"I know the dates, so I know it’s gonna be good..."
Tickets for this year's run of special gigs go on sale this week
The guitar icon catches up with NME about the band's future with Frank Carter, the impact of Danny Boyle's 'Pistol' biopic, plus his thoughts on Trump's America and John Lydon's politics
The additional dates include further shows in Torquay, Brighton, Warrington and Cheltenham
The French metal music festival will take place next June
They'll be joined by Public Enemy, Rivals Sons and Sex Pistols featuring Frank Carter
Today's announcement marks the first time in five years the festival has released a preview of their line-up this early
Other artists confirmed include Megadeth, Dream Theater, Weezer and Sex Pistols
Following the 2025 line-up being shared, Copping talks to NME about tackling fan expectations, the decision for Sleep Token to top the bill, and the female-fronted band he sees as a future headliner
“Our band has been a celebration of being alive no matter the circumstances”