LAS VEGAS, NV -- 10/28/09 --
Supernatural Santana: A Trip
Through the Hits, the exhilarating rock-n-roll concert experience
featuring Carlos Santana and his band, will continue its successful run at
The Joint at Hard Rock Hotel &
Casino in February 2010. Featuring an ever-changing set list and a new
opening number since its May debut, concertgoers will continue to be wowed,
even if they have already seen the show. Eleven additional performance dates
from February 3 through February 21 will go on sale Saturday, Oct. 31 at
noon, as part of Santana's multi-year deal with AEG Live. In addition,
through 2010 The Joint will be
the only venue west of the Mississippi where fans can see Santana.
Supernatural Santana: A Trip
Through the Hits marks the first and only rock-n-roll resident show in
Las Vegas, and has Nov. 11-22, 2009 performance dates already on sale.
Showcasing the band's career-spanning classics such as "Oye Como Va,"
"Black Magic Woman," "Evil Ways," and "Maria Maria," Supernatural Santana: A Trip
Through The Hits -- which was exclusively designed for The Joint --
takes fans on a multi-sensory journey through the most prolific Santana
songs. Each show includes a unique take on the band's repertoire, creating
a one-of-a-kind experience for show-goers.
"This show is designed to bring everyone in the audience together as one,"
said Carlos Santana. "My wish is for it to be a night that will move you to
dance, to cry, to laugh and to feel the totality and fullness of being
alive."
Launching May 27, 2009, Supernatural Santana: A Trip
Through The Hits has been met with rave reviews. The Los Angeles Times
said that Supernatural
Santana: A Trip Through The Hits "proves what an unusual rock icon
[Carlos Santana] is" and highlighted the "deeply energetic" performances of
his long-time band members, who routinely have audience members dancing in
the aisles.
Santana plays approximately 36 times per year at The Joint, with a show
time of 8 pm. Performances take place on Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and
Sunday (dark Monday, Tuesday and Thursday). Ticket prices start at only $51
and can be purchased by visiting the Hard Rock Hotel Box Office, all
Ticketmaster locations, online at Ticketmaster.com or charge-by-phone at
800-745-3000. For groups of 12 or more, call the Hard Rock Hotel Box Office
at (702) 693-5220. For more information, visit www.supernaturalsantana.com,
Carlos Santana's Facebook
page or The Joint's Facebook page.
About Carlos Santana
Forty years and as many albums later, Santana has sold more than 90 million
records and has performed to more than 100 million fans at concerts
worldwide. To date, Santana has won ten GRAMMY® Awards, including a
record-tying nine for a single project, 1999's Supernatural (including
Album of the Year and Record of the Year for "Smooth"). In 1998, the group
was ushered into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, whose web page on their
induction notes, "Guitarist Carlos Santana is one of rock's true virtuosos
and guiding lights." Among many other honors, Carlos Santana has also been
cited by Rolling Stone as #15 on their list of the "100 Greatest Guitarists
Of All Time," and #90 on their 2005 survey of the "100 Greatest Artists Of
All Time."
About The Joint at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Las Vegas
In the great tradition of Las Vegas' first rock venue, the new Joint's
commitment to rock and roll is unparalleled. Now double in size to the
original, this highly upgraded version retains all the intimacy, charm and
authentic rock experience as the original. State of the art sound rules the
2,951 seated venue (total capacity of 4,000). Offering up seven Luxury
Suites, a VIP Studio level, superior video system and a production package
tailor made for artist comfort, The Joint is the most sophisticated,
intimate and authentic venue in Las Vegas. The property offers an energetic
entertainment and gaming experience featuring services and amenities
associated with a boutique luxury hotel. For room availability and
additional information call 800.HRD.ROCK (800.473.7625) or visit
www.hardrockhotel.com.
About AEG Live
AEG Live, the world's second largest concert promoter, joined forces with
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in 2007 as the exclusive booking agent for the
concert venue, The Joint. AEG Live Las Vegas first made its mark as the
producer of Celine Dion A New Day… and currently produces Supernatural
Santana at The Joint and Bette Midler "The Showgirl Must Go On," and Cher
at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace. Recent concert tours promoted by the
company's touring division have included Tina Turner, Justin Timberlake,
Bon Jovi, Hannah Montana, Spice Girls, Prince, Christina Aguilera, Kenny
Chesney, Britney Spears, Paul McCartney, High School Musical, and American
Idols Live. www.aeglive.com
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