US ROCKERS Kings of Leon have been named as the first headline act of next year's Isle of Wight Festival.
The Festival takes place from June 10-12, 2011 and tickets to see the Tenessee four piece go I on sale this Friday.
Kings of Leon's fifth album 'Come Around Sundown' became their 3rd consecutive album to debut at No.1 when it topped the UK charts upon release. The second single from their album, entitled 'Pyro' will be released on December 6.
John Giddings, the Festival promoter, says; "We are proud to bring one of the world's biggest rock bands to the island on our tenth anniversary. It is an incredible way to start the weekend, I can't wait!"
2011 will be an extra special year for the festival as it celebrates its 10th birthday in style.
The Isle of Wight Festival is renowned year on year for its eclectic & electric line-up, mixing iconic artists with up and coming acts to make a truly original festival that appeal to all types of music lovers and this year will be no exception.
It is one of the most distinctive and best-loved festivals on the calendar.
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