Introduction
The rock and metal scene is buzzing with excitement as a slew of new tours have been announced this past week. From legendary bands making their return to up-and-coming artists hitting the road, fans have a lot to look forward to in the coming months. In this article, we’ll delve into the details of 25 newly announced tours, providing you with all the information you need to secure your tickets and prepare for an unforgettable live music experience.
1. Metallica: WorldWired Tour
Metallica, one of the most iconic names in metal, has announced the continuation of their WorldWired Tour. Known for their electrifying performances, the band will be hitting major cities across North America. Fans can expect to hear classic hits alongside tracks from their latest album, Hardwired… to Self-Destruct.
- Tour Dates: March 15 – September 20, 2024
- Notable Venues: Madison Square Garden, Los Angeles Forum
- Special Guests: Volbeat, Ghost
2. Iron Maiden: Legacy of the Beast Tour
Legendary British heavy metal band Iron Maiden is set to continue their Legacy of the Beast Tour. Known for their elaborate stage setups and high-energy performances, Iron Maiden promises a show that combines their greatest hits with stunning visual effects.
- Tour Dates: April 10 – August 30, 2024
- Notable Venues: Wembley Stadium, Red Rocks Amphitheatre
- Special Guests: Within Temptation
3. Slipknot: Knotfest Roadshow
Slipknot is set to bring their Knotfest Roadshow back to North America. Known for their intense performances and theatrical flair, Slipknot will be joined by a lineup of heavy-hitting bands, promising a night of adrenaline-pumping music.
- Tour Dates: May 5 – July 25, 2024
- Notable Venues: The Forum, TD Garden
- Special Guests: Lamb of God, Amon Amarth
4. Foo Fighters: Stadium Tour
The Foo Fighters are hitting the road again with a massive stadium tour. Known for their dynamic live shows, the band will be playing a mix of their classic hits and newer material, ensuring an unforgettable experience for fans.
- Tour Dates: June 1 – August 15, 2024
- Notable Venues: Soldier Field, Rose Bowl
- Special Guests: The Hives, The Struts
5. Rammstein: North American Tour
Rammstein, known for their explosive live performances, are bringing their tour to North America. Fans can expect a powerful show filled with pyrotechnics and intense energy, featuring hits from their extensive discography.
- Tour Dates: July 10 – September 5, 2024
- Notable Venues: Olympic Stadium, MetLife Stadium
- Special Guests: TBA
6. Tool: Fear Inoculum Tour
Tool is embarking on their highly anticipated Fear Inoculum Tour. Known for their intricate music and immersive live performances, Tool will be showcasing songs from their latest album along with fan favorites.
- Tour Dates: February 20 – May 10, 2024
- Notable Venues: Staples Center, United Center
- Special Guests: Killing Joke
7. Korn: Requiem Tour
Korn is set to embark on their Requiem Tour, bringing their signature nu-metal sound to fans across the country. The band promises a show full of energy and raw emotion, featuring tracks from their latest album as well as classic hits.
- Tour Dates: March 1 – May 20, 2024
- Notable Venues: Barclays Center, American Airlines Center
- Special Guests: Staind, Sevendust
8. Megadeth: The Sick, The Dying… and The Dead! Tour
Megadeth is back on the road with their The Sick, The Dying… and The Dead! Tour. As pioneers of thrash metal, Megadeth promises a high-octane show that will feature both new tracks and timeless classics.
- Tour Dates: May 15 – July 30, 2024
- Notable Venues: Fillmore Auditorium, House of Blues
- Special Guests: Trivium, Hatebreed
9. Black Sabbath: Reunion Tour
In a surprising announcement, Black Sabbath has revealed a reunion tour that will see the legendary band hitting stages across the globe. Fans can expect a journey through the band’s iconic catalog, complete with their signature doom-laden sound.
- Tour Dates: September 1 – December 20, 2024
- Notable Venues: O2 Arena, Madison Square Garden
- Special Guests: Mastodon
10. Avenged Sevenfold: Hail to the King Tour
Avenged Sevenfold is set to embark on their Hail to the King Tour, bringing their theatrical and high-energy performances to fans across the country. The setlist promises a mix of fan favorites and deep cuts from their extensive discography.
- Tour Dates: June 10 – August 25, 2024
- Notable Venues: Hollywood Bowl, Red Rocks Amphitheatre
- Special Guests: Breaking Benjamin, Beartooth
11. System of a Down: Toxicity Tour
System of a Down has announced the Toxicity Tour, celebrating the anniversary of their groundbreaking album. Known for their explosive live shows, the band will be performing the album in its entirety along with other fan favorites.
- Tour Dates: August 15 – November 5, 2024
- Notable Venues: Shoreline Amphitheatre, The Gorge Amphitheatre
- Special Guests: Gojira, Deftones
12. Disturbed: Evolution Tour
Disturbed is hitting the road with their Evolution Tour, bringing their powerful sound and dynamic stage presence to audiences across the country. The tour promises a setlist that spans their career, including new material from their latest album.
- Tour Dates: July 5 – October 15, 2024
- Notable Venues: BB&T Pavilion, Xfinity Center
- Special Guests: Chevelle, In This Moment
13. Bring Me the Horizon: Post Human Tour
Bring Me the Horizon is set to embark on their Post Human Tour, bringing their genre-blending sound to stages across North America. Known for their energetic performances, the band will be playing tracks from their latest EPs and more.
- Tour Dates: April 1 – June 15, 2024
- Notable Venues: The Anthem, The Fillmore
- Special Guests: Poppy, Nova Twins
14. Ghost: Imperatour
Ghost is bringing their Imperatour to North America, promising a theatrical and captivating live show. Known for their distinctive image and blend of rock and metal, Ghost will be performing tracks from their latest album alongside fan favorites.
- Tour Dates: February 1 – April 20, 2024
- Notable Venues: Madison Square Garden, The Armory
- Special Guests: Spiritbox, Twin Temple
15. Judas Priest: 50 Heavy Metal Years Tour
Judas Priest is celebrating 50 years of heavy metal with a tour that promises to be a must-see for fans. Known for their powerful vocals and dual guitar attack, the band will be performing songs from across their extensive catalog.
- Tour Dates: March 10 – June 30, 2024
- Notable Venues: Royal Albert Hall, The Wiltern
- Special Guests: Saxon, Uriah Heep
16. Five Finger Death Punch: AfterLife Tour
Five Finger Death Punch is hitting the road with their AfterLife Tour, bringing their hard-hitting sound to stages across North America. The band promises a high-energy show that will feature tracks from their new album as well as fan favorites.
- Tour Dates: May 20 – August 10, 2024
- Notable Venues: MGM Grand Garden Arena, Rogers Arena
- Special Guests: I Prevail, Bad Wolves
17. Alice Cooper: Ol’ Black Eyes Is Back Tour
Alice Cooper is known for his theatrical live performances, and his Ol’ Black Eyes Is Back Tour is no exception. Fans can expect a show filled with classic hits, elaborate stage setups, and Cooper’s signature showmanship.
- Tour Dates: April 20 – July 30, 2024
- Notable Venues: Beacon Theatre, The Warfield
- Special Guests: Buckcherry, Ace Frehley
18. Mastodon: Hushed and Grim Tour
Mastodon is set to embark on their Hushed and Grim Tour, bringing their progressive metal sound to fans across the country. The tour will feature tracks from their latest album, as well as hits from their extensive catalog.
- Tour Dates: March 5 – May 25, 2024
- Notable Venues: The Ryman, The Fillmore
- Special Guests: Opeth, Baroness
19. Deftones: Ohms Tour
Deftones are heading out on the Ohms Tour, bringing their unique blend of metal and alternative rock to stages across North America. Known for their atmospheric sound, the band will be performing tracks from their latest album and more.
- Tour Dates: April 15 – July 5, 2024
- Notable Venues: Greek Theatre, The Masonic
- Special Guests: Gojira, Poppy
20. Lamb of God: Omens Tour
Lamb of God is bringing their Omens Tour to North America, promising a night of intense metal and powerful performances. The band will be joined by a strong lineup of supporting acts, making this a must-see tour for metal fans.
- Tour Dates: February 25 – May 15, 2024
- Notable Venues: The Fillmore, House of Blues
- Special Guests: Killswitch Engage, Animals As Leaders
21. Gojira: Fortitude Tour
Gojira is hitting the road with their Fortitude Tour, bringing their unique blend of progressive and groove metal to fans across the country. Known for their powerful live shows, Gojira promises an unforgettable experience for attendees.
- Tour Dates: March 10 – June 20, 2024
- Notable Venues: The Tabernacle, The Pageant
- Special Guests: Alien Weaponry, Knocked Loose
22. Amon Amarth: Berserker Tour
Amon Amarth is set to embark on their Berserker Tour, bringing their Viking-themed metal sound to fans across North America. The band promises a show filled with epic anthems and intense energy, making it a must-see for metal enthusiasts.
- Tour Dates: May 1 – August 1, 2024
- Notable Venues: The Fillmore, The Palladium
- Special Guests: Arch Enemy, At The Gates
23. Architects: For Those That Wish To Exist Tour
Architects are hitting the road with their For Those That Wish To Exist Tour, bringing their metalcore sound to stages across the country. The tour will feature tracks from their latest album, as well as fan favorites from their discography.
- Tour Dates: February 10 – April 30, 2024
- Notable Venues: The Fillmore, The Wiltern
- Special Guests: While She Sleeps, Polaris
24. Trivium: In The Court Of The Dragon Tour
Trivium is set to embark on their In The Court Of The Dragon Tour, bringing their thrash and metalcore sound to fans across North America. The band promises a high-energy show that will feature tracks from their latest album and more.
- Tour Dates: March 20 – June 5, 2024
- Notable Venues: House of Blues, The Observatory
- Special Guests: Heaven Shall Burn, TesseracT
25. Opeth: In Cauda Venenum Tour
Opeth is embarking on their In Cauda Venenum Tour, bringing their progressive metal sound to stages across the country. Known for their intricate compositions and dynamic performances, Opeth promises a unique live music experience.
- Tour Dates: April 5 – July 10, 2024
- Notable Venues: The Wiltern, The Fillmore
- Special Guests: Enslaved, Leprous
Conclusion
With an impressive lineup of tours announced this past week, rock and metal fans have plenty to look forward to in 2024. From legendary acts like Metallica and Iron Maiden to modern giants like Slipknot and Tool, the live music scene is set to be vibrant and dynamic. Whether you’re a fan of classic metal, nu-metal, or progressive sounds, there’s a tour for everyone. Be sure to mark your calendars and secure your tickets early, as these shows are sure to be unforgettable experiences.