Former SLIPKNOT drummer Joey Jordison has passed away at the age of 46. His family addressed his passing in an official statement released earlier today (July 27th).
The statement reveals that the former SLIPKNOT drummer passed away in his sleep yesterday (July 26th) and reads as follows:
“We are heartbroken to share the news that Joey Jordison, prolific drummer, musician and artist passed away peacefully in his sleep on July 26th, 2021. He was 46.
Joey‘s death has left us with empty hearts and feelings of indescribable sorrow.
To those that knew Joey, understood his quick wit, his gentle personality, giant heart and his love for all things family and music.
The family of Joey have asked that friends, fans and media understandably respect our need for privacy and peace at this incredibly difficult time.
The family will hold a private funeral service and asks the media and public to respect their wishes.”
Joey Jordison was a founding member of SLIPKNOT, who played with the band up until his departure in 2013.
He also played in the band MURDERDOLLS with WEDNESDAY 13 until their disbandment in 2013. After his time in SLIPKNOT he went on to perform with the bands SCAR THE MARTYR, VIMIC and SINSAENUM.