Avenged Sevenfold’s frontman M. Shadows responded to a recent comparison between Sleep Token and Ghost on social media platform X. A Rock Feed post about tour ticket sales sparked discussion in the metal community.
M. Shadows shared a laughing GIF on his X profile. His response appeared to dismiss the comparison between the two bands.
Rock Feed highlighted Sleep Token’s quick arena tour sellouts. They also noted Ghost’s slower ticket sales for shows announced last year.
Both bands are currently making significant moves in the touring circuit. Each demonstrates a unique trajectory in the metal scene.
Sleep Token’s Arena Tour Success

Loudwire revealed Sleep Token’s plans for a headlining U.S. arena tour in 2025. The tour will support their fourth album, ‘Even in Arcadia.’ It will include 17 stops across North America.
The arena shows sold out rapidly. This success highlights the band’s meteoric rise in popularity, especially notable for a newer act in the metal scene.
Ghost’s Global Presence

Rock Sound detailed Ghost’s most extensive world tour to date. The band scheduled over 55 shows across multiple continents.
The tour spans venues throughout the USA, Europe, UK, and Mexico. This extensive routing demonstrates the band’s established international appeal and dedicated global fanbase.
Touring Scale Comparison

Songkick tracking showed Sleep Token’s progression from smaller venues to arenas. This growth marks a significant evolution in their live performance capabilities.
Ticket sales patterns vary between the two bands. However, both groups demonstrate their ability to command large-scale tours at different stages in their careers.