Deanna Rilling
Calendar Editor/Nightlife Writer/Concert Coordinator
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As a self-proclaimed "pseudosocialite" who isn't afraid to rock comfortable shoes or the same outfit twice at Vegas hot spots, Deanna Rilling has been involved in the electronic dance music and local indie rock scene for over 12 years. She typically gets at least one drink spilled on her a night when out and about and usually gets her feet stepped on as well, but it's all in a day's work and she wouldn't have it any other way.
Recent Articles
Group Therapy
Three’s company as Above & Beyond launches a new Wynn Resorts residency
May 15th, 2013
Paavo Siljamäki. Jono Grant. Tony McGuinness. The English trio of producers collectively known as Above & Beyond has some of the most dedicated—and enthusiastic—fans in all of electronic dance music.
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The Coolest Mom in EDM
Fergie DJ owes a lot to Alice Ferguson
May 8th, 2013
A mother’s bond with her child is a special one, but it’s made even more so when she fosters her child’s chosen path with her whole heart. One such incredible woman is Alice Ferguson, mother to Hakkasan resident Fergie DJ (a.k.a. Robert Ferguson). The inspiring and supportive mom’s path has taken her from minister to being fully involved with Fergie’s Excentric Muzik recording label, which makes Alice about the raddest mom we’ve ever met.
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Seven Nights
Your city after dark
May 1st, 2013
Hype up your night at Hakkasan for another mega party. Dutch house music maestro R3hab spins along with Fergie DJ, the Irish lad who’s always the life of the party and ready to rock the dance floor.
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The New Mr. Las Vegas
Tiësto takes up residency in Sin City
May 1st, 2013
Wayne Newton, Celine Dion and Elton John will simply have to make room: Tiësto is moving to the top of Vegas’ marquee. Quite possibly the most famous man in electronic dance music, the Dutch DJ/producer is slated for a whopping 40 dates, including May 3, 5, 18 and 24, at the recently opened Hakkasan and an additional 20 gigs at Wet Republic.
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Concert Review: Prince
The Joint, April 26
April 29th, 2013
“Thank u 4 a funky time,” Prince! Taking the stage with a classic high-collar Prince jacket and curly hair looking like he channeled Jimi Hendrix, The Purple One launched into “Let’s Go Crazy” with a packed house shouting an enthusiastic, “Oh no, let’s go!” along with him.
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Seven Nights
Your city after dark
April 24th, 2013
Rave on! Ravealation hosts the EDM stage at UNLV’s Rebelpalooza outdoor festival. Treasure Fingers, Tommie Sunshine, Tittsworth, Black Boots and more bring the beats.
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Seven Days
A curated guide to this week in your city
April 24th, 2013
Get political with Protectors of the State: A Conversation with Three Former Governors at the Mob Museum courtroom. Nevada Governors Bob List, Richard Bryan and Bob Miller participate in the panel discussion, plus a signing of Miller’s Son of a Gambling Man.
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Off the Grid
Pinnacle Electronic Music & Arts Festival gets the party out of the clubs
April 23rd, 2013
Road trip! Getting tired of the same old, same old—popping bottles and uncomfortable club clothes? On May 3-5, Las Vegas party people Brett Rubin, DJ Crime, Ron Brust and others are putting on the Pinnacle Electronic Music and Arts Festival—and they want you to hit the highway and try something different.
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