Pantera Announces ‘The Heaviest Tour of the Summer’ Dates

Pantera, the legendary groove metal band, has announced ‘The Heaviest Tour of the Summer,’ setting the stage for a massive 29-date trek across arenas and amphitheaters. The lineup features original members Phil Anselmo and Rex Brown, alongside guitarist Zakk Wylde and drummer Charlie Benante of Anthrax. Joining them on this heavy metal extravaganza are Swedish melodic death metal stalwarts Amon Amarth, with another opening act yet to be revealed.

The tour kicks off on July 15th at The Pavilion at Star Lake in Burgettstown, PA, and will crisscross the country, hitting renowned venues like Blossom Music Center in Ohio, Northwell at Jones Beach Theater in New York, and the American Family Insurance Amphitheater in Wisconsin. The tour will culminate on September 13th at the iTHINK Financial Amphitheatre in West Palm Beach, FL. Fans can get a jump start on tickets and VIP packages during the pre-sale starting February 25th, with general ticket sales opening on February 28th via Ticketmaster.

Prior to their headlining tour, Pantera will be warming up the stage for Metallica on the latter’s North American stadium tour. Additionally, on July 5th, the band will participate in Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath’s Back to the Beginning event in Birmingham, UK. This grand finale for the metal legend will feature a star-studded lineup including Metallica, Tool, Guns N’ Roses, Slayer, Alice In Chains, and more.

The tour with Amon Amarth will see Pantera hitting various cities, from Tinley Park, IL, to Wantagh, NY, and from Salt Lake City, UT, to Dallas, TX. The anticipation for this tour is palpable, with fans eagerly awaiting the band’s electrifying performances and the chance to witness metal music at its finest.

With a mix of classic hits and new material, Pantera’s ‘The Heaviest Tour of the Summer’ promises to be a memorable experience for metal enthusiasts across the nation. The band’s enduring legacy and influence in the metal genre ensure that this tour will be a celebration of their iconic sound and a testament to their lasting impact on the music industry.

As fans gear up for this epic tour, the anticipation is high, and the excitement is palpable. Pantera, known for their high-octane live shows and electrifying stage presence, is set to deliver a tour that will go down in heavy metal history as a must-see event for all metalheads. So mark your calendars, secure your tickets, and get ready to rock out with Pantera on ‘The Heaviest Tour of the Summer.’