HE HAD YOU AT "HELLO"

World-renowned music icon (and dad of Nicole), LIONEL RICHIE returns to The Strip for a limited engagement. Richie, who also co-founded The Commodores, has a career that spans over four decades. In the eighties, he went solo and won the “Album of the Year” Grammy award for the best-selling record, “Can’t Slow Down.” “Just Go,” his most recent project, is an album with a decided musical twist and has him working with today’s hottest hitmakers – the likes of Tricky Stewart & The Dream, Stargate and Akon.

Lionel Richie, July 30-31, 8 p.m., The Colosseum, Caesars Palace. Tickets are $75, $95, $125 and $175. To purchase, call Ticketmaster, 1-800-745-3000.

Photo credit: Al Silfen

RIDE 'EM COWBOY!

Get set for what could be country music’s rowdiest summer party as hosted by the one and only TOBY KEITH, as he takes you on his “American Ride” tour. His self-titled debut album included such hit singles as “Should’ve Been a Cowboy” and “Who’s That Man.” In 2001, Keith released “Pull My Chain” which topped the country charts and gave the singer his first Top Ten pop album. His latest project, “American Ride” hit #1 on the Billboard Country Albums Chart.

Toby Keith, July 31, 8 p.m., The Pearl Theater, Palms Hotel. Tickets are $89, $129 and $154. To purchase, call Ticketmaster, 1-800-745-3000.

Photo courtesy Richard MacLaren

GLAM NATION

American Idol Season 8 runner-up and controversial Performer ADAM LAMBERT is set to entertain the beach crowd at Mandalay Bay. Although he didn’t win, he has managed to find success, post-Idol, with the release of his debut album, “For Your Entertainment.” His single, “Whataya Want from Me,” reached the Top 10 on the Billboard 100 and continues to play on radio stations worldwide. Sometimes, it just doesn’t pay to be “No. 1.”

Adam Lambert with Orianthi, July 31, 9 p.m., Concerts on the Beach, Mandalay Bay. Tickets are $40, inclusive of tax and fees. To purchase, call 702-632-7580.

WALK THIS WAY

“America’s Greatest Rock and Roll Band,” AEROSMITH makes a spectacular return to Las Vegas with their “Cocked, Locked, Ready to Rock Tour.” Fronted by lead singer Steven Tyler, the group is the best-selling American rock band of all time, having sold more than 150 million albums worldwide. The band also holds the record for the most gold and multi-platinum albums by an American group; scoring 21 Top 40 hits on the Billboard Hot 100. Ranked #57 in Roling Stone magazine’s 100 Greatest Artists of All Time, they were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2001.

Aerosmith with special guest Sammy Hagar and the Wabos, July 31, 8 p.m., MGM Grand Garden Arena. Tickets are $57.75, $99.74 and $194.25. To purchase, call Ticketmaster, 1-800-745-3000.

OF PAST AND PRESENT
Thursday, July 29

Last few days to catch the mixed media exhibit OF PAST AND PRESENT at The Lost City Museum in Overton on State Route 169. Open 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Thursday-Sunday, $5 admission charge.

DIVAS LAS VEGAS
Friday, July 30

Frank Marino’s DIVAS LAS VEGAS at the Imperial Palace goes on an earlier time slot – at 7 p.m. and runs through August 5. Tickets are $69 and $79, call 702-794-3261.

TOM PAPA
Saturday, July 31

The Orleans Summer Comedy Series, starring TOM PAPA returns to Las Vegas. July 31-August 1, Orleans Showroom, 8 p.m. show time. Tickets start at $19.95. Call 702-365-7075.

LEVEL 42
Sunday, August 1

‘80’s pop group LEVEL 42 plays The Crown Theater at Rio All-Suite Hotel. Show time is 8 p.m., tickets are $27. Call 1-888-746-7784.

THE LIBERACE MUSEUM
Monday, August 2

THE LIBERACE MUSEUM offers discounted rates throughout the summer - $10 for adults and $8 for seniors and students. 1775 East Tropicana Avenue, open daily, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday-Saturday; 12-4 p.m., Sunday; 702-798-5595.

Get ready to rock with THE SCORPIONS on their “Get Your Sting and Blackout” farewell world tour and to celebrate their new album, “Sting in the Tail.” Show time is 7 p.m., Thomas & Mack Center. Tickets are $28, $48 and $68, to purchase, call 702-739-3267.

Here’s a novel idea for a new way to work out – why not try the free line dancing lessons at STONEY’S NORTH FORTY? Music (and dance) lovers of all ages can learn to do the “Cowboy Hustle,” “Tush Push,” or even the “Cotton Eyed Joe.” With such descriptive names, an entry to “So You Think You Can Dance?” can’t be too far behind. 5990 Centennial Center Boulevard; free lessons are offered 7:30-8:30 p.m., Wednesday-Saturday.

ETC.

• JULY WINE DINNER, July 29, 7 p.m., Panevino Ristorante, $99 per person, call 702-222-2400
• REGGAE FEST, July 29, 9 p.m., Palms Pool & Bungalows, $10, $30, call Ticketmaster, 1-800-745-3000
• TOPHER KOZA AT THE PIANO, July 29, 9:30 p.m., Freakin’ Frog, 4700 S. Maryland Parkway, free admission
• FRANKIE VALLI, July 31, 8 p.m., Star of the Desert Arena, Buffalo Bill’s, Primm, $39.95, $54.95, 1-888-386-7867
• BIG HEAD TODD AND THE MONSTERS, July 31, 10 p.m., Party on the Rocks, Red Rock Resort, $20, call 702-547-5300
• BETTER THAN EZRA, July 31, 8 p.m., Silverton Casino, $30, call 702-263-7777
• JAY WHITE, July 31-August 1, 7:30 p.m., Suncoast Showroom, Suncoast Hotel, from $29.95, call 702-636-7075
• MOVIE: ZOMBIE STRIPPERS, August 4, 7-9 p.m., Erotic Heritage Museum, $10