Article written by Roger Casadejús Pérez
2. Iron Maiden: Legacy of the Beast Tour
Iron Maiden
April 2024 – October 2024
Iron Maiden returns with their Legacy of the Beast Tour, a celebration of their decades-long career and iconic status in the metal world. The tour promises a theatrical experience, with elaborate stage designs that transport fans into the band’s legendary universe. Each concert will feature a carefully curated setlist that spans the band’s impressive discography.
With performances scheduled across Europe and South America, Iron Maiden is set to make a powerful impact on audiences. Known for their energetic performances and Bruce Dickinson’s unmatched vocal prowess, this tour is highly anticipated. Special VIP packages are available for die-hard fans wanting an up-close experience.
3. Slipknot: Knotfest Roadshow
Slipknot
May 2024 – August 2024
The Knotfest Roadshow is back, bringing Slipknot’s unique brand of chaos to cities across the United States. Known for their intense performances and theatrical presentation, Slipknot promises a night of unforgettable music and spectacle. The tour will feature support from other heavy-hitting bands, making it a mini-festival of sorts for metal fans.
Slipknot’s setlist will include fan favorites and new material from their latest release, We Are Not Your Kind. Fans can expect nothing less than a high-energy show filled with powerful riffs and the band’s signature masks and costumes. The Knotfest Roadshow is a must-attend event for those who crave the intensity of live metal performances.
4. Foo Fighters: Medicine at Midnight Tour
Foo Fighters
June 2024 – November 2024
Following the release of their critically acclaimed album, Medicine at Midnight, Foo Fighters are hitting the road for an extensive tour across North America and Europe. Known for their dynamic live shows and Dave Grohl’s charismatic stage presence, the band is set to deliver a series of powerhouse performances.
The tour will include a mix of new songs and classic hits, ensuring a night of nostalgia and new discoveries for fans. With stops at major arenas and festivals, the Foo Fighters’ tour promises to be one of the highlights of the concert calendar. Don’t miss your chance to see one of rock’s most enduring and beloved bands live.
5. Rammstein: Europe Stadium Tour
Rammstein
July 2024 – September 2024
Rammstein, known for their pyrotechnic displays and theatrical performances, will be embarking on an extensive stadium tour across Europe. Fans can expect an explosive show featuring a mix of industrial metal hits and tracks from their latest album. Rammstein’s concerts are legendary for their intensity and visual spectacle, making this tour a must-see.
With stops at some of Europe’s most iconic stadiums, including the Stade de France and Olympiastadion, Rammstein is set to deliver a series of unforgettable performances. The band is renowned for their meticulous attention to detail in both their music and live shows, ensuring fans get a world-class experience.
6. Ghost: Imperatour
Ghost
August 2024 – December 2024
Ghost continues to rise in the metal scene with their Imperatour, which will see the band touring across North America and Europe. Known for their theatrical performances and catchy, melodic metal, Ghost has been capturing the hearts of fans worldwide. The tour supports their latest album, Impera, which has received critical acclaim.
The Imperatour promises an immersive experience, complete with Ghost’s signature stage design and costumes. Fans can expect a mix of new songs and beloved classics, all delivered with the band’s unique flair. This tour is a testament to Ghost’s growing influence and popularity in the metal genre.
7. Tool: Fear Inoculum Tour
Tool
September 2024 – December 2024
Tool is set to embark on the Fear Inoculum Tour, bringing their complex and atmospheric sound to fans across North America and Europe. Known for their intricate musicianship and immersive live shows, Tool’s concerts are a sensory experience that fans won’t want to miss.
The tour supports their latest album, Fear Inoculum, and will include a mix of new material and classic tracks. Tool’s performances are renowned for their visual elements, including stunning light displays and video projections, making each concert a unique and memorable event.
8. Megadeth: The Metal Tour of the Year
Megadeth
October 2024 – January 2025
Megadeth is hitting the road with The Metal Tour of the Year, a massive tour that promises to deliver an unforgettable metal experience. Featuring a lineup of some of the genre’s biggest names, this tour is a must-see for metal fans. Megadeth will be joined by other powerhouse acts, ensuring a night of headbanging and heavy riffs.
The tour will support Megadeth’s latest album, The Sick, the Dying… and the Dead!, and will include fan favorites from their extensive catalog. Known for their technical proficiency and Dave Mustaine’s signature guitar work, Megadeth’s live performances are not to be missed.
9. Evanescence: Worlds Collide Tour
Evanescence
November 2024 – February 2025
Evanescence is teaming up with Within Temptation for the Worlds Collide Tour, a co-headlining tour that promises a night of powerful vocals and symphonic metal. Both bands have a strong fanbase and are known for their dynamic live performances, making this tour a highly anticipated event.
The tour will feature songs from Evanescence’s latest album, The Bitter Truth, as well as classic hits. Fans can expect a night of emotive and powerful music, with both bands delivering their signature styles and stage presence. The Worlds Collide Tour is a must-see for fans of symphonic and gothic metal.
10. Judas Priest: 50 Heavy Metal Years Tour
Judas Priest
December 2024 – March 2025
Celebrating half a century of heavy metal, Judas Priest is embarking on their 50 Heavy Metal Years Tour. This milestone tour will take the band across North America and Europe, delivering a career-spanning setlist that showcases their influence and legacy in the metal world.
Known for their powerful stage presence and Rob Halford’s iconic vocals, Judas Priest promises a night of classic metal anthems and new material. This tour is a celebration of one of the genre’s most enduring and influential bands, making it a must-attend event for metal fans.
11. System of a Down: Wake Up the Souls Tour
System of a Down
January 2025 – April 2025
System of a Down is set to return to the stage with the Wake Up the Souls Tour, marking their first major tour in several years. Known for their politically charged lyrics and unique fusion of metal and alternative rock, System of a Down is a band that defies categorization.
The tour will take the band across North America and Europe, delivering high-energy performances that include fan favorites and new material. System of a Down’s live shows are known for their intensity and engagement, making this tour a highly anticipated event for fans.
12. Green Day: Hella Mega Tour
Green Day
February 2025 – May 2025
Green Day is joining forces with Fall Out Boy and Weezer for the Hella Mega Tour, a massive event that promises a night of punk and alternative rock. This tour will take the bands to major stadiums across North America and Europe, delivering a lineup that appeals to a wide range of music fans.
Green Day’s performances are known for their high-octane energy and Billie Joe Armstrong’s charismatic stage presence. The Hella Mega Tour is a celebration of rock music, bringing together three of the genre’s most popular bands for an unforgettable concert experience.
These 12 tours highlight the diversity and excitement within the rock and metal genres, offering fans an array of live music experiences to look forward to in the coming months. Whether you’re a fan of classic metal, punk rock, or alternative sounds, there’s a tour for you. Be sure to check the official websites for ticket information and updates, as these tours are expected to sell out quickly.