Slipknot is most often considered a nu metal and alternative metal band, or heavy metal in general. They have included elements of groove metal, death metal, hard rock, grindcore, thrash metal, metalcore, and rap metal. … See more

The band is known for its attention-grabbing image; the members perform wearing unique, individual facemasks and matching uniforms—typically jumpsuits—while each member is typically assigned and referre… See more

Slipknot has inspired a new wave of bands and artists, including: Deafheaven, Code Orange, Knocked Loose, vein.fm, Ho99o9, City Morgue, Demon Hunter, Cane Hill, Of Mice & Men, Suicide Silence, Whitechapel, Poorstacy… See more

In 2008, Slipknot launched their clothing line Tattered and Torn. Named after a song on their 1999 self-titled debut, the line runs as an imprint of Bravado, a company that runs the band's merchandising. While the band recog… See more

Slipknot's music and image have been the subject of many controversies throughout its career. The lyrical content of some of Slipknot's songs has been linked to several violent and criminal incidents. In 2003, two young killer… See more