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METALLICA: 'We're Still Traveling To Christchurch'

September 13, 2010

METALLICA has posted a message on its web site reassuring fans that the band's two sold-out shows this month in Christchurch, New Zealand will proceed as scheduled despite the earthquakes which hit the city on September 4. The group said, "We're still traveling to Christchurch . . . hope to see YOU there!

"We're in route to Melbourne and we're psyched about getting out there and getting amongst it again.

"We kinda make it a policy here to not respond to rumors and speculation. However, the recent magnitude 7.2 earthquake in Christchurch, New Zealand is certainly a unique situation and we are aware that there have been various reports that we would not make it there.

"Well, we're coming. Full bore.

"Between working through European volcanic ash clouds last April (and not missing any shows...) and living in California most of our lives, we are no strangers to the effects of natural disasters and our hearts go out to those of you affected by this major tremor. What we can and will do is what we always do — come and play, give 110%, and 'rock the house' (!!) in our own unique way for the two nights we're in Christchurch.

"We're looking forward to our fall in Australia and New Zealand... it's just beginning!!"

METALLICA is slated to play the 9,000-capacity CBS Canterbury Arena (formerly known as Westpac Arena) in Christchurch on September 21 and September 22 with support from FEAR FACTORY and THE SWORD.

According to Billboard.com, Bryan Pearson, CEO of locally-based management company Vbase, said in a memo to clients that it does not appear that either its 50,000-capacity AMI Stadium or CBS Canterbury Arena have sustained structural damage.

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