Don’t Tread On Me: Metallica release new collab with Dr. Martens

Metallica have just released a collab with Dr. Martens.

This new collection – which lands today, January 29 – consists of a total of three styles. There’s the widely-available 1460 Boots and the 1461 shoe, both featuring tour graphics by Pushead – the former reflecting the band’s 1989 Damaged Justice tour, and the latter featuring artwork from the 1986 Damage Inc. tour. Then, there’s also a very sleek Fifth Member Exclusive Tonal Logo 1460 Boot, with a ’Tallica logo on the ankle and ‘5th Member’ on the shoelaces.

In an accompanying photo campaign on the Dr. Martens website, the legendary footwear company write: “Formed in 1981, Metallica are still releasing albums that stand as cultural landmarks for a band that continues to grow and redefine itself. Our new collection is a testament to the enduring impact their music has had on a global legion of fans. This is for everyone who can answer, ‘How does it feel to be alive?’”

The limited-edition Dr. Martens x Metallica drop is available now. Check it out below:

Metallica hit the road this year at the following:

M72 World Tour 2026

May

9 Athens Olympic Stadium*
13 Bucharest Arena Națională*
19 Chorzów Stadion Śląski*
22 Frankfurt Deutsche Bank Park*
24 Frankfurt Deutsche Bank Park+
27 Zurich Stadion Letzigrund*
30 Berlin Olympiastadion*

June

3 Bologna Stadio Renato Dall'Ara*
11 Budapest Puskas Arena+
13 Budapest Puskas Arena*
19 Dublin Avia Stadium+
21 Dublin Avia Stadium*
25 Glasgow Hampden Park*
28 Cardiff Principality Stadium*

July

3 London Stadium*
5 London Stadium+

* Gojira and Knocked Loose support
+ Pantera and Avatar support

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