Around the Country and Around the World

Dame Shirley Bassey
10/21/2022 The BIRLEY SHASSEY Playlist10/21/2022
On the occasion of her 84th birthday, I have compiled a playlist that I dedicate to those who introduced me to the music of Dame Shirley Bassey DBE [Part 1 of 3]
The B-52s
This trio of performances in The Venetian Theatre might well be your last chance to see The World’s Greatest Party Band perform live; so read about The B-52's and how their song, Rock Lobster, would influence everyone from Dave Grohl and Kurt Cobain to John Lennon (and me)!
Superfrico
Helmed by ‘International Pizza Czar’ Anthony Falco, executive chef Mitch Emge, and ‘Principal Pourer’ Leo Robitschek; SUPERFRICO at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas offers a lively multisensory experience
The Barbacoa Boyz
When Pit Master Jay Austin teamed-up with Chef JP and his Arepa-making wizardry, The Barbacoa Boyz was created; and LA’s BBQ scene hasn’t been the same, since!
Diana Ross
Back at Wynn Las Vegas for six nights, as part of her Thank You Tour, the iconic Diana Ross presents a show worth seeing again and again
Churo Tower
The signature dessert at CHICA at The Venetian Resort, the Churro Tower—drizzled with a sinfully delicious spiced chocolate ganache—is not to be missed!
Boombox
Thanks to a roster of talent including CeeLo Green, J.J. Fad, Kid n’ Play, Thea Austin of SNAP!, Tone Lōc, and the legendary DJ Eric B, BOOMBOX! A VEGAS RESIDENCY ON SHUFFLE at Westgate Las Vegas is a party worth attending
Mexican Independence
Among the plethora of incredible Latin artists who will be performing on the Strip this Mexican Independence Week, these are the four I feel are not to be missed!
Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo
As Benatar Giraldo (Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, Class of 2022) prepares to return to Las Vegas—at Palms on Saturday, September 03—a look back at my interview with guitarist/writer/producer Neil Giraldo about guitars, performing, and life with Pat Benatar, from their 40th Anniversary tour [Part 2 of 2]