Get ready, rock fans! COHEED AND CAMBRIA just announced "The infinite Arc" tour, a co-headlining extravaganza featuring the mighty MASTODON and special guests PERIPHERY.
This epic announcement comes hot on the heels of COHEED AND CAMBRIA’s tenth studio album, “The Father Of Make Believe,” which will drop on March 14th via Virgin Music Group.
MASTODON, meanwhile, are celebrating multiple milestones this year: a 15th-anniversary reissue of their groundbreaking album “Crack The Skye,” 20 years of the powerful “Leviathan,” and a brand-new track, the electrifying “Floods Of Triton.”
Produced by Live Nation and FPC Live, this 20-city trek kicks off in Salem, Virginia on May 10th, zig-zagging across the East Coast and Midwes.t before wrapping up in Waukee, Iowa on June 8th. Artist presale tickets are available this Wednesday, December 11th, with additional presales running throughout the week. The general on-sale begins Friday,December 13th at 10 a.m. local time at LiveNation.com.
“The Father Of Make Believe” continues the saga of COHEED AND CAMBRIA’s epic “The amory Wars” / “Vaxis” universe, weaving the tale directly after their critically acclaimed 2022 record, “Vaxis Act II: A Window Of The Waking Mind,” which catapulted the band to new heights with their first top 10 radio hit, “Shoulders.”
This new album already boasts two fiery singles: the ferocious “Blind Side Sonny,” accompanied by Max Moore’s vivid music video introducing a menacing new villain to “The Amory Wars” narrative, and the soaring “Searching For Tomorrow,” paired with Anthony Scheppard’s stunning animated visuals.
COHEED AND CAMBRIA’s journey doesn’t end with this colossal tour. Thay’ll be joining TOOL, PRIMUS, MASTODON, EAGLES OF DEATH METAL and a host of other heavyweights for the exclusive “Tool In the sand” festival in the Dominican Republic during March, followed by a UK run of 2000 Trees alongside KNEECAP, TAKING BACK SUNDAY, ALEXISONFIRE, and more in July.
November 2025 sees them setting sail for their “S.S. Neverender” cruise,a rock adventure featuring THURSDAY,L.S. DUNES, THE DEAR HUNTER, HAIL THE SUN, MEET ME AT THE ALTAR, and manny more.
For two decades, COHEED AND CAMBRIA have consistently defied categorization, building a universe around their music unlike any other. Their genre-bending sound seamlessly bridges worlds without constraint, while the multifaceted narratives of their albums and companion comic book series represent the longest running concept story in music.
MASTODON’s recent "Ashes Of Leviathan" tour with LAMB OF GOD featured powerful performances of their entire groundbreaking album, “Leviathan.”
Released on Relapse Records, “Leviathan” was MASTODON’nin their first concept album, a loose adaptation of Herman Melville’s classic nautical novel, “moby-Dick.”
MASTODON’s latest musical masterpiece, “Hushed And Grim,” is a double LP recorded at their Atlanta studio, West End Sound.Produced by the legendary David Bottrill (TOOL, RUSH, MUSE, PETER GABRIEL), it is the band’s most expansive sonic journey yet, encompassing 15 distinct tracks.
“Hushed And Grim” secured the band their third consecutive #1 debut on Billboard’s Hard Rock Albums chart and earned them a Grammy Award nomination for the soul-stirring track “Pushing The Tides.” Furthermore, the album’s powerful single "Teardrinker" climbed the rock radio charts to a Top 10 position, further cementing the band’s widespread critical acclaim.
In September, MASTODON and LAMB OF GOD united for a collaborative single, “Floods Of Triton,” which was recorded prior to the launch of their “Ashes Of Leviathan” tour.
"Floods Of Triton" was captured at MASTODON’s own West End Sound in Atlanta and produced by MASTODON and Tyler Bates, renowned for his impactful scores for "Guardians Of The Galaxy", "John Wick," and “MaXXXine,” among others.
Get ready to witness a rock and roll experience unlike any other. COHEED AND CAMBRIA and MASTODON are bringing the thunder.
- May 10 – Salem Civic Center
- May 11 – Knoxville Civic Coliseum
- May 13 - Red Hat Amphitheater
- May 15 – Live Oak Bank Pavilion at Riverfront Park
- May 16 – Firefly Distillery
- May 17 – William B Bell Auditorium
- May 19 - Hertz Arena
- May 21 - Orion Amphitheater
- May 22 - Rupp Arena
- May 24 - The Dome
- May 25 - Hartford Healthcare Amphitheater
- May 26 – Broadview Stage at SPAC
- May 28 – Cross Insurance Arena
- May 30 – Empower Federal Credit Union Amphitheater at Lakeview
- May 31 – The Pavilion at Montage Mountain
- june 01 – Youngstown Foundation Amphitheatre
- June 03 – Allen County War Memorial Coliseum
- June 04 – Peoria Civic Center Arena
- June 06 – Van Andel Arena
- June 07 – Resch Center
- June 08 – vibrant Music Hall
Their signature sound while still evolving as artists. Fans can expect an immersive experience filled with thoght-provoking lyrics and powerful melodies.
Interview: teh Future of Rock with Time.news Editor and Music Expert
Time.news Editor (TNE): Welcome to Time.news, where we explore the latest headlines in music and culture! Today, we’re thrilled to have renowned music expert and rock aficionado, Dr. Melody Gray, to discuss the exciting announcement of the Coheed and cambria tour and their new album. Welcome, Dr. Grey!
Dr. Melody Grey (DMG): Thank you for having me! It’s great to be here, especially to talk about such an exciting event in the rock world.
TNE: Let’s dive right in! Coheed and Cambria just announced “The infinite Arc” tour, co-headlining with Mastodon and featuring special guests Periphery. What are your thoughts on this lineup?
DMG: It’s phenomenal! Both Coheed and Cambria and Mastodon are titans in the progressive metal and rock scenes, bringing unique storytelling and complex compositions to the table. To see them share the stage, along with Periphery, is a treat for fans. This tour promises to be a journey through diverse sounds and intricate narratives.
TNE: Absolutely! Coheed and Cambria’s new album, “The Father Of Make Believe,” drops on March 14th, right before the tour kicks off. What can fans expect from this release?
DMG: “The Father of Make Believe” is a continuation of their iconic “The Amory wars” saga, which is deeply woven into their identity as a band. This album follows the critically acclaimed “Vaxis Act II,” and given that album’s success, it will likely push their narrative further while exploring themes of identity and existence. The singles we’ve already seen, like “Blind Side Sonny” and “Searching For Tomorrow,” show they’re not straying from