Swedish Thrashers THE HAUNTED have confirmed they will still be the main support on SLAYER’s rescheduled UK dates.

Speaking about the dates, frontman Peter Dolving stated:
 
“This is great beyond words. Since the very first The Haunted record we’ve enjoyed great support
from Slayer and we’ve talked many times about how cool it would be to support our favorite band
in the world. Slayer are without competition the one band that’s inspired and motivated us over the years.
In many ways Slayer personify the measure by which we live and act as a band, and to finally
get to head out with these dudes is awesome, and fucking beautiful! This is going to be utter
complete fucking mayhem!”

SLAYER Vocalist/bassist Tom Araya has been under the care of a specialist for a back injury, and while he has already made substantial improvement, he is continuing on with doctor-prescribed treatment, resulting in the dates being postponed.
 
“Right now,” said Slayer’s manager, Rick Sales, “our main concern must be the full and permanent recovery of Tom, so we have decided to clear the calendar and give him the extra time he needs to concentrate solely on good health.”

Catch Slayer and The Haunted at the following shows:
 
March 2010
7 Manchester               O2 Academy   0161 832 1111
8 London                     HMV Forum   0844 847 2405
9 London                     HMV Forum   0844 847 2405
 
Apr 2010
2 Nottingham              Rock City        0871 3100 000
3 Glasgow                   Barrowland                 0871 230 7131
4 Leeds                        O2 Academy   0844 477 2000
5 Birmingham             O2 Academy   0844 477 2000
 
All tickets for the original shows are still valid.