First Friday In Las Vegas Asks..."ARTUOK?" Featuring Artist Nancy Good!

Nancy Good, Featured Artist

First Friday Foundation, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, asks “ARTUOK?” at the Mar. 3 event. The theme aligns with the city of Las Vegas’ March 25 ARTUOK Art and Resource Fair supporting mental health and self-care through the arts. #ARTUOK is inspired by the #RUOK? movement, which encourages others to ask, ‘are you ok?’ to support someone struggling with an array of emotions including depression and anxiety which lead to suicidal thoughts and actions.

The art walk area on Boulder Avenue and First Street will feature an estimated sixty First Friday artists and craftspeople. The food garden and bar area remain in the Art Square parking lot, along with entertainment.

 

Key elements for this month include:

• Hours of Operation – 5:00 p.m. to 11 p.m.

• First Friday Footprint – The Art Walk is on Boulder Ave. in front of the Arts Factory and on 1st Street. The food garden and bar are in the Art Square parking lot.

• COVID-19 Requests – Guests are asked to be mindful of others. There are no mask requirements or social distancing requirements currently. First Friday will continue with its program of sanitation and asks guests to continue washing/sanitizing their hands.

• ARTUOK? – First Friday provides opportunities for attendees to express themselves through various forms of art. Kick-off to March 25th Art and Resource Fair at the Historic Fifth Street School from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

• At March First Friday:

• Live painting contest from 5:00-10:00 p.m. on First and Coolidge (near The English Hotel)

• Sol State will perform in the live art painting area on a pop up stage

• F.E.A.T. (autism) joins First Friday with artist Juan Muniz

• The Salvation Seeds of Hope program (human trafficking survivors) also joins First Friday with artist Karma Rayes

• CORE Academy with artist Michelle Graves 

• Roseman University with  Malachi Williams, a local muralist 

First Friday’s Featured Artist – Las Vegas artist Nancy Good is known for conceptual abstracts, colorful murals, photographic composites, and analog-to-digital visual works. Good's work weaves the materials and tools of modern times while also honoring the mark-making of ancient ancestries as a way to interpret humanity journey into greater understanding of our world and ourselves. Good has also facilitated a nonprofit artist-run space since 2018, supporting the arts community of Las Vegas, Core Contemporary, and has recently been appointed an adjunct faculty member for Roseman University Medical School. Good’s multi-disciplinary work has been seen in exhibits across the country and abroad in high profile locations such as San Diego Art Museum Artist's Guild's Summer Exhibition, Meow Wolf/Omega Mart, MGM, Reno-Tahoe International Airport and Las Vegas City Hall.

• “Down for Anything” – A new multi-media campaign recently launched by the city of Las Vegas that promotes Downtown Las Vegas as a place of diversity and inclusivity. To bring the “Down for Anything” theme to life, a stationary mobile billboard will play campaign videos, and “Down for Anything” merchandise will be featured in two adjacent booths. 

• Cindy Funkhouser Residency Space – Cindy was the primary founder of First Friday and we honor her with a monthly space given for free to a local artist – Mary Felker in March.

• Entertainment – City of Las Vegas stage will showcase student performances starting at 5:00 p.m. Elevated Underground, 90 Proof, the Joi Band, Richie Granger and Elijah Stone are featured. Sol State will perform in the live art painting area on a pop up stage. See www.ffflv.org for more information.

• Food Trucks – Over twenty favorite gourmet food trucks will be featured in the food garden.

• Other arts district art galleries, restaurants, bars and other retail businesses are open for First Friday.

• Roadwork

• Expect street improvements that will delay traffic throughout the coming months. However, we look forward to the beautiful improvements in the area. 

• Parking Info:  

• Parking Options: Online Information

• City paid Parking Lot (only $6) located at 500 S. Main Street will be open with free shuttle drop off at Hoover and 1st.

• Ride share drop off also located on Hoover and 1st

• Additional Parking at 1000 Commerce for $10 with a short walk to the event

• IMPORTANT INFORMATION RE PARKING: *** First Friday is only operating parking in the streets immediately surrounding the festival on 1st Street and Coolidge. These spaces are available for $25 cash at the check-in tents. We are NOT operating in any of the vacant lots in the area for parking. There have been reports of people directing people to these lots and collecting money to park there. Do NOT Park in any of these lots – you risk being towed. Please notify us if someone approaches you about parking in one of the nearby vacant lots or you see this happening. Thank you! *** The First Friday Foundation and its partners are not responsible for any damage or theft to your vehicle or belongings while at the event.

The First Friday Foundation will post updates and special offers on scheduled First Friday events and other programming through its social media channels – on Facebook at www.facebook.com/firstfridaylasvegas and Twitter @FirstFridayLV. The website, www.ffflv.org, is active and applications for artists and vendors are currently being accepted.

It's A GRAND OPENING! The Legendary Palms Hotel & Casino Is BACK!

 

Palms Casino Resort today announced April 27, 2022 as the official public opening date for the legendary Las Vegas property, with room and suite reservations now being accepted at www.palms.com for stays beginning on April 28, 2022. This new chapter in Palms history will be celebrated with a fireworks extravaganza on opening night.
 
"It’s an honor and a privilege for us to welcome everyone back to Palms Casino Resort Las Vegas,” notes San Manuel Gaming and Hospitality Authority Chairwoman Latisha Casas. “We look forward to introducing our guests to our rich history, culture and signature hospitality. We can’t wait to make history together.” 
 
“From our locals to guests visiting from near and far, our goal is simple - to deliver a truly distinctive experience that makes you feel at home while you are in Las Vegas,” adds Cynthia Kiser Murphey, General Manager for Palms Casino Resort. 

Having undergone more than a $600 million renovation in 2019, Palms Casino Resort boasts a diverse mix of bars and restaurants, featuring the return of popular outlets such as the highly acclaimed Scotch 80 Prime and Mabel’s BBQ by Chef Michael Symon.  Casual dining options include Send Noodles and the debut of Serrano Vista Cafe. The resort will also offer guests an expansive resort pool area featuring a multi-level, sprawling 73,000-square-foot space offering two luxurious main pools and 39 unique cabanas, most with their own private pool. The space also features oversized daybeds and poolside lounge chairs throughout. Additional information regarding spa, food and beverage, entertainment, pool and nightlife offerings will be announced soon.

“April 27, 2022 is another milestone date for Palms, for Las Vegas and the San Manuel Gaming and Hospitality Authority,” adds Murphey. “We are thrilled to welcome guests back to this spectacular resort and our entire Palms team looks forward to creating a lively and fun environment throughout the property.”   About Palms Casino Resort Palms Casino Resort is making history as the first resort in Las Vegas fully owned and operated by a Native American Tribe. Set to reopen on April 27, 2022, Palms Casino Resort features two distinct towers with 766 hotel rooms and suites, a diverse mix of bars, restaurants, live entertainment venues and immersive lifestyle experiences across a 95,000-square-foot reimagined casino. The resort also includes over 190,000 square feet of meeting, convention and event space; the Pearl, a 2,500-seat theater; an expansive pool and spa area; wedding chapel; the Brenden Theatres 14-screen cinema and nearly 600 units at Palms Place condominiums.   Palms is located just west of the center of the Las Vegas Strip off I-15 on Flamingo Road. Palms Casino Resort is owned by The San Manuel Gaming and Hospitality Authority (“SMGHA”) an affiliate of the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians. For more information visit http://www.palms.com/

Backstreet Boys Enjoy Michael Jackson ONE In Vegas

 

Last weekend, the Backstreet Boys were spotted taking in the acclaimed Michael Jackson ONE by Cirque du Soleil® at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino. The legendary boyband sat alongside Rich and Tone Talauega, choreographers of the show, as they watched captivating acrobatics, stunts and vivid dance numbers dedicated to the King of Pop. Nick Carter, Howie Dorough, AJ McLean, Brian Littrell and Kevin Richardson all took photos with the electrifying cast following the show.

 *Photos courtesy of Cirque du Soleil®

Legendary Comedian Carol Burnett Out & About In Las Vegas!

On Saturday evening (April 2, 2022), legendary comedian and actress Carol Burnett was spotted dining at the upscale eatery Triple George Grill at Downtown Grand Hotel & Casino. The renowned comedy icon was seen enjoying Triple George Grill’s classic dishes and stopped to take a photo with general manager George Gatewood before performing at her show at The Smith Center.

About Triple George Grill

Recognized for its power lunch specials, happy hour offerings and classic cuisine, Triple George Grill is known as one of the first independent eateries to emerge in the beginning years of the revitalization of downtown Las Vegas, paving the way for what is now a thriving and eclectic urban dining scene. Known as THE power lunch spot and downtown dinner experience in Las Vegas, Triple George Grill is located at Downtown Grand’s 3rd Street between Stewart and Ogden. Inspired by the “George,” a high-minded, noble individual who is free in giving and sharing, and generally lives life to the fullest, the restaurant’s name pays homage to the restaurant’s original three owners. The 2018 TripAdvisor® Certificate of Excellence Award winning restaurant is popular for blending classic dining with the charm of a neighborhood restaurant. Guests experience a fresh selection of American-style seafood, steaks and chops as well as homemade soups, salads, pasta dishes and daily specials.

 

Courtesy: Triple George Grill

Las Vegas' Neon Museum Voted No. 1 Best Pop Culture Museum

 The Neon Museum was voted No. 1 in the 2022 USA TODAY 10Best Readers' Choice travel award contest for Best Pop Culture Museum.  The Neon Museum was nominated by a panel of travel experts and won the top spot by 10Best.com readers from a field of highly popular and notable museums from across the United States. It was the only museum in Nevada nominated.

 “We are very honored to have been selected by USA Today and 10best.com’s travel experts for inclusion in this list of venerable pop culture museums, and we are humbled to have been voted number one by the public,” said Aaron Berger, executive director of The Neon Museum. “As a museum, we are grateful to be seen as a reflection of pop culture. The recognition speaks volumes about how museums can preserve and present historical artifacts that resonate with today’s visitors.

 

Twenty pop culture museums were chosen as nominees for the contest by a panel of relevant experts which include a combination of editors from USA TODAY; editors from 10Best.com; relevant expert contributors; and sources for both these media and other Gannett properties. The public then had the opportunity to vote online for one nominee per day, over a four-week period on the 10Best.com website. The list of nominees included iconic pop culture destinations like the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, the GRAMMY Museum Mississippi, the Birthplace of Country Music Museum, the Stax Museum of American Soul Music, and Rancho Obi-Wan, to name a few.

 

10Best.com provides original, unbiased, and experiential travel content of top attractions, things to see and do, and restaurants for top destinations in the U.S. and around the world. The core of the site's uniqueness is its team of local travel experts: a well-traveled and well-educated group who are not only experts in their fields - and their cities - but discriminating in their tastes. These local experts live in the city they write about so the content is constantly updated. 10Best.com averages 5 million visitors per month. It was acquired by USA TODAY in January of 2013.

For more information, including tour schedules and tickets, visit www.neonmuseum.org.

Rocker Sammy Hagar Performs Sold Out Shows In Vegas! All At The STRAT!

The party continues to go strong for Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Sammy Hagar, whose Sammy Hagar & Friend’s hit residency at The STRAT Hotel, Casino & Skypod, rolled through Las Vegas over the weekend for three more sold-out shows. Joined by his rock supergroup, Sammy Hagar & The Circle – featuring drummer Jason Bonham, bassist, fellow Hall of Famer and former Van Halen bandmate, Michael Anthony, and guitarist Vic Johnson, this week’s performances surprised fans with Trombone Shorty on Wednesday night, Lita Ford on Friday night and Gavin DeGraw on Saturday night. Plus, Jason Bonham’s son, singer Jager Bonham, joined the band for his first-ever ever on-stage performance with his dad and The Circle. Tickets for Hagar’s next residency shows, just confirmed for July 1 and July 2, will go live next week - tickets.thestrat.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=30

Straight from New Orleans, Trombone Shorty’s powerful performance alongside Hagar & The Circle had the audience on their feet for Stevie Wonder’s “Superstition” on Wednesday night. On Friday night, iconic guitarist, vocalist and songwriter, Lita Ford, jammed alongside the band on Hagar’s hit and Ford favorite, “Rock Candy.” Saturday night, fans got to rock out with multiple surprise guests, including singer and songwriter Gavin DeGraw, to his hit song “I Don’t Want to Be.” Plus, DeGraw, Hagar and Anthony closed out the show with an electrifying performance of a Van Halen classic, “When It’s Love.” Also joining the group on Saturday was Jason Bonham’s 22-year-old son, Jager Bonham. He took the stage for the first time ever with his father to perform Billy Idol’s “Rebel Yell.” 

Hagar brought his daughter, Samantha Hagar, on stage to wish her a happy 21st birthday. Sammy brings his signature beach vibe to The STRAT Theater with his award-winning portfolio of spirits, including his new top-shelf sparking rum cocktails by Sammy’s Beach Bar Cocktail Co., his award-winning, Puerto Rico-made Beach Bar Rum, and his Santo Tequila and Santo Mezquila, a partnership with Hagar’s friend, Guy Fieri. 

Produced by industry leader, SPI Entertainment and Hagar’s manager, Tom Consolo, of TC Management, “Sammy Hagar & Friends” sold out each show in under two hours. New dates will be announced for 2022.

Ludacris To Perform During Football Draft Week-End In Vegas At LIGHT Nightclub

LIGHT Nightclub, located at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino, will close out the month and the first professional football draft weekend in Las Vegas with a performance by the legendary  award-winning rapper Ludacris Saturday, April 30 as part of the venue’s jaw-dropping lineup of top artists. 

Ludacris is the award-winning American rapper and actor known for smash hits like “Rollout (My Business),” “What’s Your Fantasy,” “Get Back,” and “Move B*tch.” Ludacris has won three GRAMMY Awards including 2005’s “Best Rap/Sung Collaboration” for “Yeah!” with Usher and Lil John, 2007’s “Best Rap Song” for his hit song “Money Maker” featuring Pharrell and “Best Rap Album” for his album titled “Release Therapy” as well as 17 additional nominations. Winning the 2005 MTV Video Music Award for “Best Rap Video” plus nine BET Awards between 2002 and 2008, including three “Best Collaboration” awards, two “Video of the Year” awards, two “Best Male Hip-Hop Artist” awards and a “Viewer’s Choice,” the superstar artist popularized the “Dirty South” style of rap. His collaboration with Carrie Underwood on the track “The Champion” also received the CMT Music Award for Female Video of the Year as well as two additional award nominations. 

Ludacris formed his own recording label “Disturbing the Peace” in the late 1990s, later becoming a part of Def Jam Recordings through which, he released eight studio albums. All eight records broke into the Top 5 on the Billboard 200 charts with four of them reaching number one. Five of the albums also achieved certified multi-platinum status, one earning platinum and two more achieving gold. Twenty-seven singles by Ludacris have broken into the Billboard Hot 100 including “Stand Up” featuring Shawnna and “Money Maker” featuring Pharrell topping the list at number 1. As the lead artist, Ludacris has received one multi-platinum, five single platinum and three gold certifications for his singles. His work as a featured artist has earned six multi-platinum, seven single platinum and five gold certifications. As a collaborating artist on Justin Beiber’s hit single, “Baby,” Ludacris earned certified diamond status. 

Ludacris is also known for his various roles in both film and television. His most popular role is Tej Parker in the “Fast and Furious” film series making his first appearance in the franchise’s first sequel in 2003. Other noteworthy roles include “Crash,” “Gamer,” “American Hustle” and “New Year’s Eve.” In 2005, he was presented the award for “Outstanding Cast in a Motion Picture” for his performance in “Crash” from the Screen Actors Guild. His acting career also includes a recurring character on “Law & Order: Special Victim’s Unit,” a guest appearance on “Empire” and a voice role as himself on three Def Jam video games. 

Since 2013, LIGHT has provided guests with a world-class experience combining a state-of-the-art sound system with massive LED screens. Reopening its doors in February with performances by Wyclef Jean, Sam Hunt and Iggy Azalea, LIGHT will continue the star-studded lineup in April with Masego, Miguel and DJ Pope among other talent to be announced.

More information is available - thelightvegas.com/

 

The Barbershop Cut & Cocktails Celebrates 3rd Anniversary Tonight!

 The Barbershop Cuts & Cocktails, at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, will celebrate the third anniversary of “Faded Karaoke” on Tuesday, March 29. The swanky hidden cocktail lounge’s popular karaoke night starts at 10 p.m. every Tuesday and features performances by a live band.  

Honoring the third year of “Faded Karaoke,” the speakeasy will provide the stage with a live band for guests who want to live out their lead singer fantasies. Increasing in popularity over the last three years, Zac Brown, the GRAMMY award-winning lead singer of Zac Brown Band, recently joined in on the “Faded Karaoke” fun performing three songs, waiting his turn for each as to not take away from each guests’ opportunity to be a star. 

 

Recently featured on an episode of “Jimmy Kimmel Live!,” The Barbershop is a fully operational barbershop offering a wide range of men’s grooming services. Secreted behind an inconspicuous janitor’s door, The Barbershop boasts a speakeasy-style lounge with a fully stocked bar as well leather couches and upholstered chairs arranged to draw attention to the stage with live music every night including surprise performances from music superstars including Machine Gun Kelly, Zac Brown, Macy Gray, DJ Ashba and Gavin DeGraw. 

 

For tickets, pricing, reservations and further information please visit thebarbershoplv.com/ or call (702) 698-7434. 

April Live Entertainment Line-Up For Arizona Charlie's

Arizona Charlie’s Decatur, located at 740 S. Decatur Blvd. and Arizona Charlie’s Boulder, located at 4575 Boulder Hwy., will host a packed lineup of performances in April featuring a variety of local cover bands. 

 Arizona Charlie’s Decatur’s Naughty Ladies’ Saloon: 

• 8 p.m. on Friday, April 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29: variety cover band, San Fernando Band.  

• 8 p.m. on Saturday, April 2: Elvis Presley and Rod Stewart tribute, The El Rod Show.  

• 8 p.m. on Saturday, April 9: Fleetwood Mac and Stevie Nicks tribute, Fleetwood Nicks. 

• 8 p.m. on Saturday, April 16: ABBA tribute, ABBA LA. 

• 8 p.m. on Saturday, April 23: James Taylor tribute, Never Die Young. 

• 8 p.m. on Saturday, April 30: Neil Diamond the Tribute featuring Rob Garrett.  

• Arizona Charlie’s Boulder’s Palace Grand Lounge: 

• 8 p.m. on Friday, April 1 and 29: Local Yacht rock band, Yacht & Roll. 

• 8 p.m. on Friday, April 8: Acoustic Fleetwood Mac and Stevie Nicks tribute, Fleetwood Nicks Unplugged. 

• 8 p.m. on Friday, April 15 and 22: variety cover band, Voice of Summer. 

More information is available at www.arizonacharliesdecatur.com and www.arizonacharliesboulder.com. 

Iconic Meek Mill Will Begin New Vegas Residency LIVE At Drai's On April 9th

Drai’s Nightclub will welcome back music industry icon, Meek Mill, for a multi-show Drai’s LIVE residency that kicks off on Saturday, April 9. The Grammy-nominated artist will return as part of Drai’s incredible Memorial Day weekend lineup, taking over the stage at Drai’s Nightclub on Friday, May 27, and at Drai’s Beachclub for a daytime performance on Saturday, May 28.  Additional shows of his 2022 residency will be announced at a later date. Tickets are available for purchase now on the Drai’s website. 

Dustin Drai, Vice President of Entertainment, Drai’s Management Group, said: “We are proud to produce residencies at the forefront of music so it’s with great excitement that we welcome back Meek Mill.  As one of the industry’s best and most powerful live performers, we look forward to welcoming him back to the Drai’s LIVE stage and continuing our great partnership.” 

Mill’s most recent album, Expensive Pain, is an expression of the trials and triumphs of his life through bangers and emotional tracks.  The album follows Championships, which debuted at No. 1 on Billboard’s Top 200 Albums, marking his second chart-topper, as well as a GRAMMY nomination for Best Rap Album in 2020.  As one of the hottest live performers, Mill’s catalog includes popular new hits including, “Hot” and “Sharing Locations,” to crowd favorites like, “Dreams and Nightmares,” “R.I.C.O.” (feat. Drake), “House Party,” “Respect The Game," and “100 Summers.” 

Sitting 11 stories high surrounded by breathtaking views of the Las Vegas Strip, the sweeping 35,000-square-foot beach club is famous for sensational pool parties, luxurious cabanas and bungalows, and live performances. In addition to two full-service bars, Drai’s Beachclub offers more than 75 luxurious VIP tables under an awning of towering palms. Drai’s Beachclub is now open from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. from Friday through Sunday, and daily starting in May. Tickets to Drai’s Beachclub events are available here. The upcoming Drai’s LIVE concert lineup can be found at draisgroup.com/las-vegas/beachclub/calendar-view/. 

Drai’s is the only nightclub in Las Vegas that offers full-length concerts by today’s hottest artists. Every weekend, the Drai’s LIVE concert series brings big names like Lil Wayne and Lil Baby to the rooftop of The Cromwell, with epic performances set to the stunning backdrop of the lights of the Las Vegas Strip. Tickets to Drai’s Nightclub events are available here. The upcoming Drai’s LIVE concert lineup can be found at draisgroup.com/las-vegas/nightclub/calendar-view/. 

Drai’s Nightclub is now open Friday through Sunday from 10 p.m. to 4 a.m. Tickets and VIP table reservations are available on the website at www.draisgroup.com. Other special requests are available by emailing info@draislv.com.

Meek Mill performing live at Drai’s Nightclub on Dec. 29, 2019, credit Megan Blair

National Beer Day Is Coming Up! Celebrate At The STRAT!

The STRAT Hotel, Casino & SkyPod will celebrate National Beer Day with draft beer promotions, food specials and more on Thursday, April 7. 

Offered exclusively on National Beer Day, $5 draft beer will be served at PT’s Wings & Sports, REMIX Lounge, 108 Drinks, View Lounge and Nunzio’s throughout the day.

 

PT’s Wings & Sports will offer a special dish to pair with its wide selection of beer, served bottled or on tap. Featured bacon wrapped corn dogs, topped with crispy potatoes will be available, priced at $12.

 

Beer flights will also be offered at PT’s Wings & Sports in a variety of five-ounce drafts, including the Dusk to Dawn flight, served with Kona Longboard Lager, Bad Beat Bluffing isn’t Weisse, Alaskan Amber and Modern Times Black House Coffee Stout; and the IPA Tour flight, including PT’s and Golden Road SkyJump IPA, Big Doug’s Underbite Double IPA, Dogfish Head 60 Minutes IPA and Lovelady Love Juice Hazy IPA, priced at $10 each.

 

Complimentary parking and valet are always available at The STRAT Hotel, Casino & SkyPod.

More information is available at www.TheSTRAT.com or by calling 702-380-7777.

New Metro Police Dept. K9 Operations Center Breaks Ground

Last Monday, March 21, South Point Hotel, Casino and Spa broke ground on the new Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department K-9 Operations Center.

The groundbreaking ceremony was led by Lieutenant Jeff Clark of the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department K-9 Section, alongside with Sheriff Joe Lombardo, Clark County Commissioner Michael Naft and Ryan Growney, general manager of South Point Hotel, Casino & Spa. The speakers shared personal stories tied to the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department and their excitement for the new state-of-the-art facility.

The operations center will be 11,400-square-feet and home to the department’s K-9 section. It will be equipped with kennels, a canine obstacle course, a 9,186 square foot canine grass area, office spaces and more. It will be located near South Point Hotel, Casino & Spa on Pyle Ave. and is expected to open by the end of the year.

For more information or for room reservations, call (702) 796-7111 or visit  southpointcasino.com/

(Photo Credit: Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department)

 

Country Star Dustin Lynch Performs At Hidden Speakeasy!

Country music star Dustin Lynch surprised fans at The Barbershop Cuts & Cocktails at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas when he took the stage to perform two songs for the energetic crowd. 

Arriving to the hidden speakeasy shortly after 11 p.m., Lynch was joined by a group of friends from high school. The two-time American Country Award winner and CMT Music Award winner joined The 442s to rock the lounge twice during the night. Joining The 442s members, Ben Carey (Savage Garden, Lifehouse and Brett Young), Justin Carder (The Feds and toured with Evanescence), Eric Runquist (Ben Folds) and Al Serrato (The Hellenbacks), Lynch launched into a cover of “My Own Worst Enemy” by Lit, thrilling the audience into a boisterous sing-along. The country music star later closed the night with a cover of “Free Fallin’” by Tom Petty to raucous applause from guests. 

Wanting to celebrate a reunion of old friends with live music, the group was dressed casually and drank Michelob Ultra and sipped on bourbon throughout their visit. When not on stage, Lynch spent the night dancing and interacting with fans throughout the lounge, stopping to talk and take pictures. The group stayed at the speakeasy until after 2 a.m. to hang out with the band before ending their Friday night. 

The Barbershop is a popular spot for superstar artists like Machine Gun Kelly, Zac Brown, Gavin DeGraw and Macy Gray to surprise audiences in a cool, intimate bar.

The Barbershop Cuts & Cocktails is open for cuts from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 10 a.m. to midnight Friday and Saturday. The speakeasy is open at 8 p.m. Sunday through Wednesday and 6 p.m. Thursday through Saturday. More information can be found on the website at www.thebarbershoplv.com