Kenny Chesney at The Joint
Country music star Kenny Chesney is ready for a 2-night performance in Vegas at The Joint on Friday, April 19th & Saturday, April 20th. Kenny released his first album In My Wildest Dreams in 1994 and sold approximately 10,000 copies. Fast-forwarding to the present, Kenny will be releasing his sixth studio album Life on a Rock later this month; the album single is entitled “Pirate Flag.” Kenny has always remained in the country fans spotlight throughout his musical career. He has performed hundreds of concerts, embarked on over ten concert tours and has racked up some prestigious awards coveted by country music artists. Selecting the best of Kenny’s songs would be a difficult task as he has had many great hits from each of his albums. Starting with “She Thinks My Tractor is Sexy” from Everywhere We Go (1999) to “Young” from No Shoes, No Shirt, No Problems (2002) and “When the Sun Goes Down” from When the Sun Goes Down (2004) then “Don’t Blink” from Just Who I Am: Poets & Pirates (2007) are just a few best hits of Kenny Chesney. Here’s your chance to cross seeing Kenny Chesney live off of your bucket list. Tickets remain on sale.
Deadmau5 at Hakkasan
We have some exciting news! As Spring 2013 kicks off MGM Grand will be introducing Hakkasan Nightclub and Restaurant. This impressive venue will be added to the line up of amazing nightlife destinations in Vegas replacing Studio 54. Adding to the excitement is dance music phenomenon Deadmau5 in a live DJ set for the sophisticated grand opening of Hakkasan Nightclub on April 18th. There will be beautiful people, of course one of a kind signature cocktails and the best music provided by one of the top DJ’s in electro house music. What more can one expect from a grand opening in Vegas? The Cantonese restaurant chain Hakkasan is world famous. Hakkasan in Vegas will be a replica of the restaurants found in New York, Miami, London and Dubai among other cities around the world. But it will be getting an up-grade, as this venue will feature its first ever Hakkasan Nightclub. This place is a must-visit as it will certainly attract celebrities and high profile guests from around the world. The entertainment capital of the world is always expanding, renovating, and bringing new sights for its visitors to enjoy. Visit the venue website for tickets and additional information.
Romeo Santos at The Joint
New Yorker native with Puerto Rican and Dominican heritage singer Romeo Santos will be taking over The Joint, Hard Rock Hotel on April 14th and you can be sure he will be showcasing his best Bachata dance moves. Although Romeo produces Merengue and Reggeton music as well, he is best known for being the leading artist to popularize Bachata music with a new creative spin. As the former lead singer of the Bachata musical group Aventura, Romeo performs what is now the new sound of Bachata as he intermixed the genre with Hip-Hop and R&B. The group’s #1 song “Obsesion” is still played on the radio and remains one of the best Bachata songs of its time. As a solo artist, he went on to produce chart-topping songs such as “You,” and “Promise” featuring Usher. He is a Grammy nominated music artist ready to spread more Latin culture and sounds to the city of Las Vegas. The diversity of music and culture is an amazing thing we have in the states and to experience one of the greatest Latin talents you simply cannot miss this concert! The show starts at 8pm; tickets remain on sale.
Benji Madden at Gallery Nightclub
Benji Madden will take over Gallery Nightclub, Planet Hollywood Hotel and Casino on April 13th in a special DJ set. Benji is a guitarist and vocalist for the rock band Good Charlotte which he founded with his brother, Joel Madden. He has several music projects which he has completed with both his brother and the band. He has seven album releases and has provided vocals for a multitude of songs collaborating with fellow musicians such as Three 6 Mafia, Kill Hannah and Sean Kingston. In addition to his music, Benji has appeared in both film and television with his most recent projects being 6 Beers of Separation, Australian Idol and The Electric Company. Benji has also judged for the 10th annual Independent Music Awards (2011), won a boxing match against MTV and VH1 host Riki Rachtman (2010) and launched a clothing line DCMA Collective (2006). Now this multi-talented entertainer will be front and center at one of Vegas’ hottest nightclubs to make party goers “go wild” on the dance floor. The party kicks off at 10:30pm; call (702)994-9598 for guest list options.
Fighter Anthony Njokuani hosts the HERAEA UFC viewing party
How many of you have visited the new HERAEA sports restaurant at Palms? Okay, Palms is like one of the top off strip hangouts in Las Vegas. From great nightlife spots to non-stop gaming action to some of the best concerts and hottest pool parties in Vegas, Palms Resort is truly a premiere destination. Now, HERAEA has made Palms its home and the resort is even more so at the forefront of the “must visit” list when planning your day/ night out in Vegas. HERAEA is home to viewing top sporting events from around the world. Catch all the action from NBA, NHL, NFL, MLB and UFC along with other special events. Not to mention, HERAEA boasts luxurious seating, decor and the perfect ambiance for the sports enthusiast who is looking for a more upscale environment. The menu at HERAEA stays true to the “sports bar” theme but offers up a gourmet twist to all time favorites, the hot wing, the slider and the jalapeno popper with its rendition of “chicken lollipops,” “little kobe burgers” and “shrimp stuffed jalapenos.” To top all of this off HERAEA draws some of the biggest celebrities with most recent sightings of Mikel LeShoure, Mike Bibby and Michael Phelps, so you never know who you will see. On Saturday April 13th, come hang out with MMA Fighter Anthony Njokuani as he hosts the HERAEA UFC viewing party. The event of the hour will be the Ultimate Fighter 17 Finale with Faber vs. Jorgensen which airs at 6pm PST. For $20, you can enjoy a fight night special that includes sliders, wings, chicken fingers, piquillo poppers and french fries. In addition, the restaurant will feature $7 Belvedere cocktails and $20 Heineken or New Castle buckets of beer. Stop by HERAEA before heading to your “night out on the town”, believe us, you will not be disappointed.
Show Us Your Best Beyonce
Can you sing like Beyonce? Are you one of her biggest fans? Do you know all of her songs? Do people tell you that you remind them of Beyonce or that you look like her? Do you think that you have what it takes to showcase your skills and persona in front of a crowd? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you owe it to yourself to “Show Us Your Best Beyonce.” Come out on Saturday, April 13th, to the Galleria at Sunset, from 2pm-4pm in the food court. Several of Beyonce’s fans will enter a contest that showcases their singing, modeling and image (look-a-like) talent. Only the best impersonation of the Pop diva will walk away with tickets to her upcoming Las Vegas concert on June 29th. What better way to kick off the Summer than with a pair of tickets to one of the best concerts of the year. If you think you have what it takes to walk away with the most coveted prize of the afternoon, then come out and show us what you have. There will definitely be a large crowd, so be sure to arrive early so that you do not miss this once in a lifetime opportunity.
Vampire Weekend at Cosmopolitan
Indie rock band Vampire Weekend will perform live at the Boulevard Pool, Cosmopolitan Hotel on April 12th. The band released there debut album Vampire Weekend in 2008 and their music has quickly become well known since that time. Hit singles from the album include “Mansard Roof,” “Oxford Comma” and “The Kids Don’t Stand a Chance.” The album held a top 20 spot on the US and UK charts along with number 24 on Rolling Stone’s list of 100 greatest debut albums of all time. As you can see the band made quite an entrance onto the indie rock scene. Now fast forward five years later to today and the band is still going strong, due to drop their third studio album, Modern Vampires of the City in May 2013. In addition, the band had their second studio album Contra nominated for a Grammy Award, performed at various music festivals to include Coachella, SXSW and All Points West and toured throughout the US, UK, Canada and Australia promoting their music while increasing their fan base along the way. The band will only be in Vegas for one night so be sure to grab a pair of tickets before it is too late!
Vanilla Ice Live at LAX
Hey 90′s babies…Do you remember “ice, ice, baby?” If so, then you definitely know who Vanilla Ice is. Vanilla Ice is definitely a legendary hip-hop rapper of the early 90’s and on April 13th he will be taking over LAX Nightclub. Reviving old-school hip-hop and transporting us back to a time of grunge-style flannels and big hair, Vanilla Ice is sure to evoke a “deja vu” moment for party-goers. His most popular track “Ice ice baby” really put his name on the music charts, however, he does have other great hits such as “Cool as Ice” and “Play that funky music.” To The Extreme was his major label debut album and reports say it became the fastest-selling hip-hop album of all time. WTF – Wisdom, Tenacity & Focus (2011) is Vanilla Ice’s most recent album which means there is a chance that he may perform hits from this album for the crowd. In addition, be sure to check out his reality series “The Vanilla Ice Project” on the DIY Network. This Vanilla Ice performance is going to be quite a treat for hip-hop fans. Doors open at 10:30 pm; call (702)262-4529 for guest list information.
The Neighborhood Awards
“Mama, here come that man” and “My rich uncle” are just some of the references to the man that does it all, Steve Harvey. He is a comedian, radio personality, actor, television host and the man behind the Neighborhood Awards. The Neighborhood Awards weekend will kick off on August 9th for 3 days at both MGM Grand and Mandalay Bay resorts. The Neighborhood Awards formerly known as the “Hoodie Awards” will take place on August 10th. The Neighborhood Awards recognizes the accomplishments and contributions of both individuals and small businesses in urban areas across the United States. Individuals recognized include high school teachers, coaches and community leaders. Businesses include barber shops, beauty salons, nail salons, soul food and barbecue restaurants, high schools, churches and car washes. Members of the community nominate and vote on their favorites for a Neighborhood Award. Celebrities come out to present the awards on show night and to pay tribute to the winners. Other events that surround the Neighborhood Awards include The Steve Harvey Morning Show Live Broadcast (August 9th), Neighborhood Awards Interactive Expo (August 9th), The State Farm Freedom Friday Concert (August 9th), Ford Celebrity Blue Carpet (August 10th), Ford Awards After Party (August 10th), The Steve & Marjorie Harvey Foundation Charity Golf Tournament (August 11th) and The Neighborhood Awards Beach Party (August 11). Tickets for all events are currently on sale. Come out and support this great community event.





















