The announcement was made through Slam Dunk Festival’s official Instagram account, where they declared, “Slam Dunk is pleased to bring you a Christmas miracle! We’re excited to announce that @malloryknoxband will be reuniting for exclusive shows at Slam Dunk Festival 2024… With the return of original singer Mikey Chapman! Happy holidays” The reunited band will feature all the original members: Mikey Chapman, Sam Douglas, James Gillett, Joe Savins, and Dave Rawling.

Mallory Knox subsequently posted a Christmas-themed message on their Instagram, announcing the reunion and the festival appearance, captioned “MALLORY KNOX 2024. See you at @slamdunkmusic. Merry Christmas x”.

The band is set to join an impressive lineup of rock and pop-punk powerhouses at Slam Dunk 2024, featuring iconic acts like You Me At Six, The All American Rejects, Boys Like Girls, Funeral for a Friend, and State Champs. Fans can catch them all at Hatfield Park and Leeds Temple Newsam over the late May bank holiday weekend.

Known for hits like ‘Beggars’ and ‘Shout at the Moon,’  Mallory Knox left an indelible mark at Slam Dunk after their performance in 2012. The prospect of their return, following a substantial 12-year hiatus, has sparked immense excitement among fans.

The announcement of the reunion marks a surprising turn of events after the band’s official disbandment in 2019 following a somewhat scattered farewell tour. In a recently deleted post on Facebook, Mallory Knox’s statement read, “After 10 years, 4 albums and countless tours it’s time to announce that Mallory Knox has come to the end of the road. Unfortunately we’ve reached the point where we feel we’ve taken Mallory as far as we can both professionally and personally.”

Lead vocalist Mikey Chapman left the band in 2018, forming the band Sky Research, prompting lead bassist Sam Douglas to step into the role. Sam encountered health issues towards the tour’s end, leading to the cancellation of some final dates. Despite these challenges, the band bid farewell with a final show in October 2019. Now, their return to the Slam Dunk Festival in 2024 promises to be nostalgic for both Mallory Knox and their devoted fanbase.

Slam Dunk 2024 is scheduled for the dates below with tickets are available for purchase here.

25/05/2024 – Hatfield Park – Hatfield

26/05/2024- Temple Newsam – Leeds

It’s been a fairly whirlwind year for the quintet, having released their debut album Signals to critical acclaim at the turn of the year. Full to the brim of hooky choruses and emotive lyrics, there is a further treat for fans as the album shall be re-released deluxe style, with an extra five songs to keep you entertained. What lovely chaps.

The line up for the tour is a fairly stellar one as well. Main support comes from northern tykes Blitz Kids, who have unfortunately had to pull out from their tour supporting The Blackout in order to play on this tour. Rising alternative punk rockers Crooks complete the line up, ensuring that all the nights will be packed with ridiculously cheesy grins and enough singalongs to double the height of the venues. Tickets will be selling like hot cakes, so when they’re put on sale this coming Friday (30th), move fast. Dates for the tour are below.

November

Saturday 9th – Waterfront, Norwich

Sunday 10th – Cockpit, Leeds

Monday 11th – Fibbers, York

Tuesday 12th – Garage, Glasgow

Wednesday 13th – Liquid Room, Edinburgh

Friday 15th – Empire, Middlesborough

Saturday 16th – Brickyard, Carlisle

Sunday 17th – Club Academy, Manchester

Monday 18th – Club Station, Wrexham

Wednesday 20th – Sugarmill, Stoke

Thursday 21st – Kasbah, Coventry

Wednesday 22nd – The Fleece, Bristol

Thursday 23rd – Phoenix, Exeter

Friday 24th – White Rabbit, Plymouth

Saturday 25h – Roxx, Southampton

December

Wednesday 11th – The Haunts, Brighton

Thursday 12th – Islington 02 Academy, London

Wednesday 13th – Rock City, Nottingham

Thursday 14th – Corporation, Sheffield