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Gabriel Iglesias: A stand-up comic for the masses

Gabriel Iglesias, who performs Thursday through Saturday at The Mirage, was an opening act for a comedy legend, George Carlin, near the end of Carlin’s career. Of course, Carlin was well-known for his political and topical humor.

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RJ columnist Robin Leach recovering from mini-stroke

It could be at least a month before 76-year-old Robin Leach returns to coming the scene and writing his daily column in the R-J.

George Maloof, Palms honor and remember Hugh Hefner

The past and current owners of the Palms are honoring Hugh Hefner today, a day after the publishing icon and cultural trailblazer died at age 91 at Playboy Mansion.

Santana, Isley Brothers give ‘Peace’ a chance

“Power of Peace” is filled with such classic covers as Stevie Wonder’s “Higher Ground,” Billie Holiday’s “God Bless the Child,” and Curtis Mayfield’s “Gypsy Woman.”

Bronson Band whips up tribute to Gregg Allman

Lon Bronson’s first call upon hearing of Gregg Allman’s death was to Jim Buck. Buck was busy, but he found a way to play “Whipping Post” to honor Allman.