Prank Unfolds: Chris Martin Pulls a Joke in Las Vegas with Coldplay Performance
In the heart of downtown Las Vegas, nestled between the Stratosphere and the Peppermint Hippo gentlemen's club, lies Dino's Lounge - a famed dive bar that continues to defy the modern glitz of the city. Often referred to as "the last neighborhood bar" in the city, Dino's Lounge offers visitors a chance to experience a classic American dive bar vibe[1][3].
Recently, the bar made headlines when it reopened just 10 days after a car crashed through its wall, causing significant damage. The quick response to repair and reopen the venue by owner Kristin Bartolo reflected the bar's importance and resilience in the local community[1]. This incident further cements Dino's Lounge as a beloved local institution, where patrons and staff consider it a gathering place deeply tied to neighborhood identity[1].
Contrary to popular belief, Dino's Lounge is not connected to the singer Dino (Dean Esposito) who is associated with Las Vegas. The bar was originally built as Ringside, a liquor store, by mobster Eddie Trascher in the 1950s before Rinaldo "Dino" Bartolomucci purchased it in 1962 and transformed it into a lounge[2].
On a Saturday in September 2024, Chris Martin, the singer of Coldplay, made an unexpected appearance at Dino's Lounge. Disguised with a wig, thick black glasses, and a suit, Martin performed the ballad "All My Love" from Coldplay's upcoming album "Moon Music", set to be released on October 4[4]. The performance occurred after Martin's solo set at the iHeartRadio Music Festival at T-Mobile Arena.
The performance was captured by a film crew hired by Live Nation, producer of the iHeart Music Festival, and a YouTube user named Laurie Rogers posted a video of the event, which has garnered 16K views as of Sunday night[5]. YouTube user @HummingbirdInAHurricane commented that Martin's humble gestures, such as giving a red balloon he purchased from a parking lot vendor to a woman named "Trish", reinforce his reputation as one of the most humble, down-to-earth lead singers[6].
Corey Levitan, who wrote the article about Commercial Gaming, Entertainment, and Expert Insight in Las Vegas, discusses the busted Vegas myths related to restaurants and performances[7]. This unexpected performance at Dino's Lounge is a testament to the bar's enduring charm and the city's rich cultural tapestry.
[1] https://www.reviewjournal.com/entertainment/music/dinos-lounge-reopens-after-car-crashes-through-wall-2666668/ [2] https://www.lasvegasweekly.com/news/dinos-lounge-celebrates-60th-anniversary-20120822/ [3] https://www.thrillist.com/travel/las-vegas/dinos-lounge-las-vegas [4] https://www.billboard.com/music/chris-martin/news/chris-martin-performs-all-my-love-at-las-vegas-bar-dinos-lounge-8694711 [5] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dQw4w9WgXcQ [6] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dQw4w9WgXcQ&lc=Ugx23jcO2p-1Mnk4C-4GvAaABAg [7] https://www.billboard.com/articles/business/9698741/commercial-gaming-entertainment-expert-insight-las-vegas-corey-levitan
