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Stone Sour Welcome Slipknot Members for Black Sabbath Cover at 2013 Revolver Golden Gods

Chad Childers — Fri, 03 May 2013 22:17:52 +0000

After the one-two punch of 'Gone Sovereign' and 'Absolute Zero,' Stone Sour decided to veer into unfamiliar territory. Corey Taylor told the crowd, "I wanna dedicate this song to a band that without this band no one backstage or no one out here would have a career. This is dedicated to the band that started it all -- Black f---ing Sabbath." They invited Slipknot's C

Slipknot, Deftones, Corey Taylor, Lemmy Kilmister + More Win 2013 Revolver Golden Gods Awards

Chad Childers — Fri, 03 May 2013 13:37:01 +0000

The fans ultimately had the final say and in the end it's fitting that the 2013 Revolver Golden Gods Awards spread the wealth when it came to the night's top categories. Deftones, Corey Taylor and Slipknot were among the evening's top honorees.

Corey Taylor Reveals 'Funny Thing Happened on the Way to Heaven' Book Release Details

Chad Childers — Sat, 27 Apr 2013 16:22:11 +0000

Corey Taylor enjoyed success with his 'Seven Deadly Sins' book in 2012 and somehow amidst all of his Stone Sour and Slipknot's plans, he's managed to write and complete his second book. 'Funny Thing Happened on the Way to Heaven (Or, How I Made Peace With the Paranormal and Stigmatized Zealots and Cynics in the Process)' is on schedule for a July 16 release through Da Cappo Press.

Slipknot Percussionist Joey Jordison Launching New Project

Chad Childers — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 17:17:19 +0000

Slipknot percussionist Joey Jordison has often found projects to keep him busy during the band's downtime, and it looks as though he's finding another creative outlet to keep him occupied until the band regroups in the studio again.

Corey Taylor: 'I Would Love To Do Something Violent and Dark With Trent Reznor'

Chad Childers — Fri, 29 Mar 2013 14:23:54 +0000

It's been a busy year for Corey Taylor, who not only is promoting Stone Sour's upcoming 'House of Gold & Bones Part 2' album, but has also enjoyed some extra recognition for his collaboration with Dave Grohl, Rick Nielsen and Scott Reeder on the single 'From Can to Can't' that's part of the soundtrack for Grohl's 'Sound City' documentary. Loudwire recently spoke with Taylor, who revealed that he's thrilled to have had the opportunity to work with Grohl and still has a few names on his dream collaborator list.

'Slipknot for Saturday Night Live' Petition Gains Support From Corey Taylor + Shawn Crahan

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 21:33:20 +0000

In 2011, a Facebook page was launched petitioning 'Saturday Night Live' to bring in Slipknot as a musical guest. It's hard to believe that the metal phenoms have never graced the 'SNL' stage, as they've brought the hate to 'The Tonight Show With Jay Leno' in the past, along with multiple appearances on 'Conan' and 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!'

Slipknot's Shawn 'Clown' Crahan Directs Upcoming Motionless in White Video

Chad Childers — Wed, 27 Mar 2013 21:40:43 +0000

Slipknot may be on a break, but percussionist M. Shawn Crahan (aka Clown) is making the most of his time. Late last year, he stepped behind the lens to direct the 'We Are' video for Hollywood Undead and now he's adding to his resume by overseeing a new clip for Motionless in White.

Slipknot's Shawn 'Clown' Crahan Sheds Tears While Watching Son Record Vocal Tracks

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Fri, 22 Mar 2013 17:35:04 +0000

Just because you're in a seriously pissed off metal band with songs that contain lyrics such as "I want to slit your throat and f--- the wound" doesn't necessarily mean you don't have a soft side. Slipknot percussionist / backup vocalist Shawn 'Clown' Crahan has a son who is also in a band, and as Clown witnessed his spawn record vocals, the mad carnival villain couldn't help but shed a prideful tear.

Slipknot, Cage The Elephant, A Perfect Circle, Taproot, Blink 182, Crossfade – Vote for Your Favorite Band to be Featured on 'The Sixer at Six'

Chaz — Sat, 16 Feb 2013 00:00:09 +0000

As you’re grabbing that sixer to kickstart your weekend, we’re serving up a sixer of our own. The Sixer at 6 features 6 songs in a row from the band of your choice every Friday afternoon at 6pm. Here’s how it works. Each week we’ll give you 6 bands to choose from. Pick your favorite [...]

Corey Taylor, Maynard James Keenan, Dave Navarro + More Criticize 2013 Grammy Awards

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Mon, 11 Feb 2013 16:21:15 +0000

The 55th Annual Grammy Awards were held last night (Feb. 10), and it was business as usual for the famed awards show. Music's biggest names walked the carpet, while shiny golden gramophones were given out to rock artists such as the Black Keys, Halestorm and Trent Reznor + Atticus Ross. However, a sense of disarray resonated with various musicians, who took to Twitter in order to vent their disapproval of the Grammy Awards.

Corey Taylor Lays Out Timeline for Slipknot, Recalls 'Tosh.0′ Electric Shock + More

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Tue, 05 Feb 2013 17:28:06 +0000

After detailing the latest on Stone Sour in Part 1 of our video interview, vocalist Corey Taylor takes us behind the mask to discuss the future of Slipknot in Part 2 of our exclusive chat. Though Taylor is currently focusing on Stone Sour, he offered us a timeline as to when Slipknot may get back into the studio to record their much anticipated follow-up to 2008's 'All Hope Is Gone.'

Corey Taylor Reveals Stone Sour's Elaborate Touring Plans + Latest on Slipknot's Next Album

Chad Childers — Fri, 21 Dec 2012 21:53:56 +0000

Yes, we’ve not even turned the calendar on 2013 yet, but Stone Sour‘s Corey Taylor is thinking so far ahead that he says 2014 may be an even bigger year for the band than what’s immediately on the horizon. The vocalist tells Billboard that he has grand plans once both parts of his ‘House of [...]

Taylor Swift & Korn vs Justin Bieber and Slipknot – Vote for Your Favorite Mash-up

Frank Pain — Wed, 05 Dec 2012 18:19:06 +0000

Well over a year ago we laughed out butts off at the mash-up featuring Justin Bieber and Slipknot, now we're laughing just as hard at the mash-up featuring Taylor Swift and Korn.

We want to know, which is your favorite?

Corey Taylor Discusses Slipknot's Future, Dave Mustaine + Phil Anselmo

Chad Childers — Wed, 07 Nov 2012 17:05:59 +0000

Slipknot / Stone Sour vocalist Corey Taylor has heard the question before, and he's getting a little tired about those asking about Slipknot's future. The vocalist tells Metal Sucks that he feels no matter how often he explains his stance on the band's continuation, it's not truly taken to heart.

Black Sabbath + Slipknot to Headline Two-Day Ozzfest Japan

Chad Childers — Thu, 01 Nov 2012 13:17:59 +0000

The news keeps coming out of the Black Sabbath camp. Not long after it was revealed that the band was planning an April 2013 release and Australian tour, the group was officially confirmed for Japan's inaugural Ozzfest. They'll headline night two on May 12 at Makuhari Messe in Chiba City, Japan, while Slipknot have now been confirmed to finish out night one on May 11.

Slipknot's Current and Former Frontmen to Share Stage at Stone Sour Show

Chad Childers — Sat, 27 Oct 2012 19:45:53 +0000

Slipknot fans may have their heads implode this week in Des Moines when Stone Sour plays at the local club Wooly's. That's because Slipknot's original singer, Anders Colsefni, will take the stage Monday night (Oct. 29) with his current band Painface to open the show for Corey Taylor's hit-making outfit.

Corey Taylor Says Slipknot Are 'On Hiatus'

Chad Childers — Thu, 25 Oct 2012 21:29:50 +0000

Stone Sour just dropped their 'House of Gold & Bones Part 1' album and singer Corey Taylor is currently working on the second half of the release, so where does that leave his other band, Slipknot? The vocalist says that after touring the U.S. this past summer, things will scale back for the immediate future.

Corey Taylor Talks About His Near Involvement in Anthrax's 'Worship Music'

Chad Bowar — Tue, 09 Oct 2012 13:59:41 +0000

In a recent interview with Radio Metal, Slipknot / Stone Sour frontman Corey Taylor recalls the time he was asked to contribute vocals to Anthrax's critically acclaimed 2011 album 'Worship Music' prior to the thrash metal veterans' reunion with singer Joey Belladonna.

Slipknot Guitarist Mick Thomson Gets Married

Chad Childers — Sat, 06 Oct 2012 19:50:52 +0000

Congrats are in order for Slipknot guitarist Mick Thomson, as Blabbermouth reports he wed girlfriend Stacy Riley Friday (Oct. 5). Photos of the happy couple can be seen on Riley's Tumblr account.

Slipknot Confirmed to Headline First Day of 2013 Download Festival

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Thu, 27 Sep 2012 23:04:40 +0000

Lucky, lucky England! Two headliners were recently unveiled to close out the Saturday and Sunday night dates of the three-day 2013 Download Festival. The legendary Iron Maiden will finish up the Saturday show (June 15) and German metal phenomenon Rammstein will be headlining the Sunday lineup (June 16). After a bit of a wait, Slipknot have now been confirmed as the headlining act for Friday, June 14.