Returned to the UK in 2009

Cancer Bats returned to the UK in 2009, after Swedish melodic metal band In Flames cancelled their April 2009 concerts, on which Cancer Bats were slated to be main support. The band is also featured on Gallows ‘ latest album Grey Britain on May 2. On August 1, Cancer Bats played a slot at the premier showing of the Sonisphere festival and at the inaugural Hevy Music Festival . Also in 2009, Cancer Bats appeared in an episode of the documentary series City Sonic , reflecting on their time at the Adrift Clubhouse. In October and November, the band supported Billy Talent on their UK and European tour. During the tour they performed several new songs from their third album, including “Darkness” and “Scared to Death”.