Lars Ulrich Confirms Metallica’s Interest In Sphere Residency, 2026 Super Bowl Halftime Show

According to Vital Vegas, Metallica is considering a residency at the Las Vegas Sphere, a venue that has previously hosted U2, Dead & Company, and Eagles. While the website does not have concrete evidence to support these claims, it has accurately predicted other Sphere residencies. When asked about the rumors during a surprise interview with Howard Stern, Metallica drummer Lars Ulrich stated, “I’m not going to confirm anything, because there’s nothing to confirm. But I’m not going to deny it, because we’re all such fans of this venue.” Ulrich acknowledged that the band is considering the Sphere, but emphasized that nothing is finalized. Stern also inquired about Metallica’s potential interest in performing the halftime show at the next Super Bowl, which will take place in the band’s hometown of San Francisco. Ulrich’s response was unequivocal: “Fu-k yeah of course we would.” (COS)