Metallica have announced that fans will vote to create the setlist for the band’s 2014 summer shows in Europe.
“As we embark on two short treks through Europe, we're going to give you, the ticket holders, the chance to vote on what songs you would like to hear at the show(s) that you attend,” posted Metallica. “It will be pretty simple... pick up your ticket(s) online and you'll receive an e-mail shortly after with a code and a link to a site on which you may cast your ballot.”
“We normally play around 18 songs a night, and since we didn't want to be left out of the fun, the band also gets to vote . . . and we vote for a NEW SONG!,” added the group. “That leaves the other 17 slots for you to choose, so vote for all your favorites from the close to 140 songs we've recorded in our career and to make it more fun along the way, you'll be able to follow what you and your fellow fans are selecting by watching the site for continuous results.”
As part of the news, Metallica announced the first three dates of their 2014 European tour, which include performances at Sonisphere Germany, Rock Am Ring and Rock Im Park early next June.
Metallica
2014 European tour
Jun 4 – Imtech Arena, Sonisphere - Hamburg, Germany (on sale Nov 29 at 11:00 AM local)
Jun 5-8 – Rock Am Ring - Nürburgring, Germany (on sale Nov 27 at 9:00 AM local)
Jun 6-9 – Rock Im Park - Nürnberg, Germany (on sale Nov 27 at 9:00 AM local)
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