# Metallica Debut Classic Song at Sphere Show

> Metallica played 'Harvester of Sorrow' at their sixth Las Vegas Sphere show, sparking fan criticism over visuals.
- Title: Metallica Debut Classic Song at Sphere Show · Loudwire
- Summary: Metallica played 'Harvester of Sorrow' at their sixth Las Vegas Sphere show, sparking fan criticism over visuals. Metallica debuted 'Harvester of Sorrow' at…
- Keywords: metallica, sphere, las vegas, harvester of sorrow, setlist, james hetfield, spasticliff, metallica sphere show, and justice for all, jason newsted, steve thompson, appetite for distortion
- Source: Loudwire — https://loudwire.com/metallica-debut-another-classic-song-latest-sphere-show-setlist-video
- Published: 2026-10-18T10:38:14+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: metallica, sphere, las vegas, harvester of sorrow, setlist, james hetfield, spasticliff, metallica sphere show, and justice for all, jason newsted, steve thompson, appetite for distortion
## Metallica Sphere Show Debut
Metallica debuted 'Harvester of Sorrow' during their sixth Las Vegas Sphere show on Oct. 17, 2026.
## Setlist Details
The setlist included 'Harvester of Sorrow' between '72 Seasons' and 'The Day That Never Comes'.
## Fan Criticism
Fans criticized the visuals for 'Harvester of Sorrow', saying the screen displayed a man and goose for the entire song.
## James Hetfield's Comment
James Hetfield thanked the audience after playing 'Harvester of Sorrow', saying it was from ...And Justice for All.
## Other Setlist Songs
The show featured older staples like 'The Unforgiven' and newer songs including 'Hardwired' and '72 Seasons'.
## Previous Shows
The Oct. 17 show was nearly identical to Oct. 3 and Oct. 10 Sphere performances.
## Steve Thompson's View
Steve Thompson, the engineer who mixed ...And Justice for All, called burying Jason Newsted's bass 'stupid'.
## James Hetfield's Statement
James Hetfield criticized 'other entertainers' for using concerts to promote agendas, saying Metallica's agenda is love and heavy music.
## Roger Waters' Response
Roger Waters called James Hetfield a 'prick' and said he needs empathy for fellow humans.
## Fan Reactions
Fans discussed James Hetfield's remarks about Metallica's agenda, with some calling him a 'prick'.
## Key takeaway

Metallica debuted 'Harvester of Sorrow' at their sixth Sphere show, with fans criticizing the visuals.