Slipknot Cancel Reading And Leeds Festival

Contributed By: McKay Created On: Wednesday, 20 August 2008 Hits: 217 Slipknot Slipknot have been forced to cancel their appearance this weekend's (August 22-24) Reading And Leeds Festivals following drummer Joey Jordison breaking his ankle. The band issued a statement today (August 20) that the band said the cancellation, which includes a host of dates in Europe, was "with huge regret and disappointment". "Cancelling shows is never an easy decision and we apologize to all our fans, friends and family for not being there to throw down with you," Slipknot added. :: story continues below :: But as previously reported on ADateZ Inc., Slipknot announced details of a UK tour, set to begin on December 1, earlier today. They are still scheduled to play the dates. The tour supports the release of their new album, 'All Hope Is Gone', which is out on August 25. Share this article to: Comments Only registered users can write comments! 3.25 Copyright (C) 2007 Alain Georgette / Copyright (C) 2006 Frantisek Hliva. All rights reserved." What's On Related: Slipknot Announce First US Tour in 2009 (26-11-2008) Slipknot's Corey Taylor Slams Labels for Illegal Downloading (05-09-2008) Slipknot Scores Number One Chart-Topper (03-09-2008) Slipknot: All Hope Is Gone (29-08-2008) Slipknot Announce Massive UK Winter Tour (20-08-2008) Prev Story: Festival Cancelled after Pete Doherty Ban Next Story: Metallica Announce Cheap-Show in London and Berlin

 

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