Slam Dunk Italy is bringing a heavyweight dose of pop-punk, ska-punk and alternative rock back to the Milan area in 2027, with SIMPLE PLAN, BILLY TALENT, THE INTERRUPTERS and THE SUICIDE MACHINES confirmed for the festival’s first announcement.
Taking place on Friday 11 June at Kozel Carroponte in Sesto San Giovanni, just outside Milan, the one-day event will mark the fourth Italian edition of Slam Dunk. With four internationally recognised bands already on the bill, the festival is promising a packed day for fans of punchy guitar riffs, huge choruses and punk rock energy, with more names still to come.
SIMPLE PLAN LEAD THE ITALIAN LINE-UP
Canadian pop-punk favourites SIMPLE PLAN will headline the Italian edition, bringing a catalogue filled with songs that have become anthems for a generation of alternative music fans. Tracks such as Welcome to My Life, I’d Do Anything and I’m Just a Kid remain staples of the band’s live shows, combining infectious hooks with the emotional edge that helped define early-2000s pop-punk.
The timing is particularly fitting, with the band celebrating the 25th anniversary of their debut album, No Pads, No Helmets…Just Balls, in 2027. Their appearance gives Italian fans another opportunity to experience the songs that helped establish SIMPLE PLAN as one of the defining acts of the genre.
THE INTERRUPTERS BRING SKA-PUNK SPIRIT
Los Angeles ska-punk band THE INTERRUPTERS are also heading to Italy, marking their first Italian show in four years. Known for their spirited live performances and the distinctive vocals of Aimee Interrupter, the band have built a strong international following by blending punk urgency with upbeat ska rhythms.
Their return comes as they begin a new chapter. The band have released Warrior Spirit, produced by Rancid’s Tim Armstrong, with additional production contributions from Travis Barker of Blink-182 and Brett Gurewitz of Bad Religion. The track previews their forthcoming fifth studio album, expected in early 2027.
BILLY TALENT MAKE A WELCOME RETURN
Canadian rockers BILLY TALENT will return to Italy after their previous appearance at Slam Dunk Italy in 2023. The band have spent more than two decades building a reputation for explosive performances, sharp guitar work and an alternative rock sound that moves effortlessly between melodic hooks and punk intensity.
Songs including Fallen Leaves, Red Flag, Try Honesty and Rusted from the Rain have become firm fan favourites, making their return a major draw for anyone who has followed the band’s career. Their inclusion also reinforces Slam Dunk’s long-standing connection with the international alternative rock scene.
THE SUICIDE MACHINES COMPLETE THE FIRST WAVE
Rounding out the first four names are Detroit ska-punk and ska-core veterans THE SUICIDE MACHINES. Renowned for their fast-paced sound and politically charged punk spirit, the band have remained an influential name in the genre since emerging in the early 1990s.
Their appearance follows the 30th anniversary celebrations for their landmark debut album, Destruction by Definition, which helped establish their place in the ska-punk movement. With songs such as No Face, New Girl and High Top Shoes in their catalogue, their set should provide another high-energy highlight.
ONE DAY OF PUNK ROCK IN MILAN
Slam Dunk Italy 2027 takes place at Kozel Carroponte on Friday 11 June, bringing the festival back to Sesto San Giovanni for its fourth Italian edition. The venue previously hosted the event in 2025, and its return gives fans a full day of alternative music within easy reach of Milan.
The organisers have also announced plans for an official afterparty, extending the celebrations beyond the main festival programme.
With SIMPLE PLAN, BILLY TALENT, THE INTERRUPTERS and THE SUICIDE MACHINES already confirmed, Slam Dunk Italy has made a strong start. Further artists are expected to join the bill, adding to a line-up that already spans pop-punk nostalgia, melodic alternative rock and classic ska-punk energy.
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