Toby Amies & Tony Levin On The New King Crimson Rock-Doc & More - "Paltrocast" Exclusive
Per the provided description of In The Court Of The Crimson King: King Crimson At 50, now out worldwide via video-on-demand outlets via MonoDuo Films: "What began as a straightforward documentary about the cult rock band King Crimson as it turned 50, mutated into an exploration of time, death, family, and the transcendent power of music to change lives. But with jokes."
Read full storyQ&A With "Immediate Family" Rock Documentary Stars & Director - "Paltrocast" Exclusive
Directed by Denny Tedesco (The Wrecking Crew), Immediate Familytracks the rise and collaborations of a group of legendary session musicians Danny Kortchmar, Leland Sklar, Russ Kunkel, and Waddy Wachtel through the 1970s and onward, chronicling their illustrious partnerships and their formidable record of hit-making. Tedesco's acclaimed documentary The Wrecking Crew followed the first wave of studio musicians in the 1960s, the film reveals the machinery behind the booming era of the singer-songwriter, when the talents of these four musicians were in furious demand. The foundations of their enduring friendship, formed on the road and in studios, is recalled with dynamite clarity.
Read full storyTania Raymonde & David Keith On The New Film "Walden" & More - "Paltrocast" Exclusive
Last month, Uncork'd Entertainment released the horror, thriller feature film Walden to select theaters. On December 12, 2023, Walden will be released to on-demand and digital outlets.
Read full storyNatalia Cordova-Buckley & Ryan Kwanten On "The Portrait" & More - "Paltrocast" Exclusive
In the new film The Portrait -- now out to demand and on-demand outlets via Saban Films -- in the wake of her husband's devastating accident, a devoted wife becomes consumed by a mysterious portrait that resembles him in his happier days. However, as her obsession intensifies, the painting starts to unleash terror upon her life, leading her to question whether it is possessed by a malevolent force or if she is losing her sanity. Caught between the haunting unknown and her own fears, she must confront her deepest fears and unravel the unsettling truth before it is too late.
Read full storyDamien LeVeck & Connor Paolo On "A Creature Was Stirring" & More - "Paltrocast" Exclusive
In the new film A Creature Was Stirring -- in theaters on December 8, 2023 and due out to video-on-demand outlets on December 12, 2023 via Well Go USA Entertainment -- Faith (played by Chrissy Metz) keeps her troubled teenage daughter (played by Annalise Basso) on a tightly-controlled regimen of experimental drugs, their only means of fending off a mysterious, terrifying affliction. But after two burglars (played by Scout Taylor-Compton and Connor Paolo) attempt to rob the home on Christmas, they stumble upon a long-kept family secret -- with monstrous consequences.
Read full storyA Look Back At My 2016 Interview With Bryan Adams - "Paltrocast" Exclusive
The following interview was published by Downtown Magazine NYC in 2016. Adams was then touring in support of 2015's Get Up album, and has since released 2019's Shine A Light, 2022's So Happy It Hurts and the 2013 single "What If There Were No Sides At All." His latest release is the Live at The Royal Albert Hall box set, as due out this week via BMG. Below is slightly-updated copy, as followed by our email-based Q&A.
Read full storyA Look Back At My Inspiring 2016 Interview With TV Legend Norman Lear - "Paltrocast" Exclusive
Simply put, Norman Lear is in rarified air within the television world. He began as a comedy writer in the 1950s, writing sketches for both Martin & Lewis and Rowan & Martin. Norman created his first network series in 1959, The Deputy, as starring Henry Fonda. He really hit his stride in the early 1970s, writing, producing and/or creating All In The Family, Sanford & Son, Maude, Good Times, and The Jeffersons. In turn, his accolades include four Emmy Awards, a Peabody Award, a National Medal of Arts, and induction into the first class of the Television Academy Hall Of Fame.
Read full storyBeth Dover On "Helen's Dead," Taylor Swift, New Projects & More - "Paltrocast" Exclusive
The new film Helen’s Dead -- now out, thanks to the Screen Media team -- follows the story of Addie (played by Dylan Gelula). After a terrible breakup with her boyfriend, Addie goes to confront her best friend about cheating allegations and accidentally steps into a murder scene. The film was directed by K. Asher Levin, written by Amy Brown Carver, and also stars Emile Hirsch, Tyrese Gibson, Oliver Cooper, Annabelle Dexter-Jones, Brian Huskey and Beth Dover.
Read full storyRhino On IMPACT Wrestling's "Hard To Kill," Boats, Beach Boys, Music & More - "Paltrocast" Exclusive
Since its inception in 2002, IMPACT Wrestling has established itself as one of the largest professional wrestling organizations in the world and the premier destination for wrestling fans across the globe, enlisting legendary performers such as Ric Flair, Sting, Kurt Angle, Kevin Nash and AJ Styles — and many more — throughout its storied legacy. IMPACT’s current roster showcases a selection of world-class athletes led by World Champion Alex Shelley, World Tag Team Champions ABC (Chris BeyandAce Austin), Knockouts World Champion Trinity, Knockouts World Tag Team Champions MK Ultra (Masha Slamovich and Killer Kelly), X Division Champion Chris Sabin and Digital Media Champion Tommy Dreamer.
Read full storyStephen Schwartz On "Prince Of Egypt: The Musical," Long Island & More - "Paltrocast" Exclusive
Legendary, award-winning composer Stephen Schwartz wrote the music and lyrics for the current Broadway hit Wicked, and has also contributed music and/or lyrics to Godspell, Pippin, The Magic Show, The Baker’s Wife, Working (which he also adapted and directed), Rags, and Children Of Eden. He collaborated with Leonard Bernstein on the English texts for Bernstein’s MASS and wrote the title song for the play and movie Butterflies Are Free. Schwartz has also worked in film, collaborating with Alan Menken on the songs for Disney’s Enchanted as well as the animated features Pocahontas and The Hunchback Of Notre Dame, beyond writing the songs for the DreamWorks animated feature The Prince Of Egypt. Schwartz has been inducted into the Theatre Hall Of Fame and the Songwriters Hall Of Fame, has been given a star on the Hollywood Walk Of Fam, and has received three Academy Awards and four Grammy Awards.
Read full storyWilliam Brent Bell On New Film "Lord Of Misrule," Van Halen & More - "Paltrocast" Exclusive
Later this week on December 8, 2023, Magnet Releasing will release the horror film Lord Of Misrule to theaters and on-demand outlets. Lord Of Misrule was notably directed by William Brent Bell (The Boy, Orphan: First Kill, Stay Alive, The Devil Inside, Brahms: The Boy II) and written by Tom de Ville (The Quiet Ones, “Urban Gothic”). The film stars Tuppence Middleton (The Imitation Game,Sense8), Ralph Ineson (The Witch, The Creator), Matt Stokoe (Rose,Jamestown), and Evie Templeton (Life After Life).
Read full storyKyle Gordon On His New Album For BMG, "The Simpsons," Music & More - "Paltrocast" Exclusive
A renowned New York-based comedian, actor, writer, musician and improviser, Kyle Gordon's work has been featured via Comedy Central, Adult Swim, Fast Company, Insider, Buzzfeed, Sports Illustrated and Time Out New York alike. He has also been a featured performer at the New York Comedy Festival, Red Clay Comedy Festival, Boston Comedy Arts Festival, New York Comic-Con and San Francisco Sketchfest. Gordon is currently on tour -- playing packed gigs over the past few days in Brooklyn and New Jersey -- in support of his upcoming album, KyleGordonIs Great, as due out on March 1, 2024 via BMG.
Read full storyAngela C. Santomero On New Book "Life Clues," TV Projects & More - "Paltrocast" Exclusive
Described by Joanne Rogers as “a modern day Fred Rogers,” Angela C. Santomero is the co-creator of Blue’s Clues and the creator of the Super Why!, Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood, Hello Jack! The Kindness Show, Creative Galaxy, and Wishenproof. Her work has been cited in numerous publications including Malcolm Gladwell’s bestseller The Tipping Point.
Read full storyDecember 2023 "Paltrobox" Discoveries & Holiday Gift Ideas - "Paltrocast" Exclusive
Everyone needs to stay nourished and healthy, and there is no shortage of exciting food, drink, health or lifestyle offerings to order online. So if you are searching for new food, drink, health and/or lifestyle-related discoveries, you have come tod the right place. Here are a round-up of items you can order online, as received in November 2023, with direct product-related links included below and videos showing what these items look like when unboxed in live-time on my dinner table by Melissa Paltrowitz. Previous Paltrobox roundup videos can be viewed via YouTube, Instagram and TikTok.
Read full storyA "Paltrocast" Look At KISS' History-Making PPV.com Broadcast Live From Madison Square Garden
If news reports prove true, December 2, 2023 marks "the end of the road" for KISS, as the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame inducted band is set to play its final concert tonight in New York City. Arguably one of rock's most influential bands, KISS has released 44 albums and sold more than 100 million albums worldwide, reportedly making the quartet -- currently comprised of singer/bassist Gene Simmons, singer/guitarist Paul Stanley, lead guitarist Tommy Thayer and drummer/vocalist Eric Singer -- America's #1 Gold Record Award-winning group of all time.
Read full storyQ&A: "Power Book III: Raising Kanan" Stars & Showrunner On S3 & More - "Paltrocast" Exclusive
Power Book III: Raising Kanan is the second series in the expanded PowerUniverse franchise. Sascha Penn serves as showrunner and executive producer for season three, which premieres today on STARZ. The PowerUniverse series is executive produced by the creator and showrunner of the original Power, Courtney A. Kemp (through her production company End Of Episode), Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson (through G-Unit Film & Television), and Mark Canton (through Atmosphere Entertainment MM). Chris Selak, Kevin Fox, Santa Sierra and Tash Grey also serve as executive producers, while Lionsgate Television produces the series for STARZ.
Read full storyWes Cage On "The Wolf," MMA, New Film Projects, Blasko & More - "Paltrocast" Exclusive
Solo rock artist Wes Cage recently released the single “The Wolf” via Pavement Entertainment. Co-written with Keith Wallen from Breaking Benjamin, Cage breathes fresh life into the rock scene with a memorable, meaningful song for listeners everywhere. To further illustrate his vision, Cage released an official music video for “The Wolf," as produced by Glitter and Gold Media and filmed at Le Grand Restaurant in Los Angeles, California. The video shows Cage contending with darkness while searching for the light.
Read full storyGia Miller On IMPACT Wrestling's "Hard To Kill," Wrestler Houses & More - "Paltrocast" Exclusive
Since its inception in 2002, IMPACT Wrestling has established itself as one of the largest professional wrestling organizations in the world and the premier destination for wrestling fans across the globe, enlisting legendary performers such as Ric Flair, Sting, Kurt Angle, Kevin Nash and AJ Styles — and many more — throughout its storied legacy. IMPACT’s current roster showcases a selection of world-class athletes led by World Champion Alex Shelley, World Tag Team Champions ABC (Chris BeyandAce Austin), Knockouts World Champion Trinity, Knockouts World Tag Team Champions MK Ultra (Masha Slamovich and Killer Kelly), X Division Champion Chris Sabin and Digital Media Champion Tommy Dreamer.
Read full storyMickey Thomas On "A Classic Christmas," Starship & Corey Feldman - "Paltrocast" Exclusive
Mickey Thomas is the owner of the soaring voice that propelled Starship through the decade of the 1980’s. Prior to joining up with Starship, Thomas had made his mark in the late 1970s as lead vocalist on the mega-hit “Fooled Around And Fell In Love” with The Elvin Bishop Band. In 1979, Mickey joined Jefferson Starship as its lead vocalist -- after the departure of Grace Slick and Marty Balin -- and recorded a string of hits, including “Jane," “No Way Out," “Find Your Way Back," “Stranger" and “Layin’ It on the Line." As the story goes, Jefferson Starship was renamed Starship in 1985 and went on to record three #1 hit songs, including “We Built This City”, “Sara”, and “Nothing’s Gonna Stop Us Now." Meanwhile, Starship's track “It’s Not Over ‘Til It’s Over” became Major League Baseball’s theme in 1987.
Read full storyGisele Shaw On IMPACT's "Final Resolution," Gail Kim, TNA & More - "Paltrocast" Exclusive
Since its inception in 2002, IMPACT Wrestling has established itself as one of the largest professional wrestling organizations in the world and the premier destination for wrestling fans across the globe, enlisting legendary performers such as Ric Flair, Sting, Kurt Angle, Kevin Nash and AJ Styles — and many more — throughout its storied legacy. IMPACT’s current roster showcases a selection of world-class athletes led by World Champion Alex Shelley, World Tag Team Champions ABC (Chris BeyandAce Austin), Knockouts World Champion Trinity, Knockouts World Tag Team Champions MK Ultra (Masha Slamovich and Killer Kelly), X Division Champion Chris Sabin and Digital Media Champion Tommy Dreamer.
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