Updated Entertainment / NIGHTLIFE Schedule

 

 

THE JOINT

A state-of-the-art sound system delivers an unforgettable live music experience to the intimate 4,000 capacity venue. The Joint offers seven VIP Luxury Suites and a prestigious VIP Level. A superior video system and more versatile stage enhances any production — creating an experience that surpasses all expectations and makes The Joint the most dynamic, sophisticated,and authentic venue in Las Vegas.

 

Shows at The Joint can be purchased at the Hard Rock Hotel Box Office, online at hardrockhotel.com, ticketmaster.com or charge-by-phone at 800.745.3000. For groups of 12 or more call 702.693.5220 or email groupsales@hrhvegas.com.

 

ESPN – Top Rank Friday Night Fights *this weekend*                                                                                 Friday, Jan. 13 at 5 p.m.

Tickets start at $25                                                                                                                                        On sale now

Teon Kennedy of Philadelphia will take on Chris ‘The San Diego Kid’ Martin in a battle of Top 10 ranked contenders at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino on Friday, Jan. 13.  The ESPN/Top Rank Friday Night boxing card will also include unbeaten, hard-hitting Jesse Magdaleno of Las Vegas and undefeated Gabino Saenz of Indio, Calif. Magdaleno, trained by Pat Barry and Augie Sanchez, will be in a six round bout. Saenz will take on Gil Garcia of Houston in a six round match. Other attractions on the Top Rank card include hard-punching super lightweight Yordenis Ugas, 10-0, of Miami, Las Vegas fan favorite Anthony Lenk, 12-1, and the return of popular Angel Flores, 10-4 of Las Vegas.  

 

Cedric “The Entertainer” *this weekend*                                                                                                     Saturday, Jan. 14 at 8 p.m.

Tickets start at $29.50                                                                                                                                   On sale now

Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day Weekend with laughter when Cedric “The Entertainer” brings his stand-up comedy routine to The Joint at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino on Saturday, Jan. 14.

 

Cedric is best known for his many crowd-pleasing performances in such hit films as “Barbershop,” “Be Cool” with John Travolta, “Madagascar,” “Intolerable Cruelty” with George Clooney, “Johnson Family Vacation,” and “The Original Kings of Comedy,” to name a few.

 

Additionally, on the big screen, Cedric has been seen in “Cadillac Records” co-starring Adrien Brody and Beyonce Knowles,  “Street Kings” opposite Keanu Reeves , “Welcome Home Roscoe Jenkins” with Martin Lawrence, “Talk to Me” starring Don Cheadle, “Codename: The Cleaner” opposite Lucy Liu, “The Honeymooners,”  “Lemony Snicket” with Jim Carrey,  “Man of the House” with Tommy Lee Jones, “Barbershop 2,” “Big Momma’s House,” “Kingdom Come” with Whoopi Goldberg, “Serving Sara” with Matthew Perry as well as displaying tremendous vocal talent in the family features  “Madagascar 2,” “Charlotte’s Web,” “Dr. Dolittle 2” and “Ice Age.”

 

Cedric’s current projects include political drama “Grass Roots” directed by Steven Gyllenhaal and “Madagascar 3.”

 

Cedric’s universal appeal, versatility, and tremendous career successes spanning television, live performances and film have solidified his standing as one of the premiere entertainers in the world.

 

Social Distortion                                                                                                                                             Friday, Jan. 27 at 8 p.m.

(Special guests Frank Turner & The Sleeping Souls and Sharks)

Tickets start at $32                                                                                                                                        On sale now

Rock ‘n’ roll icons Social Distortion take the stage at The Joint at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino on Friday, Jan. 27 with special guest Frank Turner & The Sleeping Souls and Sharks.

 

Over the past 30 years, Social Distortion has all but trademarked their sound, a brand of hard rockabilly and punk that is cut with the melodic, road-tested lyrics of front man Mike Ness. Their searing guitars and a locomotive rhythm section sound as alive today as they did in 1982, as do Ness’ hard-luck tales of love, loss and lessons learned.

 

Their seventh studio album Hard Times and Nursery Rhymes (the band’s first record since 2004), hit the Billboard 200 at No. 4. The album includes Ness and longtime guitarist Jonny Wickersham, along with bassist Brent Harding and drummer David Hidalgo, Jr. Produced, for the first time, by Ness, the album maintains Social Distortion’s key components, an all-but-perfected mix of punk, bluesy rock n’ roll and outlaw country. It also finds them stretching the boundaries of their signature sound. “California (Hustle and Flow)”, the opening track, allows fans to experience the depth and range of Social Distortion, while “Machine Gun Blues” plays more to the group’s traditional punk roots.

 

Now in their fourth decade, Ness and Social Distortion have officially done one of the most non-punk things possible: they have failed to burn out. Mixing Springsteen’s factory-overalls ethic with Southern California punk energy and black leather, Social Distortion formed with Ness and high school buddy, the late Dennis Danell, in the late 1970s. The group broke in 1983 with the thrashing plate of punk and displeasure Mommy’s Little Monster. Their 1988 follow-up, Prison Bound, hinted at a sonic change to com. By the band’s self-titled 1990 record and 1992′s Somewhere Between Heaven and Hell, their sound had solidified into the instantly recognizable brand of rock n’ roll that has defined them since.

 

These days the band is rarely off the road for long and continues to grip fans that have been around since Mommy’s Little Monster while drawing new ones who discover the band through YouTube clips. Social Distortion is a mix of potent power, appealing across all age brackets.

 

Mötley Crüe in Sin City                                                                                                                                   Feb. 3, 4, 5, 8, 10, 11

                                                                                                                                                                        12, 14, 15, 17, 18 and 19

Tickets start at $45                                                                                                                                        On sale now

Three decades after beginning its iconic journey of debauchery and decadence, Mötley Crüe has announced plans to invade Las Vegas with the city’s first-ever hard rock residency: Mötley Crüe in Sin City. The world’s most notorious band will he heading to the world’s most notorious city where they will perform an extended run starting Feb. 3 – 19 at The Joint at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino.

 

Mötley Crüe in Sin City will leave the loud impression that what happens in Vegas will be heard around the world.  Vocalist Vince Neil, guitarist Mick Mars, bassist Nikki Sixx and drummer Tommy Lee have big plans to create a never-been-done before and incredibly interactive Las Vegas experience. Exact details about the show are being kept under wraps for now to keep an element of surprise for fans. 

 

311 Day 2012 Fan Party                                                                                                                                 Friday, March 9 at 9 p.m.

Tickets start at $24                                                                                                                                        On sale now

In honor of 311 Day 2012, The Joint at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino hosts the ultimate fan party and official kickoff of 311 Day weekend on Friday, March 9 at 9 p.m.

 

311 Day is an annual celebration by alternative rock group 311. Fans from around the world will gather in Las Vegas to meet each other and to celebrate the band and their music during this special three-day event. The 311 Fan Party kicks it all off with drink specials, exclusive entertainment and a DJ spinning 311 tunes all night.

 

*311 will not be performing at this event*

 

With their fusion of rock, reggae and hip-hop, 311 formed in Omaha, Neb. in 1990. The band has released 10 studio albums, one live album and three DVDs, selling more than 8.5 million units in the U.S. The band’s most recent album is 2011’s Universal Pulse featuring the hit single “Sunset in July.”

 

An Evening With Romeo Santos                                                                                                                     Sunday, March 25 at 8 p.m.

Tickets start at $59.50                                                                                                                                   On sale now

Embarking on a national tour, Latino sensation Romeo Santos makes a special stop at The Joint inside Hard Rock Hotel & Casino on Sunday, March 25.

 

As the principal composer and lead vocalist of Aventura, Romeo Santos fronted one of last spring’s most successful tours, ranking alongside artists such as Bon Jovi and Lady Gaga. The “King of Bachata” returns to stages across the country this spring to celebrate the chart-topping success of his first solo album Formula Vol. 1.

 

Santos’ first album Formula Vol. 1 debuted at No. 1 on Billboard’s “Top Latin Albums” and No. 1 on iTunes Latin music sales chart. The single “Promise” is currently the No. 1 Latin song in the country, capturing the title for a fifth consecutive week.  The Bachata/Urban Latino artist has collaborated with world famous artists including Lil Wayne, Usher, Pit Bull, Camila and La Mala Rodriguez.

 

Santos is currently recording his sophomore album Fresh Prince of Washington Heights, set to hit stores fall 2012.

 

THE LOUNGE

Located across from Pink Taco, The Lounge invites guests 21 years of age and older to enjoy complimentary concerts.

 

Vintage Trouble *this weekend*                                                                                                                   Friday, Jan. 13 – Sunday, Jan. 15 at 10 p.m.

Free admission                                                                      

Vintage Trouble, based in Los Angeles, is the brainchild of Ty Taylor (vocal) and Nalle Colt (guitar). Combining their love for original soul and rhythm and blues, the two set up a basic home studio in Venice Beach and started crafting the beginnings of Vintage Trouble. Already a friend of both, Rick Barrio Dill (bass) came along and added his shared bass influences and energy into the newly formed project. To make the band complete, Richard Danielson (drums) was recruited not long after to add the authentic and edgy take that was needed on the drums. With these collective energies and inputs in place, a new kind of soul band had been born with unlimited creativity and force.

 

BODY ENGLISH

Reminiscent of an English rock star’s living room, Body English boasts a $250,000 Baccarat chandelier above the massive dance floor, black walls with leather booths and mirrored walls, reflecting the venue’s rock and roll decadence.  The 11,000 square feet venue boasts state-of-the-art sound system and makes for the perfect space for live concerts and special events. 

 

The Budos Band                                                                                                                                              Saturday, Feb. 25, 2012 at 9 p.m.

Tickets are $15                                                                                                                                               On sale now

Having scalded listeners’ ears with sonic lava on Budos I and stung them with venomous frequencies on Budos II, The Budos Band delivers on their promise to spread the epidemic of “Budos Fever” far and wide with the release of The Budos Band III. Replete with tight rhythms, blistering breakbeats, blaring horns and perhaps even a tinge of psychedelic doom-rock, Budos III promises to bring some added heat upon its release this summer from Daptone Records.

Composed, arranged and honed during weekly, beer-fueled Staten Island writing sessions – as well as more than 150 live gigs over the last two years – the band’s third full-length studio effort evinces the tight-knit and creative bond The Budos have come to share since the ten-piece ensemble’s inception in 2003.  With collective sales of over 30,000 albums and tours that have spanned the US, Canada, and Europe, playing rock clubs and large festival stages, The Budos have developed a rabid fan base that spans genres and ages. 

 

The Young Dubliners                                                                                                                                      Friday, March 16, 2012 at 9 p.m.

Tickets are $20                                                                                                                                               On sale now

Recognized for blending rock and Celtic influences into a high energy, anthemic and lyrically poignant mix, The Young Dubliners celebrates St. Patrick’s Day Eve with a unique performance inside Body English.  Band members include co-founder Keith Roberts (vocals, guitar), fellow Dubliner Brendan Holmes (bass, vocals), American-born members Bob Boulding (guitar, vocals), Chas Waltz (violin, keyboards, harp, mandolin, vocals) and Dave Ingraham (drums, percussion). 

 

VANITY

Vanity Nightclub is open Friday through Sunday from 10 p.m. to 4 a.m. Cover charge is $20 for women and $40 for men; local ladies enter for free at all times and drink free champagne until midnight. VIP booths and tables start at $500. For VIP booths and tables, Vanity guests can call 702.693.5555 or visit VanityLV.com.

 

Vanity Fridays & Saturdays

Vanity will welcome a special guest:

 

Jan. 13

Rude Photo presents Felix da Housecat *this weekend*

 

Jan. 14

DJ Cheapshot and DJ Wellman *this weekend*

 

Jan. 20

Rude Photo presents Digital Playground AVN Official Afterparty hosted by Jesse Jane®, Riley Steele™, BiBi Jones™, Selena Rose™, Kayden Kross, and Stoya

 

Jan. 21

Wicked Video with DJ Cheapshot

 

Jan. 27

Rude Photo

 

Jan. 28

                        Nick Carter birthday celebration with DJ Cheapshot and DJ Wellman

                       

SIN on Sunday

Vanity Nightclub hosts the hottest Industry night with SIN on Sunday where locals get in free. Resident DJs DJ FIVE and DJ WELLMAN tear up the turntables every Sunday night to help locals jump start their week.

 

Jan. 15

SpyOnVegas.com’s Sexiest Server Contest *this weekend*

 

Jan. 29

Vanity Nightclub Anniversary Party

 

About The Joint

The Joint is a 4,000-person capacity venue that serves as a sophisticated, intimate and unparalleled destination.  The Joint features seven Luxury Suites, a VIP Studio Level, state-of-the-art sound system, superior video system and a production package tailor-made for artist comfort.  It has received numerous accolades including “Best Concert Venue” in Las Vegas Review-Journal’s “Best of Las Vegas” awards in 2010 and 2011, “No. 1 Hottest Club in America” award by Billboard Magazine in 2011,  “Best New Major Concert Venue” at the 2010 Pollstar Awards, and “Best Live Music Venue” in AOL City’s Best 2010 awards.  The Joint delivers unforgettable live music experiences with performances by both legendary and ground-breaking artists including Paul McCartney, The Killers, Bon Jovi, Kenny Chesney, Arcade Fire, Avenged Sevenfold, Guns N’ Roses, Rise Against, Paramore, Muse, Drake and No Doubt. The venue hosted Vegas’s first rock n’ roll residency, Supernatural Santana: A Trip Through the Hits, and in February 2012, Vegas’s first hard rock residency, Mötley Crüe in Sin City. In 2011, the venue welcomed Tiësto In Concert, a groundbreaking live show created exclusively for The Joint featuring the world’s No. 1 electronic DJ and producer Tiësto. For additional information, call 702.693.5583 or 702.693.5000.

 

About Hard Rock Hotel & Casino

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino is a premier destination entertainment resort in Las Vegas, owned by Brookfield Real Estate Finance Fund II, a division of Brookfield Asset Management (NYSE: BAM) and managed by WG-Harmon, LLC, a subsidiary of Warner Gaming, LLC.  Built in 1995, the property completed a $750 million expansion in 2010. Hard Rock Hotel & Casino offers an energetic entertainment and gaming experience with the services and amenities associated with a boutique luxury resort hotel. The property is known for its innovative nightlife and music scene where acts such as The Rolling Stones, Bon Jovi, Paul McCartney, Incubus, Linkin Park, Foo Fighters and The Killers have all performed.  Features of the property include an 11-story Hard Rock Hotel tower with 640 guest rooms, 17-story Paradise Tower with 490 rooms and suites and the all-suite HRH Tower with 359 suites, eight spa villas and seven penthouse suites; 72,000 square feet of casino space; 80,000 square feet of flexible meeting and convention space; more than $3 million in rare music memorabilia throughout the hotel; the luxurious Vanity Nightclub; Reliquary Water Sanctuary & Spa; Reliquary Salon; 4.8 acres of tropical pool paradise; REHAB, the trendsetting Sunday afternoon pool party; The Joint concert venue; Hart & Huntington Tattoo Co.; restaurants including the new 35 Steaks + Martinis, a traditional steakhouse with an edge, casual Italian eatery LTO, world-renowned Nobu, Johnny Smalls, Pink Taco and Mr. Lucky’s 24/7 diner; numerous cocktail lounges; several retail stores; and a state-of-the-art Fitness Center.  For room availability and additional information call 800.HRD.ROCK (800.473.7625) or visit www.hardrockhotel.com.

 

About AEG Live

AEG Live, the live-entertainment division of Los Angeles-based AEG, is dedicated to all aspects of live contemporary music performance. AEG Live is comprised of touring, festival, exhibition, broadcast, merchandise and special event divisions, fifteen regional offices, and thirty state-of-the-art venues. The company is currently producing tours and productions including Cher at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace, Supernatural Santana: A Trip Through the Hits at The Joint at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, Barry Manilow at Paris Las Vegas and Celine Dion who will return to The Colosseum at Caesars Palace in March 2011.  The concert tour roster includes artists such as Taylor Swift, Bon Jovi, Leonard Cohen, Miley Cyrus, The Black Eyed Peas, Kelly Clarkson, Wisin & Yandel, Britney Spears, Kenny Chesney, P!nk, Paul McCartney, KISS, Mo’Nique and American Idols Live. AEG Live is the largest producer of music festivals in North America from the critically acclaimed Coachella Music & Arts Festival to Stagecoach and New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival. For more information, go to www.aeglive.com