Slipknot have announced that they’ve parted ways with drummer Jay Weinberg, calling it a “creative decision.”
On Sunday (November 5th), the band posted the following statement to its social pages:
“We would like to thank Jay Weinberg for his dedication and passion over the past ten years. No one can ever replace Joey Jordison’s original sound, style or energy, but Jay honored Joey’s parts and contributed to the last three albums and we, the band, and the fans appreciate it. But as ever, Slipknot is intent on evolving. The band has decided to make a creative decision, and to part ways with Jay. We wish Jay all the best and are very excited for what the future holds.”
Weinberg had been a member of Slipknot for nearly a decade, joining the band in 2014 following the departure of founding drummer Joey Jordison. He played on three of the...
On Sunday (November 5th), the band posted the following statement to its social pages:
“We would like to thank Jay Weinberg for his dedication and passion over the past ten years. No one can ever replace Joey Jordison’s original sound, style or energy, but Jay honored Joey’s parts and contributed to the last three albums and we, the band, and the fans appreciate it. But as ever, Slipknot is intent on evolving. The band has decided to make a creative decision, and to part ways with Jay. We wish Jay all the best and are very excited for what the future holds.”
Weinberg had been a member of Slipknot for nearly a decade, joining the band in 2014 following the departure of founding drummer Joey Jordison. He played on three of the...
- 11/5/2023
- by Spencer Kaufman
- Consequence - Music
Since forming in 1999, Slipknot have famously boasted a large lineup — almost always consisting of nine members. While there have been significant changes through the years, one member who seems irreplaceable is frontman Corey Taylor — or maybe not?
Bassist Paul Gray tragically died in 2010, while drummer Joey Jordison (who would later pass away in 2021) parted ways with the band in 2013. In recent years, percussionist Chris Fehn and keyboardist Craig Jones were let go from the masked metal act. Each time, Slipknot have found a replacement and persevered as a band.
In a new interview with Rock Antenne (watch below), Corey Taylor discussed the future of Slipknot and what it would look like if other longtime members, including himself, decided to step away.
Speaking hypothetically, Taylor suggested that if he were to retire from Slipknot, he would gladly seek out his own replacement. Of course, such a scenario would only unfold if...
Bassist Paul Gray tragically died in 2010, while drummer Joey Jordison (who would later pass away in 2021) parted ways with the band in 2013. In recent years, percussionist Chris Fehn and keyboardist Craig Jones were let go from the masked metal act. Each time, Slipknot have found a replacement and persevered as a band.
In a new interview with Rock Antenne (watch below), Corey Taylor discussed the future of Slipknot and what it would look like if other longtime members, including himself, decided to step away.
Speaking hypothetically, Taylor suggested that if he were to retire from Slipknot, he would gladly seek out his own replacement. Of course, such a scenario would only unfold if...
- 7/5/2023
- by Jon Hadusek
- Consequence - Music
Slipknot announced have parted ways with keyboardist Craig Jones, who had been a member of the band since 1996. The masked metal outfit gave no reason for the split in a social media post that was almost immediately taken down, but quickly debuted a new member at their European tour kickoff on Wednesday night (June 7th) at the Nova Rock festival in Austria.
The note posted on Slipknot’s social media pages on Wednesday, June 7th (before it was deleted) stated, “To our fans, Slipknot is announcing that we have parted ways with Craig Jones. We wish Jones all the best for the future.”
Shortly after sharing the news of Jones’ exit, the band took the stage in Austria with a new mystery member, whose masked image they shared on their social pages. On Thursday morning (June 8th), the band also shared a eerie video with a “Slipknot” backdrop in the background.
The note posted on Slipknot’s social media pages on Wednesday, June 7th (before it was deleted) stated, “To our fans, Slipknot is announcing that we have parted ways with Craig Jones. We wish Jones all the best for the future.”
Shortly after sharing the news of Jones’ exit, the band took the stage in Austria with a new mystery member, whose masked image they shared on their social pages. On Thursday morning (June 8th), the band also shared a eerie video with a “Slipknot” backdrop in the background.
- 6/8/2023
- by Spencer Kaufman
- Consequence - Music
When percussionist Chris Fehn left Slipknot earlier this year, he was replaced by an unidentified musician who has been affectionately dubbed “Tortilla Man” (a commentary on his textured mask). After months of speculation, it looks like the mystery member’s identity has finally been uncovered. Related Article: Shawn “Clown” Crahan Slams Journalist for Asking the Identity […]
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- 8/22/2019
- by Josh Millican
- DreadCentral.com
On the eve of a massive resurgence last Spring, long-time Slipknot percussionist Chris Fehn was ousted after suing bandmates Corey Taylor and Shawn “Clown” Crahan over alleged dishonest business practices. And while Slipknot has been demolishing stages worldwide with Fehn’s replacement (an unknown recruit dubbed “Tortilla Man”) Fehn has remained silent–until now! Related Article: Chris […]
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- 8/12/2019
- by Josh Millican
- DreadCentral.com
Slipknot staged their first concert in nearly three years Friday on Jimmy Kimmel Live, where the band played new single “Unsainted” and 2018’s “All Out Life” for the first time live.
Slipknot’s Kimmel mini-set, the band’s first live gig since November 2016, follows the announcement earlier this week of their upcoming sixth album We Are Not Your Kind, due out August 9th, and the video for its first single “Unsainted.”
Slipknot last released .5: The Gray Chapter in 2014; on Halloween, the band unveiled the standalone single “All Out Life.
Slipknot’s Kimmel mini-set, the band’s first live gig since November 2016, follows the announcement earlier this week of their upcoming sixth album We Are Not Your Kind, due out August 9th, and the video for its first single “Unsainted.”
Slipknot last released .5: The Gray Chapter in 2014; on Halloween, the band unveiled the standalone single “All Out Life.
- 5/18/2019
- by Daniel Kreps
- Rollingstone.com
The recent legal dispute between Slipknot percussionist Chris Fehn and bandmates Corey Taylor and Shawn Crahan has been spun into a full-on conspiracy theory. Some have hypothesized that the entire situation is a publicity stunt. You might think that the band’s reemergence in a new music video (“Unsainted” hit the internet and airways yesterday) these […] The post Who is the New Mystery Member of Slipknot? appeared first on Dread Central.
- 5/17/2019
- by Josh Millican
- DreadCentral.com
Slipknot is about to kick off a new tour in support of a new album, so in many ways, it’s a great time to be a maggot (aka Slipknot fan). You just have to ignore the depressing legal drama being waged behind the scenes between (former?) percussionist Chris Fehn and his bandmates. Related Article: Slipknot […] The post “Slipshack!” YouTuber Perfectly Mashes Slipknot with The B-52s for Shredding & Groovy Good Time! appeared first on Dread Central.
- 5/14/2019
- by Josh Millican
- DreadCentral.com
When Slipknot plays on Jimmy Kimmel Live this Friday (May 17th) it’ll be the band’s first performance in over 3 years. We’ll also be getting our first look at the band’s new masks, something fans have been anxious to see for months! Related […] The post Did Slipknot Bury Sneak Peek at New Masks in Montage of Old Footage? appeared first on Dread Central.
- 5/14/2019
- by Josh Millican
- DreadCentral.com
With a new tour kicking off in June and a new album slated to drop in August, it’s an exciting time to be a Slipknot fan. One of the most exciting aspects of each new Slipknot […] The post We’ll Finally Get to See the New Slipknot Masks When They Play Jimmy Kimmel Live on May 17th appeared first on Dread Central.
- 5/7/2019
- by Josh Millican
- DreadCentral.com
The ongoing legal saga between Slipknot percussionist Chris Fehn and the band’s de facto leaders, Corey Taylor and Shawn “Clown” Crahan, just took a depressing turn. The drama started earlier this year when Fehn’s attorney filed suit against Taylor, Crahan, and business manager Rob Shore over what he felt were underhanded business practices. As an […] The post Slipknot Legal Saga Update: Band’s Attorney Says Chris Fehn Was Never an Equal Partner–Just a Hired Gun appeared first on Dread Central.
- 4/25/2019
- by Josh Millican
- DreadCentral.com
It’s a weird time to be a Slipknot fan, am I right maggots? We’ve been on pins and needles waiting for the band’s 6th studio album to drop since the surprise release of the single “All Out Life” on Halloween 2018. Word on the street suggests the album will drop this August, and the first […] The post Does Chris Fehn Want to Stay in Slipknot? appeared first on Dread Central.
- 3/23/2019
- by Josh Millican
- DreadCentral.com
It’s the best of times, it’s the worst of times—to be a Slipknot fan. We’ve been giddy with anticipation for months over Slipknot’s impending studio album (their 6th) and corresponding world tour (the Knotfest Roadshow). For the past couple weeks, however, good news on the Slipknot front has been overshadowed by the ugly business of […] The post Things Could Get Ugly: Details of Chris Fehn vs Slipknot Lawsuit Unpacked appeared first on Dread Central.
- 3/22/2019
- by Josh Millican
- DreadCentral.com
Slipknot announced they are parting ways with longtime percussionist Chris Fehn. The news comes on the heels of Fehn’s lawsuit that alleges the band had shorted payment he claims is due to him, according to The Blast.
“Slipknot’s focus is making album #6, and our upcoming shows around the world, our best ever. Chris knows why he is no longer a part of Slipknot,” the band wrote in a statement via its website. “We are disappointed that he chose to point fingers and manufacture claims, rather than doing what...
“Slipknot’s focus is making album #6, and our upcoming shows around the world, our best ever. Chris knows why he is no longer a part of Slipknot,” the band wrote in a statement via its website. “We are disappointed that he chose to point fingers and manufacture claims, rather than doing what...
- 3/19/2019
- by Althea Legaspi
- Rollingstone.com
And then there were eight. It’s been three days since we relayed reports that Slipknot percussionist Chris Fehn (aka #3), recognizable for his “gimp” mask with a zipper-mouth and Pinocchio nose, was suing the band for what he claimed were misleading and underhanded business practices that deprived him of personal revenue. Though his status with […] The post Chris Fehn is No Long Part of Slipknot; Band Releases Official Statement appeared first on Dread Central.
- 3/18/2019
- by Josh Millican
- DreadCentral.com
This is supposed to be a landmark year for Slipknot with a new album ready to drop (their first since 2014’s 5: The Gray Chapter) and a supporting tour (the Knotfest Roadshow) set to launch this summer. Now, we’re getting news from The Blast that could be a potentially throw a wrench into the machinery. […] The post On Eve of New Album/Tour Slipknot Percussionist Chris Fehn Sues Bandmates appeared first on Dread Central.
- 3/15/2019
- by Josh Millican
- DreadCentral.com
The latest issue of Metal Hammer magazine was already shaping up to be a special one, with Slipknot's Corey Taylor guest-editing the issue, but it became an absolute dream for metal and horror fans when Taylor asked The Walking Dead comic book artist Charlie Adlard to illustrate the cover and participate in an exclusive interview. We take a look at that cover (and the behind-the-scenes process of its creation) in our latest round-up, in addition to details on the feature film adaptation of Joe Kelly and Ken Niimura's I Kill Giants graphic novel and Arrow Video's impressive limited edition Blu-ray/DVD release of Society.
Charlie Adlard's Metal Hammer Magazine: "Charlie Adlard – acclaimed illustrator from the Walking Dead comics – has designed Metal Hammer magazine’s special gatefold front cover with Exclusive artwork of every member of Slipknot. Trust us, it looks badass.
Slipknot’s Corey Taylor has taken over...
Charlie Adlard's Metal Hammer Magazine: "Charlie Adlard – acclaimed illustrator from the Walking Dead comics – has designed Metal Hammer magazine’s special gatefold front cover with Exclusive artwork of every member of Slipknot. Trust us, it looks badass.
Slipknot’s Corey Taylor has taken over...
- 4/3/2015
- by Derek Anderson
- DailyDead
Musician Chris Fehn has made a number for himself for more than two decades as the drummer of the Grammy Award-winning metal band Slipknot. Now the drummer, who’s known to the music world as number 3, is showing his fans the world behind the infamous masks he and his bandmates are known for donning during their live shows. Fehn is offering his fans a glimpse behind his mask by collaborating with Los Angeles creativity house SceneFour on ‘Through The Darkness,’ a limited-edition collection of unique visual fine art pieces. With the collection, the rhythmic artwork has been fused with found imagery that’s intended to reveal itself with each viewing over [ Read More ]
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- 6/14/2014
- by Karen Benardello
- ShockYa
AOL just premiered Slipknot’s short film “Snuff” directed by M. Shawn ‘Clown’ Crahan and photographed and co-directed by P.R. Brown. The short film stars Malcolm McDowell (Rob Zombie’s Halloween, A Clockwork Orange), Ashley Laurence (Hellraiser) and Slipknot frontman Corey Taylor. The song featured in the film is from Slipknot’s album “All Hope is Gone”. Band Biography: Slipknot is an American metal band from Des Moines, Iowa. The current line-up includes Sid Wilson, Joey Jordison, Paul Gray, Chris Fehn, Jim Root, Craig Jones, Shawn Crahan, Mick Thomson, and Corey Taylor. They are recognized as one of the pioneering bands in the New Wave of American Heavy Metal. The band formed in late 1995 [...]...
- 12/19/2009
- by Brian Corder
- ShockYa
Roadrunner Records released this brand new Slipknot music video “Psychosocial” from their album All Hope Is Gone due for release on the 25th of August 2008. Band Biography: Slipknot is an American metal band from Des Moines, Iowa. The current line-up includes Sid Wilson, Joey Jordison, Paul Gray, Chris Fehn, Jim Root, Craig Jones, Shawn Crahan, Mick Thomson, and Corey Taylor. They are recognized as one of the pioneering bands in the New Wave of American Heavy Metal. The band formed in late 1995 and underwent several line-up changes following the independent release of their debut album, Mate. Feed. Kill. Repeat. in 1996. Their first studio-produced album, Slipknot, was released in 1999. followed by two further studio albums, Iowa in 2001 and [...]...
- 7/24/2008
- by Brian Corder
- ShockYa
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