It’s Happening at Chinook Winds ...
Karaoke on
Wednesdays
It’s karaoke time every Wednesday
evening in the Rogue River Restaurant
and Lounge at Chinook Winds Casino.
All aspiring singers are invited to
conquer their stage fright and croon a
tune to the crowd between 9 p.m. and
1 a.m. Pre-registration is from 8-9 p.m.
It’s not too late to participate in
Celebrity Star Search Karaoke, which
began in May. To compete, dress the
part of your favorite singer and perform
one of his/her hits! This contest
concludes on July 18 with a sing-off!
Winners receive cash prizes. For those
who don’t wish to enter the contest,
but love to sing, the mic will be open
as well.
Dancing, bar snacks, and drink
specials are all part of the fun every
Wednesday night in the Rogue River
Restaurant and Lounge.
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by Teresa Simmons
Run for the Wind II -
Motorcycles, Music, and More
Chinook Winds Casino & Convention Center is hosting Run for the Wind II
on Aug. 24-26.
Saddle up and cruise to the coast for summer’s coolest bike event at Chinook
Winds Casino, Run for the Wind II, a benefit for the Oregon Veterans Motorcycle
Association. Help Oregon’s veteran community while enjoying three days of fun,
excitement, and good times, plus a chance to win an Indian motorcycle.
We’ll have bikes, bikes, and more bikes. Bikes fit for “Easy Rider,” a lovely
lady, the weekend warrior, or a couple just cruisin’ around will be on display
outside the casino, with judging and prizes. A trade show in the convention center
will feature approximately 80 booths, beginning at noon on Aug. 24 and running
through the weekend.
A blackjack tournament will be held on Aug. 24 at 5 p.m., and a slot tournament
on Aug. 25 at 5 p.m. A poker run is planned for Aug. 25 at 10:30 a.m. and a poker
tournament is set for Aug. 26 at 1 p.m.
On Aug. 26 at 10 a.m., a rededication of the American Veterans/Desert Storm
Memorial located directly outside of the casino will take place.
Get movin’ with the Edgar Winter Band in concert at 8 p.m. on Friday and
7 and 10 p.m. on Saturday. Tickets are priced at $10 and $15.
Whether you own your own bike or are a casual observer makes no difference
when it comes to the special “package deals” offered for the weekend. For more
information on Run for the Wind II, contact Special Events Manager Les Eisenbarth
at 1-888-244-6665, ext. 5839.
Wynonna Comes to Casino in August
Don’t have to “Tell Me Why’’ you missed the appearance of Wynonna at
Chinook Winds Casino on Aug. 10 and 11.
First entering the country music scene as a duo with her mother, Naomi Judd,
Wynonna went solo in 1991 when Naomi’s health forced her to retire. Her debut
self-titled album in 1992 reached multi-platinum status.
She followed it with two platinum albums, “Tell Me Why’’ (1993) and
“Revelations” (1996). Four singles from her debut album, “She Is His Only Need,”
“I Saw The Light,” “No One Else On Earth,” and “My Strongest Weakness,” hit
No. 1. Other No. 1 hits were “Only Love” (June 1993) and “To Be Loved By You”
(January 1996). Each album has produced Top 10 hits, with her October 1997
album “The Other Side” certified gold.
Along with hit songs have come multiple nominations and awards in the
country music arena as well as Grammy and other nominations. In 1992, she won
Billboard’s Country Single (“No One Else On Earth”), Best New Country Artist
awards, and the NARM award for Best Selling Country Female.
The Country Music Association (CM A) nominated her for Best Album, Female
Vocalist, and Best Duo (with Clint Black). In 1993, the Academy of Country
Music (ACM) nominated her for the Top Female Vocalist and Album of the Year
awards. She was nominated for Grammy Awards in the categories of Best
Performance, Female, Country, and Best Country Song (“She Is His Only Need”).
In 1994, she won Top Female Artist from MCA, was nominated for Female
Vocalist of the Year, and had Grammy nominations for Best Vocal Collaboration
(with Clint Black) and Best Performance, Female, Country. The honors continued
in 1996 when Performance Magazine nominated her for the Top Country Act
award and in 1997 with nominations from the American Music Awards as Favorite
Female/Country and Blockbuster Entertainment as Top Female/Country.
On Dec. 31, 1999, she reunited with Naomi for a “Big Bang Boogie” in
Phoenix, Ariz. Ashley Judd emceed the event, making it truly a family affair.
With Naomi’s illness in remission, they completed a 30-date “Power to Change
Tour” in 2000. Wynonna continues to tour and record, although at a slower pace
than earlier in her career.
Don’t miss the chance to hear this talented artist in concert. Each show is at 8
p.m., with ticket prices ranging from $35 to $60, depending on seat location.
Edgar Winter Band to Perform
Take a “Free Ride” when The Edgar Winter Band performs at Chinook Winds
Casino & Convention Center on Aug. 25 and 26.
Versed in a wide variety of instruments and musical styles, Winter has managed
to defy stereotypes. Born and raised in Beaumont, Texas, in 1946, blues-rock
musician Edgar Winter grew up singing in church and in a barbershop quartet,
and played saxophone from an early age. As a teen-ager, he began playing in an
R&B group with his older brother, Johnny Winter, who soon became a respected
blues-rock guitarist.
Through his association with his brother, Edgar Winter signed a deal with Epic
Records in 1970, recording an acclaimed solo debut, “Entrance,” followed by two hit
albums featuring Edgar Winter backed by a horn-based group called White Trash.
In late 1972, he formed the Edgar Winter group, with whom he recorded
1973’s “They Only Come Out At Night.” This contained the No. 1 synth-driven
single “Frankenstein” and the Top 20 hit “Free Ride,” selling more than 2 million
copies along the way.
He released his most recent album, ‘The Real Deal,” on Intersound in 1996. It
features cameos by Rich Derringer, Leon Russell, and Jermaine Jackson, among others.
Currently residing in the LA area, Edgar Winter has spent much of the last
decade penning movie scores. He also has expanded his creative talents with his
acting debut in the Paramount film “Netherworld” as well as “The Cape” for MTM.
Concert time is 8 p.m. on Friday, and 7 p.m. and 10 p.m. on Saturday, with
tickets priced at $10 and $15, depending on seat location.
July 2001
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