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ECLIPSE AT NIGHT
–THE WEEKLY CONCERT SERIES AND VEGAS’ FIRST OUTDOOR POOL PARTY AT NIGHT–
AT MANDALAY BAY RESORT AND CASINO
ANNOUNCES HOOK N SLING WITH SPECIAL GUEST PUSHA T
SUNDAY, JULY 20
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WHAT:
The Light Group–one of the country’s leading hospitality development and management companies–has announced ECLIPSE at Night (the weekly concert series and Vegas’ first outdoor pool party at night) at Mandalay Bay will host Hook N Sling with special guest Pusha T on Sunday, July 20.
WHO:
Virginia-based rapper Pusha T, born Terrence Thornton, came to fame during his lengthy run with his brother Gene “No Malice” Thornton in the acclaimed duo Clipse. With the help from producer Pharrell Williams, the duo released four albums including their sophomore album Lord Willin in 2002 which is considered a Hip-hop classic. Kanye West saw a lot of potential in Pusha T and signed him to his G.O.O.D Music label in 2010 with his first ever solo project, the mixtpate titled Fear of God II: Let Us Pray. While finishing his second solo album, Pusha T collaborated with his labelmates and top notch featured guest like Jay-Z for star-studded album Cruel Summer released in 2012. His duet with Kanye, Big Sean and 2 Chainz in “Mercy” earned him two Grammy nods for “Best Rap Performance” and “Best Rap Song.” In October 2013, Pusha T dropped his acclaimed solo debut, My Name Is My Name, which has sold over 155,000 copies to date. Recently, Pusha can be heard rapping on the remix of AXWELL^INGROSSO’s track, “This Time We Can’t Go Home,” which was premiered at this year’s Govenors Ball Music Festival. Fans with tickets to see Pusha T should will experience his intense charisma, rhymes and pull on audiences without the gimmicks. His setlists often mix in some of the raps he’s laid down during his many guest appearances on tracks for the likes of Kanye and Swizz Beatz. For more information, visit: http://pusha-t.com.
Hook N Sling, aka Anthony Maniscalco, is recognized as one of Australia’s most promising DJ/producers playing genre-blending house music.2007was adefining year for Anthony. He pumped up the opening party for We Love Sundays at Space at the dance floor mecca that is Ibiza and took his sound to North America, UK and China. A favorite among both industry types and the public, Anthony also raked in a coveted ARIA nomination for his track “The Bump” and was placed amongst the top 5 producers for inthemix – Australia¹s biggest and most well-regarded dance music awards as voted by the public. Hook N Sling’s ascent has been single-mindedly driven, and backed by meticulously crafted productions. Hook N Sling tracks like “Take You Higher” (with Goodwill) and “Reason” (with NERVO) attest to it, clocking over 10 million combined views on YouTube and winning Hook the support of Tiësto, Sander Van Doorn and Nicky Romero to name a few. As have his transformative remixes for headliners like Calvin Harris, Miike Snow, Wolfgang Gartner, Krewella and Kaskade., along with his thoughtful re-imaginations for compatriots Miami Horror and The Presets. His single, “Magnet,” with long-time David Guetta collaborator, Chris Willis, is a track that exemplifies his own brand of music with dance floor precision, artistic substance and mass appeal. Hook’s epic collaboration with Empire of the Sun,“Celebrate,” shows his unrelenting pursuit of future sounds. For more information, visit: hooknsling.com.
Doors open at 10 p.m. and the party goes till 3:00 a.m. For table reservations and additional information, visit eclipsevegas.com or by calling 702.693.8300.
WHEN: Sunday, July 20
WHERE: Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino
3950 S. Las Vegas Boulevard
Las Vegas, NV 89119
RSVP: Media that would like to attend, please RSVP by Friday, July 18.
MSO PR 818.380.0400
Alexandra Greenberg, agreenberg@msopr.com
Aaron Feterl, aaron@msopr.com
The Light Group 702.693.8300
Beth Bartolini, beth@lightgroup.com
About DAYLIGHT Beach Club:
DAYLIGHT Beach Club debuted last summer at the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino in Las Vegas as the first-of-its-kind revolutionary open-air entertainment and nightlife destination. The stylish, unprecedented space revolutionized the daylife and entertainment scene by combining the most sought-after DJs–Skrillex, Alesso, Sebastian Ingrosso, Axwell, Baauer and Nicky Romero, among others–with a specifically designed 5,000- capacity venue featuring a luxurious 4,400-square-foot pool, 1,500-square-foot elevated stage with un-obstructed sightlines, 70 daybeds, 25 cabanas and bungalows, six LED screens, plus signature cocktails and cuisine. A departure from traditional Vegas pool parties, DAYLIGHT became the ultimate outdoor destination under the sun or stars of Las Vegas. DAYLIGHT added two new VIP pools this year including a 448-square-foot pool to service the north side cabanas and a 245-square-foot pool to service the south-west side cabanas.
For more information on ECLIPSE at Night and DAYLIGHT Beach Club:
eclipsevegas.com
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youtube.com/DaylightVegas
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About The Light Group:
The Light Group, a leading hospitality development and management company, is renowned for shaping the nightlife landscape on the Las Vegas Strip. Founded by Andrew Sasson and Andy Masi, The Light Group’s portfolio includes the management of over 25 food and beverage venues worldwide – five within the AAA Five Diamond Bellagio Resort & Casino, ARIA Resort & Casino, The Mirage Hotel & Casino and Monte Carlo Resort and Casino. Boutique hospitality innovators Morgans Hotel Group acquired a 90% stake in The Light Group in 2011. In its first of many partnerships with Morgans Hotel Group, The Light Group has introduced five new food and beverage outlets including its Italian eatery Bianca and nightlife venue FDR at the iconic Delano in South Beach. With several innovative projects underway, The Light Group will continue to expand and introduce new hospitality concepts worldwide. For more information please visit www.lightgroup.com.
For more information on The Light Group:
lightgroup.com
facebook.com/lightgroup
twitter.com/lightgroup
instagram.com/lightgroup
youtube.com/lightgroup
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About Mandalay Bay:
Mandalay Bay, a AAA Four Diamond Award-winning resort, is set on 120 lush acres featuring the award-winning Mandalay Bay Beach, a tropical pool paradise with real sand and the only climate-controlled, poolside gaming in the city. The Mandalay Bay Events Center, award-winning restaurants, exhilarating entertainment, unique shopping, Shark Reef Aquarium and the 1.7-million-square-foot Mandalay Bay Convention Center combine to make Mandalay Bay a distinctive Las Vegas destination. In 2014, THEhotel, a stand-alone all-suite hotel at Mandalay Bay will be redesigned and rebranded Delano Las Vegas. Mandalay Bay is a wholly owned subsidiary of MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM).
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