FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Grammy-Nominated Singer/Songwriter Kesha To Headline
Humana Rock 'n' Roll Las Vegas Marathon & 1/2 Marathon Pre-Race Concert
At Las Vegas Festival Grounds On Saturday Night
LAS VEGAS (May 30, 2019) - The Rock 'n' Roll Marathon Series® announced
today that GRAMMY-nominated, Multi-Platinum singer/songwriter Kesha will
headline a free concert as part of the 2019 Humana Rock 'n' Roll® Las Vegas
Marathon & 1/2 Marathon, the biggest and best night race in the world.
Based on runner feedback, race organizers also announced the decision to
move the concert to the Saturday night before Sunday's main event allowing
for runners participating in any distance the ability to enjoy the
performance. Kesha will get the expected 40,000 registered athletes along
with their family, friends and local community moving at Las Vegas Festival
Grounds following the 5K night run on Saturday, Nov. 16. The marathon, half
marathon and 10K will follow on Sunday, Nov. 17 under the glitz and glamor
of Las Vegas, giving runners the unique and exclusive ability to Run the
Strip at Night™ with music and entertainment throughout.
"Closing down the Las Vegas Strip for runners is a big deal, and we wanted
to find a performer to match that level of excitement over race
weekend-Kesha fits the bill perfectly and should give our athletes a great
'shake out' the night before the 10K, half marathon and marathon," said
Stacey Campbell, Executive Race Director for Rock 'n' Roll Las Vegas
Marathon & 1/2 Marathon. "Kesha's music embodies the inclusive and
energetic nature of the running community, and the new Saturday night
concert will set the tone for an unforgettable experience for participants
and the local community. We're thrilled that she will be the first female
headliner to grace the Humana Rock 'n' Roll Las Vegas stage."
Kesha adds, "Singing for the runners of the Rock 'n' Roll Las Vegas race
will be a unique experience. Runners have an inherent energy and strength
that reveals amazing self-empowerment, focus and determination to get
through the toughest moments, which is something I can relate to. It's an
honor to join the acclaimed performers that have headlined this event in
previous years, and I can't wait to bring my own wild, fun, and hopefully
encouraging running-conducive energy for everyone to enjoy for the big
race!!!"
With over 100 million digital tracks and streams sold worldwide, Kesha has
had an impressive 10 Top 10 tracks on the Billboard Hot 100 and received
dozens of nominations from the GRAMMY Awards, American Music Awards,
Billboard Music Awards, and others. Her most recent album 'Rainbow' was
called an "artistic feat" by Entertainment Weekly and "the best music of
her career" by Rolling Stone. Kesha becomes the first female headliner for
the Humana Rock 'n' Roll Las Vegas, joining the ranks of other past
performers, including The Goo Goo Dolls, Kid Rock, All-American Rejects,
Capital Cities, Snoop Dogg, and Macklemore, whom she toured with last year.
"Vegas is excited for the addition of Kesha to the Rock 'n' Roll Marathon
weekend," said Pat Christenson, President of Las Vegas Events. "The new
Saturday night concert will be great for participants and the city. We're
looking forward to welcoming participants from around the world to enjoy a
memorable race experience!"
In addition to Kesha's headlining concert on Saturday night, live bands and
DJs of every genre will play along the racecourse on race day Sunday
encouraging runners as they make their way to the finish line. There are
also plans to announce additional pre-race entertainment for participants
on Sunday.
Runners of all levels will descend upon the Vegas Strip on November 16-17
and use the Beat in Their Feet™ for a one-of-a-kind night race experience
at the 2019 Humana Rock 'n' Roll Las Vegas Marathon & 1/2 Marathon. The
approximately 40,000 runners will take in the sights and sounds of Vegas as
they pass the iconic 'Welcome to Las Vegas' sign, The Fountains of
Bellagio, Fremont St., downtown Las Vegas, and Volcano at The Mirage Hotel
& Casino. With runners coming from all 50 states, last year saw 86
countries, regions and territories from as far as United Arab Emirates,
Australia, China, and South Africa represented for their chance to Run the
Strip at Night on the famed Las Vegas Boulevard.
Participants will pick up race packets at the three-day Health & Fitness
Expo taking place November 14-16 located in the Las Vegas Convention
Center, where they will be able to shop the latest and greatest in running
and nutrition trends.
All media interested in covering the event can register for media
credentials at www.runrocknroll.com/en/Press.
For more information or to register for the Humana Rock 'n' Roll Las Vegas
Marathon & 1/2 Marathon, visit www.runrocknroll.com/Las-Vegas. For more
information on the Rock 'n' Roll Marathon Series, please visit
www.runrocknroll.com. Media may contact
About Rock 'n' Roll Marathon Series
The Rock 'n' Roll Marathon Series® is the world's largest running series
taking part in over 30 destination events around the world every year.
Established in 1998, the Rock 'n' Roll Marathon Series simple idea of
making running fun has transformed both the U.S. and global running
landscape by infusing the course with live bands, cheer teams and
entertaining water stations, creating a block-party atmosphere for
participants and spectators alike. Focused on running, music and community,
race weekend kicks off with a free Health & Fitness Expo showcasing the
latest in running gear, sports apparel, health and nutritional information
and much more. Events culminate with an entertaining finish-line festival
featuring some of the biggest names in music, with past performances
including Macklemore & Ryan Lewis, O.A.R. Aloe Blacc, Pitbull, Flo Rida,
The Band Perry, Fitz and the Tantrums, the Goo Goo Dolls and Bret Michaels.
Further information about the Rock 'n' Roll Marathon Series can be found
online at www.RunRocknRoll.com and follow @RunRocknRoll on all social
platforms.
About The IRONMAN Group
As part of Wanda Sports Holdings, The IRONMAN Group operates a global
portfolio of events that includes the IRONMAN® Triathlon Series, the
IRONMAN® 70.3® Triathlon Series, 5150™ Triathlon Series, the Rock 'n' Roll
Marathon Series®, Iron Girl®, IRONKIDS®, International Triathlon Union
World Triathlon Series races, road cycling events including the Velothon®
Series, mountain bike races including the Absa Cape Epic®, premier
marathons including the Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon, trail
running like Ultra-Trail Australia™, and other multisport races. IRONMAN's
events, together with all other Wanda Sports Holdings events, provide more
than a million participants annually the benefits of endurance sports
through the company's vast offerings. The iconic IRONMAN® Series of events
is the largest participation sports platform in the world. Since the
inception of the IRONMAN® brand in 1978, athletes have proven that ANYTHING
IS POSSIBLE® by crossing finish lines at the world's most challenging
endurance races. Beginning as a single race, IRONMAN has grown to become a
global sensation with more than 230 events across 53 countries. For more
information, visit www.ironman.com.
About Las Vegas Festival Grounds
Las Vegas Festival Grounds is a multi-purpose outdoor venue located along
the famed Las Vegas Strip on the southwest corner of Sahara Avenue and Las
Vegas Blvd. Spanning nearly 40 acres and accommodating up to 80,000 fans
for an event, the site boasts a permanent stage, 400 permanent restrooms
and a 7.5-acre dedicated transportation area. The Festival Grounds provides
a great fan experience during all events with turf throughout the property,
food and beverage outlets, as well as trees providing shade for fans in
attendance. The Las Vegas Festival Grounds has hosted Rock in Rio and ACM
Party for a Cause Festival, as well as a number of major conventions.
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