Masked metallers Slipknot have been forced to postpone their previously rescheduled upcoming ‘Knotfest Japan’ gathering to 2022.
A statement from KnotfestJapan.com reads as follows:
As a result of the ongoing situation with the coronavirus mandates in Japan and around the world, after thorough discussions with KNOTFEST organizers & Slipknot’s concern for the safety of the fans, artists, staff and everyone involved, we regretfully announce the postponement of KNOTFEST JAPAN 2020 scheduled for January 10th 2021 and January 11th 2021 at Makuhari Messe.
We understand a second postponement is difficult news. Slipknot, their management, and our entire staff sincerely apologize for any inconveniences this has caused the fans that have been looking forward to the event.
The new show dates are as follows:
KNOTFEST JAPAN 2022
VENUE: Makuhari Messe International Exhibition Hall 9-11＜January 11th (Mon) 2021 ROADSHOW＞
Postponed to→April 9th (Sat) 2022 ROADSHOW Doors 12:00pm / Start 2:00pm
ARTISTS: SLIPKNOT(Headliner) / and more…
*Doors / Start times are subject to change.＜January 10th (Sun) 2021 FESTIVAL＞
Postponed to→April 10th (Sun) 2022 FESTIVAL Doors 9:00am / Start 11:00am
ARTISTS: SLIPKNOT(Headliner) / and more…
*Doors / Start times are subject to change.For people who wish to keep their tickets, please store your purchased tickets in a safe place as they will be honored for the rescheduled dates.
For people who wish to receive a refund, ticket refunds will be available between 10:00AM on December 2nd (Wed) 2020 and 11:59PM January 12th (Tue) 2021.For details please refer to the ticketing company’s procedure with whom you purchased your ticket. Please apply for your refund during the refund period, as refunds will not be made after.
Refund period: 10:00AM on December 2nd (Wed) 2020 to 11:59PM on January 12th (Tue) 2021
Information regarding refunds for tickets by【eplus】and【Lawson Ticket】English ticket sites
Overseas customers that have ordered tickets from the Lawson Ticket and eplus English ticket sites will be sent an email (to the address registered at the time of purchase) explaining refund procedure.
Please apply for your refund during the refund period, as refunds will not be made after.
Refunds will be made to the credit card you used for your original purchase. Since the time it takes for refunds to be applied to your account can vary by company, we suggest that you check your credit card statement carefully.We apologize for any inconveniences and appreciate your understanding.
H.I.P.
In more news, the Knot have recently announced the first-ever ‘Knotfest Brazil’ for December 19, 2021. “In addition to Slipknot headlining the inaugural Knotfest Brazil, the line-up will also feature nine other bands and 12 hours of music,” states the official announcement. Get more info HERE.
Concert photo by Johnny Perilla
