Deanna Rilling

Story Archive

For a punch of color in your hair, look toward plumage

Wednesday, March 9, 2011

Her name ain’t Lola, but check out those feathers in her hair!

Getting to know: DJ/producer Max Vangeli

Wednesday, Dec. 29, 2010

The Eastern European-born DJ/producer has created remixes for Gorillaz, The Prodigy and partnered with Steve Angello’s little bro, AN21.

Chatting with 30 Seconds to Mars guitarist Tomo Milicevic

Wednesday, Dec. 29, 2010

Milicevic discusses his affection for Vegas, concert finales, and something different to look forward to for their NYE show at the Palms.

Hot Spots: New Year's Eve edition!

Tuesday, Dec. 28, 2010

F#@! 2010! Here are the best parties to check out as you countdown to 2011.

Forget cookies! Even Santa won’t be able to resist these holiday cocktails

Thursday, Dec. 23, 2010

Boa shares two recipes to make the rest of the festivities merry and bright.

When the Battle of the Brushes channels Candy Land, the competition gets sweet

Wednesday, Dec. 22, 2010

These chicks looked good enough to devour. Actually, you almost could.

Holidaze: Club alternatives on Christmas

Wednesday, Dec. 22, 2010

Stuck in Vegas on Christmas and your favorite club is closed?

Nightlife news & notes: Frequency, Electric Dream, a happier happy hour and more

Tuesday, Dec. 21, 2010

Oh yeah... and more beer pong...

Meet @MarqueeLV: Get to know these faces at the new Cosmopolitan nightclub

Thursday, Dec. 16, 2010

From the artistic director, a resident DJ, VIP host and more, here's the faces to become familiar with.

Hot Spots: Let's keep the ho-ho-holiday-themed parties going

Thursday, Dec. 16, 2010

Socialites, Juicy Bells, brush battles and bass music...

Cosmo's art, entertainment and nightlife options

A guide to the features that separate the new resort from the pack

Thursday, Dec. 16, 2010

Everything you want to know about the new resort's dining, nightlife, art and more. In the months leading up to the Cosmopolitan's opening this week, the 2,995-room resort has pegged its marketing blitz on one simple message: it is different. Its billboards, print ads and buzz-inducing TV spot have all sought to further the idea that the $3.9 billion property was not built off the tried-and-true Vegas formula but from its own checklist of Vegas standards and more unusual stand-ins

Nightlife news & notes: Toy drives, Krave robs the cradle, DJ Hollywood Day and Sundanze

Thursday, Dec. 16, 2010

XS and Tryst break records, Hollywood gets his own day and more.

A guide to the art, entertainment and nightlife features that separate Cosmo from the pack

Thursday, Dec. 16, 2010

Everything you want to know about the new resort's dining, nightlife, art and more.

Three questions with DJ/producer AK1200

Wednesday, Dec. 15, 2010

The drum and bass heavyweight chats about the U.K. versus U.S. scene, dubstep and "Sanctuary."

Thinking about the Bellagio bandit and fancy art

Wednesday, Dec. 15, 2010

Thinking about the Bellagio bandit and fancy art

A deep burn: Turn to bourbon for vintage cocktails that will warm you from the inside out

Wednesday, Dec. 15, 2010

Mmmm. It hurts (and tastes) so good...

An interview with "dead" singer Kimberly Cole

Thursday, Dec. 9, 2010

Singer Kimberly Cole is dead. No, wait. False alarm.

Nightlife news & notes: Chocolate milk from grown-ups, new plans for Noir Bar and more

Thursday, Dec. 9, 2010

Noir Bar's new name, Moda moves downtown, Kimberly Cole and alcoholic milk.

Blowing smoke over last week's medical marijuana cover story

Thursday, Dec. 9, 2010

Since publication, we’ve received lots of responses, including a call from Metro narcotics detective Ryan Kraft seeking to clarify a few aspects of the law.

Hot Spots: A whole lotta booty with Nicki Minaj, Sapphire's anny, gogogo and more

Thursday, Dec. 9, 2010

Criss Angel's birthday, BootyBar, Ne-Yo and Deborah Cox.

Afghan Raiders regroup at Ghostbar

... and record new music in the process

Wednesday, Dec. 8, 2010

Ah, Beans, how we’ve missed your high-impact head-bobbing.

Thinking about a sports arena and dreaming of Chick-fil-A

Wednesday, Dec. 8, 2010

Also, you should check out the Las Vegas Philharmonic

Heartbeat bumping: Taking a ride with DJ/producer Dash Berlin’s trance

Wednesday, Dec. 8, 2010

“Man on the Run.” “Waiting.” “Never Cry Again.” An interview with the DJ/producer before his first-ever Vegas gig.

Bling for bottles: Behind-the-bar gadget is Vegas-ready

Tuesday, Dec. 7, 2010

Clubbers love light-up blinky things!

Infuse your holiday party with seasonal cocktails that hit the spot

Thursday, Dec. 2, 2010

’Tis the season to get snockered. Check out these recipes for your next shindig.

Hot Spots: BFFs! DJ Irene, big-deal birthdays and sweet 'staches

Thursday, Dec. 2, 2010

Bubbles, bling, balls, BFFs and a bit of moustache...

The people behind the pot

They’re old, young, Republicans, Democrats, patients and providers. The message they share? This is about treating pain, not getting high.

Thursday, Dec. 2, 2010

They’re old, young, Republicans, Democrats, patients and providers. The message they share? This is about treating pain, not getting high.

Tales from the SINdustry: Party blackout with DJ Michael Toast

Michael Toast, resident DJ at VooDoo (Thursdays) and Lolita’s (Fridays)

Tuesday, Nov. 30, 2010

What happens when the dance floor goes dark?

Hot Spots: Turkey termination, Double Down's barely legal, Raiders and fundraisers

Wednesday, Nov. 24, 2010

There's a whole lotta giving going on...

The Schnitzer bros have strong bonds with Vegas’ club scene—and one another

Tuesday, Nov. 23, 2010

Neal, Bryan and David are nightlife employees who work together, live together and play together... and still like each other.

Nightlife news & notes: Downtown dance party, bass party and charity parties

Tuesday, Nov. 23, 2010

Fremont got funky, bass will be bumping soon, cans for cans and a benefit for BMXers.

Moda at Lolita's is full of fresh sounds ... and confetti

Monday, Nov. 22, 2010

The new party is happily far from commercial.

Cana's blackberry mojito

Monday, Nov. 22, 2010

In an effort to ignore the slowly chilling weather, we cast an eye toward a light, refreshing beverage.

Local author Matthew O'Brien on Hunter S. Thompson, Larry's Villa and more

Friday, Nov. 19, 2010

O'Brien's new book My Week at the Blue Angel focuses on Vegas away from the bright lights.

Hot Spots: Bam, beats a benefit and more

Thursday, Nov. 18, 2010

Go party now before the tryptophan coma takes over next week.

Nite Bite: Dance party on Fremont Street!

Wednesday, Nov. 17, 2010

Ever stroll down Fremont Street and think, “Man, that big-ass screen would be so cool for a dance party!”?

The “Vatican of saloons”: P.J. Clarke’s brings old-world bar charm to Vegas

Wednesday, Nov. 17, 2010

Don't you dare ask for a frou-frou frozen drink...

Nightlife news & notes: Reality shows, Godskitchen goes, beer for pong flows

Tuesday, Nov. 16, 2010

Two new Vegas nightlife shows start filming, Thursdays at Vanity go bye-bye and beer pong!

Let the holiday cocktails begin!

Friday, Nov. 12, 2010

Your favorite shopping outlets are already gearing up for the holidays. So why not do the same with your cocktails?

How to be a VIP: N9NE Group’s membership program can help you feel like a celebrity

Friday, Nov. 12, 2010

Ballers on a budget can still play like a star.

Tales from the SINdustry: Keyska Diva

Emcee of Cabaret Thursdays at Secret

Thursday, Nov. 11, 2010

The celebrated performer is no stranger to complicated and elaborate costuming—as well as wardrobe malfunctions.

Hot Spots: Green Lantern, going deep, Grammys and more

Thursday, Nov. 11, 2010

Barely legal Lowdens, Sander van Doorn, Christopher Lawrence, a special Snitch and Soul Kitchen.

Coming soon to a TV near you: JRoc and bridezillas

Wednesday, Nov. 10, 2010

Mr. Thunderclap himself and crew begin filming "Bachelorette Party" at the Palms.

Nightlife news & notes: Lil Jon's residency, Diplo and Jared Leto, plus a porn party!

Wednesday, Nov. 10, 2010

Lil Jon calls Surrender home, another great gig you missed, and a dollar bill licking incident.

Tropicana continues image overhaul with Ambhar Lounge

Tuesday, Nov. 9, 2010

The elite spirit will hold a mixology contest open to the public for their new tequila lounge.

Locked and loaded: These tasty shooters hit the spot

Thursday, Nov. 4, 2010

We're bananas for banana! And six other fruit shooters at only $5 each.

Hot Spots: Porn stars, Arianny Celeste, "Like a G6," Drake, Roger Sanchez and more

Thursday, Nov. 4, 2010

A different kind of election, Sadie Hawkins for grownups, Paul Oakenfold returns... there's more going on this post-holiday weekend than we thought!

Three questions with "refixer" Chew Fu

Thursday, Nov. 4, 2010

Chew on this! Fu the “refixer” bring his future-perfect music to Vegas for the first time.

Five years of Tao

Looking back at the mega-club’s half-decade in Vegas

Wednesday, Nov. 3, 2010

Spirituality first met sin five years ago. Delectable dining enticed guests before debauchery lured them upstairs. And don’t forget those girls in the tubs …

Thinking about Phish, cream and more!

Wednesday, Nov. 3, 2010

Also, Christmas comes early for the Weekly's Ken Miller!