From Elvis To M.J., Vegas Headliners Come In Every Shape And Size!
From the humble lounge showrooms all the way up to the massive casino venues, Las Vegas headliners range in fame from rising amateur magician all the way to multi-platinum recording artists! But it is without a doubt the major musicians and entertainers that make or break entire casinos. Don't believe me? Well let's dive into a little story about one of the most famous Las Vegas headliners to stroll Sin City.
Elvis Presley is the obvious example here, but also for his accomplishments on the fiscal side of the entertainment industry he has earned the title of most profitable star in Vegas history! Yes when the Las Vegas hotel first opened it was called "The International", and the hotel would be the spot in which Elvis solidified his greatest comeback. Playing for the opening night, The International Hotel would prove to be the most lucrative of all the venues Elvis performed. Playing more consecutive shows than any other Las Vegas headliner in history, Elvis earned millions on top of what he managed to rake in for the casino.
People came from all over the country to watch the King of Rock and Roll on his new breakout as it was this period where he would release some of his most successful singles and albums. Performing almost daily for years, Elvis had created the ultimate Vegas attraction that none could compete with.
"Why bother, The International Has Elvis!" became the most common rant of frustration among local businessmen and hotel owners. He single handedly dominated all of the competition with his name, reputation and consistency. Elvis had the will and desire to give every show 1,000% percent of his effort. Not worried about the inevitable burn-out, Elvis carried on doing what no man had ever done before. Subsequently, since Elvis was treading such new ground many didn't realize how quick a flame like his could burn out. That's exactly what happened in the end, of all Las Vegas headliners, Elvis was the one who dived into the industry without fear, completely dedicated to the point where his body couldn't keep up with his spirit any longer.
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When Elvis left the world he had accumulated more than most stars made in their entire careers, and that was just in Vegas. He single handedly sky-rocketed the International into national fame and quickly became the face of Las Vegas. But he isn't the only to make contributions far beyond his time, another man who's life was riddled with trouble and massive success, Michael Jackson.
Taking the cake as one of the world's most prestigious artists, where Elvis is the king of rock and roll, Michael Jackson is the undisputed king of pop. Smashing records not only in America but across the world, Michael Jackson was a world level artist's who loved his fans as much as they loved him. When it came to Las Vegas Michael Jackson was somewhat of a regular. As far as Las Vegas Headliners go he sits right alongside Elvis as one of the most successful artists to ever play in Vegas. Economically they both stand side by side in the Las Vegas hall of fame for their contributions to music and the entertainment industry as a whole.
Las Vegas headliners have played an essential role in the growth and evolution of what is billed as Vegas style entertainment. The modern resort-wonderland of today's Strip would not be possible without the titans of the stage who crafted an oasis out of the desert using only the power of their voice!
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