Jerry Fink

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Steve Holy finds spiritual relief in his music: Thursday, Dec. 3, 2009; With that name, perhaps Steve Holy should have been a priest. After all, his grandparents were Joseph and Mary Holy.
Jazz artist James goes for sexy in latest CD: Thursday, Dec. 3, 2009; He’s an award-winning jazz saxophonist with several gold records under his belt, but Boney James doesn’t consider himself a jazz musician.
Raphael keeps pace on Willie Nelson tour: Thursday, Dec. 3, 2009; Harmonica player Mickey Raphael was performing with a folk singer when he was introduced to his current employer, Willie Nelson, by the legendary University of Texas football coach Darrell Royal in 1973.
Comedian Bill Engvall switches subjects from raising family to getting older: Tuesday, Dec. 1, 2009; Aging may depress some people, but comedian Bill Engvall has found the humor in the process — and a way to make a buck or two from it.
Some country acts price themselves out of Vegas, even for rodeo week: Monday, Nov. 30, 2009; Metallica, Megadeth and Ice Cube don’t exactly bring to mind images of bucking broncos, steer wrestling and wild-bull riding.
Bill Cosby back in Vegas with Jell-O-ness, and mellowness: Friday, Nov. 27, 2009; Three months ago Bill Cosby performed in Las Vegas for the first time in years, headlining at Treasure Island. He returns for an encore tonight. It may be the last time fans have a chance to see America’s uncrowned raconteur laureate on a Las Vegas stage for a while.
Jazz man’s DVD keeps rich scene alive — in memory: Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2009; Elvis’ final performance in Las Vegas took place at the Hilton on Dec. 12, 1976. One of the songs in the last show was “American Trilogy,” which included a flute solo by legendary Las Vegas saxophonist Jimmy Mulidore, who also is pretty good on the clarinet. “I am truly blessed,” says Mulidore, who moved to Vegas in 1957.
Showman, 80, staying busy, missing Stupak: Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2009; Pushing 80, entertainer Steve Rossi doesn’t seem to slow down. The longtime Las Vegas resident, and former straight man for Marty Allen, just wrapped up a co-starring role in the off-Broadway musical comedy “Don’t Leave it All to Your Children.” The show debuted in New York in May and is still running, with a new cast. Rossi says he left for other projects, including a number of corporate gigs.
Trumpeter back in jazz scene after injury to lip: Monday, Nov. 23, 2009; Jazz trumpeter James Barela was on a roll until he blew out his lip.
Neck surgery won’t stop Worley from entertaining: Thursday, Nov. 19, 2009; To hear country star Darryl Worley tell it, there was nothing to it.

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Blog Entries

Canadian folk singers stopped at border, can't perform in Las Vegas: Thursday, March 26, 2009; Fearing an attack on the United States by a troupe of Canadian folk singers, Homeland Security won’t allow The Buccaneers to cross the border to perform at a house concert in Las Vegas this weekend.
Jewish performers set benefit: Wednesday, March 4, 2009; Performing artists from the Las Vegas Jewish community will showcase their singing, dancing, comedy and magic talents later this month.
Elite jazz quartet to perform Sunday: Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2009; For less than the price of a CD jazz fans can hear live music performed by a quartet of elite Las Vegas musicians this weekend.
Cash Farrar back in Las Vegas: Thursday, Feb. 12, 2009; Saxophonist Cash Farrar, whose roots go back to San Francisco’s Haight-Ashbury District, is back in Vegas after a long hiatus.
On Cavemen and Jersey Boys: Tuesday, Nov. 25, 2008; "Defending the Caveman," starring Kevin Burke, is moving from the Golden
Nugget to the Excalibur for a limited engagement Dec. 15 through Jan. 11.
Trombones featured at UNLV concert: Thursday, Oct. 30, 2008
Ira Aldridge Theatre Company presents 'The Amen Corner': Monday, Oct. 20, 2008
Drummer's daughter talks about the return of the Buddy Rich Memorial Concert: Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2008
"Point Break Live!" wipes out in Vegas: Thursday, Oct. 9, 2008
Smokin' Joe Kubek, Bnois King at Green Valley Ranch tonight: Thursday, Oct. 9, 2008