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Yahoo
2 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Lady Gaga Performs to Record-Breaking Crowd at Rio's Copacabana Beach
Lady Gaga performed to a record-breaking crowd Saturday in Rio de Janeiro, as an estimated 2.5 million people attended the singer's free concert on Copacabana Beach. The gig in Brazil marked the highest attended concert by a female artist in history, according to the singer's reps, eclipsing the 1.6 million people Madonna drew to the same venue last year. More from Rolling Stone Brazil Police Reveal Thwarted Bomb Attack Targeting Lady Gaga's Rio Concert Katy Perry Attends Lady Gaga Concert in Mexico City: 'So Proud of You' Lady Gaga Adds Seven Shows to Mayhem Ball Tour 'Tonight, we're making history … Thank you for making history with me,' Lady Gaga told the crowd, which included over a million Brazilians as well as a reported 500,000 Little Monsters who flew in for the special show, which injected over $100 million into Rio's economy, NPR reported. The record holder for largest concert crowd in history — according to Guinness World Records — remains Rod Stewart, who attracted a crowd of over 4 million to Copacabana Beach on New Year's Eve in 1994. The Copacabana Beach concert marked Lady Gaga's first concert in Brazil since 2012. 'I've missed you so much,' she told an enormous crowd that gathered the previous night just to watch her soundcheck. 'I know that this is not the first show here. I know this is just a rehearsal; it feels like it's the real show.' The concert itself found Gaga replicating the five-act 'gothic opera' that she performed during her headlining sets at Coachella and other Mayhem Ball stops thus far. She'll next travel to Singapore for four shows in that country later this month before the North American arena leg of the Mayhem Ball tour begins in July. Rio de Janeiro's tourism department previously announced plans to continue staging free Copacabana Beach concerts until at least 2028. Best of Rolling Stone The 50 Greatest Eminem Songs All 274 of Taylor Swift's Songs, Ranked The 500 Greatest Albums of All Time
Wales Online
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
How to buy Lady Gaga resale tickets for The Mayhem Ball after general sale sell-out
How to buy Lady Gaga resale tickets for The Mayhem Ball after general sale sell-out Lady Gaga tickets went on sale for the star's The Mayhem Ball tour after she announced shows in the UK as part of the global trek, in support of her new album, Mayhem. US singer Lady Gaga performs during a rehearsal at Copacabana beach in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on May 2, 2025. Lady Gaga will perform a free mega-concert on May 3 on Rio de Janeiro's Copacabana Beach. (Photo by Pablo PORCIUNCULA / AFP) (Photo by PABLO PORCIUNCULA/AFP via Getty Images) (Image: GETTY ) Lady Gaga's fans - who are affectionately known as the Little Monsters - have been fighting for tickets to the star's upcoming tour over the past few weeks. The A Star Is Born actress will be embarking on The Mayhem Ball, including a series of UK tour dates, this September. On this tour, the star will be playing no fewer than three shows at London's O2 Arena before heading to Manchester's Co-op Live. And these huge shows coincide with the release of her latest album, Mayhem. But, despite these numerous large-scale arena shows, tickets were snapped up within minutes. And many fans were left with no chance of attending the star's short stint of shows this coming September. However, there is still hope for those fans. Plenty of tickets are still available and can be found on various websites right now. From resale websites including viagogo, to VIP websites such as Seat Unique - here's the breakdown of what you need to know. Viagogo and resale tickets Sites such as viagogo, Stubhub, and Vivid Seats allow fans to buy resale tickets from other fans. However, it is important to note that ticket conditions often prohibit resale after initial purchase. Those tickets may not be valid for admittance to gigs. Fans intending to buy tickets for live events through resale websites should check the ticket terms and conditions, to confirm whether resale is prohibited, before they buy. Ticket terms and conditions can be checked with the original seller, such as Ticketmaster or Live Nation. If resale is prohibited, tickets bought second-hand could be voided and admission to the event refused. Lady Gaga tickets Prices may vary viagogo Buy Lady Gaga tickets here Product Description Lady Gaga tickets are still available from resale websites now. Lady Gaga will be playing London's O2 Arena and Manchester's Co-op Live. (Image: (Image: GETTY) ) How to buy Lady Gaga tickets now Tickets for Lady Gaga's tour are out right now, and readily available, after becoming available on Thursday, April 3, 2025. While many official retailers sold out in no time, resale websites are stocked full of Lady Gaga tickets. These retailers, including viagogo, Vivid Seats and StubHub, should be the first stop for fans hoping to secure a spot at the Mayhem Ball. Here are the links fans need now: However, if resale websites are not where you want to spend your money, there are still official tickets available at Seat Unique. This retailer allows fans to buy exceptional experiences along with their Lady Gaga tickets. These experiences may include complimentary food and drink, early access, after parties, and more. Here's the link needed: Lady Gaga tickets are out right now. (Image: (Image: GETTY) ) Article continues below The Mayhem Ball - UK Dates 2025
Straits Times
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Straits Times
Lady Gaga brings Mayhem to Singapore: What to expect from her National Stadium concerts in May
Gaga will officially embark on her Mayhem Ball world tour in July, travelling to arenas in the US and Europe before ending in Australia in December. PHOTO: AFP SINGAPORE – It will be mayhem in the National Stadium as American pop star Lady Gaga takes to the stage in Singapore for a four-concert run on May 18, 19, 21 and 24. The shows are in promotion of her latest studio album Mayhem, which was released in March. Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.
The Australian
04-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Australian
Police foil bomb plot targeting Lady Gaga's record-breaking Rio concert
Brazilian authorities say they have foiled an alleged bomb plot targeting pop star Lady Gaga's free concert on Copacabana Beach, which drew more than two million fans and marked the largest performance of her career. The Civil Police of Rio de Janeiro state, in co-ordination with Brazil's Ministry of Justice, said on Sunday that suspects had planned to use improvised explosive devices in an attack aimed at concertgoers, with children, teenagers and members of the LGBTQ+ community among the intended targets. According to a police statement, the operation — codenamed 'Fake Monster' — identified individuals promoting hate speech and the online radicalisation of young people. Authorities said minors had been recruited to participate in co-ordinated attacks, and were being exposed to violent content that encouraged self-harm and other dangerous behaviours as a form of group initiation. Two people have been detained. The alleged ringleader was arrested in the southern state of Rio Grande do Sul for illegal possession of a firearm, while a teenager in Rio de Janeiro was taken into custody for possession of child sexual abuse material. Police said the group was using digital platforms to incite hatred, particularly against vulnerable communities, and was actively promoting violent extremism. Lady Gaga's team said they were unaware of any threats before or during the event, learning of the alleged plot only after the fact through media reports. 'We learned about this alleged threat via media reports this morning,' a spokesman for the singer told The Hollywood Reporter. 'Prior to and during the show, there were no known safety concerns, nor any communication from the police or authorities to Lady Gaga regarding any potential risks.' The concert, funded by the Rio de Janeiro city government as part of a campaign to revitalise tourism and boost the local economy, is projected to generate approximately $154 million in economic activity. Attendance surpassed the 1.6 million fans who attended Madonna's free show in the same location last year. With dancers dressed in costumes inspired by Brazil's national football team, Lady Gaga performed songs from her Coachella setlist. 'You waited for more than ten years for me,' she told the crowd through a Portuguese translator, referencing her last performance in Brazil in 2012. Following the record-setting concert in Rio, Lady Gaga is set to bring her Mayhem Ball tour to Australia, with shows scheduled in Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane for December. Lady Gaga announces first Australian shows in 11 years Geordie Gray Entertainment reporter Geordie Gray is an entertainment reporter based in Sydney. She writes about film, television, music and pop culture. Previously, she was News Editor at The Brag Media and wrote features for Rolling Stone. She did not go to university. wellbeing Ahead of an extensive solo acoustic tour, the award-winning singer-songwriter talks about pacing himself while on the road, admiring Paul McCartney's longevity, overcoming career roadblocks and learning lessons from the early death of his father. Hero Ahead of her first Australian tour with the ACO, Carolina Eyck opens up about the realities of performing from such a young age — and why fans can't get enough of the weird and wonderful world of the theremin.
CBS News
04-05-2025
- Entertainment
- CBS News
Brazilian police arrest 2 in thwarted bomb plot at Lady Gaga Rio concert with 2 million fans
Police in Brazil said on Sunday that two people have been arrested in connection with an alleged plot to detonate a bomb at a free Lady Gaga concert in Rio de Janeiro. Saturday's event drew some 2 million fans to Copacabana Beach. Rio de Janeiro's state police said they had worked with the Justice Ministry to disrupt an attack allegedly planned by a group that was spreading hate speech against the LGBTQ community. Police said the group sought to radicalize and recruit teenagers to carry out attacks using Molotov cocktails and improvised explosives. "The plan was treated as a 'collective challenge' with the aim of gaining notoriety on social media," the police said. Authorities said they arrested two people in connection with the planned attack — the alleged leader of the group on illegal weapons possession charges in the southern state of Rio Grande do Sul, and a teenager on child pornography charges in Rio. The concert was the biggest show of Gaga's career. "Tonight, we're making history," Lady Gage told a screaming crowd. "Thank you for making history with me." The Mother Monster, as she is known, kicked off the show just after 10 p.m. local time with her 2011 song "Bloody Mary." Cries of joy rose from the tightly packed fans who sang and danced shoulder to shoulder on the vast stretch of sand. Concert organizers said 2.1 million people attended the show, which was funded by the city of Rio in an effort to revitalize the economy. In a recent report, Rio's City Hall said the show should bring in at least 600 million reais, or roughly $106 million. For Gaga, the performance was also an opportunity to promote her upcoming "Mayhem Ball" tour, featuring songs from her latest record MAYHEM. The album debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 when it was released in early March and includes new hits like "Abracadabra." Lady Gaga performs during her free concert in Rio de Janeiro, Saturday, May 3, 2025. Silvia Izquierdo / AP Lady Gaga also performed a number of older classics at her free show Saturday, including "Poker Face" and "Alejandro," switching between an array of dresses including one with the colors of the Brazilian flag. Some fans — many of them young — arrived on the beach at the crack of dawn to secure a good spot, armed with snacks and drinks. They spent the day under a blazing sun, while others perched in trees, determined to get a panoramic view. "Today is the best day of my life," said Manoela Dobes, a 27-year-old designer who was wearing a dress plastered with a photograph from when she met Lady Gaga in the United States in 2019. "It's surreal to be here." Madonna also turned Copacabana Beach into a massive dance floor last year. The large-scale performances are part of an effort led by City Hall to boost economic activity after Carnival and New Year's Eve festivities and the upcoming month-long Saint John's Day celebrations in June. "It brings activity to the city during what was previously considered the low season — filling hotels and increasing spending in bars, restaurants, and retail, generating jobs and income for the population," said Osmar Lima, the city's secretary of economic development, in a statement released by Rio City Hall's tourism department last month. People cheer as they watch Lady Gaga rehearse a day ahead of her free concert on Copacabana beach. Bruna Prado / AP Similar concerts are scheduled to take place every year in May at least until 2028. Lady Gaga arrived in Rio in the early hours of Tuesday. The city has been alive with Gaga-mania since, as it geared up to welcome the pop star for her first show in the country since 2012. Rio's metro employees danced to Lady Gaga's 2008 hit song "LoveGame" and gave instructions for Saturday in a video. A free exhibition celebrating her career sold out. While the vast majority of attendees were from Rio, the event also attracted Brazilians from across the country and international visitors. More than 500,000 tourists poured into the city in the days leading up to the show, more than double the initial forecast, according to data from the local bus station and Tom Jobim airport, Rio's City Hall said in a statement on Friday. Ingrid Serrano, a 30-year-old engineer, traveled from Colombia to Brazil to attend the show. "I've been a 100% fan of Lady Gaga my whole life," said Serrano, who was wearing a T-shirt featuring Lady Gaga's outlandish costumes over the years. For her, the mega-star represents "total freedom of expression — being who one wants without shame." Rio officials have a history of organizing huge concerts on Copacabana Beach. Madonna's show drew an estimated 1.6 million fans last year, while 4 million people flooded onto the beach for a 1994 New Year's Eve show by Rod Stewart in 1994. According to Guinness World Records, that was the biggest free rock concert in history. To ensure fans could hear the songs, sixteen sound towers were spread along the beach. Fans pack the shore of Copacabana beach to attend Lady Gaga's free show. Bruna Prado / AP Rio state's security plan included 3,300 members of the military, 1,500 police officers and 400 firefighters. Among those present were Lady Gaga admirers who remember their disappointment in 2017, when the artist canceled a performance scheduled in Rio at the last minute due to health issues. Ricardo Filho, who has been a fan since childhood, said it was worth the wait. "She's the best artist in the world," the 25-year-old said, as chants of "Gaga, I love you" in Portuguese rose from the crowd behind him.
