The Alternative Press

HQ Nightclub, Atlantic City’s hottest nightclub located in the heart of Revel, is excited to announce its schedule of music performances for Friday, September 14 – Sunday, September 16.

The 50,000-square-foot club boasts elite VIP service, luxurious amenities and world-renowned artists in addition to an extensive array of resident DJs. HQ Nightclub’s main floor and mezzanine area is now open, which features a state-of-the-art performance area, perfect to host the most-in demand entertainment acts.

The parties begin every Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at 10 p.m. and continue until 4 a.m.  Tickets for events generally range from $30-$40 for men and $20 for women, but pricing may vary during special events and holidays.  Nightly performances for Friday, September 14 – Sunday, September 16 include:

·        Friday, September 14: Roger Sanchez at 10 p.m. GRAMMY® Award-winning producer and DJ Roger Sanchez is one of the world’s most foremost names in house music and a top-global master of the genre. Sanchez, HQ resident DJ, has scored numerous hits in the European and World Charts and remixed tracks for an array of superstars.. As the founder of Stealth Records, Roger has established one of the most upfront imprints in the house music scene. His annual summer residencies on the islands of Ibiza and Mykonos and ongoing residencies in London and Las Vegas have established Sanchez as a leading ambassador of the electronic dance movement.   

·        Saturday, September 15: Paul Oakenfold at 10 p.m. Paul Oakenfold is one of the true legends of dance music and remains one of the leading forces in the global music scene today.
Since pioneering the genre in Ibiza back in 1987, Paul has remained one of the scene’s leading ambassadors. His high profile work with the likes of Madonna, U2 and The Happy Mondays has made him a household name, but it’s his legendary DJ sets to many millions of fans across the globe that have cemented his position as one of the most respected names on the scene.

·        Sunday, September 16: Chris Lake at 10 p.m. Globally recognized as one of the most exciting, forward thinking and cutting edge producers on the scene, Chris Lake’s rare ability to create tracks that fuse elements of house, electro and techno has not been lost on his fellow peers.   The Richard Stockton College of New Jersey, New Jersey’s Distinctive Public College, has earned very high marks in U.S. News and World Report’s annual “America’s Best College’s” edition.

In the listing released by U.S. News and World Report, considered one of the top independent college and university rankings in the nation, Stockton College is placed in the top tier of Best Regional Universities in the North.  Stockton’s placement in the top tier is for the fifth consecutive year.  The College was named among the Top 50 in this category, placing 47^th, a jump of 10 places. Stockton also moved up on the list of Top 15 Public Colleges and Universities and is 11^th. Stockton is ranked with universities offering both undergraduate and master’s programs in the northern region of the U.S.

“We are pleased to be highly ranked again this year by U.S. News and World Report’s ‘America’s Best Colleges’ edition,” Stockton President Herman J. Saatkamp said.  “We have consistently progressed into the rankings, making the Top Tier in 2007 and improving within that tier to our highest rankings ever. We have made this improvement while being compared to truly exceptional peer institutions.”

The U.S. News rankings come on the heels of Stockton’s recent notification its reaccreditation had been fully reaffirmed with two commendations by the Middles States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE) an unusually exceptional finding.

“The strong reaffirmation of our accreditation – along with our high rankings by such independent evaluators as U.S. News and World Report serve as confirmation the College is headed in a very positive direction,” Dr. Saatkamp said.

Stockton’s liberal arts focus, combined with its strength in the sciences and a growing array of professional studies programs, makes Stockton an attractive choice for students,” he noted.

According to Dr. Saatkamp, Stockton has a tradition of offering unique opportunities for students to connect with highly credentialed faculty in research, community service and civic engagement, while achieving graduation and retention rates among the highest in New Jersey.  He said Stockton has delivered this quality educational experience while maintaining accessibility and value.

“Our ranking is significant, especially considering we were listed in the fourth tier in 2003 and the third tier in 2005,” Dr. Saatkamp stated.  “We bypassed the second tier altogether and have consistently moved up within the top tier.  It is fitting that Stockton, a public institution offering academic excellence, diversity, and affordability, is mentioned in the company of such fine colleges and universities nationwide.”

Michael Firestone brings his ultimate  Michael Jackson tribute show,  Moonwalker – THE Reflection of Michael to Resorts Casino Hotel Saturday, September 22, 2012. The Michael Jackson look alike artist not only looks like the King of Pop but imitates him both with spectacular vocals and his signature dance moves.

Michael Firestone was born in New York, has been influenced by music throughout his life and it comes at no surprise that Michael Jackson had the biggest impact musically. Firestone learned to imitate every move, and vocal inflection of the music icon, which led to performances of Jackson's songs during his younger years. As he grew older he turned professional, moved to Vegas and began a career impersonating the King of Pop.

"I didn't know a lot about being an impersonator when I first came to Vegas,” stated Firestone, “in fact I wasn't sure if I could do it. But as I began to do more shows, people began coming up to me after the show and began crying he explained. It's an emotional thing for some people, and after Jackson's tragic death, it become a very emotional thing for me as well.”    

"I work with one of the hottest session bands in the nation to bring across the true felling of a Jackson show as well as some of the most talented dancers in the business,” states Firestone. “My main goal is to accurately portray the Michael Jackson experience right down to his famous moonwalk.”  

Reserved Seats:  $42.50, $40.00, $35.00 (+ service charges). Tickets available at Ticketmaster or at the Superstar Theater Box Office: (800) 736-1420 or visit www.ticketmaster.com

The Golden Nugget Atlantic City welcomes guests to sit back and unwind with the musical stylings of Marco Ricciotti’s “Amore Italiano”, a tribute to The Italian Tenors.

Amore Italiano takes center stage in the Showroom on Friday, October 5 at 9 PM, Saturday, October 6 at 8 PM and Sunday, October 7 at 2 PM and features performances by international stars including Augusto Celsi (Tenor), Andrea Ferreira (Soprano), Marco Santini (Violinist) and Marco Ricciotti (Pianist).

General ticket prices are $40 and premium tickets are $50 inclusive of tax. Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased by calling 866-746-5336, or visiting http://www.goldennugget.com/AtlanticCity/show_performers.asp.

Later in the month, the Golden Nugget Atlantic City thrills audiences with a repeat one-night performance by “1964”… The Tribute. Performing in the newly renovated Showroom on Saturday, October 27 at 8 PM, the Beatles tribute band will take audiences on a journey through a quintessential moment in music history.

“1964”…The Tribute has been entertaining audiences around the globe with what Rolling Stone Magazine has said is the “Best Beatles Tribute on Earth.” Praised by critics and audiences alike, “1964”…The Tribute has accomplished vast success as an astonishingly accurate re-creation of the energy and magic of the Beatles best touring years.  Every detail of the show is on point, from the period instruments, clothing, and hairstyles to the onstage banter.

For more information about “1964”…The Tribute visit http://www.1964thetribute.com/.General ticket prices are $29.95 and premium tickets are $39.95 plus taxes and fee*. VIP tickets are also available for $49.95 plus tax and fee* and include an exclusive meet and greet with “1964”…The Tribute band after the show. Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased by calling 866-746-5336, or visitinghttp://www.goldennugget.com/AtlanticCity/show_performers.asp.*Taxes and $3.95 service fee will be added to all tiers.