Slipknot American rock band Actions Share Share Share to social media Facebook X URL https://www.britannica.com/topic/Slipknot-band Share Share Share to social media Facebook X URL https://www.britannica.com/topic/Slipknot-band Written by Will McDonald Will McDonald is a New York City-based writer and performer. Will McDonald Fact-checked by The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica Encyclopaedia Britannica's editors oversee subject areas in which they have extensive knowledge, whether from years of experience gained by working on that content or via study for an advanced degree. They write new content and verify and edit content received from contributors. The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica Last Updated: Aug 2, 2024 • Article History Table of Contents Slipknot, American heavy metal band known for its aggressive, dark music, marked by angry, incendiary lyrics, and its high-energy live performances, with band members wearing haunting masks and jumpsuits. Slipknot gained popularity in 2001, following the release of its second album, Iowa, which peaked at number three on the Billboard 200 chart. Slipknot came together in Des Moines, Iowa, in 1995, formed by percussionist Shawn Crahan, drummer Joey Jordison, and bassist Paul Gray. The group recorded and self-released its first album, Mate. Feed. Kill. Repeat, in 1996; in addition to Crahan, Jordison, and Gray, the album featured Andy Colsefni on ...(100 of 1032 words)

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