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Eloy Casagrande on Slipknot's Drummer Needs
Slipknot says Eloy Casagrande doesn't need to play like Joey Jordison.
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Slipknot says Eloy Casagrande doesn't need to play like Joey Jordison. Slipknot wants Eloy Casagrande to bring his own personality and new ideas, not replicate Joey Jordison's style. Originally reported by Loudwire.
Slipknot's Drummer Requirements
Slipknot told Eloy Casagrande they want personality and new ideas from drummers, not replication of past styles.
“Man, you don't have to be concerned about playing everything right. There is no wrong or right, but there is the soul of the band. There is the idea of the band, the attitude, the energy; that's what we want.”
Casagrande's Drumming Goals
Casagrande aims to respect Slipknot's drum arrangements while bringing his own energy and the band's soul.
“It's not like only playing notes correctly, but it's about having a different attitude. It's having the energy to keep the soul of the band alive.”
Replacing Joey Jordison
Casagrande joined Slipknot in 2024 after Jay Weinberg left, but Slipknot doesn't want another Joey Jordison.
“They don't want to have another Joey in the band. They made that very clear since day one. They're not trying to make myself play like Joey.”
Brazilian Rhythms in Metal
Casagrande's Brazilian background influences his drumming, which Slipknot members initially questioned but later embraced.
“He was like, 'Okay, but you know this is a metal band, right? This is a fucking metal band.'”
2027 Tour Dates
Slipknot's 2027 stadium tour includes stops in London, Washington, D.C., New York, Montreal, Toronto, Chicago, and São Paulo, Brazil.
“July 03, London, U.K. @ Wembley Stadium #! July 16, Washington, D.C. @ Nationals Park ~%”
Slipknot's Member Changes
Slipknot has had 19 members since 1995, with Casagrande joining in 2024 after Jay Weinberg left.
“All 19 Musicians Who've Been in Slipknot”
What to remember
Slipknot wants Eloy Casagrande to bring his own personality and new ideas, not replicate Joey Jordison's style.
