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Vegas Podcasts Offering $100K To Find Who Killed 2Pac
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Raymond Boyd / Getty The shooting and subsequent death of famed rapper and actor 2Pac still remain a mystery among Hip-Hop circles. Now, a pair of podcasts is offering a six-figure payment for information leading to who carried out the crime. On September 11, The Problem Solver posted a video promising a $100,000 payout to anyone who had information on who shot 2Pac on that fateful day in 1996 in Las Vegas, Nev. Joining with The Problem Solver podcast in offering the cash is the Action Junkeez Podcast, with both sides combining $50,000 of their own cash for the effort. 2Pac, real name Tupac Shakur, was shot four times in a drive-by near the Las Vegas Strip after leaving a Mike Tyson boxing match at the MGM grand. 2Pac would succumb to his wounds six ...
Zouk Nightclub to Bring First Emo Nite Residency to Las Vegas
It’s time to consider dusting off your old chain wallets and chokers. This fall, emo music is having its heyday at the renowned Las Vegas clubbing destination Zouk Nightclub. As part of a new residency, Emo Nite will take fans through a sonic journey of the genre’s timeless hits both old and new. Emo Nite, the brainchild of collaborative duo Morgan Freed and T.J. Petracca, was first created back in 2014 and has since become a nationwide phenomena, landing in many major cities. The recurring party’s fandom exploded while attracting the attention of punk superstars, like Blink-182’s Mark Hoppus and Skrillex‘s former band, From First To Last. Scroll to Continue Recommended Articles With the emphatic approval and participation of the genre’s most impactful p...
Wynn Nightlife’s Ryan Jones On How He Landed Swedish House Mafia’s First-Ever North American DJ Residency
In a nightlife ecosystem as cutthroat as Las Vegas, clubs come and go like feathers in the wind. But Ryan Jones has always found solid ground. As the Assistant Vice President of Nightlife for Wynn and Encore Las Vegas, Jones has played an integral role cultivating one of the most formidable power-players in the entertainment capital of the world. Thanks in part to his disruptive marketing strategies, XS Nightclub, Encore Beach Club and the rest of Wynn Nightlife’s properties have long been considered a paragon of innovation in Sin City. However, Jones’ latest triumph is arguably the most impactful brushstroke of his gilded career canvas. He’s credited with launching the first-ever North American nightlife residency of legendary trio Swedish House Mafia, whose return after...
Adele Opens Up About Postponed Las Vegas Residency: “There Was Just No Soul in It”
Back in January, Adele postponed her “Weekends with Adele” Las Vegas residency just one night before it was scheduled to begin, citing various COVID-19 delays. Now, the artist is opening up about her decision, revealing that there was “just no soul” in the show she originally plotted. “The stage setup wasn’t right,” Adele told Elle. “It was very disconnected from me and my band, and it lacked intimacy. And maybe I tried too hard to give it those things in such a controlled environment.” “Weekends with Adele” was set to take place at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace, a 4,300-plus-seat venue with a 15,700-square-foot stage. In the interview, Adele recounted a moment during rehearsals in which she sang a cappella from the foot of the stage, and as her voice filled the room, she realized she’d ...
Eyes Low: Marshawn Lynch Arrested For DUI In Las Vegas, Mugshot Is On Struggle
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Las Vegas Police Department / LVPD Marshawn Lynch, the beloved former NFL running back known for his skill on the field and his frugality, was recently arrested in Las Vegas. Early Tuesday morning (August 9), Beast Mode was pulled over and was accused of driving under the influence. Marshawn Lynch, 36, was spotted on Tuesday driving a Black 2020 Shelby GT500 according to local news outlet KOMO. The Las Vegas Police Department issued a statement via Twitter confirming the arrest of Lynch. Related Stories “The LVMPD conducted a vehicle stop at Fairfield Avenue and West Utah Avenue (near Wyoming and Las Vegas Blvd) on a driver, later identified as Marshawn Lynch, for suspected driver impairment” began the first portion of the LVPD statement. The department a...
It’s Lit: Travis Scott Announces “Road To Utopia” Las Vegas Residency
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Alexander Tamargo / Getty It seems that Travis Scott is back to performing full-time. He has announced a residency in Las Vegas at Resorts World Hotel. As per Hype Beast, the Houston, Texas native is about to do Sin City in a significant way. On Tuesday, August 2, the property made the announcement confirming his guaranteed appearance at their Zouk Nightclub. Related Stories “From his music and fashion to unprecedented brand collaborations, Travis Scott is a one-of-a-kind, multi-talented artist,” said Ronn Nicolli, chief marketing officer of Resorts World Las Vegas. “His residency will bring a new level of energy to Resorts World Las Vegas and add to the property’s diverse list of entertainment and nightlife offerings.” Starting in September, Cactus Jack ...
Calvin Harris Is Returning to Wynn Las Vegas In 2022—But Only for One Night
The love Calvin Harris has for Wynn Las Vegas runs deep. Next month, he’s set to “Slide” up for one night—and one night only—to perform at the famed resort and casino’s XS Nightclub for the first time in over a decade. Short, sweet and sentimental—sound familiar? Tickets are on sale now for the rare DJ set, which is scheduled for Saturday, September 17th. The performance will take place just over a month after the hotly anticipated release of the Grammy-winning artist’s upcoming album, Funk Wav Bounces Vol. 2. Some of the star-studded cuts that have already been released include “Stay With Me” (with Justin Timberlake, Halsey and Pharrell), “Potion” (with Dua Lipa and Young Thug) and “New Money” (with 21 Savage). You can find...
deadmau5 Is DJing at a “Bohemian Nighttime Pool Party” In Las Vegas
Zouk Group resident deadmau5 has been announced as the headliner of a new event within the Resorts World Las Vegas complex: Jungle Cat. Billed as a “bohemian nighttime pool party,” the Thursday-night affair will debut on August 11th before taking over FUHU and Aya Dayclub once per month through September. G-Eazy kicked off the event series in July as its headliner, meaning deadmau5 will bring electronic music to its stages for the very first time alongside supporting artist Zen Freeman. Scroll to Continue Recommended Articles “deadmau5 is a staple in the electronic art scene and we are thrilled to welcome him to our Zouk family,” said Andrew Li, CEO of Zouk Group, late last year. “We look forward to continuing to push the boundaries a...
Travis Scott Bringing ‘Road to Utopia’ Residency to Zouk Nightclub in Las Vegas
Travis Scott will return to the stage Sept. 17 with the first of seven appearances at Zouk Nightclub inside Resorts World Las Vegas. Described by representatives as a multi-year partnership, an additional date of Oct. 15 is also on sale. A statement from Resorts World describes “Road to Utopia” as a “mind-bending, first-of-its-kind nightclub residency experience,” taking advantage of the venue’s technological prowess. The lighting system, known as Mothership, produces a kaleidoscope of visuals as it moves to the music, floating above the dance floor. Advanced sound from an L-Acoustics-driven system powers the audio. The experience changes nightly to meet the headlining artist’s specifications. “Travis plans to utilize all of this to his advantage,” says Ronn Nicolli, chief marketing office...
A Tech Billionaire Saved a Man’s Life at Omnia Nightclub In Las Vegas: Report
While partying at Las Vegas’ Omnia Nightclub in April, billionaire Atlassian co-founder Scott Farquhar reportedly saved a man’s life after performing CPR due to an alleged heart attack. Atlassian is a software company that creates industry-leading project management solutions and programs, like Jira and Trello. He was in Las Vegas for the company’s Team ’22 conference and has just flown in from Sydney, Australia. According to CNBC, three days before the conference, Farquhar went out with a friend and attended Omnia, one of the most popular dance clubs on the Las Vegas Strip. As the night went on and the club started to thin out, he headed to the restroom when he noticed a man lying on his back. As strobe lights and EDM blared around him, Farquhar presumed the ...
How to Get Tickets to Adele’s Las Vegas Residency
Adele has rebooked her “Weekends with Adele” Las Vegas residency and tickets are sure to be incredibly in-demand after her much-anticipated stage return was postponed in January. In a statement shared via Instagram, the 30 singer-songwriter announced the new run saying: “Words can’t explain how ecstatic I am to finally be able to announce these rescheduled shows. I truly was heartbroken to have to cancel them. But after what feels like an eternity of figuring out logistics for the show that I really want to deliver, and knowing it can happen, I’m more excited than ever! Now I know for some of you it was a horrible decision on my part, and I will always be sorry for that, but I promise you it was the right one. To be with you in such an intimate space every week has been what I’ve most been...
Adele Announces Rescheduled Dates for Las Vegas Residency
Adele has rescheduled her long-awaited Las Vegas residency, which will finally kick off on November 18th at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace. “Weekends with Adele” spans 32 shows taking place through March 25th, 2023. In addition to 24 rescheduled shows, Adele has added eight more dates to the itinerary. A select number of tickets will be available across all 32 performances, with access limited to fans who held tickets for the original show dates or who previously registered for tickets and were waitlisted. Eligible fans will receive an email invitation from Ticketmaster on Wednesday, August 3rd. Head here for more information. Advertisement Related Video Coming in support of Adele’s fourth album, 30, “Weekends with Adele” was originally supposed to take place between January and April 202...
