Machine Head originally pulled out of the UK Sonisphere because Limp Bizkit had been added to the third slot of the festival. Now, Machine Head will be returning as special guests, and will share the stage with Limp Bizkit tomorrow in Knebworth Park, United Kingdom. They will take the stage right before Limp Bizkit.

Frontman Fred Durst of Limp Bizkit stated via Twitter that he was shocked to hear that Machine Head was pulling out based on their inclusion in Sonisphere. Robb Flynn responded by way of The Frontlines with the announcement:
“We’re going to f’ng CRUSH Limp Bizkit!!!!”
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Phil Demmel collapsed on stage today during Machine Head’s last song at the Sonisphere Festival in Pori, Finland, but reports are saying that he is fine.
Phil stated to Sonisphere:
“Basically I want to apologize to all the fans for cheating them of their last song. I feel I short-changed the fans and really want to make it up for them, thanks for all the concern.”
Phil suffers from a rare condition called Cardiogenic Syncope, which causes the heart to have a sudden drop in blood flow, causing blackouts.
[via: Blabbermouth]
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