Ben Kaye – Consequence

Trump Goes Full Trump on Home Alone 2 Director for Claiming He “Bullied” His Way Into Cameo

Ben Kaye — Wed, 27 Dec 2023 23:26:44 +0000

What’s Christmas without the Grinch? Donald Trump has lashed out against Home Alone 2: Lost in New York director Chris Columbus over comments alleging that the multi-indicted former president had to “bully” his way into his infamous cameo in the film. It’s long been known that Trump’s bit part in Home Alone…

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Dolly Parton Grants Bucket List Wish of Fan with Cancer by Serenading Him: Watch

Ben Kaye — Wed, 27 Dec 2023 22:31:22 +0000

The Utah man put meeting the singer on his bucket list when he was diagnosed two years ago.

Dolly Parton Grants Bucket List Wish of Fan with Cancer by Serenading Him: Watch
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Legends Never Die: The Sandlot Cast Reunites for 30th Anniversary Charity Softball Game

Ben Kaye — Wed, 27 Dec 2023 21:53:48 +0000

Members of the close-knit cast got together for a two-day event in New Smyrna Beach, Florida.

Legends Never Die: The Sandlot Cast Reunites for 30th Anniversary Charity Softball Game
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2023 Filmmakers of the Year Didn’t Make Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse Alone

Ben Kaye — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 14:00:02 +0000

Kemp Powers, Joaquim Dos Santos, and Justin K. Thompson pushed animation to new limits -- but they had plenty of help.

2023 Filmmakers of the Year Didn’t Make Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse Alone
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Hip-Hop 50: Artists from All Over the Map Name Essential Albums Every Fan Should Own

Ben Kaye — Tue, 19 Dec 2023 17:05:39 +0000

As part of our 2023 Annual Report, Consequence is taking a look back at our massive Hip-Hop 50 celebration. The landmark anniversary was a major part of this year’s story, and there are plenty other awards, lists, and articles about the best music, film, and TV of 2023 that you can…

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Good for a Weekend Brings Swifties to the Consequence Podcast Network

Ben Kaye — Thu, 07 Dec 2023 15:00:37 +0000

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Letter from the Editor: 2023 Annual Report

Ben Kaye — Mon, 04 Dec 2023 14:00:45 +0000

If it’s been said once, it’s been said every December over the last half-decade-plus: “That was a weird year, wasn’t it?” We’ve all accepted that the new normal is just things not being normal at all, and wouldn’t ya know it, 2023 was no different. You’d be forgiven for thinking…

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M for Montreal 2023 Put a Musical Metropolis on Display: Recap + Photos

Ben Kaye — Wed, 22 Nov 2023 14:30:05 +0000

Artists from across Canada and industry pros from across the globe met in Montreal for an enriching four-day event.

M for Montreal 2023 Put a Musical Metropolis on Display: Recap + Photos
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Hometowns of Consequence’s Winners for Best Local US Music Venues Announced

Ben Kaye — Fri, 17 Nov 2023 15:00:31 +0000

You voted, we tallied, and now we celebrate. The winners of the inaugural Hometowns of Consequence search for the Best Local US Music Venues have been chosen! As live music has long been part of the Consequence legacy, we wanted to honor the venues that give a platform and home to…

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Letter from the Editors: The Dolly Parton Consequence Cover Story

Mary Siroky and Ben Kaye — Mon, 06 Nov 2023 14:30:59 +0000

For our November cover story, Consequence brought together Dolly Parton and Paramore’s Hayley Williams for a thoughtful conversation around artistry, philanthropy, and much, much more. Reflecting on the experience, Editorial Director Ben Kaye and Associate Editor Mary Siroky had their own dialogue about watching these two icons meet and converse…

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Best Venues of the US Northeast: Hometowns of Consequence Finalists

Ben Kaye — Tue, 10 Oct 2023 16:00:25 +0000

New York's Rockwood Music Hall, Connecticut's Park City Music Hall, New Jersey's Crossroads, and Pennsylvania's Ardmore Music Hall.

Best Venues of the US Northeast: Hometowns of Consequence Finalists
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Best Venues of the US Southeast: Hometowns of Consequence Finalists

Ben Kaye and Mary Siroky — Mon, 09 Oct 2023 16:30:47 +0000

Last month, we announced the regional finalists for our exciting, fan-led Hometowns of Consequence initiative. Music lovers across the entire country voted for their favorite local music venues, the places where we gather to celebrate community and culture. Now, we’ve narrowed the over 1,300 nominees to our 20 finalists, with…

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Consequence to Present M for Montreal MARATHON Showcase: Cartel Madras, Milk & Bone, and More

Ben Kaye — Wed, 04 Oct 2023 17:00:53 +0000

Consequence is heading up north and over the border for the 2023 M for Montreal MARATHON festival. The annual gathering brings together independent and emerging artists from across Canada (and a few international locations!) to fill venues throughout the city. We’ll be taking over the beautiful La Sala Rossa music…

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Park City Song Summit Brings a Vital Music and Wellness Experience to the Industry: Recap + Photos

Ben Kaye — Tue, 12 Sep 2023 14:09:23 +0000

To recast a quote from Park City Song Summit founder Ben Anderson, I don’t know if it’s going to work, but I know that there’s a need — and that it’s terrific fun. Up in Park City, Utah’s Canyons Village over the “weekend” (Thursday, September 7th through Saturday the 9th),…

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11 Essential Pop Tours to Catch in Fall 2023

Ben Kaye — Mon, 04 Sep 2023 13:00:40 +0000

The summer festival season is just about in the rearview as we inch into September, but live music isn’t going into hibernation. Far from it, as fall is on its way with scores of artists set to crisscross North America, bringing everyone from Lana Del Rey and Janelle Monáe to…

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