Forbes interviews Steve Angello, Armin van Buuren, Hakkasan’s CEO, and more
We often speak of the state of EDM in Las Vegas, but it is not as often that we are able to hear the state of the Vegas from some of its biggest proponents. Showing just how integral dance music is to corporate interests, Forbes has released a series of short interviews with Steve Angello, Armin van Buuren, Steve Aoki, and Angel Management Group (of Hakkasan)'s CEO, Neil Moffitt, and several others. They talk about everything from "how it used to be," to why they love the way Vegas is now, to its future and plans for expansion outside of Nevada.
Calvin Harris announces residency at Hakkasan, Las Vegas
Hakkasan Las Vegas is quickly positioning itself to be a juggernaut in Las Vegas nightlife, offering it's guests a fully-curated experience that seeks to combine fine dining with unparalleled entertainment and nightlife inside its the 5-level monolith. Grammy award winner Calvin Harris has just announced his exclusive residency beginning in April for the megaclub's grand opening. Set to perform 46 dates at the venue, Calvin will also be bringing his residency to the famed WET REPUBLIC throughout the summer months.
Tiesto rings in the New Year right at Ovation Hall at Revel in Atlantic City
Like any native of New Jersey, much of my younger 20s were spent stumbling through the neon lit and awkwardly carpeted atriums of Atlantic City's dated casinos. In terms of luxury and elegance there wasn't much to look forward to along the Jersey coastline. Debauchery? yes, luxury? hell no. When news of Revel's development began, our eyes once again looked towards the Jersey coast. Their mission was bold - make Atlantic City a destination for more than just geriatrics on slot machines. It's aim was to bring all of the luxury and grandeur of Vegas's preeminent hotels to the North East, giving the residents of New Jersey and New York a Vegas of their own. The second we set foot inside the world class establishment last summer for Avicii's performance at Ovation Hall, there was no question -- they had succeeded.