It’s sometimes said, the best of times are spent with family. And, there’s no truer statement then when someone is talking about our ‘Rod family’. You know, those people who love the music and life of Rod Stewart as much as you. This past Friday in Las Vegas, several Rod fans from around the world shared endless smiles and laughs, whilst most comfortably immersed in the music of Rod Stewart. Rod videos streamed on the countless monitors throughout the pub, while the sound system carried a Rod Stewart music anthology from 1964 to 2013.
The Siren Strings Quartet opened the live music session with a wonderful medley, consisting of People Get Ready, Young Turks, Do Ya think I’m Sexy, and concluding with ‘the Stripper’, as the intro to Vic Vaga’s tribute gig. Vic and the band gave it their all, entertaining the crowd through a fabulous set. For many fans, Rod impersonators leave much to be desired, as no one can copy the greatest on stage performer in music history. But I must say, Vic is quite an entertainer in his own right and lucky for all of us, he sings the songs we want to hear.
The night’s attendance reached over 100 people; 40 or so came for the party and the rest in attendance joined in the festivities, clearly happy they landed in the Firkin Pub on this night.
It is somewhat difficult to describe how effortless the friendships can be and how easy the conversation flows from the first hello. The goodbyes are never easy, but at this particular party everyone knew Rod was set to take the stage at Caeser’s Palace the following two nights, so after several hours together, it was easy to roll out of the place and start preparing for the magic of Rod’s live performances.
If you haven’t made the effort to attend a Rod fan party, a pre or post-concert get together, I encourage you to do so the next chance you get. You are sure to find it all to be a very satisfying experience to add to your love for all things Rod Stewart.
Pictures Mike Gregor
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