In a recent interview, guitarist Jim Root revealed that he has six fully structured songs ready for Slipknot’s upcoming album, with four more in the works. His vision? A return to the raw, unfiltered aggression that defined the band’s early days. Root emphasized a desire to move away from overproduction and instead embrace the “punk rock energy” and chaos of albums like Slipknot (1999) and Iowa (2001). This approach, according to Root, is about capturing the band’s natural intensity—“just mics in a room and turn it up loud.”
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Slipknot in 2025: Raw Energy, New Music & A Reignited Legacy
Slipknot, the legendary metal act from Iowa, is entering a new and transformative era in 2025. Following notable lineup changes and a world tour commemorating the 25th anniversary of their iconic self-titled debut, the band is shifting focus back to the studio with renewed energy and vision.
Lineup Changes and a New Pulse Behind the Kit
2023 marked a pivotal shift in Slipknot’s lineup. Both longtime sampler Craig “133” Jones and drummer Jay Weinberg exited the band, sparking speculation and mixed reactions among fans. Their replacements have already made an impact—especially new drummer Eloy Casagrande (formerly of Sepultura), whose explosive playing has reinvigorated the band’s live performances. His presence has been praised during Slipknot’s ongoing anniversary tour and adds a fresh layer of power to their already thunderous rhythm section.
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Celebrating 25 Years of Mayhem
The band is currently wrapping up a massive 25th anniversary tour for their debut album, with standout performances at major festivals like Resurrection Fest in Spain. Slipknot’s setlists have focused heavily on their early catalog, reigniting the feral energy that first launched them into metal stardom. Meanwhile, longtime fans are still eagerly anticipating the official release of Look Outside Your Window—a long-shelved side project recorded in 2008 by Corey Taylor, Jim Root, Sid Wilson, and Shawn Crahan.
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What’s Next for Slipknot?
With new material brewing, a recharged lineup, and a renewed sense of direction, Slipknot is entering one of its most exciting chapters yet. Root’s creative leadership, coupled with fresh blood behind the scenes, hints at a future filled with raw power, experimental edge, and a return to the unpredictable chaos that defined them. One thing is clear: Slipknot may be evolving, but their core remains as fierce as ever.
