Chad Collins takes the stage at Gilley's Saloon with a set that moves between his own country-rock sound and spot-on tributes to some of music's biggest icons. Raised in Nashville and seasoned by years in the recording industry before he made his way to Las Vegas, Collins has built a reputation on the Strip for his ability to slip between personas, channeling Elvis, Tim McGraw, and Luke Bryan with the kind of detail that goes beyond a simple costume change. He captures their voices, their stage presence, the little mannerisms that make each performer recognizable.
At Gilley's, expect the rowdier, more personal side of his act as he fronts his own band, Van Waylan. The saloon atmosphere fits the music well, with leather saddle seats at the bar and a wild west backdrop that leans into the honky-tonk spirit of the show. It's a setting built for boots on the floor and a drink in hand, where the line between performer and audience blurs easily over the course of a set.