Babymetal's Collaboration Dreams: Aiming for Amy Lee, Facing Tour Hurdles
Babymetal has been on a collaboration spree, ticking off names from their wishlist one by one. After working with renowned artists like Five Finger Death Punch, Bloodywood, and Tom Morello in 2025, they've set their sights on Amy Lee, the iconic frontwoman of Evanescence.
In a recent exclusive interview with Metal Hammer, Su-metal, one of Babymetal's founding vocalists, gushed about her admiration for Amy Lee. She revealed, "Amy Lee is an artist I've looked up to for ages. Collaborating with her would be a dream come true." But here's where it gets tricky: Evanescence's busy schedule might pose a challenge.
The interview sheds light on how Babymetal joined forces with Five Finger Death Punch for a unique re-recording of their song 'The End'. Su-metal explained, "We were invited to their 20th-anniversary project, featuring guest artists. I was thrilled they remembered our 2015 festival performance together." She even shared the creative process behind her Japanese lyrics and finding the perfect vocal style for the track.
Babymetal's 2025 album, 'Metal Forth', showcases their collaborative spirit, featuring artists like Poppy, Electric Callboy, and Spiritbox. Interestingly, Amy Lee has also been busy with collaborations, including the metal crossover hit 'End Of You'.
However, Evanescence's 2026 world tour plans and a potential new album in the works might make it challenging to secure Amy Lee's availability. The band will be touring with Spiritbox and Nova Twins across North America and Europe, with additional shows in the UK. Evanescence also hinted at new music, releasing the single 'Afterlife' for the Devil May Cry TV series soundtrack.
Will Babymetal's collaboration dreams come true, or will Evanescence's busy schedule stand in the way? Only time will tell. And this is the part most people miss: what are your thoughts on these dream collaborations? Do you think they'll happen, and why? Share your predictions and opinions in the comments below!
