In a nightlife ecosystem as cutthroat as Las Vegas, clubs come and go like feathers in the wind. But Ryan Jones has always found solid ground. As the Assistant Vice President of Nightlife for Wynn and Encore Las Vegas, Jones has played an integral role cultivating one of the most formidable power-players in the entertainment capital of the world. Thanks in part to his disruptive marketing strategies, XS Nightclub, Encore Beach Club and the rest of Wynn Nightlife’s properties have long been considered a paragon of innovation in Sin City. However, Jones’ latest triumph is arguably the most impactful brushstroke of his gilded career canvas. He’s credited with launching the first-ever North American nightlife residency of legendary trio Swedish House Mafia, whose return after...
Despite their storied career, it’s been a year of firsts for Swedish House Mafia, whose stunning debut album continues to provide the soundtrack for perhaps the greatest comeback in electronic music history. “There’s always new ground to break,” said Swedish House Mafia’s Steve Angello at the time of the album’s release. The legendary electronic music trio have now announced their first-ever North American DJ residency at Wynn Las Vegas. Sources confirmed to EDM.com that Swedish House Mafia signed a two-year deal to perform at the famed resort’s flagship nightlife venues, Encore Beach Club and XS Nightclub. “We love going from arenas to clubs, from huge epic raves to intimate club shows and then back into the arena,” Angello said in a statement...
Wynn Nightlife and Framework are continuing to build Art of the Wild festival into the premier house and techno festival in Las Vegas. Considering its debut in 2018, Art of the Wild is a relative newcomer to Sin City’s festival scene, though it continues to build strong momentum. Hosted by Wynn’s XS Nightclub and Encore Beach Club, the fest has earned a reputation for assembling top-notch talent and a particularly vibrant atmosphere. In that regard, this year is no different. Art of the Wild organizers have now announced a stellar lineup featuring Diplo, RÜFÜS DU SOL, Claptone, Gorgon City, Maceo Plex and more. A number of prolific electronic brands will also curate stages and bring a unique sonic palette to the table, including Animale, CircoLoco, Elrow, Higher Ground and Real...
After the most tumultuous year in the event’s history, EDC Las Vegas is set to return to Sin City for its most memorable music festival to date. Considering its influence as a major boon to the city’s economy, EDC essentially takes over the city and annually transforms it into an electronic dance music oasis for a week. And after a lost year—marred by a controversial postponement and explosive backlash from fans contrived by the impact of COVID-19—Insomniac founder Pasquale Rotella’s efforts to plan an unforgettable experience are but a foregone conclusion. EDC Las Vegas at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway. Jake West/Insomniac EDC Week 2021 includes over 40 shows at a bevy of the city’s most iconic clubbing destinations as well as its newest venues, Zouk Group̵...
Las Vegas is healing, and the DJs are returning. The next major dance music artist to lock down a coveted Sin City residency is none other than Marshmello. The global superstar will be setting up shop once again with Wynn Nightlife at the fan-favorite Encore Beach Club and XS Nightclub. He’ll join a roster that includes DJ Diesel, The Chainsmokers, David Guetta, Kygo, and Diplo Mello is confirmed to have a total of seven Saturday performances lined up thus far, kicking off on July 3rd during the jam-packed Fourth of July weekend. His residency will continue late into September, leaving ample time for fans to catch him live. Marshmello has landed a 2021 Wynn Nightlife summer residency in Las Vegas. Wynn Nightlife While we’re unable to co...