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March 20, 2025

TASH SULTANA Announces ‘Return To The Roots’ EP Out Friday May 30/U.S. Tour On Sale Now

DATE: MARCH 20, 2025

FROM: MARCEE RONDAN/MITCH SCHNEIDER/ANDREA FAULK

TASH SULTANA
ANNOUNCES ‘RETURN TO THE ROOTS’ EP
OUT FRIDAY MAY 30
PRE-ORDER ALBUM HERE

INCLUDES COLLAB WITH CANADIAN ALT-FOLK ICON
CITY & COLOUR
AND VIRAL-TEASED TRACK ‘KISS THE SKY’

‘RETURN TO THE ROOTS’ U.S. TOUR ON SALE NOW, WITH THE
RED ROCKS HEADLINING SHOW SELLING OUT IN MINUTES
TICKETS AVAILABLE HERE

PHOTO CREDIT: GIULIA MCGAURAN + THESE WILD EYES | DOWNLOAD PRESS SHOT HERE

“Tash has found a sound that is so unapologetically theirs.”
–CLASH

“The musical range of Tash Sultana knows no bounds. Their reggae-folk inspired sound is hypnotic”
—Sydney Morning Herald

“Tash Sultana is one of Australia’s most interesting songwriters.”
—The Music

“embraces all sounds but maintains a delicate vulnerability”
—NME

“Sultana’s prodigious work ethic is warrant of praise by itself”
–Consequence of Sound

A decade into their evolution, multi-instrumentalist, engineer, producer, and entrepreneur TASH SULTANA weaves nostalgia with newfound wisdom, as they reveal their forthcoming EP RETURN TO THE ROOTS out Friday, May 30.

Today TASH unveils the full tracklist for the EP, featuring a powerful collaboration with City and Colour. This standout track brings together two masterful storytellers, blending their distinct styles with deep mutual respect.

The original version of this song is one of the oldest TASH has written and inspired by artists like Jeff Buckley, Bon Iver, and City and Colour. It was only fitting that when reworking the track, City and Colour became part of the journey. When City and Colour announced an Australian tour, TASH reached out, the teams connected, and the song naturally fell into place.

“The song was meant for us, TASH says. “We instantly understood each other and it was a completely natural fit.”

The EP also features the fan-favourite “Kiss The Sky,” a track that first set the internet buzzing when TASH teased it in 2023 via Instagram. Resurfacing on TikTok this year, the teaser videos have received over 3.5 million views, instantly cementing its status as a must-hear anthem.

First taste of the EP and opening track “Milk & Honey” marked a bold return to their roots as a looper, while the most recent release “Hold On” reaches deep emotional depths, dedicated to their wife after being diagnosed with cancer at the end of last year.

“My partner went through hell because of medical malpractice,” TASH explains. “A tumor left undetected. Surgery on the wrong thing. A second operation. Twice the recovery time. And we still don’t have answers. If you’ve ever been failed by the system—misdiagnosed, ignored, or left without answers—this song is for you.”

The brand-new EP is a raw, unfiltered dive back into the heart of their artistry. Stripping away the pressure of commercial success, this six-track collection rekindles the spirit of spontaneous creation—the very essence that first ignited their career.

Building on the success of the first single, “Milk & Honey”—which earned rotation on triple j, topped the AMRAP Metro Charts, received praise from Rolling Stone (Australia), and landed on key DSP playlists like Spotify’s The Local List and Apple’s Heaps Indie—latest release “Hold On” continues that momentum with support from triple j, DSP playlisting across Spotify’s Pop’N’Fresh and Apple’s New in Indie, and online love from The Music, Rolling Stone and AU Review.

Fresh from selling out Red Rocks in minutes. TASH SULTANA has recently announced a massive 2025 U.S. tour. Bringing their signature electrifying energy and genre-blurring sound to fans nationwide, this tour is set to be nothing short of unforgettable. Tickets are available now via tashsultana.com

With a career spanning over a decade, TASH SULTANA’s accomplishments speak volumes: selling out shows at global arenas and iconic venues, headlining major festivals, 15 ARIA nominations, and the 2023 Rolling Stone (Australia) Global Artist Award. Yet, for TASH, the journey is far from over. With their unwavering drive to push creative boundaries and a focus on building a broader legacy as an entrepreneur and mentor, TASH continues to shape the industry on their own terms.

RETURN TO THE ROOTS is a fearless declaration of resilience, reinvention, and the boundless power of self-expression.

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PRE-SAVE RETURN TO THE ROOTS EP HERE

RETURN TO THE ROOTS EP TRACKLISTING:

MILK & HONEY
KISS THE SKY
HAZARD TO MYSELF
HOLD ON
UNLEASH THE RAGE
AIN’T IT KINDA FUNNY FT. CITY AND COLOUR

LISTEN TO ‘HOLD ON’ HERE

DOWNLOAD ARTWORK HERE

TASH SULTANA ‘RETURN TO THE ROOTS’ US TOUR

TICKETS AVAILABLE HERE

TUEDAY JUNE 10 | THE RANDY SHELL AT JACOBS PARK, SAN DIEGO, CA
WEDNESDAY JUNE 11 | HARD ROCK LIVE – SACRAMENTO, WHEATLAND, CA
FRIDAY JUNE 13 | THE MASONIC, SAN FRANCISCO, CA
SATURDAY JUNE 14 | SHRINE EXPO HALL, LOS ANGELES, CA
SUNDAY JUNE 15 | THE VAN BUREN, PHOENIX, AZ
TUESDAY JUNE 17 | THE PAVILION AT TOYOTA MUSIC FACTORY, IRVING, TX
WEDNESDAY JUNE 18 | BAYOU MUSIC CENTRE, HOUSTON, TX
**FRIDAY JUNE 20 | RED ROCKS AMPHITHEATRE, MORRISON, CO
SATURDAY JUNE 21 | DILLON AMPHITHEATRE, DILLON, CO
SUNDAY JUNE 22 | TBA, SALT LAKE CITY, UT
TUESDAY JUNE 24 | KNITTING FACTORY CONCERT HOUSE, BOISE, ID
WEDNESDAY JUNE 25 | KNITTING FACTORY CONCERT HOUSE, SPOKANE, WA
FRIDAY JUNE 27 | EDGEFIELD CONCERTS ON THE LAWN, TROUTDALE, OR
SATURDAY JUNE 28 | CHATEAU STE. MICHELLE, WOODINVILLE, WA
SUNDAY JUNE 29 | BRITT MUSIC & ARTS FESTIVAL – BRITT PAVILION, JACKSONVILLE, OR

**Sold out

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March 12, 2025

THE MIRACLES: Tour Dates Confirmed For 2025

DATE: MARCH 12, 2025

FROM: MARCEE RONDAN

THE MIRACLES
CONTINUE 2025
TOUR WITH MARCH SHOWS
GROUP TO ALSO HOST FOUR NIGHT RESIDENCY
IN SEATTLE THIS MAY

THE MIRACLES continue to tour America treating audiences to the esteemed catalogue of one of world’s most well-known and legendary acts. The current lineup—Sydney Justin, Cordell Conway, Kerry Justin, and Eric Swindell—will perform shows later this month before a four-night residency in Seattle in May. THE MIRACLES’ sets include such legendary songs as “Shop Around,” “The Tracks of My Tears,” “Tears of a Clown,” “I Second That Emotion,” “Ooh, Baby Baby,” and many more.

Founded by Motown legends Smokey Robinson and Claudette Robinson, The Miracles produced an amazing 26 Top 40 songs, four of which are in the Grammy Hall of Fame. The group has performed in its current iteration for more than 30 years. In that time, The Miracles–with lead singer, Sydney Justin–have performed on television (The Today Show, Good Morning America), in Las Vegas (The Rio, Stardust, the Fremont Street Experience), at Constitution Hall in Washington DC, and on stages all over the world. THE MIRACLES continue to record, including a greatest hits album, a live disc, and a holiday album of Christmas classics, plus two original songs.

“The most surprising thing in my career has definitely been the incredible journey of playing in the NFL Super Bowl and then stepping into Smokey Robinson’s shoes in The Miracles,” SYDNEY JUSTIN says. “As an athlete, the transition to music seemed like an impossible shift, yet it felt like fate. Getting to replace someone as iconic as Smokey, who had such a distinct voice and influence, was a huge challenge, but it also opened up a whole new world to me. Balancing both careers was unexpected, but the experiences from both worlds have shaped who I am today.”

“To sing with the legendary group The Miracles with my brother (Sydney) and share the stage with him, it’s the highest level of music,” KERRY JUSTIN adds.

“My whole musical journey has been abundantly full of surprising moments, memories and experiences,” ERIC SWINDLE notes.

Stay tuned for news of THE MIRACLES’ plans for the rest of the year.

DATE CITY VENUE

FRI, MARCH 28 ELGIN, ILLINOIS THE HEMMENS CULTURAL CENTER
SAT, MARCH 29 CLINTON TOWNSHIP, MI MACOMB COMMUNITY COLLEGE
THUR, MAY 29 SEATTLE, WA DIMITRIOUS JAZZ ALLEY
FRI, MAY 30 SEATTLE, WA DIMITRIOUS JAZZ ALLEY
SAT, MAY 31 SEATTLE, WA DIMITRIOUS JAZZ ALLEY
SUN, JUNE 1 SEATTLE, WA DIMITRIOUS JAZZ ALLEY

ABOUT THE MIRACLES

The Miracles have produced an amazing 26 Top 40 songs, four of which are in the Grammy Hall of Fame. The group’s music captivated audiences with its heartfelt lyrics and catchy hooks. As one of the first black groups to achieve mainstream success, they paved the way for other Motown artists and left a lasting impact on the music industry as a whole. Some of the group’s biggest and most well-known songs include “Shop Around,” “The Tracks of My Tears,” “Tears of a Clown,” “I Second That Emotion,” “Ooh, Baby Baby,” “Mickey’s Monkey,” “Goin’ to A-Go-Go,” and many more.

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March 6, 2025

El Dorado Cantina welcomes the return of Latin Night starting Fri., March 28 at Tivoli Village

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 6, 2025

LATIN NIGHT RETURNS TO EL DORADO CANTINA AT TIVOLI VILLAGE
STARTING FRIDAY, MARCH 28

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WHAT: Latin Night returns to El Dorado Cantina in Tivoli Village starting Friday, March 28. To kick off the return of Latin Night, the Claudine Castro Band will perform starting at 8 p.m.

Every Friday, take a spin on the patio salsa dancing to a live band or DJ while enjoying authentic Mexican cuisine and handcrafted cocktails. All ladies can enjoy half-priced cocktails from 8 – 9 p.m. and groups of six or more ladies receive a complimentary bottle of sparkling wine.

WHEN: Every Friday starting March 28, 2025, at 8 p.m.

WHERE: El Dorado Cantina
430 S. Rampart Blvd. in Tivoli Village, 702-333-1112
Reservations are encouraged.

ABOUT EL DORADO CANTINA

Founded in 2014, El Dorado Cantina is best known for being one of the first Mexican restaurants in Las Vegas to offer cuisine featuring organic, non-GMO ingredients and for its extensive menu featuring dishes inspired by regions across Mexico. The El Dorado Cantina team believes in using sustainably raised products, which means that all the beef, chicken, pork, shrimp, fish, and produce used in the dishes originate from carefully selected farms in the U.S. free from antibiotics, pesticides, and steroids.

Happy Hour is offered at all locations from 3 – 6 p.m. A reverse Happy Hour from Midnight to 3 a.m. is offered seven days a week at Tivoli Village and Sunday through Thursday at the Sammy Davis Jr. location.

Now Seed Oil Scout verified, voted “Best Mexican Restaurant” by the Las Vegas Review-Journal multiple years’ running, and one of Yelp’s “Top 100 Places to Eat in the U.S.” two years in a row, El Dorado Cantina is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week with two locations in the Las Vegas Valley: 3025 Sammy Davis Jr. Drive; and 430 S. Rampart Blvd. inside Tivoli Village. For more information or to make a reservation, visit ElDoradoCantina.com or follow on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

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MEDIA CONTACT:

Hillary Smoot / SRO PR
hillary@sropr.com

Image is courtesy of El Dorado Cantina

March 6, 2025

Frontiers Label Group’s BLKIIBLK Records And Dave Mustaine’s Tradecraft Imprint Announce Partnership For Global Release Of New Megadeth Studio Album

DATE: MARCH 6, 2025

FROM: MARCEE RONDAN/MITCH SCHNEIDER, SRO PR

FRONTIERS LABEL GROUP’S BLKIIBLK RECORDS AND
DAVE MUSTAINE’S TRADECRAFT IMPRINT
ANNOUNCE PARTNERSHIP
FOR GLOBAL RELEASE OF NEW MEGADETH STUDIO ALBUM

MEGADETH
(l-r: James LoMenzo, Dirk Verbeuren, Dave Mustaine, Teemu Mäntysaari)
Photo Credit: Ryan Chang

Grammy-winning, multiplatinum heavy metal band MEGADETH has announced an agreement for founder and frontman Dave Mustaine’s Tradecraft imprint with the Frontiers Label Group’s new imprint, BLKIIBLK. In this new arrangement, BKLIIBLK—which is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of heavy music—will exclusively release the iconic band’s forthcoming album globally.

“When I first met Tom Lipsky and Bob Chiappardi back in the day I had no idea we would be working together again so many years in the future,” Dave Mustaine says. “I look forward to working with Serafino and the team in Italy and I can’t wait for the fans to hear the songs from our new record.”

This new and exciting collaboration with one of the most influential and groundbreaking bands in heavy metal history marks a significant moment for both the label and metal fans worldwide. BLKIIBLK aims to bring a fresh perspective by focusing on innovative and boundary-pushing artists. With a mission to support and elevate the genre, the imprint strives to showcase talent that is both pioneering and influential.

“As the owner of Frontiers, I am honoured to be working with Megadeth, a band that has shaped the sound of metal for decades. This collaboration reflects our dedication to bringing the best in rock and metal to our audience”, said Serafino Perugino, President & CEO of Frontiers Label Group.

“Myself, Justis Mustaine and Steve Ross at CTK Enterprises are extremely excited for the partnership with Dave Mustaine’s Tradecraft Records and BLKIIBLK,” says Danny Nozell, CEO, CTK. “Looking forward to getting this new album out to the world and combining teams with Serafino and Tom for the global attack.”

Tom Lipsky, Head of A&R of North America for Frontiers Label Group, commented: “When BLKIIBLK Records was formed, the very first artist we agreed was ideal to define the creative mission of the label was Megadeth. Now, it is a reality. The band is crushing it in the studio. Danny Nozell, Justis Mustaine, Steve Ross and the team at CTK are developing an incredible global plan, and our team is thrilled, primed and ready to shake up the world of hard rock and metal!”

About Megadeth:

Megadeth are an American heavy metal band formed in Los Angeles in 1983 by vocalist/guitarist Dave Mustaine. Known for their technically complex guitar work and musicianship, Megadeth is one of the “big four” of American thrash metal along with Metallica, Anthrax, and Slayer. Their music features complex arrangements, fast rhythm sections, dual lead guitars, and lyrical themes of war, politics, religion, death, and personal relationships.

Since their explosive debut Killing Is My Business… and Business Is Good! (1985), Megadeth has built a legacy of seminal albums, including the genre-defining Rust In Peace (1990) and the multi-platinum Countdown To Extinction (1992). Their catalogue boasts five platinum-certified records and sixteen studio albums, culminating in their latest release, The Sick, the Dying… And The Dead! (2022). Over their 42-year career, Megadeth have solidified their status as one of metal’s most enduring acts. The band earned twelve Grammy nominations, winning their first in 2017 for “Dystopia” (Best Metal Performance), and sold over 50 million albums worldwide.

Furthermore, Megadeth have built a global community of fans, hosting the acclaimed Gigantour festival and launching the MegaCruise in 2019. Their iconic mascot, Vic Rattlehead, remains a symbol, regularly appearing on album artwork and live shows. Led by Mustaine—the band’s unwavering creative force—Megadeth’s current lineup features bassist James LoMenzo, guitarist Teemu Mäntysaari, and drummer Dirk Verbeuren. With over four decades of metal dominance, Megadeth’s legacy is stronger than ever.

About Frontiers Label Group:

Founded in 1996 by Serafino Perugino in Napoli, Italy, Frontiers initially specialized in distribution of indie Rock labels across the Italian market. The company, however, soon evolved into a leading global rock label, working with such important artists as Megadeth, Skunk Anansie, Van Zant, Def Leppard, Journey, Yes, Mr Big, Biohazard, Whitesnake and ELO, while also signing and developing tomorrow’s artists.

Today, the expanded Frontiers Label Group owns and operates the imprints Frontiers Music Srl (Mainstream and Classic Rock), FLG Records (Alternative Music) and BLKIIBLK Records (Metal and Hard Rock) with global digital and physical distribution via The Orchard (Sony Music). The company is headquartered in Italy with additional executive staff in London, NY, Boston, Raleigh and Nashville. Serling Rooks Hunter McKoy Worob and Averill LLP provides legal representation in the US, with international legal under the direction of Dario De Cicco.

MEGADETH PR:

SRO PR
Marcee Rondan, marcee@sropr.com
Mitch Schneider, mschneider@sropr.com

March 6, 2025

TASH SULTANA Shares New Single & Video For “Hold On” And Announces “Return To The Roots” U.S. Tour

DATE: MARCH 6, 2025

FROM: MARCEE RONDAN/MITCH SCHNEIDER/ANDREA FAULK

TASH SULTANA
SHARES NEW SINGLE & VIDEO
FOR ‘HOLD ON’
WATCH HERE

‘RETURN TO THE ROOTS’ U.S. TOUR
KICKS OFF JUNE 10
TICKETS AVAILABLE HERE

TREK INCLUDES RED ROCKS HEADLINING SHOW
WHICH SOLD OUT IN MINUTES

PHOTO CREDIT: GIULIA MCGAURAN + THESE WILD EYES | DOWNLOAD PRESS SHOT HERE

“Tash has found a sound that is so unapologetically theirs.”
–CLASH

“The musical range of Tash Sultana knows no bounds. Their reggae-folk inspired sound is hypnotic…”
–Sydney Morning Herald

“Tash Sultana is one of Australia’s most interesting songwriters.”
—The Music

“embraces all sounds but maintains a delicate vulnerability”
—NME

“Sultana’s prodigious work ethic is warrant of praise by itself”
–Consequence of Sound

Fresh from selling out the iconic Red Rocks Amphitheatre in minutes, TASH SULTANA announces a massive U.S. summer tour. The dates kick off June 10 in San Diego and includes stops in Los Angeles, Phoenix, Houston, and more before wrapping in Jacksonville. TASH will bring their signature electrifying energy and genre-blurring sound to fans nationwide. With a reputation for mesmerizing live performances,TASH is ready to deliver an unforgettable experience. Tickets are available now via tashsultana.com.

Today TASH shares their latest offering “Hold On,” a powerful anthem of resilience—an electrifying outcry against the unseen weight of their wife’s recent cancer diagnosis. Through raw emotion and unwavering strength, it channels exhaustion into defiance, anger into power, and struggle into an unbreakable will to keep pushing forward.

LISTEN TO ‘HOLD ON’ HERE

“Some moments change everything,” TASH reflects. “‘Hold On’ is for my wife. It’s for anyone who’s ever had to find strength when life pulls the ground out from under you. Hope this one reaches whoever needs it.”

TASH is inviting fans into their world with an intimate, stripped-back live performance of the new track, filmed straight from the heart of their Lonely Lands Studio.

WATCH ‘LIVE AT LONELY LANDS STUDIO’ HERE

Building on the success of the first single, ‘Milk & Honey’—which earned rotation on triple j, topped the AMRAP Metro Charts, received praise from Rolling Stone (Australia), and landed on key DSP playlists like Spotify’s The Local List and Apple’s Heaps Indie—this latest release continues the momentum.

LISTEN TO ‘HOLD ON’ HERE
DOWNLOAD ARTWORK HERE

TASH SULTANA ‘RETURN TO THE ROOTS’ US TOUR
TICKETS AVAILABLE HERE

March 5, 2025

“ABOVE GROUND 4” 2025 Benefit Concert Rescheduled For Sunday, October 26 At The Fonda Theatre

DATE: MARCH 5, 2025

FROM: MITCH SCHNEIDER/MARCEE RONDAN

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“ABOVE GROUND 4”
2025 BENEFIT CONCERT
RESCHEDULED FOR
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 26
AT THE FONDA THEATRE
IN HOLLYWOOD, CA

The 2025 “ABOVE GROUND 4” benefit concert, originally set for this past January, has now been rescheduled for Sunday, October 26 at The Fonda Theatre in Hollywood, CA. The fourth iteration of the event will again raise awareness and funds for mental health and suicide prevention.

The ABOVE GROUND team made the decision to postpone the event during the horrific wildfires that ravaged Los Angeles earlier this year. Tickets purchased for the original date will be honored and ones for the new show are on sale now.

ABOVE GROUND 4 will highlight the groundbreaking self-titled debuts by the New York Dolls (1973) and The Cars (1978) and the line-up for ABOVE GROUND 2025 will be announced in the coming months. This year’s event will be even more poignant given the recent untimely passing of The Dolls’ David Johansen.

“Above Ground has become a powerful night of connection for our music community, and each year, the impact grows,” says Laura Segura, Executive Director of MusiCares. “This concert celebrates music that inspires us and the resilience of those facing personal challenges. It’s a night of understanding and hope.”

Find ABOVE GROUND online at:

WEBSITE | FB | IG | X

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ABOUT ABOVE GROUND:

Founded in 2018 by Dave Navarro, Billy Morrison and manager Rick Canny, Above Ground is a registered 501(c)(3) corporation dedicated to raising funds for and awareness to the issues of mental health and suicide prevention. Since 2018, Dave and Billy have helped to raise more than $500,000 for MusiCares via various fundraising opportunities.

Since its launch, “ABOVE GROUND” has featured Navarro and Morrison alongside a star-studded lineup of their friends including Jack Black, Corey Taylor, Anthony Kiedis, Juliette Lewis, Courtney Love, Billy Idol, Al Jourgensen, Steve Stevens, and many more. The events have highlighted full-length albums from legendary acts including Adam and The Ants, Lou Reed, The Velvet Underground, David Bowie, The Stooges, and Sex Pistols.

ABOUT MUSICARES:

MusiCares helps the humans behind music because music gives so much to the world. Offering preventive, emergency, and recovery programs, MusiCares is a safety net supporting the health and welfare of the music community. Founded by the Recording Academy® in 1989 as a U.S. based 501(c)(3) charity, MusiCares safeguards the well-being of all music people through direct financial grant programs, networks of support resources, and tailored crisis relief efforts. For more information please visit: www.musicares.org.

MusiCares is here to support the music community during times of disaster, such as the recent wildfires in Los Angeles. Music professionals affected by these events can reach out for assistance with costs related to evacuation and relocation, damage to music instruments, equipment, vehicle, and spaces, medical care, mental health services, funeral costs, and other essential living expenses. For more information on qualifications or to apply for support, contact MusiCares at MusiCaresRelief@musicares.org or call 1-800-687-4227. To donate, please visit musicares.org/donate.

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ABOVE GROUND PR:

SRO PR
Mitch Schneider, mschneider@sropr.com
Marcee Rondan, marcee@sropr.com

March 4, 2025

Vic’s Las Vegas goes mad for basketball, live music, and more this March

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 4, 2025

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VIC’S LAS VEGAS GOES MAD FOR BASKETBALL, LIVE JAZZ,
ST. PATRICK’S DAY, AND MORE THIS MARCH

WHAT: Vic’s Las Vegas celebrates college basketball tournament action and St. Patrick’s Day with festive food and beverage specials and welcomes world-class musicians to entertain diners throughout the month of March.

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:

Mar. 7 & 8                   ALTIN SENCALAR & FRIENDS – 7 p.m. & 8:30 p.m.
Mar. 14 – 16                CHUCK REDD – March 14 & 15 at 7 p.m. & 8:30 p.m.; March 16 at 1 p.m.
Mar. 14-17                  ST. PATRICK’S DAY SPECIALS
Mar. 18 – Apr. 7         BIG BRACKET SPECIALS
Mar. 19                       DINNER & “MARDI GRAS” WITH THE JAZZ VEGAS ORCHESTRA – 7 – 9 p.m.
Mar. 28-29                  “JAZZ AFTER DARK” WITH ANGELO VERSACE, LEWIS NASH, AND PHILLIP KUEHN– 9 p.m.
Mar. 29                       RECKLESS IN VEGAS: UNPLUGGED WITH MICHAEL SHAPIRO DINNER SHOW– 7 – 9 p.m.

WHERE: Vic’s Las Vegas
355 Promenade Place in Symphony Park
No cover and no minimums. Reservations are strongly encouraged.

ABOUT ALTIN SENCALAR

Hailed by Stereophile Magazine for “sound[ing] like 21st-century grandchildren of JJ Johnson and Kai Winding” (with his co-bandleader Chris Glassman) and praised by the International Trombone Associations Journal for his “virtuosity [and] melodic and harmonic mastery,” Altin Sencalar is in high demand across the country as a performer, educator, and composer.

As an active performer, Altin has shared the stage, toured, and/or recorded with DeeDee Bridgewater, Rodney Whitaker, Christian McBride, Michael Bublé, John Lee, The Dizzy All Stars Alumni Big Band, David Sanborn, Dafnis Prieto, Ulysses Owens Jr., The Temptations, The Four Tops, Martha Reeves, The Velvalletes, Ne-Yo, Big Sean, and many others. He has also recorded for several motion pictures including Puss in Boots: The Last Wish, My Little Pony: The Movie (2017 release), and others independent films.

Altin holds a Bachelor of Music degree (Music Performance) from the University of Texas at Austin and a Master of Music degree (Music Performance in Jazz Studies) from Michigan State University. He has held teaching positions at Michigan State University, Brevard Jazz Institute, the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts Summer Jazz Intensive, Jazz & Creative Institute, Central Texas College, and the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor. Altin exclusively performs on Yamaha Trombones and Euphoniums and is a Yamaha Performing Artist. He is also a Posi-Tone Recording Artist, Picket Blackburn Trumpets & Brass Trombone Brand Ambassador, and is a performing artist for Earasers Earplugs & InEarz Audio, Robinson’s Remedies, and AEA Ribbons Microphones & Pre-Amps. Altin is currently based in New York City where he is currently on the music faculty at Iona University in New Rochelle, NY as well as being the Visiting Jazz Trombone Professor at San Francisco Conservatory of Music.

ABOUT CHUCK REDD

A jazz virtuoso known for his mastery on both drums and vibraphone, Chuck Redd began his career touring with the Charlie Byrd Trio at just 21 years old and became a key member of the Great Guitars with Barney Kessel, Byrd, and Herb Ellis.

With 25 European tours, six tours of Japan, and performances with icons like Dizzy Gillespie, Mel Tormé, Ray Brown, and Tommy Flanagan, Chuck’s resume is a testament to his talent and versatility. He has been honored as “Best Vibist” in NYC’s Hot House Jazz Magazine Fans Decision Awards in 2015 and 2016, and has been a featured performer at prestigious venues like Birdland, Café Carlyle, and Dizzy’s in New York City, as well as jazz festivals and parties across the U.S.

From the melodic sparkle of his vibes to the dynamic energy of his drumming, Chuck’s performances are praised as “exquisite” and full of “vigor and melodiousness” by the Jazz Times. Experience the brilliance of an artist who has graced Carnegie Hall, The Tonight Show, and the White House.

ST. PATRICK’S DAY SPECIALS – OFFERED MARCH 14 – 17

Irish eyes will be smiling with festive food and beverage specials to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day March 14 – 17:

Corned Beef & Cabbage – served with potatoes and carrots ($28)
Shepherd’s Pie – Lamb with vegetables in a rich gravy, topped with cheesy mashed potatoes and baked ($25)

Drink Specials include:

Guinness ($5)
Green Draft Beer Pint (Trumer Pilsner $7)
Jameson Cocktails ($7)
Irish Car Bombs ($7)

Gamers’ Specials:

Earn double points all day. Hit a Straight Flush or Royal Flush in Clubs and win $500 Free Play. *

*Must be a Vic’s Player’s Card holder, signed into the machine, and notify the bartender immediately before changing the screen. Max bet required ($1.25 poker). Natural hands only—no deuces.

BIG BRACKET GAMEDAY SPECIALS (offered March 18 – April 7)

- Game Time Bites include Fried Raviolis ($9), Bruschetta ($7), Rigatoni Bakes ($9), Chicken Tenders with Fries ($10 4-piece) or ($15 6-piece)
- 5 for $25 Mix & Match Beer Buckets – Choose from Michelob Ultra, Coors Light, Miller Lite, Mango Cart, and Blake’s American Ciders.
- $7 Jameson Cocktails and $5 Mexican Candy Shots

Vic’s Player’s Club Members, think you’ve got the winning bracket? Play along with your favorite slots, video poker, Keno, or Blackjack and qualify for gaming Free Play as your team advances.

ABOUT DINNER & A SHOW FEATURING THE JAZZ VEGAS ORCHESTRA

Every third Wednesday of the month is An Evening of Jazz & Giving at Vic’s Las Vegas. This will be an unforgettable Dinner & Show with the incredible Jazz Vegas Orchestra, playing in support of the Jazz Outreach Initiative (JOI). This event is proudly sponsored by Signature Cruise Experiences (formerly Jazz Cruises), with proceeds benefiting the JOI Orchestra to support jazz education and outreach programs. The price is $65 per person and includes a special dinner menu.

ABOUT “JAZZ AFTER DARK” WITH ANGELO VERSACE, LEWIS NASH, AND PHILLIP KUEHN

Angelo Versace is an award-winning jazz pianist celebrated for his technical brilliance, deep musicality, and unwavering commitment to the jazz tradition. Winner of the 2012 Phillips Jazz Piano Competition, he has been praised as “a fleet-fingered keyboard dynamo” (Lawrence Budman) and “the next star on the jazz scene” (Dwayne Dolphin).

Versace has collaborated with some of the most respected names in jazz, including Lewis Nash, Take 6, Joe Saylor, Troy Roberts, and Warren Wolf, and has been a prolific sideman, featured on recent recordings like West By Northwest, Live at the Ravenscroft (Cellar Live Records), Dave Potter and Retro Groove: 2 (Square Biz Records), and Something Sarah (Desert Vinyl Records).

His versatility extends beyond performance—he is also an accomplished composer, arranger, and educator, currently serving as Associate Professor and Director of Jazz at the University of Arizona. Influenced by jazz greats such as Mulgrew Miller, Harold Mabern, and Shelly Berg, Versace’s style seamlessly blends tradition with contemporary innovation.

Lewis Nash is a legendary jazz drummer whose career spans over four decades, earning him a reputation as one of the most recorded musicians in jazz history. With over 500 recordings to his name—including 10 Grammy-winning albums—Nash has performed alongside jazz greats such as Oscar Peterson, Dizzy Gillespie, McCoy Tyner, and Sonny Rollins.

A Phoenix native, Nash first gained international recognition in the early 1980s as a member of Betty Carter’s trio, setting the stage for an illustrious career. His mastery of rhythm has made him a sought-after performer, educator, and mentor, with teaching roles at The Juilliard School, the Vail Jazz Workshop, and Arizona State University, where he holds the title of Bob and Gretchen Ravenscroft Professor of Practice in Jazz. In 2012, The Nash, a premier jazz education and performance venue, was founded in his honor in Phoenix, solidifying his impact on the jazz community.

Philip Kuehn is a highly accomplished bassist, arranger, and composer who has performed with Harry Connick Jr., Wynton Marsalis, Jon Batiste, Branford Marsalis, and more. His bass work is featured in the GRAMMY-winning Disney/Pixar film Soul, and he collaborated with Quincy Jones on a special arrangement for Beethoven’s 250th anniversary.

A former member of Batiste’s Stay Human band, Kuehn has appeared on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert and performed at the White House in 2022. His arrangements were featured on Christmas with Jon Batiste, a Billboard-charting album. Raised in a musical family, Kuehn began playing jazz professionally at 12 in Pittsburgh. Guided by faith and his mentors, he continues to bring his artistry to audiences while residing in Eastern Pennsylvania.

ABOUT RECKLESS IN VEGAS

Reckless In Vegas is a power trio comprised of Michael Shapiro on lead vocals and guitar, Chris Nichols on bass and vocals, and Jack Roth on drums. Reckless In Vegas has blended imagery, banter and classic music from the 1960’s Glory Days of Vegas with a contemporary rock band aesthetic. They’ve created an exciting show with modern versions of songs by artists such as Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Elvis, Sonny & Cher, Frankie Valli, Neil Diamond, Johnny Cash, Bobby Darin, and more. Whether you remember the swinging Vegas lounge era days or were born later, Reckless In Vegas has something for everyone. Video montages, dialogue, humor, modern hard-rocking grooves, showgirls, and tender moments of balladry are combined to create a truly original take on this classic genre. Tickets are $65 per person and includes a special dinner menu.

ABOUT VIC’S LAS VEGAS

Created by Porchlight Hospitality in 2023, the award-winning Vic’s Las Vegas is located in Symphony Park at 355 Promenade Place. Open seven days a week from 10 a.m. – 1 a.m., Vic’s features Italian American cuisine, a full-service bar with Happy Hour from 2 – 5 p.m., a reverse Happy Hour between Midnight – 1 a.m., gaming, and live entertainment nightly. Reservations can be made by calling 725-755-5299 or visit vicslasvegas.com. Follow on Instagram @vicslasvegas.

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*Artist images and interviews are available upon request

March 4, 2025

Bruce Kulick & Eric Singer of KISS Join More Rockers at Vegas Fundraiser Supporting Micki Free and Heather Roberts’ New Foundation

DT: MARCH 4, 2025

FM: MITCH SCHNEIDER, ANDREA FAULK/ SRO PR

THE MUSICAL BEGINNING FOUNDATION (501c3)
LAUNCHES WITH
A TRULY ROCK & ROLL CELEBRITY FUNDRAISING EVENT,
“THE SHIRTS AGAINST THE BLOUSES”® MINI GOLF TOURNAMENT,
AT KISS WORLD MINI GOLF IN LAS VEGAS

From L-R: Heather Roberts, Eric Singer, Bruce Kulick, Micki Free
Photo Credit: Paul Citone

The Musical Beginning Foundation (501c3)—a newly created organization for which Grammy Award-winning musician Micki Free and fashion designer Heather Roberts serve as the Founders/Directors—aims to provide musical instruments to children in underserved communities, helping them develop skills that foster creativity, social connection, and emotional well-being.

The foundation successfully wrapped its inaugural celebrity fundraising event “The Shirts Against The Blouses”® Mini Golf Tournament, at KISS World Mini Golf inside the Rio Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas (February 25). It was attended by an array of rock and roll artists, including guitarist Bruce Kulick (KISS) and drummer Eric Singer (KISS), as well as the foundation’s sponsors. At the red-carpet event, The Musical Beginning Foundation Humanitarian Award was given to both KISS founders Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley, accepted on their behalf by Kulick. See the list of attending celebrities and tastemakers as well as the sponsors below.

“The Shirts Against The Blouses”® Mini Golf Tournament pays homage to the iconic basketball game between Prince, Eddie Murphy, Charlie Murphy, and Micki Free, which was immortalized in a famous Chappelle’s Show sketch. For a glimpse into the original game, read this story from Esquire. At KISS World Mini Golf, two teams, The Shirts and The Blouses, competed against each other and the winning team was The Blouses: Count’s 77 band, Stoney Curtis, Jeff Tortora, John Zito, Barry Barnes, and Tommy Paris.

“Heather and I were truly honored and humbled as our celebrity guests, friends and family showed up and showed out at the fundraiser!” says Free. “Heartfelt thanks to all our sponsors…this is just the beginning at The Musical Beginning Foundation, we strive to make a difference musically in kids lives!! Remember always…Music is the Medicine.”

Celebrities and Tastemakers included:

•Bruce Kulick (KISS)
•Eric Singer (KISS)
•Todd Kerns (Slash’s band)
•Brent Fitz (Slash’s band)
•Phil Soussan (Last In Line, Ozzy Osbourne)
•Les Warner (The Cult)
•Alex Grossi (Quiet Riot)
•Phil X (Bon Jovi)
•Patrick Vitagliano (The Bones)
•Jeff Tortora (Blue Man Group, Tinnitus)
•Stoney Curtis (Stony Curtis Band, Count’s 77)
•Count’s 77
•Jeremy Spencer, (Knuckle Heads, Five Finger Death Punch)
•Peter Summit Ross (Crashing Wayward)
•King James (Tribute to The Godfather James Brown)
•Alistair James (Steven Adler of Guns N’ Roses)
•Ira Black (BulletBoys, Lizzy Borden)
•Dr. Meg Brucker (whose husband, Dr. Brad Brucker, is on the foundation’s board)
•Lonn Friend (author, “Planet Rock”)
•Sally Steele (director, producer, “Vegas Rocks”)
•Staci Layne Wilson (film director, author, “Rock & Roll Nightmares”)
•John Katsilometes (Las Vegas Review Journal)
•Aaron Kai (actor, painter)
•Ron Mancuso (The Bootlegger Italian Bistro)
•Jason Strange (Rock’n Vodka)

Sponsors: (*denotes in attendance)

*Trish Bowden – Mysterium Music
*Christina and Patrick Vitagliano – KISS World Mini Golf
*Michael Politz – Food & Beverage Magazine
*Michele Tell: PR%F the Magazine
*Brian Seliba – Need Merch
*Bob Diehm – Guitar Center
*Adam Rains – Golden Tiki
*Ava Berman & Carlos “Big Daddy” Adley – Fremont Country Club/Backstage Bar & Billiards
*Loren Roberts, Treasurer, The Musical Beginning Foundation
*Mitch Schneider, Secretary, The Musical Beginning Foundation

The event was catered by Lindy Lu’s Kitchen. One highlight of the culinary feast was the blueberry mini pancakes which were based on the pancakes Prince originally made after the original pick-up basketball game with Prince, Eddie Murphy, Charlie Murphy, and Micki Free.

In many schools, art and music programs are often the first to be cut due to budget constraints. Roberts and Free believe music is not only a creative outlet, but also essential for childhood development and mental health. Participants in the event will be helping bring the power of music into the lives of children who need it most, inspiring young talent, and giving them the tools they need to thrive. “Our foundation believes that, whether using music as a therapeutic outlet or professionally, ‘Music is the Medicine,’ say Roberts and Free.

“I feel I’ve been blessed in my musical career,” says Micki Free, “and it’s time to give back. Most indigenous, urban and impoverished families, like mine when I was growing, didn’t have the means to buy instruments for their children. I was lucky my Uncle Frank came to my aid and bought me my first guitar. The Musical Beginning Foundation will be our Uncle Frank to many kids—that is our goal.”

“As a child I played clarinet in school, which was a meaningful experience for me,” says Roberts. “Art has been incredibly important to me throughout my whole life. As a graduate of Parsons School of Design in NYC, and someone who has enjoyed a career in the world of celebrity costume design, I was lucky to have been immersed into fields that allowed me to express my creativity. Children today don’t have as much access or opportunities when it comes to the arts, and I am hopeful that I can be a part of creating positive change in their lives through The Musical Beginning Foundation.”

For those who wish to make financial contributions or donate musical instruments to The Musical Beginning Foundation, contact 725-231-3509 or go here:

https://www.themusicalbeginningfoundation.org/

L-R: Bruce Kulick, Heather Roberts, Micki Free:
Photo Credit: David Plastik

L-R: Heather Roberts, Jeremy Spencer, Phil X, Micki Free
Photo Credit: Paul Citone

About The Musical Beginning Foundation:

The foundation is led by founders Heather Roberts and “Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter, and guitarist Micki Free. Roberts is a fashion/costume designer and couturier for rock stars and celebrities alike, as well as the co-founder and designer for a children’s theater/events company in the PNW. Micki is also a “Five-Time Native American Music Award Winner” and an Inductee into “The Native American Music Hall of Fame.” Micki’s extensive career in the music business as a producer, writer, and performer, and Heather’s production experience in the entertainment and theater industry as well as her creative passion and eye for design will help inspire and inform.

(Event Poster)

For press inquiries, please contact:
SRO PR
Mitch Schneider – mschneider@sropr.com
Andrea Faulk – afaulk@sropr.com

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