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Bloodstock Setlist Additions

• 19th Jan 2011

Thrash legends EXODUS will make their only UK festival appearance at BLOODSTOCK’s RONNIE JAMES DIO STAGE this summer. Over the course of thirteen studio albums, EXODUS have been a constant force in the thrash metal scene, their faithfulness ensuring their name remains synonymous with the genre. In their 30 plus years, EXODUS has weathered numerous line up changes (which has seen members of Metallica, Testament and Slayer pass through their ranks), two extended hiatuses and the tragedy of the deaths of two former members.

In 2011, they are stronger than ever, frontman ROB DUKES a commanding presence on stage, giving the band their most aggressive sound to date. With classics such as “Bonded By Blod”, “Piranha”, “Parasite”, “The Toxic Waltz” and many more, we look forward to a lesson in Thash at Catton Hall this summer.

Over on the SOPHIE stage, additions come in the form of industrial metallers OCTOBER FILE, who make their BLOODSTOCK debut, and D-Beat deathsters THE ROTTED, who return after a triumphant set two years ago.

Last year, OCTOBER FILE were forced to pull the show at the last minute, and so plan to pull out all the stops this year. Says the band:

“Bloodstock 2011!! October File are really looking forward to making up for missing last years festival. Our singer injured himself and we had to pull out, and this year we intend to make up for it. Bloodstock is a must for any band and we are looking forward to hitting the stage!!”

With a host of exclusive performances already confirmed – including headliners IMMORTAL, plus MORBID ANGEL, THERION, AT THE GATES and many more, across three stages of music, plus comedy, fairground rides and a real ale bar, BOA 2011 is an essential date in the metal calendar. Tickets are on sale now at link <link>