Brian Wilson, Alan Jardine and Rodriguez perform at The Chelsea at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas
On Friday, July 10, The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas welcomed one of the greatest composers of the rock era and co-founder of The Beach Boys, Brian Wilson, for a special performance at The Chelsea (Pictured: Brian Wilson – Photo credit: © Erik Kabik /www.ErikKabik.com).
Brian Wilson performs at The Chelsea at The Cosmopolitan
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Joined onstage by childhood friend and another original member of The Beach Boys, Alan Jardine, Wilson kept the crowd dancing all night with his iconic Beach Boys sound performing hits such as “California Girls,” “Deuce Coupe,” “Fun, Fun, Fun” and “I Get Around.”
Brian Wilson performs at The Chelsea at The Cosmopolitan
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Wilson also treated the audience to tracks from his latest solo album No Pier Pressure, which was released earlier this year.
Al Jardine performs with Brian Wilson at The Chelsea at The Cosmopolitan
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Legendary singer-songwriter and self-taught guitarist Rodriguez opened the show for Wilson, playing a mix of classic covers along with some original songs.
Al Jardine performs with Brian Wilson at The Chelsea at The Cosmopolitan
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Performing on his 73rd birthday, Rodriquez’s set included The Door’s “Light My Fire,” Ritchie Valen’s “La Bamba,” Elton John’s “Your Song” and his original work “Sugarman.”
Brian Wilson performs at The Chelsea at The Cosmopolitan
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Rodriguez performs at The Chelsea at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas
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Rodriguez performs at The Chelsea at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas
Photo credit: © Erik Kabik /www.ErikKabik.com.
Rodriguez performs at The Chelsea at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas
Photo credit: © Erik Kabik /www.ErikKabik.com.
Rodriguez performs at The Chelsea at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas
Photo credit: © Erik Kabik /www.ErikKabik.com.
Upcoming performances at The Chelsea include Brantley Gilbert with special guest Carter Winter (July 24); Willie Nelson with special guest Emi Sunshine (July 26); D’Angelo & The Vanguard (Aug. 21); and Kevin Hart & Friends Comedy All-Stars Hosted by Kevin Hart (Sept. 5).