HARD ROCK HISTORY IS ABOUT TO BE REWRITTEN — TWO OF THE MOST ICONIC AND INFLUENTIAL BANDS OF ALL TIME, RED HOT CHILI PEPPERS & METALLICA, ARE OFFICIALLY REUNITING FOR A ONCE-IN-A-LIFETIME 2026 WORLD STADIUM TOUR: “EMPIRES OF CHAOS” ⚡
Get ready, because the world of rock music is about to explode with an announcement that no one saw coming — a seismic collaboration between two of the most legendary forces in music history: Red Hot Chili Peppers and Metallica. The two titans of rock are officially joining forces for a monumental 2026 World Stadium Tour titled “Empires of Chaos”, marking an unprecedented union of funk, fire, and pure heavy metal power.
This is more than just a tour — it’s the meeting of two empires that shaped generations. From the raw, thunderous riffs of Metallica’s Master of Puppets to the infectious groove and soul of the Chili Peppers’ Californication, both bands have carved their legacies into the heart of music culture. And now, for the first time ever, fans will witness them sharing the same stage — fusing their energies into one unforgettable sonic storm.
The “Empires of Chaos” tour is expected to kick off in Los Angeles, the city that birthed both of these musical dynasties, before storming across continents — from London’s Wembley Stadium to Tokyo Dome, Berlin’s Olympiastadion, São Paulo, and finally culminating in an epic closing show in Sydney, Australia.
Inside sources describe the setlist as “a revolution in rock collaboration.” Expect jaw-dropping mashups — imagine Under the Bridge colliding with Nothing Else Matters, or Give It Away blending seamlessly into Enter Sandman. There will also be surprise on-stage collaborations, special guest appearances, and a stage design unlike anything ever seen before — an arena built to reflect the chaos, unity, and spirit of both bands.
Frontmen Anthony Kiedis and James Hetfield have both released emotional statements expressing their excitement and respect for each other’s work. “This is about breaking boundaries and celebrating what rock ‘n’ roll truly means — freedom, passion, and raw emotion,” Kiedis said. Hetfield added, “We’ve both walked different roads, but they’ve all led us here — to something powerful, unpredictable, and absolutely historic.”
For decades, fans have dreamed of a collaboration between these two musical giants — and in 2026, that dream becomes reality. With Flea’s thundering bass colliding with Robert Trujillo’s heavy metal pulse, Chad Smith’s explosive drumming syncing with Lars Ulrich’s machine-like precision, and the unmistakable guitar work of John Frusciante and Kirk Hammett — this isn’t just a concert. It’s a declaration.
Brace yourselves for the ultimate collision of sound, style, and soul.
⚡ Red Hot Chili Peppers x Metallica — “Empires of Chaos” World Stadium Tour 2026
The world of rock will never be the same again.
