Saturday, March 18, 2006
Picture Gallery
The Picture gallery should be up in a few days. I have to learn some HTML and this new CMS system. I have big plans for this site once I figure out what I am doing with the new CMS. 😉
Sunday, March 05, 2006
The Downstrokes
I went down to the bar “Emergency Room” and checked out a local band called “The Downstrokes”. Let me tell you the name is deceiving as they are anything other then downstroking when they are o¬n stage. They know how to get the crowd partying and having a good time. This is o¬ne band I have seen locally that I know are having fun while they are o¬n stage. If you want to see a band playing some great rock and roll and throwing a great party then you have to check them out.. Their URL below is to their MySpace page.
Revere
This month’s site is The Revere at Anthem. I have had the opportunity to work here on numerous weddings receptions and I am always impressed by the way the staff takes care of their customers. The outstanding banquet staff is led by Dana who always seems to be genuinely concerned on how things are going and I have worked with her at various other Golf clubs and she has always runs a tight ship.
The reception room has some very breath taking views of Las Vegas especially when the sun goes down. The golf course is beautiful. I can definitely see my self double booging o¬n this course just to stay out there a little longer.
If you are want a great experience for a decent price then check out the The Revere in Anthem.
Mystere
I had the opportunity to see a Cirque du Soleil show Mystère the other day and I can tell you I was quite impressed. This was the first time I have had the chance to see one of these shows and I was shell shocked on how good it was. My wife and I got there a few minutes before the show started and it actually started a few minutes before scheduled with a actor interacting with the guests before the show started on the stage and it was done so well that you don’t actually notice it right away.
When this show is over you realize that you just don’t do anything with your body. There are some amazing feats of strength that just make the hairs stand up on your neck as you see it being accomplished. I am not going to spoil you with what happens but I will tell you my two favorite parts are the two men on the half doom and the bar acts. Unbelievable strength is displayed that will leave you gasping for breath.
This show is located at Treasure Island(TI) and is well worth every cent you pay to see it. After watching this show I am going to see the others.
For more information go to this link Mystere by Cirque du Soleil - Treasure Island Hote
The Smiling Slut Puppies(SSP)
This month Artist of the month is The Smiling Slut Puppies. Yes, the name is a little odd but was derived when the band witnessed a curious side effect of their music on Eric and Donna’s Pit bulls. The band would play and the dogs would get excited and start humping each other. But enough about the name of the band;
This is a band that is setting their own course in the music industry of Las Vegas. They pride them selves on playing their own music. Don’t get me wrong they do play some covers during their shows but according to Donna they pride them selves on playing their own music. I knew Donna was in a band but did not know just how good they were until the Classic Rock station here in Vegas was doing a remote at a charity event and the DJs were raving about them.
The following was taken straight from their publicity packet and I have to agree with the statement after listening to their self titled CD.
“If the Smiling Slut Puppies could be described in a single word it would be powerful. The shear energy created within the chemistry of its members is unique. The end result is a refreshing new style blending old influences with new and even a few never before heard.”
The band is lead vocalist Donna Carlson, Eric Carlson on Guitar, Michael Gerlicher on Bass and drummer Warren Michaels.
SSP Contacts:
Eric Carlson (702) 498-2208
Warren Michaels (702) 454-0555