Giovana Gelhoren
Updated on: October 12, 2024 2:53 pm GMT
Multi-platinum, Grammy Award-winning band Deftones have announced an exciting North American tour for early 2025, promising a series of high-energy performances across the country. This tour marks the band’s first headline tour since 2022 and will feature special guests The Mars Volta and Fleshwater. Fans can expect an unforgettable experience at some of the most renowned venues in the United States.
Tour Highlights and Schedule
The Deftones tour kicks off on February 25, 2025, at the Moda Center in Portland, Oregon, and wraps up on April 8 at TD Garden in Boston, Massachusetts. In total, the tour will hit 22 cities, showcasing Deftones’ incredible live energy at various iconic arenas.
- February 25 – Portland, OR @ Moda Center
- February 27 – Seattle, WA @ Climate Pledge Arena
- March 1 – Sacramento, CA @ Golden 1 Center
- March 4 – San Francisco, CA @ Chase Center
- March 6 – Inglewood, CA @ Kia Forum
- March 8 – Las Vegas, NV @ MGM Grand Garden Arena
- March 9 – Phoenix, AZ @ Footprint Center
- March 12 – Austin, TX @ Moody Center
- March 13 – San Antonio, TX @ Frost Bank Center
- March 15 – Dallas, TX @ American Airlines Center
- March 16 – Houston, TX @ Toyota Center
- March 18 – Atlanta, GA @ State Farm Arena
- March 20 – Orlando, FL @ Kia Center
- March 22 – Sunrise, FL @ Amerant Bank Arena
- March 24 – Charlotte, NC @ Spectrum Center
- March 26 – Nashville, TN @ Bridgestone Arena
- March 28 – Indianapolis, IN @ Gainbridge Fieldhouse
- March 29 – Columbus, OH @ Nationwide Arena
- March 31 – Chicago, IL @ United Center
- April 1 – Detroit, MI @ Little Caesars Arena
- April 3 – New York, NY @ Madison Square Garden
- April 4 – Philadelphia, PA @ Wells Fargo Center
- April 6 – Washington, DC @ Capital One Arena
- April 8 – Boston, MA @ TD Garden
Ticket Information
Fans eager to catch the unique collaboration of Deftones, The Mars Volta, and Fleshwater can start purchasing tickets during the presale, which begins on September 18 at 10 a.m. local time. This exclusive presale will last until September 19 at 11:59 p.m. local time. Following this, additional presales will occur throughout the week, leading to the general sale that kicks off on September 20 at 10 a.m. local time on LiveNation.com.
Recent Achievements and Upcoming Performances
The 2025 tour announcement follows a remarkable year for Deftones. They delivered stellar performances at popular music events like Coachella, Primavera Sound, and Lollapalooza. Additionally, the band participated in a massive concert alongside System of a Down, which attracted 50,000 fans at Golden Gate Park.
Looking ahead, Deftones will host their fifth annual sold-out Dia De Los Deftones festival at Petco Park in San Diego, California, on November 2, 2023. This all-ages event will feature an exciting lineup, including IDLES, Sunny Day Real Estate, HEALTH, and many more.
New Music on the Horizon
Alongside their tour announcement, Deftones have also been busy in the studio. The band recently completed recording all the music for their forthcoming album. Guitarist Stephen Carpenter spoke about their work during an episode of the “Gnostic Academy” podcast, confirming collaboration with producer Nick Raskulinecz. This will be their third partnership, having previously worked together on 2010’s Diamond Eyes and 2012’s Koi No Yokan.
Band Lineup
Since their last tour, Deftones welcomed new touring bassist Fred Sablan, who replaces former member Sergio Vega. Sablan, known for his work with Marilyn Manson, joined the band’s live performances beginning in April 2022. He has also collaborated with other notable artists, including Chelsea Wolfe and Peter Hook.
Additionally, second guitarist Lance Jackman has joined the lineup, enhancing the band’s rich sound.
Conclusion
Deftones is going on an exciting North American tour in 2025! They will share the stage with The Mars Volta and Fleshwater, making it a great show for fans. With lots of performances planned and new music coming soon, there’s so much to look forward to. This is a fantastic chance to see Deftones as they keep changing the rock music scene!
