Hello, rock enthusiasts! As we kick off 2025, the music scene is buzzing with thrilling tour announcements. Here’s a roundup of the latest rock and metal tours you won’t want to miss:
Killswitch Engage
The metalcore giants have unveiled a new leg of dates from May 8 to 18, featuring support from Shadows Fall, Fit for a King, and Boundaries.
Starset
Known for their cinematic rock, Starset is set to embark on an acoustic tour from February 26 to April 9.
Lenny Kravitz
The legendary rocker has announced a Las Vegas residency from August 1 to 9, in support of his upcoming album Blue Electric Light.
Cold
Celebrating the anniversaries of their albums 13 Ways to Bleed Onstage and A Different Kind of Pain, Cold will tour from April 3 to June 1, with support from September Mourning and University Drive.
The Browning
The electronicore band is hitting the road from April 2 to May 4, joined by Swarm and The Defect.
Paradise Lost
The gothic metal pioneers have scheduled a tour from May 16 to 24, with special guests Gigan and Trouble.
Smoking Popes
In celebration of the 30th anniversary of Born to Quit, the band will tour from February 28 through May, supported by Camp Trash.
Toxic Holocaust
Thrash metal outfit Toxic Holocaust has lined up dates from January 22 to 25.
Jon Anderson and the Band Geeks
Former Yes frontman Jon Anderson teams up with the Band Geeks for a tour running from April 1 to May 18.
Emo Nite
The popular event series continues with dates from January 11 to March 22, celebrating emo music’s past and present.
Rivetskull
Honoring the legacy of Ronnie James Dio, Rivetskull will perform from January 9 to March 22.
Masvidal / MoonBladder
Paul Masvidal of Cynic fame has booked a trio of solo shows next month, playing San Francisco’s Above DNA on Jan. 21, Seattle’s Gallery 1412 on Jan. 23, and Portland’s Azoth on Jan. 24, with Moonbladder supporting on all three dates.
Torture
The hardcore band has announced a tour from April 1 to 20, featuring Balmora, Sanction, Final Resting Place, and Azshara.
Stay tuned for more updates, and be sure to grab your tickets early to support your favorite artists!
