Rave News Today — October 23, 2026
Asif Kapadia on Bringing the ‘Profound’ ‘7 Up’ Documentary Series to a Close After More Than 60 Years: ‘It’s a Dream Job’ and more — today's rave signal.
The world of entertainment is abuzz with exciting updates from some of the industry's most talented creators. Asif Kapadia, the acclaimed director behind the '7 Up' documentary series, is bringing the long-running project to a close after over six decades, calling it a "dream job" that has allowed him to capture the profound lives of his subjects. This milestone marks a significant moment in documentary filmmaking, as Kapadia reflects on the incredible journey that has unfolded over the years.
Meanwhile, music fans are in for a treat with Kacey Musgraves announcing the release of her new 16-song album, 'Middle of Nowhere Vol. 2: Tex Mex Tapes'. This latest project promises to showcase Musgraves' unique style and sound. On the television front, the team behind the hit series 'The Gilded Age' is celebrating a major milestone - despite initial budget cuts, the show has broken out in its third season, with the creators drawing parallels between their experience and the recent Paramount merger, highlighting the challenges and rewards of working in the ever-evolving entertainment industry.
Today's signal:
• Asif Kapadia on Bringing the ‘Profound’ ‘7 Up’ Documentary Series to a Close After More Than 60 Years: ‘It’s a Dream Job’ (variety.com)
• Kacey Musgraves to Release New 16-Song Album, ‘Middle of Nowhere Vol. 2: Tex Mex Tapes’ (variety.com)
• ‘The Gilded Age’ Team on Paramount Merger Parallels and Going From Budget Cuts to a Season 3 Breakout: ‘You’re Part of a Very Fortunate Minority’ (variety.com)