Las Vegas: Looking Back on Sounds Well Played

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Las Vegas, Nevada has showcased the most glittering live acts, and musical artists in history. Among them are Sammy Davis Jr, Dean Martin and the legendary Frank Sinatra.

Las Vegas Music Acts from Classic to Modern

Las Vegas truly is the city that never sleeps. This oasis in the desert pulses to the drumbeat of the world’s most glamorous stars. Legendary characters in Sammy Davis Jr, Dean Martin and old blue eyes – Frank Sinatra come to mind. These performers are larger than life, and their footprint has been indelibly etched into the city. The vibrant scene in Las Vegas is the handiwork of these erstwhile performers and many modern day stars who built the city from the ground up. Nowadays, major performers in the form of Celine Dion, Willie Nelson, Toni Braxton, Olivia Newton-John, Rod Stewart and Boyz II Men have graced the stage in Las Vegas. These icons of pop, rock, dance, country and classic music are marvels to behold. Their shows reel in the crowds with every performance, and their presence is like a magnet to eager revelers.

Burning the Midnight Oil with Las Vegas Stars

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Las Vegas music acts are abundant. They include the likes of Michael Antonio, Shauna Burns, Sin City Sinners, Freddie Walker, Budd Mickey, Aurora, Sookie, Michael Grimm, Ministry of Love and many more. While local stars frequent the many establishments off the strip, it is the national stars who gain top billing at the premier resorts. The likes of the MGM Grand, the Luxor, The Cosmopolitan, the Mirage, the Bellagio, New York New York, The Stratosphere and others are popular destinations for major stars. Whether it’s the legendary jazz singers, or iconic pop stars like Michael Jackson, Vegas trumps the competition hands down. There can be no denying that these artists put on the best shows in Las Vegas, every time.

Local bands are in fierce competition with national stars, and tourists can catch the best of them at popular watering holes. Avalon Landing and Paper Tigers are two fabulous local bands. Fortunately, music fans needn’t break the bank to catch the latest shows. Cut-price tickets and last-minute deals ensure that there is always an affordable seat in the house. While many have said that Elvis has left the building, you may not think so in Las Vegas because there is an Elvis impersonator at every chapel and on every street corner. Long-running shows like Donny and Marie Osmond are showcased at the Donny & Marie Showroom at the Flamingo. And if you’re into Reba, Brooks & Dunn this R-rated show will thrill you at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace.

Rock Out Like Never Before In Las Vegas

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Some of the most memorable Las Vegas recordings include Leaving Las Vegas by Grammy Award Winner Sheryl Crow, Sin City by the legendary AC/DC rock band, and Viva Las Vegas by the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll – Elvis Presley. Just recently, in February 2016, the Yuma Heritage Festival was showcased in grand style. The top blues performers were in attendance and they included Grammy nominees The Zac Harman Band. Fans of Celine Dion and Elton John are in for a real treat. These performers have shows scheduled at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace. And for Britney Spears fans, Planet Hollywood comes alive at the Axis Theater. When you’re ready to rock, there is no place better than Las Vegas, Nevada.