August 25, 1999

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This Issue:    Lounge Legend Cook. E. Jarr

Curious about a restaurant, event, or other Las Vegas attraction that looks fun? Let us review it for you first! Suggestions are always welcome at: allvegastv@aol.com

PARIS HOTEL OPENING – Wednesday September 1, the new Paris Hotel and Casino opens with fireworks set off from the 1/2 size Eiffel Tower after a slide show that projects huge images of Paris on the side of the hotel. Street entertainers will also perform and the whole thing kicks off around 9:30 PM. Opening night is sold out but you can check future availability and rates at for Paris Hotel and Casino at http://www.accessvegas.com/las-vegas-strip-hotels.htm (Paris link).

CLICK ‘N PICK FOOTBALL CONTEST – The Review-Journal is sponsoring a free weekly football contest online. Weekly winner gets $100 and Grand Prize winner gets a Superbowl weekend stay at Mandalay Bay as well as $500 cash and more. Details at http://www2.sportsrocket.com/cgi-bin/lvrj99/home.cgi

ROCK ‘N ROLL – In unrelated stories, the drug-using truck driver who killed Las Vegas resident and rock band Slaughter guitarist Tim Kelly a couple of years ago has been sentenced to 3.5 years in prison and fined $20,000. The band Slaughter (named after Las Vegas native and vocalist Mark Slaughter) was Las Vegas based and nationally known. Full story at http://www.lvrj.com/lvrj_home/1999/Aug-25-Wed-1999/news/11819814.html Motley Crue bassist Nikki Sixx has been charged with a misdemeanor provoking a breach of peace during the band’s Aug. 11 concert here. Full story at http://www.lvrj.com/lvrj_home/1999/Aug-25-Wed-1999/news/11818437.html

SAM’S AMERICAN – City Live magazine (a weekly free newspaper) reviewed this Bellagio eatery at http://lvcitylife.com/pages/Dining/stories/99080501d.html

SECURE ORDERING – We frequently get asked how safe giving your credit card over the internet is. When you buy on the internet, the information is scrambled in a way that is virtually impossible to unscramble except by the receiving computer. That computer then checks with a computer to confirm product availability and then gets credit card approval from another computer.

No humans involved, and your reservation is confirmed in seconds. Compare that to giving your credit card to a waiter at a restaurant (where they vanish for 5 minutes with it) or a live reservations clerk that obtains tons of info about you. Who is more likely to commit fraud with your card, 3 computers or a live human making a possibly low wage?

WINNERS! – Debbie Wegner of Rogers, AR is the winner of the VIP coupons for The Beach nightclub. Debbie was our 10′th entry. Ben Lodderhose of Drums, PA and Michael Gierhart of Huntington Beach, CA are the winners of the free Klondike Casino food coupons. They were are 9′th and 10′th entries.

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Quick Concert and Show Notes:

Want to see which shows and headliners are playing during your stay and book reservations EVEN if the tickets aren’t on sale yet? BookVegas takes care of all your needs directly online! Search by artist or dates at http://www.showvegas.com/svpricing.cfm?cscheme=5&amid=143

ANDRE AGASSI’S GRAND SLAM FOR CHILDREN – Celebrity benefit concert featuring Elton John, Gloria Estefan, LeAnn Rimes, Luther Vandross, and other surprise stars (with musical director David Foster) at the MGM on Sept. 25. Tickets at (702) 474-4000 and MGM discount rooms are available at http://www.accessvegas.com/las-vegas-strip-hotels.htm (MGM link). Full story at http://www.lvrj.com/lvrj_home/1999/Aug-19-Thu-1999/lifestyles/11775156.html

STING – plays the Hard Rock on October 14 and 15. Tickets are available at http://www.showvegas.com/svpricing.cfm?cscheme=5&amid=143 and Hard Rock discount rooms are available at http://www.accessvegas.com/rooms/las-vegas-hotel-reservations-strip-area.htm (Hard Rock link).

FREE FREMONT ST. SHOW – featuring JAN & DEAN, SON OF SAILOR (tribute to Jimmy Buffet), THE SUFRAFI’S and THE KOKOMO BEACH BAND play on Fremont St. (downtown) on Aug. 27 and 28, from 6-11:00 PM. Downtown discount rooms are available at http://www.accessvegas.com/las-vegas-hotels-downtown.htm

Editors Note: We generally never print any press releases. The people that write these things often make being chained to an ant hill sound more fun than a ride at Disneyland. In addition, we pride ourselves on doing totally independent, unpaid reviews for our feature story each week. We get in our car, go down, and see for ourselves.

Having said that, we wouldn’t edit or change a thing from the following Cook E. Jarr press release. We have been huge fans for years. You may have missed the old “Rat Pack”, but now you get to experience the same vibe. Cook E. has been described as a “lounge act gone astray” (in the very best sense) and provides a non-stop solid wall of fun. In addition, you truly never know which celebrities may pop their heads in to enjoy his show right along with you.

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He’s the ultimate showman. He’s the entertainers’ entertainer and he’s at
Casino Royale on the fabulous Las Vegas Strip. Cook E. Jarr, King of
America’s Lounges is performing at Casino Royale’s Volcano Lounge every
Friday and Saturday at 11PM. Get those dancing shoes on and get ready to
party the night away with Cook E. Jarr!

Cook E. Jarr has been voted Number One lounge performer more times than any
other performer in the history of Las Vegas. He is well known for
attracting big-name celebrities to his phenomenal performances.
The flamboyant performer has entertained Tom Jones, Liza Minelli, Oprah
Winfrey, Montel Williams, Ricki Lake, Quentin Tarantino, Andrew Dice Clay,
The Righteous Brothers, The Beach Boys, Frankie Valli, Grace Jones, Kevin
Pollak, Paul Shaffer, Martin Short, Dennis Miller, George Carlin, Sheena
Easton, Pete Rose, Riddick Bowe, Marvin Hagler, Sugar Ray Leonard, Jimmy
Alec, Dennis Blair, John Caponera, Howard Cosell, Kool & The Gang, Michael
Bolton, Whitney Houston, David Copperfield, Claudia Schiffer and countless
comedians.

What makes The Jarr so popular among famous celebrities, Las Vegas locals,
and tourists? One glimpse of his show and you’ll know why!

One of the reasons for his popularity is the man lives the Vegas
life-style. “I’m a big gambler. People who come to see the show are in for
a great time! I keep the crowds energized with a wide variety of music. I
have so much fun, it’s not just singing and dancing, it’s one big party!”
Jarr said.

He often starts his show with personally greeting the audience with high
fives and handshakes. As soon as he hits the stage, the party begins.

His popularity also reached national attention. Popular music channels MTV
and VH-1 interviewed Jarr for their rock ‘n’ roll specials. Cable TV
station Comedy Central enjoyed their time with the Jarr so much — they have
repeated his interview on the “Daily Show” several times.

Jarr can create the intensity and full sound of a large dance band. The
night club atmosphere with his charismatic style will dazzle the audience!

The charismatic performer keeps the audience glued to the stage with his
unique vocal impressions and dazzling stage presence. The Jarr is seen in
tailored jackets and adorned with diamonds and gold.

No where else will you find a show that combines the best modern music
with the old standards and even some classic impressions of Las Vegas
favorites including Dean Martin, Sammy Davis, Jr. and a hysterically funny
Jimmy Durante. Cook E.. Jarr’s fans are legendary for their loyalty to him
and after his performance you can see why!

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The photos that accompany this story are available at http://www.accessvegas.com/jarr

Cook E. Jarr performs upstairs in the Improv Room at Harrah’s every Friday and Saturday night at midnight.. No cover, 2 drink minimum. His latest CD “Almost Grown” is available at his show. For more information, call Cook E.’s Hotline (702) 737-PROA.

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LETTER TO THE EDITOR:

>Enjoy you newsletter..I do have a couple of questions.
>   l. I see for two weeks that the winners of the coupons  were from
>California. since I’m from NY we don’t get your letter until after
>midnight  and we are in bed.  Is there anyway we would ever have a
>chance at these?
>        Thanks for all your good information.

Thanks for your concern. We make every effort to make the chance of winning the coupons and prizes as random as possible. We choose the 10′th entry. Some days, we have 20 entries in a few hours. Sometimes it takes 2 days to hit that 10′th entry mark. Please keep in mind that the number of subscribers who are going to be in Las Vegas during the dates the coupons are valid is both small and variable. So, it is sheer luck to be the 10′th considering all of the above.

By far, more Californians visit Las Vegas than from any other state or country, which probably means that more Californians subscribe to this newsletter. Having said all that, only one of our three winners this past week was from California, and we welcome readers from around the world!

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Your input is welcome. Want to hear more about a subject? Don’t agree with something we said? Write us a “letter to the editor” at allvegastv@aol.com Guest article submissions are also welcome with full credit to you, your website, etc. if accepted.

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FREE CONTESTS:

Note: You may enter every contest, but only one entry to each. Please note the expiration date and only enter if you will be in town and can use them. The 10′th entry to each contest will be the winner (unless otherwise noted). Just sent a blank email to the specified email address — we’ll get your mailing address from you only if you win.

CRAPS MADE EASY – This complete video and book combo is a must for someone whom would love learn the game of craps or someone looking to improve their chances of winning. We have one set to give away. Send a blank email to (contest closed) to enter

WET ‘N WILD – A set of 3 coupons, one for $8 all day admission on weekends, one for $4 daily admission, one for 1/2 off daily admission after 4:00 PM. Each valid for up to 6 people and expires October 3, 1999. Enter at (contest closed)

SAHARA STEAK HOUSE – Coupon for $5 off per person (up to 4 people). Valid Sunday – Thursday, expires September 30, 1999. Enter at (contest closed)

SAMS TOWN – Coupon for 2-for-1 Combination City Dinners at Willy and Jose’s (Mexican) restaurant at Sam’s Town. Must be 21, expires September 9, 1999. Enter at (contest closed)

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All contents copyright 1999 Ted Newkirk
August 25, 1999