Metallica’s M72 “No Repeat Weekend” tour thundered into Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia on May 23 and 25, 2025, delivering two nights of blistering metal, unique setlists, and unforgettable moments—including a rain-drenched set from Limp Bizkit that fans won’t soon forget.
Night one, on May 23, opened with Ice Nine Kills, whose theatrical metalcore set leaned heavily into their horror-inspired style. Frontman Spencer Charnas channeled a deranged horror host as the band ripped through tracks like “Hip to Be Scared” and “Stabbing in the Dark.” Their macabre props and costumed theatrics—think bloody raincoats and chainsaws—were a perfect match for Metallica’s cinematic flair. They earned enthusiastic roars from early-arriving fans, who packed in despite a threatening sky.
Limp Bizkit followed, greeted by cheers and gray clouds that turned into a full downpour halfway through their set. Fred Durst, in a bucket hat and soaked Tribal jacket, refused to let the rain stop the show. With Wes Borland stalking the stage like a soaked phantom, the band tore through “My Way,” “Rollin’,” and “Break Stuff,” while the crowd bounced and screamed through the storm. By the time they hit “Nookie,” the field was soaked and wild—a gritty, chaotic set that instantly became Philly legend.
Metallica took the stage around 8:45 PM to the familiar opening of “The Ecstasy of Gold,” launching into a devastating run of “Creeping Death,” “Harvester of Sorrow,” and “Holier Than Thou.” James Hetfield’s vocals were ferocious, and the band sounded sharp despite the lingering rain. Night one leaned into 72 Seasons material like “If Darkness Had a Son” and the title track, weaving them into a set filled with longtime staples such as “Sad but True,” “The Day That Never Comes,” and “Master of Puppets.” The “Kirk and Rob Doodle” included a snippet of “To Live Is to Die,” which drew loud approval from diehards in the pit.
Instrumental highlight “Orion” was stunning in the open air, and then “Fuel,” “Seek & Destroy,” and “Master of Puppets” wrapped night one with pyro bursts and soaked fists in the air.
Night two, on May 25, brought Suicidal Tendencies and Pantera to the undercard.
Suicidal Tendencies blasted through their set with Mike Muir’s machine-gun vocals backed by galloping skate-punk fury. Their set was a shot of adrenaline, opening with “this World” and “You Can’t Bring Me Down” and ripping through “Institutionalized,” “Cyco Vision,” and other hardcore essentials. Muir never stopped moving—pacing the stage and energizing the crowd with his trademark intensity. The band’s tight, aggressive groove hit especially hard in a stadium setting, proving that even after four decades, they’re still a force to be reckoned with.
Pantera followed, delivering a massive, punishing set that honored Dimebag and Vinnie Paul while letting Phil Anselmo and Rex Brown anchor a modern metal freight train. They crushed through “Walk,” “Cowboys from Hell,” and “This Love,” earning deafening ovations and raising the bar before Metallica’s return.
The second night’s set opened with “Whiplash,” “For Whom the Bell Tolls,” and “Ride the Lightning,” a triple hit of classic thrash that set the tone. From there, Metallica branched into “The Memory Remains,” “Lux Æterna,” and “Screaming Suicide,” balancing old and new without letting momentum dip. The “Doodle” segment on this night included playful riffs on Elton John’s “Philadelphia Freedom and Rocky’s “Gonna Fly Now” which drew laughs and cheers from locals.
The midsection of the show brought the epic weight of “Fade to Black,” “Wherever I May Roam,” “The Unforgiven,” and the rarely played instrumental “The Call of Ktulu.” Their cover of “Whiskey in the Jar” added a looser, celebratory tone before things turned intense again with “Blackened,” “Moth Into Flame,” “One,” and a thunderous finale of “Enter Sandman.”
Across the two nights, Metallica played nearly 40 different songs without repeats, a feat that underscores the staying power of their deep catalog. Each night had a distinct identity—Friday was wet, wild, and a little more chaotic, while Sunday leaned into precision and power under clear skies. Both sets featured generous inclusion of material from 72 Seasons, but never at the expense of fan favorites from Kill ’Em All, Master of Puppets, The Black Album, and more.
The openers helped shape each night’s tone: Ice Nine Kills brought horror theatrics to night one, Limp Bizkit turned a rainstorm into a drenched spectacle, Suicidal Tendencies revved up Sunday with punked-out intensity, and Pantera delivered a massive metal clinic that reminded everyone why they were legends long before their return.
Metallica’s M72 tour in Philadelphia was more than just two shows—it was a multi-night experience, different each time but equally thunderous. Whether soaked by rain or scorched by pyro, fans left Lincoln Financial Field drenched in riffs and grins, having witnessed metal royalty still performing at full strength.
Night 1
Metallica
Limp Bizkit
Ice Nine Kills
Night 2
Metallica
Pantera
Suicidal Tendencies
