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New York Post
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Country star Zac Brown ‘going into debt' to fund expensive Las Vegas Sphere residency
You get what you give. Zac Brown has revealed that he is taking on debt to fund his highly anticipated four-show residency at the Las Vegas Sphere later this year. 'Just going into debt to make it happen,' the 'Knee Deep' country star, 46, told Us Weekly in an interview published Friday, July 25. Advertisement 7 Zac Brown attends the 2025 American Music Awards at Fontainebleau Las Vegas on May 26, 2025, in Las Vegas, Nevada. Getty Images 7 The Zac Brown Band performs after the NASCAR Xfinity Series The Loop 110 at Chicago Street Course on July 5, 2025. Getty Images Brown's four-concert run at the iconic Sin City venue is scheduled to kick off in December, and the first night will coincide with the release of the Zac Brown Band's next album, 'Love & Fear,' on Friday, Dec. 5. Advertisement But despite taking on debt to make the performances happen, the 'Chicken Fried' crooner is still looking forward to what he and his band have planned for their countless fans. 'It's a big moment in time,' Brown continued. 'I want to be among the names of the Grateful Dead and the Rolling Stones and the bands that take that lifelong career impact fan journey to be able to do that.' 7 Zac Brown visits 'Fox & Friends' at Fox News Channel Studios on July 24, 2025, in New York City. Getty Images 'This is our statement to try to step into that,' he added. Advertisement The Grammy-winning singer-songwriter is also ready to take on the difficulty that comes with pulling off a concert series at the 20,000-capacity Sphere. 'Whatever adversity, I'm just like, 'Okay, bring it,'' Brown said as he prepares for the shows. 'There are lots of forces that are always trying to distract you from what you're doing, and you just got to keep plowing, keep going.' 7 Zac Brown performs at The Pinnacle on April 1, 2025, in Nashville, Tennessee. Getty Images Unlike most music venues, the Las Vegas Sphere includes a visual element that immerses the audience in a multi-sensory experience. Advertisement Besides collecting images and clips to play alongside his songs, Brown revealed that he is also putting together a unique story for his fans. 'I hope they feel wonder,' he said. 'Unpredictability is something we use in our live shows a lot. I love pulling out covers that no one would ever expect us to play; that's super fun. This is the same thing visually, sonically – everything we're doing.' 7 The Zac Brown Band performs on NBC's 'Today' at Rockefeller Plaza on July 25, 2025, in New York City. Getty Images 'We have all the audio finished. We're putting the video pieces together, stitching it together. I'm finishing the story,' he continued. 'I'm telling a lot of personal things about my life that I've never shared before.' 'Everything hard that we go through as human beings always ends up making us better in some way,' Brown added. Plus, Brown teased a 'theme of redemption' throughout each of the four upcoming shows. 7 Zac Brown performs during the Zac Brown Band Special New Year's Eve Show at State Farm Arena on December 31, 2024, in Atlanta, Georgia. Getty Images 'Taking people on a journey through things that are uncomfortable and then creating that dissonance and then that tension and release is really the art of what we're doing,' he shared. Advertisement 'I haven't seen anything like what we're doing there,' Brown concluded. 'So, it's really exciting.' Shortly before opening up about his four-show residency at the Sphere, the country music icon revealed that he and his girlfriend, Kendra Scott, got engaged. 7 Kendra Scott and Zac Brown make their red carpet debut at the American Music Awards in Las Vegas, Nevada on May 26, 2025. Xavier Collin/Image Press Agency/MEGA 'We are so happy and grateful that we found each other,' Brown told People on Thursday, July 24. Advertisement The 'Old Love Song' singer's engagement to Scott, 51, comes less than two years after his contentious divorce from ex-wife Kelly Yazdi. 'I feel great,' Brown said after proposing to Scott. 'I got her good.'
Indianapolis Star
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Indianapolis Star
Get your Chicken Fried fix with tickets to see Zac Brown Band at The Sphere in Las Vegas
"You know I like my chicken fried, at the Sphere on a Friday night." Okay, those aren't the exact lyrics, but Zac Brown Band is performing at the Sphere in Las Vegas in December. From what I've heard, concerts at the Sphere are an immersive experience and I can't wait to see how Zac Brown Band uses that. Tickets are available now for the four-show residency. Your first chance to see them is Dec. 5 and your last chance is Dec. 13. The show will feature some of their biggest hits, like Chicken Fried, as well as songs off their upcoming album, Love & Fear. And, maybe, just maybe, they'll have a surprise guest, like Snoop Dogg, who surprised country music fans with an appearance with Zac Brown Band in Los Angeles. Here's everything you need to know to get tickets to Zac Brown Band at The Sphere:
New York Post
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- New York Post
How much are tickets for Zac Brown Band's Las Vegas Sphere concerts?
Vivid Seats is the New York Post's official ticketing partner. We may receive revenue from this partnership for sharing this content and/or when you make a purchase. Featured pricing is subject to change. Zac Brown Band is finally painting on a canvas worthy of their talents. Starting in December 2025, the popular country outfit has six concerts lined up promoting their new album 'Love & Fear' at Las Vegas Sphere. 'For the last…three years, I've been looking to create a spectacle,' Brown explained on Travis and Jason Kelce's New Heights podcast. '…so I went to see [Sphere] while it was being constructed and I was like 'this is the home for the spectacle.'' Advertisement Cut to 14 months later and the group has the new record in the can as well as films — that are measured in acres for the 160,000-square-foot LED dome (!) — with a 40-piece orchestra and 20-piece choir ready to go. 'Our band is a hard one to understand until you've seen us live. We love throwing in things that no one would ever expect…with costuming, black lights and huge inflatable things [but]…this is our first masterpiece.' Can't wait to see what the 'Chicken Fried' band has in store for the winter stint in Sin City? If so, we found the best ticket prices for all six Zac Brown Band 'Love & Fear Las Vegas Sphere' residency concerts. Advertisement At the time of publication, the lowest price we could find on tickets was $221 including fees on Vivid Seats. Other ZBB shows in the Entertainment Capital of the World have tickets starting anywhere from $224 to $254 including fees. While this may sound costly (Editor's note: It is costly!), keep in mind that Backstreet Boys ticket prices have gone up and down since their Sphere stay was announced. At first, they were quite expensive, then they dropped sharply and now that the residency has begun, they've steadily risen. Therefore, monitoring this page for any significant price movement is your best bet to find a deal. They come and go — you just have to be vigilant and refresh every so often. Advertisement For more information, our team has everything you need to know and more about Zac Brown Band's Sphere residency below. All prices listed above are subject to fluctuation. Zac Brown Band Sphere ticket prices A complete calendar including all Sphere dates, show start times and links to the cheapest tickets available can be found here: Zac Brown Band Sphere dates Ticket prices start at Friday, Dec. 5 7:30 p.m. $221 (including fees) Saturday, Dec. 6 7:30 p.m. $241 (including fees) Friday, Dec. 12 7:30 p.m. $224 (including fees) Saturday, Dec. 13 7:30 p.m. $227 (including fees) Friday, Jan. 9, 2026 7:30 p.m. $254 (including fees) Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026 7:30 p.m. $234 (including fees) Advertisement (Note: The New York Post confirmed all above prices at the publication time. All prices are in US dollars, subject to fluctuation and, if it isn't noted, will include additional fees at checkout.) Vivid Seats is a verified secondary market ticketing platform, and prices may be higher or lower than face value, depending on demand. They offer a 100% buyer guarantee that states your transaction will be safe and secure and your tickets will be delivered prior to the event. Still curious about Vivid Seats? You can find an article from their team about why the company is legit here. Other 2025 shows at Las Vegas Sphere When Zac Brown and co. aren't lighting up the Sphere stage, many other exciting shows are headed to Vegas' premier entertainment destination. Here's what's up next at the one-of-a-kind venue. Sphere shows 'Postcard From Earth' Runs indefinitely Academy Award-nominated director Darren Aronofsky's ambitious, immersive, globetrotting film. 'V-U2' Runs indefinitely A look back at U2's groundbreaking Sphere residency. Backstreet Boys July 18 through Aug. 24 The boy band revisits their beloved 'Millennium' album. 'The Wizard of Oz' Aug. 28 through the foreseeable future Larger-than-life screenings of the iconic film. Insomniac x Tomorrowland: Unity Aug. 29 through Oct. 18 A huge EDM festival featuring Kaskade, DJ Snake and more. The Eagles Sept. 5 through Nov. 8 The classic rockers take a trip down memory lane and play their greatest hits. If you're planning a Las Vegas trip, you can find a complete calendar of all upcoming events at the Sphere here. Zac Brown Band setlist Advertisement Although the burly country crooner will likely include quite a bit of 'Love & Fear' into these live shows, here's a look at what he played at a recent gig of his in Illinois — including a number of classic covers — according to Set List FM. 01.) 'Homegrown' 02.) 'Toes' 03.) 'The Devil Went Down to Georgia' (The Charlie Daniels Band cover) 04.) 'Keep Me in Mind' 05.) 'As She's Walking Away' 06.) 'Free / Into the Mystic / Free' (Van Morrison cover) 07.) 'I Ain't Worried About It' 08.) 'Jump Right In' 09.) 'My Old Man' 10.) 'My Kind of Medicine' 11.) 'Can't You See' (The Marshall Tucker Band cover) 12.) 'Sweet Annie' 13.) 'Loving You Easy' 14.) 'Paint It Black' (The Rolling Stones cover) 15.) 'Beautiful Drug' 16.) 'Knee Deep' 17.) 'Colder Weather / Take it to the Limit / Colder Weather' 18.) 'Sabotage' (Beastie Boys cover) 19.) 'Chicken Fried' Zac Brown Band new music Ahead of 'Love & Fear's' Dec. 5 release, ZBB dropped the first two singles from the forthcoming record. Up first is 'I Ain't Worried About It,' a jaunty, laid-back affair that fits squarely in Brown's catalog that's full of good-natured singalongs. Advertisement More recently, the ensemble unveiled the rousing 'Let It Run' with Snoop Dogg. Strings and upbeat vocals make up the first two minutes of the simple, crowd-pleaser. It's nice. Then, seemingly out of nowhere, Snoop deconstructs the strummy jam and breaks the beat down, adding a bit of flair and flow to the proceedings. In short, this one's a heater. Country stars on tour in 2025 A slew of your favorite boot stompin', honky tonk country icons will be out and about all next year. Here are just five you won't want to miss live these next few months. • Chris Stapleton Advertisement • Zach Bryan • Tyler Childers • Dolly Parton • Dierks Bentley with Zach Top Advertisement Who else is on the road? Take a look at this list of all the biggest country stars on tour in 2025 to find the show for you. This article was written by Matt Levy, New York Post live events reporter. Levy stays up-to-date on all the latest tour announcements from your favorite musical artists and comedians, as well as Broadway openings, sporting events and more live shows – and finds great ticket prices online. Since he started his tenure at the Post in 2022, Levy has reviewed a Bruce Springsteen concert and interviewed Melissa Villaseñor of SNL fame, to name a few. Please note that deals can expire, and all prices are subject to change
UPI
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- UPI
Watch: Zac Brown performs, talks Kendra Scott engagement on 'Today'
1 of 5 | Zac Brown Band performs on Today" on Friday. Frontman Zac Brown discussed his engagement to Kendra Scott. Photo by John Angelillo/UPI | License Photo July 25 (UPI) -- Zac Brown is feeling "blessed" after his engagement to jewelry designer Kendra Scott. The Zac Brown Band frontman, 46, discussed his next chapter when the band stopped by Today Friday. "What are you going to get somebody that designs jewelry?" he teased, referencing her engagement ring. "But no it's incredible, incredible, so happy. We're so happy we found each other and we're blessed, so it just adds so much energy to everything else -- more to give to music, more to give to our families and everything so we're blessed." The pair announced their decision to get married Wednesday after becoming red carpet official in May when they stepped out at the American Music Awards. The couple each have children from prior relationships, and both have been married, previously. Zac Brown Band is set to take the stage at the Las Vegas Sphere beginning in December to coincide with the release of their album Love & Fear. Zac Brown performs on 'Today' in NYC Zac Brown Band performs on the NBC Today Show at Rockefeller Center in New York City on Friday, July 25, 2025. Photo by John Angelillo/UPI | License Photo
USA Today
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- USA Today
Jewelry designer Kendra Scott, musician Zac Brown are engaged
Kendra Scott and Zac Brown are engaged! The 51-year-old jewelry designer — one of America's richest self-made women, according to Forbes — and the "Chicken Fried" hitmaker, 46, revealed their happy news to People magazine Thursday, July 24. "We are so happy and grateful that we found each other," the couple told People. In the outlet's exclusive photos, Scott flaunted a massive pink diamond as the pair embraced on a dock during sunset, both with brimming smiles. The couple made their first red carpet outing at the American Music Awards in May. USA TODAY has reached out to reps for Brown and Scott for comment. Zac Brown Band will bring hits and 'Love & Fear' to the Sphere: How to get tickets The stars, known for her eponymous fashion brand and his country-tinged band, frequently share photos together on Scott's Instagram: fishing in Alaska, attending a concert and visiting where Brown graduated from high school in Dahlonega, Georgia. During an appearance on the "Today" show July 25, Brown joked about buying a ring for the jewelry icon. "What are you going to get someone who designs jewelry?" he said, adding that the couple is "so blessed" and "it's incredible" to be engaged. "We're so happy to find each other," Brown continued. A post shared by People Magazine (@people) Both Scott and Brown were previously married: the Zac Brown Band frontman and his ex-wife Shelby Brown share five children. Later, he married Kelly Yazdi in 2023, but the couple announced their split shortly after tying the knot, leading to a contentious divorce. Scott shares six children across two other marriages. Earlier this month, Brown announced his band's residency at the Sphere in Las Vegas this winter as the group performs several shows to coincide with the release of its seventh full-length studio album, "Love & Fear." Contributing: Melissa Ruggieri
