Slipknot is an American heavy metal band from Des Moines, Iowa, formed in 1995 by Shawn Crahan, Anders Colsefni, and Paul Gray. Known for their striking masks, intense music, and chaotic live performances, Slipknot became a major force in metal with their self-titled debut album in 1999 and their darker, heavier follow-up, Iowa, in 2001. Over the years, the band established a nine-member lineup that became iconic in the metal world. Slipknot’s music is marked by aggressive riffs and a raw, energetic sound. Albums like Vol. 3 The Subliminal Verses, All Hope Is Gone, We Are Not Your Kind, and The End, So Far solidified their reputation, with several debuting at number one on the US charts. The band has released multiple live albums and DVDs, selling over 30 million records worldwide. Slipknot has undergone significant lineup changes, including the deaths of Paul Gray and the departures of key members like Joey Jordison, Chris Fehn, and Craig Jones. Despite these changes, they remain influential, with percussionist Shawn Crahan as the only founding member still in the group. Slipknot’s legacy endures through their uncompromising sound, theatrical performances, and loyal global fanbase.