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River Rock Casino Resort Presents Chris Isaak

FRIDAY • JULY 25

Richmond, BC – Multi-platinum singer-songwriter and two-time Grammy Award nominee, Chris Isaak began performing after graduating from college when he formed the rockabilly band Silvertone. It was then in 1985 when he released his first album, Silvertone followed two years later by Chris Isaak. His third album, Heart Shaped World was released in 1989 and spawned the single, “Wicked Game” which went on to be featured in David Lynch’s Wild at Heart. The single ended up becoming a Top 10 hit while the album sold over one million copies. He went on to release four more albums during the 90’s.

His most recent album, Beyond the Sun was released in 2011 and is a tribute to the influential sounds of Sun Records and the artists who helped shape rock & roll including Elvis Presley, Roy Orbison and Jerry Lee Lewis. Isaac has also enjoyed a successful acting career appearing in such films as Married to the Mob, The Silence of the Lambs and That Thing You Do! Additionally he starred in his own sitcom, The Chris Isaak Show which aired on Showtime for three seasons and just last month, he
guest starred on an episode of TV Land’s hit sitcom, Hot in Cleveland. Isaak and his band are currently gearing up for their summer tour across North America which will include a date at the River Rock Casino Resort on July 25, 2014.

TICKETS ON SALE THURSDAY, JUNE 5 @ 10:00 AM

DOORS 7:00 PM SHOW 8:00 PM

Tickets: Mezzanine $69.50 / Orchestra $74.50 / Golden Circle $84.50
(+ Service Charges)

Tickets available at all Ticketmaster Outlets or charge-by-phone 1-855-985-5000 or order on-line at ticketmaster.ca

For media inquiries, please contact:
Donnie Gordon – Manager, Entertainment Publicity & Promotions
TEL: (604) 247-4127 FAX: (604) 247-8587 dgordon@gcgaming.com

River Rock Casino Resort Presents Earth, Wind & Fire

FRIDAY • AUGUST 22

Richmond, BC – Having sold over 90 million albums worldwide, Earth, Wind & Fire have been laying down their signature grooves for more than four decades. It was in 1971 when music legend Maurice White founded the groundbreaking funk-rock-R&B-soul-jazz ensemble in Chicago revolutionizing a new brand of pop that would transcend genres, cultures and audiences. Their hits include “Shining Star”, “That’s The Way Of The World”, “September”, “Boogie Wonderland”, “After The Love Has Gone” and “Let’s Groove”.

Led by Philip Bailey’s trademark falsetto voice, electrifying instrumentation and arrangements are the band’s signature hallmarks. Amassing six Grammy Awards over the span of their career along with numerous other accolades including the prestigious Soul Train Legend Award, they have also been inducted into the Rock & Rock Hall of Fame and the Songwriters Hall of Fame. Their most recent album, Now, Then & Forever was released just last year and features the singles, “Guiding Lights” and “My Promise”. The iconic Earth, Wind & Fire will be performing for one night only at the River Rock Casino Resort on August 22, 2014.

TICKETS ON SALE THURSDAY, MAY 22 @ 10:00 AM

DOORS 7:00 PM SHOW 8:00 PM

Tickets: Mezzanine $89.50 / Orchestra $99.50 / Golden Circle $129.50
(+ Service Charges)

Tickets available at all Ticketmaster Outlets or charge-by-phone 1-855-985-5000 or order on-line at ticketmaster.ca

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For media inquiries, please contact:
Donnie Gordon – Manager, Entertainment Publicity & Promotions
TEL: (604) 247-4127 FAX: (604) 247-8587 dgordon@gcgaming.com

Inaugural ‘Rock The Mic’ Competition To Be Held This Summer At Hard Rock Casino Vancouver

COQUITLAM, BC (May 16, 2014) – Hard Rock Casino Vancouver is putting an official call out to all rock stars as auditions for the first-ever Rock The Mic competition begin next month. Rock The Mic is a summer-long battle of the bands which will aim to crown “the best of the best” live on the stage of the Hard Rock Casino Vancouver.

All events are free and open to the public 19+ starting with auditions on June 14 & 15 in the Theatre. Preliminaries take place in Asylum every Thursday from June 19 to August 21. Semi-Finals take place on August 28 and September 4 while the Finals will be held on September 11.

The 13-week competition will begin with sixty artists – solo, duo and group – with the field being narrowed down each week to five finalists. The Top Five will then meet in the final battle to crown the King of the Stage.

Prizes include over $7000 in cash and a confirmed one-year contract to play at the Hard Rock Casino
Vancouver.

For more information and to register, go to HardRockCasinoVancouver.com/rock-the-mic.

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About Hard Rock Casino Vancouver:
Hard Rock Casino Vancouver is situated in the thriving City of Coquitlam, British Columbia in Metro Vancouver and is home to unparalleled entertainment, dining and gaming offerings. With an 80,000 square foot casino floor, Hard Rock Casino Vancouver offers more than 950 interactive slot machines and popular table games such as blackjack, roulette, baccarat, poker, pai gow, craps, VIP high limit salons and others. With multiple performance spaces including a state-of-the-art 1,100 seat theatre, Hard Rock Casino Vancouver boasts the best in music, comedy, performance arts as well as local artists making their mark in the entertainment world. To complement the gaming and entertainment experience, Hard Rock Casino Vancouver serves a variety of culinary options and is home to chefs that dish up unique and flavourful fare in a modern atmosphere. Whether looking to indulge in breakfast, small bites before a concert or enjoy the bar scene with a drink in hand, the Hard Rock Casino Vancouver has something for everyone. For the latest news and events, follow Hard Rock Casino Vancouver on Facebook facebook.com/HardRockCasinoVancouver and Twitter twitter.comHardRockCasinoV.

The Hard Rock Casino Vancouver is owned and operated by Great Canadian Gaming Corporation under license from HRHH IP, LLC (“HRHH”), an affiliate of Brookfield Property Partners. The Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas is the flagship property owned by an affiliate of HRHH.

MEDIA CONTACT:
Donnie Gordon
Manager, Entertainment Publicity
Great Canadian Gaming Corporation
604.247.4127 dgordon@gcgaming.com

RIVER ROCK CASINO RESORT PRESENTS GUITAR GODS FEATURING YNGWIE MALMSTEEN WITH SPECIAL GUESTS

SATURDAY • JUNE 28

Richmond, BC – Iconic axeman Yngwie Malmsteen will be joining forces this summer with fellow guitar virtuosos Uli Jon Roth, Gary Hoey and Ron “Bumblefoot” Thal for the first-ever Guitar Gods festival tour. Hailed by TIME Magazine as one of the “10 Greatest Electric Guitar Players of All Time”, Malmsteen will headline the tour. “Fans can expect the unexpected,” he said. “I raise the bar with every performance I do and this tour will be no exception.”

Roth will be bringing the 40th anniversary Scorpions set that he’s been playing to audiences from Europe to North America digging deep into their catalogue while Hoey will perform his hits including “Hocus Pocus”. Bumblefoot – who has been Guns N’ Roses’ lead guitarist since 2006 – will be thrilling fans with songs from his entire critically praised recorded history.

The Guitar Gods tour will include a date at the River Rock Casino Resort on June 28, 2014.

TICKETS ON SALE FRIDAY, MAY 16 @ 10:00 AM
DOORS 6:00 PM SHOW 7:00 PM Tickets:
General Admission $34.50 / Reserved Balcony with Floor Access $44.50
(+ Service Charges)

Tickets available at all Ticketmaster Outlets or charge-by-phone 1-855-985-5000 or order on-line at ticketmaster.ca

For media inquiries, please contact:
Donnie Gordon – Manager, Entertainment Publicity & Promotions
TEL: (604) 247-4127 FAX: (604) 247-8587 dgordon@gcgaming.com

RIVER ROCK CASINO RESORT PRESENTS SALT-N-PEPA FEATURING SHOCK G OF DIGITAL UNDERGROUND

SATURDAY • JUNE 21

Richmond, BC – Paving the way for women in hip-hop, Salt-N-Pepa – Cheryl James (“Salt”) and Sandra Denton (“Pepa”) – have sold over fifteen million albums worldwide. It was in 1986 when they released their debut album, Hot, Cool & Vicious which spawned the chart-topping single, “Push It”. The group went on to record several hits throughout the late 80’s and 90’s including “Let’s Talk About Sex”, “Shoop” and “Whatta Man”.

After receiving three Grammy nominations for “Best R&B Performance by a Duo or Group”, they earned a Grammy Award for their 1995 single, “None of Your Business”. In 2007, they starred in the reality television series, The Salt-N-Pepa Show which aired on VH1. Salt-N-Pepa still enjoy performing to sold-out audiences and will be appearing along with special guest Shock G of Digital Underground at the River Rock Casino Resort on June 21, 2014.

TICKETS ON SALE THURSDAY, MAY 15 @ 10:00 AM

DOORS 7:00 PM SHOW 8:00 PM

Tickets:
General Admission $49.50 / Reserved Balcony with Floor Access $59.50
(+ Service Charges)

Tickets available at all Ticketmaster Outlets or charge-by-phone 1-855-985-5000 or order on-line at ticketmaster.ca

For media inquiries, please contact:
Donnie Gordon – Manager, Entertainment Publicity & Promotions
TEL: (604) 247-4127 FAX: (604) 247-8587 dgordon@gcgaming.com

RIVER ROCK CASINO RESORT PRESENTS ENGELBERT HUMPERDINCK

SEPTEMBER 12 & 13, 2014

Richmond, BC – It was over four decades ago that Engelbert Humperdinck – music’s “King of Romance” – emerged as one of the foremost entertainers in the world. Once called “the premiere voice of the 20th century” by The London Times, the multiple Grammy nominee with his ultra-smooth three-and-one-half octave range and natural charisma has sold over 150 million records worldwide including sixty-four Gold albums and twenty-four Platinum albums. His popularity continues to cross every generation and gender while his fan club remains one of the largest in the world with over 250 chapters.

Engelbert first hit the charts with his smash hit, “Release Me” in 1967. He went on to record numerous hits including “After the Lovin’”, “Winter World Of Love”, “Am I That Easy To Forget”, “The Last Waltz”, “There Goes My Everything”, “Les Bicyclettes De Belsize”, “This Moment In Time”, “Til You and Your Lover Are Lovers Again” and “A Man Without Love”. His most recent album, Engelbert Calling was just released in March and features duets with a “wish list” of artists he wanted to work with including Elton John, Willie Nelson, Olivia Newton-John, Smokey Robinson and Gene Simmons. The legendary Engelbert Humperdinck will be performing for two shows at the River Rock Casino Resort on September 12 & 13, 2014.

TICKETS ON SALE THURSDAY, MAY 8 @ 10:00 AM

DOORS 7:00 PM SHOW 8:00 PM

Tickets: Orchestra $74.50 / Golden Circle $84.50 (+ Service Charges)

Tickets available at all Ticketmaster Outlets or charge-by-phone 1-855-985-5000 or order on-line at ticketmaster.ca

Slash To Bring His Guitar-Slinging Chops To Hard Rock Casino Vancouver

COQUITLAM, BC (May 5, 2014) – Grammy-winning guitarist-songwriter Slash and his bandmates Myles Kennedy and The Conspirators will be rocking the house at the Hard Rock Casino Vancouver on Friday, August 15, 2014.

Slash – who has amassed album sales of over 100 million – is famous for creating the signature sounds and guitar riffs on Gun N’ Roses’ #1 hits, “Sweet Child o’ Mine” and “Welcome to the Jungle”. TIME Magazine ranked him #2 – just behind Jimi Hendrix – on their “10 Greatest Electric Guitar Players of All Time” list.

It was in 2010 when he landed on top of the charts with his self-titled debut album followed by his 2012 album, Apocalyptic Love which earned him his first-ever #1 solo hits, “You’re A Lie” and “Standing in the Sun”. The third single, “Anastasia” reached the Top 5 on Billboard’s Mainstream Rock chart while the album skyrocketed to #4 on the Billboard 200 albums chart. Currently Slash and the band are in the studio at work on a new album set for release in September.

Tickets go on sale on Friday, May 9 at 10 am and are $79.50 (plus service charges) – General Admission. For more information and to purchase tickets, go to HardRockCasinoVancouver.com.

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About Hard Rock Casino Vancouver:
Hard Rock Casino Vancouver is situated in the thriving City of Coquitlam, British Columbia in Metro Vancouver and is home to unparalleled entertainment, dining and gaming offerings. With an 80,000 square foot casino floor, Hard Rock Casino Vancouver offers more than 950 interactive slot machines and popular table games such as blackjack, roulette, baccarat, poker, pai gow, craps, VIP high limit salons and others. With multiple performance spaces including a state-of-the-art 1,100 seat theatre, Hard Rock Casino Vancouver boasts the best in music, comedy, performance arts as well as local artists making their mark in the entertainment world. To complement the gaming and entertainment experience, Hard Rock Casino Vancouver serves a variety of culinary options and is home to chefs that dish up unique and flavourful fare in a modern atmosphere. Whether looking to indulge in breakfast, small bites before a concert or enjoy the bar scene with a drink in hand, the Hard Rock Casino Vancouver has something for everyone. For the latest news and events, follow Hard Rock Casino Vancouver on Facebook facebook.com/HardRockCasinoVancouver and Twitter twitter.comHardRockCasinoV.

The Hard Rock Casino Vancouver is owned and operated by Great Canadian Gaming Corporation under license from HRHH IP, LLC (“HRHH”), an affiliate of Brookfield Property Partners. The Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas is the flagship property owned by an affiliate of HRHH.

MEDIA CONTACT:
Donnie Gordon
Manager, Entertainment Publicity
Great Canadian Gaming Corporation
604.247.4127 dgordon@gcgaming.com

RIVER ROCK CASINO RESORT PRESENTS THE HOLD STEADY

Richmond, BC – Formed in Brooklyn, New York after the break-up of frontman Craig Finn and guitarist Tad Kubler’s former band, Lifter Puller, indie rock band The Hold Steady released their debut album, Almost Killed Me in 2004. While the album did not receive a lot of airplay, it was praised by critics for Finn’s incisive lyrics. The following year, they released their next album, Separation Sunday on Frenchkiss Records with critics hailing the group as one of indie rock’s most promising young bands. They came to prominence in 2006 after their third album, Boys and Girls in America was released on the higher-profile indie label, Vagrant and featured the singles, “Stuck Between Stations” and “Chillout Tent” which was ranked #33 on Rolling Stone’s list of “The 100 Best Songs Of 2006”.

The band’s 2008 album, Stay Positive – which featured the singles, “Sequestered in Memphis” and “Constructive Summer” – became their first album to reach the Billboard 200. They went on to release a live album, A Positive Rage in 2009 and their fifth studio album, Heaven Is Whenever in 2010. After a brief hiatus in 2012, the group returned to the studio that summer to record the track, “The Bear and the
Maiden Fair” for the Game of Thrones: Season 3 soundtrack which was also released as a limited edition single. Last month, they released their sixth studio album, Teeth Dreams which features the single, “I
Hope This Whole Thing Didn’t Frighten You”. Today’s line-up consists of Finn, Kubler, drummer Bobby Drake, bassist Galen Polivka and guitarist Steve Selvidge. Currently The Hold Steady is gearing up for their summer tour across North America which will include a one-night performance at the River Rock Casino Resort on Saturday, July 19, 2014.

TICKETS ON SALE FRIDAY, MAY 2 @ 10:00 AM

DOORS 7:00 PM SHOW 8:00 PM

Tickets: Orchestra $29.50 & Golden Circle $39.50 (+ Service Charges)

Tickets available at all Ticketmaster Outlets or charge-by-phone 1-855-985-5000 or order on-line at ticketmaster.ca

For media inquiries, please contact:
Donnie Gordon – Manager, Entertainment Publicity & Promotions
TEL: (604) 247-4127 FAX: (604) 247-8587 dgordon@gcgaming.com

‘The Price Is Right Live’ Spins Its Way To Hard Rock Casino Vancouver

COQUITLAM, BC (April 22, 2014) – The Price Is Right Live is coming to the Hard Rock Casino Vancouver on July 17, 18, 19 & 20, 2014 for four evening shows along with two matinee shows on July 19 & 20, 2014.

Having premiered at Harrah’s Reno in 2003, The Price Is Right Live has been playing to sold-out audiences across North America and has given away more than 10 million dollars in cash and prizes. Audience members will have the chance to “Come On Down” to win appliances, vacations and even new cars by playing the classic games from television’s longest-running and most popular game show, The Price Is Right which earlier this month celebrated its 8000th episode on CBS.

The Price Is Right Live is produced by FremantleMedia North America and licensed by FremantleMedia
International.

Tickets go on sale on Thursday, April 24 at 10 am and are $29.50 (plus service charges). For more information and to purchase tickets, go to HardRockCasinoVancouver.com.

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About Hard Rock Casino Vancouver:
Hard Rock Casino Vancouver is situated in the thriving City of Coquitlam, British Columbia in Metro
Vancouver and is home to unparalleled entertainment, dining and gaming offerings. With an 80,000 square foot casino floor, Hard Rock Casino Vancouver offers more than 950 interactive slot machines and popular table games such as blackjack, roulette, baccarat, poker, pai gow, craps, VIP high limit salons and others. With multiple performance spaces including a state-of-the-art 1,100 seat theatre, Hard Rock Casino Vancouver boasts the best in music, comedy, performance arts as well as local artists making their mark in the entertainment world. To complement the gaming and entertainment experience, Hard Rock Casino Vancouver serves a variety of culinary options and is home to chefs that dish up unique and flavourful fare in a modern atmosphere. Whether looking to indulge in breakfast, small bites before a concert or enjoy the bar scene with a drink in hand, the Hard Rock Casino Vancouver has something for everyone. For the latest news and events, follow Hard Rock Casino Vancouver on Facebook facebook.com/HardRockCasinoVancouver and Twitter twitter.comHardRockCasinoV.

The Hard Rock Casino Vancouver is owned and operated by Great Canadian Gaming Corporation under license from HRHH IP, LLC (“HRHH”), an affiliate of Brookfield Property Partners. The Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas is the flagship property owned by an affiliate of HRHH.

MEDIA CONTACT:
Donnie Gordon
Manager, Entertainment Publicity
Great Canadian Gaming Corporation
604.247.4127 dgordon@gcgaming.com

RIVER ROCK CASINO RESORT PRESENTS THE PRICE IS RIGHT LIVE

JULY 4, 5, 10, 11 & 12 – 8:00 PM
JULY 5, 6, 12 & 13 – 2:00 PM Matinee

Richmond, BC – The Price Is Right Live is returning to the River Rock Casino Resort this summer! The live stage version of the iconic TV game show gives audience members the opportunity to win prizes including appliances, vacations and even new cars by playing the classic games from The Price Is Right which is now in its 42nd season on CBS.

From Plinko to Cliffhangers to the Big Wheel to ultimately the Showcase Showdown, everyone will have the chance to make the legendary descent from their seats to the stage. If you enjoy the rush of emotions experienced while watching the television show, just imagine the thrill if you were to hear YOUR name called to “Come On Down”!

The Price Is Right Live is produced by FremantleMedia North America and licensed by FremantleMedia
International.

TICKETS ON SALE THURSDAY, APRIL 24 @ 10:00 AM

Tickets: $29.50 (+ Service Charges)

Tickets available at all Ticketmaster Outlets or charge-by-phone 1-855-985-5000 or order on-line at ticketmaster.ca

Ages 19 & over

For media inquiries, please contact: Donnie Gordon – Manager, Entertainment Publicity
TEL: (604) 247-4127 FAX: (604) 247-8587 dgordon@gcgaming.com