SLIPKNOT'S KNOTFEST:
BAND PERFORMANCE TIMES REVEALED

COMPLETE ROSTER OF FESTIVAL SPONSORS ANNOUNCED

FOR THREE DAY DESTINATION FESTIVAL
FRIDAY OCTOBER 24 THROUGH SUNDAY OCTOBER 26
AT SAN MANUEL AMPHITHEATER & CAMPGROUNDS
IN SAN BERNARDINO, CA

Slipknot's KNOTFEST—the most cutting edge heavy music festival in America—has revealed band performance times for the three day destination festival to be held October 24-26 at San Manuel Amphitheater & Campgrounds in San Bernardino, CA. In addition, the complete roster of KNOTFEST sponsors have been announced. Nearly a dozen sponsors will be on hand, offering promotions and additional activities for KNOTFEST attendees.

KNOTFEST—powered by Rockstar Energy Drink and hosted by Jose Mangin (SiriusXM) and Lou Brutus (hardDrive)—boasts a massive lineup of over 50 bands playing on five stages on Saturday and Sunday. Some of the biggest names in metal—including Slipknot, Danzig, Five Finger Death Punch, Volbeat, Of Mice & Men, Anthrax and dozens more—will take the stage at KNOTFEST, highlighted by Slipknot's Stage 001 closing sets on both nights. In addition, A Friday night VIP Pre-Party Bash will feature exclusive performances from Suicide Silence, The Black Dahlia Murder and more, as well as other activities for those that have purchased VIP or Camping Packages.

As previously announced, Slipknot will perform unique sets each night, featuring brand new music and an entirely new stage set and experience. In addition, all KNOTFEST online ticket purchasers will receive a digital download of the new Slipknot album (due out October 21).

The daily band performance times for KNOTFEST are as follows (subject to change):

Friday, October 24

(VIP Pre-Party for those that have purchased VIP or Camping Packages)

Stage 003

Stage 002

Saturday, October 25

Stage 005

Stage 004

Stage 003

Stage 002

Stage 001

Sunday, October 26

Stage 005

Stage 004

Stage 003

Stage 002

Stage 001

Note: Slidebar's The Battle For KNOTFEST 2014 winner Bloodscribe will also perform at the festival. Details are TBA.

The complete roster of sponsors for Slipknot's KNOTFEST has also been announced. Sponsors include Rockstar Energy Drink, f.y.e., Legator, The Slidebar Rock-N-Roll Kitchen, Fxck Cancer, Ole Smoky Tennessee Moonshine, Headbang For The Highway, Musicians Institute, Kinetik, Zippo Encore and Pabst Blue Ribbon. Here is some additional information about this year's sponsors:

• Rockstar Energy Drink

  Rockstar Energy Drink is designed for those who lead active lifestyles — from Athletes to Rockstars. Available in over 20 flavors at convenience and grocery outlets in over 30 countries, Rockstar supports the Rockstar lifestyle across the globe through Action Sports, Motor Sports, and Live Music. For more information visit: www.RockstarEnergy.com.

• f.y.e.

  Why settle for just seeing your favorite bands at KNOTFEST when you can meet them too? Visit the f.y.e. tent for each day's schedule of artist autograph sessions. Pick up the latest CDs, DVDs and vinyl from your favorite KNOTFEST acts. Follow @Officialfye on Twitter for updated signing info all day long. Upload photos from the f.y.e. tent on Instagram tagging @Officialfye and #FYEonTOUR for your chance to win great prizes!

• Legator

  After an epic summer with the Rockstar Mayhem Festival, Legator Guitars is back to bring the noise to San Manuel Amphitheater. Sharing a core fan base concentrated with musicians and guitar enthusiasts, KNOTFEST provides the perfect opportunity for Legator to continue to engage and solidify the brand amongst this captivated audience. With 3 days of activities, KNOTFEST fosters an exciting environment for companies to interact and place their product into the hands of thousands of fans and potential customers (an experience essential to guitar buyers). For a company entering its third year, and a festival entering its second, one thing is essential: momentum. Partnering with KNOTFEST has allowed Legator Guitars to continue growth and exposure with their biggest supporters — the metal and hard rock community.

• The Slidebar Rock-N-Roll Kitchen

  Located in the historic SoCo District of downtown Fullerton, the Slidebar was established in 2006 with a simple premise: great food, great music, great company. What began as The Reagan Years, a retro video game arcade complete with Galaga and Pac-Man machines, evolved into one of Southern California's thriving live music venues. In the vein of Orange County staples like Linda's Doll Hut, The Cuckoo's Nest, and The Golden Bear, the Slidebar has now become an entertainment destination boasting three stages and nightly entertainment from mainstage headliners and regional upstarts. Providing an unpretentious, intimate concert experience, every show at Slidebar is free for fans.
  www.SlidebarFullerton.com

• Fxck Cancer

  The F C Cancer Foundation's mission is to fight cancer by raising awareness and to educate about early cancer detection, ultimately putting an end to late stage cancer diagnosis. Through our Dyin 2 Live (wish granting/dream) program, we look to enrich the lives of those fighting cancer by offering them an experience that will bring joy, hope, inspiration, and courage into their lives. In doing this, the program hopes it can help give the cancer fighter a chance to forget, even if it's only for a day, what they are battling. We hope it can be used as a source of inspiration to those needing a brighter day in their darkest hour.
  www.FxckCancer.org
  www.Dyin2Live.org

• Ole Smoky Tennessee Moonshine

  Ole Smoky Tennessee Moonshine nationally retails thirteen flavors of moonshine made using authentic East Tennessee recipes, jarred and shipped directly from the company's famed Gatlinburg distillery. The Ole Smoky Moonshine™ distillery, known as The Holler™, is America's most visited distillery and produces the brand's signature flavors. Original Moonshine (100 proof), White Lightnin'™ (100 proof), the Lightnin' Line (80 proof)—Strawberry Lightnin', Lemon Drop Lightnin' and Hunch Punch Lightnin'™—and the 40 proof line including Moonshine Cherries™, Peach Moonshine™, Apple Pie Moonshine™, Blackberry Moonshine™, Pineapple Moonshine, Watermelon Moonshine, Sweet Tea Moonshine and Charred Moonshine™, are available selectively in 49 states and Canada. Ole Smoky Tennessee Moonshine can be found at local retailers and is sampled and is sold at some of the biggest music and sporting events in the country. True to its roots, each Ole Smoky Moonshine flavor is born from the hand-crafted recipes of the Tennessee families who have been filling moonshine jars and jugs in the Smoky Mountains for more than a century. For more information about the brand, please visit http://www.olesmoky.com. Find them on social media:
  Facebook.com/olesmoky,
  Twitter.com/olesmoky,
  Instagram.com/olesmokymoonshine.

• Headbang For The Highway

  Headbang for the Highway is the nation's premiere developmental program for metal, and this year they have teamed up with Zippo Encore to showcase some of the best bands from across the country at KNOTFEST. The Headbang for the Highway stage presented by Zippo Encore will feature performances from the Faceless, Fire From the Gods, Dead for Denver, Motograter, A Threat to the Enemy, Kings of Carnage, Still Not Dead and many more! Be a part of the excitement and join in on the Halloween spirit with some chaos! #AreyouAlumni

• Musicians Institute

  Founded in the heart of Hollywood in 1977, Musicians Institute (MI) is a College of Contemporary Music. This unique college offers a complete education in every aspect of the music industry, including instrumental performance, composing for video games, audio engineering, guitar building, music business, and training in the latest music technology. Through real-world experience and guidance from working professionals, students can earn a variety of degrees and certificates, while taking advantage of networking opportunities at MI's state-of-the-art Hollywood campus. MI connects students to the global music industry with all the tools they need to enhance their careers and pursue their artistic dreams. For more information, visit www.mi.edu.

  Mission Statement:
  Musicians Institute is dedicated to inspiring artistic and academic excellence while preparing students for careers in the music and entertainment industry. Our cutting-edge educational offerings provide the information, skills and expertise necessary for musicians and creative professionals to achieve their goals. We strive to develop a diverse array of talented individuals who can enrich the global community with their artistic contributions.

• Kinetik®

  Kinetik®, a trusted UPG brand, brings power to the masses for all of their 12V power needs. Through its lifestyle cult following, Kinetik® has become one of the most revered battery brands on the market today! Looking to give your car, motorcycle, ATV and more the power they demand? Kinetik® has you covered—engineered to provide expanded options for powering quality aftermarket electronics, motor sports, power sports, and beyond.

  Kinetik® congratulates Michael Ayers for being the first winner of 2 GA Tickets to KNOTFEST compliments of Kinetik®! We don't stop there, as we launched our final contest for 2 VIP TICKETS, VIP ACCESS, and Kinetik® Swag pack on WED OCT 8th. Head over to Facebook and follow @knotfest and @kinetikpower for your chance to win just like Michael did!

  Kinetik® is proud to be a part of this year's KNOTFEST, and is ready to rage with you as this happening awakens your darkest senses! Be sure to stop by the Junk Yard Drum Circle powered by Kinetik® and test your percussion skills on the battery drum racks alongside Slipknot's own Clown and even the staff from Kinetik®.

• Zippo Encore

  One of the most recognized brands in the world, Zippo was founded in the fall of 1932 by George G. Blaisdell in Bradford, PA, where it has manufactured over 500 million windproof lighters. With the exception of improvements to the flint wheel and modifications in case finishes, the product remains unchanged and is backed by the company's famous lifetime guarantee — "It works, or we fix it free.™" Zippo's diverse product line includes lighter accessories; butane candle lighters; watches, fragrance, and lifestyle accessories for men; and a robust line of heat and flame products for outdoor enthusiasts. Zippo markets in over 160 countries and also owns the Ronson brand of lighters and fuel and W.R. Case and Sons Cutlery Company, both based in Bradford, PA. For more information, visit www.Zippo.com.

KNOTFEST tickets are on sale now and going fast at www.knotfest.com. A limited number of VIP packages are still available. Camping packages and pit tickets are SOLD OUT.

Doors open at 11:00 AM each day and the show runs until 12:30 AM on Saturday and 11:30 PM on Sunday.

KNOTFEST is a short drive from San Francisco, Las Vegas, Phoenix, Tucson, San Diego, the San Joaquin Valley, and many more cities in the Southwestern USA.

For the most up-to-date information, visit:

• www.knotfest.com
• www.facebook.com/KNOTFEST
• www.twitter.com/KNOTFEST