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Concert announcement: Edmonton gets a double date on Metallica's massive world tour

Supporting a brand-new album, 72 Seasons, the No Repeat Weekends offer two nights of different setlists and opening acts with Pantera and Mammoth WVH booked for the Edmonton shows

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Edmonton has been named one of only two Canadian cities on Metallica’s massive M72 world tour announced Monday. The metal legends play Commonwealth Stadium Aug. 23 and 25, 2024.

Concert announcement: Edmonton gets a double date on Metallica's massive world tour Back to video

The band also announced the release of its 12th studio album, 72 Seasons, coming April 14, 2023 via its own label, Blackened Recordings.

The title refers to the first 18 years of life and the 12 tracks, running 77 minutes, dig into the constructs imposed during childhood.

“The concept that we were told ‘who we are’ by our parents,” explains Metallica vocalist and guitarist James Hetfield in his album announcement. “A possible pigeonholing around what kind of personality we are. I think the most interesting part of this is the continued study of those core beliefs and how it affects our perception of the world today. Much of our adult experience is reenactment or reaction to these childhood experiences. Prisoners of childhood or breaking free of those bondages we carry.”

The band has already released  72 Seasons’ lead single, Lux Æterna, which sees them in top form.

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This is Metallica’s latest release since 2016’s Hardwired … To Self-Destruct.

The M72 tour supporting this latest release will hit 22 cities around the world and stop in each for Friday and Sunday shows. Being deemed No Repeat Weekends, the two dates in each city will include different set lists and supporting bands. Pantera and Mammoth WVH will open the Edmonton shows, which will also boast a new stage design with the stage in middle field and Metallica’s famous Snake Pit in the centre of the stage hosting 800-1,000 fans.

M72 tickets will be discounted for fans 16 and younger, and a portion of the proceeds will go to the band’s All Within My Hands foundation, which provides education grants, combats food insecurity and offers disaster relief.

Presented by Live Nation, two-day tickets are $99 and go on sale Dec. 2, with presales starting Nov. 30 at 9 a.m. local time using a presale code fans can get from Metallica.com, along with more details about the album and tour. Single-day tickets go on sale Jan. 20, 2023.

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Metallica – M72 World Tour

August 11 and 13, 2023 Olympic Stadium Paid Admission

August 11 and 13:

• Pre-tallica Party: as of 1 p.m.
• Stadium doors open: 4 p.m.
• Concert starts: 6 p.m.

Purchase tickets

IMMEDIATE ACTION REQUIRED: Download your ticket.

It may be difficult or impossible to download your concert ticket on site, at the Stadium. Please download your ticket to your phone before you arrive for the concert by logging in to your Ticketmaster account and add your ticket to your Apple Wallet or Google Pay.

For more information, take a look at the FAQ section below or watch this explanatory video .

If you have purchased for both concerts, the same ticket is valid on August 11 and 13.

All floor-field and Snake Pit tickets are general admission. Standing room only, no pre-assigned seats.

ARRIVE EARLY—VERY EARLY!

The Olympic Park is expecting approximately 80,000 spectators on August 11 and 13. Roads, public transport, and Stadium doors will be crowded with fans. Be sure to give yourself plenty of time to get here—and arrive as early as possible so you don’t miss a thing!

Please review our bag policy and list of prohibited items in the FAQ section . There will be no no coat check service available.

Mandatory search. No cameras allowed.

Parkings are sold out

Ticket for August 11 SOLD OUT

Ticket for August 13 SOLD OUT

3 -day package SOLD OUT

Pre-tallica Party: The official pre-show event

Starting at 1 p.m., join us on the Esplanade for the Pre-tallica party—the official pre-show event!

On the program, just to set the mood before the main act : food and beverage offer, sale of derivative products and free musical performances by Sword , on August 11 and A nonymus on August 13, from 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.!

Free entry for ticket holders. Ticket validation and searches are mandatory to join the Pre-tallica Party, which lets concertgoers into the Stadium as soon as doors open. No re-entry permitted.

A totally Metallica weekend!

Experience the Metallica fever thanks to these events on August 12, 2023:

• Screening of three iconic films about Metallica at the Scotiabank Cinema
• Damage, Inc., Motörbreath and Sandman Show at the Beanfield Theatre
• Ottto x Bastardane at the Fairmount Theatre

How to get here

Public transportation

By metro, exit at Pie-IX metro station on Line 1 – Green.

Plan your trip directly on the STM home page . Note that many Streets will be closed for the concert which may affect bus stops. See the map of Street closures below for more information.

Large crowds are expected at the Olympic Park on August 11 and 13. Please leave early to ensure you arrive on time.

Buy your round-trip fare in advance to avoid waiting in line at Pie-IX station. For more details, visit the STM Website or take a look at the FAQ section below.

A Metallica Unlimited Weekend pass will be available for purchase on August 10 and 11 at all Société des Transports de Montréal (STM) points of sale, in the metro. This pass is valid in Zones A, B, C and D for bus, metro, train and REM networks, from Friday August 11 at 10 a.m. to Monday August 14 at 5 a.m.

Active transportation

Bike racks and BIXI stations are located at the Olympic Park and around the neighbourhood. See the BIXI stations map for precise locations.

Car, taxi, and Uber

If you plan to arrive by car on August 11 or 13, be sure to reserve your parking spot now, as these are filling up. Print your parking pass on paper and bring it with you on the day(s) you arrive.

Please do not arrive by car on these dates if you have not reserved a parking spot.    

• Reserve a parking spot – August 11
• Reserve a parking spot – August 13
• Reserve a parking spot – August 11 and 13

If you’re arriving by taxi or Uber, or someone is giving you a lift, we invite you to be dropped off at the corner of Marseille and Viau. Note that Viau Street will be closed to cars, but Marseille will be open in both directions on August 11 and 13.

Road closures and slowdowns will be in effect during these periods.

Street closures

August 11 and 13 from 9:00 AM to 3:00 AM

As part of the Montreal Pride Festival and Metallica shows, please be informed that the following Streets will be closed to the traffic :

• Pierre-De Coubertin Avenue, between Pie-IX and Viau
• Pie-IX Boulevard, between Hochelaga and Sherbrooke
• Viau Street, between Hochelaga and Sherbrooke

These Streets will be closed on Friday, August 11, from 9 a.m. until 3 a.m. Saturday, August 12, as well as on Sunday, August 13, from 9 a.m. until 3 a.m. Monday, August 14.

During this time , Desjardins, De la Salle, Létourneux, Bennett, Aird, Sicard, Leclaire and Théodore Streets, will be partially obstructed and only accessible to local traffic . Proof of address will be required for vehicular access to all residences.

For anyone requiring entry to their private parking during this period, please write to [email protected] or call 514-252-4665.

Thank you for your understanding

What items are prohibited at the Olympic Stadium?

• Any bag larger than 4.5” x 6.5”, including purses, camera/binocular cases, backpacks, fanny packs, diaper bags, briefcases, and computer bags. There will be no coat check service available.
• Seat cushions of any size, except for medical purposes.
• Clothing with batteries (shoes, sweaters, etc.).
• Bottles (including reusable water bottles), cans, coolers, and thermoses.
• Any outside food or drinks, except for medical purposes (e.g. severe allergies, diabetes, etc.). A medical prescription must be provided.
• Alcohol of any kind.
• Illegal drugs.
• Banners, flags, and posters of any size.
• Glowsticks and other illuminating objects.
• Horns, megaphones, and whistles.
• Laser pointers.
• Balloons and balls of any kind.
• Cameras, video cameras, audio recording equipment, GoPros, tablets.
• Selfie sticks and sticks of any kind.
• Weapons, including firearms, knives, and any object that can be used as a projectile or deemed dangerous by Stadium security.
• Football, motorcycle, and bike helmets.
• All animals, except service animals.
• Any combustible products, such as aerosols and fireworks.
• Accessories with spikes, spurs, and wallets with long chains.
• Any clothing or item bearing hate messages, representing criminal activity, or gang affiliations.
• Olympic Park management reserves the right to confiscate any other items deemed inappropriate.

What happens if I show up with a prohibited item?

Any item from the prohibited items list will be confiscated at the Stadium entrance and will not be returned. Our staff reserves the right to refuse you entrance to the site if it is deemed necessary, without refund.

What kind of bag am I allowed to bring?

Only bags measuring 4.5” x 6.5” or smaller are permitted on site. Any larger bags will be refused, including purses, camera/binocular cases, backpacks, fanny packs, diaper bags, briefcases, and computer bags. There will be no coat check service available.

Will a coat check service be available?

No. Please bring only what’s permitted.

I have a medical condition and as a result I must bring medication and/or food. Can I carry a bag for them, larger than the required 4.5 in. x 6.5 in.?

Yes you can, with presentation of medical proof. That being said, please bring the smallest bag possible containing only what is strictly essential for your needs . Large bags and backpacks will not be accepted.

I have a medical prescription. How can I bring my medication?

Any medication accompanied by a prescription (label) is allowed.

I purchased entry for the August 11 and August 13 concert combo, but I only received one ticket. Will I be sent an additional ticket for the August 13 concert?

No. Your ticket gives you access to both concerts and will be valid at the Stadium entrance for both August 11 and 13. Please download your ticket to your phone before you arrive via Apple Wallet or Google Pay.

Can I bring a printout or screenshot of my ticket to enter the Stadium?

No. Printouts and screenshots are not valid tickets. You must download your ticket to your phone via Apple Wallet or Google Pay before you arrive.

How do I download my ticket to my phone?

• From your smartphone, log in to your Ticketmaster account or download the official Ticketmaster app.
• Under the “My Tickets” tab, select the event to view your ticket. Then add it to your Apple Wallet or Google Pay .
• When you arrive for the concert, be ready to show your ticket on your phone. Be sure your phone is charged. Printouts and screenshots are not valid tickets .

For more information on downloading the ticket, watch this explanatory video .

What can I do if I don’t have a smartphone and can’t download my ticket?

If you don’t have a smartphone, bring your purchase order number with you to the customer service on the day of the event to have your tickets printed. On the day of the concerts, the customer service at the outdoor customer service (along Pierre-De Coubertin Ave.) will be open as of 12:30 p.m.

I need to transfer my concert ticket or accept a ticket transfer from someone else. When do I need to do this?

If you need to transfer a ticket or accept a transfer on Ticketmaster, be sure to do this before the event starts, at 6 pm. You will not be able to transfer a ticket or accept a transfer after 6 pm. Give the person receiving the ticket enough time to add it to their Apple Wallet or Google Pay .

I have to pick up tickets on site (will call). Where should I go?

You can pick up the tickets at the Stadium Rotunda, 4545 Pierre-De Coubertin Avenue, also accessible through the interior corridor of the Pie-IX metro. Note that the will call counter is located next to the inside entrance of the Stadium and it’s therefore possible that the security search will take place before you retrieve the tickets.

Furthermore, please know that our personnel may direct spectators to the interior or exterior entrance, depending on the waiting time. Should you be directed outside, simply let them know that you need to get to the will call counter and you’ll be allowed to pass.

After August 11, will I be able to transfer a ticket purchased as a combo (August 11 and 13) to another person, for the August 13 concert?

Yes. After the Friday show, on Saturday, you could transfer the ticket to another person from your Ticketmaster account and they will be able to come on Sunday with your ticket.

If you need to transfer or accept a ticket transfer on the Ticketmaster platform, be sure to do so before the event begins, at 6:00 p.m. on Sunday. You will no longer be able to do so, once the concert has begun.

I have a problem with my ticket(s): what should I do?

Should you have a problem with your ticket(s), you can contact the ticket office at [email protected] .

Two (2) customer service points will also be available at the Olympic Park on August 11 and 13; the first, located at the Olympic Stadium’s interior entrance (4545, avenue Pierre-de Coubertin), will be in operation from 4 p.m. The second, located at the outside entrance, on avenue Pierre-De Coubertin, will be in operation from 12:30 p.m.

Can I bring cigarettes, cannabis, or a vape?

It is forbidden to smoke or vape inside the Stadium. However, the following articles will not be confiscated during the search:

• Cannabis from the SQDC in a sealed container (30 grams max)

A space reserved for smokers will be provided outside, during show hours.

What payment methods are accepted at the Olympic Stadium?

• To purchase merchandise: Credit and debit only. All cards are accepted.
• For food or drinks: Cash, debit, and credit are accepted (except for American Express).

I live outside Canada. What ID should I present when buying alcohol (18+)?

Your driver’s license, health card, passport or any other type of official document issued by your state or government, indicating your date of birth. 

Who can access the Pre-tallica Party?

Only concertgoers that have a ticket to the same-day Metallica concert will have access to the Pre-tallica Party. Their ticket will be validated and the search will be carried out at the Pre-tallica party entrance, thereby spectators will have direct entry to the Stadium. No re-entry.

What is the minimum age to attend the concerts?

There is no minimum age requirement for the Metallica concerts; however, young people under the age of 16, must have their own ticket and be accompanied by an adult. Children under 2 years of age don’t need a ticket as they can sit on their parent’s lap.

That being said, take into consideration that the concerts will be very loud and aren’t the most favorable environments for very young children. We strongly recommend that children wear a noise-canceling headset during these concerts.

Can I leave the Stadium or Pre-Tallica Party and return?

No. No re-entry will be allowed.

How do I get to the Olympic Stadium?

See the HOW TO GET HERE section and neighbourhood map above.

I have a parking ticket for August 11 or 13 (P1, P2, P3 or P4). Where should I enter the parking lots from?

Entrance for lots P1, P2, P3 and P4 will only be accessible through parking lot P4, located at 4200 Sherbrooke Street East.  Once inside, you will then be able to proceed to the parking that applies to you, according to the confirmation. 

Please print your parking ticket on paper . This will facilitate your orientation and allows for a quicker access.  

I have a ticket for the P5 parking. Where do I enter?

The entrance is located at 3200 Viau Street.

It’s possible that the Montreal police department (SPVM) closes the street, however, the agents on site know that some customers need access to the P5. By notifying the agent that your parking space is reserved, you will be able to enter.

Will there be a drop-off area at the Olympic Park for taxis, Uber, or anyone getting a lift?

We invite you to be dropped off at the corner of Marseille and Viau. Note that Viau Street will be closed to cars, but Marseille will be available in both directions on the weekend of the Metallica concert.

Is there a platform for people coming by adapted transport?

Yes, it’s located at 3200, rue Viau, entrance P5, level 1 (underground) Should Viau Street be blocked by agents at the time of your arrival, the driver can inform them that access to the adapted transport platform at the P5 entrance is required and the vehicle will be authorized to enter by said agents.

What are the different tickets available to travel in the STM transport network?

Special fare: Metallica unlimited weekend pass Unlimited trips from 10 a.m . Friday to 5 a.m. Monday. Available on Thursday, August 3 and Friday, August 4 at métro stations and metropolitan ticket offices. Valid in Zones A, B, C and D for bus, métro, train and REM networks. The Metallica fare was created just for you.

24 hrs, All Modes A Unlimited trips for 24 hours. Valid in Zone A . Island of Montréal only for bus, métro, train and REM networks.

24 hrs, All Modes AB Unlimited trips for 24 hours. Valid in Zones A and B (includes Laval and Longueuil métro stations) for bus, métro, train and REM networks.

Unlimited evening pass Unlimited trips from 6 p.m. to 5 a.m. the next morning. Valid in Zones A, B, C and D for bus, métro, train and REM networks.

2 trips, All Modes A Valid in Zone A . Island of Montréal only for bus, métro, train and REM networks.

2 trips, All Modes AB Valid in Zones A and B (includes Laval and Longueuil métro stations) for bus, métro, train and REM networks.

Plan your trip directly on the STM home page . Buy your round-trip fare in advance to avoid waiting in line at Pie-IX station:

For more details, visit the STM Website.

Is universal access available in the metro stations serving the Olympic Park, for people with functional limitations?

Yes. Pie-IX station is universally accessible. Customers with functional limitations can use the elevators at this station. If the elevators at this station are out of service, the nearby Viau station is also universally accessible.

I lost an object during the concert at the Olympic Stadium: is there a possibility to get it back?

All lost items will be taken to the Olympic Stadium’s security office, located at 4545, avenue Pierre-De Coubertin (to the left of the Stadium’s main entrance).

If you lost something inside the Stadium on August 11 or 13, please come in person at the security office from Monday, August 14 to see if found and collect it. Please know that hundreds of items turn up after all major events and the personnel isn’t able to identify your property without your presence.

If you are outside Montréal and cannot travel to the Stadium again, please contact our security team at 514-252-4141, extension 4680.

Before contacting us, we invite you to browse the FAQ section above. You may find your answer there!

For questions about tickets: [email protected]

For questions about parking at the Olympic Park: [email protected]

For media requests: [email protected]

To lodge a complaint or share a comment: http://parcolympique.qc.ca/bon-voisinage

For any other questions, you can write us any time at [email protected] , call us at 514-252-4665, or contact us via our live chat during the following times:

• August 2 to 10: Customer service by phone and chat from Monday to Friday between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m.
• August 11 to 13: Customer service by phone and chat from 8 a.m. to 3 a.m.

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Metallica is an American heavy metal band from California, US. Formed in 1981, Metallica is considered to be one of the founding bands of thrash metal.

The band was formed after the various members answered a newspaper advertisement placed by drummer Lars Ulrich who was looking for people to jam with. Metallica quickly gained a following from its many gigs in the Los Angeles music scene as its new thrash metal sound picked up increasing numbers of followers.

Metallica’s first three studio albums, Kill ‘Em All, Ride the Lightning, and Master of Puppets, did increasingly well on the US album charts, and eventually, each of these albums would be certified platinum. The band toured frequently in the US and Europe, playing to tens of thousands of fans at a time. Its constant touring resulted in rising popularity throughout the late ’80s.

In 1986, tragedy struck when the band’s tour bus crashed in Sweden and bassist Cliff Burton was killed. After debating whether to continue making music, the band received the blessing of Burton’s family and went on to record its next album …And Justice For All. The release of this album in 1988 saw the band attain its biggest success yet as the album charted at number six in the US and number four in the UK; Metallica also received its first Grammy Award nomination.

The commercial success of the album turned Metallica members into living legends. Each of its subsequent five albums hit the number one spot in the US and has been certified platinum. Tracks such as “Enter Sandman” and “Turn the Page” have become legendary in their own right and have inspired legions of artists.

In 1991, Metallica released its fifth album, self-titled Metallica. Today, this album is recognized as one of the band’s first albums to appeal to a larger mainstream audience with less focus on its traditional thrash metal sound. This album wound up selling over 16 million copies in the US alone.

After this album, Metallica continued to release albums that explored new genres and styles. During the next few years, the band would go on to release Binge & Purge, Load, Reload, Garage, S&M, and St. Anger. Then, in 2008, Metallica returned to its earlier sound with the release of Death Magnetic. This album returned to the band’s metal trash roots and debuted at number one in the US. The album quickly climbed the charts globally, reaching number one on both the Billboard 200 and the European album charts. In addition, this became the fastest-selling album of the year in Australia.

After this, Metallic continued to release albums in the same vein as its original sound, releasing its tenth studio album Hardwired…to Self-Destruct in 2016. This album was released via the band’s own record label, Blackened Recordings. The album’s single “Hardwired” went on to debut at number one on the Billboard 200 charts.

Now the band’s eleventh studio album 72 Seasons is set to be released in April of 2023. In anticipation of the release of its newest album, the band released the single “Lux Æterna” in November 2022.

Metallica has won an impressive nine Grammy Awards and three MTV VMA awards. Its style is influenced by bands such as AC/DC, Black Sabbath, and Aerosmith, but Metallica itself has gone on to be one of the most influential heavy metal bands of all time, selling more than 120 million records worldwide.

For those who are looking forward to seeing Metallica live at any of its shows, the band delivers an incredible live experience. Fans flock to stadiums, festivals, and concert halls to watch the group perform dozens of songs spanning its extensive discography. Over the years, Metallica has played over 2,000 shows, traveling to every populated continent in the world. What started out as a small movement in California, has spread globally, earning the group an incredible following of metal fans from countries virtually everywhere.

Metallica’s adrenaline-filled shows aren’t for those who wish to sit back and relax. The band members all deliver their own bold energy to the stage, and the crowd follows suit. Most Metallica shows involve fan interaction, with concert attendees singing, clapping, jumping, and thrashing along to the music. In addition to the incredible power that the band brings to the stage during a show, the audio and visual effects are also second to none. Metallica is known for playing a loud concert, where every beat of the drum, every strum of the bass, and every lyric is felt from head to toe.

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A most memorable night as the boys set out to open the new Royal Arena with a bang. And that they did!

From the opening of Hardwired it was clear they were here and they meant business! The most in-your-face opening of a Metallica gig I have ever witnessed. While there were a few noticeable "hiccups" in James' voice it was, to my ears, nothing major. But evidently it prooved to be just that.

James told us he and a few of the others weren't feeling well and about 30 minutes into the show he had a talk with Lars, center-stage, and at this point most of us looked at each-other and thought, "Uh-oh. Something's up. They're gonna cancel..."

James adressed the crowd, saying the band weren't sounding good and that he hated giving us a bad show. He wanted to stop. He asked the crowd outright, if we wanted a make-up show later with Metallica in full force or if they should continue at half mast. The crowd roared a reassuring and supportive "No!" - meaning: It's OK, James. We are here for you. We want you to battle on. We can do this together.

He laughed warmly, thanked the crowd for our support and said, "You asked for it".

They reorganized, changed the set-list and came out again and this time it seemed there was more energy in their performance. They were out to proove that they could do this, illness be damned! And as James asked for the crowds help in singing the lyrics, it didn't feel like all the other times he had done so. This was special. For once, you actually felt as if you were helping James, helping the band, through this ordeal. Together. And it felt mighty good. Sometimes this whole "Metallica-family"-thing gets a bit worn-out and cliché, at least for me. But in that moment I felt it. The kinship. The coming together. And that was a mighty thing. A mighty good thing.

The band soldiered on, ripping into a mighty version of Fade to Black, that hit home a bit more than it used to.

Yes, there was an incident with Kirk during the intro, first missing his cue and then playing false notes, but not one of the critics questioned why. Just prior to Fade Kirk had done a solo thrasing his guitar around. For Fade he was then given another guitar, but the receiver on it cut out leaving him muted. They quickly gave him another guitar, the same he'd used for the solo, which was not tuned to Fade thus producing false notes. He finished the intro and they quickly changed guitars again, this time with a working receiver and in-tune.

It's ok to criticize if the criticism is justified. Factless criticism is just whining.

So they battled on raising the roof with a feroscious rendition of Seek and Destroy and the most pummeling version of Battery I've ever heard. Absolutely blistering.

And closing out with Sandman with the crowd in full roar was just perfect.

It was a truly memorable concert both performance and set-wise. Oh, and they even included Harvester of Sorrow which was a very nice surprise for me.

The stage was beautiful with a built-in screen. And a screen in the ceiling as well. Epic and beautiful.

A memorable night I won't forget as long as I live. As a fan, they did me proud with this one. I just hope James recovers and regains his strenght once again.

Hetfield, rise!

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The impatient wait had been going on for months - I booked this show when tickets went on sale back in March or whenever it was, and October had take so long to come around - but finally it was here: Metallica day!

The day started with a trip to the pop-up merch store in London, then onto the O2 for an agonising queue (good thing it's what us Brits do best, apart from moan about it of course) before finally getting in and finding my seat - which, by pure luck, was a superb view. Again, what felt like days, but in reality was only 30-40 mins wait, the lights dimmed, the background music shut off, and the familiar notes of the intro track, "The Ecstasy of Gold", complete with video footage from "The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly", began to ring out, to rapturous roaring and whistling from the 20,000 strong crowd. The hairs on my arms are standing on end just recounting it for this review. And then we were in: full-bore, 100mph, Metallica took to the stage and belted out song after song after song with barely a moment to catch your breath before the next does of thrash metal came your way. "Thrash metal?", I hear you say, "Metallica hasn't been thrash metal since the 80's!". Oh my friend, trust me when I say thrash metal - we had some of the best early work represented tonight, not least with half a dozen track from the new album "Hardwired... To Self Destruct" that included unrelenting riff after riff, from the likes of "Hardwired", "Atlas Rise", "Moth Into Flame", coupled with one of the heaviest tracks they've ever written "Dream No More", plus "Halo on Fire" and "Now That We're Dead". All segmented in-between some of the bands greatest songs; "Seek & Destroy", "Through The Never", "Welcome Home (Sanitarium)", "For Whom The Bell Tolls", "Through The Never", "One", "Sad But True", "Fuel", the obligatory cover, this time from the Misfits' "Die Die My Darling", before ending the show with "Master of Puppets".

Of course, it wasn't the end - back for the encore the intro to "Damage Inc" came on, before they ripped all the way through it, eventually slowing the pace to play the ever-loved "Nothing Else Matters" and finally ending on probably their most well known song "Enter Sandman"

It was a great varied selection of tunes that spans most of their career - the only notable exceptions being there was nothing from "Load", "St Anger" or the previous record "Death Magnetic". But otherwise all the other studio albums were represented. Some guitar and bass doodles from Kirk and Rob, before Rob gave us a wonderful tribute to Cliff by playing "Anesthesia".

If you get the chance to go, then go see this show - it's truly magnificent, from a band with 36 years experience in being the biggest metal band on the planet, and it shows you just why they are. I just wish I had a ticket for tomorrow night too.

We went to a concert in Toronto to see; Volbeat, Avenged Sevenfold, and the show I have been waiting my life to see; Metallica. They all sported the Blue Jays jersey with their names at some point and thanking them for the gifts. The show had a Dj mixing up songs before/between acts from groups like Beastie Boys to Black Sabbath. Volbeat and avenged Sevenfold were great acts my first seeing all. My 16yr old is really into Avenged Sevenfold and was not disapointed. (end of grade 10 present). Volbeat i have heard in passing once and will do my best to spread the word about them.Glad i made it there in time to catch Volbeat if you ever have a chance make sure you catch them! Avenged Sevenfold was everything my 16 year old had told me. Those who missed them may be may be able to catch them soon as they alluded to coming back. They make me glad that metal is carring on to the younger generation these days. "We love Canada, we love you guys you're so nice and you always get us @#$!*&-up!" They were amazed that as Canadians when he made reference to the flag from another country someone was holding up we cheered not booed "cause thats just how nice you all are!"Finally but not least in any way Metallica.First of all their pyrotechniques were amazing boasting two small hot air ballons above them. The stage was set up so everyone had a good view and sported large screens for those further back to follow the rifts as well. At one point they were all on drums together each sporting their own.James Hetfield after noticing a young 8 yr old in the audience made reference to the"...Metallica family, young, 'medium' and old." They played flawlessly and didnt disapoint their fans. My 16 year old was excited to see Metallica and who influenced not only her Mom and friends but the music yet to come out. The screens showed videos like clips from "the unforgiven" to lead up the one of the many big hit songs. The encore was what i was waiting for...the two songs my friends and I have been singing since grade school. What a great venue; no big line up for anything but marchandise. Thanks to all who made the show work:-)

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Overall it was great. A blast of a concert! What wasn't so great mostly has to do with inexperience among staff of the arena itself, and the fact that it was premiere night on a brand new untried venue. Plus the tech geeks victory over common sense in arena design.

There was trouble with wi-fi connections, which initially meant doors opened 10-20minutes late due to ticket validation.(whiplash experience)

Bar staff initially unaware of validity of drink tickets (VIP-bracelet)

Understaffed bar and merchandise shop in lounge area.

Lounge area cramped. The room could have been 3 times the size to comfortably hold that many people. This was only a problem until early access was given to GA floor, as many went in at that time.

Luggage handling/storage at Royal Arena is a total disaster. There were no oversized lockers. People had to be in possession of an IOS or Android smartphone (not windows compatible) with mobile pay on it, which excludes 10-25% of Danish concertgoers and 100% of foreigners. Redo ASAP! Loose codes and an arena tech was assigned to deal with the issue analogous, but it was too little too late, and will be a reoccurring issue in the future.

Those were - except for luggage - all minor things, and this review has to end on a very positive note with a great shoutout to the crew at CID entertainment for going the full mile to make everyone as comfortable as possible and making everything work on the fly. Thanks guys!

General arena design is also top shelf, and can endure LOUD bands to the extent that no other large scale arena in Denmark can follow. Thumbs up for that!

As for Metallica - James wasn't well. We could hear it; he told us himself too. The crowd wanted it to happen so bad, and it did. I only hope there has been no permanent health damage induced by playing the (almost) full show. Metallica delivers - every single f#$!ing time!

Electrifying as ever with their incredible performance and stage presence, the members of Metallica delivered the goods and more last night with a nice cross section of numbers running the gamut of their colossal catalog! There were occasional pauses to interact and converse with the crowd, but the band segued their way into one song after another the majority of the evening. The night opened up with an intro of the Ecstasy of Gold followed by the title cut off of the band's latest effort Hard Wired to Self Destruct. James Hetfield's vocals were as strong as ever from beginning to end. Kirk Hammett engaged in one brain crushing guitar solo after another, Lars Ulrich brought a great and almost nonstop back beat with his furious drumming and Rob Trujillo provided excellent bass work including a great treatment of the solo the late Cliff Burton was well known for on Anesthesia (Pulling Teeth). During the aforementioned bass solo video footage of Burton performing onstage accented the music perfectly. Other exceptional highlights included Kirk's stellar guitar shredding accompanied frequently by usage of his wah pedal. Cuts such as Welcome Home (Sanitarium), Creeping Death and the encore Enter Sandman in particular contained solos showcasing his seemingly boundless talent! Things heated up literally as well during the songs Fight Fire with Fire and Sandman when pyrotechnics were activated and flames shot up from the stage. At the end Ulrich tossed sticks out into the audience. Hetfield, Trujillo and Hammett threw and shook picks from little jack o' lantern tins out into the crowd, the picks of which boasting the band logo as well as the theatre's location and concert date on them. Great souvenirs in even something so small right there as my husband and I each scooped one up off the floor! A grand night out, the next one of which cannot come soon enough!

2nd September show in Cobenhagen.

Tallica promised us a unique show because this concert was postponed show from February. Many people travel a long way to see them in February including me traveling from Iceland.

The moment when I heard Seek & Destory in the #3rd slot then I knew this was going to be something special.

They performed Thought The Never in slot #4 and that song has not been played for 4 years. The next song was The Day That Never Comes and we did not believe that because in our wildest dreams we hoped to have that on the list, we jumped like there was no day tomorrow.

Dream No More was in the slot #7 and that was the second time Metallica has played that song. It was nice to hear Breadfan in slot #10. We saw many drons flying over the stage in Moth Into Flame, which was amazing!

Fight Fire With Fire was in the encore faster than ever.

Me and my friends walked away from Royal Arena in great mood with a big smile on our faces and with a hoarse throut, like James was in February.

About the unique show as we where promised in February it was only UNIQUE for 2 days because Amsterdam got almost the same setlist. But we got a free T-shirt, that was probably the unique thing for us.

We where hoping for some live debut like Murder One, Spit Out The Bones but it did not happend.

The song ManUnkind was performed tonight in Paris (10th September) and that is unique.

Iceland has been waiting since 2004 for Metallica to come back to Iceland when they held the biggest indore concert in Reykjavík. We do not want to wait another 23 years like we did before 2004.

All the best,

Gauti Sigurpálsson

Over 10 years, I got to see Metallica 7 times and each experience was in a different country. I have to admit the venues look different and incorporate a new way to watch the band but the musical vibe remains intact. They have shaped into an incredibly professional and hard-working live band. We can argue about and discuss their new album materials but one thing is guaranteed with Metallica: you will get only the best from their live performance. If you have not seen them live, just go to one gig. Doesnt matter if you are not a metal fan because the experience they deliver is incredible. I have seen families at their shows and even people who do not understand nor appreciate metal, but they all seemed to be excited from what they were witnessing. The only pity with Metallica is that you will most likely never have the chance to see them in a small venue. They are just too big of a band in demand and only deliver in large outdoor festivals or stadiums.

This summer they had a new style of set list where people could request via voting for songs. The top songs define the set list and this gives a chance for people to vote for what they want to hear. The only unfortunate thing about all this is that people are voting for songs they already play each tour. People should vote to get them to play new songs from their past, which they havent performed over 20 years. I was in Helsinki (their first European gig for 2014) and they had to play "The Frayed Ends of Insanity" and it was ecstatic. \m/

Do you like your rock shows huge, loud & engaging? Do you like stage sets that fill entire arena floors, filled with gigantic set pieces & enough pyro to blow up a small country? Do you like singing along to tightly played, iconic songs for 2-3 hours with thousands of friends? If yes, Metallica are your guys.

Each show starts when The Ecstasy of Gold (theme song from The Good, The Bad & The Ugly) plays over the PA, and crowd anticipation hits a fever pitch with thousands shouting along with the melody. Just thinking about the opening gives me goosebumps. Once Ecstasy hits its crescendo, they hit the stage like a thunderbolt, hammering through their lineup of classic tunes to a screaming, fist pumping, metal-sign-throwing crowd. Grizzled metal fans join together with legions of kids (oftentimes their own kids), shouting out every word of every song, and even singing along with guitar solos & melodies. Their set list varies each night. There are standards that they have to play, and you'll of course hear plenty of their big songs such as Enter Sandman and Master of Puppets. But they mix things up extremely well and no two nights are ever quite the same. It's amazing to me that after 30+ years and thousands of shows, the guys in the band still love mixing things up, still love goofing around on stage, still love engaging with the crowd, and obviously just love playing live & generating crazy crowd energy.

Quite simply, they are the kings of arena metal. Bow to the kings!

May 17, 2017 Nassau Coliseum

This was the first time I have been to a Metallica show. James has the best personality on stage. He gets the entire crowd into the show; into the mood; very laid back style. I like the fact the guys walk around the stage from different angles so that no matter where you sit, you can take excellent photos of them; that I have to give credit for that they do think of the fans in that aspect. The special effects were beautiful and showed in my pictures with my camera. James is very considerate of the fans from all aspects, you have to be in the Metallica Family...and you have to sing along with them...you just have to...the band played all the hit songs from present to past, no complaints. Saved the best song for last...Sandman....The sound system was excellent all around, no complaints. I am in still in shock; this was the best show I have ever seen in my life. They really have fun while playing they keep your interest up...James will not let the fans down..this band wants total audience participation...that is what to me, really stole the show. they do love and appreciate the fans....that is what stuck with me the most for a 1st time live performance is they really care about the fans..that really impressed me...

It was my first time in Turkey. From São Paulo to Istanbul I needed to take a 12-hour flight. 12 hours and 5 days. The necessary time to enjoy the unique atmosphere of the city before finally seeing one of the most amazing concerts I have ever seen! For me the concert had started when I met another crazy fan at the metro stations, going to Istanbul Technical University Stadium. So, after a few minutes, I was there. And I was able to see the power Metallica have to gather so many people from many countries. Lebanon, Kazakistan, Iran. Like me, a Brazilian guy. I admit I have not known the opening band, Pentagram. But the sound those guys had played left me so surprised. What an awesome performance! I had felt the emotion of being part of a rock concert when people started to sing the lyrics. Two hours later, time has come. Metallica by Request. The last European tour concert. The moment to listen the powerful voice of James Hetfield, the aggressive way to perform his guitar riffs, and all the greatest Metallica classical musics in front of me. In front of thousands of fans. Starting the concert playing "Master of Puppets" had been their way to say: Enjoy the best concert of your lives! Long live Metallica! Horns up! \m/

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Billie Eilish announces world tour, hitting 3 Canadian cities

Singer to visit quebec city, toronto and vancouver on international tour.

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Singer-songwriter superstar Billie Eilish is launching a massive concert tour — with both good and bad news for her Quebec fans.

The Grammy-winning musician will kick off her upcoming tour in Quebec City on Sept. 29 in support of her soon-to-released album  Hit Me Hard and Soft . 

But despite moving on to Toronto with shows on both Oct. 1 and 2, Eilish does not have any concerts scheduled for Quebec's most populous city, Montreal. 

After her upcoming dates in Toronto, the singer will move on to the United States, before returning to Vancouver on Dec. 3. From there, her tour will continue on to Australia and Europe for the summer of 2025.

Why big artists are performing in fewer Canadian cities

Eilish's last tour,  Happier Than Ever, saw planned dates in both Toronto and Montreal cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic, though Eilish did return to Montreal in late 2023 for the Osheaga Music and Arts Festival.

The news arrived via Instagram, where Eilish shared album artwork showing the pop singer floating in a body of water after being ejected from a door. In the caption, she wrote that she will not drop singles in advance of the release.

"I wanna give it to you all at once," she captioned the image. "I truly could not be more proud of this album."

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Eilish worked with her brother and longtime collaborator, Finneas, on Hit Me Hard and Soft . The pair recently took home their second Oscar for their big Barbie  ballad What Was I Made For?  In doing so, Eilish, 22, became the youngest person to have won two career Oscars.

Her new album will release on May 17, while tickets for the upcoming concert will go on sale May 3 on Ticketmaster. 

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