Metallica Ends M72 Tour with Ozzy Tribute in London

Metallica concluded their expansive M72 World Tour in London on Sunday, July 5, with a performance that included a poignant tribute to the late Ozzy Osbourne and the original lineup of Black Sabbath. The tribute occurred during the band's traditional "Kirk and Rob Doodle" segment, where guitarist Kirk Hammett and bassist Robert Trujillo performed a mashup of Black Sabbath's "Electric Funeral" and the Sex Pistols' "Holiday in the Sun."

The moment held special significance as it marked the one-year anniversary of the "Back to the Beginning" farewell concert, held on July 5, 2025, which was the final live performance by Black Sabbath with Osbourne. The iconic frontman died less than three weeks later on July 22, 2025. During the London show, Trujillo addressed the crowd, noting the anniversary and displaying a sign that read, "Do It For Ozzy." He dedicated the performance to Osbourne, stating they loved and missed him.

The Sunday concert was the second of two "No Repeat Weekend" shows at London Stadium, following a performance on Friday, July 3. The tour finale's setlist featured a range of the band's classics and staples, opening with "Whiplash" and including tracks like "For Whom...