Dan Reynolds of Imagine Dragons and James Hetfield of Metallica have officially announced a monumental 2026 World Tour, a collaboration that’s already being hailed as one of the most ambitious rock and alternative crossovers of the decade. The tour, which kicks off in spring 2026, will span multiple continents, including North America, Europe, South America, Asia, and Australia, bringing together two powerhouse voices from different corners of the music world.
This unprecedented partnership promises explosive energy, blending Hetfield’s raw, thunderous metal edge with Reynolds’ anthemic alternative rock style. Fans can expect both joint performances and solo sets, with new, unreleased material rumored to debut live on stage. “We’re not just merging sounds,” Hetfield shared in a statement. “We’re merging worlds.” Reynolds added, “This is about breaking barriers, bringing people together through the power of music.”
The tour will feature state-of-the-art production, massive stage designs, and a setlist that spans decades of hits, from Metallica’s legendary classics to Imagine Dragons’ chart-topping anthems. With demand already skyrocketing, early ticket sales are expected to break records. Rock and alternative fans across the globe are bracing for an unforgettable musical experience — a historic moment where two generations of sound collide in spectacular fashion.
