Although Metallica themselves have not officially announced a tour, Rolling Stone, Australia/New Zealand broke the news, saying well-placed sources have confirmed the band’s 65,000-capacity Perth stop as part of their ongoing M72 world tour. Perth often misses out on international shows of this size due to logistical issues, but this time the city is about to be blown up by iconic thrash metal giants.

An important moment for the Perth heavy music scene

It’s not every day that Perth hosts an event of this magnitude, and Metallica’s Australian tour is already preparing to go down in the history books. After all, it’s been a while since Metallica last performed on Australian soil during the now-defunct Soundwave Festival in 2013. Plans for a 2019 return were scrapped due to James Hetfield’s rehab and the pandemic, making this upcoming show a monumental event for the WA Metalheads.

Optus Stadium, already renowned for hosting major acts such as Coldplay, will now add Metallica to its growing list of global music legends. WITH 72 seasonsWith their latest album dominating the ARIA charts, Perth fans can expect nothing less than an epic show. Metallica have sold more than 120 million albums, received billions of streams and earned a place in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

Waiting for the M72 tour in Australia

If Metallica’s M72 tour is anything to go by, Perth is in for an amazing experience. The band performs sold-out shows across North America, and their signature high-energy shows with massive stage sets, pyrotechnics and crushing riffs are exactly what fans crave. This is no ordinary concert; it’s a sonic attack that will shake the stadium.

So, while Metallica have yet to confirm the news themselves, thanks to Rolling Stone, Australiaand Perth metalheads are buzzing. It’s time to clear your calendar, strategize your tickets, and start counting down to what will undoubtedly be the toughest event of 2025.

What’s next?

With Metallica’s Australian tour finally around the corner, a full announcement is expected soon. In the meantime, stay tuned to Blunt Magazine for more updates, ticket information, and exclusive coverage as we gear up for the concert of the year. Don’t miss your chance to be a part of Metallica history.