Slipknot, Korn, Nickelback, The Smashing Pumpkins, and more recently got namechecked in Kentucky senator Rand Paul’s “Festivus Report” on wasteful government spending. The bands were mentioned due to their use of the Small Business Administration’s Shuttered Venue Operators Grant, which was launched to assist the live entertainment industry during the COVID-19 pandemic. The following was…
Former Slipknot drummer Jay Weinberg recently celebrated Alex Van Halen’s induction into the Modern Drummer Hall Of Fame by performing a cover of “Running With The Devil” on the Van Halen drummer’s kit. You can see footage of that, along with an interview below. Weinberg commented: “To celebrate the music of Modern Drummer magazine’s 2023…
Slipknot are planning to celebrate the 25th anniversary of their self-titled debut album on tour next year, but it appears the band also have more in store. During a recent interview with Metal Hammer, percussionist M. Shawn “Clown” Crahan revealed that a documentary and a reissue of the album are being planned as well. Clown…
Painface, the project featuring former Slipknot vocalist Anders Colsefni, will be performing at the Patio Nightclub in Las Vegas, NV on January 27. The Darkest Day will open. Notably, Slipknot’s current singer Corey Taylor is planning to attend the concert: Hope to see everyone at this show on Jan 27th! It'll be great to have…
During a recent interview with NME, Slipknot percussionist M. Shawn “Clown” Crahan commented on firing drummer Jay Weinberg. According to him, the band are “choosing to do something different.” Clown said the following: “We are completely in reflection mode and reflection can bring tears. Reflection can bring smiles. Reflection can bring energy. Now, we are…
During a recent interview with Metal Hammer, Slipknot’s M. Shawn “Clown” Crahan offered another update on “Look Outside Your Window,” the side album that him, Corey Taylor, Jim Root, and Sid Wilson recorded during the “All Hope Is Gone“ sessions. The percussionist said the following: “It’s definitely arriving next year. You have my word. The…
As previously reported, Slipknot are planning to celebrate their 25th anniversary on a headlining tour next year. Now, during a recent interview with Kerrang!, percussionist M. Shawn “Clown” Crahan confirmed that the shows will find the band performing their self-titled debut album in full. Clown said the following: “Are you joking right now? You’re talking…
Last night (December 11), Eddie Trunk celebrated his 40th year in radio with an all-star concert at the House Of Blues in Las Vegas, NV. The event featured a number of legendary artists including: Alice Cooper, Ace Frehley (ex-KISS), Geezer Butler (Black Sabbath), Sebastian Bach (ex-Skid Row), Corey Taylor (Slipknot), Mike Portnoy (Dream Theater), Sammy…
During their December 10 show in Nashville, TN, The Bouncing Souls were joined onstage by drummer Jay Weinberg (ex-Slipknot) for a performance of “True Believers.” You can see fan-filmed footage of that below: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Jay Weinberg (@jayweinberg) [via The Pit]
Former Slipknot drummer Jay Weinberg has taken some time to reflect on the 10th anniversary of his addition to the band. You can read what he had to say below. Weinberg’s latest comments come after he was fired from the group. Weinberg said the following: “For 19 years, my goals in music and art have…
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