WHITESNAKE have announced the band will be on hiatus from touring throughout 2012 after completing their successful 'Forevermore World Tour'.

At this time the band plan to spend 2012 in the studio, mixing live recordings made during the 2011 tour.

There are also plans to edit & mix a live in-concert DVD from the tour.

Other 'Snake related projects are also in the works, including new material, though there are no definite plans to record a full studio album at this time.

Some of the band members will be keeping busy with other musical projects throughout 2012 and the official band site - www.whitesnake.com will try to provide information related to their activities, as well as the individual member's websites.

The commercial & critical success continues with their 'Forevermore' album which is still gathering accolades & awards from around the world.