The U2 frontman rose to the moment, summoning Elvis, calling out to a Beatle and christening a spectacularly innovative venue.
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Jim Dolan is opening The Sphere in Vegas, and says,“We have a lot of interest from the international community.”
“Atomic City,” U2’s ode-to-Vegas punk anthem, will be in the set list at The Sphere.
Inspired by Darren Aronofsky, expect some wild video emanating from The Sphere.
Harry Styles in March at The Sphere is the latest music-industry feedback.
U2 has shown a taste of its series at the Sphere, while rehearsing “Achtung Baby” and other hits.
Phish front man Trey Anastasio tested The Sphere’s audio system last year in New York.
The U2 crew has moved in for run-throughs of “U2 UV: Achtung Baby.”