Van Halen in Concert
American hard rock band Van Halen will be performing at the Staples Center on June 1 and June 9!
The band was first discovered all the way back in 1977, when Gene Simmons from Kiss recommended the band to Warner Brothers Records after hearing them play. Van Halen came out on the hard rock scene in full force in 1978 with their fantastic self-titled debut album, selling well over 10 million copies and debuting in the top 20 on the US Billboard. Three of the most popular singles that came from the album are “You Really Got Me,” “Runnin’ with the Devil,” and Ain’tTalkin’ bout Love.”
In the 1980’s Van Halen transformed themselves from a well-known rock band to one of the greatest rock bands of all time, with a string of great albums. Two of them are Diver Down and 5150. Diver Down was certified 4x platinum in the United States, peaking at 126 on the US Billboard 200. It included hit singles such as “(Oh) Pretty Woman,” and “Dancing in the Street,” with both of them reaching in the top 40 on the Billboard Hot 100. 5150 was certified 6x platinum in the United States, peaking to number one on US Billboard 200 in 1986. The most popular single on the album was “Why Can’t This Be Love,” which peaked at number 3 on the Billboard Hot 100 and number 1 on Album Rock Tracks.
After going on a hiatus from the last album Van Halen III in 1998, the band released its newest album, A Different Kind of Truth, on February 7, 2012. It was met by unanimous critical acclaim, and has since reached number 2 on the US Billboard 200, and number one on the US Rock Albums and Hard Rocks Albums lists. Get your tickets now to see Van Halen in concert live before it is too late!
Maná Performing at Staples Center
Come see one of the top Mexican pop rock bands in the world perform at the Staples Center on April 19, 20, and 25!
Maná has been wowing fans with their music since 1986, when Jose Fernando Olvera and Gustavo Orozco joined with Alex Gonzalez in Guadalajara, Mexico. Their first break-through hit was “Rayando el Sol,” which the band played many times all throughout Latin America in the late 1980s.
In the early 1990s the band released their second studio album titled “DóndeJugarán los Niños?” This was the album that catapulted Maná from being well known in Latin America to being well known throughout the entire world. Some of the many hits on the album included “OyeMi Amor,” “Vivir Sin Aire,” Como teDeseo,” and “De pies a cabeza.” The album peaked as high as number two on the US Billboard Latin Pop Albums Chart and number four on the Top Latin Albums Chart. Since its release it has been certified 12x platinum in the United States and 2x platinum in Argentina.
After the 1990s came and went, Maná continued to produce great Latin music in the 2000s. One of the more notable albums was “Revolución de Amor,” comprised of hits such as “Ay, Doctor,” and “Mariposa Traicionera.” It has been one of Maná’s bestselling albums to date, being certified 7x platinum in Argentina, 3x platinum in Mexico, and gold in the United States. It peaked at the top spot on the US Billboard Top Latin Albums and number 22 on the US Billboard 200.
The most recent album from the iconic Mexican band is “Drama y Luz,” which was released on April 12, 2011. Three songs on the album have reached the top spot on the US Billboard Hot Latin Tracks list since then: “Lluvia al Corazón,” “Amor Clandestino,” and “ElVerdadero Amor Perdona.” It has since been certified 2x platinum in the United States, showing that Maná continues to be one of the best Latin pop rock groups in the world today. Get your tickets now to see this amazing band in concert!
LA Sparks Begin Season at Staples Center May 20!
Get your tickets now to see the Los Angeles Sparks in action for the 2012 WNBA Season!
The Los Angeles Sparks have been one of the most successful WNBA franchises since the league first began back in 1997. Since that time the Sparks have made it into the playoffs 11 times, winning three conference titles and two championships in 2001 and 2002.
One of the most iconic players not only in Sparks history but also WNBA history was Lisa Leslie, who played with the team from 1997 until 2009. Her record clearly speaks for itself, as she was selected to the WNBA All-Star game eight times along with the First-Team All-WNBA, won three WNBA MVP awards in 2001, 2004, and 2006, and also won four Olympic gold medals over her basketball career. She is most known for being the first WNBA player to dunk in a game on July 12, 2002. She is currently the Sparks’ all-time leader in both scoring and rebounding.
Since the departure of Lisa Leslie, the Sparks were able to select Candace Parker with the first overall pick in 2008, and he has played an influential role with the team ever since. Parker was a part of the Tennessee Lady Volunteers’ back-to-back NCAA championships 2007-2008 and was one of the most highly touted prospects in WNBA history. Since joining the team Parker won the Rookie of the Year Award and WNBA MVP in 2008 and was selected to the All-Star game in 2011.
In 2011 the Sparks finished with a record of 15-19, with Candace Parker missing significant time with an injury. With another first overall pick in the offseason, the Sparks selected Nneka Ogwumike, a star forward from Stanford. With a healthy Parker along with Ogwumike, Alana Beard, and Kristi Toliver, the Sparks will be looking to make a run at the WNBA title in 2012. Make sure to get your tickets now to see the Los Angeles Sparks in action in 2012!
Get your L.A. Lakers Tickets!
If you have ever wanted to see some great NBA action, now is the best time to catch the Los Angeles Lakers in action at the Staples Center!
The Los Angeles Lakers are one of the most successful franchises in the history of the NBA, with numerous hall-of-famers in Magic Johnson, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Elgin Baylor, Jerry West, and the list goes on. With such rich history how could you afford not to see the Lakers play at the Staples Center?
The Lakers had a tumultuous offseason in 2011, as Lamar Odom was traded and Mike Brown was hired as the new head coach to replace the great Phil Jackson. However, as the season has progressed in 2012 and the players are getting more in line with what Mike Brown has envisioned the team to be, success has followed. The Los Angeles Lakers are over .500 and looking to make another run for an NBA Title in 2012.
What makes the Lakers so unique and interesting to watch is the duo of Andrew Bynum and Pau Gasol playing alongside superstar Kobe Bryant. Both Bynum and Gasol are 7 feet tall and pose an immediate threat to any NBA team looking to take an advantage down low. Not only are they great on defense, but the duo also have contrasting offensive styles of play as well. Bynum is a low-post player that likes to get the ball near the basket, while Gasol’s best shot is a mid-range jumper. The Lakers truly are one of the more interesting teams to watch at the Staples Center!
The Los Angeles Lakers are on a roll right now and tickets are getting harder and harder to come by. Buy Lakers tickets from us today! We still have a great selection to choose from at unbeatable prices!
Los Angeles Clippers
With tremendous moves made in the 2011 NBA offseason, the Los Angeles Clippers set themselves up in a position to make a run for the playoffs in the 2012, and are certainly doing so right now! Led by all-star point guard Chris Paul, the Clippers are well over .500 and have created a spark at the Staples Center in 2012 along with the Los Angeles Lakers.
The Clippers were originally founded in 1970 as the Buffalo Braves, but moved to Los Angeles in 1984 and changed their name to the Los Angeles Clippers. The team went through some struggles in the early, years but was able to pick it back up during the 1991-92 season, where head coach Larry Brown and players such as Danny Manning and Loy Vaught made it to the playoffs for the first time in 16 years, eventually losing in the first round to the Utah Jazz. The team made another appearance in the playoffs the following year, but could not make it into the second round yet again, losing this time to the Houston Rockets.
The team would have up-and-down seasons until the 2009 NBA Draft came around, when the team was able to select Blake Griffin with the first overall pick. Griffin was a fantastic player in college, and provided electricity to the Staples Center every time he was one the court with his high flying dunks. With Griffin as a centerpiece the Clippers have made aggressive moves since then, hiring Vinny Del Negro as head coach, trading for Chris Paul, and signing Caron Butler and Chauncey Billups.
Even though Billups is out for the rest of this season with a torn Achilles tendon, the Los Angeles Clippers have a terrific group of players that are sure to please any basketball fan today. Make sure to come and check out the Clippers in the Staples Center today!
Cirque du Soleil – Michael Jackson Comes to Staples Center
Michael Jackson’s tragic death has increased the popularity of this amazing performer, and a phenomenal tour celebrating his music and life is coming to Staples Center in 2012 on January 27th through 29th. “Cirque du Soleil – Michael Jackson The Immortal” blends the spectacular dancing, music and fantasy world that made up Michael’s life. Jackson was an amazing artist, and his genius will be on display as the show manages to capture his signature moves and then turn each one upside down. Unfolding the artistic abilities of Michael Jackson before amazed fans, this concert is a must for both long-time fans and those who never experienced Michael’s power.
This even is representative of the inspiration, essence and spirit of this legendary artist. Paying homage to his incredible legacy, this event transcends the generations of the past four decades. One of the most exciting to play at the Staples Center this year, The Immortal World Tour captures the magical wonderland that provided the outlet for Michael’s creativity. Underscoring the dance and music that were the foundations of his life, his love of magic and childlike exuberance paint a poignant picture of this icon and all he represented.
The powerful music of Michael Jackson provides the basis of the shows on January 27th and 29th. Depicting the enchanted life and tremendous success of this legendary performer, the Cirque du Soleil – Michael Jackson The Immortal with transform those who come to the Staples Center. Likely to sell out quickly, fans will undoubtedly come from far and wide to enjoy another slice of the life of this man. The musical genius of Michael Jackson will be on display at the Staples Center, and both new fans and longtime aficionados will have the chance to savor his incredible legacy.
Top Reggaeton Stars Hit Staples Center for Calibash
Reggaeton, R&B and Hip-Hop music will be on tap as some of Latin music’s hottest stars will take over the stage at Staples Center on January 24, 2012 for Calibash. Presented by Los Angeles radio station Latino 96, this event features an all-star lineup of performers such as Daddy Yankee, Pitbull, Wisin y Yandel, Sean Kingston, Rick Ross, Flex and more. Whether on the floor or in one of the Staple Center’s plush VIP suites, this concert is one that every music lover needs to see. Combining entertainment with innovative elements like light shows and other optical elements, many will be thrilled by this exciting show.
Daddy Yankee is one of the headliners of this event. The Puerto Rican performer brings his rapid-fire delivery to a blend of reggaeton and dance hits. Wisin y Yandel, frequent collaborators with Daddy Yankee, have built an international following with a string of top hits. Pitbull, a newcomer to the genre, reached number 1 in 2011 with “Give Me Everything” and has teamed up with such superstars as Usher, Shakira, Marc Anthony, Lil John and Pharrell. Kingston, a hit performer in his own right, hit #1 in a number of countries with his song “Beautiful Girls.”
With the birth of Reggaeton in Panama and Puerto Rico, this reggae/rap mix has developed a huge following. KXOL Latino 96.3FM is capitalizing on that strong popularity to fill the Staples Center on January 24th for an event that is sure to be one of the tops in 2012. Calibash is a great opportunity to see some of the best-known performers in Latin music in one of the United States’ top venues. Whether checking out some “Beautiful Girls”, getting “Rabid” or hanging in the “Gangsta Zone”, Calibash is going to be one of the top events for this year’s hottest music.
Get Tickets for Lady Antebellum Concert at Staples Centers
Country music fans in the Los Angeles area are in for a treat as Lady Antebellum makes an appearance at Staples Center on March 27, 2012. The trio is made up of lead singers Hillary Scott and Charles Kelley and guitar player Dave Haywood. Debuting in 2007, the bands first song, “Love Don’t Live Here”, reached number 3 on the Hot Country Songs chart in 2008. They would hit number 1 with “I Run to You”, “Need You Now”, “Our Kind of Love” and “American Honey.”
The group’s strong entrance to the country music scene brought awards in addition to their commercial success. The Country Music Association tabbed Lady Antebellum for Top New Duo or Group in 2008, and the band has picked up a number of Grammy Awards, including an astounding five in 2010. This success has propelled the group into superstar status, with an amazing ability to captivate an audience; this will certainly show up on March 27th, as they treat the Staples Center crowd to a performance that no one is bound to forget.
Now on the second leg of their “Own the Night” world tour, the band looks to continue building on their amazing success with their concert dates in LA and other cities around the country. Wherever this talented trio goes, incredible performances are sure to follow, meaning that fans will continue giving Lady Antebellum the love and respect that come with being a top act. The Staples Center is a perfect venue for catching a world-class performer, and the March 27th performance by Scott, Kelley and Haywood will certainly have both the fans and the media raving. Exploding onto the music scene, Lady Antebellum is going to be ready to treat Los Angeles fans to a special performance.
Rock with the Red Hot Chili Peppers at Staples Center
Indelibly linked with California, the Red Hot Chili Peppers with invade Staples Center on February 26, 2012 for what is sure to be a thrilling, high-energy concert. Formed in Los Angeles in 1983, the band has become a successful rock act, combining its intense showmanship with a cross between funk and alternative to create a sound that has been imitated by countless other bands. The group has won 7 Grammys, sold more than 70 million CDs and albums worldwide and landed three top 10 hits; they also hold the record for the most #1 hits on the alternative chart with 13.
Tasting success for the first time in 1991 with their album “Blood Sugar Sex Magik”, singer Anthony Kiedis and bassist Michael “Flea” Balzary would become the faces of the group. The band’s place as a rock-n-roll legend would forever be cemented when they released the 1999 album, “Californication.” The current tour started in the summer of 2011, and the Staples Center date is sure to be an incredible homecoming as the band continues to deliver a style of music that reaches rock fans still today.
After 10 amazing albums, nine Top 40 singles, seven #1 hits on the Mainstream Rock Tracks and an incredible 13 top singles on the Alternative Songs chart, the Red Hot Chili Peppers continue to produce the kind of music and live performances that captivate fans from Los Angeles to Asia to South America. Whether belting out hits like “Dani California”, “Give It Away” or their signature “Californication”, the steady influence of Flea and Kiedis has kept the band on track for nearly thirty years. The Staples Center will be buzzing with excitement as LA fans welcome home the Red Hot Chili Peppers on February 26th.
The Los Angeles Kings Take the Ice at Staples Center
When the ice hits the floor of the Staples Center this January, the Los Angeles Kings come to work as the challenge the best of the National Hockey League for chance to bring home the Stanley Cup. Nearly halfway through the 2011-2012 season, the Kings are marching toward another playoff invite. Currently sitting in 7th place in the Western Conference, the team’s January 2nd date with the Colorado Avalanche is the first of eight home games in the month. The team hopes to use this stretch of the schedule to pick up ground on the top-seeded Minnesota Wild before the home stretch of the season kicks into gear.
Only seven points out of first place, the Kings have relied on steady play at home and stellar road performances to stay within striking distance of the top spot. Riding the solid net minding of Jonathan Quick, the Kings have production from a number of different players. Heading into December, Dustin Brown, Jarret Stoll, Ethan Moreau, Kyle Clifford, Dustin Penner, and Kevin Westgarth all have PIMs over 20, and Quick as a respectable .936 save percentage. While the team has trouble scoring, they have been successful at the defensive end, currently in the top 5 for goals against per game.
Whether sitting along the boards or in one of the plush VIP suites, the Staples Center is an incredible place to see a NHL game. With the Kings pushing for a spot in the playoffs, the fans can help to cheer the team on to victory. The Staples Center will be rocking in January as the Los Angeles Kings look to power their way past the rest of the league and make a push to lift Lord Stanley’s Cup with the playoffs are over.