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Lionel Messi docuseries “Messi Meets America” debuting October 11 on Apple TV+

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Apple TV+ shared a trailer for the docuseries Messi Meets America, featuring Argentine soccer star Lionel Messi. The first three episodes of the highly-anticipated documentary about the 36-year-old Messi joining Inter Miami CF, will premiere Oct. 11 on Apple TV+. Additional episodes of the six-part series will be available for viewing later in the season.

Messi Meets America follows Messi as he “forever changes the face of soccer in North America” by joining the MLS team, Inter Miami CF.  Behind the scenes footage shows Messi leading his new team to a Leagues Cup title, and more.  An official series synopsis reads:  “From selling out record crowds across America at breakneck speed, to his incredible last-minute game-winning goal in his very first match, to moments with Messi and his Inter Miami CF teammates, the series chronicles Leo’s immersion in America, the remarkable journey and transformation of Inter Miami CF, and most significantly, the impact he is currently having on soccer in North America as ‘Messi Mania’ crisscrosses the continent.”

Check out the trailer for “Messi Meets America”, premiering Oct. 11 on Apple TV+, on YouTube – here.

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Lionel Messi docuseries “Messi Meets America” debuting October 11 on Apple TV+

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Apple TV+ shared a trailer for the docuseries Messi Meets America, featuring Argentine soccer star Lionel Messi. The first three episodes of the highly-anticipated documentary about the 36-year-old Messi joining Inter Miami CF, will premiere Oct. 11 on Apple TV+. Additional episodes of the six-part series will be available for viewing later in the season.

Messi Meets America follows Messi as he “forever changes the face of soccer in North America” by joining the MLS team, Inter Miami CF.  Behind the scenes footage shows Messi leading his new team to a Leagues Cup title, and more.  An official series synopsis reads:  “From selling out record crowds across America at breakneck speed, to his incredible last-minute game-winning goal in his very first match, to moments with Messi and his Inter Miami CF teammates, the series chronicles Leo’s immersion in America, the remarkable journey and transformation of Inter Miami CF, and most significantly, the impact he is currently having on soccer in North America as ‘Messi Mania’ crisscrosses the continent.”

Check out the trailer for “Messi Meets America”, premiering Oct. 11 on Apple TV+, on YouTube – here.

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Terry Francona officially steps down as manager of the Cleveland Guardians

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Cleveland Guardians manager Terry Francona has officially announced that he is stepping down as manager, after weeks of speculation.

Francona spoke to reporters on Tuesday, saying that he’s stepping down and doesn’t see himself managing again, but he didn’t use the word “retire” as part of his statement. Guardians president Chris Antonetti said the 64-year-old Francona would have a role with the team moving forward but did not specify what that role would entail. In his remarks, Francona said: “I need to go home and get healthy and see what I miss about the game .. I don’t foresee managing again … I came here for the right reasons. I’m leaving for the right reasons and what was in between was really good.” Francona said he intends to spend more time playing with his grandkids, getting healthy, and enjoying an extended offseason. He missed a majority of the 2020 and 2022 seasons due to a number of surgeries and other issues. His latest scare came earlier this season in Kansas City which caused him to miss three games in the hospital. He will undergo shoulder replacement surgery and two hernia operations beginning next week.

Francona’s 23-year managerial career began in Philadelphia (1997-2000), winning two World Series titles in Boston and then going on to 11 years in Cleveland. Cleveland made the playoffs six times and won the AL Central four times in 11 years with Francona at the helm. He was named AL Manager of the Year in 2013, 2016 and 2022, making him only one of four managers in MLB history to win the AL or NL award at least three times in the same league (the others being Tony La Russa, Dusty Baker and Bobby Cox). He is also the winningest (921 victories) and longest-tenured manager in Cleveland’s 123-year history.

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Hardy taking time off his tour due to struggle with ‘serious anxiety’

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Hardy is taking time off his current tour to deal with mental health issues that began over a year ago after his tour bus was involved in a serious crash.  Hardy and three of his crew members were en route to Nashville following a show in Bristol, Tennessee when their bus ran off the highway and rolled over, with himself and the other passengers being treated for significant injuries. The tour bus driver suffered the most serious injuries, with a lengthy hospital stay and recovery.

Hardy wrote in a social media post on Tuesday, Oct. 3  that he’s taking time to address his issues, explaining that he’s still feeling significant stress and anxiety after being involved in the bus accident:  “I’ve been dealing with some serious anxiety since the bus accident last year, and over the last two weeks, it has taken control of my life. It’s caused me to suffer many panic attacks which have landed me in the hospital. I need a moment to focus on me and to make myself better for my wife, family and you, the fans … My plan is to be back and focused on Oct. 12. The Mockingbird & the Crow Tour is scheduled to continue that date with a stop in Jonesboro, Ark. Thank you for understanding, see you soon.”

Hardy is currently cancelling two dates on his current headlining the Mockingbird & the Crow Tour (which is named for his most recent album) in Simpsonville, South Carolina, and Brandon, Mississippi slated for October 5 and 7, respectively. His October 6 concert at the Georgia Rodeo has been postponed until April 2024.

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Parmalee earn 4th consecutive No. 1 with ‘Girl In Mine’

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Parmalee has earned their 4th consecutive No. 1 single with “Girl In Mine,” topping the Country Aircheck/Mediabase radio chart this week.

Written by Matt Thomas, David Fanning, Ashley Gorley, Casey Brown and Travis Wood, “Girl In Mine” follows Parmalee’s 2022 No. 1 record-setting, “Take My Name,” which was Billboard’s ‘Most Played Country Song of 2022,’ and the group’s No. 1 Platinum hit “Just The Way” with Blanco Brown. Lead singer Matt Thomas said of the song: “It’s a beautiful thing when fans start to really connect with a song, and you feel the energy every night when they’re singing it back to you. Every No. 1 is special, but this one is for the fans.”

Parmalee also just released their extended album For You 2, which features five new songs including “Girl In Mine.” The 18-song collection also include the new singles “Gonna Love You,” “Is It Just Me,” “Boyfriend” and “Wish You Never Loved Me.”

Parmalee notches fourth chart-topper

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Joe Manganiello to host ‘Deal Or No Deal Island’ spinoff series

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The NBC game show Deal or No Deal is being rebooted, with new host, actor Joe Manganiello, as well as a new location and new name: Deal or No Deal Island.

NBC posted on Instagram: Huge announcement! Coming back bigger and more exciting than ever. Hosted by @JoeManganiello and Executive Produced by @HowieMandel, #DealorNoDealIsland is coming 2024 to @NBC.  The announcement of the Deal or No Deal Island came along with a photo of Manganiello, sitting with a silver briefcase wearing island attire, as well as a video of former host Howie Mandel passing the briefcase to Manganiello.

Deal or No Deal Island, set to debut sometime in 2024, will film at an undisclosed island location. Manganiello will instruct contestants on deals with a banker between two briefcases with surprise amounts of money inside. The network shared more about the show in a release, revealing that “13 players are transported to the elusive Banker’s private island to compete for cash in a season-long, fully immersive competition,” adding that there will be “thrilling challenges” and “mind-bending dilemmas” that the contestants will be going through, with Joe “leading the game play, relaying the banker’s tempting offers and helping them through the toughest decisions of their lives.”

Mandel will serve as executive produce of the spinoff series; he served as host of Deal or No Deal from 2005 – 2009, as well as additional specials and a 2018 CNBC revival.

Check out the full teaser for Deal or No Deal Island – here.

Joe Manganiello To Host ‘Deal Or No Deal Island’ Spinoff

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Mariah Carey shares ‘Merry Christmas One and All!’ tour dates

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Mariah Carey has announced she will be hitting the road on her Merry Christmas One and All! tour this holiday season.  Carey posted on Instagram: “Yes, the actual defrosting has begun! 🧊 Announcing the MERRY CHRISTMAS ONE AND ALL Tour!🎄❤ On sale 10/6”

The 54-year-old Carey will kick off the 13-date trek in California’s Yaamava Casino in Highland on Nov. 15, making stops in Los Angeles, Denver, Toronto, Chicago, Boston, Montreal, Philadelphia and more before concluding in New York on Dec. 17 at Madison Square Garden.

Merry Christmas One and All!, produced by Live Nation, will see Carey perform her collection of holiday favorites, including her legendary holiday classic, “All I Want for Christmas is You.”

Tickets for “Merry Christmas One and All” go on sale via presale beginning on Oct. 4 at 10 a.m. local time, before general sales open on Oct. 6 at 10 a.m. local time via Ticketmaster.

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Foo Fighters announce 2024 U.S. stadium tour dates

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Foo Fighters announced North American stadium tour dates for Summer 2024. Foo Fighters shared on their socials: “The first 2024 U.S. Shows Announced for Everything or Nothing At All Tour!!! Public on sale is Friday, October 6th at 10am local time. More to come…Tickets to all upcoming shows here: https://FooFighters.lnk.to/Shows“

The new leg of Foo Fighter’s Everything or Nothing at All Tour will kick off at New York’s Citi Field (for the first time since 2015) on July 17th and 19th, and will see the band make stops at 10 stadiums, including shows on August 9th/11th at BMO Stadium in Los Angeles. Support on the various dates will come from Pretenders, The Hives, Mammoth WVH, Amyl and The Sniffers, Alex G and L7.

To give fans the best chance to buy tickets at face value, those who purchase tickets for the Everything or Nothing at All Tour and can’t attend will have the option to resell their ticket to other fans at the original price paid using a face value ticket exchange, including Ticketmaster’s Face Value Exchange (tickets are mobile only and restricted from transfer). This applies to all shows except those in New York and Colorado where Face Value Exchange cannot be mandated.

The general on sale for tickets begins Friday, October 6th at 10 am local time via Ticketmaster. Citi cardmembers will have access to presale tickets beginning Tuesday, October 3rd at 10 am local time until Thursday, October 5th at 10 pm local time.

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Porno for Pyros postpone their 2023 Reunion Tour

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Porno for Pyros have postponed their 2023 reunion tour to finish working on new material, less than a week before they were set to hit the road. The Porno for Pyros lineup includes founding members Perry Farrell, drummer Stephen Perkins, guitarist Peter DiStefano, and original bassist Martyn LeNoble. Since their most recent reunion, the band has been teasing new music since they reunited, with DiStefano sharing on Instagram: “Porno For Pyros writing and recording new music,” along with a photo of Farrell and himself.

The band in a statement on their social media pages: “We are beyond thankful for all of your support these last 30 years, and are anxious to celebrate our 30th anniversary with you Whilst rehearsing for our first tour in 25 years, we’ve also been in the studio creating new music that we were hoping to get to you in time for these shows. Unfortunately, we have had to move the dates for the upcoming tour as we were not able to begin our campaign in time. So, we’ve pushed the tour a few months from now, in order for everyone to hear and appreciate the new material that is finally finished.”

The 21-date Horns, Thorns En Halos Tour  commemorating the band’s 30-year anniversary, was scheduled to start Sunday, October 8) in Wheatland, California before wrapping up at Stubb’s in Austin, Texas on November 20. The tour alsonmarks the first time in 25 years that Porno for Pyros has toured together; the band played their last full-length concert at the Florida State Fairgrounds in Tampa, Florida on Sept. 17, 1998 before breaking-up. Porno for Pyros reunited in 2009 for singer Perry Farrell’s 50th birthday and a Lollapalooza live-stream event in 2020, and the band played their first full show in more than 20 years at the Rockville Festival in Daytona Beach, Florida in May 2022.

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Beyoncé shares trailer for upcoming ‘Renaissance Tour’ concert film

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Beyoncé has released a trailer for the upcoming concert film of her Renaissance World Tour. Renaissance: A Film By Beyoncé will hit theaters Dec. 1 in the United States, Canada and Mexico, with additional global cities to be announced at a later date. The singer also posted the trailer on Instagram, with the caption: “Be careful what you ask for, ‘cause I just might comply.”

Renaissance: A Film By Beyoncé will contain behind-the-scenes footage from the superstar artists’s Renaissance World Tour.  According to a press release, the film “accentuates the journey” of the tour, “from its inception to the opening show in Stockholm, Sweden, to the grand finale in Kansas City, Missouri. It is about Beyoncé’s intention, hard work, involvement in every aspect of the production, her creative mind and purpose to create her legacy, and master her craft.”

Beyoncé released her Renaissance album in July 2022, and kicked off her world tour on May 10 in Stockholm, hitting major cities around the world. Beyoncé’s guest DJs across the Renaissance World Tour included the likes of Arca and DJ Khaled, and her oldest daughter, Blue Ivy, made regular appearances on the tour, joining in the choreography for “My Power,” “Black Parade,” and “Savage.” To date, the Renaissance World Tour has grossed $461.3 million, and according to Billboard has becoming the highest-grossing tour of all time.

Take a look at the trailer for Renaissance: A Film By Beyoncé – here. Theaters including AMC, Regal, and Cinemark have opened pre-sales, with tickets for all standard times starting at $22 plus tax. For ticket information, head here: https://www.beyoncefilm.com.

Beyoncé Announces Renaissance Film, Coming to Theaters on December 1st

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