The Las Vegas Sphere: Rock Evolution or Vegas Sellout?

THIS MONTH"S SPECIAL OFFER: Sharing in the Groove: The Untold Story of the '90s Jam Band Explosion and the Scene That Followed by Mike Ayers  For a limited time, get 20% off the paperback plus FREE shipping! CLICK HERE TO ORDER>> https://go.rocktalkstudio.com/sharinginthegroove  Use code ROCKTALK at checkout.  BOOK DESCRIPTION: What do Phish, Blues Traveler, Dave Matthews Band, and a forgotten rock scene in Princeton, New Jersey, have in common? Sharing in the Groove: The Untold Story of the '90s Jam Band Explosion and the Scene That Followed by Mike Ayers is an oral history packed with firsthand accounts of how the ’90s jam-band movement grew from small clubs into a nationwide phenomenon, often leaving the record industry scratching its head. It was one of my absolute favorite books of last year, so I teamed up with Mike to celebrate the paperback release and get you a special deal. Enjoy! IN THIS EPISODE: Is the Las Vegas Sphere the boldest evolution in live rock music, or just another flashy, over-the-top Vegas residency? In this episode of Rock Talk Studio, I break down how legendary acts like U2, Dead & Company, Phish, and Metallica are redefining the concert experience inside this multi-billion dollar venue. From mind bending visuals and acoustic challenges to my dream rock acts for the venue, I explore whether the Sphere is setting a new standard for live music or losing rock’s raw edge. Support the show email Big Rick at: [email protected]