Support The Las Vegas Music Scene: Best Of Las Vegas Voting Opens August 17th 2026

 

To Vote: VoteBOLV.com

The Best of Las Vegas nominations slammed shut at midnight on Wednesday, July 29, 2026 — like the final crash of a cymbal echoing across the valley. Now the spotlight swings to the main event.

Voting fires up on August 17, 2026, 9:55 AM Pacific time, and the city gets nearly a full month to make some noise, running straight through September 10, 2026, at 11:59 PM Pacific. This is the moment when every fan, every friend, every late‑night lounge regular gets to step up and help decide who truly owns the Vegas stage.

If you want your voice heard — and you should — head to VoteBOLV.com and cast your votes. Every click is a cheer from the crowd; every ballot is a raised lighter in the dark.

The 2026 Best of Las Vegas winners will take their victory lap in the annual Best of Vegas issue of the Las Vegas Weekly later this summer. That’s where the champions get immortalized — printed, celebrated, and remembered.

Vote hard. Vote loud. And vote big for our Local Las Vegas Music Scene — the singers, musicians, bands, venues, shredders, drummers, dreamers, the shows, and die‑hard performers who keep this city’s pulse beating long after the Strip goes quiet!

{My Take}

So, crank up the amps, Vegas — this is your moment to push our hometown heroes into the spotlight. Hit VoteBOLV.com, smash that ballot like a power chord, and make sure the bands, singers, venues, and music‑makers who keep this city alive get the love they deserve!

Raise your voice. Raise your vote. Let’s show the world how loud the Local Las Vegas Music Scene can roar!

Gary England

Best Of Las Vegas Awards Nominations Closing Tonight Wednesday July 29th 2026

Best Of Las Vegas News Flash!

If you didn’t know, Best of Las Vegas voting has been rolling since July 13, and here’s the kicker — it all shuts down tonight, Wednesday, July 29, at midnight. That means the clock is screaming, the fuse is burning, and it’s officially go‑time!

 Fans can still jump in and nominate their favorite bands, musicians, music venues, and shows across a wide range of categories. 

So hit voteBOLV.com, fire off those nominations, and make sure the bands & artists, venues, and shows you love don’t miss out on their shot!

I got mine in!

Gary England

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Class Of 2025 Nominees Announced And Their History In Las Vegas

 The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has announced its 14 nominees for the class of 2025. This year's list features a diverse array of musical artists spanning many different genres and eras. 

Notably, eight of these artists are first-time nominees: Bad Company, The Black Crowes, Chubby Checker, Joe Cocker, Billy Idol, Maná, OutKast, and Phish. 

Maná's nomination is particularly historic, as they are the first Spanish-language band to be considered for induction.

To be eligible for nomination, artists or bands must have released their first commercial recording at least 25 years prior. The final list of inductees will be determined by an international voting panel of over 1,200 artists, historians, and music industry professionals. The selection criteria include an artist's impact on music culture, influence on other musicians, and the longevity and depth of their career.

The inductees will be announced in late April 2025, with the induction ceremony scheduled to take place in Los Angeles in the fall. Fans also have the opportunity to participate in the selection process through the Rock Hall's Fan Vote, which is open until April 21, 2025.

< Fans Vote Here >

So, what do this year's Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame nominees have to do with Las Vegas?

Several of the 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame nominees have performed in Las Vegas over the years. 

Artists with Past Vegas Performances:

Billy Idol – Has had multiple residencies at The Chelsea at The Cosmopolitan and other venues.

Cyndi Lauper – Performed at venues like The Colosseum at Caesars Palace and Mandalay Bay.

Joe Cocker (RIP) – Frequently performed in Vegas during his career.

Mariah Carey – Had a residency at Caesars Palace and performed at MGM Grand.

The Black Crowes – Played Vegas numerous times, including House of Blues and Pearl Concert Theater.

Soundgarden – Performed at The Joint at Hard Rock Hotel.

Oasis – Played The Joint at Hard Rock Hotel in 2005.

Phish – Known for multi-night runs at the MGM Grand Garden Arena.

OutKast – Played Life Is Beautiful Festival in 2014.

Bad Company – Performed at venues like The Joint and Pearl Concert Theater.

The White Stripes – Played Vegas in their early years but never had a residency.

Joy Division/New Order – New Order has performed in Vegas, but Joy Division never had the chance.

Chubby Checker – Has made appearances at smaller Vegas venues.

Maná – Has performed at MGM Grand Garden Arena.

I'd like to wish all the bands and music artists good luck in this year's competition!

GE