THE WEEKND TAKES CENTER STAGE AT DRAI’S NIGHTCLUB AT THE CROMWELL

by DRAI’S / November 18, 2014

LAS VEGAS (Nov. 18, 2014)– Following the announcement of Iggy Azalea’s New Year’s Eve concert performance, Drai’s Nightclub at The Cromwell is excited to reveal that The Weeknd will perform two exclusive live concerts at the opulent 65,000 square foot nightclub for two successive Friday night performances: Jan. 2 and Jan. 9. Adding to the excitement of the New Year’s Eve week celebrations, ADVENTURE CLUB will also help kick off 2015 with a just added Jan. 1 show.Already known as one of Las Vegas’ premier nightclubs, Drai’s is quickly becoming the home to special, one-of-a-kind concert events. With its high-tech sound and lighting combined with its unique rooftop setting, Drai’s is the ideal setting to play host to The Weeknd, one of the fastest-rising, critically-acclaimed new artists of the year. Expanding the sound of traditional R&B with his slow tempos, rumbling bass, forlorn echoes and distinctive falsetto notes, The Weeknd will deliver a performance that is the yin to the Strip’s yang – combining the high-energy of Drai’s with his unrivaled musical styling.

In 2011, The Weeknd was merely a mysterious figure who uploaded three tracks to YouTube; creating a buzz that was immediate and global. Before the year was out, critics and fans alike were praising the truly original music coming from Abel Tesfaye, who performs under the moniker The Weeknd.

With two albums to his credit, Trilogy and Kiss Land, The Weeknd’s star rose to new heights in 2014 and that momentum will continue as he launches into 2015 with his two live concert performances at Drai’s Nightclub. Since opening Memorial Day Weekend, Drai’s has claimed the top spot amongst Las Vegas nightclubs, featuring unmatched rooftop views of the Las Vegas Strip perched 11 stories high atop Caesars Entertainment’s newest Las Vegas hotel and casino, The Cromwell, (located less than 100 yards from Caesars Palace at the iconic corner of Las Vegas Blvd. and Flamingo).

Just added to the line-up of shows will be a Jan. 1 show with ADVENTURE CLUB. Hailing from Montreal, Canada, ADVENTURE CLUB – composed of Christian Srigley and Leighton James – has been a tireless source of banging remixes, uplifting summertime anthems, infectious DJ mixes and explosive live shows since the duo’s musical trip took off in 2010. THeir debut four-track EP Calling All Heroes (BMG) was released in the latter part of 2013 and hit #1 on iTunes Dance Album chart in the U.S. and Canada plus it ranked over 10 HypeM #1 hits. In 2013, ADVENTURE CLUB was the #9 most played artist on SoundCloud. Their song “Wonder,” which appears on Calling All Heroes, recently peaked at #64 on Billboard’s Canadian Hot 100 chart. ADVENTURE CLUB’s most recent track “Fade” featuring Zak Waters has garnered almost 1.9 million SoundCloud plays. The show at Drai’s will provide fans the opportunity to see the dynamic duo perform live in an energetic and intimate atmosphere.

“We are thrilled to have such a truly original and groundbreaking artist like The Weeknd at Drai’s,” notes Drai’s President and Managing Partner, Michael Gruber. “With a recent concert performance from Chris Brown, the announcement of Iggy Azalea’s concert for New Year’s Eve and now two shows with The Weeknd and a special show with Adventure Club we are transforming the nightlife scene once again in Las Vegas with these superstar live shows.”

Guests who stay with The Cromwell are only an elevator ride away from Drai’s Nightclub. Take advantage of this streamlined VIP access by booking your room throughwww.thecromwell.com.

About Drai’s Beach Club • Nightclub

Strategically located across from Caesars Palace and The Bellagio, at the corner of Las Vegas Blvd. and Flamingo Blvd., on the rooftop of Caesars Entertainment’s new 188-room boutique hotel The Cromwell, Drai’s Beach Club • Nightclub takes entertainment and nightlife to new heights. The Strip’s only rooftop Beach Club includes multiple pools shaded by 10 towering palm trees, a variety of cabanas and bungalows, two full-service bars and a gourmet kitchen. Drai’s Nightclub is a dazzling, multi-level club with an expansive dance floor, massive LED lighting systems, and modern technology featuring more than 4,000 square feet of the most state of the art high definition LEDs in production, including a towering 80-sided LED disco ball – the only one of its kind, and the opportunity to detonate custom rooftop firework shows. Additionally, the legendary Drai’s After Hours is back in its original location for its 16th year.For more information, visitwww.blog.draislv.comand follow Drai’s at Facebook atwww.facebook.com/draislvand on Twitter atwww.twitter.com/draislvand Instagram @draislv.

About The Cromwell

Caesars Entertainment Corporation, the world’s largest casino-entertainment company, introduces The Cromwell – Las Vegas’ first and only standalone boutique hotel on the famed Strip. Following a $185 million renovation of the former Bill’s Gamblin’ Hall & Saloon, the resort is situated on the bustling corner of Las Vegas Boulevard and Flamingo Road – directly across from Caesars Palace. The Cromwell brings an exclusive, luxury lifestyle boutique hotel experience to the Strip, focusing on hospitality, amenities and personalized service. An intimate collection of 188 rooms and suites, a 40,000 square-foot casino space, Bound by Salvatore, the hotel lobby bar; Interlude, a casino lounge and the first-ever restaurant by celebrity chef and television personality Giada De Laurentiis set the resort apart, while the rooftop pool and nightclub experience redefines Las Vegas nightlife culture. Drai’s Beach Club • Nightclub, designed and operated by nightlife impresario, Victor Drai, spans 65,000 square-foot with day and nightlife experiences boasting open-air, panoramic views from 11 stories above the iconic Las Vegas skyline. The Cromwell is also home to the famed venue Drai’s After Hours, located at its original home beneath the boutique hotel. For additional information visitwww.TheCromwell.com, like us on Facebookhttp://facebook.com/cromwellvegas, follow us on Instagram http://instagram.com/cromwellvegas, or on Twitterhttp://twitter.com/cromwellvegas