Support bands for Metallica announced

Francois van Coke and Wynand Myburgh formed Van Coke Kartel in 2007 after their other band, Fokofpolisiekar, went on hiatus. Guitarist Jedd Kossew and drummer Jason Oosthuizen joined in 2010. The winner of two SAMA Awards; this new four-piece set-up catapulting Van Coke Kartel's live performances into another dimension.

Pestroy have been performing around South Africa for more than 15 years and have been on numerous national tours, played headline slots at major festivals around the country and have performed alongside the likes of In Flames and Rise Against. They were voted No 9 in the most loved SA band of all time survey held by TUKSFM.

With many chart-topping hits on rock format radio stations, Chromium's sound is extremely recognisable. They have released three albums and 10 music videos and have toured to Europe.

Tickets on sale now for the Jourg show (Web, outlets and call centres) - Prices from R340 to R850.

Tickets on sale now for the Cape Town show (Web, outlets and call centres) - Price from R360 to R850.

Tickets available online from www.bigconcerts.co.za or Computicket.