Apocalyptica Announces U.S. Tour “Apocalyptica Plays Metallica Vol. 2” With Special Guest Nita Strauss

In the history of heavy metal, few artists can claim to have made a monumental impact, and even fewer can boast of doing so twice. Enter Apocalyptica, one of metal’s most extraordinary success stories. This legendary journey continues as Apocalyptica announces their “Apocalyptica Plays Metallica Vol. 2 Tour” across the United States, featuring guitar virtuoso Nita Strauss as a special guest. Details about the tour schedule and ticketing are provided below.

Formed in 1993 at the renowned Sibelius Academy in Helsinki, Finland, Apocalyptica began as a tribute to Metallica by four classically trained musicians. Their debut album, “Plays Metallica By Four Cellos,” released in 1996, revolutionized the genre. Founding band leader Eicca Toppinen recalls, “We loved Metallica and wanted to play their music with the instruments we knew—cellos. After performing at a metal club in Helsinki, we were asked to make an album. Five months after its release, we were opening for Metallica, It still feels surreal.”

Fast forward to today, Apocalyptica has released eight critically acclaimed records, sold six million albums, and toured extensively. They continue their unique homage to Metallica with “Plays Metallica, Vol. 2,” featuring powerful collaborations with Metallica members and using original tracks from the legendary Cliff Burton. Released on June 7, 2024, the album has garnered rave reviews:

“Apocalyptica have transcended mere novelty to become a unique entity, breathing fresh life and perspective into these songs.” – LOUDER

“Apocalyptica Plays Metallica Vol. 2 is a fitting tribute to the band, with Metallica’s involvement adding an extra stamp of approval.” – Heavy Music HQ

The band is eager to bring these fresh interpretations of Metallica songs to their US fans in 2025. The “Apocalyptica Plays Metallica Vol. 2 Tour” will begin on February 6, 2025, in Washington, DC, and will visit major cities across North America.

Tour Dates:

Thu Feb 06 – Washington, DC @ Warner Theatre
Fri Feb 07 – Philadelphia, PA @ The Fillmore Philadelphia
Sat Feb 08 – Boston, MA @ Orpheum Theatre
Tue Feb 11 – New York, NY @ Brooklyn Paramount
Wed Feb 12 – Montreal, QC @ MTELUS
Thu Feb 13 – Toronto, ON @ Queen Elizabeth Theatre
Fri Feb 14 – Cincinnati, OH @ The Andrew J Brady Music Center
Sat Feb 15 – Chicago, IL @ Athenaeum Center
Sun Feb 16 – Detroit, MI @ The Fillmore Detroit
Tue Feb 18 – Minneapolis, MN @ Uptown Theater
Wed Feb 19 – Winnipeg, MB @ Burton Cummings Theatre
Thu Feb 20 – Saskatoon, SK @ Coors Event Centre
Fri Feb 21 – Edmonton, AB @ Midway Music Hall
Sat Feb 22 – Calgary, AB @ Grey Eagle Event Centre
Mon Feb 24 – Vancouver, BC @ Queen Elizabeth Theatre
Tue Feb 25 – Seattle, WA @ Moore Theatre
Wed Feb 26 – Portland, OR @ Crystal Ballroom
Thu Feb 27 – San Francisco, CA @ Palace of Fine Arts
Fri Feb 28 – Los Angeles, CA @ The Orpheum Theatre
Sat Mar 01 – Phoenix, AZ @ The Van Buren
Mon Mar 03 – Denver, CO @ Paramount Theatre
Wed Mar 05 – Austin, TX @ ACL Live – Moody Theater
Thu Mar 06 – Dallas, TX @ The Majestic Theatre
Sat Mar 08 – Houston, TX @ Bayou Music Center
Tickets will be available starting with a Citi presale beginning on Tuesday, June 11, 2024, at 11 AM local time. The general sale starts on Friday, June 14, 2024, at 10 AM local time. Citi is the official card of the “Apocalyptica Plays Metallica Vol. 2 Tour.”

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