Mohegan Sun’s Winning Authors Presents Ace Atkins Author of Robert B. Parker’s Kickback

WHAT:
Best-selling crime fiction writer, Ace Atkins gives readers an exclusive first-look into his latest novel, Robert B. Parker’s Kickback during a Winning Authors event at Mohegan Sun.
WHEN/WHERE:
Monday, May 18th
7:30pm – Live Discussion inside The Cabaret Theatre
8:30pm – Book Signing Event in The Shops at Mohegan Sun
IN DETAIL:
Award-winning crime fiction author Ace Atkins makes his first book tour stop at Mohegan Sun to unveil a sneak-peek at his latest mystery during a special Winning Authors event. The New York Times bestseller discusses his new release, Robert B. Parker’s Kickback, with a live discussion in The Cabaret Theatre followed by a book signing in The Shops concourse on Monday, May 18th.
Ace Atkins began his career as a crime reporter for The Tampa Tribune. During his time as a journalist, Atkins received a Pulitzer Prize nomination for his series written about a 1950s forgotten murder. Since then Atkins has released 17 novels and has been nominated for every major award in crime fiction. To learn more about Ace Atkins, connect with him on Facebook or follow him on Twitter.
*Participation is on a first-come, first-served basis.  Ace Atkins will be signing copies of Robert B. Parker’s Kickback which will be available for special purchase at Spin Street on the day of the event.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN:
Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, is one of the largest, most spectacular entertainment, gaming, dining and shopping destinations in the United States. Situated on 185 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, Mohegan Sun is home to three unique casinos, a 34-story, 1,200 room luxury hotel, a world-class spa and golf course, over 75 shops, restaurants and bars as well as three award-winning entertainment venues including a 10,000-seat Arena. Mohegan Sun is within easy access of New York, Boston, Hartford and Providence and located 15 minutes from the museums, antique shops and waterfront of Mystic Country. More information is available by calling 1.888.226.7711 or visiting mohegansun.com. Connect with us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter and view us on YouTube.
ABOUT SPIN STREET:
Proudly offering an extensive selection of CDs, books, DVDs, video games and cutting edge electronics as well as an exclusive collection of one-of-a-kind music and film memorabilia, unique gift items and a wide selection of home entertainment accessories. Spin Street, through its partnership with Mohegan Sun, is also the place to meet your favorite recording artists and authors in intimate, “once-in-a-lifetime” meet & greet sessions via our exclusive “Signings & Sightings” and “Winning Authors” programs.

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Ariana Grande Adds New Tour Dates And Cities For Summer 2015 Following Overwhelming Success Of First Leg Of The Honeymoon Tour

One of music’s biggest stars will bring her first North American headlining tour to even more cities through the country, starting July 16th in Tampa, Fl.

Mohegan Sun Arena to once again host Ariana on August 2nd
Latin superstar, Prince Royce, to be special guest on tour
UNCASVILLE, CT (March 30, 2015) – Few artists are having a bigger year than Pop music superstar Ariana Grande. With two GRAMMY Award-nominations including “Best Pop Vocal Album” for My Everything and Best Pop  Duo/Group Performance for “Bang Bang” with Jessie J and Nicki Minaj, a coveted performance spot on the 57th Annual GRAMMY Awards, a platinum-certified #1 album for My Everything, several chart-smashing singles, a Billboard Women In Music Award, an MTV Video Music Award and a recently announced high-profile recurring role in a new FOX television series, Ariana has become an unstoppable force in Pop culture. Today, she announced that THE HONEYMOON TOUR, her North American headlining tour, has been extended into the summer. Produced and promoted exclusively by Live Nation, THE HONEYMOON TOUR kicked off on February 25, 2015 and has been an overwhelming success with sold out dates throughout the first leg of the tour. THE HONEYMOON TOUR summer run will kick off July 16, 2015 in Tampa Bay, Florida and visit nearly 40 cities throughout the U.S. and Canada including stops in Nashville, Montreal, Las Vegas, Toronto and Uncasville, CT for an August 2nd show at Mohegan Sun Arena, starting at 7:30pm. Ariana Grande played to a sell-out crowd at Mohegan Sun on March 14, 2015. Latin superstar Prince Royce who recently debuted his first English single “Stuck on A Feeling” will be a special guest on all dates of the tour.
Tickets are $79.50, $59.50, $39.50 and $29.50 and go on sale Saturday, April 4th through Ticketmaster at 10:00am.  Ticketmaster customers may log on to ticketmaster.com; call Ticketmaster’s national toll free Charge By Phone number 1.800.745.3000; or visit any Ticketmaster outlet.  Tickets will also be available at the Mohegan Sun Box Office starting Sunday, April 5th subject to availability.  Tickets will also be available at livenation.com and through the Live Nation mobile app.
Citi® cardmembers will have access to pre-sale tickets beginning Tuesday, March 31st at 10:00am local time through Citi’s Private Pass® Program. For complete pre-sale details, visit citiprivatepass.com
Ariana Grande initially landed at the top with her first full-length album for Republic Records, Yours Truly. It debuted at #1 on the Billboard Top 200, Billboard Digital Albums chart and iTunes Overall Albums chart. Moreover, it yielded the game-changing Pop smash “The Way” featuring Mac Miller. One of 2013′s defining songs, the single went double-platinum, hit the Top 10 of the Billboard Hot 100 and reached #1 on the iTunes Overall Top Songs chart. In the aftermath, she was named “Best New Artist” at the American Music Awards in 2013. Grande’s magnetic charm, impressive voice and astounding presence have enchanted millions of fans worldwide. 2014 saw her reach incredible heights right out of the gate. The first single from her sophomore album, “Problem” featuring Iggy Azalea, saw her become the “youngest woman to debut with over 400K sold first-week.” In addition to ranking as the 5th “highest digital song debut for a female artist” and 9th highest ever, the platinum smash debuted at #1 in 65 countries, topping the iTunes overall Top Songs and Pop Songs charts for four weeks. Other accolades followed throughout the year, with Grande winning “Favorite Breakout Artist” at the People’s Choice Awards 2014, the Young Influencer Award at the iHeartRadio Music Awards, the Radio Disney Chart Topper Award, “Choice Female Artist” and “Choice Single – ‘Problem’” at the 2014 Teen Choice Awards, and more. At the 2014 MTV VMAs, “Problem” was named “Best Pop Video” as well.
In 2014, she also became the first woman in history and the first artist since Michael Jackson to simultaneously have three songs in the Top 6 of the digital songs chart. Still, the future looks brighter than ever as her star continues to rise.
Mohegan Sun Arena is now ranked consistently among the top venues in the world according to Billboard Magazine, Pollstar and Venues Today. It has won “Casino of The Year” at the Country Music Awards in 2008 & 2010 and in 2013, was voted “Arena Of The Year” at the G2E Global Gaming Conference in Las Vegas. Also in 2013, Mohegan Sun won “Casino of The Year” in 2 categories at the Academy of Country Music Awards. Mohegan Sun Arena was also ranked among the top 10 Arena venues in the world for 2014, regardless of size. For more information on concerts and other great events, visit Mohegan Sun. For information on this week’s schedule, call the Entertainment and Special Events hotline at 1.888.226.7711, ext. 27163.

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All That Remains Signings & Sightings Event At Mohegan Sun

WHAT:
Heavy Metal band All That Remains stop by The Shops at Mohegan Sun following their Wolf Den performance for a Signings & Sightings event on Friday, April 3rd.
WHEN/WHERE:
Friday, April 3rd
Immediately following their Wolf Den performance
The Shops at Mohegan Sun
IN DETAIL:
Have a piece of Rock memorabilia “Forever In Your Hands” when All That Remains makes an exclusive Signings & Sightings appearance. The New England-based band signs copies of their latest album, The Order Of Things, in The Shops concourse immediately following their Wolf Den performance on Friday, April 3rd.
All That Remains is a Heavy Metal band from Springfield, Massachusetts. The band has released seven albums and sold over a million records worldwide. Their latest album, The Order of Things, was released in February 2015 featuring their single “This Probably Won’t End Well.” To learn more about All That Remains, connect with them on Facebook or follow them on Twitter.
*Participation is on a first-come, first-served basis.  Due to time restrictions, All That Remains will only be signing copies of their new album The Order of Things which will be available for purchase at Spin Street. This event is bracelet-only. Bracelets will be distributed upon purchase of The Order of Things at Spin Street on the day of event. Personal photos and personalization are prohibited.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN:
Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, is one of the largest, most spectacular entertainment, gaming, dining and shopping destinations in the United States. Situated on 185 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, Mohegan Sun is home to three unique casinos, a 34-story, 1,200 room luxury hotel, a world-class spa and golf course, over 75 shops, restaurants and bars as well as three award-winning entertainment venues including a 10,000-seat Arena. Mohegan Sun is within easy access of New York, Boston, Hartford and Providence and located 15 minutes from the museums, antique shops and waterfront of Mystic Country. More information is available by calling 1.888.226.7711 or visiting mohegansun.com. Connect with us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter and view us on YouTube.
ABOUT SPIN STREET:
Proudly offering an extensive selection of CDs, books, DVDs, video games and cutting edge electronics as well as an exclusive collection of one-of-a-kind music and film memorabilia, unique gift items and a wide selection of home entertainment accessories. Spin Street, through its partnership with Mohegan Sun, is also the place to meet your favorite recording artists and authors in intimate, “once-in-a-lifetime” meet & greet sessions via our exclusive “Signings & Sightings” and “Winning Authors” programs.

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KIX Signings & Sightings Event At Mohegan Sun

WHAT:
Hard Rock band KIX follows up their Wolf Den performance with a Signings & Sightings event in The Shops at Mohegan Sun on Friday, April 10th.
WHEN/WHERE:
Friday, April 10th
Following their Wolf Den performance
The Shops at Mohegan Sun
IN DETAIL:
Get your Rock & Roll fix with KIX during an exclusive Signings & Sightings event at Mohegan Sun. After you “Rock Your Face Off’” during  KIX’s live performance in the Wolf Den, stop by The Shops concourse for a free autograph session on Friday, April 10th.
KIX is a Hard Rock band gaining popularity throughout the 80s and early 90s. KIX was founded in 1978 in Hagerstown, Maryland as The Shooze, then changed its name to The Generators before eventually settling on KIX. Most recently, KIX signed with Loud & Proud Records and released their first album in nearly two decades entitled Rock Your Face Off.
*Participation is on a first-come, first-served basis.  Due to time restrictions, KIX will only be signing copies of their new album Rock Your Face Off which will be available for purchase at Spin Street. This event is bracelet-only. Bracelets will be distributed upon purchase of Rock Your Face Off at Spin Street on the day of event. Personal photos and personalization are prohibited.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN:
Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, is one of the largest, most spectacular entertainment, gaming, dining and shopping destinations in the United States. Situated on 185 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, Mohegan Sun is home to three unique casinos, a 34-story, 1,200 room luxury hotel, a world-class spa and golf course, over 75 shops, restaurants and bars as well as three award-winning entertainment venues including a 10,000-seat Arena. Mohegan Sun is within easy access of New York, Boston, Hartford and Providence and located 15 minutes from the museums, antique shops and waterfront of Mystic Country. More information is available by calling 1.888.226.7711 or visiting mohegansun.com. Connect with us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter and view us on YouTube.
ABOUT SPIN STREET:
Proudly offering an extensive selection of CDs, books, DVDs, video games and cutting edge electronics as well as an exclusive collection of one-of-a-kind music and film memorabilia, unique gift items and a wide selection of home entertainment accessories. Spin Street, through its partnership with Mohegan Sun, is also the place to meet your favorite recording artists and authors in intimate, “once-in-a-lifetime” meet & greet sessions via our exclusive “Signings & Sightings” and “Winning Authors” programs.

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Mohegan Sun’s Reality Check Presents Kim Zolciak Biermann of The Real Housewives of Atlanta & Don’t Be Tardy

WHAT:
Star of The Real Housewives of Atlanta and Don’t Be Tardy, Kim Zolciak Biermann, joins Mohegan Sun on Thursday, April 30th for an exclusive Reality Check event.
WHEN/WHERE:
Thursday, April 30th
8:30pm- Live Q&A
9:00pm- Signing Event
The Shops at Mohegan Sun
IN DETAIL:
“Don’t Be Tardy” for an exclusive Reality Check event featuring TV personality, singer and performer Kim Zolciak Biermann. The star of The Real Housewives of Atlanta and Don’t Be Tardy gives fans the scoop on all things Kim during a live Q&A session followed by a signing on Thursday, April 30th in The Shops at Mohegan Sun.
Kim Zolciak Biermann is a singer and reality television star. Kim rose to fame during her time on Bravo’s hit series, The Real Housewives of Atlanta. Since parting ways with the show during season 5, Kim has appeared on her own spin-off series, Don’t Be Tardy, which documents her husband, Kroy Biermann and their family.
*Participation is on a first-come, first-served basis.  Due to time restrictions, Kim Zolciak Biermann will only be signing the headshots given out at event OR 1 personal item per guest. This event is bracelet-only. A limited number of bracelets will be distributed starting at 6:30pm at the signing location in The Shops concourse. Participants must have a bracelet in order to gain entry into the signing line. Photo personalization and photos taken with personal cameras are prohibited.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN:
Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, is one of the largest, most spectacular entertainment, gaming, dining and shopping destinations in the United States. Situated on 185 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, Mohegan Sun is home to three unique casinos, a 34-story, 1,200 room luxury hotel, a world-class spa and golf course, over 75 shops, restaurants and bars as well as three award-winning entertainment venues including a 10,000-seat Arena. Mohegan Sun is within easy access of New York, Boston, Hartford and Providence and located 15 minutes from the museums, antique shops and waterfront of Mystic Country. More information is available by calling 1.888.226.7711 or visiting mohegansun.com. Connect with us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter and view us on YouTube.
ABOUT SPIN STREET:
Proudly offering an extensive selection of CDs, books, DVDs, video games and cutting edge electronics as well as an exclusive collection of one-of-a-kind music and film memorabilia, unique gift items and a wide selection of home entertainment accessories. Spin Street, through its partnership with Mohegan Sun, is also the place to meet your favorite recording artists and authors in intimate, “once-in-a-lifetime” meet & greet sessions via our exclusive “Signings & Sightings” and “Winning Authors” programs.

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Dustin Lynch Joins Mohegan Sun For A Signings & Sightings Event

WHAT:
Country music star, Dustin Lynch, stops by The Shops at Mohegan Sun for a Signings & Sightings event following his free performance inside the Wolf Den.
WHEN/WHERE:
Saturday, March 28th
Immediately following his Wolf Den performance
The Shops at Mohegan Sun
IN DETAIL:
Country is “Where It’s At” and Mohegan Sun’s got the genre’s hottest rising star, Dustin Lynch, for an exclusive Signings & Sightings event. Join the voice behind the hit “Cowboys and Angels” for a free signing event on Saturday,
March 28th immediately following his performance in the Wolf Den.
Dustin Lynch is a successful Country music singer and songwriter.  He gained recognition for his certified platinum, debut single, “Cowboys and Angels.” Lynch’s recently released sophomore album features the title track, “Where It’s At” which reached #1 on the U.S. Billboard Country Airplay charts.
*Participation is on a first-come, first-served basis.  Due to time restrictions, Dustin Lynch will only be signing copies of his new album Where It’s At which will be available for purchase at Spin Street. This event is bracelet-only. Bracelets will be distributed upon purchase of Where It’s At at Spin Street on the day of event. Personal photos and personalization are prohibited.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN:
Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, is one of the largest, most spectacular entertainment, gaming, dining and shopping destinations in the United States. Situated on 185 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, Mohegan Sun is home to three unique casinos, a 34-story, 1,200 room luxury hotel, a world-class spa and golf course, over 75 shops, restaurants and bars as well as three award-winning entertainment venues including a 10,000-seat Arena. Mohegan Sun is within easy access of New York, Boston, Hartford and Providence and located 15 minutes from the museums, antique shops and waterfront of Mystic Country. More information is available by calling 1.888.226.7711 or visiting mohegansun.com. Connect with us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter and view us on YouTube.
ABOUT SPIN STREET:
Proudly offering an extensive selection of CDs, books, DVDs, video games and cutting edge electronics as well as an exclusive collection of one-of-a-kind music and film memorabilia, unique gift items and a wide selection of home entertainment accessories. Spin Street, through its partnership with Mohegan Sun, is also the place to meet your favorite recording artists and authors in intimate, “once-in-a-lifetime” meet & greet sessions via our exclusive “Signings & Sightings” and “Winning Authors” programs.

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