Afterlife/Interscope’s Anyma wrapped up his groundbreaking eight-show residency at the Sphere on Saturday night (1/11), solidifying his status as the first electronic artist to headline the cutting-edge Las Vegas venue. Over 130,000 fans filled the sold-out run, experiencing Afterlife Presents Anyma: The End of Genesys, an awe-inspiring blend of futuristic visuals and genre-defining electronic soundscapes.
Described by Anyma as a “cybernetic opera,” the performance unfolded in four acts—Genesys, Humana, The End of Genesys, and Quantum—exploring the intricate relationship between humanity and artificial intelligence. Sphere’s 360-degree visuals transported the audience to surreal, otherworldly landscapes, from cyborgs shattering walls of glass to fiery cityscapes, lush gardens and a barren desert.
Positioned at the center of it all, Anyma performed from a glowing, high-tech structure surrounded by robotic cellists and illuminated cables, delivering fan favorites like “Hear Me Now” and “Walking With a Ghost.” The set also featured tracks from Genesys II, including “Pictures of You,” his remix of Fred again.. and Swedish House Mafia’s “Turn on the Lights again…,” and his recent collaboration with Ellie Goulding, “Hypnotized.”
Born Matteo Milleri, Anyma is one-half of the acclaimed duo Tale of Us, who have built a reputation for their innovative approach to electronic music, pairing atmospheric, emotionally charged soundscapes with a distinctive visual aesthetic. Through their Afterlife label and its forward-thinking event series, Milleri and creative partner Carmine Conte have consistently expanded the boundaries of the genre. That vision reached new heights at Sphere, where Anyma’s sci-fi-inspired storytelling paired seamlessly with the venue’s state-of-the-art technology.
Anyma’s residency redefined electronic music’s live potential, pairing cutting-edge production with Sphere’s unrivaled capabilities, setting a bold new precedent for the genre.
With the new year fast approaching, Afterlife/Interscope’s Anyma is set to launch his Las Vegas residency, The End of Genesys, at the Sphere on 12/27.
Becoming the first electronic artist to headline the groundbreaking venue, the DJ and producer, born Matteo Milleri, has sold out six shows through 1/1—including the Sphere’s inaugural New Year’s Eve event—and recently added two more dates on 1/10 and 1/11.
Presented by Live Nation, each night will feature a rotating lineup of openers, such as Camelphat, Charlotte De Witte, Mike Dean, Rampa, Sebastian Ingrosso, TIËSTO and Layton Giordani, along with rumored surprise guests.
Earlier this year, Anyma—who is also the co-founder of the Afterlife label—released Genesys II, the follow-up to his debut album, before taking the Coachella stage as one half of electronic duo Tale of Us.
The residency marks a milestone moment for the Sphere, which has predominantly hosted performances by iconic rock and jam bands. Joining the likes of U2, Phish, Dead & Company and The Eagles as headlining acts at the venue, Anyma is ushering electronic music into the Sphere's state-of-the-art space, featuring the largest and most advanced wraparound LED screen in the world.
Limited tickets for the 1/10 and 1/11 shows are available here.
Good Play Music, a new LA-based firm specializing in management, publishing and career development for creatives, has launched under the leadership of Amanda Samii.
A former Capitol Records and Kobalt Music Publishing exec, Samii’s past work includes signing and developing the likes of FINNEAS, Marshmello, Niall Horan and Rogét Chahayed.
Joining her is Sam Schulman, longtime manager and A&R exec known for her work with ASHE, FINNEAS, Bishop Briggs and Ali Tamposi. Together, the former Noisemakers aim to offer individualized, client-focused support to their roster of talent.
Good Play’s roster already boasts 1b+ streams. Songwriter Annie Schindel contributed to Chappell Roan’s “Red Wine Supernova” and works with rising talent like Dasha and INJI, while Grammy-winning producer duo CASHÆ has powered hits for LE SSERAFIM, David Guetta and Miky Woodz. Photographer Elizabeth Miranda (Dua Lipa, JENNIE) and director Hunter Moreno (Selena Gomez, mgk) are among the visual creatives on the roster.
“At Good Play, our mission is to elevate our clients' talents, break down barriers, and spark meaningful conversations that inspire change in the entertainment industry,” says Samii.
“With the business shifting back toward true artist and creative development, I feel lucky to be a part of its ever-changing landscape,” added Schulman.
Seen blissfully unaware this landed in our inbox are (l-r) Samii and Schulman.
