Chris Young, Peabo Bryson and more headed to Southern California casinos
Cinco de Mayo will soon be celebrated nationwide, and what better way to mark the occasion than with some entertainment at Southern California casinos. Whether you want to hear some norteño or just grab some food and drinks before catching a soul act featured in Disney films or a country singer who won a reality television show.
Be sure to check the official websites for the latest event information.
Intocable
Intocable is a band from Zapata, Texas, that plays norteño and tejano music. In 2011, the Grammy Award-winning group made history by being the first norteño group to perform at a Dallas Cowboys halftime show. The band started in the 1990s and is best known for hits such as “Y Todo para Qué?,” “Llévame En Tu Viaje” and “Alguien Te Va A Hacer Llorar.” 8 p.m. Thursday, May 4, at Fantasy Springs Resort Casino, 84-245 Indio Springs Parkway, Indio. $49-$99. 800-827-2946. fantasyspringsresort.com.
Mohamed Ramadan & DJ Aseel
Mohamed Ramadan is an Egyptian actor, singer and producer. Earlier this year, the artist went viral on Tik Tok after a hashtag with his name reached over 8 million views, spotlighting his Arabic music. Some of the singer’s most notable songs include “Ya Habibi,” “Paris Dubai” and “Ensay.” The Dubai-based Arabic-music artist DJ Aseel, known for incorporating elements of traditional Arabian music into his mixes, will join Ramadan on stage. 8 p.m. May 5 at Harrah’s Resort Southern California, 777 S. Resort Drive, Valley Center. Tickets start at $132. 760-751-3100. harrahssocal.com.
Chris Young
Country singer Chris Young got his first big break when he won the reality television competition show “Nashville Star.” After winning, he released a self-titled album and signed with the country music label RCA Records Nashville. In a recent interview with Sony Music Nashville, Young also credited country singer Reba McEntire as one of the primary influences in his career. His hits include “The Man I Want to Be,” “I’m Comin’ Over” and “Who I Am with You.” 8 p.m. May 5, at Pala Casino Spa & Resort, 11154 Highway 76, Pala. $65-$110; 21-and-older only. 877-946-7252. palacasino.com.
Peabo Bryson
The Grammy-award-winning ballad and soul singer Peabo Bryson has made a name for himself with his collaborations and duets. Most of his duets feature female singers, including Celine Dion, Roberta Flack and Chaka Khan. He has also contributed to Disney soundtracks for “Aladdin” and “Beauty and the Beast.” Bryson’s most notable hits include “If Ever You’re in My Arms Again,” “Can You Stop the Rain,” and “Tonight, I Celebrate My Love.” 9 p.m. May 6 at Morongo Casino Resort & Spa, 49500 Seminole Drive, Cabazon. Tickets start at $39. 951-849 3080. morongocasinoresort.com.