extensive North American run celebrating three decades of music and milestones throughout the band’s three-decades-long career. Promoted by Live Nation, the 52-date tour kicks off on May 15 at Coca-Cola Amphitheater in Birmingham, AL and will bring Matchbox Twenty to amphitheaters and arenas across the U.S. and Canada, including Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Morrison, CO, the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles, Moody Center in Austin, TX, RBC Amphitheatre in Toronto, ON, and more. 

The All-American Rejects, The Wallflowers, David Gray, O.A.R., Matt Nathanson, and The Lucky will join the band as special guests on select dates. The tour is the centerpiece of a yearlong anniversary celebration that began last night with an intimate, one-night-only performance at the Fonda Theatre in Los Angeles, where the band played songs from their landmark debut Yourself or Someone Like You, alongside other fan favorites. The celebration continues tomorrow when Matchbox Twenty perform on Jimmy Kimmel Live!.

Just ahead of the tour, Matchbox Twenty will perform at Stagecoach Festival in Indio, CA on Sunday, April 25. 

Matchbox Twenty’s Artist Presale starts Tuesday, October 20 at 5pm local time. All fans can sign up for access presale tickets on their tour dates page HERE. 

Tickets will also be available starting with the Reserved by Spotify presale on Tuesday, October 20 at 10AM local time for eligible Spotify Premium top fans purchasing tickets in Ticketmaster venues. Additional presales will run throughout the week ahead of the general on sale beginning Friday, October 23 at 10am local time at www.matchboxtwenty.com. 

Released in 1996, Yourself or Someone Like You introduced Matchbox Twenty (Rob Thomas, Brian Yale, Paul Doucette and Kyle Cook) to the world and launched a career that has now spanned three decades. Featuring smash hit singles “3AM,” “Push,” “Real World,” “Back 2 Good,” “Long Day” and more, the diamond-certified, 12x-platinum album became one of the defining rock records of the era and established the band as a fixture of pop culture.

In the 30 years since, Matchbox Twenty have built a catalog of hits including “Bent,” “If You’re Gone,” “Unwell,” “How Far We’ve Come,” “She’s So Mean”and more. The band have sold more than 40 million records worldwide, topped charts, garnered multiple GRAMMY® Award nominations, and played to millions of fans across arenas, amphitheaters and stadiums on multiple continents.

MATCHBOX TWENTY 2027 TOUR DATES - Tickets on sale Friday, October 23

April 25 - Indio, CA - Stagecoach Festival # (on sale now)

May 15 - Birmingham, AL - Coca-Cola Amphitheater*

May 16 - Charlotte, NC - Truliant Amphitheater*

May 18 - Nashville, TN - Bridgestone Arena*

May 20 - Kansas City, MO - Morton Amphitheater*

May 22 - Morrison, CO - Red Rocks Amphitheatre+

May 26 - Salt Lake City, UT - Utah First Credit Union Amphitheatre+

May 27 - Nampa, ID - Ford Idaho Center Amphitheater+

May 29 - Spokane, WA - BECU Live at Northern Quest+

May 30 - Vancouver, BC - Freedom Mobile Arch+

June 2 - Auburn, WA - White River Amphitheatre+

June 4 - Ridgefield, WA - Cascades Amphitheater+

June 5 - Bend, OR - Hayden Homes Amphitheater+

June 8 - Mountain View, CA - Shoreline Amphitheatre+>

June 9 - Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood Bowl+>

June 11 - Las Vegas, NV - The Colosseum at Caesars Palace+>

June 12 - Phoenix, AZ - Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre+

June 13 - Albuquerque, NM - First Financial Credit Union Amphitheater+

June 16 - Austin, TX - Moody Center+

June 18 - Houston, TX - The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion+

June 19 - Dallas, TX - Dos Equis Pavilion+

June 20 - Rogers, AR - Walmart AMP+

June 23 - St. Louis, MO - Hollywood Casino Amphitheater+

June 25 - Alpharetta, GA - Ameris Bank Amphitheatre+

June 26 - St. Augustine, FL - The St. Augustine Amphitheatre+

June 27 - Tampa, FL - MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre+

June 30 - Hollywood, FL - Hard Rock Live+

July 2 - Wilmington, NC - Live Oak Bank Pavilion+

July 3 - Virginia Beach, VA - Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater+

July 7 - Burgettstown, PA - The Pavilion at Star Lake=

July 8 - Holmdel, NJ - PNC Bank Arts Center=

July 10 - Mansfield, MA - Xfinity Center=

July 11 - Gilford, NH - BankNH Pavilion=

July 13 - Bridgeport, CT - Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater=

July 14 - Richmond, VA - Allianz Amphitheater at Riverfront=

July 16 - Columbia, MD - Merriweather Post Pavilion=

July 17 - Philadelphia, PA - TD Pavilion at Highmark Mann=

July 18 - Wantagh, NY - Northwell at Jones Beach Theater=

July 20 - Saratoga Springs, NY - Albany Med Health System at SPAC=

July 21 - Toronto, ON - RBC Amphitheatre=

July 23 - Tinley Park, IL - Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre=

July 24 - Clarkston, MI - Pine Knob Music Theatre=

July 27 - Cincinnati, OH - Venue TBA=

July 28 - Noblesville, IN - Ruoff Music Center=

July 30 - Council Bluffs, IA - Harrah’s Stir Cove=

July 31 - Shakopee, MN - Mystic Lake Amphitheater=

August 1 - Milwaukee, WI - American Family Insurance Amphitheater=

August 4 - Brandon, MS - Brandon Amphitheater~

August 5 - Orange Beach, AL - The Wharf Amphitheater~

August 7 - Charleston, SC - Credit One Stadium~

August 8 - Raleigh, NC - Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek~

August 11 - Cuyahoga Falls, OH - Blossom Music Center^

August 12 - Grand Rapids, MI - Acrisure Amphitheater^

*with The All-American Rejects

+with The Wallflowers

=with David Gray

~with O.A.R.

^with Matt Nathanson

>with The Lucky

# Non Live Nation Date

For more information on Matchbox Twenty, please contact:

MB20@shorefire.com

Rare Exhibit of Original Davis Paintings To Be Displayed 

From Nov 1st-30th

October 13, 2026–The Miles Davis Estate and Langham Hospitality Group (LHG) have detailed a creative new collaboration to honor Davis’ music and legacy in celebration of his centennial. Highlights of this first-of-its-kind partnership include the Los Angeles debut of The Voice Of Miles: A Symphonic Cinematic Celebration immersive live orchestral event at The Langham Huntington, Pasadena, on November 1. Coinciding with The Voice of Miles, the historic Pasadena landmark will also host a rare gallery exhibit of original Miles Davis paintings that will be displayed for the entire month of November, curated by Larry Earl. Future Miles Davis events will be announced at additional LHG properties across North America, and marks the latest chapter in what has been a remarkable year celebrating Miles 100.

The Voice of Miles: A Symphonic Cinematic Celebration transforms the acclaimed documentary Miles Davis: Birth of the Cool into an immersive, live orchestral event. Featuring Miles’ original, isolated live trumpet performances alongside new orchestrations, the program invites audiences to experience the sound and story of a singular genius who reshaped jazz—and modern music—through fearless reinvention. Film excerpts and live performance interlock in real time, creating a cinematic concert experience that places Miles himself—heard and seen in performance—at the center of a newly expanded symphonic landscape, as his unmistakable trumpet voice is surrounded by the power and sweep of a full orchestral sound. The production made its debut at Brooklyn’s National Sawdust in May, and returned to New York City as part of Central Park Summerstage’s 2026 programming. The show is produced by Park Avenue Artists.

The Voice of Miles: A Symphonic Cinematic Celebration on November 1 will feature a 13-piece orchestra, situated in The Langham Huntington, Pasadena’s Huntington Ballroom. Built in 1914, The Langham Huntington, Pasadena sits on 17 acres of gardens overlooking the San Gabriel Valley. The concert will take place from 5-7:30PM.

Tickets are on sale now

Exhibit of Miles Davis’ original artwork

Later in his career, Davis devoted much of his time and creative energy to the visual arts, from sketches and drawing to painting. The Langham Huntington, Pasadena will host a rare opportunity to see a curated selection of original paintings, opening on November 1 and continuing until the end of the month. Davis’ artwork has been shown in major exhibitions in Paris, London and beyond, but less frequently on display to the public over the past decade. The Miles Davis Estate is working with curator and historian Larry Earl on the exhibit. 

Eaton DC, Washington D.C.

On October 22, Eaton DC, an LHG hotel, will host an opportunity for fans to experience the Emmy-winning Miles Davis: Birth of the Cool documentary like never before. Presented by Park Avenue Artists, this special showing airs the documentary in its entirety, immediately followed by a conversation with special guests including Davis’ son Erin Davis, and a playback of an excerpt from The Voice of Miles: A Symphonic Cinematic Celebration. Produced in partnership with the D.C. Jazz Festival. 

The partnership with LHG marks the latest chapter in Miles Davis 100, the yearlong centennial celebration honoring Davis’ enduring impact across music, art, fashion, film and culture. Among the projects still to come is Miles & Juliette, the forthcoming feature film starring Damson Idris as Miles Davis and Anamaria Vartolomei as Juliette Gréco, directed by Bill Pohlad and produced by Mick Jagger and Victoria Pearman, with the Miles Davis Estate executive producing. Throughout 2026, the centennial has also inspired collaborations with Off-White, Breitling, Lexus and Amazon Music, while Davis’ life and legacy have been celebrated by The New York Times, Los Angeles Times, Rolling Stone, Vanity Fair, GQ, Track Star and more. The year has also brought new archival releases from Sony/Legacy, Craft/Concord, Blue Note and Rhino, as well as a new Centennial Edition of Miles: The Autobiography featuring a foreword by Nas. The celebration will continue into 2027, with additional projects and events still to be announced.

The Pasadena and DC events are supported by independent French high-quality streaming and download platform Qobuz, with further collaborations between LHG and Qobuz to be announced.  

[Photo Credit: Don Hunstein / Sony Music Archives]

About Miles Davis

Miles Davis (1926-1991) fundamentally reshaped modern music across five decades of relentless reinvention. From pioneering bebop and cool jazz to defining hard bop, modal improvisation, and electric fusion, Davis treated each genre breakthrough as a starting point rather than a destination. His discography reads like a timeline of jazz's evolution: Birth of the Cool, Kind of Blue (the best-selling jazz album of all time), Sketches of Spain, In a Silent Way, Bitches Brew, and dozens more albums that continue to define both the essence and the outer limits of improvised music.

Davis's genius extended beyond composition and performance. His studio innovations with producer Teo Macero established templates for modern music production. His ensembles functioned as talent accelerators, launching the careers of John Coltrane, Herbie Hancock, Wayne Shorter, Chick Corea, and countless others who would themselves become legends. His influence spans generations: he remains one of the most sampled artists in hip-hop, with his recordings serving as foundations for Kendrick Lamar, Madlib, and A Tribe Called Quest.     

His accolades include eight Grammy Awards, a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award, eleven recordings in the Grammy Hall of Fame, induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, stars on both the Hollywood and St. Louis Walks of Fame, and a Congressional resolution honoring Kind of Blue's 50th anniversary in 2009.

Beyond music, Davis established himself as a style icon (#1 on GQ's Most Stylish Musicians of All Time), visual artist (paintings exhibited across four continents), and symbol of artistic independence. 

About The Langham Huntington, Pasadena, Los Angeles

A California icon since 1914, The Langham Huntington, Pasadena sits on 17 lush acres of gardens on a graceful knoll overlooking the San Gabriel Valley. The property features 379 beautifully-reimagined guestrooms including 36 suites, and eight cottages, along with two sparkling swimming pools, a private tennis court, four restaurants, and the signature Tap Room Bar, popular for its live weekly jazz. The award-winning Chuan Spa offers treatments inspired by Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and cutting-edge skincare technology, accompanied by daily wellness classes and exclusive monthly events. In 2026, the hotel unveiled newly-enhanced landscaping across all 17 acres, where a rose garden, sculptural succulent garden, serene Japanese Garden and other thoughtfully transformed spaces create an enchanting new expression of the resort’s enduring natural beauty.

About Langham Hospitality Group

A wholly owned subsidiary of Great Eagle Holdings Limited, Langham Hospitality Group (LHG) is a global hotels, resorts and residences operator with a family of distinctive brands that include The Langham Hotels and Resorts, Cordis Hotels and Resorts, Eaton and Ying’nFlo. With over 40 hotels, resorts and residences in operation or development, LHG has an international footprint that extends across Asia, Europe, North America, Australasia and the Middle East. The group takes its name from The Langham, London, Europe's first Grand Hotel which for 160 years has been the pinnacle of sophisticated hospitality. The property’s philosophies are reflected Group-wide through inspiring design, cutting-edge innovation, sincere service and an unwavering commitment to building great memories. For more information, visit LanghamHospitalityGroup.com.

About Eaton DC

Eaton DC is Eaton Workshop’s flagship location in downtown Washington DC. It is inspired by the historic movements that made the world a better place, from the suffragettes to the Women's March to today’s climate change movement. Our design, which references the history of the building as a bus terminal and printing press, evokes the nostalgia of an analog era while presenting a green and culture-filled sanctuary on K Street. A custom-designed sculpture acknowledges the indigenous land Eaton DC is built on, while the naming of its rooms honors Black histories of DC. Eaton DC offers a cinema, radio station, library, holistic wellness center, members' workspace, music venue, rooftop bar, literary bar, exhibition space, a creator’s room, event spaces, restaurant, and coffee shop. Eaton DC is the ultimate cultural hub for kindred spirits, locals, and travelers alike, to convene, collaborate, and create. the hotel is environmentally responsible as well. Eaton DC is LEED Gold certified, eco-friendly, and powered by 100% renewable energy. More information and updates can be found at www.eatonworkshop.com/en-us/washington-dc/ or via @Eaton.DC 

About Park Avenue Artists

Park Avenue Artists is a company of wide-ranging individuals, tastes, and artistic pursuits. From managing GRAMMY® and Emmy award-winning artists including Joshua Bell and Time for Three, creating virtual instrument software, and producing symphonic concerts for internationally-renowned artists ranging from Zedd to Miles Davis to Whitney Houston, PAA extends the fields of artist management, intellectual property, and production beyond their traditional scope. For more information on Park Avenue Artists, visit www.parkavenueartists.com. 

About Qobuz

Founded in 2007 and a pioneer of high-quality sound, Qobuz is the French music streaming and download platform for those who want to live and share their passion for music. Available in 26 countries across Europe, the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Latin America, and Japan, Qobuz is aimed at all those seeking an authentic and fulfilling musical experience.

With more than 100 million tracks in lossless quality – CD, Hi-Res (24-bit/up to 192 kHz), DXD, and DSD – Qobuz offers the richest Hi-Res catalog on the market, recognized by the world’s leading hi-fi brands. It stands out for its commitment to preserving original recordings, in addition to its human touch with unique editorial content, expertly curated playlists, liner notes, and more.

In March 2025, Qobuz became the first streaming platform to have its average payout rate per stream officially validated by an independent audit, confirming a rate of US$0.01873 – officially the highest in the industry. The platform peaked at #4 on the iOS App Store in 2025 and more than doubled its new user base. Qobuz is licensed for Hi-Res audio by the Japan Audio Society (JAS).

For more information, visit qobuz.com.

Announcement Follows Star-Studded Saints Halftime Performance Celebrating the 20th Anniversary of New Orleans' Historic Return to the Superdome, Watch Here

Tickets On Sale Friday, October 16 at 10 AM Local Time

October 13, 2026 – Fresh off a monumental hometown performance celebrating one of the most defining moments in New Orleans history, Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue announce their 2027 Shorty Gras Tour, bringing the unmistakable sound and celebratory spirit of New Orleans to stages across the country next February. The 12-date run kicks off February 12 in Lincoln, NE, making its way through the Midwest and South with stops in Kansas City, Detroit, St. Louis and more before wrapping February 27 in Memphis, TN. Acclaimed turntablist DJ Logic will join as special guest on select dates.

The announcement comes on the heels of an unforgettable performance at the Caesars Superdome on October 5 for Monday Night Football broadcasted live on ESPN, where Trombone Shorty led a star-studded halftime celebration commemorating the 20th anniversary of the New Orleans Saints' historic return to the stadium following Hurricane Katrina. Joined by his powerhouse band Orleans Avenue alongside special guests Eric Church, Kirk Franklin, Juvenile, Cyril Neville and Ivan Neville, Shorty helped honor a moment that transcended football, when the Saints' 2006 homecoming became a powerful symbol of New Orleans' resilience and rebirth. The nationally televised performance brought the city's musical heritage to the forefront, uniting generations of hometown talent in a celebration of the culture that continues to define New Orleans.

Watch Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue's Saints Halftime Performance

For Trombone Shorty, born Troy Andrews and raised in New Orleans' historic Tremé neighborhood, the city's musical traditions have shaped a career that has taken him from neighborhood second-line parades to international stages. Now one of New Orleans' most recognizable musical ambassadors, Shorty continues to carry that legacy forward through Shorty Gras, bringing the infectious energy of Mardi Gras to audiences far beyond Louisiana. Backed by his powerhouse band Orleans Avenue, Shorty transforms that hometown spirit into a high-octane live experience where brass-fueled funk meets soulful grooves and jazz improvisation. The result is less a traditional concert than a full-fledged New Orleans street party, capturing the communal joy and spontaneity that have defined the city's music for generations.

A GRAMMY-winning musician and dynamic bandleader, Trombone Shorty has become a singular force in contemporary music, bridging the rich traditions of New Orleans with a genre-defying approach that continues to resonate with audiences worldwide. Whether commanding the stage at the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival, collaborating with some of music's most celebrated names or bringing his hometown's sound to national television, Shorty remains deeply connected to the community that raised him. With the 2027 Shorty Gras Tour, he once again invites audiences across the country to experience the exuberance of New Orleans firsthand.

Artist presale tickets begin Wednesday, October 14 at 10 AM local time, followed by local presales on Thursday, October 15 at 10 AM local time. Tickets go on sale to the general public Friday, October 16 at 10 AM local time. For tickets and additional information, visit https://www.tromboneshorty.com/tour 

TROMBONE SHORTY & ORLEANS AVENUE – SHORTY GRAS TOUR 2027

DJ Logic joins as special guest on select dates.

February 12 – Lincoln, NE – Lied Center for Performing Arts

February 13 – Prior Lake, MN – Mystic Lake Casino Hotel *

February 15 – Des Moines, IA – Hoyt Sherman Place *

February 16 – Kansas City, MO – Uptown Theater *

February 18 – St. Louis, MO – The Pageant *

February 19 – Detroit, MI – The Fillmore Detroit 

February 20 – New Albany, OH – Jeanne B. McCoy Center for the Arts

February 21 – Cincinnati, OH – Hard Rock Casino Cincinnati *

February 23 – Huntington, WV – Joan C. Edwards Performing Arts Center 

February 24 – Knoxville, TN – Tennessee Theatre *

February 26 – Newberry, SC – Newberry Opera House

February 27 – Memphis, TN – Satellite Music Hall *

* With support from DJ Logic

A Not So Sacred Guide To All Things Native America

Already In Its Third Printing Since October 6th

2026 Book Tour With Special Guests

Published by Andrews McMeel Publishing and distributed by Simon & Schuster

“irreverent and bighearted” and “comedic catharsis for Native readers and a funny, accessible education for others” - Seattle Times

“a refreshing, satirical take on Native history that doesn’t shy away from the absurdities and contradictions, offering a laugh-out-loud perspective that’s as enlightening as it is entertaining.”

- Dr. Anton Treuer (Ojibwe) Author of Everything You Wanted to Know about Indians but Were Afraid to Ask and Where Wolves Don’t Die

Tuesday, October 13 - Peabody and 2x Emmy Award-nominated comedian, writer, director, producer, Joey Clift takes you on a hilarious journey to discover the largest population you don't know, in his sharp debut We’ve Been Here The Whole Time! A Not so Sacred Guide to all Things Native America. As an enrolled member of the Cowlitz Indian Tribe, and comedian, Joey teaches readers Native American history, culture and notable people that they don't teach in schools. Now on tour around the country, Joey’s live events are full of fascinating talks with special guests, readings from the new book and more. Dates and tickets here.

This giftable, conversation-starting book is perfect for history buffs, teachers, and comedy lovers of Smartypants, The Daily Show, The Onion, and Reservation Dogs. Funny, fearless, and deeply informative, Joey Clift’s debut reminds readers that Native people aren’t just part of history, they’ve been here the whole time. Illustrations are by Julie Fiveash and foreword by Shane Hawk, writer and co-editor of Never Whistle at Night: An Indigenous Dark Fiction Anthology! (USA Today Bestseller). Since its debut on October 6, the new educational satire has surged into a third printing. Now available online and in bookstores everywhere.

According to a recent research study, 87% of United States schools don't teach Native history past 1900. Joey uses comedy to fill that knowledge gap and make getting an education about Native people and culture a little more accessible. Put away the construction paper, this contraband book is here to teach you everything your high school refused to teach about Native American history, people, and culture. From misunderstood figures like Pocahontas, to sports mascots, to the Land Back movement, to how cool Lily Gladstone is, this hilarious NDN-approved guide is the first of its kind, illustrated in an irreverent, textbook-meets-notebook style by Diné artist Julie Fiveash. Share with your loved ones and transform your boring Thanksgiving into a big “You’re Welcome” dance party.

After kicking off in Joey’s home city of Los Angeles with a sold out show at The Elysian and talk with comedian Aly Beardsley at Vroman’s Bookstore, you can catch Joey Clift on tour this fall across the country!

2026 BOOK TOUR DATES

Oct 14 - Yakima Valley College, Grandview Campus - Yakima, Washington

Oct 14 - Yakima Valley College, Main Campus - Yakima, Washington

Oct 15 - Live Wire Radio with Chuck Klosterman - Portland, Oregon 

Oct 16 - Washington State University, Vancouver Campus - Vancouver, Washington

Oct 16 -  Literary Arts with 1876 - Portland, Oregon

Oct 21 - Literati Bookstore with Lillian Li - Ann Arbor, Michigan

Oct 22 - Magic City Books with Colleen Thurston + comedy show - Tulsa, Oklahoma

Oct 23 - Green Feather Book Company with Angela Startz - Norman, Oklahoma

Nov 1 - Politics & Prose with Caty Borum - Washington, D.C.

Nov 2 - Greenlight Bookstore with Negin Farsad - New York, New York

Nov 4 - Brookline Booksmith with Vanessa Lillie - Boston, Massachusetts

Nov 7 - Ilani - Ridgefield, Washington

Nov 9 - Elliott Bay Book Company - Seattle, Washington

Nov 10 - University of Illinois with Dr. Stephanie Fryberg - Chicago, Illinois

Nov 11 - BookPeople with Maxochitl Cortez - Austin, Texas

Nov 13 - The City Club of Cleveland with Cynthia Connolly - Cleveland, Ohio

Nov 14 - Tattered Cover, Aspen Grove with Joshua Emerson - Denver, Colorado

Nov 17 - Green Apple Books, 9th Avenue - San Francisco, California

Nov 21 - IndigeNash - Nashville, Tennessee

Nov 23 - Magers & Quinn Booksellers with Chef Sean Sherman - Minneapolis, Minnesota

TICKETS & MORE HERE

Joey Clift’s Emmy-nominated animated comedy short film “Pow!” has drawn fans from Mark Ruffalo to NPR. The story follows a Native American kid scrambling to charge his dying video game console at a bustling intertribal powwow. Created by a largely Indigenous team, the short is a love letter to Joey’s time growing up on the Tulalip reservation of Washington State. In addition to his shorts and Webby Award-winning Comedy Central digital series Gone Native, Joey Clift has written for TV shows such as Spirit Rangers (Netflix), Molly of Denali (PBS), Lego Ninjago: Decoded (Cartoon Network), Smartypants and Toonout (Dropout), as well as Paw Patrol and Rubble & Crew for Nickelodeon.

Online he’s shared tons of timely, insightful notes on the Native experience like “8 of the Biggest Misconceptions People Have About Native Americans” (Business Insider), the implications of people pretending to be Native for NPR's Code Switchand “How to Cope with Your Team Changing Its Native American Mascot” on Comedy Central. Joey’s work has been featured in The Washington Post, Pitchfork, NPR, Dead Meat, Dropout and Comedy Central.

ABOUT JOEY CLIFT

Joey Clift is a Los Angeles-based, Peabody and Emmy-nominated comedian, TV writer, director and enrolled member of the Cowlitz Indian Tribe. Joey attended college to become a local TV weather person because he didn’t see any Native American comedians on television as a kid, and that made him believe he wasn’t allowed to work in comedy. He has since proven otherwise, writing for critically acclaimed TV series like Spirit Rangers on Netflix, Molly of Denali on PBS, Smartypants on Dropout and Paw Patrol on Nickelodeon. Joey created Gone Native, a Webby-winning Comedy Central Digital series and his short films have screened everywhere from Just for Laughs to the Smithsonian Museum.

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For more information please contact Shore Fire Media

Rebecca Shapiro MC Miskell, Anna Billy: JoeyCliftPR@shorefire.com

Tuesday, October 13 – Platinum-selling recording artist Kate Nash releases unflinching and powerful second single & music video “Freedom Of Me” from her recently announced album Cailín, out on January 22, 2027 via iconic label Kill Rock Stars. Cailínis available now to pre-order here.

“Freedom Of Me” finds an emboldened Kate playing the tin whistle on this vital, punk track that tackles the flagrant abuse of the term "freedom of speech.”

Speaking on the single Nash says: “I’ve noticed the globalisation of this American approach to, and obsession with, freedom of speech on social media. We think of George Orwell’s 1984 when it comes to controlling what we can or cannot say, and it makes us feel like freedom of speech is incredibly important. But is it? I don’t really think it is, and I think America is selling a lie. The far right are very concerned with and protective of freedom of speech. I’m obviously someone who speaks out about what she thinks. But in the UK, our speech is governed by national legislation, including the Public Order Act 1986, the Racial and Religious Hatred Act 2006, the Online Safety Act 2023, and the Hate Crime and Public Order (Scotland) Act 2021. Rightly so, in my opinion. I would argue that my right to exist free from rape and violence, with access to healthcare without political debate, is far more important than freedom of speech. The same goes for a trans person. My right to protest is fundamental. The song is also a reflection on how the media treats women in rape cases. I wrote it right after watching Dispatches’ ‘Russell Brand: In Plain Sight’ and watching the commentary online. It’s quite difficult as a woman to listen to the derogatory and casual things people say, and to watch the way women are dissected: the mistrust, the anger, the jokes, then the boredom. I listened to the radio the next morning and heard people who worked for these massive TV corporations feigning shock. I thought, ‘How could you be shocked?’ It made me angry that we pretend this isn’t normal. I was also listening to the Covid inquiry into the Conservative Party at that time. Men in positions of power who literally run the country saying things like ‘dodging stilettos from that cunt’ really stuck with me. It’s not lost on me that this song is dropping the week Russell Brand is on trial and we are reading about the Cornell 7. The terrible thing about this song is how it will always be relevant.”

WATCH HERE

The accompanying video is unflinching. Kate, wearing Rion Hannora, stares down the viewer in a way reminiscent of Marina Abramović's The Artist Is Present, challenging those watching to look away and deny what is happening around them. It was made with Irish filmmaker Tom Beard, with whom she has collaborated on all the videos for the new album, each filmed in Dublin in black-and-white infrared. 

Kate adds: “For the video for ‘Freedom Of Me’ I had this idea of wearing a medieval torture device called the Heretic's Fork. They would be placed between the breastbone and under the chin so you could not sleep or speak. It was supposedly used during the Spanish Inquisition to punish and extract confessions from those accused of heresy, the method was not meant to kill, but to injure & push the victim to the brink of madness, which feels suitable for the subject matter. I worked with Tom Beard again and he had this super simple idea for shooting it lip sync to camera. The first take wasn't really working so we had to make the device more uncomfortable for me to wear, it was genuinely quite freaky as my neck was stretched so far back. It just kinda had to be uncomfortable to make sense. I can barely get the words out because it was obstructing my tongue, again it all feels relevant. It's kind of Frankensteinish and then weird body horror until it zooms out and you see my tits and then it's weirdly sexual. Again all quite fitting.”

“Freedom Of Me” follows on from the first single "Spilt Milk" (“to defy the ways women are silenced, Nash pointedly, bluntly gets loud” - New York Times) which takes a sideways look at reproductive rights that are being eroded for women and minority groups. "Spilt Milk," like a lot of Kate's music, and all of it on her new album, does not shy away from important yet difficult subjects.

Eleven years in the making, Kate Nash’s sixth studio album Cailín was produced by KoOoLkOjAk and recorded on the West Coast of Ireland at Stiúideo Cuan, under the watchful eye of pioneering trad musician Charlie Lennon. Cailín is a raw, raucous album combining traditional Irish sounds with punk energy, nods to hip hop production and Nash’s knack for a killer hook. 

Nash holds dual nationality, with her mother born in Dublin, and grew up in an Irish community in North Harrow. When visiting her mother's "loving, vibrant Irish family" in Ireland every summer, she found that music infused the fabric of life in a way that felt natural and instinctive. Marrying punk protest songs with a joyful celebration of trad music, Cailín explores themes of family, forgiveness, love, colonialism, inequality, religion, and internalised shame, drawing on the rich texture of Irish folklore and mythology.

The record captures the spontaneous, collaborative spirit of impromptu pub performances, and Nash’s clear enthusiasm for live music is evident. From Uilleann pipes to claps and flutes, Nash’s Irish heritage shines through. Contributors including Niamh Dunne, Lottie Cullen, Aimée Farrell Courtney and Biird’s Lisa Canny play fiddles, flutes, the bodhrán, harp & banjo and Nash herself plays the tin whistle – the first instrument she learnt. “God bless my parents for putting up with it”, she says.  

On Cailín, Kate takes aim at the rising whirl of malevolence we're seeing around us. In the tradition of Sinéad O'Connor, Shirley Manson and Siouxsie Sioux, she goes where others might shy away. She is an artist for all time.

Nash just announced her North American headline tour, kicking off on November 3 in Somerville, MA and runs through November 16 in San Diego, CA, with additional stops in New York, Chicago, Los Angeles, Toronto and more - full tour dates here.

2026 North American Tour Dates

Tuesday, November 3: Somerville, MA @ Arts at the Armory

Wednesday, November 4: Philadelphia, PA @ The Lounge at World Cafe Live

Friday, November 6: New York, NY @ Joe’s Pub

Saturday, November 7: Washington, DC @ The Hamilton Live

Monday, November 9: Toronto, ON @ Paradise Theatre

Tuesday, November 10: Detroit, MI @ The Loving Touch

Wednesday, November 11: Chicago, IL @ Martyrs’

Thursday, November 12: Santa Ana, CA @ Constellation Room

Saturday, November 14: Los Angeles, CA @ Sid the Cat Auditorium

Sunday, November 15: San Francisco, CA @ Great American Hall

Monday, November 16: San Diego, CA @ Music Box

Full Track List for ‘Cailín’

1. I Guess I Never Learnt A Thing
2. Cailín
3. Freedom of Me
4. Famine 
5. Spilt Milk 
6. Wild Atlantic Way 
7. Crying 
8. Irish Saints 
9. Póg Mo Thóin 
10. Lady Gregory 
11. Pay Up
12. Christmas Eve

ABOUT KATE NASH:

BRIT Award-winning singer, songwriter, actor and activist Kate Nash has achieved a lot in her twenty year career so far, from finding huge commercial success in 2007’s hit “Foundations,” reaching number 1 in the UK, touring the world as an independent punk artist, writing & performing in the musical Only Gold in New York and starring in HBO’s hit wrestling drama, GLOW. Her powerful trans ally anthem “GERM” was released in 2025, and saw Kate enter the Billboard Charts in the US and make headlines around the world. “GERM” was the latest release on legendary label Kill Rock Stars, following Kate’s fifth album 9 Sad Symphonies in 2024. In August 2026 at the Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann in Belfast she debuted new material from her forthcoming new record, a raw, raucous album combining traditional Irish sounds with punk energy, hip-hop production and Nash’s knack for a killer hook.

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‘Jamie MacDonald (The Deluxe Album)’ out October 16 via Capitol CMG. Pre-order here:

jamiemacdonald.lnk.to/TheDeluxeAlbumPR

Watch her Dove Awards performance of 12-week No. 1 song “Left It In The River,” here:

Chart-topping Capitol CMG artist Jamie MacDonald was named New Artist of the Yearat the 57th Annual GMA Dove Awards, which aired Friday, October 9 via TBN and the TBN+ App. The win adds another major milestone to her breakthrough year following the release of her self-titled debut album (1.23). MacDonald also delivered one of the evening’s most unforgettable moments, closing out the show with a jaw-dropping performance of her 12-week No. 1 song “Left It In The River,” complete with confetti cannons and a standing ovation.

"I’ve spent so much of my life dreaming of the day I’d be able to share my testimony through music," says MacDonald. "I wasn’t sure I’d ever find the courage to actually do this, but it was Christian and gospel music that helped me find my identity and shatter the many lies I believed about myself. Thank you to all the incredible artists and teams who made sure that music found me. It’s truly what carried me to this moment where I now get to do the same for others."

Watch MacDonald’s show-stopping “Left It In The River” performance, here: 

youtube.com/watch?v=5lm0v_LJ7W4 

In addition to New Artist of the Year, MacDonald received nominations for Pop/Contemporary Album of the Year (Jamie MacDonald), Song of the Year (“Left It In The River”), and Pop/Contemporary Recorded Song of the Year (“Left It In The River”).

New song “Shaky Ground” out now.