---
name: "Eloy Casagrande"
band: "Slipknot"
genre: "Nu Metal / Thrash Metal"
country: "Brazil"
primary_brand: "Tama"
profile_url: "https://metalforge.io/drummer/eloy-casagrande"
source: "https://metalforge.io"
last_updated: "2026-06-06"
---

# Eloy Casagrande

Eloy Casagrande is a professional metal drummer best known for their work with Slipknot, a defining act in nu metal / thrash metal.

## Quick Facts

| Fact | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Eloy Casagrande |
| Band | Slipknot |
| All bands | Slipknot, Sepultura |
| Genre | Nu Metal / Thrash Metal |
| Country | Brazil |
| Primary brand | Tama |
| Drum kit | Tama Starclassic Bubinga (22"x16" & 24"x14" Bass Drums, 10", 12", 13" Toms, 16" & 18" Floor Toms) |
| Signature snare | Tama Bell Brass 14x5.5" (BB146) |
| Sticks | Promark Eloy Casagrande Signature |

## Biography

Eloy Casagrande, born in 1991, is a Brazilian drummer who became Sepultura's drummer in 2011 and joined Slipknot in 2024 as their new drummer. Named the No. 1 metal drummer in Modern Drummer magazine's 2024 Readers' Poll, he is known for his explosive speed, technical prowess, and energetic performances. His drumming style combines traditional metal with modern technical elements, making him one of the most exciting drummers in contemporary metal.

Eloy Casagrande (born August 25, 1991, in São Paulo, Brazil) is a Brazilian drummer who joined Slipknot as their new drummer in 2024, following his 13-year tenure with legendary thrash metal band Sepultura. Named the No. 1 metal drummer in Modern Drummer magazine's 2024 Readers' Poll, Casagrande is known for his explosive speed, technical prowess, and energetic performances.

Starting drums at age 7 and joining Sepultura at just 19, Casagrande represented the new generation of metal drumming. His combination of traditional thrash metal power with modern technical elements has made him one of the most exciting and influential drummers in contemporary metal.

## Band History

- **Slipknot** — 2023–present (current)
- **Sepultura** — 2011–2024

## Gear

- **Drums:** Tama Starclassic Bubinga (22"x16" & 24"x14" Bass Drums, 10", 12", 13" Toms, 16" & 18" Floor Toms)
- **Snare:** Tama Bell Brass 14x5.5" (BB146)
- **Cymbals:** Paiste (15" Masters Dark Hi-Hats, 20" Masters Dark Ride, 20" & 20" 602 Crashes, 10" Rude Splash, 20" Masters Dark Crash, 20" 2002 Heavy Ride, 20" 2002 Novo China, 10" 2002 Mega Bell, Symphonic Gong)
- **Hardware:** Tama Iron Cobra Double Pedal, Yamaha DTX Electronic Pads
- **Sticks:** Promark Eloy Casagrande Signature
- **Heads:** Evans

## Notable Performances

- Desperate Cry - Sepultura (3.3M views) (2017)
- Means To An End - Official Drum Cam (2019)
- Roots Bloody Roots - Rock in Rio (Official) (2022)

## Frequently Asked Questions

**Q: When did Eloy Casagrande join Slipknot?**

A: Eloy joined Slipknot as their drummer in 2024, replacing Jay Weinberg.

**Q: What drums does Eloy Casagrande play?**

A: Eloy plays Tama Starclassic Bubinga drums with Paiste cymbals.

**Q: Was Eloy Casagrande in Sepultura?**

A: Yes, Eloy was Sepultura's drummer from 2011 to 2024.

**Q: Where is Eloy Casagrande from?**

A: Eloy was born on August 25, 1991, in São Paulo, Brazil.

**Q: What awards has Eloy Casagrande won?**

A: Eloy was named #1 metal drummer in the Modern Drummer 2024 Readers' Poll.

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*Last updated: 2026-06-06 · Source: [MetalForge.io](https://metalforge.io)*