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Saturday, May 2, 2009 - 35 Views

Singing an afterthought for Britney Spears

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Britney Spears Circus Tour stop at MGM Grand Garden Arena on April 25.

The question you would naturally ask of Britney Spears, the artist in concert, is, “Is she singing?” It’s a fair question, as singing is integral to a performance by any recording star, but Spears seems to have rendered moot that question. It is so evident she doesn’t sing. She can’t be singing. She’s running the equivalent of several 110-meter dashes across three stages -- one a giant circle set in the middle of the arena, and two other smaller circular platforms on either side -- and never sounds winded. There is no panting, gasping or lapses in her perfectly balanced vocal track to indicate that she is actually singing without some sort of technical assistance or audio augmentation. There are no big screens to show the audience her pretty face, to match her mouth movements to the soaring vocals filling the arena. But Spears has pulled a fast one on us. Her astonishingly loyal fans don’t seem to care if she’s singing, or even if she addresses them directly. Last night, I attended Spears’ “Circus” performance at the Grand Garden Arena, an 85-minute showcase during which she changed costumes a dozen times and spoke hardly at all to her wildly loyal fans. People traveled from across the globe, or at least the hemisphere -- I sat in front of four young women who made the trip from Windsor, Ontario, just for the show -- to watch Spears perform. Spears never took time to get real, to say, “You know, I’ve been through a lot already in my career, but here I am, in fabulous Las Vegas, giving you my best, because I’m still just a gal from Louisiana who loves to dance around in shiny lingerie and three-inch heels.” Instead, she waited nearly 30 minutes before asking, “Las Vegas! How you doin’?” Thirty minutes later, it was, “Las Vegas, you rock!” If you sub in, say, “Phoenix” or “L.A.” as the city, it’s the same shtick she performs at every tour stop. But if those in last night’s announced sellout crowd of 14,500 who paid up to $275 face value for tickets at the Grand Garden don’t care if she sings or even talks, who’s harmed? At this level of entertainment, ignorance is not only bliss, it’s euphoric. After two songs, when it became obvious we were watching the grandest karaoke act ever, I turned to one of the Canadians, Rosanna DiCarlo of Windsor, and asked, “What do you think so far?” “Totally worth it,” she shouted.

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Saturday, May 2, 2009 - 25 Views

Hugh Hefner says he wants Holly Madison back in The Playboy Mansion

Kendra Wilkinson, Bridget Marquardt, Hugh Hefner, Holly Madison and Crystal Harris.

Just hours before Playboy king Hugh Hefner jets into town for the first ever unveiling here of the new Playboy Playmate of the Year, he’s admitted that he’s still in love with Holly Madison -- and says he’d welcome his 29-year-old former flame back to The Playboy Mansion in an instant. The surprise -- and shocking -- revelation will be found tomorrow in our sister Niche Magazine glossy Los Angeles Confidential. In an exclusive interview with my longtime friend Jason Binn, 83-year-old Hef admits, “Holly is still the love of his life.” When I interviewed Hef recently for Vegas DeLuxe on camera, he admitted that her loss was a major emotional speed bump for him. That was despite the fact he was celebrating his birthday at Palms Place here with new gal pal Crystal Harris and the two Shannon twin sisters Karissa and Kristina. “How serious and intimate and important that works out to be, well, we’ll have to wait and see,” says Hef in tomorrow’s new issue. “It is only a couple of months old.” However, Holly doesn’t look to be moving back in with Hef. She told me at his recent birthday celebration: “I think the world of Hef, and I had a wonderful time at the Mansion, but it was time for us to go on our own way and lead our own lives.” Holly, however, has accepted Hef's invitation to attend the PMOY unveiling here. Bridget Marquardt and Kendra Wilkinson, the other two blonde Girls Next Door, also have moved out of the Mansion. Meantime, Holly’s already busy developing her own reality TV show to start filming -- hopefully here in Vegas -- after her run on The Girls Next Door ends this season. Holly, who dated magician Criss Angel after the breakup with Hef, had her Playboy tattoo removed yesterday, reports our colleague Melissa Arseniuk -- click HERE for that story!
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Hugh Hefner celebrates his 82nd birthday party last April at Trader Vic's. Kendra Wilkinson and Bridget Marquardt are seated to Hef's right.

Hef confesses to Los Angeles Confidential he regrets that his two marriages failed. The first was to Mildred Williams in 1949 and the second to Playmate Kimberly Conrad in 1989. They are actually still legally married, having never divorced. The weekend celebrations here at the Palms mark the first time that Hef has left the Mansion for the annual PMOY luncheon, which will be held as a star-studded dinner party at Palms Place. I was invited to the unveiling, but because of major wedding anniversary commitments, I wont be able to attend.
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Saturday, May 2, 2009 - 21 Views

Hugh Hefner to reveal Playmate of the Year in Las Vegas for first time

Jennifer Campbell, Hugh Hefner and Natalie Campbell.

It’s a huge celebration weekend for Palms hotel tycoon George Maloof when he welcomes his hero Hugh Hefner back to the casino resort for the first ever Las Vegas unveiling of Playboy’s 2009 Playmate of the Year. The winner will be the 50th annual PMOY! Traditionally, the Playboy founder has always introduced the new beauty at a Playboy Mansion luncheon in Beverly Hills. Now it will be at a special dinner in chef Kerry Simon’s restaurant on the sixth floor of Palms Place. Brande Roderick, who stars in Celebrity Apprentice and was Playmate of the Year in 2001, will be the host for the event, and some 60 Playmates from the past 55 years of Hef’s history will brighten the pool deck and patios at the celebrity- filled restaurant. The identity of the winner is kept a secret right up until the last moments, but we do know she will win $100,000, a 2009 Mazda6 and a one-of-a-kind engraved bottle of Patron Platinum tequila. Although I will be at a wedding anniversary dinner tomorrow night, I will have a one-on-one interview with the new PMOY early Sunday morning. Vegas Deluxe also will have full Sunday coverage from our contributing photographers and our colleagues here at Greenspun Interactive.
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Hugh Hefner and Kelly Carrington.

George’s splashy extravaganza weekend kicks off today with the opening of his third summer season at the Palms pool and bungalows for “Ditch Fridays.” Hosting the debut day is Michelle McLaughlin (February 2008), A.J. Alexander (May 2008), Juliette Frette (June 2008), Laura Croft (July 2008), Kayla Collins (August 2008), Kelly Carrington (October 2008) and identical twin sisters Jennifer and Natalie Campbell (December 2008).
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Saturday, May 2, 2009 - 20 Views

five-tier cake for Mariah Carey & Nick Cannon’s 1st anniversary

Nick Cannon and Mariah Carey.

The dynamic duo of Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon have popped in and out of Las Vegas during their first year of marriage. Now they are celebrating the actual anniversary, although no word that she will be on her hubby’s arm when he spins a guest DJ set tonight at Moon in the Palms Fantasy Tower. The event invitation is to “Come Celebrate Nick and Mariah’s 1st year of marriage.” I don’t know anybody who actually celebrates 12 months of marriage by working in a nightclub for a paycheck, but partying in one -- absolutely yes! So let’s hope the newlyweds show up together for the party portion of the night.

Nick Cannon and Mariah Carey cut their first anniversary cake at Moon in the Palms.

Superstar singer Mariah Carey and comedy actor and hip-hop star Nick Cannon celebrated their one-year wedding anniversary last night -- as we first reported on Vegas DeLuxe yesterday -- and they were still celebrating early today! They checked into George Maloof's Palms and then started the partying with dinner for 50 family and friends at Iron Chef winner Kerry Simon’s celebrity haunt Simon at the adjoining Palms Place. Among those partying with the romantic and happy couple were Floyd Mayweather Jr., Antonio “L.A.” Reid, Sanaa Lathan, Steve Bartles and Tyrese Gibson.
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Saturday, May 2, 2009 - 62 Views

Sapphire Gentlemens Club Opens Sexy Pool@ The Rio

Khloe and Kourtney Kardashian.

Two of the three Kardashian sisters are back in town this weekend, and they’re joining basketball star Robert Horry to host the grand opening of the sexy Brazilian theme Sapphire Pool at The Rio. Yes, that world famous Sapphire Men’s Adult Club, which means if you don’t want tan lines, just toss your top! Musician Alisa Apps will present a special live performance, too. The NBA star played ball for 16 years, winning seven championships while with the Houston Rockets, the L.A. Lakers and the San Antonio Spurs. Khloe and Kourtney Kardashian will be representing the Keeping Up clan while Kim is away in New York. Khloe and Kourtney are about to open their second Dash boutique in South Beach, and the cameras will follow them there to record those adventures for the reality show. Tomorrow’s party runs for three hours starting at 7 p.m., with the red carpet photo op at 8:30.
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Saturday, May 2, 2009 - 15 Views

Your request is being processed... DANNY GANS DIES: Vegas Entertainment Legend Passed Away

In this Feb. 18, 2007 photo provided by the Las Vegas News Bureau, Danny Gans attends the NBA All-Star game in Las Vegas. Gans, a singer, comedian, actor and impressionist died Friday, May 1, 2009, at his Las vegas home, according to Wynn Las Vegas spokeswoman Jennifer Dunne. He was 52.

 

Singer-actor-impressionist Danny Gans, who spent more than a decade as one of the most popular entertainers in Las Vegas, died Friday. He was 52. Gans was pronounced dead in his bed shortly after police and paramedics were summoned to his home about 3:45 a.m., said police spokesman Todd Rasmussen.

Foul play was not suspected, but police were investigating "according to standard procedure," Rasmussen said.

Clark County Coroner Michael Murphy released a statement saying a medical examination would be done Friday, but it could take several weeks to receive laboratory results and determine the cause of death.

Gans' manager and longtime friend, Chip Lightman, said Gans was in good health but slept poorly after Wednesday's show and took a nap late Thursday afternoon, a day off. He stayed in bed into the evening, and his wife, Julie, summoned police when she couldn't rouse him after 3 a.m.

"This makes no sense," said Lightman, who said Gans didn't use illegal drugs, didn't smoke and had no apparent medical issues. "I managed him 18 years and health was never an issue."

Lightman described Gans, who had a bit part as third baseman Deke in the 1988 baseball film "Bull Durham," as an energetic health nut who watched his diet, loved to perform, and relished his involvement in Las Vegas area fundraisers and philanthropic causes.

Gans was mourned by two Las Vegas entertainment legends, Siegfried Fischbacher and Roy Horn.

Like Gans and Wayne Newton, the careers of the German duo became synonymous with Las Vegas after they brought their acts to the Strip.

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Tuesday, April 14, 2009 - 19 Views

Las Vegas Bottle Mayhem and Win Free Bottles Every Week

That’s right! MyVegasScene.com in conjunction with ND’s “The Club” at the Rio Hotel and Casino is giving away FREE BOTTLES to you, every single week! We’re calling it “Bottle Mayhem” for no other reason than the fact that we’ll be giving out bottles and VIP tables left and right. All you have to do is enter to win. And to kick start Bottle Mayhem 2009, we’ve decided to give away FOUR free VIP tables with bottle service this Wednesday April 15th at the nightclub. Yes, FOUR. Bottle Mayhem Las Vegas Here’s how it works. All you have to do is join the guest list for ND’s “The Club” for this or ANY Wednesday by clicking the guest list link from the venue page or the events pages. Once you’re on the guest list, you will gain complimentary admission and one free drink ticket with local ID. On top of that, you’ll be automatically entered into our Bottle Mayhem Giveaway. You MUST check-in at the club on the guest list on the Wednesday in which you have signed up for to be eligible to win. The winner will be announced at the door and will be awarded the FREE VIP Table and complimentary bottle (gratuity not included!). On top of everything the MyVegasScene.com Crew have worked out some killer deals for the people that do show up and don’t win the table. Simply ask a host about the MyVegasScene.com Bottle special for the night to see what kind of crazy deal we have worked on bottle each night. Who knows it could be $25 bottles or it could be $150 bottles only way to find out is ask a host once your inside. You have nothing to lose. Join the guest list and come check out ND’s “The Club” on Wednesday. The MyVegasScene crew will be there as well as our good friend DJ Roger Gangi – spinning hip hop and top 40’s. And NO, this is not strictly a Latin-club! See you there. Let’s pop some bottles during Bottle Mayhem!
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Tuesday, April 14, 2009 - 11 Views

Go See The Solar DJ Booth at the Palms Pool This Weekend

 

You read it correct. The Palms Casino Resort will be doing its part to help save the Earth by using a Solar Powered DJ Booth at their Palms Pool on April 17th. It’s being referred to as “Earth Weekend – Benefiting Conservation International” which will be Friday April 17th through Sunday, April 19th. This three-day event will showcase N9NE Group’s path for a sustainable future.

Palms Casino Resort Uses Solar DJ Booth

Sustainable Waves is a company that has invested in the future by utilizing the renewable energy sources of the sun to deliver 100% pollution free concerts around the world.

“Most people are unaware that the generation of electricity is the largest source of industrial air pollution,” states their website, SustainableWaves.com. “Our solar powered stages, sound and lighting systems are fully-functioning examples of a complete design. Our solar stages give performers an opportunity to educate the community about the benefits of renewable energy while delivering a concert with state of the art sound quality.”

N9NE Group and Sustainable Waves will unveil Las Vegas’ first solar powered DJ Booth at the Palms pool from noon to 7pm! There will also be a special appearance by Las Vegas’ first veggie oil bus. At 7pm at Brenden Theaters inside of the Palms Casino Resort, they’ll be showing a flick called “Gashole” which is about a secret 100 MPG car. The next day (on Saturday) from noon – 7pm at the pool, Sustainable Waves will display green house gas-eating algae generators. At Brenden theaters at 7pm, they’ll be showing “FOOD Inc” – a film that tells the shocking truth about what we eat. Lastly, on Sunday, Brenden will be showing a film called “Everything’s Cool” – a film about America finally understanding global warming.

If you’re never seen a solar powered DJ Booth or want to witness N9NE group make Las Vegas history, you might want to check out The Palms Pool and Brenden Theaters on the weekend of April 17th-19th.



“We are thrilled to be working with an environmentally progressive company such as the N9NE Group,” said President of Sustainable Waves, Mark McLarry. “Together, we hope to continue pioneering the way restaurants, nightclubs and casinos can lessen their environmental impact.”

“The Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) is committed to sustainability and proud to partner with N9NE Group and the Palms Casino Resort to bring the community our Grease Bus – a transit vehicle that will be powered by used vegetable oil provided by the N9NE Steakhouse,” said RTC General Manager Jacob Snow. “This vehicle is a great example of the RTC’s progressive approach to going green.”

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Tuesday, April 14, 2009 - 11 Views

Las Vegas Bottle Mayhem and Win Free Bottles Every Week

That’s right! MyVegasScene.com in conjunction with ND’s “The Club" at the Rio Hotel and Casino is giving away FREE BOTTLES to you, every single week!

We’re calling it “Bottle Mayhem” for no other reason than the fact that we’ll be giving out bottles and VIP tables left and right. All you have to do is enter to win. And to kick start Bottle Mayhem 2009, we’ve decided to give away FOUR free VIP tables with bottle service this Wednesday April 15th at the nightclub. Yes, FOUR.

Bottle Mayhem Las Vegas




Here’s how it works. All you have to do is join the guest list for ND’s “The Club” for this or ANY Wednesday by clicking the guest list link from the venue page or the events pages. Once you’re on the guest list, you will gain complimentary admission and one free drink ticket with local ID. On top of that, you’ll be automatically entered into our Bottle Mayhem Giveaway. You MUST check-in at the club on the guest list on the Wednesday in which you have signed up for to be eligible to win. The winner will be announced at the door and will be awarded the FREE VIP Table and complimentary bottle (gratuity not included!).

On top of everything the MyVegasScene.com Crew have worked out some killer deals for the people that do show up and don’t win the table. Simply ask a host about the MyVegasScene.com Bottle special for the night to see what kind of crazy deal we have worked on bottle each night. Who knows it could be $25 bottles or it could be $150 bottles only way to find out is ask a host once your inside.

You have nothing to lose. Join the guest list and come check out ND’s “The Club” on Wednesday. The MyVegasScene crew will be there as well as our good friend DJ Roger Gangi – spinning hip hop and top 40’s. And NO, this is not strictly a Latin-club! See you there. Let’s pop some bottles during Bottle Mayhem!