Metallica Rocks Levi’s Stadium as M72 World Tour Hits Bay Area
Posted on June 24, 2025 by quangle 24 Jun Metallica made a thunderous return to the Bay Area on Friday, thrilling tens of thousands of fans at Levi’s Stadium during the band’s M72 World Tour . A Long-Awaited Homecoming After nearly three years on the road , the legendary band finally brought its globe-spanning tour home. This two-night stop in Santa Clara is especially meaningful, as Metallica originally formed in the Bay Area . Fans began lining up at 3 a.m. , hoping to score limited-edition merchandise. For many, the 11-hour wait was worth it. “Part of the fun is meeting people who love the same music,” said Sean Merriman of San Leandro. No Repeats, Just Rock Each night on the tour is designed to be unique. Not only does Metallica promise no repeat songs or openers , but the band also performs from a massive circular stage . With four rotating drum kits , the setup ensures fans get...