Slipknot percussionist M. Shawn “Clown” Crahan and Vended drummer Simon Crahan are sitting out their current Australian shows due to a family emergency. Slipknot have yet to comment on Clown’s absence, but Vended did issue a statement regarding Simon:
“Australia Unfortunately due to a family emergency Simon will not be performing with us in Australia. We will continue with a fill in drummer for the next few shows thank you for understanding, see you soon. Vended“