How Las Vegas Music Trends Have Evolved From 2015 Until today

 In one of my previous blogs, I discussed the popularity of Classic Rock music in Las Vegas. 

Today, I'm going to compare the different music genres over the last 10 years. (2015 to 2025)

Which music genres are more popular with the fans since 2015, and which music genres are losing ground?

Here's a "Recent" side-by-side comparison of the most popular music genres in Las Vegas in 2015 vs. 2025, based on live performances, residencies, club trends, and audience demographics:

Las Vegas Music Genre Popularity: 2015 vs. 2025

	2015	2025
1	Pop – Britney Spears, Celine Dion	1. Pop – Adele, Madonna, U2
2	EDM – Calvin Harris, Tiësto	2. EDM – Zedd, Steve Aoki, Dom Dolla
3	Classic Rock / Rock – Raiding the Rock Vault, Hard Rock shows	3. Hip-Hop / Rap – Usher, Travis Scott, club hosts
4	Hip-Hop / R&B – Drai’s, 1OAK nights	4. Classic Rock / Rock – tribute bands, House of Blues, The Strat
5	Country – Reba, Brooks & Dunn	5. Country – Garth Brooks, Luke Bryan
6	Jazz / Lounge / Crooner – legacy shows in lounges	6. Latin – Bad Bunny, Peso Pluma, Karol G
7	Latin – smaller club presence	7. R&B / Soul – SZA, Usher, The Weekend influence
8	Metal / Hard Rock – Vamp’d, local shows	8. Jazz / Crooner – still alive in lounges & The Smith Center
9	Tribute Bands – popular with locals	9. Tribute Bands / Variety – still thriving at off-Strip venues
10	—	10. K-Pop / Global Pop – small but growing fandom presence

Key Changes (2015 ➡ 2025):

• Hip-Hop surged ahead, going from 4th to 3rd due to its stronger mainstream and nightlife appeal.

• Latin music made a major leap, moving from niche to mainstream thanks to global stars and demographic shifts.

• Classic Rock dropped slightly, but it still holds strong with locals and aging tourists despite the closure of some key venues like Count's Vamp’d & Club Madrid Sunset Station Hotel.

• Pop remains dominant, especially on the Strip, driven by high-dollar residencies and global tourist demand.

• EDM held its ground, but it's now part of a broader nightlife blend with Hip-Hop and Latin.

• Jazz and Crooner styles declined in ranking, though still culturally significant in upscale lounges.

• Tribute bands remain a unique Vegas staple, providing a consistent draw across off-Strip and Station Casino venues.

Comparing the most popular music genres in Las Vegas from 2015 to 2025 highlights the city’s constant evolution while preserving its entertainment roots. Pop and EDM continue to dominate the Strip with high-profile residencies and club scenes, but the rise of hip-hop and Latin music reflects a younger, more diverse audience shaping the sound of modern Vegas. Meanwhile, classic rock and tribute bands maintain a loyal fan base among locals and nostalgic tourists, even as the landscape shifts. This decade-long transition underscores Las Vegas’ unique ability to blend timeless classics with emerging trends, making it a dynamic music capital that caters to every generation.

As for me, I'm still a classic rocker!

GE