Here’s Why Some Fans Think Kenny Chesney Might Be Headlining at Las Vegas’ Sphere

Since opening in Las Vegas in September 2023, the 360-foot-plus tall venue the Sphere has become an instant iconic Vegas structure. Artists including U2, the Eagles and Dead & Company have played the 18,600-capacity venue, which has become known for its immersive live entertainment video and audio experience, including a wraparound interior LED screen, its LED exterior and 4D effects.

Now, some music fans are speculating that eight-time entertainer of the year winner (four times each for CMAs and ACMs) and mainstay stadium headliner Kenny Chesney is the next artist slated to play the Sphere.

That’s because on Wednesday (Jan. 15), the Sphere posted a video on its social media pages showing the iconic venue lit up with a video that showed ocean waters receding to show a weathered blue chair nestled on an idyllic island beach, and later, an acoustic guitar and a cowboy hat. The social media post from the Sphere was accompanied by a side-eyes emoji.

“I was waiting for Kenny Chesney to appear in his “old blue chair,” one person commented on the Sphere’s Instagram post. Added another, “Kenny!!! This is going to be a good show.”

A rep for Chesney declined to respond to Billboard‘s request for comment.

The image of an old blue chair has long been associated with East Tennessee native Chesney, who has made island imagery an essential part of his brand. More than two decades ago, Chesney recorded the song “Old Blue Chair” as the concluding song on his 2004 album When the Sun Goes Down. The following year, he released the album Be As You Are (Songs From an Old Blue Chair). The album’s cover featured Chesney seated on a beach, leaning back on an old, weathered blue chair. Chesney also launched his line of Blue Chair Bay rum in 2013. In 2014, he also recorded the song “Christmas in Blue Chair Bay.” Throughout the past several years, numerous promotional videos and photos have featured Chesney and his signature “old blue chair.”

Additionally, Chesney is set to make an unknown announcement on Thursday, Jan. 16, during a visit to TODAY during the 8 a.m. hour. That same day, he will appear on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.

“I have always been one to let the music do the talking,” Chesney said in a recent press statement announcing his upcoming television appearances. “This year is going to be unlike any other. This is one time when I probably do need to get out and explain exactly what we’re up to. But for now, I can say this: I am incredibly ramped up about what we’re in the middle of making happen for 2025. It’s one of those things where you can’t just throw it out there – so I am really glad we’re getting to spend some time at TODAY, then The Tonight Show.”

See Sphere’s post below:

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