Enduring metal titans SLIPKNOT have announced that they will return in 2011 to headline the UK’s Sonisphere Festival. The weekend event at the world famous Knebworth site is set to happen from Friday 8th – Sunday 10th July.
Slipknot, who rose to prominance during the dark years of ‘nu-metal’ have fared better than most thanks to their invigorating mix of chugging death metal, radio-friendly choruses and exceptioanl musicianship. Struck by tragedy last year when founding member and bassist Paul gray passed away, the band’s appearance at Sonisphere will undoubtedly be an emotional return to UK shores.
The band’s statement reads; “We’re looking forward to spending our summer in Europe. This tour is about us and our fans. It’s about celebrating the life of our brother, Paul and his legacy. The door is neither open nor closed. This tour is about burning down that door. See you this summer.”
Who knows what the distant future holds for SLIPKNOT, but one thing is for sure; these shows are going to go down in history. The band hope you will come join them at Sonisphere in 2011 to celebrate and remember their brother, Paul Gray.
Full ticketing and festival info can be found at www.sonispherefestivals.com<http://www.sonispherefestivals.com> on Monday 6th December.
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