Sunderland’s very own The Futureheads are returning home to Wearside this summer, in a supporting role for American music giants Red Hot Chili Peppers at the Stadium of Light on Sunday 24th June 2012.
 
The four-piece guitar band, who are Sunderland fans, have a long association with the football club, having previously graced the Stadium of Light in May 2005, performing a live set prior to the final game of the 2004-05 season, as the Black Cats lifted The Championship trophy.
 
Their top 20 single ‘Beginning of the Twist’ is blasted out before every home game as Sunderland’s players walk out onto the pitch and is instantly recognisable amongst the club’s loyal following. Although The Futurehead's recently released album 'Rant' sported an acapella sound, this summer show will be a full band electric set. 

The group met at City of Sunderland College, playing their first gigat Ashbrooke Cricket and Rugby Club in December 2000. They also performed at BBC Radio One's One Big Weekend, which was held in Sunderland in May 2005.

Singer and band founder Barry Hyde said: “I'm absolutely over the moon to be supporting the Red Hot Chili Peppers at the Stadium of Light. The Stadium is an icon of the city and playing there will be a thrill and a joy.”