Another Colchester Castle Summer Series headliner will bring Hollywood stars to the city this summer.
American rock supergroup Hollywood Vampires will top the bill as the popular concert series returns this year.
Stars Alice Cooper, Johnny Depp, Joe Perry and Tommy Henriksen will kick off their first live shows in almost three years with Punk Goth-rock icons The Damned in support.
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Hollywood Vampires said: “After almost three years away, we’re finally coming back to tour the UK and Europe.
“We’re looking forward to Incredible crowds, massive energy and more unforgettable nights.
“See you all soon.”
Tickets for the gig on August 21 will be available from January 22 at 10m at the event’s presale.
Hollywood Vampires formed in 2012, taking its name from a celebrity drinking club Alice Cooper started in the 1970s.
The club counted famous musicians including The Who drummer Keith Moon, Ringo Starr, The Monkees singer Micky Dolenz and Harry Nilsson.
Hollywood Vampires are joining BRIT award winner Becky Hill, who will take the stage on August 22, 80s music star Billy Ocean, who will perform on August 20, and dance music icon Fatboy Slim, who has been announced for August 29.
More than 60,000 people went last year, hailed as a boost for the city’s economy and culture.
The series of eight concerts saw headline performances from The Smashing Pumpkins, Busted, Craig David, Tom Jones, Texas, and Madness.
Further acts for this year’s event are yet to be announced.
The event’s organisers, Soundcrash and Supermodified, said the debut run “has firmly established itself as a highlight of the UK’s live music calendar”.
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