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70000TONS OF METAL 2026: IZEGRIM Announce Epic Reunion Shows and Celebration of 30th Band Anniversary Onboard The World’s Biggest Heavy Metal Cruise


70000TONS OF METAL, The Original, The World’s Biggest Heavy Metal Cruise, known for always going the extra mile to present its Sailors with exclusive experiences has just announced another highlight for the 2026 sailing: Dutch Death/Thrash Giants IZEGRIM will celebrate their band reunion on board, playing their first shows since 2019 during the festival-at-sea’s next edition from Miami, FL to Nassau, The Bahamas and back from January 29 through February 2, 2026, aboard Royal Caribbean’s luxury cruise ship Freedom of the Seas.

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70000TONS OF METAL ANNOUNCES DESTINATION CHANGE + INITIAL LINEUP FOR 2026 SAILING


70000TONS OF METAL, The Original, The World’s Biggest Heavy Metal Cruise, has announced a change in the destination for its 2026 voyage. The upcoming edition of the festival at sea, taking place from January 29 to February 2, 2026, will now sail from Miami, Florida to Nassau, the Bahamas aboard Royal Caribbean’s Freedom of the Seas.

Originally planned to return to Labadee, Haiti, the decision to reroute the journey was made out of an abundance of caution and with the well-being of all Sailors, artists, and crew as the top priority.

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SWALLOW THE SUN featuring BALLET FINLAND to perform “Plague of Butterflies”


In a groundbreaking event, Finnish Metal icons SWALLOW THE SUN featuring the Avant-Garde BALLET FINLAND are set to present their collaborative performance, “Plague of Butterflies”, during 70000TONS OF METAL in 2025. This unique performance will make its World Premiere outside of Finland in January 2025, on board The Original, The World’s Biggest Heavy Metal Cruise, with two separate presentations of the work occurring whilst on board. Following each of the two performances of “Plague of Butterflies”, SWALLOW THE SUN will play two different regular sets as well.

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Public Sales Date Announced for 70000TONS OF METAL 2025


This is your chance to become part of the United Nations of Heavy Metal at Sea – Immerse yourself in a world of pure Metal magic as you soak in rejuvenating hot tubs, feel the warm Caribbean breeze on your skin, and let the powerful Heavy Metal music transport you to another realm.

Yes, you read that right! The wait is over. The organizers of the 70000TONS OF METAL festival have announced the Public Sales date for The Original, The World’s Biggest Heavy Metal Cruise. Don’t miss out on this epic journey from Miami, FL to Ocho Rios, Jamaica and back, taking place from January 30th to February 3rd, 2025.

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First Bands Announced for 70000TONS OF METAL 2025


There are your standard Heavy Metal festivals – and then there’s 70000TONS OF METAL.

Envision this: Lounging on a Caribbean island, soaking up the sun on a pristine white beach. Later on, you feel the warm wind blowing in your face, now sitting in a hot tub on a giant luxurious cruise ship, in front of The Pool Deck Stage, The World’s Biggest Open Air Structure to Ever Sail the Open Seas. Surrounded by Metal fans from all across the globe (known as the United Nations of Heavy Metal at Sea), you headbang to your favorite band. Sounds perfect? Well, it is. Get ready for 70000TONS OF METAL 2025!

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Public Sales Date Announced for 70000TONS OF METAL 2024


Hot tubs, warm Caribbean breeze, and Heavy Metal.

The organizers of 70000TONS OF METAL have announced the public sales date for the twelfth edition of The Original, The World’s Biggest Heavy Metal Cruise.Public Sales will start Tuesday, June 27th 2023 at 12PM EDT for the upcoming voyage that will  sail on January 29th to February 2nd, 2024 from Miami, FL to Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic and back.Every attendee receives unrestricted festival access to 120+ shows and special onboard events: meet & greets with every band, unique and intimate masterclasses with select musicians, exclusive live album premieres, listening sessions and more. Guests will also have the chance to explore Puerto Plata with their favorite bands on a selection of “Artist Escorted Shore Excursions”, where fans have the opportunity to join band members on expeditions like snorkeling, kayaking, boat tours and more.

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