Mar 4, 2019 | Entertainment
With special guest Ashley McBryde on Sunday, July 7th
UNCASVILLE, CT (March 4, 2019) – Grammy, ACM, CMA and AMA award – winning group, Little Big Town, returns to the Mohegan Sun Arena stage. Bringing special guest Ashley McBryde on Sunday, July 7th at 7:30pm.
Tickets are $79.00, $59.00 and $39.00 and go on sale Friday, March 8th at 10:00am through Ticketmaster. Ticketmaster customers may log on to Ticketmaster.com or call Ticketmaster’s national toll free Charge By Phone number 1.800.745.3000. Tickets will also be available at the Mohegan Sun Box Office beginning on Saturday, March 9th at 10:00am, subject to availability.
Little Big Town, consisting of members Karen Fairchild, Phillip Sweet, Kimberly Schlapman, and Jimi Westbrook, first entered the music scene over 19 years ago with hit songs “Boondocks,” “Bring It On Home,” “Good As Gone” and the Grammy-nominated “Little White Church.” Their breakthrough albums Tornado and Pain Killer produced multiple #1 singles, including “Pontoon,” “Tornado,” and “Day Drinking,” as well as the history-making, best-selling Country single of the year (2015) “Girl Crush.” Released February 24, 2017, Little Big Town’s latest studio album, The Breaker, debuted #1 on the Billboard Country Charts and Top 10 (#4) on the Billboard 200 to critical acclaim, marking the group’s fourth Top 10 debut on the Billboard 200 chart. The album features their Grammy-winning, multi-week #1 single, “Better Man,” as well as “When Someone Stops Loving You.”
Little Big Town has earned more than 40 award show nominations and in the past five years has taken home nearly 20 awards, including multiple Grammy, AMA, People’s Choice, CMA, ACM awards and an Emmy award. Currently the reigning CMA and ACM “Vocal Group of the Year,” the Country Music Hall of Fame inductees (2014) went onto receive their star on the Nashville Walk of Fame in 2017. Also in 2017, Little Big Town hosted a sold-out, year-long artist residency at the famed Ryman Auditorium in Nashville — marking the venue’s first-ever, year-long residency in its 125-year history. The band also recently launched 4 Cellars wine, their first non-musical project as a band, with Browne Family Vineyards.
For more information on Little Big Town visit LittleBigTown.com or follow them @littlebigtown.
Mohegan Sun Arena is now ranked consistently among the top venues in the world according to Billboard Magazine, Pollstar and Venues Now. Mohegan Sun Arena is consistently ranked among the top three “Arenas in the World for its Size” and top 15 in the “World for All Size Venues.” The award – winning venue is the “#1 Casino Venue in the World,” “#1 Social Media Venue in the World” and a seven – time national award – winner for “Arena of the Year.” 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.
Feb 8, 2019 | Entertainment
Live Friday, May 3rd and Saturday, May 4th with special guests Kane Brown, Carley Pearce & Dee Jay Silver
UNCASVILLE, CT (February 8, 2019) – Three – time and reigning ACM “Entertainer of the Year” Jason Aldean kicks – off his 2019 Ride All Night Tour Friday, May 3rd with back to back nights in Uncasville, CT. Named after one of the most “intriguing” (Rolling Stone) tracks off his #1 selling album Rearview Town, Aldean has tapped Kane Brown as direct support for the full – throttle run along with Carly Pearce and Dee Jay Silver. Performing live for back to back nights on the Mohegan Sun Arena stage on Friday, May 3rd and Saturday, May 4th at 7:30pm.
Tickets are $119.50, $89.50 and $69.50 and go on sale Friday, February 15th at 10:00am through Ticketmaster. Ticketmaster customers may log on to Ticketmaster.com or call Ticketmaster’s national toll free Charge By Phone number 1.800.745.3000. Tickets will also be available at the Mohegan Sun Box Office beginning on Saturday, February 16th, subject to availability.
The “musically muscular, big – tent entertainer” (The Atlantic) will deliver a mix of new hits and fan favorites as he knows to choose “a pile of hits to keep a sold – out crowd singing along for 95 minutes” (The Oakland Press). Proving to be a “natural born entertainer who consistently delivers his best” (CMT) Aldean “has got this thing down pat” (UPROXX) as “he sells out stadiums and continues to bring his singles to the top of the radio charts” (Forbes). Aldean is only the second Country act in history to score four consecutive chart – toppers on the all – genre Billboard 200 albums chart with his current album Rearview Town, with six of his previous LPs having achieved Platinum certification or better. His record – breaking eighth studio album includes his current Top 5 and climbing hit “Girl Like You” along with the two back – to – back multi – week chart toppers, “You Make it Easy” and “Drowns The Whiskey.” The path paved by his wide – open sure – footed approach has defined the genre’s 21st century including more than 17 million total album sales, 21 #1 singles and countless recognition from the Grammys, ACMs, CMAs, BBMAs, People’s Choice Awards and more.
Since the release of his Platinum – certified self – titled debut album, RCA Nashville’s Kane Brown has earned gigantic hits, Platinum and multi – Platinum RIAA certifications, more than two – billion career streams and multiple award wins. His latest album, Experiment, debuted at #1 on the Billboard 200 all genre chart, making Brown the only male Country artist in more than 24 years to debut on the Billboard 200 with a sophomore album. He made history with his 12 – week #1 debut album by becoming the first artist in all of Billboard history to top all five Billboard Country charts with his debut record. Brown earned the most played song on Country radio in 2018 with his multi – week, award – winning #1 hit “Heaven.” Additionally, Brown won three AMAs making history as the Country star with the most award wins in one night for a first time nominee.
Carly Pearce defied the odds with her Gold – certified No. 1 hit “Every Little Thing,” which steered a chart – topping trifecta on SiriusXM’s The Highway, to become the highest charting solo female debut since July 2015 and one of only three to accomplish the feat in 13 years. She has since scored coveted slots on major tours, plus won CMT Music Awards “Breakthrough Video of the Year” and Radio Disney Music Awards “The Freshest! – Radio Disney Country Best New Artist,” inspiring ABC News Radio to boast: “’Every Little Thing’ points to Carly Pearce as Country’s ‘it’ girl.” Pearce is currently the only female nominated for iHeartRadio Music Awards “Best New Country Artist.” She is recording her forthcoming sophomore album on Big Machine Records and has released the lead single, “Closer to You.”
For more information, visit jasonaldean.com.
Mohegan Sun Arena is now ranked consistently among the top venues in the world according to Billboard Magazine, Pollstar and Venues Now. Mohegan Sun Arena is consistently ranked among the top three “Arenas in the World for its Size” and top 15 in the “World for All Size Venues.” The award – winning venue is the “#1 Casino Venue in the World,” “#1 Social Media Venue in the World” and a seven – time national award – winner for “Arena of the Year.” 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.
Oct 31, 2018 | Entertainment, General News
Live on Thursday, March 21st & Friday, March 22nd
UNCASVILLE, CT (October 31, 2018) – From his team members on The Voice to veteran Country artists, Blake Shelton has a history of demonstrating his support for the people in whom he believes; when he realized that fans across the country needed to hear music from his friends and heroes. He decided to bring them all out on the road, very special guest Lauren Alaina joins Shelton for the run along with special appearances by Country icons the Bellamy Brothers, John Anderson and Trace Adkins. “Friends & Heroes 2019” will stop at Mohegan Sun Arena on Thursday, March 21st and Friday, March 22nd at 7:00pm. 
Tickets are $129.00, $89.00 and $69.00 and go on sale Friday, November 9th at 10:00am through Ticketmaster. Ticketmaster customers may log on to Ticketmaster.com or call Ticketmaster’s national toll free Charge By Phone number 1.800.745.3000. Tickets will also be available at the Mohegan Sun Box Office beginning on Saturday, November 10th, subject to availability.
“I’m really excited about my tour because it’s taking where I came from and the music I listened to growing up, and actually introducing it to a whole new audience,” Shelton said. “I feel like a lot of people might know the Bellamy Brothers’ and John Anderson’s music, but maybe they’re not familiar with who they are as artists. I think that this is going to be a great opportunity for the Country music fan base to be re – introduced to these guys and, selfishly, I’m just excited to share the stage with them! It’ll be great to have Trace back out on the road with us, and I can’t wait for one of my newer friends and heroes, Lauren Alaina, to blow these crowds away.”
Fans can hear Shelton on Country radio with his Top 15 and climbing single “Turnin’ Me On.” The “smoldering, mid – tempo number about a seductive flame” (Rolling Stone) follows smash hits “I Lived It” and “I’ll Name The Dogs,” the latter of which notched him the 25th No. 1 single of his career and recently earned its RIAA Gold certification. Shelton has already taken the single to major television stages on Late Night with Seth Meyers, TODAY, the 2018 CMT Awards and more. He is also back as a coach for his 15th season on NBC’s The Voice.
ABOUT BLAKE SHELTON
Country Music Association’s 2012 “Entertainer of the Year,” five – time “Male Vocalist of the Year” winner and Grammy nominee Blake Shelton continues to add to his superstar status. His most recent album Texoma Shore became his sixth record to debut at No. 1 on the Billboard Top Country Albums chart and marked his 11th all – genre Top 10. Texoma Shore features tracks including “I Lived It” and “I’ll Name The Dogs,” a romantic tune that boasts more than 115 million streams. His current hit, “Turnin’ Me On,” is the project’s third single and was most – added upon impact at Country radio. In the week following album launch, Shelton became the first artist in Country Aircheck / Mediabase history to have six songs chart simultaneously. Texoma Shore follows 2016’s Gold – certified If I’m Honest, the best – selling Country album release of the year, which spawned three chart – topping songs and earned him a No. 1 on both the Billboard Top Country Albums and the all – genre Top Album Sales charts.
A member of the Grand Ole Opry, Shelton has earned a host of honors throughout his career including 20 ACM nominations and both the male and overall “Video of the Year” trophies at the 2018 CMT Awards. As a coach for the Emmy Award – winning television show The Voice, Shelton is a six – time champion, most recently with his contestant Chloe Kohanski.
ABOUT LAUREN ALAINA
Georgia native Lauren Alaina captured America’s hearts when she competed on Season 10 of American Idol. In 2017, Lauren followed up her No. 1 debuting first album, Wildflower, with the release of the critically – acclaimed Road Less Traveled. The album landed on multiple end – of – year “Best Of” lists including Billboard, Rolling Stone and Amazon, and it became the top – streamed female Country album release of the year. Praised as “full of life lessons and uplift” (People), the collection of 12 songs all written by the young star includes Lauren’s first No. 1 hit, title track “Road Less Traveled.” The “sassy Southerner with killer pipes” (Parade) has shared the stage with superstars including Jason Aldean, Alan Jackson, Carrie Underwood, Luke Bryan and Martina McBride. Lauren recently joined Cole Swindell and Dustin Lynch on the Reason to Drink Another Tour.
Lauren is this year’s ACM “New Female Vocalist of the Year” and performed on the April 15th broadcast live from Las Vegas. She was also nominated for ACM “Vocal Event of the Year” for “What Ifs,” the double – platinum – selling No. 1 collaboration with her childhood friend, Kane Brown. Lauren is one of CMT’s Next Women of Country and she received her first CMT Music Award for “Breakthrough Video of the Year” with her No. 1 smash “Road Less Traveled,” This year she received her second CMT Music Award for “Collaborative Video of the Year,” with Kane Brown. In 2018, Lauren was nominated for CMA “New Artist of the Year,” and is the reigning “Breakout Artist of the Year” for the Nashville Business Journal. Her current single, “Ladies of the ‘90s” is at Country radio now.
ABOUT THE BELLAMY BROTHERS
Howard and David continue to prove that the trail they’ve ridden to fame has been as unique as their music itself – music that is now celebrating more than 40 years of success. The road that started on the Pop music charts in the ‘70s, took a winding turn into Country music in the ‘80s, paving the way for duos to come, such as Brooks & Dunn, Montgomery Gentry, Big & Rich and The Judds. “If I Said You Had A Beautiful Body (Would You Hold It Against Me),” originally scrawled on a dinner napkin by David, rocketed them to the top of the Country charts the way “Let Your Love Flow,” had done in the Pop market just a few years earlier. It proved to be the first of a string of 14 No. 1 singles in the U.S. alone. The Bellamy Brothers hold the record in both the ACM and the CMA for the most duo nominations. Numerous Grammy nods have also been directed toward the brothers. The Bellamys are also opening up their lives to television audiences with their new reality show, “Honky Tonk Ranch.” Each episode captivates viewers by the unpredictable misadventures the Bellamys face while balancing their globe – trotting touring schedule, and while running their sprawling family ranch in south Florida.
ABOUT JOHN ANDERSON
The story of John Anderson is the true – to – life, yet larger – than – life, saga of one of the most dramatic career turn – arounds of the ‘90s. It’s the story of just reward for a singer who originally took Country music by storm and helped keep it true to its roots back in the early ’80s. His memorable hits from that musical era included “Wild and Blue,” “I’m Just An Old Chunk Of Coal,” “1959,” “I Just Came Home To Count The Memories,” “Black Sheep” and “Swingin’.” “Straight Tequila Night,” the lead – off single from 1992’s Seminole Wind went to number one across the board on every Country chart, and spawned another run of hits in the decade to follow such as “Money In The Bank,” “I’ve Got It Made,” “I Wish I Could Have Been There,” “Let Go Of The Stone,” “Bend It ‘Til It Breaks,” “Mississippi Moon” and “Somebody Slap Me.” John Anderson…an influence to many of today’s Country artists, a colorful character and truly a Country music treasure!
ABOUT TRACE ADKINS
Towering baritone Trace Adkins has sold more than 11 million albums and charted more than 20 singles in his 25 years in Nashville, a remarkable run for one of Country music’s most easily identifiable stars. The Louisiana native recently released his 12th studio album, Something’s Going On, on BBR Music Group / Wheelhouse Records. A three – time Grammy Award nominee, Adkins has won three Academy of Country Music Awards, including the 2009 “Single of the Year Award” for “You’re Gonna Miss This” and “Vocal Event of the Year” with Blake Shelton for “Hillbilly Bone” in 2010. The Grand Ole Opry member is also an author and spokesman for the Wounded Warrior Project and The American Red Cross, for whom he raised more than $1.5 million dollars as winner of NBC’s All – Star Celebrity Apprentice. In recent years, Adkins has performed for our service members across 12 USO Tours.
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. Mohegan Sun Arena was also ranked among the top 10 arena venues in the nation for 2014, regardless of size. In 2015, Mohegan Sun took home the IEBA award for “Casino of the Year.” Mohegan Sun also won “Casino of the Year” in 2 categories at the 2013 & 2016 Academy of Country Music Awards. 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.
Oct 8, 2018 | Entertainment
With special guests Jordan Davis & Morgan Evans; Tickets on sale Friday, October 19th
UNCASVILLE, CT (October 8, 2018) – Proving that they are not your average Country band, Old Dominion blends old – fashioned Country charm, lyrical wit and Rock ‘n ‘Roll grit into radio – friendly, hook – heavy Pop nuggets. Following a string of sold out shows and chart – scorching success, Old Dominion share a brand new single and announce their 2019 headlining arena tour, both entitled “Make It Sweet.” They’ll be joined by special guests Jordan Davis and Morgan Evans at Mohegan Sun Arena on Friday, February 8th at 7:30pm.
Tickets are $69.50, $49.50 and $39.50 and go on sale Friday, October 19th at 10:00am through Ticketmaster. Ticketmaster customers may log on to Ticketmaster.com or call Ticketmaster’s national toll free Charge By Phone number 1.800.745.3000. Tickets will also be available at the Mohegan Sun Box Office beginning on Saturday, October 20th, subject to availability.
The upbeat “Make It Sweet” unlocks the next chapter of Old Dominion. Rustling acoustic guitars and pedal steel bristle up against heartfelt verses before the hashtag – worthy handclap – driven refrain “Life is short, make it sweet” takes flight. The song culminates on a rafter – reaching guitar solo and show – stopping vocal performance.
Old Dominion consists of lead singer Matthew Ramsey, lead guitarist Brad Tursi, multi – instrumentalist Trevor Rosen, bassist Geoff Sprung, and drummer Whit Sellers. Recently releasing their highly anticipated sophomore album, Happy Endings, which debuted at #1 on the “Billboard Top Country Albums Chart” and #7 on the Top 200. Upholding an unbelievable hot streak, the album features three singles “Written In The Sand,” “No Such Thing As A Broken Heart” and “Hotel Key,” which hit #1 on Billboard Country Airplay and Mediabase charts. This achievement marks the Platinum – selling country quintet’s sixth total #1s. In addition to their ACM win, Old Dominion has also been nominated for an ACM for “Album of the Year,” as well as an American Music Award, two CMA Awards, and recently nominated for “Top Country Duo/Group Artist” at the Billboard Music Awards.
The group emerged as one of the hottest breaking bands in country music with their debut album Meat And Candy, which fused clever lyrics and an infectious sound. The album, which was certified Gold by the RIAA, included several top selling hits including “Break Up With Him” (Platinum), “Snapback” (Gold) and the anthemic “Song For Another Time,” which hit #1 the on Billboard Country Airplay and MediaBase charts. Following its release, the band was notably named ACM New Group of the Year, ACCA Breakthrough Group of the Year, AIMP Songwriter Artist of the Year and Music Row Breakthrough Artist of the Year.
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. Mohegan Sun Arena was also ranked among the top 10 arena venues in the nation for 2014, regardless of size. In 2015, Mohegan Sun took home the IEBA award for “Casino of the Year.” Mohegan Sun also won “Casino of the Year” in 2 categories at the 2013 & 2016 Academy of Country Music Awards. 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.
Oct 2, 2018 | Breaking News, Entertainment, Food & Beverage, General News, Travel & Leisure
For the first time, visitors to Mohegan Sun will be able to enjoy true “roadhouse” entertainment including live country music, mechanical bull riding, a Texas-style food menu, 30 craft beers on tap, a full bar and even line dancing. The changes 
come as part of a major expansion of Comix Mohegan Sun, which will be renamed Comix Roadhouse. The state-of-the art venue, which will officially open this winter, in Mohegan Sun’s Casino of the Earth, will present a mix of regional country bands, local performers and entertainment on the new Roadhouse stage. The club will continue to offer its popular stand-up comedy and alternative entertainment in the Comix Comedy Club section of the venue.
The menu will feature authentic Texas-style offerings such as smoked brisket, pulled pork and more with a focus on farm fresh ingredients delivered daily, along with Comix classics. Craft beers include local favorites Beer’d, Two Roads and Lawson’s as well as popular choices from across the country such as New Belgium, Stone & Elysian. Mixologists on the Comix team will be presenting special country-themed cocktail lists utilizing your favorite whiskeys and liquor along with many drink recipes new to the area.
“We are inspired by the continued strong popularity of country music and are really excited to be bring this to Mohegan Sun in a bar and restaurant concept,” said Michael Brauth, co-owner of Comix Roadhouse & Comedy Club. “We know visitors will continue to love our lineup of top-rated comedians, and we look forward to now bringing them an authentic roadhouse experience with the best live country music around, a true mechanical bull ride experience, and even line dancing. Add in our fantastic new menu, extensive craft beer offerings and our excellent cocktail program, and we truly have something for everyone.”
“Because Mohegan Sun is a major tour stop for the top Country music artists like Keith Urban, Darius Rucker, Kenny Chesney and so many others starting their careers in the Wolf Den, many then going on to play big arenas like ours, it’s such a perfect fit to welcome Comix Roadhouse, a new country attraction to our entertainment venues “, said Tom Cantone, Sr. Corp Vice President of Sports & Entertainment of Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment.
Comix Roadhouse will be open 7 days a week for your entertainment & dining enjoyment.
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