Slipknot has announced it is parting ways with DJ and keyboardist Sid Wilson, who had been with the heavy metal band since 1998.
Key facts
- •Sid Wilson had been a member of Slipknot since 1998.
- •The band announced the split in an Instagram post that has since been deleted.
- •Guitarist Jim Root urged fans to exercise caution regarding reports about the departure.
- •Slipknot's most recent live appearance occurred in July 2025 at the Inkcarceration festival.
- •The band has not provided further details regarding the reasons for the split or future plans.
Slipknot has officially confirmed that it is no longer associated with Sid Wilson, effective immediately. Wilson, who served as the band's DJ and keyboardist, had been a member of the group for nearly 30 years. The announcement was made via an Instagram post that has since been removed.
Context of the Departure
Wilson joined the band in 1998, one year prior to the release of their debut studio album. While the band confirmed the split, the specific reasons for his departure remain unclear. Following initial reports of the exit in late July, guitarist Jim Root posted a message on Instagram advising fans to wait for further information before drawing conclusions.
Recent Band History
The departure follows several personnel changes for the group in recent years, including the exits of Craig Jones in 2023 and Chris Fehn in 2019. The band also experienced the deaths of members Joey Jordison in 2021 and Paul Gray in 2010. Slipknot’s most recent live performance took place in July 2025 at the Inkcarceration music and tattoo festival in Ohio.
Timeline
- 1998Sid Wilson joined Slipknot.
- 2019Chris Fehn left the band.
- 2023Craig Jones left the band.
- July 2025Slipknot performed at the Inkcarceration festival in Ohio.
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