Ghost releases first trailer for IMAX spectacle “2 Big 2 Rig”
Ghost are going really big this August. Swedish occult rock ensemble Ghost unveiled the first official trailer for their upcoming IMAX concert experience titled “2 Big 2 Rig” on August 1, 2026, according to Metal Injection. The teaser, posted on the band’s official YouTube channel, features a colossal stage, synchronized pyrotechnics and brief snippets of the setlist, confirming that the group will stage an unprecedented visual production later this summer. The trailer, lasting just under two minutes, opens with a sweeping aerial shot of a darkened arena that gradually fills with towering LED walls and a massive rigging system designed for the IMAX format. Viewers can see front‑row seats transformed into a sea of candles, while Tobias Forge, front‑man of Ghost, appears in his signature papal vestments, delivering a spoken‑word intro that teases the thematic concept of “dualities” that will run through the show. The visual style combines Baroque motifs with modern horror aesthetics, a hallmark of the band’s recent stage designs. Metal Injection notes that the IMAX partnership marks the first time Ghost will present a full‑length concert in the giant‑screen format, a move that follows the band’s increasingly elaborate live productions since the “Prequelle” tour in 2020‑2022. The announcement also confirms that the “2 Big 2 Rig” event will take place at the Royal Albert Hall in London on September 15, 2026, and will be streamed worldwide via IMAX’s digital platform. Production credits list director Johan Carlsson, who previously worked on Ghost’s “Kiss the Go-Goat” music video, and IMAX’s chief creative officer, Sarah Mitchell, who praised the band’s “visionary blend of theatricality and sonic power.” The release of the trailer comes at a pivotal moment for Ghost, whose last studio album “Impera” topped several rock charts in early 2024. By expanding into the IMAX arena, the band aims to reach a broader audience while delivering an immersive experience that aligns with their occult‑themed narrative. Fans can expect a setlist that mixes classic tracks such as “Cirice” and “Square Hammer” with new material from the forthcoming album slated for a late‑2026 release. The IMAX spectacle is expected to set a new benchmark for rock concerts, potentially influencing how other acts approach large‑scale visual productions in the coming years. The announcement reinforces Ghost’s reputation for pushing artistic boundaries and underscores the growing trend of integrating cinema‑grade technology into live music. As the band prepares for the September show, ticket sales have already surpassed initial projections, indicating strong demand from both longtime followers and newcomers attracted by the novelty of an IMAX rock concert. The trailer’s reception on social media has been overwhelmingly positive, with over 200,000 views within the first 24 hours and comments highlighting the “epic scale” and “cinematic quality” of the preview.
Ghost’s IMAX trailer teaser
