Carlos Mencia, The Nelson Twins-LVBST w/Comedian Michele LaFong
May 2, 2013 6pm-7pm PST 1230AM in LV & Web
Comedian Carlos Mencia, The Nelson Twins guest on Las Vegas Backstage Talk Radio Show on 1230AM, KLAV in Las Vegas and The Web.
In a candid “comic to comic” videotaped interview at Treasure Island, following Mencia’s phone interview on our radio show, Carlos answers accusations of stealing comedy material from his peers, which led to the cancellation of “Mind of Mencia” on Comedy Central.
One of the controversial youtube videos that LaFong discussed with Mencia is posted on the link below:
Comic Joe Rogan confronts Carlos Mencia about stealing material from fellow comics during a set he was performing at The Comedy Store. http://youtu.be/gdugSUFbzws
Currently on the road with his “C 4 URself” Tour, comedic superstar Carlos Mencia. Mencia has appearances on television shows including “In Living Color” and “An Evening at the Improv.” In 2000, he released a comedy album called “Take a Joke, America” that showcased his brand of confrontational humor. In 2002, he received a CableACE Award nomination for “Best Stand-Up Comedy Special” for his HBO special, and was featured on “Comedy Central Presents” later that year. In early 2005, “Mind of Mencia” debuted on Comedy Central, which drew an average of 1.5 million viewers. His most recent Comedy Central special, “New Territory,” debuted in December 2011.
His acting credits include starring opposite Ben Stiller and Michelle Monaghan in 2007’s “The Heartbreak Kid,” and in 2010 he starred in “Our Family Wedding” with Forrest Whittaker and America Ferrara.
Mencia will be featured in Michele LaFong’s Syndicated Monthly Columns, “Las Vegas Backstage Talk,” in Casino Player Magazine, and “Getting Personal with The Stars” in Gaming Today, and Feature Interviews in CP (Casino Player Magazine.)
For more about Carlos Mencia, click here–>
You can catch Carlos Mencia at TI
Treasure Island Theatre, Fri. May 3 9:00pm
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Jon Taffer, Dave Attell-LV Backstage Talk-w/Comedian Michele LaFong
Feb. 21, 2013, 6pm-7pm PST 1230AM in LV, & The Web
Star of “Bar Rescue” on Spike TV
Jon Taffer, Host and Executive Producer, “Bar Rescue,” returns on Las Vegas Backstage Talk with Comedian Michele LaFong on 1230AM, in Las Vegas and The Web.
In the summer of 2011, Spike TV debuted “Bar Rescue,” a documentary-style series spotlighting Jon Taffer as he gives struggling restaurants and bars a last chance to succeed. Focusing on one establishment each week, the series puts Taffer at the heart of the storm: helping to improve every facet of an American restaurant or bar: from its theming to staffing, pricing to promotions, menus to music. If there’s anyone who can save it from going belly-up, it’s Jon Taffer. If not, it’s toast. The series has been renewed and just returned for a third season.
Within the greater nightclub, bar and restaurant industry, there is no greater authority than Jon Taffer. With close to three decades of hands-on experience, Taffer is two-time winner of the Bar Operator of the Year award, among a myriad of other honors, and his renowned method of management, “Taffer Dynamics,” has become the gold standard of the industry. As chairman of Taffer Dynamics and President of the Nightclub & Bar Media Group, Taffer is a highly respected industry expert, management guru and television star as well. Taffer is a coveted keynote speaker at major industry conventions and events.
Jon Taffer will soon be featured in Comedian Michele LaFong’s Syndicated “Las Vegas Backstage Talk” Column in Casino Player Magazine.
For more about Jon Taffer: tafferdynamics.com
Comic/Writer Dave Attell
Dave Attell is currently the creator and host of “Dave’s Old Porn” on Showtime. “Dave’s Old Porn” has featured such talent as Whitney Cummings, Chelsea Handler, Adam Carolla and Daniel Tosh. Season two will be airing this fall.
After four seasons of “Insomniac,” Attell taped several hour-long “Insomniac” specials overseas in Japan, Germany, England and Brazil. Once back in the states, he headed out on a thirty-five city theatre tour ending in Vegas, where he hosted a two-hour special for Comedy Central featuring Sean Rouse, Greg Geraldo and Dane Cook, some of the biggest comics in the country.
Dave Attell has made numerous appearances on “The Late Show with David Letterman,” “The Tonight Show with Jay Leno,” “Late Night with Conan O’Brien,” “The Howard Stern Show,” “Last Call with Carson Daly” and “The Daily Show with Jon Stewart”. He also appeared in Chris Rock’s cult film “Pootie Tang”. Other television credits include FOX’s “Arrested Development,” NBC’s “Ed,” HBO, Comedy Central’s “Tough Crowd with Colin Quinn” and his own half-hour stand-up special “Comedy Central Presents Dave Attell”.
Comedy Central Presents Dave Attell & Jim Norton at The MGM Grand Hollywood Theatre Feb.22 & 23 For tickets go to: daveattell.com
TweetSteve Byrne, Gregory Popovich-LVBST w/Comedian Michele LaFong
Jan. 24, 2013-6pm-7pm PST 1230AM in LV & The Web
Steve Byrne, star of the new hit TBS half hour comedy sitcom Sullivan & Son, guests on Las Vegas Backstage Talk Radio Show with Comedian Michele LaFong on 1230 AM in Las Vegas and The Web.
In the three segment interview with Host, Comedian Michele LaFong, Steve spoke about his fifteen year stand-up career, and long-time firendships with three of the cast members that he brought onto TBS’ new hit series including Actor Vince Vaughn.
Described by many as the new “Cheers,” The show is based on Steve Sullivan (played by Byrne) leaving behind his life in New York as a successful corporate attorney to take over the family bar in a working-class Pittsburgh neighborhood. The first ten episodes averaged over 2.5 million viewers and new episodes will appear on TBS in 2013.
Steve’s standup has been featured on several shows including NBC’s The Tonight Show, ABC’s Jimmy Kimmel Live, and TBS’s Conan. He has also appeared in the hit comedies The Dilemma, Couples Retreat, and Four Christmases. His most recent hour special, The Byrne Identity, premiered last year on Comedy Central to rave reviews.
A true international comedian, Byrne has performed to sold-out crowds around the world. He has been a featured comic at the Just For Laughs Festival (in Montreal, Toronto and Chicago), and he has been a part of several national comedy tours including Vince Vaughn’s Wild West Comedy Tour, The Kims Of Comedy, and most recently The Sullivan & Son Comedy Tour. As a big supporter of the US troops, Steve has headlined several USO tours in Afghanistan, Iraq, Japan and Guam.
Steve’s lack of ego and outstanding work ethic has helped him become one of today’s most respected comedians.
More about Steve Byrne here–>
You can catch Steve Byrne headlining at South Point.
The Showroom at South Point, Fri. & Sat., Feb. 1st – 2nd 7:30pm
World Famous Popovich Comedy Pet Theater
Comedy Pet Theater features an amazing cast of housecats, dogs, parrots. even geese and mice! Critics describe it as a unique blend of comedy, world-champion juggling, and the extraordinary talents of more than 30 performing pets. Gregory Popovich has rescued the animals from shelters all over the country and transformed them into Las Vegas stars! Popovich is a fifth-generation circus performer who learned early on how to develop strong bonds with animals. He released his first book “You CAN Train Your Cat” in late 2009 and has been featured on The Tonight Show, David Letterman and in USA Today, just to name a few.
Gregory Popovich will be featured in Comedian Michele LaFong’s Syndicated “Las Vegas Backstage Talk” Column in August’s edition of Casino Player Magazine.
Currently On Tour!
For more info about Popovitch, CLICK HERE!
You can listen to a recording of our show below!
Carlos Mencia, Esteban-LV Backstage Talk w/Comedian Michele LaFong
Sept. 13, 2012 6pm-7pm PST 1230AM in LV & The Web
Comedian Carlos Mencia returns on Las Vegas Backstage Talk Radio Show on 970 AM KNUU, now 1230AM in Las Vegas and The Web. In a candid “comic to comic” videotaped interview at Treasure Island, following Mencia’s phone interview on our radio show, Carlos reveals the true story behind his lack of popularity amongst his comic peers, since his success on “Mind of Mencia” on Comedy Central.
On the road with his “C 4 URself” Tour, comedic superstar Carlos Mencia. Mencia has appearances on television shows including “In Living Color” and “An Evening at the Improv.” In 2000, he released a comedy album called “Take a Joke, America” that showcased his brand of confrontational humor. In 2002, he received a CableACE Award nomination for “Best Stand-Up Comedy Special” for his HBO special, and was featured on “Comedy Central Presents” later that year. In early 2005, “Mind of Mencia” debuted on Comedy Central, which drew an average of 1.5 million viewers. His most recent Comedy Central special, “New Territory,” debuted in December 2011.
His acting credits include starring opposite Ben Stiller and Michelle Monaghan in 2007’s “The Heartbreak Kid,” and in 2010 he starred in “Our Family Wedding” with Forrest Whittaker and America Ferrara.
Mencia will be featured in Comedian Michele LaFong’s Syndicated Monthly “Las Vegas Backstage Talk” column in Casino Player Magazine.
For more about Carlos Mencia, click here–>
You can catch Carlos Mencia at Treasure Island
Treasure Island Theatre, Fri. Sept. 14th 9:00pm
Musician “Man in Black” – Esteban
Esteban, will be live in-studio on Las Vegas Backstage Talk Radio Show on 970 AM KNUU, in Las Vegas, and The Web.
The magical artistry of “Esteban,” and his guitar, will make its debut at The Smith Center, Thursday, Sept. 13, and Sunday, Sept. 16, 2012. A Las Vegas resident, “Esteban,” will perform along with his daughter, violinist Teresa Joy, and his band of outstanding musicians. Show times are set for 7 p.m.
After a relentless pursuit in Los Angeles, Segovia finally permitted Esteban to play for him in 1974. When Segovia heard Esteban play, he invited him to Santiago de Compostela, in northern Spain, for master classes. After these classes, Segovia invited Esteban to Madrid to study privately with the maestro in Segovia’s famous 4th floor studio. For four years, Esteban studied with the master in Spain and in the U.S. In 1978, Segovia gave Esteban his endorsement. Esteban returned to the U.S. and began touring.
Since then, Esteban has topped the Billboard charts many times with his numerous albums, videos and DVDs, and has had first-time music history successes never before accomplished by any guitarist. He has been on the front page of the Wall Street Journal for his famous appearances and record-setting album sales on Home Shopping Network.
More about Esteban here–>
You can catch Esteban at The Smith Center, Cabaret Jazz Theater – Sept, 13th & 16th – 7:00pm
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You can listen to a recording of our show below!
Deana Martin, John Bizarre-LVBST w/Comedian Michele LaFong
Jun. 14, 2012 6pm-7pm PST 1230AM in LV & The Web
Deana Martin, daughter of Dean Martin, and Comedian/Director/Producer John Bizarre, guest on Las Vegas Backstage Talk radio show with Comedian Michele LaFong.
Deana is featured in Michele LaFong’s Monthly Syndicated Column “Getting Personal with the Stars” in Gaming Today, and will be soon featured in LaFong’s “Las Vegas Backstage Talk” Monthly Column in Casino Player Magazine.
Deana Martin is an influential American singer, actor and performer and the very proud daughter of iconic entertainer, Dean Martin. Deana achieved success early in her career in films, theater and television, then quickly added to her repertoire — recording artist, best-selling author, nationally syndicated radio host, licensed pilot, and entrepreneur. As an internationally acclaimed entertainer, hit recording artist and an in-demand performer, playing to sold-out audiences worldwide, Deana has become an instantly recognizable voice and figure in the pantheon of The Great American Songbook. Also, celebrated author, Martin found herself on the New York Times coveted Best Seller list with her 2004 memoir, “Memories Are Made Of This: Dean Martin Through His Daughters Eyes.”
Seeing Deana Martin in a live performance, you get the sense that there is nothing she cannot do. At the South Point, Deana will perform one of her most requested shows, “Deana Sings Dino,” where she sings such hits made famous by her illustrious father as, “Memories Are Made of This,” “That’s Amore,” and “Everybody Loves Somebody,” and many more. Like her Dad, Deana makes it all look so easy, and audiences can’t get enough.
More about the very talented singer / entertainer, Deana Martin here.
You can catch Deana Martin in “Deana Sings Dino” at The South Point Showroom.
The Showroom at South Point, June 22nd & 23rd – 7:30pm.
Film Maker / Comic – John Bizarre
The wildly animated “cartoonish” face of JOHN BIZARRE, coupled with his rapid pace and quick delivery have landed him numerous T.V. and film appearances. A club favorite, John’s peculiar and unconventional take on human existence has won him die-hard fans across the county.
John Bizarre has been featured on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, The District with Craig T. Nelson, The Drew Carey Show, Talk Soup and The Test on E! Entertainment. He has also appeared on MTV, Showtime, A&E, FOX, Comedy Central, dozens of commercials, and authored two books, Giving You The Stink Eye and It So Doesn’t Suck To Be You.
Bizarre’s interview is posted on lasvegasbackstagetalk.com website. Click on VIDEOS on menu bar.
For more about John Bizarre, click here.
You can catch John Bizarre at The Orleans.
Big Al’s Comedy Club, June 13th – 17th – 8:00pm.
You can listen to a recording of our show below!
Bethany Owen, John Bizarre-Las Vegas Backstage Talk w/Comedian Michele LaFong
Jan. 26, 2012 6pm-7pm PST 1230AM in LV & The Web
Singing Impressionist Bethany Owen, guests on LVBST Radio Show with Comedian Michele LaFong.
Bethany Owen is known as the Woman of 1001 Voices and Faces and holds the world title of “Best Female Voice Impressionist”. She has the ability to mimic the human voice. She has over 50 famous female superstars that she includes in her one-woman stage show.
Bethany combines her music, comedy in her impressions of Cher, Marilyn Monroe, Tina Turner, Liza and Judy Garland, to name a few. She has perfected the looks of the character with spot on body language and facial expressions.
For more about Bethany Owen, click here.
You can catch “One Voice – Starring Bethany Owen” at The Rio All Suite Casino and Hotel
Opening Day on Jan. 27, on-going Tuesday – Sunday 2:30pm Daily
Film Maker / Comic – John Bizarre
The wildly animated “cartoonish” face of JOHN BIZARRE, coupled with his rapid pace and quick delivery have landed him numerous T.V. and film appearances. A club favorite, John’s peculiar and unconventional take on human existence has won him die-hard fans across the county.
John Bizarre has been featured on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, The District with Craig T. Nelson, The Drew Carey Show, Talk Soup and The Test on E! Entertainment. He has also appeared on MTV, Showtime, A&E, FOX, Comedy Central, dozens of commercials, and authored two books, Giving You The Stink Eye and It So Doesn’t Suck To Be You.
Bizarre will soon be featured in Comedian Michele LaFong’s Syndicated Monthly “Las Vegas Backstage Talk” Column In Casino Player Magazine, and “Getting Personal with the Stars” Syndicated Monthly Column in Gaming Today.
John’s videotaped in-studio interview is posted on lasvegasbackstagetalk.com
For more about John Bizarre, click here.
You can listen to a recording of our show below!
