ProgPower USA XII, set to take place September 14-17 2011 at Center Stage in Atlanta, GA, has announced its first bands. Here's the official press release:

A special U.S. exclusive show from Swedish progressive/experimental metallers Therion, a rare appearance from pre-Nevermore cult band, Sanctuary, and the first confirmed reunion show of Norwegian avant-garde metal originators, Arcturus, have been announced for ProgPower USA XII.

"ProgPower USA is definitely one of the better organized festivals we have attended and was a highlight on our first US-tour. We feel honored to have been invited again, and will prepare something special for the event, as this is the one and only chance for our US-fans to see us live in their Country," comments Therion's Christofer Johnsson.

Arcturus vocalist, ICS Vortex (real name Simen Hestnaes) adds, "Beloved freaks! ProgPower USA 2011 will host the first Arcturus concert in 5 years. This is our first performance in the United States, and since we're all retarded, probably the last."


Bands confirmed include: Therion, Sanctuary, Arcturus, Dream Evil, Labyrinth, Mob Rules, Eldritch, While Heaven Wept, Red Circuit, Voyager, Haken and Creation's End.


North America's premier progressive and power metal event returns to Center Stage in Atlanta, Georgia Sept. 14-17th, 2011. Complete event information will be released via the ProgPower USA website re-launch in the coming weeks.

Source:	progpowerusa.com
Event:	ProgPower USA XII