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Metal Band News & Metal Band Tours

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  Megadeth’s Final Album to Feature Metallica’s ‘Ride the Lightning13 December 2025
  Megadeth, the iconic metal band, is set to release its final album, which will include a cover of Metallica’s classic track “Ride the Lightning.” This song holds a special significance as it was co-written by Dave Mustaine before his departure from Metallica in 1983. The decision to include this cover is a nod to Mustaine’s… Read more: Megadeth’s Final Album to Feature Metallica’s ‘Ride the Lightning
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  Avenged Sevenfold Rocks Call of Duty with ‘Magic’ Collaboration12 December 2025
  Avenged Sevenfold, the renowned metal band, has made a splash with their latest single “Magic” in collaboration with the popular video game series, Call of Duty. This new track is featured in Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 and is accompanied by a cutting-edge 360-degree virtual reality video set in the “Black Ops Interrogation Room.”… Read more: Avenged Sevenfold Rocks Call of Duty with ‘Magic’ Collaboration
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  Metal Legends Unite: Toyota Amphitheatre Hosts Epic Concert12 December 2025
  Wheatland, California’s Toyota Amphitheatre hosted a monumental concert featuring the powerhouse lineup of Corrosion of Conformity (COC), Alice Cooper, and Judas Priest. The anticipation was palpable as fans of desert rock and classic metal gathered for an unforgettable night of music. The audience, a mix of seasoned metalheads and younger enthusiasts, eagerly awaited the sonic… Read more: Metal Legends Unite: Toyota Amphitheatre Hosts Epic Concert
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  Slipknot Delays Highly Anticipated Album ‘Look Outside Your Window12 December 2025
  Slipknot fans are in for a disappointment as the band has once again delayed the release of their highly anticipated album, Look Outside Your Window, now set for 2026. This latest update was revealed by founding member M. Shawn “Clown” Crahan during a recent Discord Q&A session. Despite earlier promises, the album won’t be hitting… Read more: Slipknot Delays Highly Anticipated Album ‘Look Outside Your Window
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  Sepultura Announces Final European Concert in Dublin, August 202611 December 2025
  Sepultura, the legendary Brazilian metal band, has recently announced their final European concert, marking the end of a remarkable 41-year journey in the music industry. The band is set to bid farewell to their European fans with a spectacular show at the 3Arena in Dublin, Ireland on August 9, 2026. AwLShn Raised on 80s Metal… Read more: Sepultura Announces Final European Concert in Dublin, August 2026
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  Machine Head Announces 2026 European Tour ‘An Evening With11 December 2025
  Machine Head, the iconic metal band, is set to embark on a European tour in 2026, following their triumphant performance at Bloodstock Open Air and the release of their 11th studio album, UNATØNED. The tour, titled “An Evening With Machine Head,” promises an exclusive experience with no opening acts, just a powerful extended set showcasing… Read more: Machine Head Announces 2026 European Tour ‘An Evening With
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  Killswitch Engage Announces Monumental EU/UK Headlining Tour11 December 2025
  Killswitch Engage has made a resounding announcement that has set metal enthusiasts abuzz. The band, known for delivering critically acclaimed albums, is embarking on a monumental headlining tour across Europe and the UK. This marks their long-awaited return to the region after a six-year hiatus. Fans can expect an electrifying lineup featuring heavyweights like Hatebreed,… Read more: Killswitch Engage Announces Monumental EU/UK Headlining Tour
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  Opeth’s Brisbane Concert: A Night of Metal Mastery10 December 2025
  Opeth graced The Fortitude Music Hall stage in Brisbane on November 20, 2025, as part of their atmospheric The Last Will And Testament tour, with local prog-metal icons Caligula’s Horse opening the night. Fans eagerly filled the venue, some finding themselves in the unusual setting of seated concert arrangements, a departure from the typical standing-room-only… Read more: Opeth’s Brisbane Concert: A Night of Metal Mastery
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  Amon Amarth’s Johan Hegg Reveals Favorite Hidden Gem Song10 December 2025
  Amon Amarth, the renowned Swedish metal band, boasts an extensive discography filled with powerful songs. Among these tracks, lead vocalist Johan Hegg has a particular favorite deep cut that holds a special place in his heart. In a recent interview with Metal Injection, Hegg revealed that “Legend Of A Banished Man” from the band’s 1999… Read more: Amon Amarth’s Johan Hegg Reveals Favorite Hidden Gem Song
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  Behemoth Announces Monumental 2026 Australian Tour with Nidhogg10 December 2025
  Behemoth, the iconic band that has redefined extreme metal for three decades, is set to embark on a monumental Australian tour in 2026. This tour marks a significant milestone in the band’s career, celebrating their uncompromising artistic vision and unparalleled dominance in the metal scene. AwLShn Raised on 80s Metal 80s Rock Hair Bands Metal… Read more: Behemoth Announces Monumental 2026 Australian Tour with Nidhogg