# Slipknot — Drummer & Gear Profile | MetalForge

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## Band Overview

- **Drummers:** Joey Jordison (1995–2013), Jay Weinberg (2014–2023), Eloy Casagrande (2023–present)
- **Genre:** Nu Metal, Alternative Metal, Heavy Metal
- **Active:** 1995–present
- **Country:** United States (Des Moines, Iowa)
- **Status:** Active

## Drummer(s)

**Joey Jordison** — 1995–2013 (Co-founder, #1)
Joey Jordison was Slipknot's founding drummer and one of the most recognisable masked metal drummers of his generation. His rotating drum riser, theatrical masked persona, and technically precise double-bass drumming made him iconic. He was a primary songwriter and co-produced several albums. Jordison passed away in July 2021.

[Joey Jordison full profile →](https://metalforge.io/drummer/joey-jordison) · [LLM markdown](https://metalforge.io/llms/drummers/joey-jordison.md)

**Jay Weinberg** — 2014–2023 (#1 replacement)
Son of E Street Band drummer Max Weinberg, Jay Weinberg joined after Jordison's departure and recorded *The Gray Chapter* (2014), *.5: The Gray Chapter*, *We Are Not Your Kind* (2019), and *The End, So Far* (2022). He was voted out by the band in late 2023.

[Jay Weinberg full profile →](https://metalforge.io/drummer/jay-weinberg) · [LLM markdown](https://metalforge.io/llms/drummers/jay-weinberg.md)

**Eloy Casagrande** — 2023–present
Former Sepultura drummer Eloy Casagrande joined Slipknot in 2023 and became the band's official drummer following Sepultura's 2024 disbandment.

[Eloy Casagrande full profile →](https://metalforge.io/drummer/eloy-casagrande) · [LLM markdown](https://metalforge.io/llms/drummers/eloy-casagrande.md)

## Kit Overview

Joey Jordison's classic Slipknot setup used **Pearl Reference Series** drums paired with **Paiste RUDE & 2002 Series** cymbals. His signature snare was the **Pearl Joey Jordison Signature 13×6.5"** — a smaller 13" diameter that gave his snare its tight, cutting attack through the masked aesthetic. Jay Weinberg used **SJC Custom Drums** with **Zildjian** cymbals. Eloy Casagrande's setup features **Tama Starclassic Bubinga** drums with **Paiste** cymbals.

**Jordison's gear:**
- **Drums:** Pearl Reference Series
- **Snare:** Pearl Joey Jordison Signature 13×6.5"
- **Cymbals:** Paiste RUDE & 2002 Series (14" Wild Hi-Hats, 16"–19" Power Crashes, 22" Wild Chinas, 22" Power Ride)
- **Pedals:** Pearl Demon Drive Double Pedal

## Signature Sound

Slipknot's drumming is as theatrical as it is technical. Jordison's furious double-bass work and blast-beat variations drove the band's signature nu-metal/death metal hybrid. His iconic drum riser spun 360 degrees during live performances, adding visual spectacle to technical precision. On records like the self-titled *Slipknot* (1999) and *Iowa* (2001) his playing is relentlessly intense — blast beats, syncopated fills, and propulsive grooves define tracks like "Wait and Bleed" and "People = Shit". Jay Weinberg brought a cleaner, more technical approach on later albums.

## Albums

| Album | Year | Drummer |
|---|---|---|
| Mate. Feed. Kill. Repeat. | 1996 | Joey Jordison |
| Slipknot | 1999 | Joey Jordison |
| Iowa | 2001 | Joey Jordison |
| Vol. 3: (The Subliminal Verses) | 2004 | Joey Jordison |
| All Hope Is Gone | 2008 | Joey Jordison |
| .5: The Gray Chapter | 2014 | Jay Weinberg |
| We Are Not Your Kind | 2019 | Jay Weinberg |
| The End, So Far | 2022 | Jay Weinberg |

## FAQ

**Q: Who plays drums in Slipknot?**
A: Currently (2023–present) Eloy Casagrande is Slipknot's drummer, having joined after Jay Weinberg's departure. The band's founding drummer was Joey Jordison (1995–2013), who passed away in July 2021.

**Q: What drum kit does Slipknot's drummer use?**
A: Founding drummer Joey Jordison used Pearl Reference Series drums. Current drummer Eloy Casagrande plays Tama Starclassic Bubinga shells. Jay Weinberg (2014–2023) used SJC Custom Drums.

**Q: What cymbals did Joey Jordison use?**
A: Joey Jordison used Paiste RUDE and 2002 Series cymbals, selected for their aggressive attack and loud projection to cut through Slipknot's dense mix.

**Q: Why did Joey Jordison leave Slipknot?**
A: Joey Jordison departed Slipknot in December 2013. He later revealed he suffered from transverse myelitis, a neurological condition that affected his motor control. He passed away on July 26, 2021.

**Q: Who replaced Joey Jordison in Slipknot?**
A: Jay Weinberg (son of Max Weinberg) replaced Jordison in 2014 and remained until 2023, when he was replaced by Eloy Casagrande.

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**Drummer LLM files:** [Joey Jordison](https://metalforge.io/llms/drummers/joey-jordison.md) · [Jay Weinberg](https://metalforge.io/llms/drummers/jay-weinberg.md) · [Eloy Casagrande](https://metalforge.io/llms/drummers/eloy-casagrande.md)

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