Katy Perry Las Vegas residency poster
Courtesy PhotoKaty Perry is getting geeked for the kick-off of her first Las Vegas residency. The singer posted a preview video on Monday (Nov. 29) in which she slips into an Elvis-style glittery jumpsuit featuring an oversized “KP LV” belt buckle, with “Stay Fabulous” written in rhinestones on the back. Rocking a long brown wig and clutching an electric guitar, Perry does a spin for the camera in the 15-second clip teeing up her first Sin City stay-put, which is slated to kick off on Dec. 29.
“Only one month until we can officially #PLAY together at @ResortsWorldLV!,” she wrote in a message larded with mushroom and dice emoji. “Like if you’re coming to the show, comment if you’re coming to the show.” The American Idol judge will set up shop at The Theatre at Resorts World resort/casino for “Katy Perry: Play,” which is currently slated for 16 shows: Dec. 29 and 31, as well as January 1, 7, 8, 12, 14, 15 and March 2, 4, 11, 12, 16, 18 and 19.
Perry’s fans can throw down for some high roller packages for the show, including the “Witness VIP,” which includes a reserved seat in the orchestra section, a complimentary VIP beverage voucher, a souvenir red carpet step & repeat photo and limited-edition KP merch. The resort will also play host to shows by Carrie Underwood, Luke Bryan, Celine Dion, Zedd and Tiësto.
It’ll be a busy early 2022 for Perry, who has signed on to be a judge on Idol for a fifth season alongside Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan and host Ryan Seacrest. The upcoming 20th season of the beloved reality singing show — which aired on Fox for 15 years before moving to ABC — hosted virtual auditions across the country through Sept. 21 with a plan to return in early 2022.
See Perry’s post below.
DragonForce have officially introduced Alissa White-Gluz as the band’s newest vocalist, revealing that the former Arch Enemy singer will now perform alongside longtime frontman Marc Hudson as the group moves into a new era.
Her debut performances with the band are happening soon, with White-Gluz set to appear at Florida’s Welcome To Rockville this weekend before joining DragonForce again at Ohio’s Sonic Temple the following week.
The upcoming concerts are part of the celebration marking 20 years since the release of Inhuman Rampage, the 2005 record that pushed DragonForce into worldwide metal success.
The group also revealed that this new version of the band has already started creating new music, hinting at an exciting new direction for the future.
Founding guitarist Herman Li described White-Gluz joining the band as an important new chapter for DragonForce.
He explained: “Alissa joining the band is an expansion of everything we’ve done up to this point."
Li also shared that even after two decades together, the band still feels inspired to keep evolving.
He said: “Together we will honour what made Inhuman Rampage matter, while showing people exactly where we’re going next… She doesn’t just sing, she makes all aspects of our music better. And she sounds incredible live!”
White-Gluz opened up about how excited she is to take on the new role, saying the collaboration already feels creatively rewarding and refreshing.
She said: “I am beyond excited to be bringing such iconic music to life with these amazingly skilled musicians.
“It feels great to showcase all the colours of my voice… in technically challenging, deeply energising, highly addictive songs.”
She also spoke about the continued support from fans over the years and how much it motivates her moving forward.
She said: “I want to keep pushing my boundaries and delivering exceptional music and live experiences to the fans that I cherish so much.”
The news follows a major transition period for White-Gluz, who officially exited Arch Enemy in November before releasing her debut solo single The Room Where She Died later that same day.
White-Gluz spent 12 years as part of the Swedish melodic death metal outfit.
The band's social media statement regarding her exit read: “Arch Enemy have parted ways with singer Alissa White-Gluz. We’re thankful for the time and music we’ve shared and wish her all the best. Wherever there is an ending, there is also a beginning. See you in 2026.”
White-Gluz wrote in her own statement: "After 12 years in Arch Enemy, we have parted ways. I am forever thankful to the thousands of amazing fans I have met along the way. Thank you, Beastligns! I can’t wait to share what I have been working on with you all (some big surprises in store). Stay tuned for big news in 2026 and see you very soon."
White-Gluz’s position in Arch Enemy was later filled by One Human musician Lauren Hart.
