Clown from Slipknot hints at brewing new album during break
Slipknot has decided to take a much-needed break from their relentless schedules. After exhausting back-to-back cycles from The End, So Far, to the 2019 album, We Are Not Your Kind, the band members felt burnt out. In an open interview with NME, Clown admitted that they needed some real human time to recharge. While everyone is constantly writing new material, they haven’t transitioned to working on the ideas yet. Tentative plans are in place to regroup later this month, provided everyone is on board with the decision. The positivity in the air is palpable as Slipknot members look forward to getting back to their creative space.
New drummer Eloy Casagrande has provided fans with a sneak peek into the band’s studio work. Speaking to Drummer’s Review in October 2025, he confirmed that new music is on the way. He mentioned that since joining the band, they have been busy with new ideas, exchanging guitar riffs, drum beats, and engaging in jam sessions. Casagrande assured fans that a lot of material has been developed, and their focus is now to organize it and collaborate musically in the future. While the much-anticipated track “Long May You Die” remains unreleased since its tease in May 2024, it could be the band’s first song featuring Casagrande on the drums.
Guitarist Jim Root has hinted at returning to Slipknot’s raw roots in their upcoming work. Root expressed his desire to create an album that recaptures the raw energy of their early records, especially the first two albums and Vol. 3. He emphasized the need to avoid repeating themselves as a band while striving to bring back the raw, stripped-down, punk rock energy that was prominent in their earlier works. Slipknot fans can expect a fresh take on their music while heading back to their roots for a revitalized sound.
The future is promising for Slipknot, with the band members gearing up for a productive phase of creating new music. Taking the much-needed pause to rejuvenate themselves is crucial for delivering their best work and meeting the expectations of eager fans. The hiatus gives Slipknot the necessary breather to refuel creatively and mentally for their upcoming projects. With fresh ideas brewing and a renewed focus on their musical roots, Slipknot is set to embark on an exciting new chapter in their storied career.