Metallica

American thrash metal pioneers Metallica have defined the genre since the early 1980s with razor‑sharp riffs, aggressive tempos, and soaring solos that blend raw intensity with melodic hooks. Renowned for colossal stadium shows and relentless touring, the band’s live reputation rests on thunderous sound, elaborate stage production, and a setlist that spans four decades, earning them a reputation as one of the most powerful live acts in heavy music. The group is set to begin an 18‑date residency at the Las Vegas Sphere on Oct 1, 2026, followed by three shows at Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, NY from Nov 19‑21, 2026, and a second nine‑date Sphere run from Jan 28 to Feb 20, 2027.