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The latest heavy metal news: tours, festival line-ups, releases and live shows.
Kreepin Deth, CC BY-SA 4.0Ozzy & Black Sabbath farewell concert film hits theaters Oct 28
The concert film Ozzy & Black Sabbath: Back to the Beginning premieres globally on October 28, capturing the legendary farewell show in Birmingham. Featuring Metallica, Guns N’ Roses, and more, it’s a tribute to heavy metal’s icons.
Selbymay, CC BY-SA 4.0Ozzfest Returns to US and UK in 2027 After Decade-Long Hiatus
Ozzfest, the iconic heavy metal festival founded by Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne, will return to the US and UK in 2027. No lineup announced yet, but fans can expect a celebration of new talent.
Kreepin Deth, CC BY-SA 4.0Metallica and Limp Bizkit Announce 2027 North America Tour
Metallica and Limp Bizkit will co-headline a North American stadium tour in spring 2027, dubbed 'Limptallica Twenty Seven.' Tickets go on sale September 25.
Kreepin Deth, CC BY-SA 4.0William Shatner Makes Heavy Metal Debut at Riot Fest 2026
At 95, William Shatner made his heavy metal debut at Riot Fest 2026, covering Metallica, Ozzy Osbourne, and Motörhead with his band The uckers. His upcoming album features rock legends like Tony Iommi and Rob Halford.