US metallers KILLING MACHINE have been confirmed for this years Headbangers Open Air Festival which takes place on July 29th-31st in Brande-Hörnerkirchen, near Elmshorn, Germany. The band will perform on the main stage on July 29th.

Killing Machine have recently re-grouped as a four piece after a four year hiatus. The current line up is Csaba Zvekan - Vocals, Peter Scheithauer (ex TEMPLE OF BRUTALITY / BELLADONNA) - Guitar and Jon Dette (ex-TESTAMENT / SLAYER) - Drums. The band are close to securing a new bass player to replace Dave Ellefson, who has rejoined MEGADETH. An announcement is expected imminently.

More European shows will be announced soon.

Killing Machine have already started initial work on a new album. Two new songs 'Skull and Bone' and 'Hell Raiser' can be heard at www.myspace.com/killingmachineusa.

Killing Machine have released two albums, the self titled Killing Machine in 2000 via Candlelight Records and Metalmorphis in 2006 via Mausoleum Records. The two albums featured a multitude of musicians including James Rivera (HELSTAR, VICIOUS RUMOURS), Jimmy DeGrasso (Y&T;), Juan Garcia (AGENT STEEL), Dave Ellefson (Megadeth), Stet Howland (W.A.S.P.), Mike Duda (W.A.S.P.), Mike Vescara (OBSESSION, LOUDNESS)

According to a press release, the band are priming themselves to once again deliver metallic carnage across the globe. Unashamedly wearing their heavy metal roots on their leather studded sleeves, Killing Machine combine the classic metal feel of the past with the fresh aggression of the present. Thunderous bass lines, pounding drums and explosive riffs blend with distinct heavy, melodic vocals to create driving and memorable songs. The music that Killing Machine bring to the party simply stuns - no pretentions - just pure metal entertainment!