Author | Lightnews

70000TONS OF METAL @70000tons.bsky.social · 1d

In just 100 DAYS, the mayhem begins.

This isn't any ordinary vacation, this is #70000TONS OF METAL, The Original, The World's Biggest Heavy #MetalCruise!

Don't miss the boat!

Photo Credit: Mihaela Petrescu

#MetalSky

1 5

70000TONS OF METAL @70000tons.bsky.social · 13d

#SOON you’ll be surrounded by fellow metalheads watching your favorite bands tear it up on the Pool Deck Stage, The World’s Biggest Open Air Stage Structure to Ever Sail the Open Seas!

Which bands are you most pumped to see so far?

Photo Credit: © Thierry Fournier

#70000TONS

1

70000TONS OF METAL @70000tons.bsky.social · 14d

That unbeatable moment when you step onboard for #70000TONS OF METAL and realize you’re about to experience the ultimate Heavy Metal vacation of a lifetime!

Are you starting to feel the excitement?!

Photo Credit: Mihaela Petrescu

#MetalSky #MetalCruise

2

70000TONS OF METAL @70000tons.bsky.social · 16d

The time onboard #70000TONS OF METAL is the time to get crazy with other Sailors!

Looking forward to being part of it?

Photo Credits: Mihaela Petrescu

#MetalCruise #MetalSky

3

70000TONS OF METAL @70000tons.bsky.social · 19d

Crank up the heat! Nothing beats rockin' in the hot tub on #70000TONS OF METAL!

Ready to catch your favorite bands from the ultimate chill zone?

Photo Credit: Michael Jagla

#MetalSky

5

70000TONS OF METAL @70000tons.bsky.social · 21d

The October 2025 #70000TONS OF METAL Calendar is here!

Visit bit.ly/70000TONSCalendar to download your desktop or mobile calendar wallpaper, and don't forget to check back every month for an updated calendar!

Photo credit: Gonzalo Pozo

#MetalCruise #BLINDGUARDIAN #MetalSky

3

70000TONS OF METAL @70000tons.bsky.social · 22d

Please welcome #VBO, the brainchild of #WINDROSE frontman #FrancescoCavalieri and electronic maverick #SimoneGiusti, joining us onboard for #70000TONS OF METAL 2026, The Original, The World's Biggest Heavy #MetalCruise!

Beyond the mist, another band “A”waits...

#MetalSky

1

70000TONS OF METAL @70000tons.bsky.social · 23d

Sailors - In just 4 MONTHS, prepare for an unforgettable Heavy Metal Vacation onboard the Freedom of the Seas for #70000TONS OF METAL 2026 The Original, The World's Biggest Heavy #MetalCruise!

Photo Credit: Gonzalo Pozo

#INEXTREMO #Metalsky

3

70000TONS OF METAL @70000tons.bsky.social · 26d

#INSOMNIUM has something special planned for us on our 2026 sailing! One of their two sets on board will be entirely fan-voted!

Head down to the Poll in our Official Forum to cast your votes!: 70000tons.com/forum/viewto...

#70000TONS #MetalCruise #MetalSky

⭐ INSOMNIUM Setlist Vote - 70000TONS OF METAL OFFICIAL FORUM

70000tons.com

1 6

70000TONS OF METAL @70000tons.bsky.social · 27d

Sailors, please welcome Gods Of Fire, #IGNEA , as they light the Black Flame onboard #70000TONS OF METAL 2026!

Something "V"ibrant is coming to dock.

#MetalSky

1 5

70000TONS OF METAL @70000tons.bsky.social · 27d

Who could that be, There Beyond The Fog...? Why, it's #ARKONA!

Sailors, please join us in giving them a warm welcome onboard for #70000TONS OF METAL 2026!

Get ready for some "I"nsanity at Sea!

#MetalSky

1 3

70000TONS OF METAL @70000tons.bsky.social · Sep 10

Please welcome #PARADISELOST onboard for #70000TONS OF METAL 2026!

Get ready to cast your votes for a fan-forged setlist! Information on how and when the voting will take place will be revealed #SOON

Adventure’s calling — will you "A"nswer?

#MetalSky

4

70000TONS OF METAL @70000tons.bsky.social · Sep 8

Please welcome #CEMETERYSKYLINE onboard for #70000TONS OF METAL 2026, The Original, The World's Biggest Heavy #MetalCruise!

#DARKTRANQUILLITY #THEHALOEFFECT #OMNIUMGATHERUM #INSOMNIUM #IAMTHENIGHT #AMORPHIS #WITCHERY #DIMMUBORGIR #SENTENCED

Beyond the fog lies a forgotten "P"lace.

#MetalSky

4

70000TONS OF METAL @70000tons.bsky.social · Sep 2

Sailors, Break Your Chains and give a thunderous welcome as #ROYALHUNT joins us onboard for #70000TONS OF METAL 2026!

Spots onboard this floating Metal paradise are Here Today, Gone Tomorrow – don’t miss the boat!

Ready to "C"onquer the Sea?

#MetalSky

4

70000TONS OF METAL @70000tons.bsky.social · Aug 31

The September 2025 #70000TONS OF METAL Calendar is here!

Visit bit.ly/70000TONSCalendar to download your desktop or mobile calendar wallpaper, and don't forget to check back every month for an updated calendar!

Photo credit: Jens Hecker

#MetalCruise #MetalSky

1 4

70000TONS OF METAL @70000tons.bsky.social · Aug 29

5 MONTHS to go until #70000TONS OF METAL 2026, The Original, The World's Biggest Heavy #MetalCruise!

Photo Credit: Derek Carr

#Metalsky

4

70000TONS OF METAL @70000tons.bsky.social · Aug 28

A compelling force summons us to Enter The Void.. where Beyond The Obsidian Veil, a luminous glow shines In The Darkness.

#ILLUMISHADE is set to ignite the stage on board for #70000TONS OF METAL 2026!

Let's "R"aise the volume some more, shall we?

#MetalSky

4

70000TONS OF METAL @70000tons.bsky.social · Aug 26

Strange Gateways Beckon...

Please welcome #TRIBULATION onboard for #70000TONS OF METAL 2026, The Original, The World's Biggest Heavy #MetalCruise.

Are you ready to step "I"nto the unknown?

#MetalSky

1 3

70000TONS OF METAL @70000tons.bsky.social · Aug 26

More Black Metal, you say?

Let us then venture Ins Niemandsland... and welcome #KANONENFIEBER to the ranks onboard The Original, The World's Biggest Heavy #MetalCruise for #70000TONS OF METAL 2026!

We have crossed oceans of "T"ime to reach this next act

#MetalSky

1 2

70000TONS OF METAL @70000tons.bsky.social · Aug 21

#IZEGRIM will leave you Lost In Tranquility onboard #70000TONS OF METAL 2026.

Prepare to celebrate the band's reunion and 30th anniversary with the first two shows ever after the hiatus - it's going to be epic!

The battle calls — prepare for “K”ombat!

#MetalSky

5

70000TONS OF METAL @70000tons.bsky.social · Aug 20

Stay Paws-itive — your Booking Confirmations are on the way!

A huge thank you to everyone who submitted a Booking Request for #70000TONS OF METAL 2026!

We can't wait to welcome you on board The Original, The World's Biggest Heavy #MetalCruise!

#MetalSky

5

70000TONS OF METAL @70000tons.bsky.social · Aug 19

ATTENTION SAILORS!
Only a few more hours until you can secure your tickets for 70000TONS OF METAL 2026, The Original, The World's Biggest Heavy #MetalCruise!
Make sure you don't miss out!

Our Public Sales start today at 12:00 PM EDT (9:00 AM PDT / 18:00 CEST).
Don't miss the boat!
#MetalSky

4

70000TONS OF METAL @70000tons.bsky.social · Aug 18

Sailors, Ask & You Shall Receive – #BLOODREDHOURGLASS joins us onboard #70000TONS OF METAL 2026, The Original, The World's Biggest Heavy #MetalCruise as we ride the Waves Of Black along Where The Oceans Burn.

Public Sales is "i"ncoming tomorrow, make sure you don't miss the boat!

#MetalSky

2

70000TONS OF METAL @70000tons.bsky.social · Aug 15

Something is Awakening from within The Arcane Darkness...

#DARKANE emerges to join the Chase For Existence onboard #70000TONS OF METAL 2026, The Original, The World's Biggest Heavy #MetalCruise!

When the last grain of sand falls, the next “B”and shall be revealed.

#MetalSky

5

70000TONS OF METAL @70000tons.bsky.social · Aug 13

The warriors of #DRAGONLAND have joined our legendary journey for #70000TONS OF METAL 2026, The Original, The World's Biggest Heavy #MetalCruise!

A mysterious presence lurks in the “D”ark...

#MetalSky

4