Month: March 2016

ROCK AND ROLL MARATHON SERIES

March 30, 2016 — Leave a comment

For all of us who know, Rock and Roll we as well know that it is one of the most popular genres of music in the world. This popularity contributed to the idea of the Rock and Roll Marathon Series. Rock and Roll Marathon series is an event that puts together traveling, entertainment (mainly music), and running. This Rock and Roll event are open for those willing to participate in the series and those who are just present to watch.

Rock and Roll Marathon Series first took place in San Diego, CA back in 1998. Over the years, it has become a significant event that takes place in around 30 cities every year. Rock and Roll series is the largest running series in the world. The series has about 500000 people involved in it every year, and it attracts more and more each year. Some of the cities the rock and roll marathon series passes through include Washington DC, Chicago, Las Vegas, Nashville, and Mexico City.

Rock and Roll Marathon series is comprised of live bands, cheering groups, and volunteers. The morale and general atmosphere during the series are high and excited as people attend to have a very good time. After the race, there is a festival where all are welcome. You can have fun with your friends and family at the live concert that takes place at the festival. It may sound like an event that is all about running, but it is mainly about music. Big names in the rock and roll industry are always present to put on thrilling performances for the fans.

Several running activities occur during the rock and roll marathon series where there is a range of different distance races participants can choose from. Medals are given to the participants who achieve certain levels or win races. Awards are important because they give you a feeling of satisfaction, fulfillment, and truly earning something. A challenge medal is presented to participants who join the two days of running activity, and heavy medals are given to participants who join the tour to multiple cities.

Rock and Roll Marathon series is about the small moments and memories gained from the experience. It is about bringing people together to participate in the series together. Rock and roll series is there to motivate you to accomplish the personal goals you have set for yourself. For those who love running and racing this is the event for you. On the other hand, for those who prefer not to run, the rock and roll marathon series ensures you have a good time spectating and being entertained. In Las Vegas, there is a ‘strip at night’ run at night. This is one of the interesting activities that happen during the marathon series.

The rock and roll website has information about the marathon series. Information is provided there to help you find a race that is convenient for you. Besides, participants of the Rock and Roll Marathon series are given access to the Rock and Roll series radio. It is a 24-hour station that was developed for Rock and Roll series runners where you can listen to Rock and Roll music. Rock and Roll marathon series radio is available on your device whether it’s your phone or laptop. The station is available everywhere you go as you travel through the cities. Rock and Roll marathon series guarantee a pleasant experience. Traveling to great cities, great music, and entertainment along the way and you get to meet new people and even foster new friendships.

HISTORY OF ROCK & ROLL IN LAS VEGAS

March 29, 2016 — Leave a comment

Las Vegas has quite a history behind it as far as rock and roll is concerned. The Las Vegas scene began to change back in the 1960s. Rock and Rock became popular back in the early 1960s. las Vegas has seen its share of Rock performers over the years.

Las Vegas has held live shows for over 60 years. Recognizable Rock stars that have performed in Las Vegas include the Doors, Jimi Hendrix, Rolling Stones, the Eagles, ACDC, Van Halen, and many more.

back in the 1960’s Las Vegas saw its share of famous faces. Janis Joplin, the Beatles, and Alice Cooper all performed in Las Vegas back at a time when Rock and Roll were considered something new and a bit out of the ordinary. People would come from all over in those days just to get a little taste of this new music called Rock. No one knew at that time how huge Rock & Roll would eventually become.

The Tropicana in Las Vegas has hosted spectacular Rock and Roll events over the past few years. In 2015 famous Rock Stars performed at the Tropicana in Las Vegas. Speedwagon Guitarist Dave Amato, performed at the Tropicana throughout February 2016. Dave Amato drew large crowds at the Tropicana last month. Amato was the lead guitarist for REO Speedwagon.

This live “Rock & Roll” concert experience has turned Las Vegas into a Rock haven for many of people. This extraordinary concert experience with some of the most famous Rock stars is made possible through the use of video, light shows, professional dancers, trained actors as well as High-Quality BOSE.

The Vegas light shows bring so much to life for visitors. The light shoe along with the video and the extraordinary dancers make the Vegas experience all the more special. Real historical footage from the past 45 years helps to bring the Rock experience to a whole new dimension. The footage makes you feel as if you a living a piece of history all over again. The well put together footage takes you back to a period that covers 1960-1990.

From time to time guest artists also have joined the show. Artists include Bobby Kimball, Mickey Thomas, Joe Lynn Turner, Lou Graham as well as Jon Anderson. Anderson and Graham were a part of the group Foreigner.

The Las Vegas Sun Times ran several articles about the fascinating entertainment being offered especially at the “New Tropicana” in the heart of downtown Las Vegas. Rave reviews have certainly helped businesses along the Vegas strip.

Raiding the Rock Vault in Las Vegas has featured such names as Stephanie Calvert (Starship), Howard Leese (Bad Company), Robin Mc Auley (Survivor), Rowan Robertson, and many more. Paul Shortino and Michael T Ross are also part of the Rock experience in Las Vegas. Paul Shortino and Michael T. Ross received several standing ovations during their appearance in Las Vegas.

Doug Aldrich also raided the famous Vegas Rock Vault back in August of 2015. Traci Guns also performed at the “New Tropicana” in Vegas. Tickets for this exceptional Classic Rock Concert Experience were mainly purchased online.

Helpful show reviews are also available online for anyone considering attending the Class Rock Concert Experience in Las Vegas. All concert and show information is available with specific dates and times. Vegas is helping people create the perfect memory with the spectacular Rock shows as well as some of the original Rock stars themselves making an occasional live appearance.