Soundgarden to headline Friday at Hard Rock Calling

Soundgarden will headline the Hard Rock Calling on Friday 13th July in Hyde Park.

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One of the founding bands of the infamous Seattle grunge scene of the 90s, they reunited last year after a 14-year hiatus. Also confirmed are godfathers of punk Iggy & the Stooges and Australian act Cold Chisel.

"Soundgarden was an innovator in the Seattle grunge music scene, and we are honored to have them take the 2012 Hard Rock Calling stage and add a different genre of music to an already incredibly diverse line-up," said Hamish Dodds, President and CEO of Hard Rock International. "We are also truly excited to soon announce the winner of Hard Rock Rising and give an up-and-coming band the chance to live out their dream and perform at one of the UK's most anticipated music festivals."

Live Nation's Vice President of Promotions, Toby Leighton-Pope commented, "The line up is looking really strong. We're thrilled to have Soundgarden confirmed as a headliner, after 14 years it's great to welcome them back to the UK and their first gig in Hyde Park is going to be a big one."

Bruce Springsteen returns to headline the Saturday night with support from John Fogerty, and Lady Antebellum. Sunday sees Paul Simon performing the album 'Graceland' in its entirety, along with some of his greatest hits. He'll be joined on stage by Jimmy Cliff, and Ladysmith Black Mambazo. Alison Krauss & Union Station featuring Jerry Douglas are also confirmed. There are no other acts confirmed yet for 2012.

For the line-up details, and rumours as available please click here.

The established London open air music event showcases well known international acts, and a few legends over three days, has a genuine festival feel to it. Tickets were priced at £60 for Saturday and have sold out.

The dates for the three days of Hard Rock Calling 2012 are confirmed as from Friday 13th until Sunday 15th July 2012 with gates expected to open at 1pm, the music starting at 3pm, and ending at approximately 10:30pm on all three days.

Tickets for Sunday at Hard Rock Calling are priced at £55, tickets for Friday go on sale at 9am on Friday 30th March 2012 priced at £50, and eFestivals will have links to buy them then.

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