Lamb of God frontman Randy Blythe has announced a series of spoken-word and Q&A events in support of his upcoming book, Just Beyond The Light: Making Peace With The Wars Inside Our Head, which is set for release on February 18, 2025, via Grand Central Publishing. Blythe emphasized that these events—and the book itself—are not suitable for children, given the heavy themes and raw stories he plans to share.
In a recent Instagram post, Blythe explained his approach:
“This is NOT a regular book tour… I will be attempting to illustrate the major themes of the book via stories from my life.”
These stories, he noted, include his personal struggles with drugs and alcohol, as well as the chaotic and sometimes humorous situations that resulted from them. Blythe added that while some of the tales might be entertaining, others would be deeply emotional, making the content inappropriate for younger audiences.
The book explores Blythe’s personal journey of maintaining positivity and balance, even in difficult times. Reflecting on its purpose, Blythe said:
“For me, the single most gratifying aspect of being an artist is learning that your work has been useful to others in some way. I hope Just Beyond The Light helps people as much as my last book, Dark Days, did.”
The events, described as “An Evening with Randy Blythe,” will include a spoken-word performance, a Q&A session, a signed copy of the book, and opportunities for fans to engage directly with the rocker. The tour will stop in Texas, Canada, Washington, and California, beginning on February 19, 2025.
Ben Schafer, executive editor at Grand Central Publishing, praised Blythe’s work, calling it a “bulwark against despair” and highlighting its potential to inspire readers to strive for balance in their own lives.
With a mix of humor, vulnerability, and lessons learned from hard-earned experiences, Blythe’s events promise to be an intimate and thought-provoking experience for fans.
