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The Independent
a day ago
- Entertainment
- The Independent
Harry and Meghan's wedding singers perform for King at culture festival
The King was entertained by the singers who performed at the Duke and Duchess of Sussex's 2018 wedding as he toured a festival. Charles heard the Kingdom Choir when he arrived at South by SouthWest London (SXSW London), a culture, technology and creativity festival in Shoreditch, east London. The event aims to showcase the future of the creative industries, supporting emerging artists and innovative projects and featuring a number of discussions, exhibitions and networking events. Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner was among the dignitaries who greeted the King, after she had spoken earlier at the festival about sustainable communities, and among the line-up was London Mayor Sir Sadiq Khan. SXSW London has delegates attending from 56 countries including the Commonwealth, with representatives from the UK, Australia, Canada, Cyprus, India, Kenya, New Zealand and Nigeria. Speakers during the six-day festival have included former prime ministers Sir Tony Blair and Lord David Cameron, Sir Sadiq and actor Idris Elba addressing delegates on a range of issues from AI to healthcare and creativity in communities.
ABC News
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- ABC News
Pacific Break 2025 is back!
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Forbes
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Forbes
The North Fork TV Festival Celebrates 10 Years
Supporting independent program development. Building a regional event into a respected festival for the television industry. Fostering a sense of camaraderie in the North Fork, Long Island community. Celebrating 10 years, the North Fork TV Festival has transitioned from a competition for creators to submit their television pilots into a renowned celebration for emerging artists, creators, industry executives, professionals, and film enthusiasts. Slated for Tuesday, June 17 and Tuesday, June 18 at the Sound View Seaside Resort in Greenport, New York, the North Fork TV Festival, per the official descriptor, is a 'creative community that champions bold original work, with a launchpad for diverse storytellers celebrating the art of television.' Specifically, the North Fork TV Festival offers a platform for independent television projects and their creators. It features industry panels, discussions, and networking events. It recognizes and honors individuals who have contributed to the independent television landscape. And, set in Greenport, New York, the festival supports a community that is home to Noah Doyle, who founded the North Fork TV Festival in 2016. 'It was a different time for television when we began. Episodic scripted TV was breaking out. We weren't necessarily talking about what shows we were binging on Netflix or any streaming service. And artists had begun creating independently produced TV pilots,' noted Noah Doyle. 'Once we started a competition for people to submit their television pilots, there were suddenly submissions from around the world, where we selected the honorees in a one-day festival.' 'From there, we spent the next couple of years building the program into a full festival, which prior COVID already housed thousands of attendees. We started giving out awards and honors. And we added panel discussions centered on the television business in a fun and light atmosphere to bring more arts and culture out to North Fork,' he said. "People let their guard down, which is the culture we wanted to create." This year, Christopher Meloni, star of Law & Order: SVU and Law & Order: Organized Crime, will receive the 2025 Canopy Award, which recognizes a career of enduring impact and innovation in television. Earlier, Meloni rose to fame as criminal Chris Keller in the HBO prison drama Oz. Severance star Tramell Tillman will be honored with the Breakout Performance Award, which per the North Folk TV Festival, 'celebrates his performance, which has captivated audiences and defined a moment in television.' Tillman, who was a pre-med student with plans to become an orthopedic surgeon, currently appears in the latest Mission: Impossible theatrical, The Final Reckoning. Other guests at the North Fork TV Festival this year include Veep star and six-time Emmy Award nominee Anna Chlumsky, who rose to early fame at age 11 in the 1991 film My Girl; veteran actor Richard Kind, currently seen on Only Murders in the Building and who boasts an acting resume with over 300 credits; former This Is Us star Susan Kelechi Watson, who recently appeared in Netflix miniseries The Residence; and Jenn Lyon from Netflix limited series Sirens and TNT drama Claws. In addition to a two-day agenda of screenings, panels, networking events is a reimagined Inside the Actors Studio series, which was originally hosted by the late James Lipton and originally aired on Bravo from 1994 to 2018 before briefly airing on Ovation in 2019. 'People gave us feedback that they want to be able to talk to and experience the actors in a more intimate environment, which is why we created this new version of Inside the Actor Studio. This new incarnation will create an intimate, relaxed environment for candid conversations with our roster of talent,' said Doyle. 'The mainstays of the festival have always been the independently produced television pilot competition, which will have three different screenings over the two days. And then, on Tuesday night, this year's Canopy honoree is Christopher Maloni, who has been a mainstay in scripted episodic television for decades.' 'We also started a program called 'Behind the Pitch," where emerging TV writers, directors, and producers can apply to and then take meetings with individuals who work professionally in the TV industry," he said. 'So, there is a great deal packed in those 48 hours."
Associated Press
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Associated Press
Starday Recordings Returns with Rising Artists Caleb Kenner and Tyler Griffith
Starday Recordings Relaunches with Caleb Kenner and Tyler Griffith NASHVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 / / -- Starday Recordings, a label historically known for its contributions to classic country music, is officially relaunching in partnership with AMC Label Group, introducing a refreshed direction focused on modern pop-country and new talent. The relaunch includes the signing of two emerging artists: Caleb Kenner and Tyler Griffith. Starday's return began in December at the Artax/FiJack Nashville Showcase, where Omaha native Caleb Kenner was announced as the label's first signing. His debut singles, 'Back Then' and 'Troubled Kids,' produced by studio collaborators Them Fly Bros (CR Pendleton and Luke Mills), blend a cinematic and heartland-influenced style with contemporary country elements. Earlier this spring, Denver-based Tyler Griffith joined the roster. His debut track, 'Some Things You Can't Replace,' features reflective lyrics paired with an upbeat, groove-driven sound. Griffith's music focuses on personal storytelling and accessible, uplifting themes. Both artists have new releases scheduled for summer 2025. Kenner's next single, 'Kiss With Every Sunset,' is a personal love ballad set to release in June. Griffith follows with 'Summer Time Again,' a track built around seasonal imagery and a relaxed, feel-good tone. 'This is a new chapter for Starday,' said Aaron Plaat, CEO of AMC Label Group. 'Caleb and Tyler represent a generation of artists influenced by modern country but focused on carving out their own approach and sound.' More releases and live performances from both artists are planned in the months ahead, as Starday Records begins a new phase of activity focused on artist development and contemporary country music. Rob Freeman US NEWS REPORT email us here Legal Disclaimer: EIN Presswire provides this news content 'as is' without warranty of any kind. We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the author above.
BBC News
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Bristol Love Saves The Day: Unsigned artists prepare to perform at festival
An unsigned artist has said that being given the opportunity to perform before a headline act at a popular festival is "surreal".Solo Jane is one of four artists who will warm up the crowd for headliners such as Ms Dynamite and Giggs at Love Saves The Day Festival in Bristol on 24 and 25 May."When I got the call I couldn't believe it. It felt surreal," said Sophie Cook, 29, who goes by the name Solo with Ssadcharlie, Sambee and Nat Oaks, the singer secured the opportunity through artist development programme Next Level by BigTeam CIC. Big Team CIC provides opportunities for people from lower socio-economic backgrounds and global majority groups to work in the festival programme also gives upcoming artists living in Bristol the chance to be mentored by renowned musicians and secure performance opportunities across the UK. The four artists performing at this year's Love Saves The Day festival have already played the festival before and been invited back in a better Jane, who works as a vocal coach, will warm up for leading drum and bass artist A Little Sound."I've been manifesting exactly how the performance is going to go," she said, describing it as a "full circle moment". Solo Jane is mentored by Bristol vocalist Eva Lazarus and said it is "really self-gratifying to know that people believe in you". Bristolian rapper Charlie Cop - known as Ssadcharlie - is studying music in London and said they are "over the moon" to have a 15 minute slot before UK rapper Giggs."I spent so much time listening to Giggs when I was younger and I still do now," the 19-year-old said."I've done a lot of rehearsing, but I'm also making sure I take time out to be with my friends."Ssadcharlie said they have been given a platform and believe it is important to fully express who they are on stage."The most difficult part of my career was learning how navigate as an artist who is from the LGBTQ+ community," they Team CIC's progression lead Javeon McCarthy said: "We realise that people are at their best when they are themselves." Samuel Ikpe is an afro alternative musician from Nigeria better known as Sambee and will be performing before two time BRIT Award winner Ms Dynamite on 28-year-old, who lives in Bristol, said: "I think I will be one of the only artists playing afro beats, this helps push the culture to the festival."Sambee said he is excited to play his most popular song LINA, which explores the challenges a person can experience with immigration. Sambee's best friend and DJ for the performance, Jabani, said: "Being an immigrant in the UK feels like you can lose a sense of your identity."To express yourself properly you have to look back home to see where you come from and channel that through." UK hip hop artist Nat Oaks, 23, recently came second in the Glastonbury Festival emerging artist competition and has also been booked to go on tour with Little is now set to perform a back-to-back DJ set alongside Groove Armada and Eats Everything at Love Saves The Day."I got the call while I was at work and I had to take a moment to process what was happening," she said. "I was so stoked to know I will be performing."
