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Infected Rain and Butcher Babies announce co-headline Mutation Phase tour across Europe and the UK

Author Arto Mäenpää - 13.10.2025

Modern metal powerhouses Infected Rain and Butcher Babies are set to join forces for the explosive Mutation Phase Tour 2026, a massive co-headline run across Europe and the UK. Support will come from Lithuania’s rising modern metal act Black Spikes.

Known for their visceral energy and emotional depth, Infected Rain now step into a rare transitional chapter between albums. As a result, the band is capturing itself mid-mutation and offering fans an unfiltered experience that will not be repeated. In addition, listeners can expect a career-spanning setlist, while at the same time catching glimpses of brand new material. Consequently, this tour marks one of the most unique moments in the band’s history.

Butcher Babies, meanwhile, bring their trademark fusion of thrash, groove, and melodic ferocity. Over the years, their aggressive style and high-octane live shows have set stages ablaze worldwide. Moreover, the band continues to evolve with each release. Therefore, they remain one of the most dynamic forces in modern metal today. At the same time, they prove that their ability to push boundaries has no limits.

Support comes from Lithuania’s Black Spikes, who add even more intensity to the lineup. With their freshly released EP “NIL”, the band has already shown its heavier modern metal sound and striking stage presence. In particular, their reputation for unforgettable live performances makes them a perfect fit for this tour. As such, fans should expect Black Spikes to leave a lasting impression.

In conclusion, this is not just another tour—it is a ritual in motion. For that reason, Infected Rain, Butcher Babies, and Black Spikes together in 2026 promise to deliver an unforgettable modern metal experience.

Tickets: linktr.ee/InfectedRainMutationPhase

Mutation Phase tour 2026

Co-headline: Infected Rain x Butcher Babies
Support: Black Spikes

25.03.26 – Glasgow, UK – Slay
26.03.26 – Newcastle, UK – Anarchy Brew
27.03.26 – Manchester, UK – Club Academy
28.03.26 – London, UK – O2 Academy Islington
29.03.26 – Bristol, UK – Fleece
30.03.26 – Birmingham, UK – O2 Institute
31.03.26 – Southampton, UK – The 1865
01.04.26 – Brighton, UK – Concorde 2
03.04.26 – Kortrijk, BE – DVG Club
04.04.26 – Nijmegen, NL – Doornroosje
05.04.26 – Oberndorf am Neckar, DE – Easter Cross *
07.04.26 – Essen, DE – Turock
08.04.26 – Weinheim, DE – Cafe Central
09.04.26 – Paris, FR – La Machine
10.04.26 – Lyon, FR – La Rayonne
11.04.26 – Barcelona, ES – Salamandra
12.04.26 – Madrid, ES – Mon
14.04.26 – Toulouse, FR – Metronum
15.04.26 – Milan, IT – Legend Club
16.04.26 – Zurich, CH – Dynamo Saal
17.04.26 – Lindau, DE – Club Vaudeville
18.04.26 – Munich, DE – Backstage Halle
19.04.26 – Budapest, HU – Barba Negra (Blue Stage)
20.04.26 – Vienna, AT – Szene
22.04.26 – Warsaw, PL – Hybrydy
23.04.26 – Hamburg, DE – Bahnhof Pauli
24.04.26 – Copenhagen, DK – Pumpehuset
25.04.26 – Stockholm, SE – Kollektivet Livet
28.04.26 – Helsinki, FI – Ääniwalli
30.04.26 – Kopervik, NO – Karmøygeddon Metal Festival ^

* without Black Spikes
^ without Butcher Babies