IRON MAIDEN and HELLYEAH are rumored to be taking part in the 2011 edition of Australia's 'Soundwave' festival, which will kick off on February 26 in Brisbane.

MAIDEN's latest official newsletter included a note that stated, "If you're of an Australian persuasion, you might want to keep an eye on the (band's official) website next week."

Meanwhile, HELLYEAH drummer Vinnie Paul Abbott reportedly confirmed during a recent meet-and-greet session with fans on the band's just-completed Australian headlining tour that the group will be part of next year's 'Soundwave' festival.

The official 'Soundwave' lineup will be announced on August 5.

So far the following acts have been confirmed for the event:

30 SECONDS TO MARS
36 CRAZYFISTS
A SKYLIT DRIVE
ALESANA
ALL THAT REMAINS
ASKING ALEXANDRIA
BAYSIDE
KYLESA
LESS THAN JAKE
MAD CADDIES
PROTEST THE HERO
THE ATARIS
THE BLACKOUT
THE BRONX
THE SWORD
THERE FOR TOMORROW
TRASH TALK
VEARA

'Soundwave' 2011 dates:

February
26 - Brisbane
27 - Sydney

March
04 - Melbourne
05 - Adelaide
07 - Perth

Source: www.BlabberMouth.Net