Dec 13, 2022 | Entertainment, General News
Bosse wins $5,000 and will headline a future show at the Wolf Den
A panel of celebrity judges named Nick Bosse from North Stonington, Connecticut, the Locals Live 2022 Champion after the finals on Wednesday, December 7th at Mohegan Sun’s Wolf Den. As part of the grand prize, Bosse won $5,000 and will headline a future show at the Wolf Den. Mad Mesa from Griswold, Connecticut, won $1,000 as runners-up.
Nick Bosse, Mad Mesa, and third-place band Hawkns from Milford, Connecticut, 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. Bosse, Mad Mesa, and Hawkns advanced to the Finals after winning their respective first-round battles.
The crowd was full and jovial on Wednesday night for the finals and guests were encouraged to dance to their favorite bands for crowd participation points. The final decision from the judges was based on musical presentation, stage presence, response from audience, and originality.
Bosse performed alongside his band The Northern Roots and had a large group of fans show up with signs and t-shirts who danced and kept the energy going throughout his set.
“I think every musician who participated in the 2022 Locals Live competition is eager for any opportunity to play at the Wolf Den because it is known as a professional venue within the music industry,” Bosse said. “We were there to showcase our love of Country music, share that passion with a live audience, and continue to promote/build the music community here in Connecticut. Winning was a great bonus and thrill for not only me and The Northern Roots, but especially for our followers THE BOSSE POSSE who have supported us for years. They 100% shared and continue to celebrate alongside us!”
Nick Bosse is an independent Nashville recording artist with 10 years in the music industry. His Country music vocals are backed by a power-house band of musicians from Connecticut and Rhode Island: The Northern Roots. Nick’s songwriting and music stylings are influenced by Country, Southern Rock, and Bluegrass legends, which he projects in every live performance. Since its release in January 2021, his popular single “What Happened to Country” has reached more than 1 million streams globally.
The panel of guest judges were Will Evans, songwriter and frontman for the New England-based Roots-Rock outfit Barefoot Truth; Derrick Williams, Director of Diversity Equity and Inclusion at Mohegan Sun; Bryan Howard, a nationally acclaimed touring musician; and Cara Brindisi, a Season 22 contestant on The Voice. Evans and Brindisi gave their own performances ahead of the finals competition on Wednesday night. Brindisi will return to Mohegan Sun for The Snow Globe Tour at 8:00pm on Saturday, December 17th, at novelle. Tickets are on sale now.
View a full gallery of Nick Bosse at Locals Live here.
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!
For more information on all things Mohegan Sun, call 1.888.226.7711 or visit mohegansun.com. Connect with us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter and Instagram @mohegansun, view us on YouTube and find us on Snapchat at username MoheganSun.
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Aug 20, 2018 | Breaking News, Entertainment, General News, Special Events
Located in Mohegan Sun’s Wolf Den
WHAT: Do you have big dreams of performing in an award – winning venue where acts like Luke Bryan, Barenaked Ladies and Pentatonix have taken the stage? Turn that dream into a rockin’ reality when Mohegan Sun and Hall Communications present Locals Live 2018 inside the Wolf Den! You could be chosen to perform live at Mohegan Sun for the grand prize of $5,000 cash!
WHEN/ WHERE: Every Wednesday from November 7th to December 12th (excluding November 21st) from 8:00pm to 10:00pm in the Wolf Den. The finals will take place on Wednesday, December 12th where the top four bands will compete for the Grand Prize.
IN DETAIL: Mohegan Sun & Hall Communications are back hosting another exciting 5 – week contest, where 16 local bands and musicians, four per week, will compete live at the Wolf Den. The four bands/musicians that receive the most overall votes from the audience will compete in the finals on December 12th in front of expert judges to vie for the $5,000 grand prize, second place receives $1,000. Come out and vote for your favorite!
Enjoy $3.00 Bud & Bud Light specials and text to vote for your favorite! The voting period for each act is open on the night of their performances from the hours of 8:00pm – 11:59pm. Voters can text in their vote up to a maximum of 5 times. The top four bands from each night with the highest votes will perform on December 12th.
Simply click here for rules and to submit your demo video!
To view the Wolf Den calendar, visit mohegansun.com/wolfden.
Deadline to Enter: Monday, September 17th
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN: Owned by Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment, 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 three unique casinos, 1,600 deluxe hotel rooms, 2 world-class spas, a golf course, over 90 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 Instagram @mohegansun, view us on YouTube and find us on Snapchat at username MoheganSun.
Aug 14, 2017 | Entertainment, Special Events
WHAT: Local bands and musicians are given the opportunity to win some cash and play the same award-winning venue that has hosted the likes of Eddie Money, Cassadee Pope and Vertical Horizon beginning Wednesday, October 25th. Here is their chance to turn a dream into a reality with Mohegan Sun and Hall Communications Locals Live 2017!
WHEN/ WHERE: Wednesday, October 25th – Wednesday, November 29th
(Every Wednesday except November 22nd)
8:00pm to 11:00pm in the Wolf Den
IN DETAIL: Mohegan Sun & Hall Communications are back hosting another exciting 5-week contest every Wednesday from October 25th – November 29th (excluding November 22nd) from 8:00pm – 11:00pm, where 16 local bands and musicians, four per week, will compete live at the Wolf Den. The four bands/musicians that receive the most overall votes from the audience will compete in the finals on November 29th in front of expert judges to vie for the $5,000 grand prize. Second place receives $1,000.
Come out, enjoy $3.00 Bud & Bud Light specials and text to vote for your favorite! The voting period for each act is open on the night of their performances from the hours of 8:00pm – 11:59pm. Voters can text in their vote up to a maximum of 5 times.
Simply click here for rules and to submit your demo video.
Deadline to Enter: Tuesday, September 12th
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN:
Owned by Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment, 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 three unique casinos, 1,600 deluxe hotel rooms, 2 world-class spas, a golf course, over 90 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 Instagram @mohegansun, view us on YouTube and find us on Snapchat at username MoheganSun.
Aug 15, 2016 | Entertainment, Special Events
WHAT:
Are you a local band or musician looking to play at an award-winning venue? Here’s your chance to perform on the same stage as legendary act, John Cafferty & The Beaver Brown Band, the latest chart topper Andy Grammer and throwback faves Salt-n-Pepa when Mohegan Sun and Hall Communications team up again for Locals Live 2016 inside the Wolf Den! Grand prize winner also receives $5,000 cash!
WHEN/WHERE:
Wednesday, October 26th – Wednesday, November 30th
(every Wednesday except November 23rd)
Wolf Den
IN DETAIL:
Mohegan Sun & Hall Communications are back hosting another exciting 5-week contest every Wednesday from October 26th – November 30th (excluding November 23rd) from 8:00pm-11:00pm, where 16 local bands and musicians, 4 per week, will compete live at the Wolf Den. The 4 bands/musicians that receive the most overall votes from the audience will compete in the finals on November 30th in front of expert judges to vie for the $5,000 grand prize. 2nd place receives $1,000.
Come out, enjoy $3.00 Bud & Bud Light specials and text to vote for your favorite! The voting period for each act is open on the night of their performance from the hours of 8:00pm-11:59pm. Voters can text in their vote up to a maximum of 5 times.
Simply click here for rules and to submit your demo video!
Deadline to Enter: Monday, September 12th
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN:
Owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, 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 three unique casinos, a 34-story, 1,200 room luxury hotel, a world-class spa and golf course, over 85 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.com/mohegansun, follow us ontwitter.com/mohegansun, Instagram @mohegansun, view us on youtube.com/mohegansunvideos and find us on Snapchat at username MoheganSun.
Sep 4, 2014 | Entertainment, General News, Special Events
Mohegan Sun is once again in search for great local talent with Locals Live; A $5,000 first place prize up for grabs
WHAT: Local Bands and musicians looking to win some cash and play the same award-winning Wolf Den that has hosted the likes of Dustin Lynch, Lady Antebellum, Dierks Bentlley, Eddie Money and plenty more, here is their chance with Mohegan Sun and Hall Communications Locals Live 2014!
WHEN/ WHERE:
Submissions:
Now through October 5th
Contest performances:
Every Tuesday from October 7th – December 16th (excluding December 9th) from 8:00pm – 11:00pm
Wolf Den
IN DETAIL: The 5-week contest (final 4 bands compete the week before Christmas) will place some great local bands and musicians on center stage at the Wolf Den at Mohegan Sun. The grand prize is $5,000 and the runner-up will be awarded $1,000. The contest will feature 4 weeks of submissions now through Sunday, October 5th.
Hall Communications will be taking band/artist demo videos at this link. Mohegan Sun and Hall Communications will then select bands/musicians (18 to perform, 2 alternates) to perform live in the Wolf Den starting October 7th and running every Tuesday, excluding December 9th, from 8:00pm – 11:00pm.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN: Owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, Mohegan Sun is one of the largest, most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming, shopping and dining destinations in the United States. Situated on 185 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 Connect with us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter, like on Pinterest and view us on YouTube.