Michael McDonald
Two notes. That’s all it takes to recognize the voice of Michael McDonald. Distinctive and soulful, it is one of the most yearningly emotive instruments of our times. To this add formidable songwriting and keyboard skills, and you have an artist who has been a singular musical presence for four decades. From ‘70s-era Doobie Brothers classics such as “What A Fool Believes” and solo hits like “I Keep Forgettin’” through two highly-acclaimed Motown covers albums and recent genre-busting guest spots with alternative buzz bands Grizzly Bear and Holy Ghost, the five-time Grammy-winning McDonald is that rare thing in contemporary pop – an artist whose work is both timeless and ever-evolving.
McDonald moved to L.A. in the early ‘70s, where he honed his skills as a session musician and singer. That soon led to an invitation to join Steely Dan. Over the course of four classic albums, from Katy Lied to Gaucho, McDonald became an integral part of the group’s sound, singing background vocals on FM staples like “Black Friday” and “Peg.”
In the mid-‘70s, McDonald joined The Doobie Brothers, helping the band redefine their funky R&B sound as a singer, keyboardist and songwriter on such Top 40 singles as “Takin’ It To The Streets”, “It Keeps You Runnin’”, “Minute By Minute” and “What A Fool Believes."
His distinct vocal style also made him one of the world’s most sought-after session singers. Beyond his hits with The Doobies, McDonald has lent his voice to records by an A-Z of artists, including Ray Charles, Aretha Franklin, Elton John, Joni Mitchell and Vince Gill. During the ‘80s and ‘90s, his solo career zoomed from success to success on the wings of evergreen hits like “I Keep Forgettin’”, “On My Own” (a duet with Patti LaBelle) and the Grammy-winning duet with James Ingram “Yah Mo B There.”
Continuing to explore new vistas, in 2003 and 2004, McDonald released his Grammy-nominated, platinum-selling pair of Motown albums. On the heels of 2008’s acclaimed crossover album Soul Speak (which hit three different charts simultaneously) and multiple appearances on PBS’s Soundstage, McDonald continues to tour the world, from Europe to Asia to Australia, while moonlighting alongside co-horts Donald Fagen and Boz Scaggs with The Dukes Of September, an 11-piece soul supergroup.
With a career that encompasses five Grammys, numerous chart successes, personal and professional accolades, as well as collaborations with some of the world’s most prominent artists, Michael McDonald remains an enduring force in popular music.
Tickets are $60, $55 or $50 plus tax and an online/phone ticketing fee (this fee is waived when tickets are purchased in the Gift Shop). Tickets in the ADA section are for patrons with mobility disabilities and up to three companions. If companion seating is not available because the ADA section is sold out, RCGR will offer other seats as close as possible to the accessible seat, if available, at the purchase price of the other section. Tickets are on sale in the Gift Shop and online.
Hotel packages are available by calling 877-677-3456. Packages are $305 and include a one night stay in a deluxe king or double queen room, two tickets to the show and two dinners at Robert's Buffet. There are a limited number of hotel packages available.
Doors open at 7pm for the 8pm show.
NO FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY.
Jeff Civillico and Tim Gabrielson Jeff Civillico is a Vegas-based headline entertainer who blends his perfected art of juggling with friendly audience interaction and insane amounts of energy. When Jeff is not appearing at events nationwide, he is performing his Comedy in Action show on the Las Vegas Strip. He is thrilled to have his own dinner show at Caesars Palace and to work regularly as a guest performer in Nathan Burton: Comedy Magic at The Flamingo.
Jeff is also ridiculous. He holds a world record for bungee jumping on his unicycle off a cliff in New Zealand, and goes “joggling” for fun. “Joggling” = juggling while jogging. He raised $5000+ as a team member of “Athletes for Special Kids” by joggling all 26.2 miles of the Disney Marathon. His zany lifestyle, boundless energy, and contagious spirit create an unforgettable entertainment experience.
A winning entertainment experience is hard to gauge...some say it's by applause, others by audience interaction. Regardless of the measurement, comic magician Tim Gabrielson takes his audience on a captivating adventure every time he steps on stage.
Using quick wit, interactive magic, and a playful spirit to connect with his audience, Tim focuses on his underlying theme of "Keeping It Funny" and takes the audience along on the comedic journey. He masterfully weaves a subtle, uplifting message throughout his show and leaves the audience thoroughly entertained, enlivened and inspired.
General admission tickets are $15 plus tax and an online/phone ticketing fee (this fee is waived when tickets are purchased in the Gift Shop). Tickets are on sale in the Gift Shop and online.
Doors open at 7pm and the show starts at 8pm.
Martina McBride
Country superstar entertainer Martina McBride kicks off our summer outdoor concert series with a concert on Saturday, June 16th at 8pm.
After two decades in the music business, Martina McBride says she is just now getting started. Now signed to the Republic Nashville label, with new management, a new co-producer, newly-spotlighted songwriting skills (she penned over half the songs on her new album, Eleven), and a brand new spirit of accomplishment, Martina is swinging into high gear. And she couldn’t be more thrilled.
“It really feels like starting over for me -- but with a track record and with the success and experience I’ve had over the years,” says McBride. “I feel more confident, which comes with knowing yourself better. And there are a lot of opportunities now that I haven’t had in a long time.”
McBride is exhilarated by the chance to experience what she calls “first-time opportunities the second time around.” In a career that’s already taken her to breathtaking heights (four CMA Female Vocalist of the Year trophies, three ACM Female Vocalist awards, a GRAMMY win, numerous national magazine covers and features, and appearances on such shows as VH1’s “Divas,” “TODAY Show,” “20/20,” “American Idol” and “Dancing with the Stars”), Martina is ready to take it up a notch with the help of her new label.
“My biggest desire is to keep making records and keep touring,” Martina says with heartfelt passion. “I hope I get to do this for as long as I can, because I love it so much.”
Tickets are $35 or $65 plus tax and an online/phone ticketing fee (this fee is waived when tickets are purchased in the Gift Shop). Tickets are on sale in the Gift Shop and online.
Hotel packages are available by calling 877-677-3456. Packages are $315 or $375 and include a one night stay in a deluxe king or double queen room, two tickets to the show and two dinners at Robert's Buffet.
Gates open at 7pm and the concert starts at 8pm. Seats are provided in the VIP section. Seating within the VIP section is not reserved. It is general admission. Guests in the regular general admission section are welcome to bring a lawn chair. No outside coolers allowed.
Concert open to all ages.
Iowa Speedway Motor Coach Trip
Join us as we safely travel to Iowa Speedway for the IZOD IndyCar Series & Indy Light Series in motor coach comfort. Then, we’ll cut loose and have some fun on the Party Deck. This rooftop deck has an incredible view of the track so you’re right in the action! Seats are limited so don’t wait!
The package includes comfortable motor coach transportation to and from the race on June 23rd, food, Newton Club access, tables with umbrellas and LOTS OF FUN! (Beverages available, but not included in price. Coolers allowed on motor coach only.) The bus will depart from Riverside Casino & Golf Resort™ at 2pm. The Indy Lights race starts at 5pm and the Iowa Corn 250 starts at approx. 8pm.
Total Cost—$159 per person (Resort Club points may be used towards your ticket price). Tickets may be purchased at the Riverside Casino & Golf Resort™ Gift Shop or online.
Joe Walsh
Joe Walsh hits the stage as part of our summer outdoor concert series with a concert on Saturday, July 14th at 8pm.
Best known for his powerful guitar licks, Joe Walsh has entertained the masses and captivated his peers for more than three decades with such classics as “Funk #49,” “Walk Away,” “Life’s Been Good,” and “Ordinary Average Guy.” In 1969, Walsh found success with The James Gang, followed by a stint with Barnstorm, a trio he founded. In 1973, Joe released his first solo album, which proved him a legitimate solo act with a limitless career on the horizon. By 1976, he joined The Eagles, bringing a harder rock sound to the group with the acclaimed Hotel California, The Long Run and Eagles Live.
In 1994, after a 14-year hiatus and several solo albums, The Eagles released Hell Freezes Over, which reached #1 on the Billboard charts and sparked one of the most successful tours in music history. And in 1998, The Eagles were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, the first year they were nominated. Walsh performed at the 2012 Grammy’s with Paul McCartney, Bruce Springsteen and Dave Grohl and at the 2012 MusiCares event honoring Paul McCartney. This summer, Walsh will release Analog Man, his first solo album in 20 years and will tour in support of the new record throughout 2012, both in the US and abroad.
Tickets are $30 or $55 plus tax and an online/phone ticketing fee (this fee is waived when tickets are purchased in the Gift Shop). Tickets are on sale in the Gift Shop and online.
Hotel packages are available by calling 877-677-3456. Packages are $275 or $325 and include a one night stay in a deluxe king or double queen room, two tickets to the show and two dinners at Robert's Buffet.
Gates open at 7pm and the concert starts at 8pm. Seats are provided in the VIP section. Seating within the VIP section is not reserved. It is general admission. Guests in the regular general admission section are welcome to bring a lawn chair. No outside coolers allowed.
Concert open to all ages.
Cubs vs. Cardinals
Experience the excitement of a Wrigley Field Rooftop as you enjoy one of the longest standing rivalries in Major League Baseball – the Chicago Cubs vs. the St. Louis Cardinals!
The package includes motor coach to and from Riverside Casino & Golf Resort™ on July 27th, a ticket for Wrigley Field Rooftop bleacher seating, food and drinks. The bus will depart from the casino at 7am. This all inclusive game experience includes:
HIGHLIGHTS: *Rooftop bleacher style seating *Spacious indoor, air-conditioned clubhouse *Two levels and multiple bars *Sixteen 42”- 52” Hi-Def Flat-Screen TVs *Incredible Wrigley Field view *Doors open an hour before the game
FULL MENU INCLUDES: 1/2 lb. grilled hamburgers, cheeseburgers & veggie burgers Vienna bratwursts & Vienna Chicago style hot dogs Italian beef sandwiches Grilled or BBQ chicken sandwiches Chips, salads and dessert
Total Cost—$259 per person plus a $3.75 online/phone fee (Resort Club points may be used towards your ticket price. The online/phone fee is waived if you purchase tickets in the Gift Shop.). Tickets may be purchased at the Riverside Casino & Golf Resort™ Gift Shop or online.
Cheap Trick
Cheap Trick wraps up our summer outdoor concert series with a concert on Saturday, August 25th at 8pm.
Cheap Trick may be one of the most covered bands of all time. Since the 70s, they’ve been blending elements of pop, punk and even metal in a way that is instantly catchy and recognizable. With timeless classics such as “I Want You to Want Me,” “Surrender,” and the late 80s lighter-waving favorite, “The Flame,” Cheap Trick are a musical institution. Anyone familiar with Comedy Central’s The Colbert Report will note that Cheap Trick wrote and performed the theme song.
With more than 5,000 performances, 20 million records sold, 29 movie soundtracks and 40 gold and platinum recording awards, the band was honored in October 2007 by the Chicago Chapter of NARAS (National Academy of Recording Arts & Sciences) for their contributions to the music industry. In September 2009, Cheap Trick performed the classic Beatles album, Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band, complete with an orchestra and guest artists Joan Osborne and Ian Ball for nine critically-acclaimed shows in Las Vegas.
Their most current release, The Latest, has garnered glowing reviews worldwide and continues Cheap Trick’s reign as power-pop progenitors as they celebrate their 35th anniversary together.
Tickets are $35 or $55 plus tax and an online/phone ticketing fee (this fee is waived when tickets are purchased in the Gift Shop). Tickets are on sale in the Gift Shop and online.
Hotel packages are available by calling 877-677-3456. Packages are $290 or $325 and include a one night stay in a deluxe king or double queen room, two tickets to the show and two dinners at Robert's Buffet.
Gates open at 7pm and the concert starts at 8pm. Seats are provided in the VIP section. Seating within the VIP section is not reserved. It is general admission. Guests in the regular general admission section are welcome to bring a lawn chair. No outside coolers allowed.
