Rock legends **Whitesnake** have officially announced a massive **world tour** to celebrate the **40th anniversary** of their groundbreaking 1984 album, *Slide It In*. The tour, set to kick off in **early 2025**, will see the band perform across **North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia**, bringing fans a nostalgic yet electrifying experience of their classic hits.
### **A Milestone in Rock History**
Released in **1984**, *Slide It In* became one of Whitesnake’s most successful albums, selling over **4 million copies worldwide** and producing legendary hits like **”Love Ain’t No Stranger,” “Slow an’ Easy,”** and **”Guilty of Love.”** The album was a defining moment for the band, marking their transition into a harder-edged rock sound that would later lead to their massive success in the late 1980s.
Frontman **David Coverdale**, who founded Whitesnake in **1978**, expressed his excitement about the upcoming tour, stating:
*”I can’t believe it’s been 40 years since we released *Slide It In*! It was a crucial album for us, and it paved the way for what Whitesnake would become. This tour is all about celebrating the music, the fans, and the amazing journey we’ve had together.”*
### **Epic Setlist and Special Guests**
The **setlist** for the tour is expected to include all the classics from *Slide It In*, as well as Whitesnake’s biggest hits like **”Here I Go Again,” “Still of the Night,”** and **”Is This Love.”** The band has also hinted at special guest appearances from former members and legendary rock musicians, making this a must-see event for fans of classic rock.
### **Final Tour for Whitesnake?**
While Coverdale has previously hinted at **retirement**, he reassured fans that this tour is about **celebration, not farewell**. However, he also acknowledged that it could be one of the band’s last major tours.
Tickets for Whitesnake’s **40th Anniversary Slide It In World Tour** will go on sale **next month**, with VIP packages offering exclusive backstage access and memorabilia.
**Get ready to rock—Whitesnake is back!** 🎸🔥
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