Guns N' Roses Establish a New Record with the Most Attendee Walk-outs at a Concert
The Wacken Open Air, one of the largest heavy metal festivals worldwide, is set to return in 2025 with an impressive lineup. Among the acts gracing the stage will be Gojira, Papa Roach, Guns N' Roses, and Machine Head.
Taking place from July 29 to August 2, 2025, in the North German Plain, the festival will see Gojira perform on July 29. Papa Roach will also take the stage during the same period, with the exact dates yet to be announced.
Guns N' Roses, who were the headliners for the festival, performed on Thursday evening, setting a record for the longest show in the history of Wacken Open Air. The show started around 8:35 PM and ended just before midnight, treating fans to a memorable experience.
Axl Rose, the lead vocalist of Guns N' Roses, paid tribute to heavy metal legend Ozzy Osbourne by performing "Sabbath Bloody Sabbath" and "Never Say Die!" – songs originally by Osbourne's band Black Sabbath. Rose dedicated the performance to Osbourne, saying, "We're all here because of you."
The Wacken Open Air has been a staple in the metal music scene since 1990, hosting significant performances from acts such as Iron Maiden, Judas Priest, and Ozzy Osbourne himself. This year's event promises to continue that tradition, with Gojira, Papa Roach, Guns N' Roses, and Machine Head joining the ranks of metal legends who have graced the stage.
For those attending the festival, the official Wacken Open Air website and app will provide detailed running orders and stage schedules, allowing fans to plan their personalised experiences.
As the countdown to Wacken Open Air 2025 begins, metalheads from around the world are eagerly anticipating another unforgettable event in the heart of the North German Plain.
In 2025, music enthusiasts can expect an array of entertainment at the Wacken Open Air, including performances by Gojira and Papa Roach, adding to the festival's rich history of metal music. Despite the exact dates for Papa Roach's set yet to be announced, fans are already looking forward to this unforgettable event, promised to be another staple in the metal music scene.
