Firefall brings familiar sound to The Lounge at Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino

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Don’t miss Firefall’s show in The Lounge at Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino on Friday, February 17 at 8 p.m. Popular in the 1970s and 80s, Firefall continues to perform today to enthusiastic audiences.

The group’s best-known hit, “You are the Woman,” peaked in 1976 and has played on the commercial radio more than 7 million times, according to the Firefall website. The song has also been featured in numerous movies and television shows. Other favorite Firefall hits from the 70s and early 80s include “Just Remember I Love You,” “Strange Way,” “Headed for a Fall,” and “Staying with It.”

Over the last four decades, Firefall has shared stages with headliners like Fleetwood Mac, The Band, The Beach Boys, Kenny Loggins, Journey, Heart, ELO, and the Marshall Tucker Band. Now, there are Firefall tours with three original band members, a longtime drummer, and a talented newer band member. Check out their show in The Lounge on February 17, and you’ll find yourself singing along and enjoying their sound!

When you visit Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino, you can take a seat in the open air seating within The Lounge for a show or sit and play the slots at the bar, which is about 6 feet away from the stage,  Whether you sit inside The Lounge or listen to performers from the casino floor, you’ll find great entertainment every time !  Enjoy the cocktail of the month for February, the Absolut® Mandrin Madras, it’s refreshing and tasty; the ingredients are Absolut® Mandrin Vodka, orange juice, cranberry juice and orange garnish for $5.00.  Every month a new signature cocktail is created.  It’s a wonderful deal, treat yourself!.

The Lounge at Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino offers free entertainment almost every night. Different performing styles include classic rock, R&B, country dance tunes, and more, so you’ll always find a great variety. Visit The Lounge’s calendar to see upcoming acts, and make a concert part of your next visit to Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino!

Alec Davis

Country musician Alec Davis also performs at The Lounge on Friday, February 24, at 8 p.m. Davis’ song “God, Guns, Girls, and Guitars” will be released in spring 2017. Other acts appearing at the Lounge include a Tom Petty tribute band, an afternoon Frank Sinatra Tribute, and lots of dance, variety, and country performers.

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Carolyn Sostrom

Carolyn Sostrom is a long-time Arizona resident who loves desert sunsets, warm weather, Zumba, and the Western lifestyle. She attended Saguaro High School in Scottsdale and then Arizona State University, earning a bachelor’s degree in journalism. Similarly to the protagonist in *The Devil Wears Prada*, Carolyn moved to New York City right after college. She started working for the fashion magazine company Conde Nast but never transitioned to the dark side. After a few years, she left New York in the rearview mirror and returned to her home state, taking a reporter job at the *Apache Junction Independent*. With over 30 years of freelance writing experience, Carolyn especially enjoys writing about community events and profiling individuals who are making a difference in their communities. She had the pleasure of interviewing a variety of cowboy personalities for an article she wrote for the *Scottsdale Independent* about the history of DC Ranch and its roots as a working ranch. Now, her Western adventures with CLN have her diving into the rugged automotive scene, exploring the trucks and rigs cowboys rely on for work, home, and play, a niche where grit meets horsepower. She works at Raising Special Kids, a nonprofit resource center for families of children with disabilities and special healthcare needs. Carolyn also volunteers with the Autism Society of Greater Phoenix. Carolyn believes that everyone has a story, and she loves connecting with others to hear their stories. She’s dedicated to ethical journalism and accurate reporting, which shines through in her storytelling.

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