Dec 17, 2024 | Entertainment
UNCASVILLE, CT (December 17, 2024) – On Sunday, December 15th, Mohegan Sun honored iconic Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli as the 42nd Walk of Fame inductee, ahead of his sold out Mohegan Sun Arena show. Tom Cantone, President of Sports and Entertainment at Mohegan, and Mohegan Sun’s Chief Marketing Officer Kim Noto, presented Bocelli with the Walk of Fame star.
“Mohegan Sun Arena is proud to induct a world-class artist like Andre Bocelli join the likes of Taylor Swift, Billy Joel, Bruce Springsteen to our Arena Walk of Fame, and, at the same time, celebrate our annual Christmas Tree Lighting event.” Cantone noted before introducing Bocelli amid a roar of applause and enthusiasm. “He has now performed in front of over 30,000 people, a testament to Bocelli’s great fan base and the relationship Mohegan Sun has developed with headline entertainers like him over the years.”
The award was accepted by Andrea Bocelli in front of his most impassioned supporters.
“I know many of you prefer to hear me sing, but thank you all so much for being here tonight” Andrea Bocelli told the crowd after accepting the award. “This award is a great honor, and happy holidays to you all.”
The Mohegan Sun Arena Walk of Fame has honored artists like Taylor Swift, Bon Jovi, Matt Rife, Shinedown, Ringo Starr, and other long-time, sell-out acts that are enshrined outside of the Mohegan Sun Box Office forecourt. The Walk of Fame award seeks to recognize individuals and organizations who have made significant contributions to the success of Mohegan Sun Arena as the Northeast’s premier entertainment destination. All the inductees into the Mohegan Sun Arena Walk of Fame have their name engraved on a plaque that will be permanently placed at the entrance to Mohegan Sun Arena.
Andrea Bocelli has had an incredible year celebrating his 30th anniversary in music, which started with the Oscars performance by Andrea and Matteo Bocelli, the release of his new album Duets (Decca Records / Sugar Music), as well as the concert film Andrea Bocelli 30: The Celebration. Duets debuted at No. 1 on Billboard’s Classical Albums chart and Classical Crossover Albums chart, marking his 22nd and 16th leaders on the lists, respectively, extending his record for the most No. 1s in each chart’s history. The celebration will continue this holiday season with the upcoming CBS network special, “CHRISTMAS WITH ANDREA BOCELLI AND FRIENDS: A GRAMMY HOLIDAY SPECIAL” airing Christmas Eve, Tuesday Dec. 24th at 8:00pm ET/PT on the CBS Television Network, and available to stream live and on-demand on Paramount+.
With nearly 90 million records sold worldwide, and one of the most recognizable voices in the entertainment industry, Andrea Bocelli has sold out arena-sized concert events and performed record-breaking live-streams. Bocelli has shared his talents at many major events including the Olympic Games, the World Cup, and Global Citizen. He has earned six GRAMMY® Award nominations and six Latin GRAMMY Award nominations, a Golden Globe, seven Classical BRITs and seven World Music Awards, plus a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN ARENA
Mohegan Sun Arena, one of the busiest sports and entertainment venues in the world today, was awarded the 2024 Newsweek Readers’ Choice award for “Best Casino with Live Entertainment in America”. Mohegan Sun Arena was also named “Best Casino/Resort Venue of the Year” at the 35th Annual Pollstar Awards. In 2021, the 10,000-seat Arena also received its first “#1 Indoor Arena” ranking for its size in the world from Pollstar and VenuesNow. Mohegan Sun Arena is also a seven-time national award winner for “Arena of the Year” by the Academy of Country Music Awards (ACM) and G2E Las Vegas. 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.
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Dec 17, 2024 | Entertainment
Tickets on sale, Friday, December 20th
UNCASVILLE, CT (December 17, 2024) – One of the most successful recording artists in history, Reba McEntire, has announced a Friday, March 28th show at Mohegan Sun Arena. The 8:00pm show will be filled with her greatest hits like “Fancy,” “Is There Life Out There” and “I’m a Survivor”. It will be McEntire’s first Uncasville, Connecticut, appearance since October 2014.
On Friday, December 20th, at 10:00am, tickets for Reba’s live performance will go on sale via Ticketmaster.com. Fans of the GRAMMY®-winning artist can start buying tickets at the Mohegan Sun Box Office on Saturday, December 21st, subject to availability.
Multi-media entertainment mogul Reba McEntire has become a household name through a successful career that includes music, television, film, theater, retail and hospitality. The Country Music Hall of Fame and Hollywood Bowl member has more than 50 award wins under her belt, earning honors from the ACM Awards, American Music Awards, People’s Choice Awards, CMA Awards, GRAMMY® Awards and GMA Dove Awards. Reba was also a 2018 Kennedy Center Honors recipient, in addition to multiple philanthropic and leadership honors.
Reba has celebrated unprecedented success including 35 career No.1 singles and more than 58 million albums sold worldwide. Reba earned her 60th Top 10 on the Billboard Country Airplay chart, extending her record for the most Top 10 hits among female artists. Reba’s Top 10 success spans five straight decades, landing her in the singular group with only George Jones, Willie Nelson, and Dolly Parton who have the same achievement. The Oklahoma native and Golden Globe® nominated actress has multiple movie credits to her name, a critically acclaimed lead role on Broadway in Irving Berlin’s Annie Get Your Gun and starred in the six-season television sitcom Reba. Reba has also proven to be a savvy entrepreneur, with longstanding brand partnerships including her Dillard’s clothing line and western footwear collection REBA by Justin™. She has even added restauranteur to the list with Reba’s Place, a restaurant, bar, retail and entertainment venue in Atoka, Oklahoma. Her book Not That Fancy landed on the New York Times bestseller list. Reba has returned as a coach on Season 26 of NBC’s The Voice. Reba also stars in and executive produces on the NBC sitcom Happy’s Place. For more information, visit www.Reba.com.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN ARENA
Mohegan Sun Arena, one of the busiest sports and entertainment venues in the world today, was awarded the 2024 Newsweek Readers’ Choice award for “Best Casino with Live Entertainment in America”. Mohegan Sun Arena was also named “Best Casino/Resort Venue of the Year” at the 35th Annual Pollstar Awards. In 2021, the 10,000-seat Arena also received its first “#1 Indoor Arena” ranking for its size in the world from Pollstar and VenuesNow. Mohegan Sun Arena is also a seven-time national award winner for “Arena of the Year” by the Academy of Country Music Awards (ACM) and G2E Las Vegas. 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.
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Dec 16, 2024 | Gaming, General News
Huff n’ Puff: Money Mansion, Huff n’ Puff: Big Money Edition, Phoenix Link, Smokin’ Hot Stuff Link, Mo’ Mummy, and Monopoly Express also make their debut at Mohegan Sun
UNCASVILLE, CT (December 16, 2024) – Mohegan Sun has recently introduced the brand-new Squid Game (Light & Wonder) slot machines, based on the critically acclaimed and most-popular Netflix© series of all time, Squid Game, to the gaming floor. These games are located across from Starbucks in Casino of the Sky. Iconic games from the hit show such as Red Light, Green Light; Tug of War; and The Glass Tile, are also integrated into these new slots. Along with the addition of Squid Game, Mohegan Sun has also added Huff n’ Puff: Money Mansion (Light & Wonder), Huff n’ Puff: Big Money Edition (Light & Wonder), Phoenix Link (Aristocrat Gaming), Smokin’ Hot Stuff Link (Everi), Mo’ Mummy (Aristocrat Gaming), and Monopoly Express (Light & Wonder) to its already robust selection of slot games.
The Squid Game slots, which have a minimum bet of 50 cents, feature a captivating 600,000 pixel large-screen jumbo cabinet that stretches 75-inches as well as a 27-inch user-friendly touchscreen. The progressive grand jackpot on these popular new games starts out at $200,000.
Light & Wonders’ Huff n’ Puff: Money Mansion has also launched in Mohegan Sun’s Casino of the Sky and is the very first game in the Huff n’ Puff series to showcase the gigantic mural cabinet. This Hold & Spin slot machine, which has a grand jackpot starting at $15,000, features five-reels and 243 ways-to-win. Additionally, Light & Wonder’s Huff n’ Puff: Big Money Edition machines have been installed across from Sol Toro in Casino of the Sky and feature a progressive grand jackpot starting at $400,000; these machines have a new “Super Wheel” triggered through the upgrade wedge in the first wheel or through the new upgraded buzzsaw symbol.
Back in September 2024, Aristocrat Gaming announced that Phoenix Link, a follow-up to the international hit game, Dragon Link, would soon be hitting casino floors in North America. Mohegan Sun is thrilled to announce that these new machines have been installed in Mohegan Sun’s brand new Hold & Spin Slot Zone in Casino of the Sky. These new Hold & Spin slot machines, which have a grand jackpot starting at $10,000, feature new twists and turns that provide players with more features, more entertainment and even more ways to win.
Smokin’ Hot Stuff Link, developed by Everi, is a brand-new slot machine that has been installed in multiple locations across from Mohegan Sun’s newly renovated Sun Patio. These slot machines, which have a grand jackpot starting at $10,000, feature Hot Stuff with all his mischievous acts to help players win big prizes in classic gambler-focused games with a thrilling Hold & Spin mechanic.
Aristocrat Gaming’s new Mo’ Mummy slot machines, which have been installed in Mohegan Sun’s high limit section near Vista Lounge at Wombi Rock, feature bonuses that can be triggered so many ways, as well as eye-catching graphics, characters and extras. Lastly, multiple Light & Wonder Monopoly Express slot machines have been installed in Mohegan Sun’s Hold & Spin Slot Zone and feature a grand jackpot starting at $10,000; these Hold & Spin machines have an exciting gold train upgrade that can drive up train values for exponential wins.
Mohegan Sun continues to expand its slot machine offerings, especially in the Hold & Spin Slot Zone where there are more than 250 games featuring the Hold & Spin bonus. With nearly 4,000 slot machines in total, Mohegan Sun ensures there’s something for every gaming enthusiast.
To learn more about all that Mohegan Sun has to offer, visit mohegansun.com/playing.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN
Owned by Mohegan, Mohegan Sun 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 two unique casinos, 1,600 deluxe hotel rooms, two world-class spas, two distinct convention centers, an expo center, a golf course, over 70 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 X and Instagram @mohegansun and view us on YouTube.
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Dec 10, 2024 | Entertainment
Chaser Eight wins the $5,000 grand prize and will headline a
2025 Wolf Den show
UNCASVILLE, CT (December 9, 2024) – Chaser Eight was crowned 2024 Locals Live Champions after the finals on Wednesday, December 4th at Mohegan Sun’s Wolf Den. As part of the grand prize, the spirited four-piece band won $5,000 and will headline a future show in the Wolf Den. Norwich CT singer and songwriter JusBu took second place and received a $1,000 cash prize.
Chaser Eight, JusBu, and third-place solo act Austin Neal were named finalists after an exciting four-week contest hosted by Mohegan Sun and Hall Communications. Twelve bands were originally selected to perform live in the Wolf Den and competed in groups throughout November. Chaser Eight, JUSBU, and Austin Neil advanced to the finals after winning their respective first-round battles.
There was a boisterous turnout for the finals on Wednesday night. People were encouraged to dance to their favorite bands to receive points for crowd participation. Based on the audience’s response, stage appearance, musical presentation, and creativity, the panel of judges made their ultimate judgment.
“The Locals Live experience was amazing; every part of the night was magical,” said Audra Tagliamonte, lead singer and guitarist of Chaser Eight. “The Wolf Den environment is unlike any other. The entire staff and crew are so attentive to your needs on and off stage. There is so much energy in Casino of the Earth, and we can’t wait for our next performance.”.
For the past decade, Connecticut-based Alternative Rock Pop band Chaser Eight have been evolving. During this evolution, they’ve twice been voted New England’s Best Alt-Rock band in The Deli magazine’s year-end poll and were nominated in 2024 for New England Music Awards Rock Act of the Year. They opened for the likes of Panic! At the Disco, Buckcherry, and Badfish. The group consists of founding member AUDRA (vocals/guitar) and is rounded out by Brennan DiLernia (bass), Chris Siena (drums), and Mike Cocco (guitar). The band has released six EPs, two LPs and various singles, with more information available via chasereight.com.
The panel of guest judges at the Locals Live finals were Jay Thomas of Jay Promotions, Matt Chirski from “Darik and The Funbags,” and the members of Unwoke, who are the Locals Live 2023 champions.
A gallery of Chaser Eight’s winning performance can be found here. Stay tuned to our website for more information on Chaser Eight’s Wolf Den show.
ABOUT THE WOLF DEN
Located in the center of the action, in Casino of the Earth, the always popular Wolf Den offers full beverage service, a state-of-the-art sound system, intimate seating and top performances by entertainers like Ludacris, The Marshall Tucker Band, Warrant, Sister Hazel, Chubby Checker, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy, Queensrÿche and Run-DMC – and it’s all free!
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN
Owned by Mohegan, Mohegan Sun 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 two unique casinos, 1,600 deluxe hotel rooms, two world-class spas, two distinct convention centers, an expo center, a golf course, over 70 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 X and Instagram @mohegansun and view us on YouTube.
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Dec 9, 2024 | Entertainment
Special Walk of Fame induction to take place during Bocelli’s Appearance at Mohegan Sun’s annual Tree Lighting event outside on the Sun Patio
WHAT: Mohegan Sun is pleased to announce the 42nd Arena Walk of Fame inductee, six-time Grammy award-nominated iconic Italian tenor, Andrea Bocelli. As one of the most recognizable voices in the entertainment industry, Bocelli has performed inside Mohegan Sun Arena three times, with three sold-out shows and over 23,000 guests in attendance.
WHEN/WHERE: Sunday, December 15th at 6:00pm on The Sun Patio
WHO: Mohegan Sun’s Chief Marketing Officer: Kim Noto
Mohegan’s President of Sports & Entertainment: Tom Cantone
Andrea Bocelli
IN DETAIL: Bocelli returns to Mohegan Sun Arena for the first time in 15 years during his 2024 North American tour. Prior to his 7:30pm show inside Mohegan Sun Arena, the legendary performer will officially be inducted into Mohegan Sun’s Walk of Fame.
*Media interested in attending or photographing the ceremony can email Aaron Austin ([email protected])
Andrea Bocelli will also be a special guest during Mohegan Sun’s Second Annual Sun Patio Tree Lighting where he will help light up a massive Christmas Tree on the Sun Patio. This family-focused fun holiday gathering will feature complimentary hot chocolate, coffee, and sweet treats. The Sun Patio Bar will also serve flavorful specialty cocktails. This event is open to all ages, and admission is free.
The Mohegan Sun Arena Walk of Fame honors individuals who have made major contributions to Mohegan Sun’s success as the one of the busiest and most successful entertainment destinations in the world. The names of all those admitted into the Walk of Fame will be etched on a plaque that will be permanently displayed at the entrance of Mohegan Sun Arena. Other Walk of Fame inductees include Bon Jovi, Kevin Hart, Taylor Swift, Rod Stewart, Matt Rife, Billy Joel and many more.
For more information, visit our website.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN ARENA
Mohegan Sun Arena, one of the busiest sports and entertainment venues in the world today, was awarded the 2024 Newsweek Readers’ Choice award for “Best Casino with Live Entertainment in America”. Mohegan Sun Arena was also named “Best Casino/Resort Venue of the Year” at the 35th Annual Pollstar Awards. In 2021, the 10,000-seat Arena also received its first “#1 Indoor Arena” ranking for its size in the world from Pollstar and VenuesNow. Mohegan Sun Arena is also a seven-time national award winner for “Arena of the Year” by the Academy of Country Music Awards (ACM) and G2E Las Vegas. 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.
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Dec 9, 2024 | Entertainment
Tickets on sale Friday, December 13th
UNCASVILLE, CT (December 9, 2024) – Rock and Roll Hall of Fame®-inducted icons and Rock music legends Def Leppard, will bring their electrifying performance to Mohegan Sun Arena for one night on Thursday, July 3rd. The unforgettable night of Rock ‘n’ Roll kicks off at 8:00pm. Known for their timeless hits and energetic live shows, the evening will include performances from Def Leppard’s legendary catalog, including chart-topping classics hits like “Pour Some Sugar on Me,” “Photograph,” and “Love Bites.”
With over 110 million albums sold, two prestigious U.S. Diamond Awards, and a Rock & Roll Hall of Fame® induction, Def Leppard—Joe Elliott (vocals), Phil Collen (guitar), Rick Savage (bass), Vivian Campbell (guitar), and Rick Allen (drums)—are hailed as one of the greatest live Rock bands of all time. Known for groundbreaking albums Pyromania and Hysteria and an arsenal of hits like “Rock of Ages,” “Pour Some Sugar on Me,” and “Foolin’,” they bring unmatched energy and showmanship to the stage. Since launching their catalog on streaming platforms in 2018, the band has gained 5.5 billion streams and continues to expand its global fanbase. The band’s critically acclaimed album Diamond Star Halos debuted in Billboard’s Top 10, while “Drastic Symphonies” with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra reached #4 in the UK, spending 15 weeks at #1 on Billboard’s Classical chart. After a recent collaboration with Tom Morello on “Just Like 73,” which soared to #1 on the Classic Rock chart, Def Leppard remains a dominant force, inspiring new generations with its electrifying live performances.
Tickets will be available for purchase on Ticketmaster.com starting at 10:00am on Friday, December 13th. Beginning on Saturday, December 14th, fans of the Rock icons can buy tickets at the Mohegan Sun Box Office, subject to availability.
ABOUT DEF LEPPARD
With more than 110 million albums sold worldwide and two prestigious Diamond Awards in the U.S., 2019 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame® inductees Def Leppard – Joe Elliott (vocals), Phil Collen (guitar), Rick Savage (bass), Vivian Campbell (guitar) and Rick Allen (drums) — continue to be one of the most important forces in Rock music. Over the course of their career, the band has produced a series of classic ground-breaking albums that set the bar for generations of music fans and artists alike. The group’s spectacular live shows and arsenal of hits have become synonymous with their name, leading Def Leppard to be heralded as the world’s greatest live Rock band. Def Leppard’s influential career includes numerous hit singles and ground-breaking multi-platinum albums, including two of the best-selling albums of all time, Pyromania and Hysteria— the former of which is now celebrating its 40th anniversary — capturing the group’s legendary tracks, bringing together classic Leppard hits such as “Rock of Ages”, Pour Some Sugar on Me” and “Foolin.” For the first time, in January 2018 Def Leppard debuted their full recording catalog worldwide via streaming and download platforms. In May 2022, Def Leppard released their critically and commercially acclaimed twelfth studio album Diamond Star Halos. The album debuted at #1 on the Apple and Amazon Music charts, scored a Top 10 debut on Billboard’s Top 200 Albums chart, marking the band’s eighth Top 10 album of their career, and garnered a #1 debut on Billboard’s Hard Rock chart.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN ARENA
Mohegan Sun Arena, one of the busiest sports and entertainment venues in the world today, was awarded the 2024 Newsweek Readers’ Choice award for “Best Casino with Live Entertainment in America”. Mohegan Sun Arena was also named “Best Casino/Resort Venue of the Year” at the 35th Annual Pollstar Awards. In 2021, the 10,000-seat Arena also received its first “#1 Indoor Arena” ranking for its size in the world from Pollstar and VenuesNow. Mohegan Sun Arena is also a seven-time national award winner for “Arena of the Year” by the Academy of Country Music Awards (ACM) and G2E Las Vegas. 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.
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Dec 9, 2024 | Entertainment
Tickets on sale Friday, December 13th
UNCASVILLE, CT (December 9, 2024) – On Friday, October 3rd, Grammy Award-winning Country music superstar Keith Urban will make his highly anticipated return to Mohegan Sun Arena during the HIGH AND ALIVE WORLD TOUR. Special guests Chase Matthew, Alana Springsteen, and Karley Scott Collins will accompany Urban for the 7:00pm show.
Beginning at 10:00am on Friday, December 13th, tickets to witness the man behind the hits like “Long Hot Summer,” “Days Go By,” “Blue Ain’t Your Color,” “Somewhere In My Car,” “The Fighter,” “Wasted Time,” “Somebody Like You,” “One Too Many,” and new songs from his just released 11th studio album HIGH can be purchased on Ticketmaster.com. Subject to availability, fans of Urban can purchase tickets at the Mohegan Sun Box Office starting on Saturday, December 14th.
ABOUT KEITH URBAN
Keith Urban has spent the better part of his life harnessing a deep-seated passion for music. This, when combined with his authenticity, talent, and driving musical inquisitiveness, helps to understand why he is one of the most successful and well-respected artists in the world. He’s won four GRAMMY© Awards, 13 CMAs (including 2x Entertainer of the Year), fifteen ACMs, three AMAs, two People’s Choice Awards, and celebrated nine consecutive gold, platinum, or multi-platinum albums, which have produced more than 10 BILLION streams.
On September 20th, Keith Urban released HIGH, his 11th solo album. He’s described it as a “musical journey, intentionally sequenced through themes of what it is to be alive, human connection, cutting loose, huge hook chorus’, hope, nostalgia, shredding solos, straight-up fun and with some personal life revelations.” Songs from HIGH began debuting in January ’24 with the release of “Straight Line.” “Messed Up As Me,” the album’s current single, followed, after which “Go Home W U” with Lainey Wilson and “Wildside” were released.
Urban’s career has been sprinkled with creative collaborations that have shown his brevity and thirst for musical possibility. They are what make him the musician’s musician. They’ve included, amongst others: Billy Gibbons, Carrie Underwood, Chris Stapleton, Eric Church, John Mayer, HARDY, Julia Michaels, Justin Timberlake, Dzeko, Miranda Lambert, Nile Rodgers, P!nk, Post Malone, The Rolling Stones and Vince Gill.
Amid it all, Urban has given back. He was the first Artist Ambassador of the CMA Foundation, an advisory board member at St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital and a longtime supporter of The Mr. Holland’s Opus Fund and The Grammy Foundation. His “All For The Hall” benefit concerts have raised $4.3M for the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum©.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN ARENA
Mohegan Sun Arena, one of the busiest sports and entertainment venues in the world today, was awarded the 2024 Newsweek Readers’ Choice award for “Best Casino with Live Entertainment in America”. Mohegan Sun Arena was also named “Best Casino/Resort Venue of the Year” at the 35th Annual Pollstar Awards. In 2021, the 10,000-seat Arena also received its first “#1 Indoor Arena” ranking for its size in the world from Pollstar and VenuesNow. Mohegan Sun Arena is also a seven-time national award winner for “Arena of the Year” by the Academy of Country Music Awards (ACM) and G2E Las Vegas. 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.
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Dec 2, 2024 | Entertainment
Talented local bands will jostle for a $5,000 Grand Prize and Headlining Concert at the legendary Wolf Den
UNCASVILLE, CT (December 2, 2024) – The champions of the first three rounds of Mohegan Sun’s popular Locals Live competition will square off for musical supremacy on Wednesday, December 4th beginning at 8:00pm. Hosted by Mohegan Sun and sponsored by Hall Communications, Locals Live showcases some of the best bands throughout the region and is free to attend.
With a $5,000 grand prize and a headline performance at the Wolf Den on the line, the three acts that will be competing Wednesday include Alternative-Rock-Pop band, Chaser Eight, Norwich based Hip-Hop artist JusBu, and Country-Rock performer Austin Neal. These impressive acts will compete in the finals on the same stage that has hosted legends like Run DMC, Thomas Rhett, LL Cool J and Gary Hoey.
The winner of the last year’s Locals Live competition, the three-piece Rock band Unwoke from Montville, CT, will also play a special opening set at this finals event. From there, Unwoke will join Jay Thomas of Jay Promotions, and Matt Chirski from “Darik and The Funbags” as guest judges in helping to decide on the Locals Live 2024 champion.
Locals Live Final Round Lineup:
Chaser Eight
For the past decade, Connecticut-based Alternative Rock Pop band Chaser Eight have been evolving. During this evolution they’ve twice been voted New England’s Best Alt-Rock band in The Deli magazine’s year-end poll and were nominated in 2024 for New England Music Awards Rock Act of the Year. They opened for the likes of Panic! At the Disco, Buckcherry, and Badfish. The group consists of founding member AUDRA (vocals/guitar) and is rounded out by Brennan DiLernia (bass), Chris Siena (drums, and Mike Cocco (guitar). The band has released six EPs, two LPs and various singles, with more information available via chasereight.com.
JusBu
JusBu is as local as they come! The music aficionado was born and raised in Norwich, Connecticut. He brings his passion and desire for greatness to every track he raps over. The versatile singer and songwriter writes all his own lyrics and is looking for his opportunity to breakout onto the music scene in a major way.
Austin Neal
Austin Neal was born and raised in the southeast Missouri Ozark foothills. Neal started playing the guitar at six and grew up with a heavy musical influence from the Memphis music scene and bands like The Eagles, The Black Crowes, Jim Croce, Glenn Campbell, and others. A proud Navy veteran as well, Neal has opened for acts such as Shenandoah, Mark Chesnutt, Craig Campbell, Shooter Jennings, Neal McCoy, and Chris Hicks of the Marshall Tucker Band. He has been a local of Eastern Connecticut for the past few years and continues to rock crowds everywhere.
Admission to attend Locals Live is free, and all guests must be 21+ to enter the Wolf Den. Specials for drinks include Bud Light and Michelob Ultra for $4. Guests may line up no sooner than three hours before the show. Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis. One guest can hold four spots in line, but seats will only be given to those present at the time of seating. All guests must be 21 or older to enter the Wolf Den.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN
Owned by Mohegan, Mohegan Sun 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 two unique casinos, 1,600 deluxe hotel rooms, two world-class spas, two distinct convention centers, an expo center, a golf course, over 70 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 X and Instagram @mohegansun and view us on YouTube.
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Dec 2, 2024 | Uncategorized
Tickets on sale Friday, December 6th
UNCASVILLE, CT (December 2, 2024) – Get ready for an unforgettable night of Rock ‘n’ Roll as Vince Neil & Ace Frehley join forces at Mohegan Sun Arena for a concert like no other. The two legendary performers take the 10,000 seat Arena stage on Friday, January 31st at 8:00pm.
Tickets will be available for purchase on Ticketmaster.com starting at 10:00am on Friday, December 6th. Beginning on Saturday, December 7th, fans of the Rock icons can buy tickets at the Mohegan Sun Box Office, subject to availability.
January 31st Lineup:
Vince Neil
Vince Neil, the legendary front man of Mötley Crüe, is an international superstar, accomplished businessman and heartfelt philanthropist. His unmistakable voice leads some of the greatest Rock songs of a generation including “Wild Side”, “Shout at the Devil”, “Home Sweet Home,” “Girls, Girls, Girls,” “Dr. Feelgood,” “Kickstart My Heart,” and many more. Raised on the tough streets of Compton, California, Neil fell in love with music as a child, developing a broad vocabulary that ranged from classic Motown to Hard Rock. As a teenager, he began performing with local bands and soon discovered a passion for the stage and a natural talent as a singer and performer. Neil fronted the popular band Rock Candy before reuniting with high school buddy Tommy Lee in 1981, establishing his spot in Rock history with the formation of Mötley Crüe.
Mötley Crüe’s epic run included countless platinum releases, more than 22 hit singles 100 million albums sold, and dozens of global tours with sold out arenas, inclusive of some of the largest venues in the world.
Ace Frehley
The only thing more recognizable than Ace Frehley’s signature “Spaceman” makeup is his guitar playing. Those thundering riffs and singable solos have enshrined him as one of the most influential, inspiring, and impactful musicians of all time. Among hundreds of accolades, The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame® inducted him in 2014 as a Co-founder and the original lead guitarist of Kiss. As it turns out, the man who once sang “Shock Me” is as much of a livewire as ever in 2024 and beyond.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN ARENA
Mohegan Sun Arena, one of the busiest sports and entertainment venues in the world today, was awarded the 2024 Newsweek Readers’ Choice award for “Best Casino with Live Entertainment in America”. Mohegan Sun Arena was also named “Best Casino/Resort Venue of the Year” at the 35th Annual Pollstar Awards. In 2021, the 10,000-seat Arena also received its first “#1 Indoor Arena” ranking for its size in the world from Pollstar and VenuesNow. Mohegan Sun Arena is also a seven-time national award winner for “Arena of the Year” by the Academy of Country Music Awards (ACM) and G2E Las Vegas. 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.
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Nov 21, 2024 | Gaming, General News, Special Events
Free, public meet & greet to take place at Vista Lounge at Wombi Rock
WHAT: Guests are invited to Mohegan Sun’s popular nightlife venue, Vista Lounge at Wombi Rock, on Saturday, December 7th to meet & greet with viral casino sensation, Vegas Matt!
WHEN/WHERE: Saturday, December 7th
5:00pm – 6:00pm
Vista Lounge at Wombi Rock
IN DETAIL: Mohegan Sun is excited to host the well-known slots and table games influencer, Vegas Matt, on Saturday, December 7th for a special meet & greet. From 5:00pm – 6:00pm, guests will have the chance to connect up close, ask questions, snap a photo, and share some laughs with the man himself whose favorite games on the casino floor are Baccarat, Blackjack and a variety of popular slot games including Buffalo Link, Regal Riches, and Dragon Link. Whether guests are long-time fans or new to the excitement, this event promises an unforgettable experience. This is the perfect opportunity to meet Vegas Matt, the social media sensation with a passion for gaming! This event is free and open to guests 21 years of age and older. Participation is on a first come, first served basis.
For additional information on the Meet & Greet with Vegas Matt, visit the Mohegan Sun website.
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