The road to Download Festival 2015 has well and truly begun. The first headlining act to be announced for next year's festival are none other than SLIPKNOT. Off the back of almost selling out their arena tour in mere minutes, the momentum behind the masked maniacs is stronger than ever as they slot in to the Friday Night Headlining slot.

Joining them that day are very special guests JUDAS PRIEST along with FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCH and BLACK STONE CHERRY

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Be sure to keep your eyes on R13 for another early Download announcement tomorrow!