Bloodstock adds Rhapsody Of Fire

Italian symphonic power metallers Rhapsody Of Fire are the latest act to be confirmed for Bloodstock 2011.

This will be Rhapsody Of Fire's first UK show in over ten years and it has been confirmed as their only UK appearance of 2011.

Rhapsody Of Fire were formed in 1993 by mainman Luca Turilli, first as Thundercross and then Rhapsody before finally changing their name to Rhapsody Of Fire in 2006. They quickly formulated a blend of metal and classical music which they referred to as 'film score metal' due to its epic, cinematic nature. Their 2004 album 'Symphony of Enchanted Lands II – The Dark Secret' was notable for featuring narration from film legend Christopher Lee who returned to work with the band once again on 2006's 'Triumph or Agony', the first album released following their name change, and featuring a live 70 piece orchestra and choir. The band's most recent album 'The Frozen Tears of Angels' was released in April.

They are the second act to be confirmed, performing on Saturday 13th August 13th, as special guests to Bloodstock's first headliner announced for 2011 Immortal.

Rhapsody Of Fire have issued the following statement on their forthcoming Bloodstock appearance, "Hail to you, dear brothers and sisters! We are so excited to announce to you that we agreed with our English friends an exclusive presence as special guest for the Bloodstock festival of next year in the UK! It will be our first live appearance ever on that wonderful ground and we are looking forward to playing our greatest songs and to have together a great time in the name of Rhapsody Of Fire's epic cinematic music. See you soon!"

Bloodstock Open Air festival will take place from Friday 12th until Sunday 14th August 2011 at Catton Hall, Walton-on-Trent, in South Derbyshire. The aim is to offer a traditional metal event comparable to those regularly seen in Europe (but on a smaller scale of 6,000-10,000 capacity), and capturing the spirit of the original Monsters Of Rock shows which used to take place at Castle Donington during the 1980's and 1990's.

As well as the international heavy metal bands across three stages, Bloodstock offers a large selection of merchandise stalls, metal karaoke, a campsite and a wide selection of food and bars.

Early bird tickets are on sale priced at £95 for adults, and £10 for a car parking pass. As of 15th December 2010 All Bloodstock festival tickets will increase in Price. Day tickets, and child tickets are expected to be on sale at a later date.

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