Having sold over 150 million albums, filled stadiums for many years, and received prestigious honors like the Gershwin Prize for Popular Song and Kennedy Center Honors, Garth Brooks is no stranger to success.

However, as the country music star announces the final performances of his sold-out Garth Brooks/Plus One residency at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas, he shares that he will genuinely miss the experience.

“If there was anyone who said I’d do this forever, it would be me,” Brooks noted during an exclusive interview with YSL News.

His vibrant performances, filled with energetic tracks like “Callin’ Baton Rouge” and heartfelt ballads such as “Unanswered Prayers” and “The Dance,” along with covers from artists like Billy Joel and George Strait and regular appearances from his superstar wife Trisha Yearwood, will officially close in March.

Brooks’ remaining show dates are set for February 21-23 and 28, and March 1-2 and 7-9.

Tickets for these final events will be available for purchase at 1 p.m. EDT on September 19 at ticketmaster.com/GarthVegas.

Citi cardholders will have access to a pre-sale beginning at 1 p.m. on September 16. Previous ticket purchasers will be able to buy tickets at 1 p.m. EDT on September 17, while Caesars Rewards members and Live Nation customers can access tickets at 1 p.m. EDT on September 18.

At 62 years old, Brooks has also announced that he is ending his Inside Studio G online series, which he has been hosting since 2016, later this year.

“It’s time to start thinking about the next chapter,” Brooks stated. “We’ve just relaunched the Garth Channel on the digital platform TuneIn, so our future content will be directed there.”

The hardworking Brooks discussed more about the conclusion of his Caesars residency, revealing plans to release a live album from the last performances, his time spent with his band in Vegas, and why he’s ready to take on the role of “plus one” for Yearwood.

Question: Are the upcoming dates really going to mark the end?

Answer: (Laughs) Yes, they will. We signed on for a year, and I didn’t want Caesars to take a hit, so they had the option for a second year, which they exercised. I’m really going to miss it. The crowds have been fantastic. I’ll take a Garth crowd anywhere, but the phone-bagging policy during shows has made a significant difference; every performance is a surprise for the fans, and it’s been wonderful. I really hate to see it come to an end.

Last time we spoke during your opening night in May 2023, you hadn’t decided what to perform first. You ended up starting with a Bob Seger song and have frequently opened with covers since. What’s behind that decision?

I think it’s partly because I don’t want to give away a Garth song too soon. We need to check the sound in the venue each night, so I usually start with a song from Seger, Keith Whitley, or Randy Travis to get a feel for the audience and see which areas of the stage are lively. If it’s vibrant where I stand, it’ll be even better when the band starts. I like to walk around the stage to identify the hot spots. It’s my way of getting a read on the venue.

What makes you include more than one Seger song in your set?

Seger, along with the Eagles, is one of those artists who would likely be considered country music if they had debuted in the ‘90s—just like James Taylor and his pedal steel guitarist. Linda Ronstadt also fits into country music from that time; their storytelling resonates deeply with me.

What have you valued most about your time in Vegas?

I’ve been able to spend an incredible amount of time with the band and crew. We have team dinners, shop together, or go to places like Topgolf. It’s like a big family filled with wonderful people. Around 40 years ago, I decided that life is too short for negative people, so when you surround yourself with those you care about, being stuck in a traffic jam doesn’t matter—you realize how fortunate you are.

Out of the residency shows, 24 of us kicked off this journey together in 1994. That’s been a span of thirty years, which feels like family.

How does this residency compare to your first one at Wynn (2009-2014)?

The initial residency was intimate – just 1,400 attendees, me and my guitar. While the freedom I experienced back then was wonderful, I missed having my band with me. After 391 arena and stadium shows, our band has evolved to a whole new level. At Wynn, it was just me and a guitar, but now, when audiences realize it’s not solely a Garth and a guitar show, you can see the men in the audience energized. The ratio of men to women is about 50/50, with an even greater number of guys attending now. A simple show with just me and a guitar might not attract as many men, and I truly enjoy seeing them sing along, even if we all can’t dance well!

You opened your Friends in Low Places bar in Nashville in March. Are there any plans for a location in Vegas?

Honestly, I believe there’s only one other ideal place for it, and that’s Vegas. It would definitely be fun. If it’s meant to be, it will happen, but it has to feel natural and concentrate on three key aspects: service, cleanliness, and security. I live close to the Nashville location and I’m not sure how much trust I would place in a location that far away. It’s important to convey that we support each other.

What’s next for you performance-wise after this residency?

In 2025, I see my role primarily as the supportive partner. My wife has always been there for me, and now it’s my turn to support her. She deserves to perform more than just two songs a night. I told her I’d be her rock, and I’d gladly stay backstage to assist her however she needs.

As for the last show in March, are there any special plans in place?

I would love to film that show. There’s truly something magical in that space. Moreover, we’ll wrap up the availability of the “Double Live” and “Triple Live” albums (released in 1998 and 2019), and introduce “Killer Live.” This new album will honor other artists and include medleys from various places we’ve performed, like Tom Petty in Florida and James Taylor in North Carolina. However, our first step will probably be recording those final three weekends at Caesars for a live album. I want everyone to experience what I’m experiencing.