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Bombshell (Smash Album)
''Bombshell'' is the second soundtrack album by the cast of the American musical television series ''Smash (American TV series), Smash''. It was released by Columbia Records on February 12, 2013. and sold 16,000 copies in its first week. As of the week ending March 3, 2013, it has sold 26,000 copies. Background This is the second album released for the show, the first one being ''The Music of Smash''. It was released by Columbia Records on February 12, 2013. The album was released in standard and deluxe versions. The standard version features 22 songs, all originals, divided into two acts. The deluxe version being sold at Target Corporation, Target features an interview with songwriters Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman, and versions of three of the songs by different singers than on the standard version. The Soundtrack features songs from both season 1 and season 2. The 22 original songs make up the musical, complete with liner notes detailing the plot of Bombshell. On January 6, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Smash (American TV Series)
Smash may refer to: People * Smash (wrestler) (born 1959), professional wrestler * Moondog Rex, another professional wrestler who briefly wrestled as the original Smash, before being replaced by the above * DJ Smash, Russian DJ and EDM-music producer Art, entertainment, and media * ''Smash'' (novel), a 1980 novel by Garson Kanin * Smash or pass? * ''Smash!'' (comics), a 1960s British comic * smash., a Japanese video streaming service * '' Super Smash Bros.'', commonly shortened to ''Smash'', a platform fighting video game series with characters from Nintendo and third-party franchises * Smash (musical), American Broadway musical Fictional entities * SMASH (comics), a team of superheroes * Smash Williams, fictional character in the television series ''Friday Night Lights'' Film and television * ''Smash'' (Swedish TV series), a 1990 Swedish miniseries * ''Smash'' (TV series), a 2012 NBC drama series * '' Attack on Tomorrow'', a 1977 Japanese anime series known in Euro ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Let Me Be Your Star
"Let Me Be Your Star" is an original song introduced in the first episode of the first season of the musical TV series '' Smash'', entitled "Pilot". It was written by Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman, but in the show's universe, it was written by songwriting duo Tom Levitt (Christian Borle) and Julia Houston (Debra Messing) for the Marilyn Monroe musical they are working on, ''Bombshell''. In the first episode, the song is performed by characters Karen Cartwright (Katharine McPhee) and Ivy Lynn (Megan Hilty) as they each prepare for and then audition for the role of Marilyn in front the production team. The song has since been reprised numerous times in various episodes, both as solos and duets. For the first season, it was also sung by Karen and Ivy in the second episode " The Callback" and the seventh episode " The Workshop", by Ivy in the sixth episode "Chemistry", and by Rebecca Duvall (Uma Thurman) in the eleventh episode " The Movie Star" and the fourteenth episode " Previews ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Savannah Wise
Savannah Wise (born April 25, 1984) is an American actress, dancer, and singer. She played Jessica on the NBC American musical theatre dramedy television series '' Smash''. She is also known for her work on Broadway as Evelyn Nesbit in the 2009 revival of ''Ragtime'', originating the role of Waitress #1 and later replacing as Sherrie in '' Rock of Ages'', and as Young Cosette in the original Broadway production of ''Les Misérables''. Education Wise earned a degree in dance from the University of Cincinnati – College-Conservatory of Music. Career In 2011, Wise landed the lead role of Wanda Clark in the off-Broadway musical '' Lucky Guy''. The show opened on May 19, 2011. Originally set for a 12-week limited engagement, the show closed ten days after its opening on May 29, 2011. An original cast recording was announced and planned but never came to fruition. Development for '' Smash (2009)'' began at Showtime by then-entertainment president Robert Greenblatt, originating from ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Leslie Odom Jr
Leslie Lloyd Odom Jr. (; born August 6, 1981) is an American actor, singer and songwriter. He made his acting debut on Broadway theatre, Broadway in 1998 and first gained recognition for his portrayal of Aaron Burr in the musical ''Hamilton (musical), Hamilton'', which earned him a Tony Award for Best Actor in a Musical and a Grammy Award for Best Musical Theater Album in the 58th Annual Grammy Awards, same year. His performance was captured in the Disney+ Hamilton (2020 film), live stage recording of ''Hamilton'' which earned him a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie, Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Actor in a Leading Role in a Limited Series or Movie nomination. Odom is also known for his roles in the television series ''Smash (TV series), Smash'' (2012–2013) and ''Person of Interest (TV series), Person of Interest'' (2013–2014), as well as the films ''Red Tails'' (2012), ''Murder on the Orient Express (2017 film) ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Second Hand White Baby Grand
"Second Hand White Baby Grand" is an original song introduced in the twelfth episode of the first season of the musical TV series '' Smash'', entitled "Publicity". The song was written by Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman. Still, within the show's universe, it is written by songwriting team Julia Houston (Debra Messing) and Tom Levitt (Christian Borle) for their Marilyn Monroe musical ''Bombshell''. The song, with Megan Hilty's vocals, was initially released as a single from iTunes and Amazon.com's MP3 store and is on the cast album ''Bombshell''. Context in ''Smash'' In "Publicity," the song is written after the newly appointed Marilyn, Rebecca Duvall (Uma Thurman), requests some script changes. The song is performed by Marilyn Monroe's "shadow selves," the voices that she hears inside her head (which are given much larger roles so the movie star but bad singer Rebecca Duvall doesn't have to sing as many songs). Although the song is initially meant for Karen Cartwright (Katharine M ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Wesley Taylor
Wesley Taylor (born August 13, 1986) is an American stage actor and writer, best known for his work in musical theatre and television. Theatre career In summer 2008, Taylor performed in Barrington Stage Company's production of the musical ''See Rock City and Other Destinations''. The show won Richard Rodgers and Jerry Bock Awards. Taylor made his Broadway debut in the rock musical ''Rock of Ages'', where he originated the role of the German city developer Franz. He won a Theatre World Award for this role and was nominated for an Outer Critics Circle Award. His second major role on Broadway was as Lucas Beineke, Wednesday's love interest, in the musical ''The Addams Family'', a role he originated after previously playing the role in the 2009 Chicago production of the show. The show premiered on Broadway in April 2010, with Taylor appearing alongside Krysta Rodriguez, who played Wednesday Addams, Lucas' love interest. He left the role on March 8, 2011. On March 7, 2011, Taylor pl ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Henry Stram
Henry Stram (born September 10, 1954) is an American actor and singer. He is the son of famous NFL coach Hank Stram. Early life Stram grew up in Kansas City, while his father was the coach of the Kansas City Chiefs. He performed with The Barn Players until he moved to New York City in 1973 and studied acting at the Juilliard School. While at Juilliard, he frequented Cafe La Fortuna, a cafe that opened in 1976 and was known for its garden, opera music and Italian desserts. Career Among Stram's stage credits are ''Titanic'', ''The Crucible'', ''The Elephant Man'', and '' Fly by Night''. Stram came under fire in 2009 while performing in the Rebecca Gilman stage adaption of ''The Heart Is a Lonely Hunter'' by Carson McCullers. Stram was playing a deaf character, and since he is not in real life, it was said of him, "A hearing actor playing a deaf character is tantamount to putting a white actor in blackface" by a member of the board of the Alliance for Inclusion in the Arts. The ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
On Lexington & 52nd Street
"On Lexington & 52nd Street" (also "Lexington & 52nd Street") is an original song introduced in the seventh episode of the first season of the musical TV series '' Smash'', entitled " The Workshop". The song is written by Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman, but in the show's universe, it is written by the songwriting team of Tom Levitt (Christian Borle) and Julia Houston (Debra Messing) for their Marilyn Monroe musical ''Bombshell''. In "The Workshop", Michael Swift (Will Chase Frank William Chase (born September 12, 1970) is an American actor, director, and singer, best known for his work on Broadway and for his role as country superstar Luke Wheeler on ABC's ''Nashville''. Early life and education Chase was born i ...), playing Joe DiMaggio, performs the song as DiMaggio breaks up with his wife Monroe, while Michael is simultaneously breaking up with Julia. The song was originally released as a single from iTunes and Amazon.com's MP3 story and is currently a track on the cast ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Nick Jonas
Nicholas Jerry Jonas (born September 16, 1992) is an American singer, songwriter and actor. Jonas began acting on Broadway at the age of seven, and released his debut single in 2002; this caught the attention of Columbia Records, where Jonas formed a band with his older brothers, Kevin and Joe, known as the Jonas Brothers. The group released their debut studio album, '' It's About Time,'' through the Columbia label in 2006. After leaving Columbia Records and signing with Hollywood Records, the group released their self-titled second studio album in 2007, which became their breakthrough record. The band became prominent figures on the Disney Channel during this time, gaining a large following through the network, and appeared in the widely successful musical television film '' Camp Rock'' (2008) and its sequel '' Camp Rock 2: The Final Jam'' (2010), as well as two of their own series, '' Jonas Brothers: Living the Dream'' (2008–2010) and '' Jonas'' (2009–2010). The ba ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
I Never Met A Wolf Who Didn't Love To Howl
"I Never Met a Wolf Who Didn't Love to Howl" is an original song introduced in the fourth episode of the musical TV series '' Smash'', entitled "The Cost of Art". The song is written by Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman, but in the show's universe, it was written by the songwriting duo Tom Levitt (Christian Borle) and Julia Houston (Debra Messing) for their Marilyn Monroe musical ''Bombshell''. In "The Cost of Art", the song is performed first by Ivy Lynn (Megan Hilty) in the rehearsal room. Later, at a birthday party Derek Wills (Jack Davenport) is throwing for old friend and protege Lyle West (Nick Jonas), producer Eileen Rand (Anjelica Huston) asks Ivy to perform the song in order to entice Lyle to invest in ''Bombshell''. Ivy performs the song, with the help of Julia, Ellis Boyd (Jaime Cepero), Michael Swift (Will Chase), and Lyle, in front of Lyle's guests. The song is reprised in the fifteenth episode of Season 1, " Bombshell", by Karen Cartwright (Katharine McPhee), the ultim ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
History Is Made At Night (Smash Song)
"History Is Made at Night" is an original song introduced in the fourth episode of the first season of the musical TV series '' Smash'', entitled "The Cost of Art". It was written by Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman, but within the show's universe, it was written by the songwriting team of Tom Levitt (Christian Borle) and Julia Houston (Debra Messing) for their Marilyn Monroe musical ''Bombshell''. The song is a duet sung by Marilyn Monroe and Joe DiMaggio. Besides "The Cost of Art", the song is performed various times throughout Season 1, most notably between Ivy Lynn (Megan Hilty) and Michael Swift (Will Chase) in the sixth episode of the season, entitled "Chemistry." The song is also performed as part of a medley in the seventh episode of the season " The Workshop" and Ivy and Dennis begin to sing it in the thirteenth episode " Tech" before they get cut off by a lighting issue. The song is featured as a track on the cast albums '' The Music of Smash'' and '' Bombshell''. The ver ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The National Pastime
"The National Pastime" is an original song introduced in the first episode of the first season of the musical TV series '' Smash'', entitled "Pilot". The song was written by Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman, but in the show's universe, it was written by songwriting duo Tom Levitt (Christian Borle) and Julia Houston (Debra Messing) for their Marilyn Monroe musical '' Bombshell''. In the episode, Ivy Lynn (Megan Hilty) performs this baseball number, choreographed by director and choreographer Derek Wills (Jack Davenport), with a male ensemble in front of producer Eileen Rand (Anjelica Huston), Derek, Tom and Julia as an audition for Derek to see if Tom and Julia want to work with him. The song is reprised in the workshop medley of the first season's seventh episode entitled " The Workshop" by Ivy, and by Karen Cartwright (Katharine McPhee) in the seventh episode of the second season "Musical Chairs". The song was originally released as a single at digital music retailers and is avail ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
