METAL ALLEGIANCE have confirmed their annual all-star show at the House of Blues in Anaheim on January 22, and this year's guest roster reads like a who's who of heavy metal royalty. The supergroup's core lineup of David Ellefson (bass), Mike Portnoy (drums), Alex Skolnick (guitar), and Mark Menghi (guitar) will be joined by an impressive array of guest performers spanning multiple generations and subgenres of metal.
The confirmed guest list includes Gary Holt, the legendary guitarist of both SLAYER and EXODUS, whose razor-sharp riffing has defined thrash metal for four decades. William DuVall, the current vocalist of ALICE IN CHAINS, brings his soulful yet powerful vocal presence. Andreas Kisser, the Brazilian guitar wizard who has been the musical backbone of SEPULTURA since 1987, will add his distinctive flair. Troy Sanders of MASTODON, Chuck Billy of TESTAMENT, John Bush (former ANTHRAX vocalist), and Jack Gibson of EXODUS round out a bill that spans the full spectrum of heavy music.
Opening sets come from Chained Saint, Red Reign, and Lost Legacy, giving up-and-coming bands the rare opportunity to share a stage with icons. METAL ALLEGIANCE's annual Anaheim shows have become a cherished tradition in the metal community, typically timed to coincide with the NAMM show, which draws thousands of musicians and industry professionals to the area.
The event celebrates the camaraderie and mutual respect that binds the metal community together, with jam-style performances that often produce unforgettable, unrepeatable moments. Tickets are available now through the House of Blues box office. For fans unable to attend, METAL ALLEGIANCE performances have historically been documented through professional recordings and social media, ensuring that the magic of these one-of-a-kind evenings reaches a global audience. The 2026 edition promises to be one of the most star-studded installments in the supergroup's history, with the depth and breadth of the guest list reflecting the vibrant state of the metal community at large.