Frontman James Hetfield says his finger ink is a "salute" to late Motorhead rocker Lemmy Kilmister.

Robert Trujillo part-paid for an Ian Dury album with four plectrums the band had used at Download.

Rock and metal groups predict what the next two decades might look like after Download Festival.

The charity's founder says the US megastars have helped it "keep the lights on" during a tough time.

People living up to 15 miles (24km) away have been commenting on how they can hear the music.

Architects frontman Sam Carter says the band's co-headline slot is a chance to prove themselves.

Download festivalgoers pledge to "belt it out" along with the band in memory of Marilyn Rochester.

National Highways is issuing the advice ahead of the four-day festival, which attracts around 100,000 people.