Finnish cello rockers APOCALYPTICA have exciting news for their fans – they have announced the “Apocalyptica Plays Metallica Vol. 2” North American tour, which will feature support from the talented Nita Strauss on guitar. The tour is set to kick off on February 6, 2025, in Washington, D.C., and will make its way through major cities across North America before wrapping up on March 8 in Houston, Texas.
Tickets for the tour will go on sale soon, starting with a Citi presale on Tuesday, June 11, at 11 a.m. local time, followed by the general on-sale on Friday, June 14, at 10 a.m. local time. Citi is the official card of the tour, so fans can grab their tickets early and secure their spot at these epic shows.
The tour dates are as follows:
– Feb. 06 – Washington, DC @ Warner Theatre
– Feb. 07 – Philadelphia, PA @ The Fillmore Philadelphia
– Feb. 08 – Boston, MA @ Orpheum Theatre
– Feb. 11 – New York, NY @ Brooklyn Paramount
– Feb. 12 – Montreal, QC @ MTELUS
– Feb. 13 – Toronto, ON @ Queen Elizabeth Theatre
– Feb. 14 – Cincinnati, OH @ The Andrew J Brady Music Center
– Feb. 15 – Chicago, IL @ Athenaeum Center
– Feb. 16 – Detroit, MI @ The Fillmore Detroit
– Feb. 18 – Minneapolis, MN @ Uptown Theater
– Feb. 19 – Winnipeg, MB @ Burton Cummings Theatre
– Feb. 20 – Saskatoon, SK @ Coors Event Centre
– Feb. 21 – Edmonton, AB @ Midway Music Hall
– Feb. 22 – Calgary, AB @ Grey Eagle Event Centre
– Feb. 24 – Vancouver, BC @ Queen Elizabeth Theatre
– Feb. 25 – Seattle, WA @ Moore Theatre
– Feb. 26 – Portland, OR @ Crystal Ballroom
– Feb. 27 – San Francisco, CA @ Palace of Fine Arts
– Feb. 28 – Los Angeles, CA @ The Orpheum Theatre
– Mar. 01 – Phoenix, AZ @ The Van Buren
– Mar. 03 – Denver, CO @ Paramount Theatre
– Mar. 05 – Austin, TX @ ACL Live – Moody Theater
– Mar. 06 – Dallas, TX @ The Majestic Theatre
– Mar. 08 – Houston, TX @ Bayou Music Center
The band recently celebrated the release of “Apocalyptica Plays Metallica Vol. 2” with a special event in Helsinki, Finland. This album is a follow-up to their debut record, which was a symphonic tribute to the legendary heavy metal band METALLICA. The new album features a collaboration with METALLICA frontman James Hetfield on the track “One”, adding a unique and cinematic touch to the song.
Lead cellist Perttu Kivilaakso shared his excitement about working with Hetfield on the track, expressing his gratitude for the opportunity to create something truly special. The album also includes a guest appearance by METALLICA bassist Robert Trujillo on the song “The Four Horsemen”, showcasing the strong connection between the two bands.
This album marks a significant milestone for APOCALYPTICA, as it is the final studio release with drummer Mikko Sirén, who has been a part of the band for many years. Produced by Joe Barresi, known for his work with bands like QUEENS OF THE STONE AGE and TOOL, the album promises to be a powerful and memorable addition to the band’s discography.
Fans can look forward to an incredible live experience when APOCALYPTICA hits the road for their North American tour, bringing their unique blend of cello rock and heavy metal to audiences across the continent. With special guests like Nita Strauss and collaborations with METALLICA members, this tour is sure to be a must-see event for music lovers everywhere.