GHOST frontman Tobias Forge has revealed details about the ambitious production for the band's Skeletour, launching January 21 in Orlando. The theatrical metal act promises enhanced pyrotechnics, a completely revamped lighting rig, and new stage elements never before seen at a GHOST show. The North American leg runs through mid-March hitting major arenas across the continent. Forge also confirmed that the PET SHOP BOYS cover "It's a Sin" will be released on streaming platforms during the tour. Several dates have already sold out as demand continues to surge.
GHOST have become one of the most visually spectacular live acts in modern metal, and the Skeletour promises to raise the bar even further. Forge, who conceptualizes every aspect of GHOST's presentation from the elaborate costumes to the between-song theatrical interludes, has been working with a new production design team to create what he describes as the most immersive visual experience the band has ever staged. The upgraded pyrotechnics will include effects specifically choreographed to individual songs, creating a synchronized audio-visual experience that blurs the line between concert and theatrical performance.
The confirmation that GHOST will release their cover of PET SHOP BOYS' "It's a Sin" during the tour adds another layer of anticipation. GHOST have a well-documented history of delivering inspired cover versions, transforming songs from ABBA, ROKY ERICKSON, METALLICA, and others into distinctly GHOST compositions that honor the originals while stamping them with the band's unmistakable identity. The choice of PET SHOP BOYS signals Forge's continued interest in drawing from outside the metal canon for creative inspiration.
The Skeletour follows the massive commercial and critical success of GHOST's most recent album cycle, which cemented the band's position as one of the biggest metal acts on the planet. Arena shows across North America are selling at a pace that rivals the biggest names in rock, and the production investment reflects a band operating at the highest level of the touring industry. For fans who have followed GHOST from their early club days, the scale of the Skeletour represents a remarkable evolution.