May 22, 2009 | Entertainment
Chart-topping Pop duo perform in the Arena on August 8th
Daryl Hall and John Oates are making their way back to Mohegan Sun for a very special performance in the Arena on Saturday, August 8th at 8:00pm.
Tickets are $45.00 and go on sale Friday, May 29th at 10:00am through Ticketmaster. Ticketmaster customers may log on to ticketmaster.com; call any Ticketmaster Charge By Phone number; or visit any Ticketmaster outlet. Tickets will also be available at the Mohegan Sun Box Office starting Saturday, May 30th, subject to availability.
The list of hits by Daryl Hall and John Oates goes on forever. Beginning with “She’s Gone” in 1974, they were consistently found on the charts and on MTV over the next ten years. Their releases include the #1 singles “Rich Girl,” “Kiss On My List,” “Maneater,” “Private Eyes,” “I Can’t Go For That (No Can Do)” and “Out of Touch.” The duo will be honored with the Chairman’s Award for Sustained Creative Achievement by The National Association of Recording Merchandisers this summer.
For more information on Daryl Hall & John Oates and other great events at Mohegan Sun, visit mohegansun.com. For information on this week’s schedule, call the Entertainment and Special Events hotline at 1.888.226.7711, ext. 27163.
May 19, 2009 | General News
Eric Church will be taking part in a “Signings & Sightings” event following his performance in the Wolf Den on June 19th
UNCASVILLE, CT (May 19, 2009)— Immediately following his performance in the Wolf Den on Friday, June 19th, rising Country music star Eric Church will participate in a “Signings & Sightings” event. This exclusive “Signings & Sightings” event will take place on the Spin Street Stage in The Shops at Mohegan Sun concourse, and is sponsored by Spin Street and The Shops at Mohegan Sun.
Eric Church’s performance is at 8:00pm in the Wolf Den. The Wolf Den is free and open to the public and seating is on a first-come, first-serve basis. Eric Church’s album Carolina will be available on the day of and leading up to this event in Spin Street, located in The Shops concourse.
North Carolina native Eric Church has built up an impressive catalogue of Country music since forming a solid partnership with producer Jay Joyce just prior to the recording of his debut album Sinner Like Me. The single “How Bout You” landed on the Country Top 20 chart and Sinner Like Me went on to be a huge success both commercially and critically. Church’s sophomore LP Carolina released this year, is already being touted as a “must-have” by fans and critics alike. The album teams Church and Joyce up once again and features the hit single “Love Your Love the Most” accompanied by standout tracks like “Longer Gone” and “Without You Here.”
Due to the short timeframe for the event and the number of fans expected, Eric Church will only be signing copies of his CDs. Absolutely no memorabilia of any kind can be signed.
Collaborating with Spin Street, Mohegan Sun’s one-of-a-kind “Signings & Sightings” program provides guests the opportunity to meet entertainment superstars and world-
renowned artists. In addition, the program provides entertainers the opportunity to get
up-close-and-personal with their fans in a unique and exciting venue in which to showcase their latest work. “Signings & Sightings” events are free and open to the public.
Spin Street, located in The Shops at Mohegan Sun, is one of the nation’s premier high- end music, movies, and memorabilia entertainment stores offering thousands of CDs spanning every genre imaginable from the roaring 20s through today and an unmatched selection of DVDs and video games. Spin Street carries an astounding array of personalized and one-of-a-kind pieces of autographed music, film and sports memorabilia and routinely hosts personal appearances by many of today’s musical heroes in intimate after-show CD signings.
Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribe, is one of the largest, most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming, shopping and meeting destinations in the United States. Situated on 240 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, 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.
May 19, 2009 | Entertainment
Irreverent, cutting-edge comedy on Friday, August 14th
Jeff Dunham, America’s premier comedian/ventriloquist, returns to Mohegan Sun Arena with his Spark of Insanity Tour on Friday, August 14th at 8:00pm.
Tickets are $62.50 and $50.00 and go on sale Saturday, May 23rd at 10:00am through Ticketmaster. 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, May 24th, subject to availability.
Dunham and his fast-talking, irreverent “suitcase posse” became household names with his hour-long Comedy Central special entitled Jeff Dunham – Spark of Insanity. That is only one of several TV appearances that account for Dunham’s popularity. He has been seen with both David Letterman and Jay Leno, and guested on Blue Collar TV and The Best Damn Sports Show. The unpredictable “suitcase posse” includes Achmed, the dead terrorist; the self-described comic genius Peanut; runaway vegetable José Jalapeño on a stick; mild-mannered superhero Melvin; and feisty old codger Walter.
For more information on Jeff Dunham and other great events at Mohegan Sun, visit mohegansun.com. For information on this week’s schedule, call the Entertainment and Special Events hotline at 1.888.226.7711, ext. 27163.
May 18, 2009 | Entertainment
Live in the Arena on Sunday, August 16th
The Moody Blues, one of the top-grossing album and touring bands in existence, will perform live at Mohegan Sun Arena on Sunday, August 16th at 7:00pm.
Tickets are $40.00 and are on sale now at the Mohegan Sun Box Office and through Ticketmaster. 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.
Since they first hit the Rock scene with the release of their monumental 1967 album Days Of Future Passed, The Moody Blues have continued to produce music that bridges the gap between Classical and Pop-Rock genres without ever wavering in their integrity and commitment. Featuring the altruistic inflections of guitarist/vocalist Justin Hayward, bassist/vocalist John Lodge and drummer Graeme Edge, The Moody Blues’ sound has held its ground with exquisite harmonies over and over again, in a genre of music that is ever-changing. Since their formation in England, The Moody Blues have created music time and time again that offers Rock music a depth that is unprecedented and inspiring. The Moody Blues have sold in excess of 70 million albums worldwide and have been awarded an astonishing 14 platinum and gold discs. Their incredible roster of hits include: “Nights In White Satin,” “Ride My See-Saw,” “The Story In Your Eyes,” “Isn’t Life Strange,” “Question,” “I’m Just A Singer (In A Rock And Roll Band),” “Your Wildest Dreams” and “I Know You’re Out There Somewhere,” to name a few.
For more information on The Moody Blues and other great events at Mohegan Sun, visit mohegansun.com. For information on this week’s schedule, call the Entertainment and Special Events Hotline at 1.888.226.7711, ext. 27163.
May 18, 2009 | Entertainment
In the Arena on July 10th with special guest Ciara
Jay-Z, one of the biggest names in Rap/Hip-Hop music, is set to perform live at Mohegan Sun Arena on Friday, July 10th at 8:00pm with special guest Ciara.
Tickets are $110.00 and $70.00 and go on sale Friday, May 15th at 10:00am through Ticketmaster. 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 may also be purchased at the Mohegan Sun Box Office starting Saturday, May 16th subject to availability.
A multiple Grammy, AMA and VMA award winner, Jay-Z has continued to set the bar for all artists and entrepreneurs. Co-founder of Roc-A-Fella Records, he currently is the President of Rocawear, part owner of the New Jersey Nets and co-owner of the successful 40/40 chain. Most recently, Shawn “Jay-Z” Carter held the title of President of Def Jam Records where he helped guide the careers of superstar artists and multiple Grammy nominees such as Rihanna, Ne-Yo, NAS, Kanye West and Young Jeezy.
Ciara recently released her latest studio effort, Fantasy Ride, on May 5th. She currently has two hit singles riding the airwaves; “Never Ever” featuring rapper Young Jeezy and “Love Sex Magic” featuring Justin Timberlake.
For more information on Jay-Z and special guest Ciara and other great events at Mohegan Sun, visit mohegansun.com. For information on this week’s schedule, call the Entertainment and Special Events hotline at 1.888.226.7711, ext. 27163.
May 18, 2009 | Entertainment
Singer/songwriter performs live on Friday, July 31st
One of the most talented and unique voices in Rock/Pop music is set to make his Mohegan Sun debut this summer. Jason Mraz will perform live in the Arena on Friday, July 31st at 7:00pm with special guests G.Love & Special Sauce and K’naan, hosted by Bushwalla.
Tickets are $45.00 and go on sale Saturday, May 16th at 10:00am through Ticketmaster. 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, May 17th, subject to availability.
Jason Mraz made his major label debut in 2002 with Waiting for My Rocket to Come, which exploded off the charts with such hits as “Remedy (I Won’t Worry)” and “You and I Both.” In 2005 he returned with his Grammy-nominated, critically-acclaimed Mr. A-Z, which continued his chart success with “Wordplay.” Throughout, relentless touring led to his reputation as a tremendous live act to soar. His latest effort, 2008’s We Sing. We Dance. We Steal Things. has proven to be his most successful to date, which includes the Grammy-nominated single “I’m Yours.”
G.Love & Special Sauce is a three-part Alternative Hip-Hop band consisting of members Garrett Dutton, better known as G. Love, Jeffrey Clemens on drums and Mark Boyce on keyboards. Their latest album, Superhero Brother, was released last year.
K’naan’s distinctive sound is one that fuses Bob Marley, conscious American Hip-Hop and brilliant protest poetry. Influenced by his childhood in Somali, K’naan describes his style as “urgent music with a message.”
For more information on Jason Mraz and special guests G.Love & Special Sauce, K’naan and Bushwalla and other great events at Mohegan Sun, visit mohegansun.com. For information on this week’s schedule, call the Entertainment and Special Events Hotline at 1.888.226.7711, ext. 27163.
May 18, 2009 | Entertainment
Rockers perform live on Friday, July 17th
Following an incredibly successful reunion tour last year, Stone Temple Pilots are hitting the road again and will be making a stop at Mohegan Sun Arena on Friday, July 17th at 8:00pm.
Tickets are $54.50 and $44.50 and go on sale Saturday, May 16th at 10:00am through Ticketmaster. Ticketmaster customers may log on to ticketmaster.com; call Ticketmaster’s national toll free Charge by Phone number 1.800.745.3000. Tickets may also be purchased at the Mohegan Sun Box Office starting Sunday, May 17th subject to availability.
Stone Temple Pilots have sold over 17.5 million copies of their five studio albums in the United States alone and over 20 million albums worldwide. The band has had fifteen top 10 singles on the Billboard Rock charts, including six #1s and one #1 album on the Pop charts (1994’s Purple). In 1994, Stone Temple Pilots won a Grammy for “Best Hard Rock Performance” for their song “Plush.”
For more information on Stone Temple Pilots and other great events at Mohegan Sun, visit mohegansun.com. For information on this week’s schedule, call the Entertainment and Special Events hotline at 1.888.226.7711, ext. 27163.
May 18, 2009 | Entertainment
The Turtles featuring Flo & Eddie, Felix Cavaliere of The Rascals, Chuck Negron, Mountain featuring Leslie West & Corky Laing and Badfinger featuring Joey Molland take over the Arena on August 12th
August is the 40th anniversary of Woodstock and five flower-powered originators of Rock are teaming up for an unforgettable evening at Mohegan Sun Arena. The Turtles featuring Flo & Eddie, Felix Cavaliere of The Rascals, Chuck Negron formerly of Three Dog Night, Mountain featuring Leslie West & Corky Laing and Badfinger featuring Joey Molland will perform live on Wednesday, August 12th at 7:30pm.
Tickets for this sensational lineup are $40.00 and go on sale Friday, May 15th at 10:00am through Ticketmaster. 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 may also be purchased at the Mohegan Sun Box Office beginning Saturday, May 16th subject to availability.
The Turtles featuring Flo & Eddie are an American Pop and Folk band that exploded onto the scene in the late 60s and became notable with their cover version of Bob Dylan’s hits “It Ain’t Me Babe” and “Happy Together.” They have released two greatest hits albums and have been credited with numerous Top 40 hits.
Felix Cavaliere of The Rascals is an accomplished American producer and musician. His stint with The Young Rascals jumpstarted his career, where he produced acts like Laura Nyro and Jimmie Spheeris. He went on to have a Billboard hit in 1980 as a solo artist with “Only a Lonely Heart Sees.” Cavaliere will be inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame on June 18, 2009.
Chuck Negron formerly of Three Dog Night joined the band in 1968, which became one of the most successful acts of the late 60s and 70s. Negron went on to pursue a solo career in which he recorded several albums including 1995’s Am I Still In Your Heart, 1996’s Joy to the World and 1999’s Long Road Back. Chuck has since been touring solo and wrote a book in 2000 entitled Three Dog Nightmare: The Chuck Negron Story.
Mountain featuring Leslie West & Corky Laing has recorded over fifteen albums and countless Billboard chart hits since the 1960s. The band’s 1970 hit “Mississippi Queen” skyrocketed into commercial success. To this day, the Rock masterpiece remains their signature song with countless movie and commercial references. VH1 ranked the band #98 on its 100 Greatest Artists of Hard Rock.
Badfinger featuring Joey Molland has recorded over ten albums and has had countless Billboard hits including “Come and Get It” which peaked at #3 on the Billboard charts in 1969. The band is known as one of the earliest representatives of the Power Pop genre.
For more information on Hippiefest featuring The Turtles featuring Flo & Eddie, Felix Cavaliere of The Rascals, Chuck Negron, Mountain featuring Leslie West & Corky Laing and Badfinger featuring Joey Molland and other great events at Mohegan Sun, visit mohegansun.com. For information on this week’s schedule, call the Entertainment and Special Events hotline at 1.888.226.7711, ext. 27163.
May 8, 2009 | General News
Todd English’s Tuscany premieres breakfast menu on Tuesday, May 26th
UNCASVILLE, CT (May 8, 2009) – Mohegan Sun is excited to announce that starting Tuesday May 26th, Todd English’s Tuscany will be serving breakfast daily from 6:00am – 11:00am.
Todd English’s Tuscany currently boasts a delectable menu including the “Tuscan Table” lunch buffet and various fine Italian dishes for dinner. Now diners can enjoy fantastic breakfast selections at the same beautiful restaurant. Breakfast will be served on the terrace located on either side of Taughannick Falls.
Offerings on the new breakfast menu include:
TUSCAN BENEDICT: Two Poached Eggs, Crispy Prosciutto, Lobster Hollandaise and Fire-Roasted Potatoes.
STEAK & EGGS: Tenderloin, Eggs Any Style, Fire-Roasted Potatoes and choice of Toast.
VANILLA BEAN FRENCH TOAST: Fresh Berries, Honeyed Cream and some Grade A Maple Syrup to top it off.
BREAKFAST RISOTTO: Steel-Cut Oats, Cranberries and Maple-Glazed Lobster.
THE PERFECT CURE: Proscuitto, Asparagus and Eggs on Flatbread.
The new breakfast menu for Todd English’s Tuscany will be available on mohegansun.com as the opening approaches.
Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribe, is one of the largest, most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming, shopping and meeting destinations in the United States. Situated on 240 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, 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.
May 4, 2009 | Entertainment
Mother/daughter duo live in the Arena on July 2nd
One of the most beloved acts in Country music history, The Judds (Wynonna and Naomi), will appear in concert live at Mohegan Sun Arena on Thursday, July 2nd at 7:30pm.
Tickets are $85.00 and $65.00 and go on sale Saturday, May 9th at 10:00am through Ticketmaster. 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, May 10th, subject to availability.
The Judds have celebrated a career like no other. Adored by fans and admired by their peers, these Cinderellas from Kentucky helped reshape the sound and image of American popular music. Their first project, The Judds, was released in 1984. By the close of 1985, The Judds had two platinum albums, a gold album and six #1 singles. These two small-town girls became one of the most celebrated success stories in Country music, selling more than twenty million records and winning over sixty industry awards including five Grammys, nine CMAs and eight Billboard Music awards. By 1989, they were one of the top-grossing touring acts in America, selling more concert tickets that year than everyone but The Grateful Dead and The Rolling Stones. In October of 1990, Naomi learned she had contracted Hepatitis C. The debilitating disease left her no choice but to retire after a lifetime of dreams and eight years at the top.
The Judds Farewell Tour began February of 1991 and stopped in 116 cities across North America. The tour grossed over $21 million and The Judds were named the top-grossing concert act in 1991. The tour broke records but it broke hearts too, as the girls said a tearful goodbye to the loyal fans who had loved and supported them for nearly a decade. On December 4, 1991, The Judds performed their final concert. The sell-out crowd and over six million pay-per-view fans watched as Wynonna and Naomi took their final bows. It was the end of an era.
Through all of the trials and triumphs, Wynonna and Naomi have maintained their unique and special bond. The phenomenal success they shared as The Judds helped redefine an industry and set the standard by which future superstars would be measured. Together or apart, their legacy lives on in more than just music.
For more information on An Evening With The Judds and other great events at Mohegan Sun, visit mohegansun.com. For information on this week’s schedule, call the Entertainment and Special Events Hotline at 1.888.226.7711, ext. 27163.
