Legendary heavy metal titans Metallica delivered a seismic performance at Etihad Park on Saturday, December 6th, headlining the Emirates NBD After-Race Concert during the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix weekend. The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees unleashed their signature sonic assault before thousands of exhilarated fans, showcasing the raw power that has defined their decades-long career.
The iconic band stormed the stage with an explosive opening performance of ‘Creeping Death,’ immediately captivating the audience with their formidable stage presence. Their meticulously curated setlist featured monumental tracks including ‘The Memory Remains,’ the emotionally charged ‘One,’ and the universally beloved anthem ‘Nothing Else Matters.’ The performance culminated with the thunderous rhythms of ‘Enter Sandman,’ transforming the venue into a massive, head-banging celebration that echoed throughout Yas Marina Circuit.
This landmark appearance marked Metallica’s triumphant return to the Yasalam concert series presented by e&, occurring over twelve years after their previous headline performance at the 2013 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. The four-night entertainment spectacle concludes with global pop phenomenon Katy Perry scheduled to perform the final show on Sunday, December 7th, bringing the Formula 1 season finale to a spectacular close.
Now in its seventeenth edition, the Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix has solidified its position as a premier destination on the international motorsport calendar. The event has gained particular acclaim for its innovative day-to-night racing format since becoming the season finale in 2014. The 2024 iteration achieved record-breaking attendance with 192,000 spectators, demonstrating the event’s growing prestige and its successful combination of world-class racing with unparalleled entertainment experiences.