After a hiatus that stretched beyond five years, Miley Cyrus is set to reclaim the U.S. stage with two headline performances at the iconic Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles. The shows, scheduled just 10 days from now, sold out within minutes, prompting a Ticketmaster queue that peaked at an astonishing 1.5 million attempts. This frenzy underscores the pop star’s enduring pull and the cultural weight of the venue, which has hosted generations of legends. As the clock ticks toward an 11 p.m. curfew, Cyrus has confirmed she will start early, ensuring fans enjoy every moment before the lights dim.
Ticket demand and venue highlights
The rapid sell-out mirrors the excitement surrounding Cyrus’s first U.S. dates in over five years, a milestone that resonates with both longtime fans and newcomers. Located on the foothills of Hollywood, the Bowl offers a panoramic backdrop that amplifies the energy of a live show. Ticketmaster reported that the demand eclipsed typical concert traffic, with 1.5 million users scrambling for seats, a figure that reflects the magnitude of the event. In an interview with Zane Lowe Cyrus hinted that the set will conclude well before the venue’s 11 p.m. curfew, a promise that adds an extra layer of anticipation for the packed audience.
Setlist speculation: new album, old classics, and tribute possibilities
While the primary focus of the concerts is to showcase songs from her freshly released album Bass Persuades the setlist is likely to be a sprawling tapestry that reaches back four years. Cyrus has not toured extensively since her last full-scale concert run, leaving the 2023 album Endless Summer Vacation and the 2025 Grammy-nominated Something Beautiful largely unperformed live. Fans can therefore expect a blend of chart-toppers like the title track “Bass Persuades” and newer singles such as “River,” which captures the spirit of a modern Hannah Montana anthem.
Beyond the new material, Cyrus may dip into her extensive catalog to honor personal milestones. March marked the 20th anniversary of the Hannah Montana phenomenon, opening the door for a nostalgic rendition of the show’s theme song, “The Best of Both Worlds.” Moreover, the recent passing of her beloved aunt, Dolly Parton adds an emotional dimension; a heartfelt tribute—perhaps a medley merging Cyrus’s “Wrecking Ball” with Parton’s timeless “I Will Always Love You”—would align with the artist’s history of collaborative homage.
Other likely inclusions span from the sultry pop-rock of “Golden Burning Sun” to the dance-floor filler “Party in the U.S.A.”, ensuring the night feels both fresh and familiar. Intriguingly, Cyrus has spoken about incorporating spoken-word poetry into the performance, a cue that songs like “Handstand” could serve as lyrical bridges. With guest appearances rumored—potentially featuring Naomi Campbell in a runway-inspired interlude or nods to Madonna through a brief “Vogue” sample—the concerts promise a multi-sensory experience that lives up to the mantra “Life’s What You Make It.”
