Kings of Thrash, featuring David Ellefson, Jeff Young, Fred Aching, and Chaz Leon, return to the UK and Ireland in August-September 2026 with high-energy thrash metal shows at iconic venues and festivals. Highlights include headlining the Earache Records stage at Stone Dead Festival, plus performances in London, Newport, Nuneaton, Blackpool, Ireland, and Northern Ireland. Jeff Young: 'We have fond memories of touring in the UK & Europe... Kings of Thrash can’t wait to kick out the jams.' David Ellefson: 'Great to be back where heavy metal started... We’ll see you there!'; 'Wrapping up our summer in Ireland and Northern Ireland... finish strong with friends.'