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Slipknot has confirmed Sid Wilson is leaving the band with immediate effect; Wilson, who joined in 1998, is the latest member to depart as the metal act’s lineup continues to shift, with the band wishing him the best in his future endeavors.
Slipknot announced they are no longer associated with Sid Wilson, effective immediately after a 28-year run as their turntablist, wishing him the best in his future endeavors amid earlier firing rumors. Wilson has not publicly commented; guitarist James Root addressed the chatter on Instagram, urging fans to wait for more information. The piece also notes Wilson’s recent personal life changes, including a breakup with his fiancée Kelly Osbourne following their engagement in 2025.
Two weeks after TMZ reported Slipknot fired Sid Wilson, the band confirmed the turntablist is no longer in the group, effective immediately. Wilson had been with the band since 1998, and his departure follows a history of lineup changes (e.g., Chris Fehn in 2019 and Craig Jones in 2023) as well as broader legacy shifts within Slipknot.
TMZ reports Slipknot permanently fired Sid Wilson (#0) after 28 years, calling the exit “a long time coming” due to his behavior toward bandmates; the band had planned to announce it this week but TMZ broke the story first, and guitarist Jim Root shared a cryptic response. Wilson joined Slipknot in 1998 and has also performed as DJ Starscream.
Sid Wilson, Slipknot’s longtime turntablist and member known as #0, has been permanently fired from the band, according to TMZ; he had been with Slipknot since 1998 and the reasons for his dismissal haven’t been disclosed.
Astrolab says its FLEX Lunar Innovation Platform (FLIP) rover will carry four NASA experiments on Astrobotic’s Griffin-1 lunar lander this year: METAL (a camera/radiometer to locate helium-3 in lunar soil), a Goddard lunar retroreflector, Johnson Space Center’s LDES dust sensor, and a Marshall Space Flight Center lidar demo. The payloads, funded via nonreimbursable Space Act Agreements, will push FLIP toward environmental testing before integration onto Griffin-1 for a Kennedy Space Center Falcon Heavy launch. NASA’s Artemis LTV program updates and timing—aiming for rover deliveries to the Moon roughly 18 months after awards—are shaping how these rovers are designed and scheduled, with revised concepts due May 1 and awards anticipated May 22.
Loudwire presents an alphabetized guide to the 2026 Rock + Metal Record Store Day releases, detailing a long slate of titles across artists and formats for the April 18 event, and highlighting a notable Slipknot-related Look Outside Your Window 10-track release along with information on participating stores.
The article suggests that the potential market bubble heading into 2026 may be driven by a metal other than AI-related assets, highlighting the importance of this metal in future investments and economic outlooks.
The article lists and reviews the 15 best metal albums of 2025, highlighting diverse bands like Deftones, Ghost, Coroner, and Primitive Man, showcasing a range of styles from doom and black metal to progressive and grindcore, emphasizing the genre's innovation and intensity this year.
The 2026 Grammy Awards nominations feature a mix of established and emerging rock and metal artists, including Sleep Token, Deftones, Linkin Park, Ghost, Spiritbox, and Turnstile, with categories spanning Best Rock Album, Best Metal Performance, and more. Notably, this year marks first-time nominations for Sleep Token, Haim, Amyl And The Sniffers, and Yungblud, highlighting a shift towards recognizing new talent in the genre.
Iron Maiden announced their 2026 North American stadium and amphitheatre tour, supporting their 50th anniversary, with dates across major cities and festivals, supported by Megadeth and Anthrax, featuring classic hits and spectacular visuals.
Legendary metal vocalist Tomas Lindberg of At The Gates passed away due to complications from adenoid cystic carcinoma, after a battle that included surgery and radiation. His bandmates mourn his loss, praising his generosity and creative spirit.
Tomas Lindberg, the lead vocalist of Swedish melodic death metal band At The Gates, has died at age 52 after battling adenoid cystic carcinoma. Despite his illness, he completed vocals for the band's new album, which marks a return to their roots. Lindberg's passing is a significant loss to the metal community, and his final recordings will be cherished by fans.
Mastodon paid emotional tribute to their late guitarist Brent Hinds at their first show since his tragic death in a motorcycle accident, celebrating his life and musical legacy with heartfelt words and performances, while other musicians also honored him.
Megadeth has announced that their upcoming album will be their last, and they will embark on a farewell tour in 2026, marking the end of their influential career in thrash metal.