With Bloodstock 2016 still fresh in the memory for all of those who attended the record-breaking event, fans have been salivating over speculation as to who exactly we can expect to feature in 2017. Bloodstock have continually grown year on year and have truly established themselves as one of the most important festivals in the UK. So without any further ado then, who's been announced as part of the first batch of bands for next year's event?

Amon Amarth (Friday Night Headliner)
Blind Guardian (UK Exclusive)
Testament
Hatebreed
Whitechapel
Possessed
Hell


As per usual, a very strong and HEAVY first announcement from the Bloodstock team. Amon Amarth vocalist shared in this excitement, "What's up UK! On August 11th 2017, we are invading BLOODSTOCK! It's going to be a fucking awesome party, with immense bloodshed and you better be there!"

Head over to BLOODSTOCK TICKETS to check out some of the current early-bird specials.