Download Adds Eight More Bands to It’s Already Stellar Lineup

Liquid Death presents Download Festival, the greatest rock and metal festival of all time, has today announced eight more artists for this year’s festival, further bolstering a stellar 2024 line-up. The new additions include Kerry King, Creeper, Bayside, Bambie Thug, Soft Play, Lowlives, Florence Black and Kerrang! Radio competition winner Mallavora. This year’s festival will occur on 14-16 June 2024 at the spiritual home of rock in Donington Park, Leicestershire.

Kerry King is a legendary figure in the world of heavy metal, renowned for his ferocious guitar playing and unmistakable stage presence. As the co-founder and lead guitarist of the iconic band Slayer, King has left an indelible mark on the genre, influencing countless musicians with his aggressive riffs and blistering solos. He now returns to Download in June to celebrate the release of his first solo album, From Hell I Rise, which will be released the month prior.

Download favourites Creeper have also been announced for this year’s event. The band has been celebrated for its theatrical performances and distinctive blend of punk, emo, and goth influences. It has garnered a dedicated following through its dynamic live shows and emotionally charged music, which it will be sure to bring to Donington Park once more.

The line-up additions continue with New York punk rockers Bayside and self-claimed “ouija-pop” artist Bambie Thug, who will undoubtedly be backed by the Download community at this year’s Eurovision Song Contest. Also, English punk rock duo Soft Play, alt-rock group (featuring former members of The Defiled, Amen, No Devotion, and The Ataris) Lowlives, Welsh three-piece rock band Florence Black and Kerrang! Radio’s The Deal competition winner Mallavora, who will proudly open the Avalanche Stage on Friday.

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You can read our review of last year’s epic 20th anniversary spectacular here.

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