Blink 182 are the first headline act to be announced for next years Reading and Leeds Festival.
The US pop-punk trio were confirmed tonight during a special announcement on Zane Lowe’s Radio 1 show.
Other acts confirmed for the three-day festival are Jake Bugg, Disclosure, Metronomy.
Speaking about their headline slot, Mark Hoppus of Blink 182 said:
I’m stoked to play Reading & Leeds 2014. It’s our fourth time playing the festivals, and we’re very honoured. The new year will see us in the studio preparing new music, getting ready to rock the fine people of the UK. Prepare for the fury.
As well as the first announcement of acts, today also sees the launch of the festivals new £50 deposit scheme – so if you want to get yourself confirmed for next years Reading and Leeds Festival go and pay your £50 now at Ticketmaster UK
