TUNICA, Miss. (Feb. 2, 2026) — Gold Strike Casino Resort, the Mid-South’s premier casino resort destination, will welcome alternative rock greats Better Than Ezra at 8 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 12, to the Gold Strike Theater inside the casino.

The New Orleans-bred band first broke through with its platinum-selling album “Deluxe” and its era-defining hit “Good,” earning it spots on Billboard’s lists of the “100 Greatest Alternative Artists of All Time” and “100 Greatest Alternative Songs of All Time.” The band has delivered chart-topping hits like “Desperately Wanting,” built a devoted fan base known as “Ezralites,” and cemented its place in pop culture with nods ranging from MTV fame to a classic “Saturday Night Live” skit.

The latest release, “Super Magick,” is the band's first studio album in a decade and showcases its continued evolution with a blend of genres ranging from Britpop and country to dub-inspired rock. Produced by frontman Kevin Griffin and Emery Dobyns, the record highlights the band’s signature mix of sticky melodies, clever storytelling and heartfelt rock-and-roll energy. The lead single, “Mystified,” explores themes of the American dream gone wrong, while tracks like “Live a Little” and “This Time” showcase the band’s knack for pairing emotional resonance with infectious hooks.

Better Than Ezra has sold out amphitheaters and arenas worldwide, launched the Better Than Ezra Foundation to support its hometown of New Orleans, and co-founded the annual Pilgrimage Music & Cultural Festival in Franklin, Tennessee. The band’s legacy includes Taylor Swift’s cover of its song “Breathless” and a catalog of hits that continue to inspire new generations of fans.

Tickets start at $39.50 and go on sale Feb. 6.

Gold Strike Casino Resort is located on the Mississippi River, approximately 30 minutes from downtown Memphis. With more than 1,100 luxury guest rooms, a theater, high-limit gaming, award-winning dining and a sportsbook, Gold Strike is the South’s source for energy and excitement. For more information about Gold Strike Casino Resort, visit www.goldstrike.com. More information about One Star Rewards® is available at www.onestarrewards.com.  

 

 

About Cherokee Nation Entertainment

Cherokee Nation Entertainment is the gaming and hospitality company of the Cherokee Nation. What began as a small bingo hall in Roland, Oklahoma, has evolved into one of the region’s largest and most dynamic gaming and hospitality enterprises, generating more than $1 billion in annual revenue, employing over 4,000 people, and welcoming more than 10 million visitors each year. With more than three decades of experience delivering world-class entertainment, CNE owns and operates the renowned Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa and nine Cherokee Casinos throughout Oklahoma, including a racino, three resort hotels, a championship golf course, and a variety of dining, retail and entertainment venues. CNE also operates Gold Strike Casino Resort in Tunica, Mississippi, one of the most recognized gaming destinations in the Mid-South. As a key economic engine for the Cherokee Nation, CNE is deeply committed to improving the lives of Cherokee citizens and strengthening communities through job creation, cultural preservation and reinvestment in vital services. For more information, visit HardRockCasinoTulsa.com, CherokeeCasino.com and GoldStrike.com.