“Where do I even start?” metal vocalist Corey Taylor begins in a new candid video shared to his social platforms yesterday evening, January 24. Earlier this month, the “Wait And Bleed” singer canceled a majority of his 2024 solo tour due to his “mental and physical health.” In the new video on his Instagram, he opened up about some of those struggles. Taylor has been sober since 2003, and in his statement, he explains what almost pushed him back into old habits. “I, over the last year, have had a complete and utter breakdown of boundaries, mental health, ego, entitlement…culminating… Read more »
We could go “on and on and on” about Corey Taylor, the renowned vocalist who has led Slipknot and Stone Sour to massive success over the last 20 years. On the verge of his newly-announced sophomore solo album, CMF2, expected to arrive on Sept. 15, Taylor has issued the captivating new single “Beyond.” The track showcases Taylor‘s versatility as an artist, delving into a more melodic and introspective territory compared to his heavier, metal-driven endeavors. The song immediately transports listeners to a realm of contemplatation and unity that seems forgotten in our modern society. Taylor‘s distinctive vocals, brimming with emotion… Read more »
Having a song on the successful “Spider-Man” soundtrack hasn’t gone to Corey Taylor’s head. Actually, “Bother” has deflated the Slipknot frontman’s ego… or superego, as it were. Taylor has forgone using Superego as the moniker for his now-unnamed side project, who hope to release their debut in late summer or early fall, according to a Roadrunner Records spokesperson. Taylor’s Slipknot bandmate Jim Root (guitar) joins him in the endeavor, as do two members of their previous band, Stone Sour, and an acquaintance from the group’s hometown of Des Moines, Iowa. The quintet has recorded 16 songs that run the gamut… Read more »
Jenna McDougall takes us to the ‘Underworld’ while talking about the band’s new album, a collab with Corey Taylor, and being her authentic self.
On Episode 22 of The Undiscovered Sound, Nick Reese from Joyous Wolf calls in to talk about performances at Sonic Boom, Rock Allegiance, Louder Than Life, and Aftershock festivals, including hang outs with Corey Taylor (Stone Sour / Slipknot) and Jesse Hughes (Eagles Of Death Metal) as well as the new record coming out next year! Music from around the world is also featured!
Mike’s Dead is back with a sexy, haunting new single and accompanying music video for, “Bestrafe Mich (Punish Me)” via Hopeless Records. This marks the first single of the month, preceded by the March 14-released track “WAR.” “Bestrafe Mich (Punish Me)” is a sonic mixture of thrilling industrial works with a hint of goth rock. It also features some exceptionally kinky lyrics. “I want your nails under my skin/Father said repent for all my sins/I want to feel it all so just make me scream/Wrap your whips and chains all over me,” the artist sings. Additionally, he perfectly dives into… Read more »
Spotify Wrapped Day has officially arrived, and for voyeuristic music lovers, it’s the best day of the year. Not only do you get to realize that your music taste has basically remained the same since 2008, but you also get to see your most hardcore metal head friends admit that––yes––they did help boost Taylor Swift to the No. 1 streamed Spotify artist for the year globally. To no surprise, Swift does lead the pack, and precedes globally streamed top artists Bad Bunny, The Weeknd, Drake, and Peso Pluma. Additionally, Did You Know That There’s a Tunnel Under Ocean Blvd artist… Read more »
On November 5, Slipknot shared a message on their social media platforms sharing that they departed ways with drummer Jay Weinberg. However, hours after their initial statement, the post was taken down. Initially, the post read: “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… Read more »
“Custer”, a 2014 rager from Slipknot, is currently going viral on TikTok. But it will not be for the reason that you think. It’s much better than that.
Wargasm and Fred Durst have joined forces for a new masterpiece, the chaotic, callous and crushing “Bang Ya Head”.
