Come Witness The Hardcore Metal Devastation Of Queensrÿche This Saturday September 5th Inside The Cannery Casino Hotel in North Las Vegas

 Las Vegas metal faithful, brace yourselves — Queensrÿche is storming into the Cannery Casino Hotel this Saturday, Sept. 5th (8pm show), and they’re bringing the kind of firepower that built an entire genre from the ground up!

Queensrÿche didn’t just stumble into metal history; they carved their initials into it! Rising out of the early‑’80s Pacific Northwest scene, Queensrÿche fused precision musicianship with dark cinematic storytelling and helped define what progressive metal could be. Four decades later, after world tours, lineup evolutions, and more than 20 million albums sold, they’re still ripping stages apart with a blast so violent that it feels like Las Vegas itself is detonating in neon‑soaked chaos, leaving the other bands stumbling through the wreckage like they never should’ve stepped into the Queensrÿche firestorm!

Queensrÿche hits Vegas with a lineup built to rattle the Cannery to its core. Todd La Torre fires off the classics with skyscraper‑high range and jet‑engine force, giving the band’s legacy a fierce modern edge. On guitars, Michael “Whip” Wilton and Mike Stone deliver a twin‑attack of razor‑sharp riffs and heavy, metal power that slams like a freight train. Eddie Jackson anchors it all with thunderous, melodic bass lines that hold the whole beast together, while Casey Grillo drives the show with explosive, precision drumming that fuels Queensrÿche’s full‑throttle live assault.

Their show this coming Saturday is going to feel like a guided tour through the band’s entire evolution: the atmospheric epics, the riff‑driven bangers, the emotional heavy‑hitters.

You’ll get the essentials — “Silent Lucidity,” “Eyes of a Stranger,” “Jet City Woman,” plus deeper cuts and newer tracks that prove Queensrÿche is still pushing forward, tearing into Vegas with a shockwave of Sin City arena chaos that hits like a neon‑charged blast and leaves everything else shaking in its wake!

*If you’re ready to get swept into the chaos, the power, and the full Queensrÿche experience, lock in your spot now — tickets start at $36.10, and you can snag them through Ticketmaster.com, cannery.boydgaming.com, or grab them in person at the Cannery or any Boyd retail gift shop.

Come dive headfirst into the full metal chaos, the kind of electrifying, all‑in metal experience only Queensrÿche can unleash!

Gary England

Forever Young: Rock Legends On Why The Stage Keeps Calling Them

 This past Saturday, David Lee Roth performed at the Fontainebleau Hotel in Las Vegas. There were a handful of posts on Facebook from my friends who attended the show, with many mixed comments from people who attended. Some good, and some not too good. After reading these posts, I decided that it's time to address age and the musicians who entertain well into their golden age of retirement. 

Plenty of musicians, especially in rock and pop, are still performing well into their retirement years, and like David Lee Roth, they all have their reasons for staying on stage. 

Here are some key examples and what they’ve said about why they keep on entertaining.

Mick Jagger & Keith Richards (The Rolling Stones)
Still touring in their 80s, they often say performing keeps them alive and energized. Jagger has said that the adrenaline rush of being in front of thousands of fans is irreplaceable. Richards jokes that he’ll stop “when the music stops” and that rock ’n’ roll is his way of life.

Paul McCartney
At 82, he continues to tour stadiums worldwide. McCartney has explained that he feels a duty to give fans the songs they grew up with, and performing keeps him young. He’s said he still gets the same thrill walking onstage as he did with The Beatles.

Bruce Springsteen
Even after health setbacks, Springsteen calls his concerts a “sacrament” and sees live performance as a bond between him and the audience. He says the road feels like home and gives him purpose.

Aerosmith (Steven Tyler & Joe Perry)
On their farewell tours, they’ve made it clear that performing keeps them grounded and that fans’ energy is addictive. Tyler often says music is “medicine” for him.

Willie Nelson
Still touring into his 90s, Nelson has said plainly: “I just love the music.” He sees performing as both joy and therapy, a way to stay connected with life itself.

Bob Dylan
Dylan is still on the road constantly in his 80s, calling it the Never-Ending Tour. He has said the routine of playing keeps him sharp, and he’s not interested in slowing down as long as people want to hear him.

And as for the X lead singer for Van Halen, David Lee Roth (70) hasn’t given one single reason, but over the years, he’s revealed several motivations for why he continues to entertain, even into his seventies. Roth has often said the stage is where he feels most alive. Performing gives him the kind of rush and purpose that he doesn’t find elsewhere. Being a showman isn’t just a job; it’s who he is. He’s said in interviews that he’s “built for this,” and that the role of frontman, storyteller, and provocateur is part of his DNA. His mind is wired to create and entertain, and live shows give him an outlet that’s both physical and artistic. He’s said that music is not a business you retire from, it’s a lifestyle. For Roth, it isn’t about money so much as staying true to what he was “put here to do.” And finally, even decades after Van Halen’s heyday, he thrives on the energy of the audience. He’s acknowledged that the loyalty of his fans and their ongoing demand to see him makes it hard to walk away.

{My Take}

For David Lee Roth and the countless others who tune their guitars, or step behind the mic well past their so-called retirement age, the stage isn’t just a workplace, it’s oxygen to them. Like their peers, Roth seems to know that the roar of the crowd doesn’t just validate a career; it keeps the pulse alive. Musicians may slow down, change their approach, or take fewer gigs, but few can truly walk away. The music has always been more than sound; it’s their life force.

As for my "Life Force", it's in my writing.

GE - Gary England

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Plugged In: Las Vegas Bands Bringing The Heat This Weekend To Sin City And Beyond

Las Vegas is turning up the volume this weekend as a fresh wave of talent hits the stage across the city. From gritty rock riffs to smooth blues grooves, local and touring bands are ready to deliver unforgettable performances in venues big and small. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or just looking for a night out with live music and good vibes, this weekend’s lineup promises something for everyone. Here's a look at the bands bringing the heat to the Las Vegas music scene.

Friday August 1st

The Hit Squad

Saturday August 2nd

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West Coast Travelers

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Blue String Theory

Sunday August 3rd

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Double Banger (2 Nights)

Friday August 1st & Saturday August 2nd

Friction

No matter where you end up this weekend, Las Vegas (Henderson & Goodsprings) is packed with the kind of live music that reminds us why this city never sleeps. From dive bars to iconic stages, these bands are keeping the energy high and the crowds on their feet. So, grab some friends, support our local talent, and make some noise, because in Las Vegas, the weekend isn’t complete without a soundtrack etched in your mind and a deep impression on your memory!

GE

The Music Scene In Las Vegas Is Currently At A Crossroads For Its Future What Comes Next?

 I asked my friends on Facebook if they had any questions about music, entertainment, or sports in Las Vegas that they'd like me to write a blog about. 

Thanks to my friend Tommy Delaney for his contribution to today's blog.

What he asked:

" I want a blog about what Gary England thinks is the future or the next step for local music's evolution and/or survival"?

{My Take}

Las Vegas has always danced to its own drumbeat!

Sin City LV glows with mega-residencies, global DJs, and over-the-top productions. But outside the Strip’s spotlight lies a passionate, persistent local music scene. And with the recent closing of key venues of Count’s Vamp’d and Club Madrid, a question echoes louder than ever: 

What’s next for the survival and evolution of the local music scene in Las Vegas?

Bands and Musicians in Las Vegas are standing at a creative crossroads. On the one hand, rising rent, venue closures, and a Strip that increasingly favors corporate entertainment make survival more challenging for local talent.

Success won't come from waiting for investors; it'll come from musicians, fans, and entrepreneurs working together to claim new ground. Las Vegas must re-embrace the spirit of collaboration. Bands promoting each other’s shows, artists sharing resources, and local media giving coverage beyond tourist-focused content are crucial. A scene grows stronger when it works as a network, not a competition. Jealousy between bands and musicians can kill a local music scene quickly!

In 2025, the stage isn’t just physical, it’s digital. Musicians and bands must use livestreams, music videos, Instagram reels, and Facebook stories not as afterthoughts but as essential tools. Building an online identity alongside live shows helps Vegas artists reach far beyond city limits. * More time needs to be spent on keeping fans updated on social media, posting a gig once and thinking you're going to fill a venue isn't going to cut it!

* Note: My music and entertainment blogs reach over 100 countries almost constantly, without any extra work at all. Maybe a few extra hashtags here and there. #worldentertainment #worldmusic etc.

Local music needs more than performers; it needs committed fans, businesses willing to sponsor events, and local leaders who see the music arts as essential. Without that support, the soul of Las Vegas music culture risks being drowned out by casino noise.

Genres that once dominated—like classic rock—may give way to younger tastes: Latin fusion, hip-hop, indie, alt-electronic, and multicultural blends. Local musicians should lean into innovation, not nostalgia. Vegas has always been a city of reinvention; the music scene must follow suit.

The future of Las Vegas local music isn’t guaranteed—but it’s not doomed, either. 

It will require grit, unity, reinvention, and grassroots passion. While the Strip may chase global fame, it’s the neighborhoods, bars, small clubs, and local venues where the real Vegas sound lives—and where its next chapter must begin.

This isn’t just about survival. It’s about creating a scene too bold to ignore and too creative to copy. The lights might dim, but the music doesn’t stop. Vegas, it’s your move.

Only The Strong Survive .. Especially In Las Vegas!

GE