70000 Tons of Metal 2026 has made significant progress in its lineup, with all but nine bands having been announced out of the 60 total scheduled performers. The latest additions include VBO, Ignea, Arkona, Paradise Lost, Cemetery Skyline, Royal Hunt, Illumishade, Tribulation, Kanonenfieber, Izegrim, Bloodred Hourglass, and Darkane.
With just three months to set sail, the festival will take place from Miami, Florida to Nassau, the Bahamas on January 29 to February 2, 2026. 70000 Tons of Metal promises an unforgettable experience for metalheads of all genres.
Notably, VBO's live stage performance marks its first-ever appearance. This turbo-charged fusion of synthwave and heavy rock features Francesco Cavalieri, formerly the lead vocalist of Italian Power Metal band WIND ROSE. The festival also boasts two shows from reuniting band IZEGRIM, celebrating their 30th anniversary after a six-year hiatus.
The current lineup includes notable names such as Amorphis, Anthrax, Arkona, and many more. For the full list of announced bands, visit our website.