Music in the Pandemic Era (Early 2020s)

In the early 2020s you’d encounter a music scene reshaped by the COVID-19 pandemic. When casinos closed in March 2020, residencies paused, but artists like Aerosmith pivoted to virtual concerts from the MGM Grand. This digital shift invited fans worldwide to experience Vegas from home, a creative response to the crisis. 

As restrictions lifted in 2021, live music roared back with a vengeance. Come to Vegas and catch the return of Usher’s residency at Caesars Palace, starting in 2021, with R&B hits and slick choreography. The demand for live experiences surged, with venues adapting to safety protocols like spaced seating. 

The 2020s also saw the rise of outdoor music events, like the 2022 Life is Beautiful festival, blending indie rock with electronic beats. Come to Vegas during these fall weekends and feel the desert air thrum with performances from artists like Arctic Monkeys. This expansion beyond the Strip broadened Vegas’s musical reach, a trend your domain can use to attract festival-goers and travel planners.

By mid-2025, Vegas’s music scene continues to evolve, with residencies like Lady Gaga’s at Dolby Live, ongoing since 2022, blending pop and jazz. Come to Vegas now, on this July 20, 2025 evening, and you might catch her latest show, a testament to the city’s enduring appeal. 

Feel the resilience of Vegas’s music scene by catching Lady Gaga’s show or an outdoor festival downtown. Visit iconic venues like Caesars Palace to connect with the early 2020s’ comeback spirit. Book a concert ticket today, and let the city’s vibrant recovery inspire your visit, blending music with the thrill of a post-pandemic Vegas.