Legends Collide: Kreator and Slayer Announce Joint Farewell Tour for 2025

In a monumental announcement that has sent shockwaves through the metal community, two thrash metal giants, **Kreator** and **Slayer**, have confirmed their **joint farewell tour for 2025**. Titled **”The Final Reign Tour,”** this epic collaboration will mark the end of an era for Slayer while Kreator promises a celebration of their decades-long legacy in metal. Fans worldwide are already dubbing this tour as one of the most significant events in heavy metal history.

The tour will span **five continents** and feature **over 40 shows** in iconic venues across North and South America, Europe, Asia, and Australia. It will kick off in **Los Angeles, California**, Slayer’s hometown, before moving across the globe. Both bands have stated that this will be their most ambitious tour yet, with a stage production designed to reflect the brutality and intensity they are known for.

**Mille Petrozza**, frontman of Kreator, expressed his excitement about the collaboration:

> “This tour is more than just a farewell; it’s a celebration of thrash metal’s legacy. Slayer has been a huge influence on us, and to share this journey with them is beyond words. Fans should expect nothing short of total chaos and destruction on stage. We’re going out with a bang!”

Slayer, who concluded their first farewell tour in 2019, surprised fans with this unexpected return. **Kerry King**, Slayer’s guitarist, explained:

> “We thought our time was done, but when Kreator approached us with this idea, it felt right. It’s a final chance to give our fans the farewell they truly deserve. This isn’t just about us; it’s about the legacy of thrash metal.”

The tour will also feature **special guests** from the metal world, with rumors of appearances by bands like **Exodus**, **Testament**, and **Sepultura**. The setlists promise to include fan-favorite tracks, deep cuts, and collaborations between the two bands.

Tickets for “The Final Reign Tour” will go on sale starting **February 1, 2025**, with VIP packages that include exclusive merchandise, meet-and-greet opportunities, and backstage access.

As two of the most influential bands in thrash metal history join forces for one last ride, fans are gearing up for what promises to be an unforgettable farewell. Thrash metal’s reign may never be the same, but the legacy of Kreator and Slayer will live on forever.