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Slipknot announce date for new album .5: The Gray Chapter and tour dates with Korn and King 810

August 25, 2014

Slipknot have just released their new song and video for The Negative One. This is the first taste of music from the band in six years. We are all anticipating the new album and we finally have something to check out. It is a great heavy track and is pure Slipknot. Check out the video here: They have also announced the album details and release date of October 21st. The album title .5: The Gray Chapter. Check out the cover and track listing: Tracklist: 1. XIX 2. Sarcastrophe 3. AOV 4. The Devil In I 5. Killpop 6. Skeptic 7. Lech 8. Goodbye 9. Nomadic 10. The One That Kills The Least 11. Custer 12. Be Prepared For Hell 13. The Negative One 14. If Rain Is What You Want 15. Override (bonus track) 16. The Burden (bonus track) They have also announced an upcoming tour with Korn and King 810 which starts in fall. Tickets go on sale September 5th. Check out the tour dates here: OCTOBER 25 San Bernardino, CA – Knotfest 26 San Bernardino, [Read More]

Slipknot released music video for The Negative One from forthcoming album

August 5, 2014

Slipknot have just released their new song, The Negative One and now get ready for the music video. This is the first taste of music from the band in six years. We are all anticipating the new album and we finally have something to check out. It is a great heavy track and is pure Slipknot. Check out the video here: Make sure to sign up for their email so you can be kept posted on all the album news. Need more Slipknot news! How about checking out the interview that InkAddict recently did with Sid Wilson and see how you can ask him your own question at DirtFest. Check it out here: http://inkaddict.com/blog/sid/. Also you can catch Slipknot this October for the first ever US Knotfest. Details below: October 24, 25, 26 for Knotfest and to be held at the San Manuel Amphitheater/Campgrounds in San Bernardino, CA. Three days of amazing music of 60 bands on five stages to include: Slipknot Danzig Five Finger Death Punch Volbeat Killswitch Engage Anthrax Of Mice & Men Black Label [Read More]

Slipknot have released new song The Negative One from forthcoming album

August 1, 2014

Slipknot have just released a new song, The Negative One on their website. This is the first taste of music from the band in six years. We are all anticipating the new album and we finally have something to check out. It is a great heavy track and is pure Slipknot. Check it out by visiting their website here: http://www.slipknot1.com/ Make sure to sign up for their email so you can be kept posted on all the album news. Need more Slipknot news! How about checking out the interview that InkAddict recently did with Sid Wilson and see how you can ask him your own question at DirtFest. Check it out here: http://inkaddict.com/blog/sid/. Also you can catch Slipknot this October for the first ever US Knotfest. Details below: October 24, 25, 26 for Knotfest and to be held at the San Manuel Amphitheater/Campgrounds in San Bernardino, CA. Three days of amazing music of 60 bands on five stages to include: Slipknot Danzig Five Finger Death Punch Volbeat Killswitch Engage Anthrax Of Mice & Men Black Label [Read More]

Japan’s Maximum The Hormone are coming to the US for 2 Rare Show Appearances in October

July 22, 2014

Japanese rock band Maximum The Hormone will make two appearances in North America this fall. First, at Knotfest October 25 being staged at the San Manuel Amphitheater in California, and then on the 27th the band perform their sole U.S. headlining appearance of the year at New York City’s Best Buy Theater. Band Members: UE- CHANG – Bass DAISUKE-HAN – Vocals NAO – Drums & Vocals MAXIMUM THE RYOKUN – Guitar & Vocals The band has been active touring overseas over the last year. From September, 2013 through April, 2014, they staged 56 shows in the Yoshu Fukashu Tour supporting their July release titled 5th. It marked the first new repertoire from the studio issued in six years. Earlier in 2013 the band appeared at Ozzfest Japan alongside Black Sabbath, Slipknot and Tool. Throughout MTH’s career, the band has achieved great success on the European continent and across Asia. Their last visit to the U.S was six years ago in 2008 for a national tour with Dropkick Murphys. MTH‘s music has struck a deep connection [Read More]

Slipknot announces US Date for Knotfest in October with 60 bands on 5 stages!

July 5, 2014

Slipknot have just announced the USA dates of October 24, 25, 26 for Knotfest and to be held at the San Manuel Amphitheater/Campgrounds in San Bernardino, CA. Three days of amazing music of 60 bands on five stages to include: Slipknot Danzig Five Finger Death Punch Volbeat Killswitch Engage Anthrax Of Mice & Men Black Label Society Tech N9ne Testament In This Moment Atreyu and many, many more! “KNOTFEST is a chance for Slipknot to bring the sensory-overload of a wild European festival–and now we’re coming for you, California,” says Slipknot’s M. Shawn Crahan (Clown).“Playing two different sets over two nights at one location is a new experience in the history of this band. This year’s Knotfests in the U.S. and Japan are going to be on another level.” Slipknot will close the Main Stage both Saturday and Sunday, with unique sets each night, featuring brand new music and an entirely new stage set and experience. In addition, all ticket purchasers will receive a digital copy of Slipknot’s forthcoming album, to be delivered on release date. KNOTFEST tickets are on sale now at www.knotfest.com. Limited quantities of Early Bird Discounted 2-day and 1-day [Read More]

KNOTFEST JAPAN set for November 15th and 16th!

March 24, 2014

The date has been set for the weekend of November 15th and 16th of this year for Knotfest Japan. Japanese promoter Hayashi International Promotion (H.I.P.) has partnered with Slipknot and 5B Artist Management for the 2014 debut of KNOTFEST JAPAN. The two-day music festival, headlined by Slipknot on both days, will feature a mix of more than20 international and Japanese bands. SLIPKNOT will not only serve as the headliners for KNOTFEST JAPAN, but they will be involved in every aspect of the event. “Our Japanese fans have always meant so much to us and I’m excited to bring Knotfest to Japan!” says Shawn “Clown” Chrahan of Slipknot. “Knotfest is an event that includes the culture of Slipknot and the culture of Japan and is a celebration of rock n’ roll and everything it creates. It is an honor to be able to share and enjoy our festival with Japan, the Japanese people, our fans, and all the wonderful Japanese bands and all the other bands who will be playing with us. Arigato. We will be seeing you very soon. Stay (sic).” For the latest information or to purchase tickets for KNOTFEST JAPAN, please go to http://www.knotfestjapan.com/ ~ Marisol