The desert heat of Las Vegas met the fiery energy of thrash metal legends Metallica for this monumental performance at the inaugural Rock in Rio USA festival in May 2015. As headliners for the rock-focused weekend, the band took to the stage at the MGM Festival Grounds and delivered a masterclass in heavy metal, reaffirming their status as one of the most powerful live acts on the planet. The show was a highlight of the festival's first-ever American edition, drawing a massive crowd ready for an unforgettable night.
The setlist for the evening was a sprawling, career-spanning journey packed with surprises. Kicking things off with the high-octane "Fuel," a first for the band as an opening track, they immediately set an explosive tone. The performance also featured the first live rendition of "King Nothing" since 2011, a treat for dedicated fans. Alongside towering classics like "Master of Puppets," "One," and "Enter Sandman," Metallica paid homage to their influences with powerful covers of Bob Seger's "Turn the Page" and the traditional Irish folk song "Whiskey in the Jar." This powerful 18-song set demonstrated the band's enduring power and versatility, making it a landmark concert in their storied history.