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Member Since4/17/2005
Band Websitehttp://www.downloadfestival.co.uk
Band MembersANNOUNCED FOR DOWNLOAD 2009 SO FAR...

HEADLINING...

FAITH NO MORE | SLIPKNOT | DEF LEPPARD


ALSO PLAYING....
KORN, MARILYN MANSON, WHITESNAKE, LIMP BIZKIT, PENDULUM, ZZ TOP


SECOND STAGE HEADLINERS

MOTLEY CRUE
THE PRODIGY
TRIVIUM


Other acts announced...

KILLSWITCH ENGAGE, DRAGONFORCE, DREAM THEATER, BILLY TALENT, DOWN, HATEBREED, BLACKSTONE CHERRY, STAINED, DEVILDRIVER, JOURNEY, SKIN, THE BLACKOUT, FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCH, RIPPER OWENS, TESLA, STONE GODS, OPETH, LACUNA COIL CHRIS CORNELL, PAPA ROACH, BRING ME THE HORIZON, YOU ME AT SIX, BUCKCHERRY, DIR EN GREY, PARKWAY DRIVE, THE ANSWER, CLUTCH, SHINEDOWN, A DAY TO REMEMBER, VOLBEAT, KARMA TO BURN, IN THIS MOMENT, STEADLUR, STATIC X, FIGHTSTAR, SEVENDUST, GOD FORBID, SUICIDE SILENCE, MESHUGGAH, ANVIL, GO AUDIO, DUFF MCKAGAN'S LOADED, ARCHITECTS, THERAPY?, BACKYARD BABIES, LAWNMOWER DETH, HOSTILE, VOIVOD, MANRAZE, FACECAGE, TURBOWOLF, ESTOERICA, MIDDLE CLASS RUT, SYLOSIS, NO AMERICANA, AUGER BANE, WE ARE THE OCEAN, STEEL PANTHER, TRIGGER THE BLOODSHED LAUREN HARRIS, HEXES, HOLLYWOOD UNDEAD, 69 EYES, HUNTING THE MINOTAUR, JAPANESE VOYEURS, WHITE MAN KAMIKAZE, LOVERMAN, BLACK SPIDERS, GENERAL FIASCO, SACRED MOTHER TONGUE, DEAR SUPERSTAR, PULLED APART FROM HORSES, VIOLENT SOHO, BRIDES.

PLUS MORE YET TO BE ANNOUNCED

FOR FULL LINE-UP DETAILS INCLUDING BAND INFO, NEWS, FEATURES AND TICKETS HEAD TO THE OFFICIAL DOWNLOAD FESTIVAL WEBSITE NOW!
InfluencesDonington Monsters Of Rock, Ozzfest
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DOWNLOAD is a rock, metal and alternative festival that has its roots steeped in rock history.

Held at Donington Racecourse in the UK where the three counties of Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire and Derbyshire meet, the site's use as a rock venue go all the way back to 1981 when the first Monsters of Rock was held.

Monsters of Rock saw a a staggering roll-call of acts, which reads like a who’s who of the best rock and heavy metal bands to have graced the last three decades. The likes of AC/DC, Iron Maiden, Metallica, Whitesnake, Bon Jovi, Aerosmith, and Guns N’ Roses have given millions of music fans unforgettable live moments. Ozzy Osbourne considers the place to be his “old stomping ground”.

When the plug was finally pulled on Monsters of Rock in 1996, the beast wasn’t dead; it was merely sleeping. It arose with an almighty bark in 2003. The monster was dog-shaped and the festival had expanded to two days of mayhem across three stages, adding extreme sports and 21st century innovation. Download was born and a new standard of rock festival was set, shattering every mould in the process. 2005 saw the event gain a third day.

Since its inauguration, Download has played host to many Monsters of Rock favourites (such as Metallica, Iron Maiden, Black Sabbath and Guns 'N' Roses) as well showcasing other, contemporary rock, metal and alternative acts to the masses. Some of these acts include Marilyn Mason, System of A Down, Tool, Slipknot, Slayer and Feeder.

Not wanting to be outdone by its predecessor, Download has hosted many legendary gigs and moments for bands and fans alike. Who will ever forget Metallica’s legendary headline appearance at Download 2004, when (for the first time in the band’s career) drummer Lars Ulrich missed the gig (due to illness) and was replaced by an all-star rotation of tub thumpers including Slipknot’s Joey Jordison and Slayer’s Dave Lombardo? 2005 saw Billy Idol's first UK gig after a lengthy hiatus and it was fair to say he hadn't lost his ability to rock and rock hard during his time away! Axl Rose showcased the current Guns 'N' Roses lineup. It was the first time the group had played Donington since 1988, and they played a memorable set which included songs from the yet-to-be-released, eagerly anticipated album Chinese Democracy.

In its fifth year, Download again rocked Donington Park with over 100 acts spread over 3 days on 3 different stages, including My Chemical Romance, Linkin Park and of course, the legendary Iron Maiden. New additions to the festival included extended camping facilities, a family campsite and new "green" initiatives to cut down on waste over the weekend, as well as encouraging the use of liftshares and public transport. 2007 was also the year that Download was the first year it was broadcast live on the internet, making it a true global event.

2008 saw a radical move as Download moved out of its home inside the Donington track. However, the new move meant we could watch the likes of KISS, Judas Priest, The Offspring and Lostprophets on a naturally sloped ampitheatre and allowed us to witness the rock-tastic spectacle of acts such as Children of Bodom, Cavalera Conspiracy and loads of others on a new outdoor second stage. Download 2008 even had hundreds of people having their faces painted as rock gods KISS in an attempt to set a new Guinness World Record!

Here's to a rockin' Download 2009!

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Jul 6 2009 10:09 PM

Thanks for the add, Stand Up For Rock 'n' Roll!
Neil - Metalhead





Jul 6 2009 9:06 PM

fuck off spammers... we dont give a shit about your wank music
eilis mary;





Jul 6 2009 5:34 PM

no thankyou.
*babis*





Jul 6 2009 4:21 PM

Check out my profile And Let me know Do you like me YES or NO http://www.wholikesu.net/photos/5237058.html?b=4&w=46
eilis mary;





Jul 6 2009 3:52 PM

no.
Lara Bello





Jul 6 2009 3:09 PM

LARA BELLO concierto en MADRID

22 JULIO / JULY

21:30 h.

CAFÉ LIBERTAD 8

c/ Libertad, 8 metro: Chueca

nos vemos !

si? vendrás??

mmmua!
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Jul 6 2009 2:37 PM

how are you?
Neil - Metalhead





Jul 6 2009 11:58 AM

Like we care
Bite The Kerb





Jul 5 2009 9:15 PM

Hi, just thought I'd drop by to let you know we have recorded and uploaded a new track called 'Like I Care' it'd be cool if you could spare 5 mins to take a listen and maybe leave us a comment with your feedback.......

We hope you enjoy it!!

Regards

BTK
♠kilmister♠





Jul 5 2009 1:07 PM

Great fest.
Cheers!
Alex Williams [2 New Songs Up]





Jul 5 2009 12:09 PM

Hey,thanks for accepting the add.
A great line up this year,hoping for an even better one next year (:
Alex
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Jul 4 2009 10:24 PM

By Zeus!
( (Blackbird) )





Jul 4 2009 5:38 PM

....I think Ad's back. =D

We've all been missing your rants on Masterbation and necrophelea.
( (Blackbird) )





Jul 4 2009 5:38 PM

....I think Ad's back. =D

We've all been missing your rants on Masterbation and necrophelea.
Pissed@rtist (SD FIGHTING SQUAD)





Jul 4 2009 10:52 AM

machine head are fucking awsom and live they make the hairs on your balls stand on end, but downlod will never book them as a headlinnerthey would be on around 4 ish 6 at best which i know is a shit stick but tits true. i think megadeath would be a great headliner but last time they played donny was at like 2-3 in the afternoon what the j dizzel hist on a pole. i think deta von tease she entertain the crowed between bands next year although that could induce involontary wanking fights with the hole crowed jizzing on each other. how is everyone ive been avoiding this site seeing as i couldnt make it this year and i hate u all cuase u did cuntflapppers
TYZE





Jul 3 2009 5:10 PM

thanks for the add
eilis mary;





Jul 3 2009 2:16 PM

machine head wouldn't headline the main stage maybe in a few years time.
i dont think they would headline the second stage tho, they would probably quite high up on the main stage if they were playing.
Nervous Endings





Jul 3 2009 1:47 PM

NOT SPAM. hi we are NERVOUS ENDINGS from the south of th UK, we are looking for gig's CAN YOU HELP??? tell us what you think as well, bloomie (bass)
( (Blackbird) )





Jul 3 2009 1:33 PM

see now, i disagree.

If machine head can outplay slipknot AND metallica. (even rumours of metallica being heckled at a show cos they were terrible up against machine head)

I think they'd bring the people in.
QCID





Jul 3 2009 9:12 AM

Watch out for my
new Tracks on my Profile!

New EP: NEXT LEVEL!
cooming soon!
Follow the Violet Bunny [LTC][WWFD]





Jul 2 2009 11:06 PM

hehe Thanx Callum i love that skirt .

Machines head next year would rule, but they will not headline, dispite how awesome we now they are they simply are not a major selling point. maybe middle stage. but not main .
eilis mary;





Jul 2 2009 8:30 PM

i think there is a new machine head album on the way!
it kinda says so on the front of metal hammer :))
( (Blackbird) )





Jul 2 2009 7:45 PM

that is a sexy ass photo gaz.

Gonna say it again, i want a new Machine Head album and them headlinig next year.
☠SIX STRING RAZOR☠





Jul 2 2009 7:39 PM

Hey Download Festival,
Hope you're doing well, just wanted to drop by and tell you to check out my band ?EXCITER? at myspace.com/excitermusic. Listen to the tunes, let us know what you think and, if you haven't already, do us the favor of adding us.

Thanks for supporting us & local music!!!

~Sargon
Follow the Violet Bunny [LTC][WWFD]





Jul 2 2009 5:46 PM

agree with Eilis , Slayer for next year , headline sat night

Van Halen for sunday headliner, and the reformation of a 5 man Take That for friday night , We need Robbie back he is so sexy and i want him so badly back with the boys....... search the skies you might see what you dont expect .

Death to the Darth Vader Ladies. and their strom trooper friends. also murder to gary glitter and rape him with horny silverback.

Tennis is not sport and Cricket is not even a living fun. Death to kidney pies .

Kill the sun newspaper. burn it.

And death to all but metal.......
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