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Why they play: 5 local bands on what keeps them going- ““I’m a player and music is my sport, so I play hard.” read article
- New bands worth scouting on the local music scene
- Who, where and when to watch. read article
Hunting for (and finding) good vinyl in Las Vegas- Blues records in a walk-in closet. read article
The Intersection
Nevada: possibly the worst state in the union for criminals to hide in- A former local grocery store operator was deported last week for failure to disclose his bloody wartime history. more
- Pizza Patron gives free pies for ordering in Spanish—and gets criticism in return
- Is the promotion discriminatory or just some harmless fun? more
The long, strange trip of Bob Stupak’s moon rocks- And the reported breakdown begins with Neil Armstrong. more
- Thinking about Mitt Romney, ‘Mad Men’ and more
- Also, pondering the obesity rate of a nudist society. more
On the horizon: a quick look at projects poised to shape Downtown- There’s more happening than that Zappos move everyone is talking about. more
Random photo of the week- Submitted by Tina Nathalia. more
Conversation starters: From the housing market to a ‘Divorce Hotel’- Also, a CSN student wants to carry a gun on the school’s campus. more
Cowtown Guitars owners Jesse and Roxie talk new digs, sleeper amps and Eleanors- Moving the local musician’s fave shop Downtown was “a natural fit.” more
Texting and driving simulator (hopefully) scares kids straight- Are you afraid of high school drivers? more
Think you know Las Vegas? Try our exclusive crossword- Can we have a word? more
Nightlife
Queens define the night at Drink & Drag, Downtown’s hot new venue- Drink & Drag brings high energy (and bowling) to Neonopolis. more
Hot Spots: Last bash at Playboy Club and more- Also, Morgan Page at Surrender and Derek Hough at Tabu. more
Todd English’s bourbon tea brings back memories- Sugar, spice, everything nice, and then some. more
Punk Rock Bowling Monday: Pennywise, Hot Water Music and fans watching for free- Crowds thinned for the last round of the punk festival, but it rocked on. more
Arts & Entertainment
Buying talent: Danny Zelisko, the Pearl- “There’s a certain point where we won’t chase, we won’t play that game of overspending just to get the act on the property.” more
Buying talent: Bobby Reynolds, the Joint- “I’ll tell you right now, we’re negotiating with a couple of different bands looking to emulate what we did with Mötley Crüe.” more
New Yorker and Californian make Pop Up Art House anniversary show memorable- Artists’ divergent styles prove to be complementary. more
How Punk Rock Bowling filled Fremont East with a spirit of unity and adventure- Veterans interacting with newer groups, outrageous punk band jacket patches and more. more
Artist explores language’s strange evolution at Trifecta- LA-based Thomas Lee Bakofsky enchants with Yes No Maybe. more
Five thoughts about Childish Gambino’s Boulevard Pool concert at the Cosmo- A 2,000-plus crowd gathered to hear the Community actor’s music. more
Burlesque Hall of Fame Weekend brings together past and present legends- Get ready for a blast of burlesque this weekend more
Where to go, what to drink and what to see this week- A party to remember, a beer cask and an adults-only comedy night … more
Artist Stephen Hendee returns with “The Pinpoint Remains”- We know Hendee from his glowing futuristic environments made from translucent polypropylene and fluorescent lights, and his Downtown public sculpture, “Monument to the Simulacrum.” more
Henderson Symphony Orchestra brings new life to another Chaplin classic- Modern Times coming to Henderson Pavilion. more
- Buying talent: Danny Zelisko, the Pearl
- “There’s a certain point where we won’t chase, we won’t play that game of overspending just to get the act on the property.” more
Screen
‘Snow White and the Huntsman’ makes a familiar story darker and duller- “It takes a tale that can be read to a child in 10 minutes before bed and drags it out past two hours.” more
Brit Marling mesmerizes in ‘Sound of My Voice’- The Sundance sensation also co-wrote the sci-fi film. more
Film review: ‘Darling Companion’- “Darling Companion is awkward but also sweet, and it’s difficult to muster actual hatred for the movie.” more
Short films shine at Tropfest Las Vegas- Cosmopolitan to host three-day showcase event. more
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Taste
- Eating Luxor
Unsung steak and other hidden deliciousness await.- Viet Bistro satisfies beyond pho
Magical mom-and-pop joint boasts a mighty menu.- Shibuya chef Stephane Chevet loves Japanese, but his go-to restaurants serve more ...
Strip chef blows his friends’ minds by taking them to Hot N Juicy Crawfish.- Sage's Black & Blue Tuna: the perfect bite for the season
Ahi seared with a savory crust, arugula, anchovies, green beans and more.
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CD Review: The Walkmen
- Vintage instruments notwithstanding, Hamilton Leithauser’s voice has always been the coolest aspect of The Walkmen’s sound.
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CD Review: Public Image Ltd.
- Meandering ramblings, a few forays into reggae/ska and plenty of cranky-old-man yelping only make This Is PiL a chore to get through.
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CD review: Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros' 'Here'
- The group's second full-length feels emotionally substantial.
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Featured Cocktail
Jun 6, 2012
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Sabrina Chapman
Jump start your morning with the I Heart Mary
There’s nothing better to nurse a Las Vegas hangover than a fresh Bloody Mary. I Heart Burgers at Town Square presents the I Heart Mary ($8), a vodka/tomato juice combo ...
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