Metal Legends Dethklok and Babymetal Kick Off the “Babyklok Tour” in Houston
Metal fans, get ready for a treat! Dethklok, the pseudocartoon metal band from Adult Swim’s animated series Metalocalypse, is returning to the music scene with a bang! It has announced a co-headlining tour across North America with Japanese kawaii-metal greats Babymetal. After an 11-year hiatus, Dethklok is all set to hit the road with Babymetal for their first actual tour. The “Babyklok Tour” kicks off on August 30th in Houston and travels throughout the US and Canada before concluding in Los Angeles on October 11th.
Dethklok’s First Actual Tour in 11 Years
Dethklok is all set to unleash its distinctive brand of riffs and shredding guitar solos on its live audience after a long hiatus. The band’s return has been eagerly anticipated by its fans, who can’t wait to experience Dethklok’s unique sound live. With its new album, Deathalbum IV, set to release later in the year, the band promises to deliver nothing less than an unforgettable musical experience.
The Return of Babymetal To North America with Newly-Appointed Third Member Momometal
Babymetal, the Japanese kawaii-metal trio sensation that has taken the world by storm, will co-headline the tour alongside Dethklok. The trio was scheduled to tour North America last year but had to cancel it due to COVID-19 restrictions. This time around, they are back with a bang and with newly-appointed third member Momometal in tow. Fans can expect nothing less than explosive energy onstage as Babymetal brings its unique blend of J-pop and metal to the stage.
Support From Guitarist Jason Richardson
The “Babyklok Tour” will see both Dethklok and Babymetal share the stage with guitarist Jason Richardson, who will provide support for the tour. Known for his virtuoso guitar skills, Jason will undoubtedly add a new dimension to the tour, making it a memorable experience for metal lovers everywhere.
Tour Dates and Ticket Information
The “Babyklok Tour” will take off on August 30th in Houston and travel throughout the US and Canada before concluding in Los Angeles on October 11th. The tour includes appearances at several festivals, including Blue Ridge Rock Festival, Louder Than Life, and Aftershock. General tickets go on sale on Friday, April 14th at 10 a.m. local time. For more information on ticket sales and VIP packages, check out TheBabyklokTour.com.
Metalocalypse Returns with a Full-Length Original Movie and New Album by Dethklok
Amidst all this excitement about their co-headlining tour with Babymetal, Dethklok has also dropped a bombshell- that they are returning to Adult Swim’s animated series Metalocalypse with a full-length original movie titled “Metalocalypse: Army of the Doomstar.” Written and directed by cocreator Brendon Small, the movie is slated for release later this year.
In addition to the movie, metalheads can also look forward to Dethklok’s new album, Deathalbum IV. With contributions from legends like Kirk Hammett from Metallica, Scott Ian from Anthrax, Amy Lee from Evanescence, King Diamond from Mercyful Fate and bass virtuoso Thundercat among others providing voiceover work for the movie soundtrack.
Conclusion
The return of Dethklok and Babymetal to the stage is undoubtedly a cause for celebration for metal lovers across North America. With a whole host of surprises up their sleeves, including the highly-anticipated release of “Metalocalypse: Army of the Doomstar” and Deathalbum IV, it’s safe to say that 2022 is going to be an exciting year for metal fans. Get your tickets now before they sell out!
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