LAS VEGAS, NEV. (Top40 Charts/ Hard Rock Hotel & Casino) - As Las
Vegas prepares for one of the busiest weekends of 2007, the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino has quietly put together a four-day event list that raises all the stakes. Capacity crowds are expected for a weekend so action-packed, even
Vegas veterans will be left reeling. Hard Rock welcomes a stunning lineup of live music, parties, entertainment and events including mega bands Linkin Park,
Incubus with The Bravery, Angels & Airwaves, and performances from rap royalty
Snoop Dogg and 50 Cent. If that's not enough, iconic magazine, Rolling Stone presents a pack of exclusive affairs to celebrate 40 years of success as a predominant force in American music culture. Planned events include the Star Lounge gifting experience, a celebrity poker tournament and a VIP anniversary party, closing the weekend with a mega-watt celebrity guest list and an exclusive performance by Kanye West.
Overall Weekend Lineup:
THURSDAY, SEPT. 6
Incubus with special guests, The Bravery
7 p.m. at the Hard Rock Summer Stage
Hard Rock Summer Stage is the prestigious outdoor concert venue, created for select artists. Incubus and the Bravery perform to kick off the Rolling Stone 40th Anniversary celebration. Tickets are available at Hard Rock Box Office or Ticketmaster.
OAKLEY Awards Show Pre-Party
Featuring Lil Jon and Metal Skool
9 p.m. at Body English
Doors open at 9 p.m. DJ sets from hip hop star Lil Jon. Metal Skool hits the stage at 10 p.m. This is a semi-private event open to guests 21 years and older purchasing bottle and table service.
FRIDAY, SEPT. 7
The Star Lounge Gifting Experience
10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
The Star Lounge, a Key Group event, will be the premier gifting and hospitality lounge in Las Vegas during Rolling Stone's 40th Anniversary Weekend. The biggest names in music, TV, film & sports will enjoy an exclusive event at the world famous Hard Rock Hotel & Casino. From complimentary spa and beauty services to the hottest fashion, lifestyle and electronic brands, the Star Lounge will deliver an electrifying & unique VIP experience fit for rock royalty. Star Lounge is open to invited guests only.
SNOOP DOGG
10 p.m. Friday Night Live, Poolside Stage
Presented by Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in celebration of Rolling Stone's 40th Anniversary
One of hip-hop's most original influencers Snoop Dogg brings his West Coast flavor to the Hard Rock as part of the Friday Night Live concert series. Tickets are available at Hard Rock Box Office or Ticketmaster.
BODY ENGLISH After Show Party - Hosted by SNOOP DOGG
10:30 p.m. at Body English
Open to the public. Cover charges apply.
SATURDAY, SEPT. 8
The Star Lounge Gifting Experience - Day 2
10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Open to invited guests only.
The Rolling Stone celebrity Poker Tournament
1 p.m. at The Joint
A Celebrity Poker Tournament presented by Rolling Stone will attract some of the Hard Rock's most exciting famous players and poker fans.
Angels & Airwaves
6 p.m. doors, 8 p.m. set time, Poolside
Billabong Apparel and Macbeth Footwear host a late summer Beach Party at the Hard Rock Pool to help celebrate Rolling Stone's 40th Anniversary. See the world's best wakeboarders perform a must-see demo in the pool, then watch a short version of Billabong's new surf filmTrilogy with the film's stars, the top ranked surfers in the world, Andy Irons, Joel Parkinson and Taj Borrow, all followed by a special performance from Angels & Airwaves. Tickets are available at Hard Rock Box Office or Ticketmaster.
50 CENT Performs on The Pontiac Garage Stage
9 p.m. Poolside
Presented by Pontiac, multi-platinum rapper 50 Cent takes the stage for one of the most anticipated live performances of the weekend. A limited number of tickets are available at the Hard Rock box office.
LINKIN PARK
10 p.m. at the Hard Rock Summer Stage
Presented by Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in celebration of Rolling Stone's 40th Anniversary
Grammy Award winning, alternative rock band Linkin Park performs. Open to the public. Tickets are available at Hard Rock Box Office or Ticketmaster.
OFFICIAL Rolling Stone 40th Anniversary Party with Kanye West Performance
11 p.m. at The Joint
Rolling Stone hosts an exclusive VIP celebration with a performance from Kanye West. Expect one of the most star studded guest lists along with music's biggest names to hit the red carpet.
50 CENT Album Release Party
11:30 p.m. at Body English
Join 50 Cent at the official celebration for the release of his new album Curtis. Presented by Vitamin Energy and Absolut 100. With celebrity DJs D Nice & Sky Nellor. Open to the public. Cover charges apply.
SUNDAY, SEPT. 9
REHAB
11 a.m. - 8 p.m. at the Hard Rock Pool
The original and still champion of Las Vegas "daylife". Rehab has become the Sunday destination for Las Vegas partiers. Open to the public. Cover charges apply.
SWIZZ BEATS Birthday Party
10:30 p.m. at Body English
World Renown Producer/Recording Artist Swizz Beatz celebrates his birthday at Body English with Vibe Magazine and a host of celebrity friends. Music provided by New York City's Own DJ Goldfinger. Open to the public. Cover charges apply.
