For the first time in history, Metallica became a hard rock band performing at the Saudi Arabia festival!
Get ready for a groundbreaking moment in rock history as Metallica gears up to shatter boundaries at the upcoming MDLBeast’s Soundstorm Festival in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. In a surprising turn of events, the iconic hard rock legends are set to make history as the first-ever hard rock band to grace this major festival, unfolding in a part of the world seldom touched by their thunderous sound.
As 2023 draws to a close, Metallica unveils an extraordinary opportunity to captivate audiences in a unique and culturally significant setting. With a sense of anticipation and enthusiasm, the band shares the news on their official Facebook page: “We’re not done with 2023 just yet, as an amazing opportunity has just come our way to perform at a major festival that we have never played in a part of the world we rarely get to visit.”
Scheduled for Thursday, December 14, Metallica’s performance will undoubtedly mark a historic milestone as they kick off the festivities at MDLBeast’s Soundstorm Festival. This landmark event not only serves as the grand finale to their 2023 tour but also positions Metallica as trailblazers in the Saudi Arabian music scene.
The festival, running from December 14 to 16, promises an electrifying experience for attendees. Last year’s edition saw an impressive turnout, with over 600,000 people immersing themselves in the music and festivities.
Metallica’s decision to headline the festival echoes the band’s commitment to pushing boundaries and exploring new territories. Their latest studio album, “72 Seasons,” released in April, serves as the driving force behind their global M72 no-repeat weekends touring stint, which is set to continue into the new year.
It’s worth noting that Metallica isn’t the first to introduce heavy metal to Saudi Arabia. In 2022, Saudi melodic death metal band Immortal Pain broke new ground by becoming the first to perform heavy metal at a large public event in the country. The barriers are being broken, and the cultural landscape is evolving.
Stay tuned for this historic performance, and witness Metallica’s monumental contribution to the ever-expanding world of rock music. For more details on the Soundstorm Festival, check out MDLBeast’s official website. Additionally, explore Metallica’s upcoming live dates for 2024 on their official website for an unforgettable musical journey into the future.