Leslie Ventura
Story Archive
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DiningNot just another wiener: Find creative bites at Dog Haus
Wednesday, May 11, 2016 The hip, casual chain from Pasadena serves up playful yet serious eats.
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A&EDowntown Spaces' Spectral Gallery set to close
Tuesday, May 10, 2016 The space will shutter its doors on May 31.
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NightlifeSexy, confident Selena Gomez launches her Revival Tour in Las Vegas
Thursday, May 5, 2016 The pop star follows the tour debut with her first-ever Las Vegas nightclub appearance at Light.
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NightlifeNobody knows the city like DJ Five
Thursday, April 28, 2016 The SKAM artist is a household name in Vegas.
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NightlifeLAX's Jay Gomez brings a different vibe to the party
Thursday, April 28, 2016 The California native is shaking things up.
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As We See ItAn offensive joke on Beauty Bar signage sparks an important conversation
Wednesday, April 27, 2016 Amidst the backlash, support comes from an unlikely place.
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As We See ItGet a retro look at Downtown's new Atomic Style Lounge
Wednesday, April 27, 2016 Atomic Style Lounge specializes in era-specific looks but also provides full salon services including styling, makeup, color and cuts for men and women.
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NoiseSheer Mag brings its pop-soaked punk grit to the Bunkhouse
Friday, April 22, 2016 If anyone questioned whether or not Sheer Mag is a punk band, lead singer Christina Halladay’s burning, sandpapery vocals and intense scowl provided the answer.
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DiningMakers & Finders aims to expand with boozy drinks Downtown and a new Henderson shop
Thursday, April 21, 2016 The Main Street coffee shop has applied for a liquor license.
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NightlifeAxwell & Ingrosso make their Hakkasan debut as a duo
Thursday, April 21, 2016 The two former Swedish House Mafia members are carrying the EDM torch.
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NightlifeJoe Bravo keeps the shine on the iconic Rehab experience
Thursday, April 21, 2016 He's the party king.
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NightlifeKristen Pullium stays competitive at the Palms
Thursday, April 21, 2016 When the Las Vegas native isn’t gaming or gearing up for a bikini competition, she’s all about keeping the good vibes flowing at the Palms.
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As We See It'Rebel Yell' no more: Our picks for the UNLV student newspaper's next name
Wednesday, April 20, 2016 The Scarlet Buzz: No, it’s not the newest STD taking campus by storm.
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NoiseConcert on-sales: Coldplay, Culture Club, The Cult and more
Friday, April 15, 2016 Plus: Dolly Parton, The Go-Go's and Yes.
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NightlifeFast-rising Bassjackers explode into Light
Thursday, April 14, 2016 The Dutchmen dominate dancefloors with their big-room house sound.
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NightlifeEllie Goulding brings a hit-filled concert back to Vegas
Thursday, April 7, 2016 “I think it’s important for me to be honest about situations I’ve been in."
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NightlifeChris White pushes forward at one-stop shop Brooklyn Bowl
Thursday, April 7, 2016 When you think of your favorite place in Vegas, there’s a good chance he helped create it.
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NoiseSantigold boosts her live show with snazzy production at the Foundry
Wednesday, April 6, 2016 Between the visuals and the strength of her repertoire, Santigold took us on an absurd, thrilling ride.
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NightlifeFruition’s fashions are as interactive as it gets
Thursday, March 31, 2016 "If Tumblr had a store, this would be it."
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NoiseJustin Bieber’s wild ride rolls through the MGM Grand
Wednesday, March 30, 2016 Canada’s No. 1 rabble-rouser continues to persevere.
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As We See ItBombshell brings its beauty services to Downtown’s Ogden
Friday, March 25, 2016 The salon specializes in waxing, sugaring, makeup and eyelashes, spray tans, facials, blowouts, haircuts and more.
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CultureBeloved dive bar Davy’s Locker has been sold, and change is coming
Wednesday, March 23, 2016 “I will miss it very much,” says Cindy Slight, who’d been the owner of the local pub since 2010. “But I look forward to the grand reopening and to be able to come in as a customer."
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A&EBeck gives energetic performance at make-up concert
Friday, March 18, 2016 The singer-songwriter doesn't disappoint after fulfilling his postponed January Brooklyn Bowl date.
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NoiseThe Weekly interview: La Luz frontwoman Shana Cleveland
Thursday, March 17, 2016 Talking the band's move from Seattle to LA, working with Ty Segall and playing this year's festival circuit.
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NightlifeThe Gold Spike transformed from casino dive to Downtown party spot
Thursday, March 17, 2016 And it's also the latest site of MTV's The Real World.
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NightlifeDowntown’s Velveteen Rabbit goes rogue with the Auto-da-fé
Thursday, March 17, 2016 It translates to “act of faith.”
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NoiseThe Weekly interview: Yuck singer/guitarist Max Bloom
Wednesday, March 16, 2016 The band stops at the Bunkhouse this week to play its first Vegas gig.
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NoiseNeon Reverb recap: Beach Slang tops a memorable night of punk sounds and antics
Sunday, March 13, 2016 Philadelphia's Beach Slang sang an off-the-cuff song about the TSA and confiscated cowbell.
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NoiseNeon Reverb recap: Black Camaro, Big Friendly Corporation and Bleached at Bunkhouse
Saturday, March 12, 2016 Before Bleached laid down perfected pop-punk, the Dirty Hooks got a good chunk of the crowd dancing with their "electric grit."
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NoiseStrap in for our wild interview with NASCAR fan and hillbilly rocker Mojo Nixon
Saturday, March 12, 2016 Talking Jello Biafra, Donald Trump and cavemen seeing lightning.
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TasteCoffee Hunter brings a taste of Portland to the local brew scene
Thursday, March 10, 2016 The new shop, which soft-opened this week, serves Portland's Stumptown Coffee Roasters line.
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NightlifeDisclosure's diverse, roving Wild Life party returns to Light
Thursday, March 10, 2016 It’s a curious nudge toward the underground.
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FeaturesNeon Reverb 2016: Talking to Beach Slang frontman James Alex
Thursday, March 10, 2016 Catching up with one of the most talked-about outfits on the indie circuit.
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FeaturesNeon Reverb 2016: The local newbies
Thursday, March 10, 2016 Some of the Vegas acts that formed after the fest's last edition.
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FeaturesNeon Reverb 2016: Reflecting on the festival's first 10 editions
Thursday, March 10, 2016 The Walkmen, Moonface, new discoveries and late, late nights.
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NoiseBrian Havens is back in town, fronting the rootsy City Folk
Wednesday, March 9, 2016 The former Lazystars drummer also held down the drum seat for The Killers in their early days.
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NightlifeVegenation’s Meatless Mondays offers less carnivorous fun
Tuesday, March 8, 2016 The Downtown vegan restaurant kicks things up a notch with in a DJ, a “pop-up” entrée and a free cocktail.
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NoiseHouse of Blues' Music Forward Foundation helps local youth learn about the music business
Saturday, March 5, 2016 Its Bringing Down the House Industry Insight session brought together industry notables for an educational panel discussion.
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NightlifeElectronic duo Galantis on Vegas and giving a 'real performance'
Thursday, March 3, 2016 "We’ve been thinking about Vegas since day one. ... We love Vegas."
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NightlifeSummer sexy starts at Encore Beach Club
Thursday, March 3, 2016 This season’s swimsuits stay true to the Encore Beach Club aesthetic—sleek and sexy.
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NightlifeAndrew W.K. gets the Center bar hard rockin’
Thursday, March 3, 2016 The "party god" returns for another DJ set at the casino's central attraction.
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NightlifeThe reopened Minus5 Ice Bar at Mandalay is a must-see chill spot
Thursday, March 3, 2016 It's an icy oasis all year round.
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NightlifeJames Reynolds brings the heat to Hard Rock Cafe on the Strip
Thursday, March 3, 2016 "We have a lot of fun, and it flows into what the guests see and experience."
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As We See ItMods for miles: Scooter culture is alive and well at High Rollers Weekend
Wednesday, March 2, 2016 Vespas, Lambrettas and all-around cool.
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DiningThis week in tea: Farm-to-cup in Chinatown and takeaways from the Southwest Tea Fest
Monday, Feb. 29, 2016 Two words: Hangover tea.
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As We See ItA (not-so-serious) lament for Las Vegas' last Fazoli's
Thursday, Feb. 25, 2016 As they say, rest in ... pasta.
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NightlifeVirgil Abloh brings style and sound to Encore
Thursday, Feb. 25, 2016 For more than a decade, he's been behind the scenes. Now he spins at the front.
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As We See ItGuerilla library: Free books in your neighborhood mailbox
Wednesday, Feb. 24, 2016 They're small books for tiny people. And they're free.
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NoiseLocal music news & notes: Snoop Dogg collaborates with local R&B singer Rosalee
Wednesday, Feb. 17, 2016 Plus new albums from Strange Mistress and Sin City Sinners—and an upcoming Michael Jackson tribute show.
