The Killers have been confirmed as headliners at this year's Hove Festival in Norway.

A statement issued on the Las Vegas band's website simply reads: "The Killers are pleased to announce a headline performance at Hove 09 in Norway. We look forward to seeing you there on Tuesday 23rd of June. "

Already confirmed for the festival are Slipknot, Bring Me The Horizon, Disturbed, Metronomy, Crookers and Hockey.

Hove Festival takes place on the island of Tromøya on the southern coast of Norway from June 22-25.

Headliners at Hove Festival in recent years have included Jay Z, Beck, Amy Winehouse, Arcade Fire, Kaiser Chiefs, Queens of The Stone Age and Slayer.

(by Scott Colothan)