GLOBAL SUPERSTARS AND POP CULTURE PHENOMENA HEADING TO TONS OF ROCK!

Today we’re kicking off day one of a massive artist announcement featuring global phenomenon YUNGBLUD, punk rock legends The Offspring, the uncompromising A Perfect Circle, Rage Against the Machine founder Tom Morello, and Japan’s groundbreaking BABYMETAL.

A global sensation on Norwegian soil

He’s a worldwide phenomenon — a symbol of freedom, unity, and rebellion.British artist YUNGBLUD (Dominic Harrison) has, in record time, gone from underground cult figure to the voice of an entire generation.With an explosive mix of punk, pop, hip-hop, and electronica, he’s created his own limitless and deeply human universe. Millions of fans follow him across the globe, and his U.S. tour sold out in seconds.

Punk rock’s eternal energy bomb

They gave us the sound of the 90s rebellion with hits like Self Esteem, Come Out and Play, and Pretty Fly (for a White Guy). The Offspring cemented their place in rock history as one of the most influential punk bands of all time.From the underground scene in California to international superstardom, Dexter Holland and Noodles have always delivered punk packed with attitude and humor.

A Perfect Circle – art, emotion, and power

Led by Maynard James Keenan (Tool) and Billy Howerdel, A Perfect Circle has, since their 1999 debut, continually redefined what rock can be.With albums like Mer de Noms, Thirteenth Step, and Eat the Elephant, they’ve crafted music that bridges the brutally dark with the delicately beautiful. A band. A work of art. An experience.
This will be a moment of pure magic at Ekebergsletta — and a consolation for everyone who missed out on TOOL’s sold-out performance at Tons of Rock 2024.

A guitar revolution at Ekeberg!

Few guitarists have changed rock the way Tom Morello has. Through his work with Rage Against the Machine and Audioslave, and most recently as musical director for Ozzy Osbourne’s tribute concert, Morello has redefined what a riff can be and what music can stand for. His distinctive playing style has made him nothing short of a living legend.

BABYMETAL – where metal meets magic

Japan’s BABYMETAL have taken the world by storm with their distinctive fusion of metal, pop, and visual spectacle. They’ve headlined Wembley, topped the Billboard charts, and in 2026 they’ll finally take the stage at Tons of Rock. Expect a show that will shock, seduce, and thrill,  all at once.

A stellar lineup of rock and metal

These five giants will be joined by a lineup of legendary and uncompromising artists, making up a truly world-class bill.From Danish rock veterans D-A-D and Brazilian thrash pioneers Cavalera, performing the iconic Chaos A.D. album by Sepultura, to The Pretty Reckless, Black Label Society, Apocalyptica, Death To All, Audrey Horne, Elder, Gatecreeper, and Gaerea – Tons of Rock 2026 spans the entire rock spectrum, from melodic anthems to extreme metal.