SLIPKNOT are proud to announce they will return in 2011 to headline the UK’s Sonisphere Festival. The weekend event at the world famous Knebworth site is set to happen from Friday 8th – Sunday 10th July.

The band’s 2011 summer shows will mark their first without founding member, Paul Gray who tragically passed away earlier this year, so will be an emotional and bittersweet experience for both the band and their fiercely loyal fanbase.

Expect their Sonisphere show to be equally incendiary, as the iconic Iowan band prepare to honour Paul Gray’s memory and musical career with their Knebworth appearance. Their statement reads:

“We’re looking forward to spending our summer in Europe. This tour is about us and our fans. It’s about celebrating the life of our brother, Paul and his legacy. The door is neither open nor closed. This tour is about burning down that door. See you this summer.”

Who knows what the distant future holds for the band, but one thing is for sure; these shows are going to go down in history. The band hope you will come join them at Sonisphere in 2011 to celebrate and remember their brother, Paul Gray.