LAMB OF GOD and MASTODON Announce "Ashes Of Leviathan" Co-Headlining Tour
- Scott Kucharski
- Feb 6, 2024
- 4 min read
Grammy Award-nominated metal behemoths LAMB OF GOD and Grammy Award-winning titans MASTODON are set to embark on a monumental co-headlining tour, aptly named the "Ashes Of Leviathan" tour.
This electrifying collaboration is a celebration of the 20th anniversary of two groundbreaking albums: LAMB OF GOD's chart-topping masterpiece "Ashes Of The Wake" and MASTODON's critically acclaimed sophomore release "Leviathan", both of which debuted on August 31, 2004.
The tour promises an unforgettable experience for metal enthusiasts as both bands will perform their respective albums in full, showcasing the raw power and musical prowess that solidified their places in the metal pantheon.
Commencing on July 19 at the Texas Trust CU Theatre in Grand Prairie, Texas, the North American arena and amphitheater tour will traverse the United States and Canada, concluding on the exact 20th anniversary of each album on August 31 at the Astro Amphitheater in Omaha, Nebraska. Along the way, they will grace iconic venues such as the Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Denver, Colorado, and the Kia Forum in Los Angeles, California.
Adding to the tour's significance, both LAMB OF GOD and MASTODON will be supporting charitable causes close to their hearts. LAMB OF GOD has chosen to back the Living The Dream Foundation, an organization dedicated to fulfilling dreams for music fans facing life-threatening illnesses.
Meanwhile, MASTODON will be supporting the Hirshberg Foundation For Pancreatic Cancer Research, a cause that became deeply personal to the band following the passing of their manager, Nick John, from pancreatic cancer in 2018.
Fans attending the tour will have the opportunity to contribute to these causes by opting in to donate when purchasing their tickets, ensuring that their love for metal also makes a meaningful impact in the fight against life-threatening illnesses and pancreatic cancer.
The tour also marks the first announced full-scale tour featuring Kerry King’s new project. His band is rounded out by drummer Paul Bostaph (Slayer), bassist Kyle Sanders (Hellyeah), guitarist Phil Demmel (ex-Machine Head), and lead singer Mark Osegueda (Death Angel).
"Ashes Of The Wake" holds a special place in LAMB OF GOD's discography, having been certified gold by the RIAA for sales exceeding 500,000 copies. The album's reissued DualDisc edition, featuring enhanced LPCM Stereo and bonus features, further solidified its status as a fan favorite.
On the other hand, "Leviathan" marked a pivotal moment for MASTODON as their first concept album, drawing inspiration from Herman Melville's classic novel "Moby-Dick". Garnering critical acclaim, the album was hailed as "Album Of The Year" by multiple publications and continues to be regarded as one of the finest metal albums of the 21st century.
Both bands have continued to evolve and captivate audiences with their latest releases. LAMB OF GOD's "Omens", released in 2022, debuted in the Top 15 on the Billboard 200 and soared to No. 1 on multiple rock charts, accumulating over 60 million streams. Meanwhile, MASTODON's expansive double LP, "Hushed And Grim", produced by David Bottrill, debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Hard Rock Albums chart and earned them a Grammy Award nomination for the track "Pushing The Tides".
The "Ashes Of Leviathan" tour not only celebrates the enduring legacy of two iconic albums but also showcases the unwavering passion and commitment of LAMB OF GOD and MASTODON to their craft and their fans. As they unleash their monumental soundscapes on stage, they invite metal enthusiasts to join them on a journey through two decades of relentless sonic innovation and uncompromising artistry.
Don't miss your chance to be part of metal history as LAMB OF GOD and MASTODON unite for a tour that promises to ignite stages and captivate audiences across North America. Get ready to experience the thunderous roar of the "Ashes Of Leviathan" tour and support two worthy causes while indulging in a night of unforgettable metal madness.
"Ashes Of Leviathan" tour dates:
Jul. 19 - Grand Prairie, TX @ Texas Trust CU Theatre
Jul. 20 - Austin, TX @ Germania Insurance Amphitheater
Jul 21 - Houston, TX @ 713 Music Hall
Jul. 23 - Jacksonville, FL @ Daily's Place
Jul. 24 - Orlando, FL @ Orlando Amphitheater
Jul. 25 - Alpharetta, GA @ Ameris Bank Amphitheatre
Jul. 27 - Raleigh, NC @ The Red Hat Amphitheater
Jul. 28 - Richmond, VA @ Virgin Credit Union LIVE!
Jul. 30 - Pittsburgh, PA @ Stage AE
Jul. 31 - London, ON @ Budweiser Gardens
Aug. 01 - Montreal, QC @ Bell Centre
Aug. 03 - Uncasville, CT @ Mohegan Sun Arena
Aug. 04 - Manchester, NH @ SNHU Arena
Aug. 06 - Bangor, ME @ Maine Savings Amphitheater
Aug. 08 - Reading, PA @ Santander Arena
Aug. 09 - Cleveland, OH @ Jacobs Pavilion
Aug. 10 - Sterling Heights, MI @ Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre @ Freedom Hill **
Aug. 13 - Moorhead, MN @ Bluestem Center For The Arts Amphitheater
Aug. 15 - Calgary, AB @ Scotiabank Saddledome
Aug. 16 - Penticton, BC @ South Okanagan Events Centre
Aug. 17 - Kent, WA @ accesso ShoWare Center
Aug. 18 - Portland, OR @ Theatre of the Clouds
Aug. 21 - Los Angeles, CA @ Kia Forum
Aug. 23 - Phoenix, AZ @ Arizona Financial Theatre
Aug. 24 - Rio Rancho NM @ Rio Rancho Events Center
Aug. 25 - El Paso, TX @ El Paso County Coliseum
Aug. 27 - Magna, UT @ The Great Saltair
Aug. 29 - Morrison, CO @ Red Rocks Amphitheatre
Aug. 31 - Omaha, NE @ The Astro Amphitheater
**No MALEVOLENCE; support from KERRY KING and UNEARTH
PRESALE and VIP PACKAGES available HERE.
More ticket info:
An artist pre-sale starts today (February 6th) at noon ET using the code LOG20 via Ticketmaster, while a Live Nation presale begins an hour later using the code ENERGY at the same link.
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Kerry King - Idle Hands (Official Audio)
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