Metallica has officially announced that their M72 World Tour will be heading to Australia and New Zealand in November 2025. The tour, which has already visited several countries, will feature the Bay Area metal legends performing at stadiums in Perth, Adelaide, Melbourne, Brisbane, Sydney, and Auckland.
Tour Details
Commencing on November 1 in Perth, as exclusively revealed by Rolling Stone AUNZ, the tour will progress through major cities before concluding in Auckland on November 19. Fans can expect to see Metallica’s signature Snake Pit stage, a highlight of their performances that brings them closer to the band in a unique and immersive way.
Album Success
Following the triumph of Metallica’s latest album, 72 Seasons, which topped the ARIA Albums Chart in 2023, the band continues to make waves. This album marked their eighth chart-topping success in Australia, building on the legacy of previous hits like Hardwired…To Self-Destruct and the iconic Black Album from 1991, which remains a best-seller certified 13 times platinum by ARIA.
Metallica will be joined by special guests Evanescence and Suicidal Tendencies on the tour, with tickets set to go on sale from Monday, November 4, and pre-sale options available to fan club members starting Tuesday, October 29.
Musical Influence
Metallica’s impact on the global music scene is undeniable. Since their inception in 1981, the band has sold over 120 million albums, earned nine Grammy Awards, and was honored with induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2009. In Australia, their influence is equally profound, with each new release adding to their impressive chart history.
For further details on pre-sale timings, enhanced experiences, I Disappear Tickets, travel packages, and more, visit Metallica’s official website.
Tour Dates
November 1 — Optus Stadium, Perth, WA
November 5 — Adelaide Oval, Adelaide, SA
November 8 — Marvel Stadium, Melbourne, VIC
November 12 — Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane, QLD
November 15 — Accor Stadium, Sydney, NSW
November 19 — Eden Park, Auckland, NZ
FAQs
Q: When will Metallica’s tour tickets go on sale?
A: Metallica’s tour tickets will be available for purchase starting Monday, November 4, with pre-sale options for fan club members from Tuesday, October 29.
Q: How many albums has Metallica sold worldwide?
A: Metallica has sold over 120 million albums globally since their formation in 1981.
Q: Which special guests will be joining Metallica on their tour?
A: Evanescence and Suicidal Tendencies will be special guests on Metallica’s tour.
Q: What is Metallica’s most successful album in Australia?
A: Metallica’s 1991 Black Album remains one of the best-selling records in Australia, certified 13 times platinum by ARIA.
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