Slipknot - page 9

The ironic story of when Slipknot’s Clown almost gouged his eye out playing, you guessed it, Eyeless

By Matt Mills published 11 July 23

Slipknot percussionist Shawn “Crown” Crahan smashed his face in during a set – then suffered even further when some maniac licked the wound.

Have internet sleuths figured out the new Slipknot keyboardist's identity?

By Rich Hobson published 4 July 23

A now deleted Instagram shot from Tortilla Man has dropped a massive hint on the identity of Slipknot's new keyboardist

Corey Taylor thinks he has "maybe five years” of touring with Slipknot, says he'll help the band find a replacement

By Liz Scarlett published 3 July 23

Slipknot frontman Corey Taylor thinks he only has about half a decade before he's not able to tour due to how "exhausting" and physically demanding it is

"I will follow him into battle every day": Corey Taylor shares his love for his son Griffin, frontman of Vended

By Paul Brannigan published 30 June 23

"I'm just so proud that he has found the thing that makes his heart sing"

Download Festival and The Heavy Metal Truants launch charity auction with memorabilia from Iron Maiden, Metallica, Black Sabbath, Slipknot, Kiss and more

By Liz Scarlett published 29 June 23

Download Festival and The Heavy Metal Truants kick off a huge auction in aid of kids charities, with items from some of the biggest name in metal up for grabs

10 times nu metal got surprisingly emotional

By Merlin Alderslade published 29 June 23

From stirring covers of classic ballads to team-ups that made our hearts sing, here's all the proof you need that nu metal can hit us right in the feels

Slipknot's Purity: how a fake murder story fooled the world, inspired a classic 'Knot song and got the band sued

By Matt Mills published 27 June 23

Purity was a highlight of Slipknot's incredible debut album, before the track mysteriously disappeared from reissues. The reason why was pretty bizarre

Jay Weinberg on playing drums for Slipknot: "I never felt overawed by the pressure to replace Joey"

By Merlin Alderslade published 23 June 23

Jay Weinberg is used to high-pressure situations, even if it means joining one of the world's biggest and most chaotic metal bands

Slipknot's 1999 self-titled debut album, and Corey Taylor onstage

Slipknot planning 2024 world tour to mark 25th anniversary of Roadrunner debut

By Simon Young published 20 June 23

Corey Taylor accidentally revealed band’s plans during recent interview

Slipknot, Gojira and King Diamond album artworks

A beginner's guide to Roadrunner Records in five essential albums

By Matt Mills published 20 June 23

Metal's most celebrated label has put out dozens of genre-defining classics. Here are the five that tell its story

Corey Taylor voices his support as Slipknot's original vocalist Anders Colsefni unveils plans to perform Mate. Feed. Kill. Repeat in full to honour Joey Jordison and Paul Gray

By Liz Scarlett published 19 June 23

OG Slipknot frontman Anders Colsefni will perform the Iowan band's 1996 album Mate. Feed. Kill. Repeat in full on the Nu-Metal Mayhem tour in tribute to Joey Jordison and Paul Gray

Shawn 'Clown' Crahan steps away from Slipknot's European tour again, to be with his wife: "See you soon and hail Slipknot"

By Paul Brannigan published 18 June 23

Shawn Crahan tells fans that he's leaving Slipknot's tour to return to Iowa

Dolly Parton/Slipknot/Nita Strauss/Black Veil Brides/Conquer Divide

The 20 best new metal songs you need to hear right now (yes, including Dolly Parton)

By Rich Hobson published 16 June 23

Dolly Parton and Rob Halford, Slipknot and Nita Strauss are among the best new metal songs this week. Plus, vote for your favourite!

This footage of Slipknot making 90,000 people jump up at Download shows they seem to be doing just fine

By Merlin Alderslade published 14 June 23

After a turbulent week, videos emerging from Slipknot's triumphant headline set at Download show they are putting their troubles behind them

Slipknot just proved they are the ultimate Download Festival headliner (yet again)

By Rich Hobson published 12 June 23

Nine masks. Eighteen songs. 100,000 metal fans: Slipknot just proved they are the ultimate Download Festival band.

A still from the Slipknot 'Death March' video

Slipknot launch new Adderall EP accompanied by disturbing Death March video

By Fraser Lewry published 9 June 23

The strange goings-on in the world of Slipknot continue with the launch of a 20-minute EP and a website featuring a disturbing video with an extremely ominous soundtrack

Corey Taylor live on stage with Slipknot

Slipknot's first European show of 2023: no Clown, no Craig, a new member and some rare songs (videos and setlist inside)

By Merlin Alderslade published 8 June 23

Slipknot's first show of their 2023 European tour was certainly one for the history books!

Slipknot have posted a photo of a possible new member and no one knows what's going on

By Fraser Lewry published 8 June 23

After apparently firing Craig Jones then deleting the announcement, Slipknot have posted a photo of his replacement. Or have they?

Slipknot announce departure of Craig Jones, then delete announcement

By Merlin Alderslade last updated 7 June 23

Updated Slipknot took to social media to announce that longtime samplist Craig Jones had left the band, but have since removed the messages

Clown to sit out upcoming Slipknot dates

By Merlin Alderslade published 7 June 23

"I’ll be back on the road as soon as I can"

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