Can’t wait to get your New Year’s Eve partying going? Have a soft spot for pops, locks and breaks? Then get your shakin’ ass over to Tabú (inside the MGM Grand) on Sunday, Dec. 30 for a special edition of “Super Slide Sundays” with an intimate performance by hip-hop legend KRS-ONE.

Recipient of BET’s 2007 “I Am Hip-Hop” icon award, KRS-ONE is held up as one of the top rappers in the industry — ever. Who are we to argue? The author, emcee and activist is about to release his third book, The Gospel of Hip-Hop, and his latest album, Hip-Hop Lives, is now available for purchase or download or whatever it is you kids do with music these days.

Of course, KRS-ONE will be joined by “Super Slide” regular Mr. Freeze of the world-famous Rock Steady Crew, breaking old-school style across Tabú’s tiny dance floor.

By Pj Perez

Bad things about winter: Runny noses. Stalled cars. Closed pools.

Good things: Winter drinks.

Bertolini’s Authentic Trattoria (9500 W. Sahara Ave.) is serving up a tasty coffee drink to keep bellies warm and spirits high this season. La Bella Notte, created by bartender Julie Tornetta, is a mixture of 1/2 ounce Nocello (a walnut-flavored Italian liqueur), 1/2 ounce Frangelico and freshly brewed coffee, served in a glass mug and garnished with a cinnamon stick.

It’s simple but effective. Just like us.

By Pj Perez

Some, ahem, “news” outlets are prematurely reporting that the 40/40 Club inside the Palazzo will not be opening in time for its scheduled Dec. 30 grand opening due to inspection failures.

Publicists for Jay-Z’s new Las Vegas sports lounge reveal that though there is some final permitting being done even as of this posting, all parties are still planning for an opening bash on Dec. 30. Jigga himself is meeting with reporters — one of ours included — today at the Palazzo’s sister resort, the Venetian, so stay tuned for more info right here on DailyFiasco.com.

By Pj Perez

Dude, roofies went out of vogue in the ’90s. Wait … did you take them too?

By Pj Perez

AGO, the new Italian trattoria at the Hard Rock Hotel, isn’t holding its grand opening until February, but curious foodies can get in on the restaurant’s authentic Tuscan-style fare just before the new year when it opens — softly, of course — on Dec. 30.

The elegant dining experience launched in West Hollywood in 1998 when executive chef Agostino Sciandri partnered with Hollywood illuminati Robert De Niro, Bob and Harvey Weinstein and Tony and Ridley Scott. Ralph Gentile, whose design vision recently created Bliss inside the W Hotel in Westwood, Calif., designed the Las Vegas location of AGO.

A sleek and welcoming lounge affords diners unique cocktails and food selections from the bar menu. The intimate dining area includes the Cava, a room designed to create the feeling of an underground wine cave. You know, so you can fulfill your fantasy of eating dinner in the Batcave.

Sergio Santoro, who trained at the Los Angeles location, is the Las Vegas AGO’s executive chef and sommelier Emilio Marchionne directs the trattoria’s extensive wine selection. Cave and all.

By Pj Perez

Trusted travel source AAA has honored 23 MGM Mirage restaurants and hotels with it’s Four Diamond Award. According to a press release, the award is really prestigious so this is like, a big deal. The award recognizes impeccable service and surroundings. Upon being rewarded, MGM was all like, “Thanks AAA. You’re telling us something we already know, but we’ll accept the award for good measure.” Maybe this Four Diamond thing will help drive some traffic over to MGM properties, which would be great, considering how dead the Las Vegas Strip always tends to be. Man, what a ghost town.

By Ashley Rice

PHOTO TREASURE HUNT! Find the following items in this picture:

• Douchebag
• Forced cleavage
• Totally wasted chick
• Trendy tattoo
• Overpriced cars

By Pj Perez

(Photo courtesy UFC.com)

Mixed martial arts legend Randy “The Natural” Couture is interested in more than just pounding his opponents senseless and, um, training others to do the same. He’s also a humanitarian and philanthropist, which he’ll prove — or else — when he hosts “Operation All-In,” a charity poker tournament at The Joint inside the Hard Rock Hotel on Jan. 12 from 1 to 6 p.m. The event will raise money for Couture’s Xtreme Couture GI Foundation, which aids wounded troops who are adjusting to civilian life. The tournament will feature $200 rebuys and a guaranteed prize pool, as well as a silent auction and live DJ (better than a dead one!). Tickets are $550. Visit www.xtremecouturegifoundation.org for more information.

By Ashley Rice

Next year, a panel of celebrities at LAX nightclub will judge girls on how they look in bating suits, narrowing down the pool of chicks until they find the honey worthy of being crowned the first ever “Miss LAX 2008.” The winner will receive $50,000 and a guest appearance on Criss Angel Mindfreak.

This is all because LAX is looking for the “hottest swimwear models in the country.” Why? Don’t ask why. It’s Vegas, just go with it. All females are invited. If they’re attractive. And look good in bikinis.

So if you think you have what it takes, visit LAX nightclub inside the Luxor at 9 p.m. on Wednesdays starting January 9. Finals will be held March 26.

By Ashley Rice

Why do we get the feeling Jeremiah’s been in this position before?

Photo captured by Hew Burney inside Moon Nightclub for the Red Bull Road to Ruin party.

By Pj Perez