Last night, Legendary Beach Boy Mike Love joined the rare society of shrunken head honorees at Las Vegas’ world famous tiki bar The Golden Tiki, unveiling shrunken likenesses of himself and all the five original iconic Beach Boys.
Love also served shots and special cocktails made with Club Kokomo Rum, a spirits brand he co-founded.
“It’s a very interesting tradition, and I’m glad I escaped with the head I’ve had for eight decades,” quipped Love. As far as the cocktails, Love added “It turns out Good Vibrations is not just about sound, but also flavors, because there’s a lot of harmony in these.”
Among the throngs of fans and well-wishers for love were previous shrunken head recipients Paul Shortino (Quiet Riot), Phil Soussan (Ozzy Osbourne) and Sebastian Bach (Skid Row) – who brought along several of his Beach Boys vinyl LPs for Love to sign!
Mike Love joins a long list of celebrities who have had inaugural shrunken heads including U2, Sammy Hagar, Sebastian Bach, Brian Cranston, Aaron Paul, Pauly Shore, just to name a few.
About The Golden Tiki
Located in Chinatown, Las Vegas, The Golden Tiki takes you on a trip to exotic Skull Island. The Golden Tiki has spared no expense in recreating the classic mid-century tiki bar, reminiscent of the legendary Don the Beachcomber’s and Trader Vic’s while mixing in Las Vegas legend and lore. The hand-crafted cocktail menu features nostalgic classics and new mixological creations by world-renowned barman, Adam Rains. Alongside an eclectic spirits list, curated local craft beer, and a massive rum selection, The Golden Tiki’s hospitality is legendary. Featuring the work of renowned artists Tiki Bosko, Billy the Crud, Bill Collins, and Oceanic Arts, the one-of-a-kind decor also boasts a unique collection of celebrity ‘shrunken heads,’ an astounding array of artifacts, and Bud ‘n Al’s Oasis, the world’s only adult animatronic bird show.
Accolades include Top 5 Tiki Bars In The Country (Food Network), Ten Best Nightlife Destinations In Las Vegas (USA Today), Best Tropical Drinks In Las Vegas (Trip Savvy), Top Drinking Destinations In Las Vegas (Virgin Holidays), Best Bar, Readers’ Choice 2018 (Las Vegas Weekly) & Best of The City nods from Desert Companion & Vegas Seven. Culinary Excellence Award for Drink Specialist – 2019 (Nevada Restaurant Association) for Adam Rains, Head Bartender.
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3939 Spring Mountain Rd., Las Vegas, NV 89102