BABYMETAL, the act that took its fusion of metal and idol pop around the world, became the first Japanese artist to headline the Intuit Dome, the newest arena in Los Angeles. That night is now coming home as a video release: Blu-ray and DVD on June 17, 2026.

A Night That Made History at LA's Newest Arena

BABYMETAL has announced the release of 'BABYMETAL - LIVE AT INTUIT DOME,' a concert film capturing their landmark performance at the Intuit Dome in Los Angeles on November 1, 2025.

For those unfamiliar with the venue, Intuit Dome is one of the most cutting-edge arenas in the United States. Opened in August 2024 as the home court of the NBA's LA Clippers, this 18,000-seat facility in Inglewood, California, has hosted megastars like Bruno Mars, Linkin Park, and Slipknot. BABYMETAL became the first Japanese artist to headline a solo show there, and they sold it out completely.

The show was part of their ongoing world tour, billed as a "SPECIAL ARENA SHOW." Earlier in 2025, BABYMETAL had already made history by becoming the first Japanese group to sell out London's O2 Arena. The Intuit Dome show raised the bar even further, cementing their status as one of the biggest live acts in the global metal scene.

A 360-Degree Arena Experience Like No Other

What made this particular show extraordinary was the introduction of a center stage setup, a first for BABYMETAL outside of Japan. The stage was designed in the shape of a diamond-shaped black hole, echoing the cover art of their latest album METAL FORTH. Positioned at the heart of the arena, it allowed the performance to unfold in every direction simultaneously.

Suspended from the ceiling was the venue's signature "HALO", a massive ring-shaped LED screen that encircled the entire arena. Laser beams carved the BABYMETAL logo into the air while synchronized LED lights embedded in every seat burst to life in unison. The effect was nothing short of cinematic, like witnessing the birth of a new universe.

15 Tracks Featuring a Star-Studded Setlist and a Surprise Guest

The concert film captures all 15 songs performed that evening, delivering a comprehensive look at BABYMETAL's evolution across their four-album catalog.

The show launched with the ritualistic "BABYMETAL DEATH" before surging into collaborations from METAL FORTH: "from me to u" with Poppy, the fan-favorite "PA PA YA!!" with F.HERO, and "METALI!!" featuring Tom Morello. The center stage format placed the Kami Band members, BABYMETAL's virtuoso backing musicians, in full view along each edge of the diamond, creating a visual spectacle that matched the musical firepower.

The undeniable highlight came when Courtney LaPlante of Spiritbox appeared as a surprise guest for "My Queen," marking the very first time the two acts performed the song together live. The arena erupted, and this moment alone makes the concert film essential viewing.

Other standout tracks include the US debut of "KxAxWxAxIxI," the party-starting "RATATATA" with Electric Callboy, and the eternally crowd-pleasing "Gimme Chocolate!!" The emotional apex arrived with "THE ONE (English ver.)," during which BABYMETAL slowly circled the center stage as all 18,000 mob lights illuminated simultaneously, a visual embodiment of the unity that defines the BABYMETAL community. The night closed with the headbang-inducing "Headbangeeeeerrrrr!!!!!" and the anthem "Road of Resistance."

Full tracklist:

  1. BABYMETAL DEATH
  2. from me to u (feat. Poppy)
  3. Distortion
  4. PA PA YA!! (feat. F.HERO)
  5. METALI!! (feat. Tom Morello)
  6. Kon! Kon! (feat. Bloodywood)
  7. Sunset Kiss (feat. Polyphia)
  8. Song 3 (BABYMETAL x Slaughter to Prevail)
  9. KxAxWxAxIxI
  10. My Queen (feat. Spiritbox)
  11. RATATATA (BABYMETAL x Electric Callboy)
  12. Gimme Chocolate!!
  13. THE ONE (English ver.)
  14. Headbangeeeeerrrrr!!!!!
  15. Road of Resistance

How to Get It: Editions and Pricing

The release comes in several editions to suit different fans:

The Limited Edition Blu-ray (approximately $66 / ¥9,900) features an analog record-sized jacket (310mm × 310mm), a collector's piece. The Standard Blu-ray is priced at approximately $51 (¥7,700), and the Standard DVD at approximately $44 (¥6,600).

For members of BABYMETAL's official fan club "THE ONE," there's an exclusive THE ONE Limited Edition at approximately $147 (¥22,000) that bundles a Blu-ray with a 2-disc live CD and a 64-page photobook. Pre-orders are open from March 16 through April 9, 2026.

Retailer-exclusive bonuses include a clear file from A!SMART (BABYMETAL's official shop), a hand towel from Amazon Japan, a smartphone shoulder strap from Rakuten Books, and a can magnet from Tower Records, among others.

International fans can order through CDJapan, Amazon Japan, or other import-friendly retailers. The main purchase portal is available at the official link page: https://lnk.to/BM_INTUITDOMEPR

Why BABYMETAL Matters: Breaking Every Boundary

For readers who may be new to the phenomenon, BABYMETAL is a three-member unit consisting of SU-METAL, MOAMETAL, and MOMOMETAL. Formed in 2010, they pioneered a genre often called "kawaii metal", a daring fusion of heavy metal instrumentation and choreographed J-pop idol performance. What started as an experimental concept in Japan has grown into a global movement that has fundamentally altered how the world perceives Japanese music.

Their fourth album METAL FORTH, released in August 2025, debuted at No. 9 on the Billboard 200, making BABYMETAL the first Japanese group ever to crack the US Top 10. The album features collaborations with Spiritbox, Tom Morello (Rage Against the Machine), Electric Callboy, Polyphia, Bloodywood, Slaughter to Prevail, and Poppy, reading like a who's who of the modern heavy music world.

BABYMETAL also became the first Japanese artist to sign a frontline deal with Capitol Records in 2025, placing them alongside some of the most iconic names in music history on the label's roster.

THE ONE: A Fandom Without Borders

BABYMETAL's fan community, known as "THE ONE," spans every continent. On the night of the Intuit Dome show, a pop-up store in Hollywood drew massive crowds ranging from metalheads in battle vests to families with young children wearing ear protection. The concert was simultaneously livestreamed to 47 theaters across Japan, turning the event into a truly borderless celebration.

For the countless fans worldwide who couldn't be in Los Angeles that night, this Blu-ray release is the next best thing. The 360-degree center stage, the surprise Spiritbox collaboration, and the electrifying energy of 18,000 fans united as THE ONE, all of it can now be experienced from anywhere in the world.

From a genre that many once dismissed as a novelty, BABYMETAL has built something that fills arenas and breaks records across the globe. Their story proves that music truly has no borders. In your country, are there artists who have shattered genre conventions to take on the world stage? We'd love to hear about them.

Update: This article reflects information from the March 2026 announcement. The THE ONE Limited Edition proved popular enough that a second order window was opened from April 10 to April 24.

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