The first NFL final game in the city will be marked by an emotional musical tribute from start to finish
This Sunday, February 11, what will happen in Las Vegas “will not stay in Las Vegas,” as it promises to resonate throughout the world. Super Bowl LVIII, which this year will be held for the first time in Sin City, promises to be more than a sporting event with an unforgettable musical tribute. According to TMZ, Frank Sinatra’s iconic anthem My Way will be remembered with a great performance at a highlight of the show, which will also no longer feature the previously announced performance by DJ Tiësto.
The choice of Sinatra’s theme to open the event is not coincidental. It represents a tribute to the host city, as the lyrics “define it perfectly” underscoring the excitement and uniqueness of Las Vegas. This will only be the main one of the other notable tributes throughout the Super Bowl, according to anticipated reports from TMZ.
The broadcast of the Super Bowl 2024 and the CBS network prepare an immersive experience for viewers, including shots of notable NFL players such as Travis Kelce, Patrick Mahomes and Christian McCaffrey, which will be complemented by moving interviews with the athletes’ families, all this under the melody of a new version of My Way.
During this new mix, the tribute will feature a live orchestra and a nostalgic projection of Sinatra singing from the majesty of the new venue, The Sphere, to the screens inside and outside the venue. The recently opened concert space on the Las Vegas Strip has caused such a sensation that it will add an even more spectacular touch to the event.
Additionally, during the halftime show, R&B superstar Usher will also deliver his own rendition of My Way, ensuring the song will resonate throughout the evening and promising a powerful performance that will leave its mark on the celebration.
But the evening faces an unforeseen event with the unexpected absence of Tiësto. This Thursday, the ‘godfather of electronic dance music’ announced that he will not be able to participate in the event due to a “personal family emergency.” This participation would have marked the first time a DJ performed at a Super Bowl, a milestone in the history of the event.
Through the X platform (formerly Twitter), the Dutch DJ expressed his disappointment at not being able to attend the mega event, just a few days before his big presentation at the Allegiant Stadium. “Myself and my team have been preparing something really special for months, but a personal family emergency requires me to return home on Sunday morning,” he wrote. “It was a difficult decision to miss the game, but family always comes first.”
Tiësto, with more than 36 million albums sold, expressed his gratitude to the NFL for the opportunity and mentioned his intention to collaborate with the league on a future project. Despite his absence, his followers have shown their support and understanding of the DJ’s family situation. So far, no replacement has been announced for his performance.
The 2024 Super Bowl will take place at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas this Sunday, February 11 and is shaping up to be a unique event that combines emotional tributes, musical surprises and a decisive duel between the Kansas City Chiefs and the San Francisco 49ers. The public is also awaiting Taylor Swift’s possible attendance at the sporting event to support her boyfriend, Travis Kelce.