From an early age, it was clear that Callan McClurg had a natural passion and talent for the microphone. He recalls that as a kid he would practice announcing his brother’s little league games, and even the games in which he himself was playing. “I’d get yelled at by mom and dad and my coach, […]
Taking place June 22nd 2016, The NAMM, or National Association of Musical Merchants, is the largest trade-only music industry convention in the United States. This massive show attracts thousands of music industry professionals, heavy-hitters, musicians, and product suppliers from all around the world. One of the largest trade shows of its kind on the planet, […]
The Palm Springs International Shortfest is a film festival with a very specific bent. It’s focused exclusively on short narratives. Yes, that’s right. Short films only. While most festivals have a dedicated section that highlights and spotlights short films, Shortfest is the complete opposite. Just as the name would imply, The Palm Springs International Shortfest […]
Electric Daisy Carnival is one of the largest electronic dance music festivals in the world. Heralded as the biggest and most elaborate EDM festival in the world, this traveling circus-style festival moves from city to city. This year, the most highly attended and frequently sold out EDC is appearing in New York, Las Vegas, and […]
When push came to shove, Rob Chiola of Orlando, Florida, enrolled in the Film Connection’s on-the-job apprenticeship program because he couldn’t afford the tuition at Full Sail. Imagine his amazement when a few months later, he actually found himself teaching Full Sail students how to use their gear! “[My mentor’s] studio is like 15 minutes […]
Do you seriously lust over great gear? Are you in the market for the latest and greatest? Or are you looking to connect with more of the Los Angeles-based pros in the industry? Looking to jump on a project or two, maybe meet some homegrown talent that’s ready to go big? Get thyself to the […]
The summer is here and so Summer Blockbuster Movie Season! The studios have put some hefty marketing dollars to work trying to deduce what will bring people out in droves and so far, it’s working. Captain America: Civil War just made $353 million at the box office and more than 1 billion globally (see film figures). That […]
The Spoleto Festival is probably not on your radar but it should be. For nearly 40 years in a row the festival has been spotlighting the very best in dance, theatre, opera, choral, and jazz music. Located in Charleston, South Carolina, America’s premier performing arts festival takes place over seventeen days with the purpose of […]
photo credit: Panom / Shutterstock.com As of the writing of this post Captain America: Civil War has grossed $957 million globally. It’s an unqualified smash hit. People are singing its praises from the mountain tops. They’re yelling about how amazing the writing, the directing, the acting, and the special effects are. However, no one is […]
Every year KIIS FM holds Wango Tango, a gathering of music celebrities and artists who perform, hold meet-and-greets, and take photos with fans. Each year it’s a virtual who’s who of the industry’s biggest and brightest. Last year Kanye West, Nick Jonas, Lunchmoney Lewis, Natalie La Rose, Tori Kelly, and Echosmith were just a few […]
