Slam Dunk Festival, the UK’s premier independent rock festival, is set to make an explosive return in 2024, and it’s come out swinging with an incredible initial artist lineup.
Fans of pop-punk, emo, metal, and alternative music will be in for a treat, as a slew of industry giants, rising stars, and genre-defining bands have been revealed for the event. Headlining this rock extravaganza are You Me At Six, The All American Rejects, and I Prevail, with an array of supporting acts that promise an unforgettable weekend.
Scheduled to take place on Saturday, May 25th, 2024, at Hatfield Park, followed by a return to its Leeds home, Temple Newsam, on Sunday, May 26th, Slam Dunk Festival is all set to deliver a music experience like no other.
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Among the notable headliners, You Me At Six, fresh from the release of their eighth studio album, “Truth Decay,” which reached an impressive #4 on the UK album charts, are gearing up for a showstopping performance.
The All American Rejects, legends of the scene with a string of era-defining hits, will be crossing the pond for their first headline tour in nearly a decade. Grammy-nominated Detroit rockers I Prevail will be concluding their extensive World Tour with an electrifying set at Slam Dunk Festival 2024.
Josh Franceschi of You Me At Six expressed his enthusiasm for the festival, saying, “Looking forward to returning to Slam Dunk this year to headline the festival. Slam Dunk has given You Me At Six so much over our career, and we’ve got a lot of special memories from performing there over the years. The lineup is stacked with great artists, so it will be an elite one.”
The lineup also boasts Boys Like Girls, who recently delighted fans with their first album in over a decade, “SUNDAY AT FOXWOODS,” punk-rock legends We The Kings, and Head Automatica, celebrating the 20th anniversary of their album “Decadence.”
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The bill includes Welsh emo rock legends Funeral For A Friend, Brit metalcore titans Asking Alexandria, and Houston’s finest pop-punk export, Waterparks, who recently dropped “INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY” and announced a North American Tour.
Palaye Royale, Pale Waves, Bob Vylan, RØRY, and Artio are also joining the festival’s diverse lineup.
But that’s not all; additional acts include LA ska punk rockers The Interrupters, Goldfinger, Pennywise, The Bouncing Souls, The Selecter, The Skints, Mad Caddies, The Wonder Years, Mom Jeans, L.S. Dunes, La Dispute, and One Step Closer.
Slam Dunk Festival has been a staple of the UK festival circuit since 2006, offering a diverse mix of rock, alternative, pop-punk, metal, and emo. With a reputation for featuring legends, international icons, and emerging talent, the festival has consistently garnered critical acclaim and awards. After a sold-out success in 2023, the 2024 lineup promises to be even more monumental. Tickets are expected to be in high demand, so fans are encouraged to secure their spots promptly to avoid missing out on this unmissable event.