[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]In early June, The Lounge at Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino hosts two great shows — a George Strait tribute group and another band that showcases 1980’s tunes. Concerts are free and fun for all guests age 21 and older, so don’t miss out! The Troubadour Experience brings its George Strait tribute to The Lounge on Friday, June 2, with shows at 8 pm and 10 pm. The Troubadour Experience band plays number-one hits and favorites from George Strait’s career of more than 30 years. Tunes include “Fool Hearted Memory,” “All My Exes Live in Texas,” “Ocean Front Property,” “The Chair,” “Here for a Good Time,” and more. With the lead singer’s presentation and the band’s showmanship, you’ll feel like you’re at a George Strait concert!
Band members bring real passion and love for traditional country music. Individual band members have opened for or been part of national acts such as The Gatlin Brothers, Gary Allen, Tracy Lawrence, Pat Green, Mark Wills, The Bellamy Brothers, Tracy Byrd, Chris Ledoux, Deana Carter, and Blackhawk. Don’t miss this incredible show! Then, on Saturday, June 3, the band Checker’d Past takes the stage from 8 pm to 1 am. If you love 1980’s music, you’ll love this show! Hailing from Yuma, band members have all played together for years and recently discovered a mutual love for ’80s music, resulting in forming the band Checker’d Past. The group performs lots of favorites from well-known 1980s one-hit wonders such as Men at Work, Madness, Thomas Dolby, and Modern English, along with favorite tunes from the bands Duran Duran, David Bowie, Devo, and more. Come and check out their show — it’ll be totally awesome! Concerts at The Lounge offer an intimate experience, with seating for about 50 people set up on the dance floor. Guests can also congregate in the casino area just outside The Lounge to enjoy shows. The featured drink of the month for June is Vanilla Escape, with Absolut Vanilla, pineapple juice, a splash of sour and a splash of raspberry liqueur. Sip this fun concoction for only $5 – it’s available on the casino floor and in The Lounge bar only. Make a night of it with dinner first at one of the great restaurants within Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino. Enjoy dinner and drinks at The Range Steakhouse, open from 4-10 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. Or check out the spread at The Buffet, including the Seafood Buffet available from 4-10 p.m. on Friday and Saturday.
Don’t miss these two great bands in June! For information on other upcoming acts, visit The Lounge calendar.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]
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.
