The heavy metal scene is about to get even louder this week with a slew of exciting tour announcements that will have fans headbanging all across North America. From thrash to death metal, and everything in between, here’s a roundup of the latest tours that are guaranteed to shake the ground beneath you.
EXODUS, DEICIDE & MISFIRE Announce North American Tour
April – May 2025
Thrash legends Exodus have teamed up with death metal heavyweights Deicide and rising stars Misfire for a full-throttle North American tour this April and May. The tour promises to be an absolute assault on the senses, with Exodus bringing their blistering riffs and Deicide unleashing their brutal death metal upon fans across the continent. Misfire, known for their high-octane performances, will add to the madness with their explosive stage presence.
This tour is one you won’t want to miss if you’re a fan of unrelenting, face-melting metal.
Bring Me The Horizon Announces US Tour With Motionless In White, The Plot In You & Amira Elfeky
Dates to be revealed
Bring Me The Horizon has just revealed that they will be hitting the road for a massive U.S. tour alongside Motionless In White, The Plot In You, and Amira Elfeky. Known for their boundary-pushing blend of metalcore and electronic elements, Bring Me The Horizon is sure to bring a powerhouse show filled with anthems from their extensive catalog.
Motionless In White will bring their own brand of dark, gothic metalcore, while The Plot In You is sure to bring the intensity with their aggressive and emotionally charged sound. Amira Elfeky’s support will add a refreshing new dimension to the lineup. Get ready for an unforgettable night of high-energy performances.
Carnifex Announces Hell Chose Me Anniversary Tour with Devourment, Distant & More
Dates to be revealed
The deathcore kings Carnifex have announced the Hell Chose Me anniversary tour, celebrating their iconic album with an all-star lineup. Joining them on this brutal trek are Devourment, known for their guttural sound, Distant, a fierce contender in the deathcore scene, and a variety of other death metal acts including Bodybox and Monochromatic Black. This tour is going to be a skull-splitting, neck-breaking journey through some of the most aggressive and relentless metal you can find.
Sunami & Pain of Truth Announce Surprise US Tour
Featuring Haywire, Peeling Flesh, and more
Sunami and Pain of Truth have joined forces for an unexpected U.S. tour that is bound to crush venues across the country. With supporting acts like Haywire and Peeling Flesh, this tour promises to showcase some of the most exciting hardcore bands currently pushing the genre forward. Expect intense energy, hardcore breakdowns, and explosive live shows as these bands take their raw sounds to the masses.
Dragged Into Sunlight Announces First North American Tour Since 2016
Dates to be revealed
One of the most enigmatic and filthy acts in black metal, Dragged Into Sunlight, has announced their first North American tour in nearly a decade. The band’s music is a punishing blend of black metal and doom, creating an atmosphere that is as suffocating as it is intense. If you’ve been craving a show that will leave you drenched in sweat and surrounded by a sea of chaos, this tour is for you.
Bruce Dickinson Announces First Solo North American Tour In Nearly 30 Years
Dates to be revealed
Iron Maiden’s frontman, Bruce Dickinson, is stepping out on his own for his first solo North American tour in almost 30 years. Fans can expect a mix of Iron Maiden classics alongside Dickinson’s solo material, which has always carried its own distinct sound. Get ready to witness one of metal’s greatest voices in an intimate setting, as Bruce Dickinson brings his powerhouse vocals to cities across the continent.
Slayer Announces Two UK Shows with Amon Amarth, Anthrax, Mastodon & Hatebreed
Dates: July 2025
While U.S. fans may be mourning the loss of Slayer’s regular touring schedule, the thrash titans are still active in the UK. For their final run, Slayer will be performing two massive shows with a dream lineup that includes Amon Amarth, Anthrax, Mastodon, and Hatebreed. These shows are shaping up to be a bucket-list event for European metalheads, with five of the most powerful acts in metal sharing the stage.
Testament Announces Intimate US Dates Celebrating 1989’s Practice What You Preach
Dates to be revealed
Thrash titans Testament have announced a series of intimate U.S. dates to celebrate their classic 1989 album, Practice What You Preach. Fans will be treated to deep cuts, personal stories, and a full performance of the iconic album in its entirety. This tour offers a unique experience for longtime fans of the band and a chance to see Testament in smaller venues, where they can really connect with the crowd.
Mötley Crüe Reschedules Las Vegas Residency Due to Vince Neil’s “Required Medical Procedure”
New Dates: September 2025
Mötley Crüe has rescheduled their Las Vegas residency due to lead singer Vince Neil requiring a “required medical procedure.” The new dates for the residency will take place in September 2025, and fans who had tickets for the original dates will be able to attend the rescheduled performances. Mötley Crüe is known for their over-the-top shows, and this residency will no doubt continue their tradition of bringing a wild and unforgettable experience to Las Vegas.
Metalocalypse’s Brendon Small is Working on a Live Action, Heavy Metal Thriller
Coming Soon
In some exciting news for fans of Metalocalypse, Brendon Small is working on a live-action, heavy metal thriller. As the creator of one of the most beloved animated metal series, Small’s new project is sure to excite fans of Dethklok and the heavy metal community as a whole. Details are scarce, but if there’s one thing fans can expect, it’s a brutal soundtrack and a story packed with rock ‘n roll excess.
Acid Bath Announces Brooklyn Reunion Show with Eyehategod & Wailin’ Storms
Brooklyn, New York – Dates to be revealed
Iconic sludge and doom metal band Acid Bath has announced a highly anticipated reunion show in Brooklyn, New York. With Eyehategod and Wailin’ Storms rounding out the lineup, this promises to be one of the most crushingly heavy shows of the year. Acid Bath’s unique blend of sludge, doom, and psychedelic influences makes their return to the stage a must-see for any metal fan.
With all these explosive tours announced, 2025 is shaping up to be an unforgettable year for metalheads. Make sure to grab your tickets quickly, as these tours are sure to sell out fast!