City of Hope, one of the largest cancer research and treatment organizations in the United States and a leading research center for diabetes and other life-threatening illnesses, announced that legendary actor, singer, writer and director Billy Porter will host and perform at its Music, Film and Entertainment Industry group’s 2022 Spirit of Life Gala taking place Oct. 27, 2022, at the Pacific Design Center in Los Angeles.
Porter began his music career in 1997 with the release of his self-titled (aka “Untitled”) debut album, which spawned the Top 10 single “Bubbling Under,” hit song “Show Me” and the monster ballad “Love Is On The Way,” which also appeared at a pivotal moment in the film, “First Wives Club.” Since then, Porter has delivered a number of hit albums and songs, including “At the Corner of Broadway + Soul” (2005), “Billy’s Back on Broadway” (2014), “The Soul of Richard Rodgers” (2017), No.1 hit “Love Yourself” (2019) and “I Want...
Porter began his music career in 1997 with the release of his self-titled (aka “Untitled”) debut album, which spawned the Top 10 single “Bubbling Under,” hit song “Show Me” and the monster ballad “Love Is On The Way,” which also appeared at a pivotal moment in the film, “First Wives Club.” Since then, Porter has delivered a number of hit albums and songs, including “At the Corner of Broadway + Soul” (2005), “Billy’s Back on Broadway” (2014), “The Soul of Richard Rodgers” (2017), No.1 hit “Love Yourself” (2019) and “I Want...
- 10/14/2022
- Look to the Stars
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Billy Porter will pull double duty for City of Hope at its Spirit of Life Gala.
The Emmy, Grammy and Tony Award-winning talent will host and perform at the event, set for West Hollywood’s Pacific Design Center on Oct. 27. He joins a program that already includes fellow performer Jack Johnson and Spirit of Life Award honorees Monte and Avery Lipman, Republic Records founders, chief executives and brothers.
The Spirit of Life Award is City of Hope’s most prestigious honor and handed out to industry leaders “who have made a significant commitment to improving the lives of others through the advancement of research and clinical innovation, as well as the delivery of personalized, compassionate care.” Previous recipients include Sylvia Rhone, Jon Platt, Mo Ostin, Clive Davis, Quincy Jones, Frances W. Preston, Shelli and Irving Azoff, Edgar Bronfman Jr., Doug Morris and Sir Lucian Grainge.
Billy Porter will pull double duty for City of Hope at its Spirit of Life Gala.
The Emmy, Grammy and Tony Award-winning talent will host and perform at the event, set for West Hollywood’s Pacific Design Center on Oct. 27. He joins a program that already includes fellow performer Jack Johnson and Spirit of Life Award honorees Monte and Avery Lipman, Republic Records founders, chief executives and brothers.
The Spirit of Life Award is City of Hope’s most prestigious honor and handed out to industry leaders “who have made a significant commitment to improving the lives of others through the advancement of research and clinical innovation, as well as the delivery of personalized, compassionate care.” Previous recipients include Sylvia Rhone, Jon Platt, Mo Ostin, Clive Davis, Quincy Jones, Frances W. Preston, Shelli and Irving Azoff, Edgar Bronfman Jr., Doug Morris and Sir Lucian Grainge.
- 10/11/2022
- by Chris Gardner
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
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After a two-year pandemic-induced hiatus, CAA’s in-person Amplify Summit is back.
An invitation-only group of artists, thought leaders and industry executives will gather in Ojai tomorrow for a lineup of keynotes, firesides and breakout sessions aimed at leveraging multicultural perspectives to advance goals in both business and justice.
Those who will address this year’s summit include filmmakers Ava DuVernay and Jeymes Samuels; actors Leslie Grace, Stephanie Hsu, Anthony Ramos, Storm Reid, Lauren Ridloff and Yara Shahidi; comedian Amber Ruffin; executives Cris Abrego (Banijay Americas chair and Endemol Shine president and CEO), Franklin Leonard (The Black List founder and CEO) and Jon Platt (Sony Music Publishing chair and CEO); and authors Tomi Adeyemi (Children of Blood and Bone) and Soman Chainani (School for Good and Evil) as well as White House senior advisor and former Atlanta mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms, IllumiNative founder...
After a two-year pandemic-induced hiatus, CAA’s in-person Amplify Summit is back.
An invitation-only group of artists, thought leaders and industry executives will gather in Ojai tomorrow for a lineup of keynotes, firesides and breakout sessions aimed at leveraging multicultural perspectives to advance goals in both business and justice.
Those who will address this year’s summit include filmmakers Ava DuVernay and Jeymes Samuels; actors Leslie Grace, Stephanie Hsu, Anthony Ramos, Storm Reid, Lauren Ridloff and Yara Shahidi; comedian Amber Ruffin; executives Cris Abrego (Banijay Americas chair and Endemol Shine president and CEO), Franklin Leonard (The Black List founder and CEO) and Jon Platt (Sony Music Publishing chair and CEO); and authors Tomi Adeyemi (Children of Blood and Bone) and Soman Chainani (School for Good and Evil) as well as White House senior advisor and former Atlanta mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms, IllumiNative founder...
- 6/22/2022
- by Rebecca Sun
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
The CAA Amplify summit will make its in-person return on June 22 featuring speakers across entertainment, sports, media, technology, and social justice.
The summit brings together a diverse group of key influencers and industry decision-makers to explore the role business plays in advancing culture and justice for communities of color.
Speaking in front of an invite-only crowd in Ojai, California are Ava DuVernay, Yara Shahidi, Anthony Ramos, Stephanie Hsu, Tomi Adeyemi, Storm Reid, Jeymes Samuel, Jon Platt, Keisha Lance Bottoms, Cris Abrego, Amber Ruffin, Leslie Grace, Crystal Echo Hawk, Lauren Ridloff, Nina Shaw, Soman Chainani, and Franklin Leonard.
“We’re thrilled for the return of CAA Amplify and to once again be in community with so many talented artists and business leaders,” said Ruben Garcia, Executive and Co-Head of Cultural Business Strategy at CAA. “The pandemic helped illustrate the value of the network we have built and how we can use...
The summit brings together a diverse group of key influencers and industry decision-makers to explore the role business plays in advancing culture and justice for communities of color.
Speaking in front of an invite-only crowd in Ojai, California are Ava DuVernay, Yara Shahidi, Anthony Ramos, Stephanie Hsu, Tomi Adeyemi, Storm Reid, Jeymes Samuel, Jon Platt, Keisha Lance Bottoms, Cris Abrego, Amber Ruffin, Leslie Grace, Crystal Echo Hawk, Lauren Ridloff, Nina Shaw, Soman Chainani, and Franklin Leonard.
“We’re thrilled for the return of CAA Amplify and to once again be in community with so many talented artists and business leaders,” said Ruben Garcia, Executive and Co-Head of Cultural Business Strategy at CAA. “The pandemic helped illustrate the value of the network we have built and how we can use...
- 6/22/2022
- by Rosy Cordero
- Deadline Film + TV
City of Hope, one of the largest cancer research and treatment organizations in the United States and a leading research center for diabetes and other life-threatening illnesses, has announced that its Music, Film and Entertainment Industry group’s 2022 Spirit of Life Gala will feature a performance by legendary singer-songwriter Jack Johnson.
The gala will take place Oct. 27, 2022, at the Pacific Design Center in Los Angeles. Notably, this event marks the return of the highly anticipated Spirit of Life Gala after a two-year hiatus due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
“I’m excited to be part of City of Hope’s gala honoring my friends Monte and Avery Lipman,” Johnson said. “Over the past 20 years, they have always been there for me. Now it’s my turn to shine the spotlight on them and the important work they do with City of Hope!”
It was previously announced that Republic Records founders, chief executives and brothers,...
The gala will take place Oct. 27, 2022, at the Pacific Design Center in Los Angeles. Notably, this event marks the return of the highly anticipated Spirit of Life Gala after a two-year hiatus due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
“I’m excited to be part of City of Hope’s gala honoring my friends Monte and Avery Lipman,” Johnson said. “Over the past 20 years, they have always been there for me. Now it’s my turn to shine the spotlight on them and the important work they do with City of Hope!”
It was previously announced that Republic Records founders, chief executives and brothers,...
- 6/22/2022
- Look to the Stars
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Jack Johnson has a City of Hope gig on Oct. 27.
The eco-conscious rocker has been booked as the headline performer at City of Hope’s Spirit of Life Gala. Held at the Pacific Design Center in Los Angeles, this year’s event marks the first in-person one in the series after two years due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
Johnson, prepping for the release of his highly anticipated eighth studio album, Meet the Moonlight, says he’s excited to be a part of the night honoring his friends, Monte and Avery Lipman. The brothers are co-founders and chief executives of Republic Records and, as previously announced, set to receive the night’s highest honor, the Spirit of Life Award.
Honorees are selected for “notable contributions to the community in which they live and the profession in which they work.” Sylvia Rhone, Jon Platt, Mo Ostin,...
Jack Johnson has a City of Hope gig on Oct. 27.
The eco-conscious rocker has been booked as the headline performer at City of Hope’s Spirit of Life Gala. Held at the Pacific Design Center in Los Angeles, this year’s event marks the first in-person one in the series after two years due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
Johnson, prepping for the release of his highly anticipated eighth studio album, Meet the Moonlight, says he’s excited to be a part of the night honoring his friends, Monte and Avery Lipman. The brothers are co-founders and chief executives of Republic Records and, as previously announced, set to receive the night’s highest honor, the Spirit of Life Award.
Honorees are selected for “notable contributions to the community in which they live and the profession in which they work.” Sylvia Rhone, Jon Platt, Mo Ostin,...
- 6/21/2022
- by Chris Gardner
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Abramorama has acquired worldwide distribution rights for Jonathan McHugh’s directorial debut “Long Live Rock…Celebrate The Chaos” and plans a March 12, 2021 release.
“Long Live Rock” was filmed at various rock festivals around America showing the scope of just how massive these crowds are. Attesting to the power of destination music festivals such as Coachella and Lollapalooza are interviews with members of Metallica, Guns N ‘Roses, Slipknot, Korn, Rob Zombie, Five Finger Death Punch, Rage Against the Machine, Greta Van Fleet, Halestorm, Machine Gun Kelley, and Shinedown. These prominent performers discuss, among other things, the relationship with their audience.
The film is produced by McHugh, Gary Spivack and Jonathan Platt. “Long Live Rock…Celebrate The Chaos” will be launched with an online global red carpet premiere screening event on March 11 featuring a Q&a with the filmmakers, band members and some surprise guests. The film will be available the next...
“Long Live Rock” was filmed at various rock festivals around America showing the scope of just how massive these crowds are. Attesting to the power of destination music festivals such as Coachella and Lollapalooza are interviews with members of Metallica, Guns N ‘Roses, Slipknot, Korn, Rob Zombie, Five Finger Death Punch, Rage Against the Machine, Greta Van Fleet, Halestorm, Machine Gun Kelley, and Shinedown. These prominent performers discuss, among other things, the relationship with their audience.
The film is produced by McHugh, Gary Spivack and Jonathan Platt. “Long Live Rock…Celebrate The Chaos” will be launched with an online global red carpet premiere screening event on March 11 featuring a Q&a with the filmmakers, band members and some surprise guests. The film will be available the next...
- 12/17/2020
- by Dave McNary
- Variety Film + TV
It’s a big month for Jay Z, who will soon welcome twins with wife Beyoncé.
On Thursday, the rapper, 47, became the first-ever hip-hop artist to be inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame. The father-to-be was not in attendance at the New York City ceremony, and instead, Chairman/CEO of Warner/Chappell Music Jon Platt accepted the award on Jay’s behalf.
The highlight of his induction had to be the video speech given by former president Barack Obama.
Obama spoke highly of his friend and “first ballot Hall of Famer” in the speech. “I like to think Mr.
On Thursday, the rapper, 47, became the first-ever hip-hop artist to be inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame. The father-to-be was not in attendance at the New York City ceremony, and instead, Chairman/CEO of Warner/Chappell Music Jon Platt accepted the award on Jay’s behalf.
The highlight of his induction had to be the video speech given by former president Barack Obama.
Obama spoke highly of his friend and “first ballot Hall of Famer” in the speech. “I like to think Mr.
- 6/16/2017
- by Karen Mizoguchi
- PEOPLE.com
The parties will jointly produce a slate of pop culture and music-focused documentaries and TV series for worldwide distribution on XLrator Media’s Lifeframe documentary label.
The first title will be the TV series Origins, which will explore the roots of pop culture’s biggest comic book franchises through the eyes of creators, industry legends and fans. The completed pilot focuses on X-Men comic book creator Chris Claremont.
The companies’ first feature documentary co-production will be Cosplay Universe (pictured), styled as a definitive look at the worldwide cultural phenomenon in which participants transform themselves into iconic pop culture characters. The parties have earmarked a late 2017 release.
XLrator Media and J2 Films will also collaborate on the North American release of the documentary Man In The Camo Jacket about Mike Peters, lead singer of the Welsh rock band The Alarm, and his inspirational battle with cancer and his work to help others with the disease.
Earlier this year...
The first title will be the TV series Origins, which will explore the roots of pop culture’s biggest comic book franchises through the eyes of creators, industry legends and fans. The completed pilot focuses on X-Men comic book creator Chris Claremont.
The companies’ first feature documentary co-production will be Cosplay Universe (pictured), styled as a definitive look at the worldwide cultural phenomenon in which participants transform themselves into iconic pop culture characters. The parties have earmarked a late 2017 release.
XLrator Media and J2 Films will also collaborate on the North American release of the documentary Man In The Camo Jacket about Mike Peters, lead singer of the Welsh rock band The Alarm, and his inspirational battle with cancer and his work to help others with the disease.
Earlier this year...
- 10/13/2016
- by jeremykay67@gmail.com (Jeremy Kay)
- ScreenDaily
Rod Temperton, the songwriter who penned Michael Jackson hit “Thriller,” died last week. He was 66. Rod Temperton Dies Temperton died last week in London following “a brief aggressive battle with cancer,” Warner/Chappell music publishing’s Jon Platt told the BBC. “His family is devastated and request total privacy at this, the saddest of sad times.” […]
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- 10/6/2016
- by Chelsea Regan
- Uinterview
Rod Temperton, the songwriter best known for writing Michael Jackson’s hits “Thriller” and “Rock With You,” has died. He was 66. Jon Platt, the chairman and CEO of Warner/Chappell, told BBC that Temperton died in London last week after “a brief aggressive battle with cancer.” Temperton’s other writing credits include Jackson’s “Off The Wall” and “Baby Be Mine,” as well as “Boogie Nights” for his band Heatwave. Also Read: Agnes Nixon, 'All My Children' Creator, Dies at 88 “His family is devastated and request total privacy at this, the saddest of sad times,” Platt added. Chic...
- 10/5/2016
- by Beatrice Verhoeven
- The Wrap
Did you love the "Parenthood" soundtrack vol. 1? There's a follow-up compilation out now for NBC's critically-acclaimed drama, featuring songs by hit artists CeeLo Green, Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeroes, Lyle Lovett and more.
This is the debut release for J2 Music's soundtrack-focused label (distributed by InGrooves, licensed through NBCUniversal Television Consumer Products). The compilation was produced by "Parenthood" creator Jason Katims, Patrick Ward, Liza Richardson, Jonathan Platt and Jonathan McHugh. It offers an array of poignant songs that appeared during the last few seasons of the series.
Track listing:
1. Delta Rae - Dance In The Graveyards
2. Lyle Lovett - If I Had A Boat
3. CeeLo Green - Piece Of My Heart (Live Recording)
4. A Fine Frenzy - What I Wouldn't Do
5. Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic Zeros - Man On Fire (Little Daylight Remix)
6. Emile Millar - Honey I'll Try
7. Greg Laswell - Take A Bow
8. Brett Dennen - Hard Times...
This is the debut release for J2 Music's soundtrack-focused label (distributed by InGrooves, licensed through NBCUniversal Television Consumer Products). The compilation was produced by "Parenthood" creator Jason Katims, Patrick Ward, Liza Richardson, Jonathan Platt and Jonathan McHugh. It offers an array of poignant songs that appeared during the last few seasons of the series.
Track listing:
1. Delta Rae - Dance In The Graveyards
2. Lyle Lovett - If I Had A Boat
3. CeeLo Green - Piece Of My Heart (Live Recording)
4. A Fine Frenzy - What I Wouldn't Do
5. Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic Zeros - Man On Fire (Little Daylight Remix)
6. Emile Millar - Honey I'll Try
7. Greg Laswell - Take A Bow
8. Brett Dennen - Hard Times...
- 10/17/2013
- by editorial@zap2it.com
- Pop2it
Jay-z and his Roc Nation company have signed worldwide publishing administration deals with Warner/Chappell Music. The agreements give the publisher rights to Jay-z's music dating to 2008 -- which would include The Blueprint 3 and Watch the Throne -- and all of Hova's future work, effective immediately, while most of the rest of his catalog will transfer to Warner/Chappell by year's end. "The real meaning of success is being in the position to work with an individual you consider a friend," Jay-z said in a statement. "Jon Platt is such a person. He's a man of extraordinary character as
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- 2/19/2013
- by Dan Rys, Billboard
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
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