The band is slated to perform across North America, Europe, and the UK
Ghost are coming back in a big way.
Next year, the band is returning to the road for an extensive arena tour around the globe. The trek begins on April 15, 2025 at AO Arena in Manchester, UK. The band will perform across Europe and the UK before heading overseas to North America. The second leg of the tour begins in Baltimore, Maryland on July 9 at CFG Bank Arena.
All shows will be phone-free experiences. Phones will be secured in Yondr Pouches, and will remain in fans’ possession during the concert. A limited number of VIP Packages will be available for all dates. Check out the full tour itinerary below.
Ghost’s fifth album Impera arrived last March via Loma Vista Recordings. The record debuted at No. 1 in a sweep of the U.S. album charts, entering the Billboard 200 at No. 2 with first week sales of nearly 70,000. Internationally, Imperabowed at #1 in the band’s native Sweden as well as Germany and Finland, while peaking at No. 2 in the UK, Netherlands, and Belgium, No. 3 in Canada, Australia, and France, and No. 5 in Ireland. The album was produced by Klas Åhlund and mixed by Andy Wallace and features the No. 1 Billboard Rock charting “Call Me Little Sunshine,” and Active Rock #1 radio single “Hunter’s Moon.”
Tickets for the U.S. dates will be available starting with a Citi pre-sale beginning Tuesday, October 29 at 10am local time. The artist presale will begin Tuesday, October 29 at 12pm local time. Additional pre-sales will run throughout the week ahead of the general on-sale beginning Friday, November 1 at 10am local time.
Citi is the official card of the 2025 Ghost World Tour. Citi cardmembers will have access to presale tickets for US markets beginning Tuesday, October 29 at 10am local time until Thursday, October 31 at 10pm local time through the Citi Entertainment program.
Tickets for the EU/UK dates will be available starting with a Mastercard presale in select markets (details below) beginning Tuesday, October 29 at 10am local time. An artist presale will begin Tuesday, October 29 at 12pm local time in all markets. Additional pre-sales will run throughout the week ahead of the general on-sale beginning Thursday, October 31 at 10am in Germany, France, Poland, Spain, Italy, Belgium and at Friday, November 1 at 10am local time in the UK, Portugal, Switzerland, Czech Republic, Netherlands, Denmark, Finland, Sweden, and Norway.
Mastercard cardholders have special access to presale tickets in Belgium, Finland, Sweden, Norway, Italy, France, Netherlands and Denmark. Mastercard Presales start from Tuesday 29th October at 10am local time. Plus, Preferred ticket access to tickets are available in the UK from Friday 1st November 10am local time. Check out priceless.com/music for details.
Tickets for Mexico will be available starting with an artist presale beginning Tuesday, October 29 at 12pm local time. Additional pre-sales will run throughout the week ahead of the general on-sale beginning Monday, November 4 at 11am local time.
Ghost was founded by songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Tobias Forge, who has been the band’s creative driving force. Initially shrouded in mystery, Forge created the character “Papa Emeritus,” a satanic, anti-pope figure who would be the focal point of the band’s performances. Early on, Forge adopted the stage name Papa Emeritus and fronted the band in an elaborate, skeletal pope costume. The rest of the musicians, known as “Nameless Ghouls,” wore identical black robes and silver masks, keeping their identities secret.
In 2010, Ghost released their debut album, Opus Eponymous, which was a critical and underground success. The album featured songs like “Ritual” and “Elizabeth,” blending dark lyrical themes with catchy, melodic rock music. Ghost’s sound at the time drew heavily from classic heavy metal bands like Black Sabbath and Blue Öyster Cult but stood out due to their accessible melodies and retro production style.
Following the success of Opus Eponymous, Ghost began to grow in popularity, and their theatrical stage performances attracted more attention. Their second album, Infestissumam (2013), marked a departure into a more polished and experimental sound, incorporating elements of progressive rock and pop music. The album was well-received and won Sweden’s prestigious Grammis Award for Best Hard Rock/Metal Album.
During this period, the character of Papa Emeritus went through several changes. Forge introduced Papa Emeritus II as the band’s frontman, adding to the mystique and conceptual continuity of the band. With its eerie mix of satanic imagery and a playful, almost pop-oriented sound, Ghost started gaining a larger international fanbase, performing at major festivals and opening for bands like Iron Maiden and Metallica.
Ghost’s third album, Meliora (2015), was a massive critical and commercial success, solidifying their place in the mainstream rock and metal world. The single “Cirice” won a Grammy Award for Best Metal Performance in 2016, marking a significant breakthrough for the band in the U.S. market. This period saw the introduction of a new frontman character, Papa Emeritus III, continuing the tradition of changing personas with each album cycle.
The band’s sound evolved further on Meliora, blending heavier riffs with a more pop-oriented sensibility. Tracks like “He Is” and “From the Pinnacle to the Pit” showcased Forge’s knack for writing anthemic and diverse songs. Ghost’s concerts also became more elaborate, featuring extensive stage sets resembling a gothic cathedral, adding to the band’s dark, theatrical allure.
In 2018, Ghost released their fourth album, Prequelle, which delved into themes of death, plague, and the end of the world, influenced by medieval history. It was fronted by yet another new persona, Cardinal Copia, who later ascended to become Papa Emeritus IV. Prequelle embraced even more diverse musical influences, including elements of pop, synthwave, and progressive rock, with songs like “Rats” and “Dance Macabre” becoming some of the band’s biggest hits.
In 2022, Ghost released Impera, their fifth studio album, which drew inspiration from the rise and fall of empires and the concept of power. The album’s sound continued to blend heavy metal with radio-friendly rock and pop, further broadening Ghost’s appeal. Singles like “Hunter’s Moon” and “Call Me Little Sunshine” demonstrated the band’s ability to create catchy, dark rock anthems. Impera was a commercial success, topping the charts in several countries and receiving widespread critical praise for its ambitious scope and polished production.
Ghost’s live performances have become legendary, featuring ever more elaborate costumes, visuals, and stage setups. The character of Papa Emeritus has remained central to their image, with Tobias Forge’s ability to reinvent the band’s frontman keeping Ghost’s theatrical narrative fresh.
Ghost has often been described as a “gateway” band for fans of hard rock and heavy metal, thanks to their accessible melodies and the balance between dark, satanic themes and catchy, upbeat music. They have drawn comparisons to bands like Alice Cooper and King Diamond for their theatricality, while their sound bridges classic heavy metal and more modern, pop-infused rock.
Though the band’s members have traditionally remained anonymous, Forge’s role as the creative force behind Ghost has become well known. His ability to craft a cohesive, ever-evolving narrative and image, combined with the band’s knack for writing memorable songs, has made Ghost one of the most successful and unique rock bands of the 21st century.
With their unmistakable blend of dark imagery, theatrical performances, and infectious music, Ghost has carved out a distinct niche in the rock and metal world. Their consistent reinvention, ambitious concept albums, and engaging live shows have earned them a dedicated following, while their influence continues to grow across a variety of musical genres. As they push the boundaries of rock theatrics and musical styles, Ghost’s place in rock history seems increasingly secure.
April 15 – Manchester, UK – AO Arena
April 16 – Glasgow, UK – OVO Hydro
April 19 – London, UK – The O2
April 20 – Birmingham, UK – Utilita Arena
April 22 – Antwerp, BE – Sportpaleis
April 23 – Frankfurt, DE – Festhalle Frankfurt
April 24 – Munich, DE – Olympiahalle
April 26 – Lyon, FR – LDLC Arena
April 27 – Toulouse, FR – Zénith Toulouse Métropole
April 29 – Lisbon, PT – MEO Arena
April 30 – Madrid, ES – Palacio Vistalegre
May 3 – Zürich, CH – Hallenstadion Zürich
May 4 – Milan, IT – Unipol Forum
May 7 – Berlin, DE – Uber Arena
May 8 – Amsterdam, NL – Ziggo Dome
May 10 – Lodz, PL – Atlas Arena
May 11 – Prague, CZ – O2 Arena
May 13 – Paris, FR – Accor Arena
May 14 – Oberhausen, DE – Rudolf Weber-ARENA
May 15 – Hannover, DE – ZAG Arena
May 17 – Copenhagen, DK – Royal Arena
May 20 – Tampere, FI – Nokia Arena
May 22 – Linköping, SE – Saab Arena
May 23 – Sandviken, SE – Göransson Arena
May 24 – Oslo, NO – Oslo Spektrum
July 9 – Baltimore, MD – CFG Bank Arena
July 11 – Atlanta, GA – State Farm Arena
July 12 – Tampa, FL – Amalie Arena
July 13 – Miami, FL – Kaseya Center
July 15 – Raleigh, NC – Lenovo Center
July 17 – Cleveland, OH – Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse
July 18 – Pittsburgh, PA – PPG Paints Arena
July 19 – Philadelphia, PA – Wells Fargo Center
July 21 – Boston, MA – TD Garden
July 22 – New York, NY – Madison Square Garden
July 24 – Detroit, MI – Little Caesars Arena
July 25 – Louisville, KY – KFC Yum! Center
July 26 – Nashville, TN – Bridgestone Arena
July 28 – Grand Rapids, MI – Van Andel Arena
July 29 – Milwaukee, WI – Fiserv Forum
July 30 – St. Louis, MO – Enterprise Center
August 1 – Rosemont, IL – Allstate Arena
August 2 – Saint Paul, MN – Xcel Energy Center
August 3 – Omaha, NE – CHI Health Center
August 5 – Kansas City, MO – T-Mobile Center
August 7 – Denver, CO – Ball Arena
August 9 – Las Vegas, NV – MGM Grand Garden Arena
August 10 – San Diego, CA – Viejas Arena
August 11 – Phoenix, AZ – Footprint Center
August 14 – Austin, TX – Moody Center
August 15 – Fort Worth, TX – Dickies Arena
August 16 – Houston, TX – Toyota Center
September 24 – Mexico City, MX – Palacio de los Deportes
Tickets and VIP Packages will be available HERE