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Metallica Performs as First Metal Band at Sphere

Metallica has become the first metal band to perform at the 20,000-capacity Sphere venue.

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Metallica became the first metal band to perform at the 20,000-capacity Sphere. Previous performers at the venue include U2, Eagles, Dead & Friends, and No Doubt.

During the performance, Metallica included the song Devil’s Dance from the album Load, which had not been played live for 18 years. The band also played the 1996 song The Outlaw Torn for the first time in seven years. On the second night, Metallica opened the performance with Blackened, followed by Fuel and Leper Messiah.

Last month, Metallica announced 12 new North American concert dates as part of their M72 tour, which started in March 2023.

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