Rock & Metal Gig GUIDE

Looking for the ultimate rock and metal concert experience? Whether you’re a die-hard fan of shredding guitars, thunderous drums, or raw, powerful vocals, attending a live rock or metal show is an experience unlike any other. From legendary stadium tours to underground metal festivals, our guide will help you discover the best concerts, upcoming tours, and can’t-miss live performances in rock and metal. Get the inside scoop on where to find tickets, exclusive band updates, and tips for making the most of your concert experience. Whether you’re into classic rock anthems or the latest metalcore bands, we’ve got you covered. Keep reading to plan your next live music adventure!

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Alanis Morissette returns to the UK next summer with six huge outdoor shows in June and July.

Black Stone Cherry will return to UK shores next year.

Jimmy Eat World celebrate 25 years of Bleeding American with Rise Against, The Get Up Kids and Jay Som (Jay Som performing in London only)

Richard Ashcroft will headline Sunday night at Rock N Roll Circus

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BEAT

BEAT – Performing the music of 80s King Crimson

08/06

Various venues

Former King Crimson members Adrian Belew and Tony Levin join guitar icon Steve Vai and Tool drummer Danny Carey for BEAT, a creative re-imagining of the band’s three ’80s albums: Discipline, Beat and Three of a Perfect Pair.

Good Kid are coming to Roundhouse, London on Saturday 26 September 2026!

With punchy J‑rock riffs, indie rock playfulness, and pop‑punk grit, they’ve created a sound you simply can’t resist moving to.

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Don’t miss Kasabian’s MASSIVE London show at Finsbury Park next July, joined by special guests Louis Dunford, Razorlight, The K’s, Miles Kane and SOFY.

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Progressive rock titans Opeth are heading to West Yorkshire next summer to play an unmissable show at TK Maxx presents Live at The Piece Hall, Sat 1 Aug.

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Celebrating 40 years since their genesis in 1986, Pixies have announced details of a headline worldwide tour for 2026 titled Pixies 40, kicking off in the UK in May 2026 – plus, outdoor shows at Eden Project & On The Mount at Wasing.

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Stage Times with Kasabian

We caught up with Kasabian’s Sergio Pizzorno to chat about all things live music and their huge Finsbury Park show this summer.

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2026 Outdoor shows

Arizona rock icons Jimmy Eat World return to the UK with three huge outdoor shows celebrating the 25th anniversary of their classic fourth studio album, Bleed American The Piece Hall, Cardiff Castle as well as their biggest ever UK show to date at London’s Gunnersbury Park – joined by special guests Rise Against, The Get Up Kids and Jay Som

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Don’t miss Kasabian’s MASSIVE London show at Finsbury Park next July, joined by special guests Louis Dunford, Razorlight, The K’s, Miles Kane and SOFY.

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Progressive rock titans Opeth are heading to West Yorkshire next summer to play an unmissable show at TK Maxx presents Live at The Piece Hall, Sat 1 Aug.

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Celebrating 40 years since their genesis in 1986, Pixies have announced details of a headline worldwide tour for 2026 titled Pixies 40, kicking off in the UK in May 2026 – plus, outdoor shows at Eden Project & On The Mount at Wasing.

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Rock & Metal gig Guide

Ticketmaster’s rock & metal concert guide is dedicated to live music events happening throughout 2026 & 2027. Whether you’re looking for the biggest rock legends, up-and-coming new music, arena shows, festival headliners going on the road and more, we’ve got you covered.

Looking for the ultimate rock and metal concert experience? Whether you’re a die-hard fan of shredding guitars, thunderous drums, or raw, powerful vocals, attending a live rock or metal show is an experience unlike any other. From legendary stadium tours to underground metal festivals, our guide will help you discover the best concerts, upcoming tours, and can’t-miss live performances in rock and metal. Get the inside scoop on where to find tickets, exclusive band updates, and tips for making the most of your concert experience. Whether you’re into classic rock anthems or the latest metalcore bands, we’ve got you covered. Keep reading to plan your next live music adventure!

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