Dead & Company at Sphere.Photo:Sphere Entertainment
Sphere Entertainment
Deadheads, it’s time to book your trips to Las Vegas.
Months afterDead & Companyconcluded its final tour in July 2023, theGrateful Deadspinoff band announced a residency, Dead Forever, set to occur over six consecutive weeks at Sphere in Las Vegas.
“In 2023, Dead & Company played their final tour. But there are other ways to make sure the music never stops. And it’s gonna be a ball,” read anote shared in a video to the band’s social media pageson Wednesday, ahead of the official announcement the following day.
Dead & Company ‘Dead Forever’ Residency at Sphere.Sphere Entertainment
Dead Forever kicks off May 16 with three shows scheduled per weekend through the residency’s June 22 wrap date — and fans can anticipate a unique setlist at each performance.
Prospective concertgoers can register for an advance presale now via Seated. An artist presale then launches on Feb. 5 at 10 a.m. PT, while tickets become generally available on Feb. 9 at 10 a.m. PT. More information is available atDead & Company’s website.
The band, which currently features former Grateful Dead members Bob Weir and Mickey Hart, as well asJohn Mayer, Oteil Burbridge, Jay Lane and Jeff Chimenti, will mark the third live music act to headline Sphere, which opened in September 2023.
Mickey Hart, Oteil Burbridge, Bob Weir, John Mayer, Jeff Chimenti and Jay Lane.Jay Blakesberg
Jay Blakesberg
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In November 2023,Phishannounced a brief, four-night upcoming residency at the 18,600-capacity spherical venue.
“From the moment we first heard about Sphere and its potential, we’ve been dreaming up ways to bring our show to this breathtaking canvas,” said Phish guitarist and vocalist Trey Anastasio in a statement at the time. “We’re thrilled to present this completely unique experience to Phish fans.”
Phish will perform at the Sphere on April 18, 19, 20 and 21, with tickets available for request through Dec. 11 at 12 p.m. ET atthe band’s website. Fans can also purchase travel packages via100X Hospitality.
According to a press release, the band won’t play any additional dates at Sphere in 2024 — but the four-night residency will “mark the beginning of a new relationship” for Phish and the venue.
source: people.com
