BYOB Children Of The Korn & Smashing Alice: Vegas Crowd Magnets That Pack The House!

 Today, I'm digging through fan mail, blog comments, and Facebook messages, and one comment jumped off the screen louder than a Marshall stack cranked to 11. It came from Craig, a die-hard music fan, a BaDD-A$$ drummer in our local music scene, and one cool dude. Craig fired off this observation about my blog post yesterday: Read it < Here >

"If you're really plugged in to the so-called scene, you would have heard from the people that own the Tuscany that BYOB and Children Of The Korn and Smashing Alice pack that room more than anyone, every single time."

First things first. The blog I wrote yesterday was based strictly on the stats from that particular week, not an all-time scoreboard. And yes, I know all three bands Craig mentioned. More importantly, all three have proven time and time again that they can put bodies through the front door and keep crowds coming back for more. So, let's shine the spotlight where it belongs.

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BYOB has become one of those bands that Vegas rock fans circle on the calendar the moment a show is announced. Bringing the power, energy, and attitude of System Of A Down to the stage, they don't just perform songs, they launch an all-out assault on your senses. The band's loyal following is no accident. They've earned every fan one thunderous performance at a time, packing venues with people who know exactly what they're getting: a high-octane night of controlled chaos and heavy-hitting rock.

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Then there's Children Of The Korn, a tribute that captures the raw intensity, groove, and aggression that made Korn one of the biggest names in nu-metal history. From the moment they hit the stage, the crowd is locked in. Heads start banging, fists go in the air, and the energy level skyrockets. Their shows aren't just concerts; they're gatherings for an entire tribe of fans who refuse to let the spirit of nu-metal fade away.

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And let's not forget Smashing Alice, a band that continues to build a reputation for delivering hard rock with conviction, attitude, and authenticity. Their performances connect with audiences because they're fueled by a genuine love of the music and a determination to leave everything on the stage. Every time they roll into a venue, they bring a crowd that's ready to rock, and they never leave disappointed!

The bottom line? Las Vegas is loaded with great bands, but these three have earned their place in the conversation. They've built loyal fan bases, consistently draw strong crowds, and remind us why the local rock scene is alive and kicking. So the next time BYOB, Children Of The Korn, or Smashing Alice lands on a local bill, quit scrolling, grab your friends, head to the venue, buy a ticket, and support live music. These 3 bands are bringing the noise!

Check out their links below their Band Pics, mark your calendars, and get yourself to a show. There's nothing like experiencing these bands live, where the lights are blazing, the amps are roaring, and the energy hits you right in the chest. Support the local scene, support live music, and discover why BYOB, Children Of The Korn, and Smashing Alice continue to pack rooms and keep Vegas rock fans coming back for more. Trust me, this is one concert recommendation you don't want to scroll past. 🤘🔥🎸

Gary England

Raiding The Rock Vault Returns To The Las Vegas Strip For Two Nights Of Pure Rock Thunder!

  Raiding The Rock Vault returns to the Hard Rock Cafe Las Vegas Strip for two special nights of legendary Rock n' Roll on Thursday, October 15th and Saturday, November 28th.

More than a concert, this is a full-throttle ride through the soundtrack of generations. Raiding The Rock Vault cranks up the amps and takes audiences on a powerhouse journey through the history of rock 'n' roll, delivering the timeless songs that changed music forever.

Get ready for an explosive setlist featuring iconic hits from The Rolling Stones, The Who, Jimi Hendrix, Led Zeppelin, Deep Purple, Free, Eagles, Fleetwood Mac, Queen, Boston, Kansas, Aerosmith, Van Halen, AC/DC, Pat Benatar, Foreigner, Heart, Journey, Bon Jovi, Whitesnake, and many more. Every riff, every chorus, and every anthem is performed with the energy and authenticity that made these songs legendary.

The stage will be packed with rock royalty and road-tested veterans, including:

🎤 Andrew Freeman (Last in Line, Great White, The Offspring, Lynch Mob)
🎤 Jizzy Pearl (Love/Hate, Ratt, L.A. Guns)
🎤 Keith St. John (Montrose, Burning Rain)
🎸 Steve Hott (Ratt)
🥁 Blas Elias (Slaughter, Trans-Siberian Orchestra)
🎸 Mitch Perry (Michael Schenker Group, Edgar Winter, Cher)
🎸 Sean Koos (Joan Jett & The Blackhearts, The Outfield)
🎻 Georgia Napolitano (Trans-Siberian Orchestra)
🎹 Michael T. Ross (Lita Ford, Missing Persons, Aldo Nova)
🎸 Rowan Robertson (Dio)

**Artist lineup subject to change.

Together, these acclaimed musicians bring decades of rock history to one stage, performing the songs that filled arenas, ruled the airwaves, and became the soundtrack of our lives.

📍 Hard Rock Cafe Las Vegas Strip
🚪 Doors Open: 7:00 PM
🎸 Showtime: 8:00 PM

Two nights. One stage. A lifetime of rock classics.

If you ever cranked up Zeppelin, sang along with Journey, raised your fist to AC/DC, or wore out a Queen album, this is your show. Whether you're reliving the glory days or introducing the next generation to real rock 'n' roll, prepare for a high-voltage night packed with unforgettable performances.

Real Rock. Real Rockstars!

🎟 Tickets (Both Dates):
www.RaidingTheRockVault.com/tickets

🎟 Thursday, October 15 Event Page

🎟 Saturday, November 28 Event Page

{My Take}

As a longtime rock journalist, I can't help but think the stars are lining up. Ever since Raiding The Rock Vault said goodbye to Las Vegas last December, there's been a void in the city's live rock scene. Now that the Hard Rock Hotel is making its return next year, what better show to fly the flag for real rock 'n' roll music than RTRV? If you ask me, it's a no-brainer! Just sayin'! 🤘🎸

See you at the show,

Gary England 🤘🎸🔥

Hit Hard Play Loud: Las Vegas Dirty Ratt Band Seeking Stage‑Dominating Drummer!

 In the loud, lawless underbelly of Las Vegas, Dirty Ratt — the city’s snarling, high‑octane tribute to RATT — is tearing open the gates and looking for a drummer immediately who can bring the kind of fire that shakes music venues' walls. We’re talking a heavy‑metal vibe, pro‑level precision, reliable gear, and the kind of explosive stage presence that channels the raw, relentless energy of Ratt's Bobby Blotzer himself. If you can hammer out those metal grooves with authority, throw down backing vocals, and deliver the kind of thunder that keeps Sin City awake, you’re already in the zone. Hit the links below to see what Dirty Ratt is all about, then reach out to Chris Miggiani for more info, because if you’ve got the power, Dirty Ratt wants you behind the kit driving this beast!

Dirty Ratt on Facebook 

Dirty Ratt YouTube

Message Chris Miggiani on Facebook 

Or Email Chris at: chris.miggiani@gmail.com

Rob Hussey Leads A Full Scale Neon‑Fueled Rock Riot With Cyanide’s New Hit And Music Vid "Get Up And Dance"

 It's good to be home! And I'm back just in time for a hot one!

Las Vegas just got slapped with a full‑throttle sonic uppercut, courtesy of Rob Hussey, Vegas rock machine who writes it, shreds it, produces it, films it, and performs it like he’s got nitro in his veins. His band Cyanide just dropped their newest burner, “Get Up and Dance,” and both the track and the video are already detonating across the scene like a stack of amps pushed past their redline!

The music video hit YouTube Thursday night at 9 PM Pacific, and the second it went live, it felt like someone flipped the switch on a Vegas power surge. I spun the track on Spotify, cranked up the volume, and watched the video twice back‑to‑back — this vid is straight up Vegas Hot, no filter, no brakes!

“Get Up and Dance” is a high‑octane hard‑rock rager, built on monster riffs, skyscraper‑sized hooks, and that classic arena‑rock DNA that makes you want to stomp, shout, and throw horns until sunrise. It’s the kind of track that doesn’t ask you to move — it orders you to.

Cyanide On Spotify

Get Up And Dance On Spotify

And the video?

It's a pure chaos nuclear cinema explosion!

Fire blasting, lights strobing, bodies flying, the whole thing dripping with that wild‑child, Sin City swagger. It’s a love letter to the golden age of hard rock, but shot through a modern, adrenaline‑soaked lens only Rob Hussey could pull off. This is rock ’n’ roll with gasoline poured on top!

"Official Music Video"

Cyanide didn’t just release a song — they launched a party grenade into the Vegas music scene. And judging by the early buzz, the blast radius is global!

To Rob and the boys: thanks for keeping the Vegas rock heartbeat pounding loud enough for the world to feel it.

Cyanide just lit the fuse! “Get Up and Dance” proves real rock still hits like a desert thunderbolt. Turn it up, watch the vid, feel the burn, and ride the chaos that Rob Hussey & Cyanide bring to the local LV Music Scene!

Gary England

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Cyanide YouTube Channel 

Cyanide Facebook

Rob Hussey Facebook

LaHi Cassiano - Guitar

Greg Percuoco - Guitar

Greg Montoya - Bass

Ryan Gillan - Drums

Keith Robert War - Featured Artist

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A Rock‑’n’-Roll Saturday Night Inside The Hard Rock Café Las Vegas Strip: Todd Kerns Zach Throne Brent Muscat And A Crowd That Gave Back To Help Support The Nevada SPCA

Pictured Left to Right

Zach Throne, Todd Kerns, Brent Muscat

Saturday night inside the Hard Rock Café on the Las Vegas Strip felt like stepping into a living, breathing rock documentary — the kind where legends, locals, and loyal fans collide under the neon lights, with a soundtrack of nothing but hits. With Todd Kerns, Zach Throne, and Brent Muscat leading the charge, the room didn’t just get a concert; it got a masterclass in rock‑and‑roll showmanship, delivered with heart, humor, and a cause worth cheering for.

And the best part? Every bit of it helped support the Nevada SPCA — all for the price of a cat or dog food donation.

(Cat & Dog Food Donations)

 A Setlist Built for a Las Vegas Crowd

The trio wasted no time diving into a jukebox of classics that spanned decades and genres, each song chosen with the precision of musicians who know exactly how to ignite a room.

• KISS – “I Was Made for Lovin’ You” kicked things off with that unmistakable pulse that instantly pulled the crowd in.

• Elvis – “Suspicious Minds” (a perfect Vegas nod) had the room swaying and singing like it was 1972 all over again.

• The Beatles – “I Saw Her Standing There” brought the energy up another notch, proving that some songs never lose their spark.

• Ozzy Osbourne – “Mama, I’m Coming Home” delivered the night’s first emotional punch — raw, powerful, and beautifully handled.

Then came a moment that felt like a gift to longtime rock fans: Brent Muscat of Faster Pussycat joined Todd Kerns for a heartfelt, gritty performance of “House of Pain.” It was one of those rare Vegas moments where nostalgia and authenticity meet in the middle of the room, and everyone feels it.

Power Ballads, Arena Anthems & Harmonies That Hit Hard

The night kept building with a run of songs that turned the Hard Rock Café into a full‑blown arena:

• Motley Crue – “Home Sweet Home”

• Whitesnake – “Here I Go Again”

• Bon Jovi – “Wanted Dead or Alive”

• KISS – “Beth”

Each one landed with the kind of emotional weight that only seasoned performers like these three awesome Rock Stars can deliver.

A standout highlight was Zach Throne and Todd Kerns teaming up for “When I’m With You” by Sheriff — a soaring, vocally demanding ballad that they absolutely nailed. Harmonies tight. Crowd locked in. Goosebumps everywhere.

And just when the room thought it had peaked, the band fired off two final anthems that shook the walls:

• KISS – “Shout It Out Loud”

• Bon Jovi – “Livin’ on a Prayer”

By the time the last chorus hit, the entire venue was singing as one — locals, tourists, rock veterans, first‑timers, everyone!

Great Food, Great Music, Great Cause

The Hard Rock Café delivered on all fronts: delicious food, a packed house, and a night of entertainment that felt bigger than the room itself.

But what truly elevated the evening was the purpose behind it. Fans didn’t buy tickets. They didn’t pay a cover charge. They simply brought cat or dog food donations to support the Nevada SPCA, turning a night of music into a night of meaningful impact.

It was Vegas at its best — community‑driven, star‑powered, and overflowing with heart.

{My Take}

Saturday night at the Hard Rock Café wasn’t just a show. It was a celebration of music, generosity, and the kind of camaraderie that only happens when great musicians (Rock Stars) and great people come together for a cause.

Todd Kerns, Zach Throne, and Brent Muscat didn’t just perform — they created a moment. A loud, joyful, unforgettable moment that fed the soul and helped feed animals in need.

That’s the kind of night Las Vegas lives for!

So does this Rock Journalist!

Gary England

Three Lock Box Velvet Chains Headline Count's Vamp'd Las Vegas

Friday night, May 16th, 2025

Arriving at the club.

The familiar rumble of amps echoed from inside Count’s Vamp’d, with a sense of change hanging deeply in the air. Tonight was more than just another rock show with two amazing bands. It was like a love letter to one of Las Vegas’s most iconic live music venues, soon to close its doors after years of championing the city’s classic rock music scene. For fans, musicians, and loyal regulars, it wasn’t just about the bands on stage; it was about honoring the legacy of Count's Vamp'd, a place that's given so many local and touring bands a home and has given thousands of fans (Including Me) some unforgettable memories!

Opening the night was Velvet Chains, who I call one of the fastest rising stars of the hard rock scene. Velvet Chains took the stage and gave the packed house a blistering, high-energy performance. Highlighting the band's dynamic blend of hard rock and melodic hooks. With a BaDD-A$$ look and sound that you won't soon forget!

Band Members: (Pictured Left to Right)

• Nils Goldschmidt – Bass, Backing Vocals

• Philip Paulsen – Lead Guitar, Backing Vocals

• Chaz Terra – Lead Vocals

• Jason Hope – Drums

• Von Boldt – Rhythm Guitar, Backing Vocals

About Velvet Chains - "The fastest rising stars of the hard rock scene".

Velvet Chains’ biggest opportunities so far have been the 2024 South American run with Slash, Myles Kennedy & the Conspirators, and the May 2025 Brazil support dates with Stone Temple Pilots. 

On the U.S. side, they’ve steadily built local credits, frequently opening for hard-rock mainstays Todd Kerns and L.A. Guns at venues such as Count’s Vamp’d and The House of Blues.

Festival appearances (e.g., Porão do Rock) show the band branching beyond club supports into mixed-genre outdoor bills, exposing them to broader audiences around the world.

This lineup reflects the band's evolution, with Chaz Terra and Philip Paulsen joining in 2025, bringing fresh energy to the group. Long-standing member Nils Goldschmidt, who founded the band in 2018, continue to anchor Velvet Chains' signature sound. Catch their unique brand of hard rock music on Spotify < Velvet Chains Channel > Velvet Chains Official Website   Velvet Chains Facebook

Better yet, catch one of their upcoming shows! {Velvet Chains Calendar}

Take it from this music journalist, these guys Rock Hard!

Three Lock Box.

To me, Three Lock Box is the next best thing to the Red Rocker himself!

Band Members (Pictured Left to Right)

• Danny Robert on drums
• Brenda Fitz on keys
• Merry Adin on bass/vocals
• JC Martinez, known as "Sin City Sammy (Jay Cee) on lead vocals
• Sherri Klein as their Sexy Dancer
• Steve Heath on guitar/vocals

What can you say about this amazing band? They covered over 20 songs in a little over an hour and a half. Brought in Super Rockers Rob Hussey, John Zito, and Stoney Curtis to heat up the party. 

Three Lock Box covered the entire era of Sammy Hagar. From the beginnings of Montrose, to fronting Van Halen, Chickenfoot, to The Circle. Dedicating "Dreams" to the entire staff of Vamp'd, and to owners Danny & Korie Koker. Ending their final performance inside Vamp'd with "There's Only One Way To Rock".

Three Lock Box Set List 5/16/2025

As the final roar of “I Can’t Drive 55” and "There's Only One Way To Rock" dissolved into feedback and the house lights in Count’s Vamp’d snapped from crimson to white, something lingered in the air—part tequila haze, part shared nostalgia, all pure rock-and-roll camaraderie. Three Lock Box didn’t merely revisit Sammy Hagar’s back-catalog; they reminded a packed Vegas room why these songs still rev the collective engine four decades on. 

Three Lock Box Facebook   Three Lock Box Official Website 

If Count’s Vamp’d truly is steering toward its last curtain call, May 16, 2025, proved it can still throw one hell of a party!

I'll Drink To That!

GE

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Count's Vamp'd Facebook 

Count's Vamp'd Official Website

Las Vegas Is A Classic Rock City Or Is It?

 According to local radio station playlists, concert schedules, social media trends, streaming music data, and local venue listings. There's more that meets the eyes (And Ears) in Las Vegas than Classic Rock music. Or is there?

Las Vegas is known for its diverse and vibrant music scene, with live performances across a wide range of genres. Here are the most popular music genres that are played and performed in Las Vegas that help make Las Vegas "The Entertainment Capital Of The World".

It's no surprise that Rock & Classic Rock dominate the LV Music Scene!

Rock has a strong presence in Vegas, with tribute bands, cover bands, and legendary rock acts frequently performing on the Strip and at local venues. Bands like The Rolling Stones, Aerosmith, and Van Halen tribute bands are common in casinos and concert halls.

EDM (Electronic Dance Music)

Las Vegas is one of the global hotspots for EDM, with world-famous DJs like Tiësto, Calvin Harris, and Steve Aoki having residencies at clubs like Omnia, Zouk, and XS. Festivals like EDC (Electric Daisy Carnival) bring massive crowds for electronic music performances.

Pop & Contemporary Hits

Many A-list pop stars hold residencies in Vegas, including artists like Adele, Usher, and Bruno Mars. Pop cover bands also dominate casino lounges and bars.

Country

With venues like Ole Red, Gilley's Saloon, and Stoney’s Rockin’ Country and big concerts at T-Mobile Arena, country music has a solid fan base in Las Vegas.

Hip-Hop & R&B

Vegas nightclubs regularly host major hip-hop artists such as Drake, Cardi B, and Travis Scott.

Jazz & Blues

Jazz and blues can be found in more intimate settings like The Smith Center, The Sand Dollar Lounge, and various casino bars. Local and touring jazz musicians keep the genre alive in Vegas nightlife.

Latin Music (Reggaeton, Salsa, Bachata, Mariachi)

Latin music has a huge audience in Las Vegas, with artists like Bad Bunny and J Balvin selling out arenas. Clubs and bars regularly feature salsa and bachata nights.

Broadway & Show Tunes

Many of Vegas' entertainment productions, like Cirque du Soleil and musical theater shows, feature Broadway-style performances. The Venetian and The Smith Center frequently host major touring productions.

Heavy Metal & Hard Rock

Vegas has a strong underground metal scene, with venues like Count's Vamp’d hosting metal bands regularly. Major rock festivals like Sick New World and When We Were Young cater to rock and metal fans.

Indie & Alternative

The local indie scene thrives in smaller venues like The Space and Backstage Bar & Billiards. Bands like The Killers (who originated from Vegas) helped put the city on the indie rock map.

{My Take}

Las Vegas offers a little bit of everything when it comes to music. 

But Is Las Vegas A Classic Rock City?

I Say It Is!

Rock On ...

GE