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Tributes to Pink Floyd, Tom Petty, David Bowie and more at Gold Strike
TUNICA — Gold Strike Casino Resort is paying tribute to famous entertainers with an impressive lineup of the top tribute shows in 2026. Bands and dates are as follows:
See The Machine: A Pink Floyd Tribute, Friday, June 26, at Gold Strike Casino Resort.
Experience the legendary sound of
Pink Floyd like never before. The
concert experience celebrating the iconic music and personas of the legendary artist. Brighton’s uncanny ability to channel Bowie’s voice, movement, and style has earned praise from industry legends, including producer Harry Maslin, who
Machine delivers the iconic music, stunning visuals, and unmistakable energy of one of rock’s greatest bands—all live on the Gold Strike Theatre stage. For over three decades, The Machine has been America’s premier Pink Floyd tribute, selling out theaters nationwide with their breathtakingly faithful recreations of Floyd’s legendary catalog. From the hypnotic pulse of “Time” and the soaring guitar of “Comfortably Numb”tothefullpsychedelicassault ofDarkSideoftheMoonandTheWall, every note, every light, every laser is meticulously crafted to transport audiences straight back to a golden era.
Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood tribute artists Shawn Gararid and Amy Pelton.
worked with Bowie on the “Young Americans” and “Station to Station” albums.
The Space Oddity production showcases Bowie’s extensive musical legacy through elaborate staging, dynamic costume changes and meticulously recreated vocal arrangements. From Ziggy Stardust’s glam-rock edge to Bowie’s stadium- filling pop anthems, the show captures it all.
Gold Strike will present “An Evening with Garth and Trisha” at 8 p.m. Friday, August 28, at the Gold Strike Theatre inside the casino. Nashville performer Shawn Gerard brings a high-energy tribute as country music icon Garth Brooks. Known for his powerful stage presence and authentic sound,
Coming soon: American Petty,
Friday, August 21. Formed in 2018, American Petty is a high-energy tribute to the late, legendary Tom Petty and his iconic band, the Heartbreakers, and has earned accolades with audiences across the country.
The group celebrates the music, spirit, and unforgettable live-show experience that fueled Petty’s more than 40-year career and cemented his place as one of rock music’s most beloved artists. Audiences can expect to hear iconic songs such as “American Girl,” “Refugee,” “Free Fallin’” and more during an evening honoring one of rock’s most enduring catalogs.
While Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers were known for signature songs, imaginative MTV videos and Petty’s unmistakable personality, it was the band’s live performances that built its enduring legacy. No two shows were ever the same, as the band fed off audience energy to deliver spontaneous, one-of-a-kind concerts night after night. American Petty captures that same magic on stage, recreating the look, sound, and feel of a classic Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers show.
Gold Strike will bring the genius of Bowie to the Gold Strike Theatre with David Brighton’s Space Oddity, a David Bowie tribute show, at 8 p.m. Friday, September 25. Credited as one of the world’s premier David Bowie tribute productions, David Brighton’s Space Oddity delivers a full-scale theatrical
Gerard delivers an electrifying celebration of Brooks’ legendary catalog, recreating some of the superstar’s biggest hits with a talented group of world-class musicians.
Gerard has performed for audiences across the country and previously worked in residence with “Legends in Concert” in Las Vegas, where he served as the production’s go-to Garth Brooks tribute artist. His dynamic performances and dedication to honoring Brooks’ music have helped make the “Ultimate Garth Brooks Tribute” one of the longest continuously performing Garth Brooks tribute acts in the world.
Originally from Charlotte, North Carolina, Amy Pelton is a powerhouse vocalist and dynamic dancer who has spent her life lighting up stages across the globe. From 1996 to 2008, Amy was a featured performer as Trisha Yearwood in shows in both Las Vegas and Myrtle Beach, where she dazzled audiences with her versatility and vibrant energy. Her performances ranged from high-octane dance numbers to heartfelt ballads.
“An Evening with Garth and Trisha” will be a night where the iconic hits of Garth Brooks meet the legacy of Trisha Yearwood with chart-toppers and duets alike. Tickets are $19.50.
Call Gold Strike at (866) 245-4536 for ticket information and (888) 245-7829 for hotel information.
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