TAMPA, Fla. (April 28, 2025) – Metallica’s M72 tour is coming to Tampa for two nights at Raymond James Stadium on June 6 and June 8. Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa will host an epic “Metallica Takeover” on the day between shows, Saturday, June 7, featuring three exciting events honoring the legendary band at both Hard Rock Event Center and Hard Rock Cafe.
All event tickets start at $20 and will be available Friday, May 2, at 10 a.m. via casino.hardrock.com.
The festivities kick off at 3:30 p.m. at Hard Rock Event Center with The Art of Squindo, a conversation with artist Tony Squindo discussing his prolific work with Metallica and various other artists and projects. Squindo is known for his prolific work designing Metallica’s graphics, merchandise, and more. Squindo has also collaborated with notable artists including The Ramones, The Misfits, and Paul McCartney. Doors open at 2 p.m.
Kirk Hammett, legendary guitarist of the multi-platinum-selling and 9X GRAMMY® Award-winning band Metallica, will join Gibson’s Mark Agnesi for Kirk Hammett / The Collection: Live at 7 p.m. The live discussion, taking place at Hard Rock Event Center, will offer guests an intimate look into Hammett’s storied music career and celebrate the launch of his new coffee table book, The Collection: Kirk Hammett from Gibson Publishing. Available worldwide on Gibson.com, The Collection: Kirk Hammett takes the deepest-ever dive into the iconic guitars Hammett has rocked on stages with Metallica for over 40 years.
Following the evening’s conversations, Hard Rock Cafe will keep the momentum going at 10 p.m. with Hardwired – The Tribute to Metallica live performance. Hardwired is a premier Metallica Tribute band based in Tampa. The band has become a household name in the Tribute World. In November of 2022, Hardwired had the honor of being invited by none other than Metallica themselves to perform the night before the iconic Zazula Tribute show. The band has also developed and maintained a working relationship with and is fueled by Metallica’s Blackened Whiskey. Hardwired does their best to make you feel like you are at a Metallica show. Performing songs from all eras of Metallica’s iconic Hall of Fame career. With custom Metallica instruments in tow, Stage props and a goal to get everyone out of their seats. It’s always a celebration of life and a love for live music and of course, Metallica.
About Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa
Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa is central Florida’s premier gaming, entertainment, and hospitality destination. Owned by the Seminole Tribe of Florida, the fully integrated AAA Four-Diamond-rated resort features an expansive casino with nearly 5,230 of the hottest slot machines and over 165 table games, including live blackjack, baccarat, craps, roulette, and more. Sports enthusiasts can enjoy the thrill of wagering at dozens of retail sports betting locations, with both electronic kiosks and staffed betting windows. A 46-table Poker Room, smoke-free Mezzanine Level Casino, as well as exclusive High-Limit and VIP areas complete the state-of-the-art gaming options. The luxury resort provides an elevated getaway experience with over 800 smoke-free guest rooms across two hotel towers, a sprawling 60,000-square-foot pool deck boasting three pools and 19 private cabanas, and more premium amenities such as the rejuvenating Rock Spa® & Salon. Guests can indulge in a diverse culinary scene spanning 15 food and beverage offerings, including the award-winning Council Oak Steaks & Seafood, The Rez Grill, Cipresso, and guest favorites Fresh Harvest Buffet and Hard Rock Cafe. Home to world-class entertainment, the resort showcases near-nightly live performances and a 1,500-seat Hard Rock Event Center hosting top-tier entertainers and musicians in an intimate, up-close atmosphere. The brand’s iconic music heritage is celebrated throughout the resort with unique memorabilia and artwork paying homage to some of the world’s most renowned contemporary musical artists. As one of Tampa Bay’s largest employers with nearly 4,300 team members, Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa is conveniently located near the intersection of I-4 and I-75, at North Orient Road and Hillsborough Avenue, just 10 minutes east of downtown Tampa. For more information, please call 866-502-PLAY, visit us online and follow us on Facebook, X and Instagram.
About Hard Rock®
Hard Rock International (HRI) is one of the most globally recognized companies with venues in nearly 75 countries spanning more than 300 locations including owned/licensed or managed Hotels, Casinos, Rock Shops®, Live Performance Venues and Cafes. Beginning with an Eric Clapton guitar, Hard Rock owns the world’s largest and most valuable collection of authentic music memorabilia with more than 88,000 pieces displayed at locations around the globe. The Unity by Hard Rock™ global loyalty program rewards members for doing the things they love across participating properties. In addition, Hard Rock Digital spotlights the sports betting and iGaming experience with products remixed in the spirit of Hard Rock for players worldwide.
HRI has received numerous industry and destination awards across the travel, hospitality, gaming, entertainment and food & beverage sectors. HRI currently holds investment grades from primary investment-grade rating agencies: S&P Global Ratings (BBB-) and Fitch Ratings (BBB). For more information on Hard Rock International, www.hardrock.com or shop.hardrock.com.