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Stage Tour heats up rhythm gaming with 90+ tracks and Metallica among its lineup
gaming8 days ago

Stage Tour heats up rhythm gaming with 90+ tracks and Metallica among its lineup

A Guitar Hero-style spiritual successor called Stage Tour reveals a December 10, 2026 release with over 90 playable songs and a roster spanning Metallica, Megadeth, Slipknot, Ed Sheeran, Olivia Rodrigo and more; the game is being developed by RedOctane Games with partnerships from Gibson, Kramer, Epiphone and Mesa Boogie for in-game gear, and supports guitar, microphone and drum peripherals via a custom MIDI drum hub. It will launch on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, Steam, Epic Games Store and Nintendo Switch 2, with additional artists announced at Gamescom.

Slipknot Parts Ways with Sid Wilson After 28-Year Run
entertainment19 days ago

Slipknot Parts Ways with Sid Wilson After 28-Year Run

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.

Slipknot Parts Ways With Sid Wilson After Nearly 30-Year Run
music19 days ago

Slipknot Parts Ways With Sid Wilson After Nearly 30-Year Run

Slipknot has officially announced the sudden departure of Sid Wilson, effective immediately; the DJ/keyboardist had been with the band since 1998, nearly three decades. The group said they wish him the best in his future endeavors in a post that has since been removed. The news follows a history of past exits (Craig Jones in 2023, Chris Fehn in 2019) and the deaths of Joey Jordison (2021) and Paul Gray (2020); no reason for Wilson’s exit was given, TMZ first reported it, guitarist Jim Root urged caution about rumors, and the remaining members have yet to address the band’s future lineup. The group’s last known live show was July 2025 at Inkcarceration.

Slipknot Parts Ways With Sid Wilson After Three Decades
music20 days ago

Slipknot Parts Ways With Sid Wilson After Three Decades

Slipknot has reportedly cut ties with Sid Wilson, effective immediately, ending his 28-year tenure as the band's turntablist and keyboardist since joining in 1998; the group posted a brief message wishing him well and did not immediately respond to comment requests. Wilson's exit follows several other recent departures and a prior deal in which Slipknot sold a majority stake in their catalog.

Slipknot Parts Ways With Sid Wilson After Nearly Three Decades
music20 days ago

Slipknot Parts Ways With Sid Wilson After Nearly Three Decades

Slipknot has announced that Sid Wilson is no longer with the band, effective immediately, ending his 28-year tenure as DJ/keyboardist. The dismissal was shared via Knotfest’s Instagram, following TMZ’s report of tensions; Wilson has not publicly commented. The news comes shortly after Osbourne and Wilson’s engagement ended, and the band wished Wilson well in his future endeavors.

Sid Wilson Breaks Silence Amid Slipknot Rumors With Merch Tease
music1 month ago

Sid Wilson Breaks Silence Amid Slipknot Rumors With Merch Tease

Sid Wilson hasn’t publicly addressed whether he’s leaving Slipknot; he posted about a new merch shop instead, and no official statements have been made by either side. Wilson’s bio still lists Slipknot, while guitarist Jim Root urged fans to wait for more information. Slipknot currently has no immediate touring or recording plans, and Wilson’s Slay Squad project is tied to the surrounding buzz via the track MOS (Full Band).