Singer
Kristine W
KRISTINE W (AND THE STING)
Las Vegas Hilton
3000 Paradise Road
Kristine W (for Weitz) has been knocking 'em dead in the lounges for years and she's finally become a name outside of Las Vegas by way of a couple of recent dance-club hits. She was an easy readers' pick over runner-up Chris Isaak who wowed Hard Rock Hotel crowds. We won't guarantee that a stuffing campaign didn't help the singer win this spot.
Our Pick:
TOM JONES
MGM Grand Hotel
3799 Las Vegas Blvd. South
We liked the "old" Tom Jones well enough, but the updated version is even bigger and badder than before. Instead of wasting time with excessive bumps and grinds, the dignified Welshman is challenging himself with great songs by the likes of George Jones and Otis Redding. His powerful baritone is more than up to the task, and his stately renditions of his own hits makes for a well-rounded and most enjoyable showroom visit.