Music

Matt Friend says of his NHL Awards hosting role: “I like coming in with a purpose and a job.” Original article: https://www.reviewjournal.com/entertainment/entertainment-columns/kats/hot-comic-makes-a-power-play-at-las-vegas-nhl-awards-show-3075859/

Insomniac’s flagship Electric Daisy Carnival made its Vegas debut in 2011. Thirteen years later, the festival is bigger than ever. Original article: https://www.reviewjournal.com/entertainment/arts-culture/looking-back-at-the-first-years-of-edc-las-vegas-photos-3050750/

Country superstar Garth Brooks twice called to the Dolby Live crowd that he wants to play a residency in the theater. Original article: https://www.reviewjournal.com/entertainment/entertainment-columns/kats/garth-brooks-cuts-to-the-chase-he-wants-a-vegas-residency-2525396/

Miranda Lambert has added nine shows on the Strip in ’24, and that’s it for “Velvet Rodeo.” Original article: https://www.reviewjournal.com/entertainment/entertainment-columns/kats/strip-headliner-closing-las-vegas-destination-show-2958815/

Lawrence Gowan’s signature effect is a keyboard that rotates 360 degrees. The stage piece dates to 1990, and involves legendary Rush guitarist Alex Lifeson. Original article: https://www.reviewjournal.com/entertainment/entertainment-columns/kats/fiery-video-inspired-styx-keyboardist-to-step-out-2722164/

With Adele’s future uncertain, nearly a dozen workers at the Colosseum will be laid off for the summer. Original article: https://www.reviewjournal.com/entertainment/entertainment-columns/kats/adeles-vegas-options-dwindling-amid-caesars-layoffs-2593759/

Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo play the first show at Pearl Concert Theater since Billy Idol in March 2020. Original article: https://www.reviewjournal.com/entertainment/entertainment-columns/kats/pat-benatar-and-neil-giraldo-to-re-open-pearl-at-the-palms-2591551/

Johnny Friday felt like an elephant was standing on his chest. He finished the gig anyway. Original article: https://www.reviewjournal.com/entertainment/entertainment-columns/kats/vegas-drummer-back-after-onstage-heart-attack-2626668/

Snakehips, Big Boi and Vandelux are among the new acts playing the F1 Silver Stage during November’s race event. Original article: https://www.reviewjournal.com/entertainment/entertainment-columns/kats/trio-of-headliners-driver-qas-added-to-f1-las-vegas-event-3165723/

Travis Scott showed up at Rick Ross’ performance at Drai’s as James Harden led the party fast-break. Original article: https://www.reviewjournal.com/entertainment/entertainment-columns/kats/travis-scott-diddy-in-pop-up-strip-nightclub-performances-2899947/