Friendship reason for band’s longevity

There is nothing quite as special as an old friend, especially one you’ve known since high school.

In more than 30 years, the partnership of …

Michael McDonald performs Motown, pop, soul

Michael McDonald has plenty of material from which to perform at his live shows.

His soulful, husky voice can make a smooth transition from the …

Rodney Carrington’s calling card is lowbrow humor

Country comedian Rodney Carrington isn’t exactly what you would call highbrow.

His 2007 CD is “King of the Mountains,” and he’s not talking about the Rockies.

And …

Paul Rodriguez succeeds as actor, comic

Paul Rodriguez often is credited as being a pioneer for Latino performers.

In 1984, he had the starring role in the ABC sitcom “A.K.A. Pablo,” which …

Son’s musical tribute

Floyd Taylor honors his late father, the gospel, soul and R&B artist Johnnie Taylor, at a concert Aug. 15 at the Grand Sierra Resort and …

Steve Miller, Joe Cocker perform their classic rock songs

Steve Miller’s days as “The Joker” haven’t waned.

“I’ve never gotten tired of ‘The Joker,’” he said of his 1973 hit song to the Chicago Sun …

New Alan Jackson CD is return to country

Alan Jackson comes across as down-home as pulled pork, even though many of his songs have a serious message under their folksy veneer.

Jackson, who …

Hot August Nights: Atlantis, Peppermill, Grand Sierra

Atlantis gives out show awards, Corvettes

Four classic Corvettes will be given away Aug. 7-10 during the 5,000 Hot August Nights Celebration. Drawings for a 1972 …

Davy Jones used to being known as Monkee

Davy Jones takes the stage for a free 8:15 p.m. show Aug. 8 at the Grand Sierra Resort and Casino.

For the 62-year-old Jones, being a …

B.J. Thomas chooses uplifting songs to perform

B.J. Thomas continues to enjoy his profession. With 15 Top 40 pop hits, 10 Top 40 country hits and awards for gospel music, he seems …

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