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Southern Rockers Outlaws Introduce New Lineup

Southern Rockers Outlaws Introduce New Lineup

The death of the Outlaws' co-founder Hughie Thomasson last year came at a time when the Southern rockers had finished a new studio album.

Wheels Set in Motion for Willie Nelson's Next CD

Wheels Set in Motion for Willie Nelson's Next CD

County music icon Willie Nelson stays as busy as his younger peers in the industry. In the past five years, Nelson has released more than 10 albums.

Moonalice Plays at Crystal Bay

Moonalice Plays at Crystal Bay

Moonalice will perform at a free show at 10 p.m. Jan. 10 in the Crown Room at the Crystal Bay Casino.

Sheep Dip

Sheep Dip

The 45th annual "Sheep Dip" fundraiser takes place at 8 p.m. Jan. 9-10 in the Celebrity Showroom at John Ascuaga's Nugget.

Lewis Plans to Be Real When He Performs

Lewis Plans to Be Real When He Performs

If practice makes perfect, three-time Grammy nominee Aaron Lewis is certain to have an imperfect show when he appears Jan. 9 at the Silver Legacy Resort Casino.

Little Anthony, Imperials Perform Doo Wop Hits

Little Anthony, Imperials Perform Doo Wop Hits

Anthony Gourdine earned his well-known nickname - Little Anthony - from a great source: legendary disc jockey Alan Freed.

George Clinton Will Tear Roof off Grand Sierra

George Clinton Will Tear Roof off Grand Sierra

After pioneering a popular sound of the '70s, George Clinton has returned to his roots on his latest album.

In With the New: Welcome 2009 at a Party

In With the New: Welcome 2009 at a Party

If you like your New Year's Eve wild or mild, area casinos have the alternative for watching it all unfold on television instead.

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Bleu Screen

Bleu Screen

Warren Miller's film "Children of Winter" will be shown Dec. 5-6 at the MontBleu Resort Casino and Spa.

Monkey Tale

Monkey Tale

Featuring martial arts, acrobatics, magic and dancing, "The Monkey King" returns to Sammy's Showroom at Harrah's Reno.

High-Energy Bluegrass

High-Energy Bluegrass

Don't let the name fool you - Trampled by Turtles is a fast-moving, energetic jam band.

Soft Rock Hits Fill Air Supply's Repertoire

Soft Rock Hits Fill Air Supply's Repertoire

Fans of soft rock group Air Supply better be ready to rock at a Dec. 6 show at Harrah's Lake Tahoe.

Martin Short Returns To Silver Legacy

Martin Short Returns To Silver Legacy

Come see Martin Short when he appears at to Silver Legacy Resort Casino on January 31 at 8 p.m. in the Grande Exposition Hall.

Casinos Prepare Thanksgiving Dinner

Casinos Prepare Thanksgiving Dinner

Giving thanks for family and friends doesn't mean spending all of Thanksgiving Day in the kitchen.

Terry Fator's Show Packed with Impressions

Terry Fator's Show Packed with Impressions

It took 20-plus years in show business for Terry Fator to become an overnight success.

Two Acts From '70s Playing at Atlantis

Two Acts From '70s Playing at Atlantis

Two hitmakers from the '70s are on the same bill at Thanksgiving weekend shows at the Atlantis Casino Resort Spa. Both Ambrosia and John Ford Coley released top 10 songs in that era.

Temptations, Four Tops Prepare to Perform Their Hits

Temptations, Four Tops Prepare to Perform Their Hits

Two legendary Motown groups, the Temptations and the Four Tops, perform their hits from the '60s and '70s when they share the stage Nov. 29 at the Silver Legacy Resort Casino.

Vivid Alter-Egos, Visual Style Characterize Tubes Show

Vivid Alter-Egos, Visual Style Characterize Tubes Show

From its early 1970s beginnings in San Francisco, the Tubes' concept was to mock the latest music trends.

Smooth Jazz Grooves Resonate at Lake

Smooth Jazz Grooves Resonate at Lake

A two-day celebration of smooth jazz music takes place Nov. 28-29 at the Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa and Casino in Incline Village.

Adbacadabra Details Tribute to ABBA

Adbacadabra Details Tribute to ABBA

Fate came in the form of a cassette tape for Gary Raffanelli. The producer and star of Adbacadabra pitched the idea for an ABBA tribute band after he listened to a tape in his car.

Australian Pink Floyd Takes on 'The Wall'

Australian Pink Floyd Takes on 'The Wall'

Australian Pink Floyd, recreating the music of the iconic rock band Pink Floyd, will appear at two shows Nov. 28-29 at John Ascuaga's Nugget.

'Children of Winter' Film Screening

'Children of Winter' Film Screening

Warren Miller's film "Children of Winter" will be shown Nov. 28-29 in the Crown Room at the Crystal Bay Casino.

Cantopop Icon Sam Hui

Cantopop Icon Sam Hui

Hong Kong music and movie star Sam Hui performs Nov. 27 at the Reno Events Center.

Margaret Cho's Life, Comedy Have Evolved

Margaret Cho's Life, Comedy Have Evolved

The end of comedian Margaret Cho's yearlong "Beautiful Tour" is approaching quickly. In fact, the tour's final performance will take place Nov. 22 at the Silver Legacy Resort Casino.

Sample Tasty Musical Offerings from Los Lonely Boys

Sample Tasty Musical Offerings from Los Lonely Boys

JoJo Garza of Los Lonely Boys knows it's getting harder to get his band's music heard, partly due to the influx of new artists.

Protozoa is Fodder for Medeski Martin and Wood

Protozoa is Fodder for Medeski Martin and Wood

A single-celled organism turned out to be the inspiration for the latest offering from the alternative jazz band Medeski Martin and Wood.

 Reno Bands Perform Dylan Songs for Benefit

Reno Bands Perform Dylan Songs for Benefit

Eighteen local bands cover their favorite Bob Dylan song at "Dylan for Dollars" on Nov. 21 at John Ascuaga's Nugget.

James Van Praagh Connects with Spirit World

James Van Praagh Connects with Spirit World

When naysayers brand medium James Van Praagh a fraud, he takes it in stride.

Get Pampered at Spa Toscana

Get Pampered at Spa Toscana

Spa Toscana, now open at the Peppermill Resort Casino, offers a spa experience with a focus on holistic rejuvenation and renewal.

From Writing to Producing, Hiatt Does 'Whole Shebang'

From Writing to Producing, Hiatt Does 'Whole Shebang'

John Hiatt is the kind of singer-songwriter who goes his own way. In 30-plus years of work, he's played in many styles and earned a steady following.

'Ain't Down Yet': Debbie Reynolds Keeps Going

'Ain't Down Yet': Debbie Reynolds Keeps Going

In her 60-year career, Debbie Reynolds has seen her share of hardships.

 Jose Feliciano's Hits Have Crossover Appeal

Jose Feliciano's Hits Have Crossover Appeal

Catch singer, guitarist and songwriter Jose Feliciano performing at a Nov. 15 show at Harrah's Lake Tahoe.

Warm Up to Hot Blues at Fall Blues Ball

Warm Up to Hot Blues at Fall Blues Ball

Pinetop Perkins, Willie "Big Eyes" Smith, and Roy Rogers and the Delta Rhythm Kings headline the Fall Blues Ball on Nov. 14 at the Crystal Bay Casino.

Ozomatli's Music Transcends Barriers

Ozomatli's Music Transcends Barriers

The members of Ozomatli don't shy away from expressing their opinions. They publicly stated their opposition to the Bush administration's war in Iraq long before it was a popular stance.

 Bill Gaither Builds Stable of Gospel Artists

Bill Gaither Builds Stable of Gospel Artists

One of the architects of contemporary gospel music will bring his vocal group, as well as members of his family of artists, for a show in Reno.

Satriani, Mountain Team Up for Concert

Satriani, Mountain Team Up for Concert

Guitar solos will be flying furiously during a double bill with Joe Satriani and Mountain featuring guitarist Leslie West and drummer Corky Laing.

Trans-Siberian Orchestra Rocks Out to Christmas songs

Trans-Siberian Orchestra Rocks Out to Christmas songs

It's a diverse audience that follows Trans-Siberian Orchestra. This band has melded classical music with rock, often around Christmas themes, for several successful tours around the world.

Musician Leo Kottke Shreds Six- and 12-String Guitars

Musician Leo Kottke Shreds Six- and 12-String Guitars

Kottke's finger-picking guitar skills incorporate blues, jazz, classical and folk styles.

Get Sold on Keller Williams' Quirky Stylings

Get Sold on Keller Williams' Quirky Stylings

For Keller Williams, performing live is as much for himself as for his audience.

 Rappers Add Grooves to Galactic's CD

Rappers Add Grooves to Galactic's CD

When Galactic's singer, Theryl DeClouet, departed in 2004, the group continued on as an instrumental quintet.

Blue Öyster Cult is Burnin' to Play Classic Hits

Blue Öyster Cult is Burnin' to Play Classic Hits

Blue Öyster Cult hasn't released an album of new material since 2001's "The Curse of the Hidden Mirror," but it hasn't been dormant, either.

Fundraiser with Earshot

Fundraiser with Earshot

Alt-metal rockers Earshot will perform Nov. 8 at John Ascuaga's Nugget in a benefit for the United Way of Northern Nevada and the Sierra.

 Bistro Napa Chefs Like Playing with Food

Bistro Napa Chefs Like Playing with Food

Chefs Clay Slieff and Ben Deinken are just two guys having fun with things such as strawberry-vanilla cotton candy

 Smothers Brothers Roll Out Music, Comedy, Politics

Smothers Brothers Roll Out Music, Comedy, Politics

When a TV network launched a variety show starring the Smothers Brothers, clean-cut siblings who played folk music during their comedy act, it wasn't expecting any controversy.

Hear Fishbone Play Punk-Rock Reggae

Hear Fishbone Play Punk-Rock Reggae

Fishbone's latest offering - 2006's "Still Stuck in Your Throat," its first studio album in six years - shouldn't be considered a comeback record.

 Neil Young Will Never Fade Away

Neil Young Will Never Fade Away

If you are a Neil Young fan, you learn to play catch-up with the 62-year-old singer-songwriter - and it can be a challenge.

It's Time for Morris Day to Bring Back Sounds of '80s

It's Time for Morris Day to Bring Back Sounds of '80s

With his familiar refrain of "What Time Is It?" Morris Day led the Time to funk success in the early '80s.

 Interpreting Tom Jones

Interpreting Tom Jones

Keith Williams presents the Tom Jones Experience on Oct. 31 at the Cal Neva Lodge and Casino in Crystal Bay.

 Hinder Knows How to Have a Good Time

Hinder Knows How to Have a Good Time

If you want swagger in your rock 'n' roll, Hinder has plenty of it. A concert with Hinder, Trapt and Rev Theory takes place Nov. 1 at the Grand Sierra Resort and Casino.

 Chefs, Chocolatiers Prepare to Cast Sweet Spell

Chefs, Chocolatiers Prepare to Cast Sweet Spell

The evening after their children go out trick-or-treating, the region's adults will partake of the magic that only chocolate can exude.

More Than Mimicking

More Than Mimicking

After a four-year hiatus, "Carnival Cabaret" returns to the Lake Tahoe Horizon Casino Resort. Featuring female impersonators, it was the longest-running show in Lake Tahoe history.

Son Celebrates Dean Martin's Music, Life

Son Celebrates Dean Martin's Music, Life

Ricci Martin, the son of the late Dean Martin, shares his famous father's songs and stories for two shows Oct. 17-18 at John Ascuaga's Nugget.

Big on Blues

Big on Blues

Lil' Dave Thompson brings Mississippi Delta blues to an Oct. 17 free show at the Crystal Bay Casino.

Rooted in Americana

Rooted in Americana

Dedringers plays its folk-rock music at a free show Oct. 20 at the Crystal Bay Casino.

Squeeze in Some Italian Culture at Eldorado Festival

Squeeze in Some Italian Culture at Eldorado Festival

When Greg Carano serves up pasta at the 27th annual Eldorado Great Italian Festival, he will serve up warm memories...

Santana's Anthology is Personal Letter to Fans

Santana's Anthology is Personal Letter to Fans

It has been nearly a decade since Carlos Santana and the band that bears his name enjoyed one of the most spectacular comebacks in rock history.

Starship Navigates Through Harrah's

Starship Navigates Through Harrah's

Singer Mickey Thomas pilots Starship to an Oct. 11 show at Harrah's Lake Tahoe.

Hong Kong Queen of Pop

Hong Kong Queen of Pop

Hong Kong's pop diva Joey Yung sings Oct. 11 at the Peppermill Resort Casino.

 Bikers Looking For Adventure at Street Vibrations

Bikers Looking For Adventure at Street Vibrations

April might come in like a lion and go out like a lamb, but in these parts, September floats in gently and then roars through town with the sound of thousands of motorcycles...

Queensr’che Shows Off Diverse Music Tastes

Queensr’che Shows Off Diverse Music Tastes

It may be an unlikely concept: Queensr’che recording songs by Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young; Gamble and Huff; and Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice. But the metal meisters did just that...

Nugent Still Playing Rock 'n' Roll and Shooting Off Mouth

Nugent Still Playing Rock 'n' Roll and Shooting Off Mouth

At age 60, Ted Nugent shows no signs of slowing down ? or shutting up.

Blues Musician Earns 'Iron Man' Tag

Blues Musician Earns 'Iron Man' Tag

Bluesman Michael Burks' nickname is "Iron Man," which he received because of the long live shows he typically plays.

Buckwheat Zydeco Squeezes Out Party Music

Buckwheat Zydeco Squeezes Out Party Music

Buckwheat Zydeco's music is a union of traditional and contemporary zydeco infused with an urban sound.

Royal Crown Revue Reigns Over Swing

Royal Crown Revue Reigns Over Swing

Neo-swing band Royal Crown Revue gets the room moving at a Sept. 27 show at Harrah's Lake Tahoe.

 Dance to Groovy Beats of Jam Band Garaj Mahal

Dance to Groovy Beats of Jam Band Garaj Mahal

The jazz-funk grooves of Garaj Mahal can be heard at a Sept. 27 show at the Tahoe Biltmore in Crystal Bay.

Jazz Singer Belts Out Tunes

Jazz Singer Belts Out Tunes

Singer-bandleader Terese Genecco performs her show "Swingin' in Reno" on Sept. 27 at the Peppermill Resort Casino. The performance is part of the American Songbook Series.

Laugh Out Loud During SF Comedy Competition

Laugh Out Loud During SF Comedy Competition

The semi-final round of the 33rd annual San Francisco International Comedy Competition takes place Sept. 27 at the MontBleu Resort Casino and Spa.

David Sanborn Soothes Soul with Saxophone Playing

David Sanborn Soothes Soul with Saxophone Playing

Think of David Sanborn and, most likely, smooth jazz will come to mind.  But smooth jazz isn't a term the saxophonist thinks best describes his style, he said in a CNN interview.

Variety of Songs Gets Jarreau Touch

Variety of Songs Gets Jarreau Touch

Al Jarreau put his smooth vocal stylings on two albums this year.

Otherwordly Theme Surrounds Feats of Strength,

Otherwordly Theme Surrounds Feats of Strength,

There's something about the unknown that intrigues the mind, provoking a search for truth while the imagination runs wild with possibilities.

 'Queen of Mean' Wears Title Proudly

'Queen of Mean' Wears Title Proudly

When Lisa Lampanelli stays true to herself, it usually means offending those around her. The self-described "Lovable Queen of Mean" is known for her foul mouth and raunchy humor.

Guitarist Derek Trucks Arrives with Band in Tow

Guitarist Derek Trucks Arrives with Band in Tow

The Derek Trucks Band plays its blend of jazz, rock, blues and world music at a Sept. 19 show at the Crystal Bay Casino.

Cultural Fusion of Music Goes Into Del Castillo's Songs

Cultural Fusion of Music Goes Into Del Castillo's Songs

Del Castillo puts on a cross-cultural music show Sept. 18 at the Tahoe Biltmore in Crystal Bay and Sept. 19 at the MontBleu Resort Casino and Spa.

Cecilio and Kapono Embody Laid-Back Vibe of Hawaii

Cecilio and Kapono Embody Laid-Back Vibe of Hawaii

With sweet harmonies and signature guitar riffs, Cecilio and Kapono bring their laid-back Hawaiian music to a Sept. 20 show at the Crystal Bay Casino.

Soulful Pop

Soulful Pop

Mike Zito performs a free show Sept. 23 at the Crystal Bay Casino.

Lindsey Buckingham Wraps Up 'Gift of Screws'

Lindsey Buckingham Wraps Up 'Gift of Screws'

Lindsey Buckingham is on tour in support of his fifth solo album, "Gift of Screws," which is due Sept. 16. He'll perform Sept. 12 at Harrah's Lake Tahoe.

Folk-Soul Music Finds Room In Amos Lee's 'Lodge'

Folk-Soul Music Finds Room In Amos Lee's 'Lodge'

With his eponymous debut album in 2005, Amos Lee quietly took a spot on the folk-soul music scene.

K.C. Brings Sunshine Into Fans' Lives

K.C. Brings Sunshine Into Fans' Lives

Turn the wayback machine to the 1970s, put on your boogie shoes and get ready to shake your booty.

Stone Temple Pilots Settle In For Reunion

Stone Temple Pilots Settle In For Reunion

People may call the Stone Temple Pilots tour a reunion outing.

Country Artist Neal McCoy Takes Good Care of Faithful

Country Artist Neal McCoy Takes Good Care of Faithful

Neal McCoy cares what people think. And he cares he can give them what they want when they come see him perform.

Saving Landscape Inspires J.J. Grey, Mofro

Saving Landscape Inspires J.J. Grey, Mofro

J.J. Grey and Mofro take the stage at a Sept. 17 concert at the Crystal Bay Casino. Opening the show is Hill Country Revue featuring members of the North Mississippi Allstars.

David Allan Coe is a Renegade in Country Music Scene

David Allan Coe is a Renegade in Country Music Scene

Notorious stories have circulated about David Allan Coe, who takes the stage Sept. 13 at the MontBleu Resort Casino and Spa.

 Eclectic Licks

Eclectic Licks

Electric guitar player Buckethead, along with That 1 Guy, plays Sept. 14 in the Crown Room at the Crystal Bay Casino.

Stone Temple Pilots

Stone Temple Pilots

One of this summer's most highly-anticipated music events has arrived.

Moonalice Plays at Crystal Bay

Moonalice Plays at Crystal Bay

Moonalice will perform at a free show at 10 p.m. Jan. 10 in the Crown Room at the Crystal Bay Casino.

Sheep Dip

Sheep Dip

The 45th annual "Sheep Dip" fundraiser takes place at 8 p.m. Jan. 9-10 in the Celebrity Showroom at John Ascuaga's Nugget.

Lewis Plans to Be Real When He Performs

Lewis Plans to Be Real When He Performs

If practice makes perfect, three-time Grammy nominee Aaron Lewis is certain to have an imperfect show when he appears Jan. 9 at the Silver Legacy Resort Casino.

Little Anthony, Imperials Perform Doo Wop Hits

Little Anthony, Imperials Perform Doo Wop Hits

Anthony Gourdine earned his well-known nickname - Little Anthony - from a great source: legendary disc jockey Alan Freed.

George Clinton Will Tear Roof off Grand Sierra

George Clinton Will Tear Roof off Grand Sierra

After pioneering a popular sound of the '70s, George Clinton has returned to his roots on his latest album.

In With the New: Welcome 2009 at a Party

In With the New: Welcome 2009 at a Party

If you like your New Year's Eve wild or mild, area casinos have the alternative for watching it all unfold on television instead.

Ten Years Later, Second Chance Flickers for Candlebox

Ten Years Later, Second Chance Flickers for Candlebox

It's been 10 years since Seattle rock band Candlebox released a new album.

Dave Alvin Covers Songs by Diverse Artists

Dave Alvin Covers Songs by Diverse Artists

Much of Dave Alvin's latest work has been less about his own songwriting and more about shedding light on his songwriting heroes.

Madigan, Blue Trade Day Jobs for Comedy

Madigan, Blue Trade Day Jobs for Comedy

Kathleen Madigan and Josh Blue, both former contestants of the reality show "Last Comic Standing," will perform Dec. 29 at the Silver Legacy Resort Casino.

Joan Jett Still Flying High as Rocker, Label Owner

Joan Jett Still Flying High as Rocker, Label Owner

In some ways, Joan Jett has lived three rock 'n' roll lifetimes.

Big Bad Voodoo Daddy Bops Into Town for Show

Big Bad Voodoo Daddy Bops Into Town for Show

Big Bad Voodoo Daddy recently finished recording an upcoming Cab Calloway tribute album, according to the band's Web site.