With SLIPKNOT and TOOL, two legendary, uncompromising metal bands confirmed for Rock am Ring and Rock im Park exclusively. They join previously announced bands DIE ÄRZTE and MARTERIA & CASPER at the twin festivals at the Nürburgring and in Nuremberg from 7 to 9 June.

SLIPKNOT are considered a groundbreaking metal formation. After their memorable headliner appearances in 2015, the band returns to frontman Corey Taylor with a new studio album and a massive live performance.  TOOL, one of the most influential Progressive / Alternative Metal protagonists, will also start a new cycle in 2019. After more than a decade of abstinence, ring and park rockers are looking forward to these exclusive performances. The fans can expect a unique summit meeting of two rock icons.

Fans of tougher musical variations can also learn about the additions of DROPKICK MURPHY, SLASH FEAT. MYLES KENNEDY AND THE CONSPIRATORS, THE BOSSHOSS, SABATON, AMON AMARTH, FINE CREAM FISH FILLET, ARCHITECTS, ALICE IN CHAINS, GODSMACK, ARCH ENEMY, HOT WATER MUSIC and HALESTORM.

The line up of top hip-hop and urban music is nearly complete with ALLIGATOAH, BONEZ MC & RAF CAMORA, KONTRA K and SDP.

With the announcement of indie rock and crossover stars such as DIE ANTWOORD, BASTILLE, THE 1975 and FOALS, the festivals offer a wide-ranging, unique musical experience.   Upcoming bands like WELSHLY ARMS, AGAINST THE CURRENT, NOTHING, NOWHERE., BLACKOUT PROBLEMS and POWER TRIP complete the big announcement.

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