Venom are playing Bloodstock 2016

We can reveal that the first band to be announced for next year is the mighty Venom!

Shortly after Sabaton finished their fire-filled set on the Friday of this year’s Bloodstock the below video played and the secret is now out - the pioneers of black metal are gracing Catton Park next year in a UK festival exclusive. Satan be praised!

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