BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Metallica has been announced for a summer 2027 show at the new home of the Buffalo Bills, radio station 97 Rock confirmed Wednesday morning. The announcement follows Tuesday’s news that Kenny Chesney will be performing a full-length concert at the venue.
On June 8, 2027, the James Hetfield-fronted rock band will be marking their first show in Western New York since 2022, when they played at the old stadium alongside openers Greta Van Fleet and Ice Nine Kills.
Metallica last played the former Orchard Park venue on Aug. 11 of that year, their third show at the stadium, with additional shows in 1988 and 1992.
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This year marks the 40th anniversary of the release of Metallica’s “Master of Puppets” record, as well as the 35th anniversary of their self-titled record, and a decade since the release of “Hardwired… to Self-Destruct.” Next year will mark the 30th anniversary of their “Reload” record…