Bob Anderson is not a native Las Vegan, but the “Singing Impressionist” called Las Vegas his home for so many years, he was declared a “Native Las Vegan,” during his more than 2 ½ decades of appearing on the Las Vegas Strip, including 10 years at the Top of the Dunes. His love of Las Vegas, and for the dinner clubs that once were the staple of Las Vegas, has brought him right back to those very roots. Anderson will be appearing for a very special engagement in the showroom at the Suncoast Hotel & Casino, this Friday (Nov. 22)
It was Merv Griffin who launched Anderson into national prominence, after an appearance on his nationally syndicated television show, with Nancy Sinatra. Merv was impressed with the young singer, and had seen his ability to mimic other singers backstage. Merv took charge of his future by writing his act and presenting him to the world: The “The Singing Impressionist” was born. Soon, all the talk shows were requesting Anderson. Johnny Carson sent his talent coordinator to the Top of the Dunes to catch the show. Bob was booked to appear the following Monday on “The Tonight Show,” and was immediately booked to return on Thursday of the same week (never had anyone ever been asked back in the same week during Carson’s tenure).
Anderson became a well-known entertainer all over the world, with more than 100 national and international talks show appearances, network variety shows, and major telethons. Today Anderson still nails the voices of the great singers of our time. Along with his conductor, Vince Falcone, they present the “Voice of Bob Anderson in Concert.”
Bob’s most recent appearance in Las Vegas was at The Italian American Club in September. Prior to that, he performed at the Smith Center Jazz Cabaret, and did a sold-out concert with the Las Vegas Philharmonic Orchestra at UNLV.
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The LVH – Las Vegas Hotel & Casino is excited to announce its inaugural Legendary New Year’s Eve Extravaganza on December 31, 2013. The property is planning not one but four separate parties, all with free admission to the public. Attendees are encouraged to move from party to party, which will include the live classic rock band, Big Chrysler, in the Shimmer Cabaret; two island-style bands, Bona Fide and Baba B in The NightClub (formerly SpaceQuest); Hot Top 40 music in Tempo lounge with DJ EZ E; and “New Year’s Across America,” in the SuperBook® where New Year’s Eve will be counted down in each time zone. All of the SuperBook’s huge screens will be in full use for the night, and the party will also include VDJ Astro, and dancing in the middle of the SuperBook. Shimmer Cabaret will be open from 8 p.m. to 4 a.m. with Big Chrysler performing from 9:30 p.m. to 2:30 a.m. The NightClub will be open with both bands, as well as DJ Spice providing entertainment, from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. Tempo will be open from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. Festivities in the SuperBook will begin at 8:30 p.m. in preparation for the first countdown in New York at 9 p.m. They will then countdown in Chicago at 10 p.m., in Denver at 11 p.m. and will do the final countdown at midnight with the live feed in Las Vegas. Adding to the “Extravaganza” will be a large cast of “legendary” characters roaming all over the property between the parties including “Elvis Presley” (played by the property’s own headliner “The King,” Trent Carlini), “Marilyn Monroe,” members of the “Rat Pack,” magicians, jugglers, caricaturists and many other “legendary” characters from history. Attendees will also be welcome to head to the 3rd Floor Pool Deck beginning at 11 p.m. for a spectacular live viewing of Las Vegas’ own fireworks show. Cocktails and hot chocolate will be available for sale to keep viewers warm.
In addition to the four free parties, the property will also host a casino VIP New Year’s Eve Party in its Ballroom. This party includes dinner and dancing to the band, Bootiequake, as well as a champagne toast at midnight. For information on this party, contact Casino Services at (800) 457-3307. The property will also have its 4th Annual New Year’s Eve Party, with partners CAA International and 105.7 The Oasis, in the Paradise Event Center. This event includes “old school” music including live appearances by Evelyn “Champagne” King, and the R&B group, Next. There will be dancing, party favors and a champagne toast at midnight. Tickets for this party are $39, plus tax and fee, before December 15, and $49 plus tax and fee after December 15, and may be purchased at the LVH box office or by calling (702) 732-5755 or (800) 222-5361.
KJUL & KOOL 102 will be presenting “A Holiday Spectacular Concert and Fundraising Event,” at the M Resort on Sunday, Dec. 8, inside the M Pavilion. The holiday concert benefits The Wounded Warrior Project, whose mission is to honor and empower Wounded Warriors. Featured performer and co-host, Clint Holmes, will headline the holiday salute and star-studded concert, with special guest host, former professional NFL defensive back, Fred Williamson. Holmes, an acclaimed singer and consummate entertainer, will perform holiday favorites from the Great American Songbook, standards by Sinatra and contemporary classics. Named Las Vegas Entertainer of the Year three times, Singer of the Year four times and awarded the Sammy Davis Jr. Foundation award, Holmes will deliver a one-of-a-kind holiday salute alongside other celebrity guests including actress and singer Pia Zadora, and original member of the Supremes, Mary Wilson, plus a special welcome from Penn and Teller. Other featured performances include Kelly Clinton, The Swing City Dolls, Next Movement, The Turning Point Trio, and The US Army Color Guard. Tickets are $20 and $25 (VIP seating), inclusive of taxes and fees, and may be purchased at the M Resort Box Office located at Player Services, Chapman Dodge located at 3175 E. Sahara Ave. and the reception desk at KJUL & KOOL102 located at 150 Spectrum Blvd.
Well, gang, that’s it for this week. I’m outa here!