Amy Lee of Evanescence recently discussed the band’s upcoming stadium tour supporting Metallica in Australia and New Zealand. She shared her confidence and strategy for the shows in an interview with 93X.
The Evanescence frontwoman expressed her excitement about the tour. She also acknowledged the unique challenges of performing for Metallica’s dedicated fanbase.
“I’m not scared at all. But it is our first stadium tour,” Lee said. “We’ve done shows that big, the venues we’re playing, but it’s usually in the context of a festival. It’s a lot of bands, so we’re not responsible for carrying more than like our portion of the weight and [these will be] Metallica shows, so fans are gonna be stoked.”
Lee demonstrated her understanding of the audience dynamics and her strategic approach to winning over the crowd.
“But at the same time, I know how those fans can be. I’ve been in this game for a while,” she continued. “I know what it is. I know what I’ve gotta bring. I know what not to play. [Laughs] So, we’re just gonna bring it and have a blast.”
The singer also highlighted the personal significance of the tour, particularly for bassist Emma Anzai.
“We’re really excited. That’s a big bucket list thing as well,” Lee said. “I’m actually really excited because Emma [Anzai, Evanescence bassist], she’s from Australia — I mean, New Zealand, Australia, both — and we get to go to both. So I’m just excited for her also in a special way that’s, like, ‘Man, that’s so badass.’ You get to come back and be, like, whatever, ‘I’m opening for Metallica tonight.'”
This upcoming tour represents a significant milestone in Evanescence’s career trajectory. It comes at a time when the band continues to evolve both musically and professionally.
AXS TV reported that the tour marks a period of creative momentum for Evanescence as they prepare to release their next studio album early in 2026. This upcoming release continues the band’s creative evolution. Lee described their approach as adapting to modern music trends while actively engaging fans with timely releases.
The collaboration with Metallica also highlights Evanescence’s established position within the rock community. Blabbermouth noted that despite the close tour association, Lee has clarified she is not collaborating with Metallica on any recordings. This dispels rumors about studio collaborations that had circulated previously among fans.
Evanescence’s recent partnerships extend beyond this Metallica tour. They demonstrate the band’s ongoing relevance in the rock scene. The band has maintained connections with other major acts, including collaborations with artists like My Chemical Romance and K.Flay. These partnerships underscore their continued influence and networking within the broader rock community.
The Australian and New Zealand dates represent more than just another tour stop for the band. With bassist Emma Anzai’s personal connection to the region, the shows carry additional emotional weight. This makes the Metallica support slot particularly meaningful for the entire Evanescence lineup as they prepare to take their music to stadium-sized audiences for the first time as a headlining act.
