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Metallica’s second Phoenix show on Sept. 3 has been postponed. Here’s why

The final installment of Metallica's weekend of Glendale concerts won't be happening on Sunday.
By Jennifer GoldbergSeptember 2, 2023
Metallica's second show this weekend has been postponed.

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The second night of Metallica’s Glendale shows at State Farm stadium has been postponed.

The Sept. 3 show was canceled Saturday afternoon because lead singer James Hetfield has tested positive for COVID-19.

A statement on social media reads, “We’re very sorry to report that tomorrow’s scheduled M72 date at State Farm Stadium has been postponed to Saturday, September 9, 2023, as, unfortunately, COVID has caught up with James. We’re extremely disappointed and regret any inconvenience this has caused you; we look forward to returning to complete the M72 No Repeat Weekend in Glendale next Saturday.”

All tickets for Sunday will be honored at the Sept. 9 show. For more information, including refund details, visit the SeatGeek website.

Although the concert has been postponed, all of the M72 Weekend Takeover events, such as related concerts and the pop-up shop, are still occurring as scheduled.

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Jennifer Goldberg is the Senior Editor of Culture at Phoenix New Times. She joined the New Times staff in February 2016. In her role, Jennifer writes and publishes profiles of both local and regional musicians, previews upcoming performances and provides guides on the best of Phoenix’s entertainment scene. She also oversees the Best of Phoenix. Jennifer previously worked for Jewish News of Greater Phoenix. During her career, Jennifer has received awards from the Arizona Press Club, the Arizona Newspaper Association and the American Jewish Press Association. She holds a bachelor’s of arts in English from Arizona State University.

jennifer.goldberg@newtimes.com
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