- The Last Vegas
The Last Vegas is a
Chicago based rock band with members Nate Arling (drums), Adam Arling (guitar), Chad Cherry (lead vocals), John Wator (guitar), and Anthony Rubino (bass), originating from Chicago. They have toured the world in support of their multiple albums and ever growing fan base.ound
The band seems to be attached to 70's hard rock like Aerosmith, AC/DC, and others. They borrow extensively from the bands of the 70's and have a penchant for being dramatic.
The band released their first record, "Lick 'Em and Leave 'Em" on independent distributor
Get Hip Records in 2003, which was met with critical success, allowing them to establish a cult following across Europe. From that time onward, The Last Vegas has toured persistently, releasing three more albums and headlining concerts in over 17 countries worldwide. Their newest album (self-titled) brings back memories of kids in the late 60's-early 70's jamming away in the garage or basement. Its raw and a little rough around the edges, but good none the less.
*Chosen as Spin Magazine Chief Editor's pick for best breakthrough band of SXSW 2008.
*Performed several times at the nation's largest music festival "Summerfest" in Milwaukee, WI.
*Featured entertainment at variousKyle Busch NASCAR Summer 2007 events.
*Beating out thousands of bands, The Last Vegas were the winner of the 2006RedOctane "Be a Guitar Hero" contest. Their track "Raw Dog" is featured in the video game "Guitar Hero II " which has sold in excess of 10 Million units to date.
*Musical highlight at the 2006 Extreme Sport Dewfest Tour, Portland, Oregon.
*Music featured onMTV ’s Ghole,Pimp My Ride , Cribs,FUEL TV andFearless Music .Discography
*2008 - "The Last Vegas" (self-titled)
*2007 - "High Class Trash" EP
*2006 - "Seal the Deal"
*2004 - "Lick 'Em and Leave Em"
*2004 - "You Want to Know How to Love Me/S & M"::- Split/with Bible of the Devil (Scarey Records - Italy)Image Gallery
References
*http://www.escapistmagazine.com/print/72/10
*http://www.videogamesblogger.com/2006/10/25/guitar-hero-ii-bonus-tracks-leaked.htm
*http://www.glam-metal.com/thelastvegas.html
*http://www.lowcut.dk/027_lc/interview/7.aspExternal links
*http://www.thelastvegas.com
* [http://www.rollingstone.com/artists/thelastvegas Rolling Stone]
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