Why Slipknot Fired Joey Jordison 

Which drummer do you prefer? Joey or Jay and why?

I saw Joey drum for korn. It was absolutely insane

The saddest thing is that we’ll never see Joey playing drums for Slipknot again, it’s a real shame

I came here because I found out that Joey has just passed away. RIP Legend

I can’t believe Joey is gone now. This hurts so much.

Imagine giving your whole spirit and youth to a band throught all those years of dedication and at the final day you receieve an email saying you are out of the band ! I know joey was hurting so bad ... may he rest in peace now legend.

Them firing him for having transverse myelitis Is even more tragic now that he's lost his life to it

Never forget meeting Slipknot. Joey was the first to approach us and say hi. Was a really cool guy and an awesome drummer. First 2 albums are the best.

11:55 This hits so different now. That would have been crazy if a reunion actually happened. R.I.P. Joey.

You think as a founding member Joey would’ve at least deserved to mourn the loss of Paul Gray along with the rest of the band on The Gray Chapter. They really were the backbone of the band and it feels contrived without them

Holy shit I was just watching this yesterday…only to find out today that this legend is no longer with us. Rest in power JJ.

“Why they fired joey” “Joey was born in...” Just get to the point 🤦🏻‍♂️, I don’t need his life story to hear why he left.

Dude was selfless and classy , huge loss. Rip

It is outrageous and shameful what they did to Joey.

If this says anything different from 'legs died' then this will be legendary

When I heard the news about Joey being fired by e-mail, I stopped listening and supporting the band. You can't just fire someone like Joey who put his heart to the group. He was not only the drummer, but also a composer, a writer and one of the funding members. He is also the person who sketched the iconic logo, the tribal S. He really believed in the project and gave 100% of his dedication to it. I still have no clue what "The Gray Chapter" or the other album I don't even know the title of sound like. I wish things went differently. Joey is no longer with us and this makes me a bit sadder every day that passes. He didn't deserve to be fired from Slipknot, he didn't deserve to die so young and with such a horrible desease. Dear Joey, the metal community is mourning your loss. We love you, may God bless your soul 🖤

No Paul no Joey no Chris no Slipknot.

As a girl it wasn’t normal for some people “to listen to music like this”. Joey was the reason why I fell in love with Slipknot when I was younger and I never stopped loving them -especially this weird drummer guy. I feel so lucky that I saw him doing his magic live. I cannot believe he is gone. Rest in peace Joey. There will never EVER be no one like you.

Didnt you forget to mention that he also was a founding member of Murderdolls?

When I hear Joey’s reason is “health” but then from James Root, “someday I might be able to talk about it......”, that makes me think that something else is up.

So they kicked Nathan for doing drugs yet mourn Paul grey for a drug overdose RIP Nathan Jonas "Joey" Jordison. You were and always will be a legend and loved by many, you were and still are my idol drummer. Rest easy king

I was surprised to learn how short Joey Jordison is, doesn't matter to me he's a cool drummer.

Rip Joey. I wish you could’ve played with Slipknot again 🤍

“Why sklipknot fired Joey” proceeds to go through the history of the band

After iowa slipknot was never the same for me...and plus 2 of the original musicians not being part of it even more makes it not the same..it was so amazing while it lasted

I thought this would have new information. I literally knew and heard everything in this video already. I was a HUGE Joey fan. He was my favorite member. I just want to know why. I want to hear it from Clowns mouth.

That was a really messed up way to fire a member they could have at least called the poor guy that really stinks.

Started listening to Slipknot due to Joey. He’s a legend and can never be disassociated from Slipknot.

Miss the small power house that he was ! R.I.P. JOEY ! 😢

RIP Joey you were a part of my musical inspiration and you were one of the most influential drummers out there. Damn

"Joey had been battling acute transverse myelitis, a neurological disorder that causes an inflammation of the spinal cord. It is a devastating, paralyzing condition which left Joey without the use of his legs"

Topic starts at 8 minute mark, the rest is just fluff to make up 10+ minute video. Also the guys will never give out full details because they signed an NDA. You just summarized what they said in the last 5 years. Great "reporting". Also Joey def doesnt post often on IG at ALL.

Joey Jordison is the man that inspires me to become a drummer. He's the face of Slipknot to me and many other fans too

I definitely want to hear the rest of the bands side of the story. Joey makes it sound like they judged him for something he's not. But there's always two sides of the story.

they just fire him via email :( RIP Joey :(

Slipknot: The Brand. Who the f*ck fires someone by email?...And still no proper reason from Slipknot management as to why he was fired...

as a guitarist looking for a band i wish i had a drummer like him❤❤

1:48 aww lil Joey's smile is absolutely adorable

There was absolutely zero news that we haven't heard in years. None.

his remarkable effort on debut till vol 3 are unforgettable and makes slipknot stand out as a band

I will Always think of Joey Jordison when it comes to slipknot. Because of Joey's drumming is what snagged my ear 👂 to listen to them more . Yes it's the band as a whole is what makes an album. Even though Joey was out of slipknot I still liked their music . Rip Joey !

It really sucks how they left him behind, still miss this guy and it's sad I'll never be able to see him playing for Slipknot live...

This was one of the most heartbreaking departures I've ever known in my life, and it's worsened by the knowledge that he died wishing to be part of what he created once again. I think Jay is an excellent drummer, but nothing will ever be the same without Joey. Paul Gray's death was the beginning of the end, neither Slipknot nor the fans have fully recovered from that loss. Joey took it the hardest of everyone if you ask me, and nobody does (lol).

Joey and Paul were slipknot. So sad that they r gone, but their music will never die. Head banging in a better place.

In my opinion, Iowa was their greatest work. Just my opinion.

RIP Joey… my hands are shaking. This isn’t true. I can’t believe it.

He might still be alive if he had peace with Slipknot, now they all have to carry that burden.

I love Joey so much 😢 I'm still so heartbroken about him passing away 💔💔💔

Joey wrote the best drums for slipknot... I remember back in the early 2000s he was usually regarded as the best drummer in the world

0:46 🥺😭

Without joey Paul and Chris . Corey would never be anywhere

The last minute of this video makes his death even more heart wrenching 😭

They really needed to support him during the time his playing started to suffer, but instead of supporting him, and getting temporary help for touring etc , they dumped him.

Man I seen them live in September or October 2001. I was 10, it was my first concert ever! Wow the memories! And seeing Joey do that drum solo he did later on again in London for the Disasterpieces DVD I was blown away. RIP Joey J! You’ll always be one of top, if not TOP, metal drummers of all time!

R.I.P Joey 💔

Joey is up there jamming out with Paul... rest easy brothers ❤

Thought: young Joey Jordison looks like Charlize Theron in Monster

I am almost in tears as I type this. Never met him, never saw him perform live but heart aches as I was this video unable to sleep at night thinking of Joey somewhere from the Southern Part of India. September 01, 2021, 4:05 AM. Missss you so much Joey !!!💔💔

I don't understand how you get tossed from a band you formed????

That last quote you had in here from him tears me up now. So very very sad and tragic. 😢

Who was that who said the band would not continue if one member passed away or left?

RIP Joey Jordison

Joey will always be the soul of Slipknot. Nobody can touch his drumming abilities. R.I.P. Joey.

2:29 whoah, whoah, whoah...I know that intersection, and it's not in Iowa...that's the Whitney Ave/Skiff St intersection in Hamden, CT...I recognize the Discount Wine and Spirit sign next to the Shell station 🤯

Dude was an icon to me when I started playing drums. Not the biggest heavy metal fan but i loved Slipknot and the drums blew my mind.

Oh shit Joey shares the same birthday as me happy early birthday bro

Rest in peace you absolute legend...

Joey had written something else before this but he deleted, I remember it at the time, was something that slipknot is his baby and he wasn’t gonna leave

I love Joey but I love jay too. Jay gets so much flak for not being Joey but I honestly enjoy that jay brings his own flavor to the band while also keeping the same sort of feel Joey created for the band

Its the guy why i learn battery at 37 , you will be my hero for that forever Rip Joey all my childhood memorys

RIP Joey, you were a legend 🙏

Sad this interview doesnt mention at the end that a reunion will never happen since Joey passed away July 26 2021. Ironically right about the time this article/video was released.

Rest in Power, King

I hope they feel guilty as fuck for what they did to him now he is dead. Shame on them. 😑

It’s ridiculous. This poor man has died and we still haven’t gotten an explanation from slipknot as to why he was fired from the band, years ago.

Rest in peace Joey Jordison one of the most brilliant drummers this world ever had always remembered never forgotten 🤘🤘🤘🤘👍👍🙏🙏🙏

Rip Joey we love you Joey

RIP JOEY

The part that sucks is the fact that after he got fired he never got to see anyone from the band again at least as far as I know RIP Joey Gone but NEVER ever forgotten. 💔

Damn, I feel like he probably had a history of drug use and they just assumed that was what it was when he started having issues. There’s two sides to every story. Jay is fantastic but it’s unfortunate. Joey is a big part of what made them a legend

Joey is Slipknot. I like Jay's work too and I support Slipknot to this day. But I can never deny that something in their music is missing without Joey, and Paul too. I still frequently go back to their songs when Slipknot was still pure. The band is now doing a great job but Joey and Paul were essential in propelling them to these heights. Present or not, they'll always be Slipknot. I'm getting emotional typing this, I miss them on stage with the band I truly love.

Not a fan of their music but their characters and charisma’s are interesting, type of people I’d love to be around and show my real self

Rest easy Joey :(

Can’t believe slipknot did this to Joey 💔

I feel kinda weird about Joey not being in Slipknot anymore. Growing up, he was THE GUY! Looked up to him as a drummer and as a musician. Was heartbroken and devastated when he got fired and thought who they get next can't compare. While I feel that way between Chris/Tortilla man and Paul/V-Man, Jay has done such a fantastic job with his role, that the thought of him leaving makes me feel uneasy. I still a big Joey fan, but if it's not him, I'm glad it's Jay

I hope everyone involved feels like absolute shit for what they did to that guy.

Rip Joey you where on of the guys that made my childhood i still remember when i fist sa him on MTV!! 16y now 16!!! i'm so sad!

He is dead...Why?😪

Joey deserved better!

Joey's & Chris Adler's + Lombardo's sacking killed my hope/respect for bands. Loyalty & respect, doesn't mean shit in this industry. The bands' lawyers & managers control & run everything New mentality is to just listen to the music & never get attached to the bands & its members

REST IN PEACE LEGEND

Rest in power Joey

RIP Joey

RIP Number 1. You will be missed

This was so long winded. I was just waiting for him to *SPIT IT OUT*

I've been following Slipknot since 97 I tell you what the way they treated Paul's wife and not helping him recover because they clearly could have financed his treatment and basically told her it was her problem and his problem kind of rubbed me the wrong way. And then many years later just assuming Joey was doing drugs or whatever but the truth was obviously his bone disease or whatever the issue was had nothing to do with drugs. And then later on in his life probably due to losing the spotlight of being in one of the biggest bands in the world he turned into a major alcoholic and passed away.

Honestly in my opinion I believe that Joey will return because Jay has been with Slipknot for almost a decade and still isn’t an official member, especially V-Man. Yes, I am a fan of Jay Weinberg and I’m not trying to diss on him, but I feel like that it’s going to be a while until they ACTUALLY make him an official member of the band with Joey’s number. Who knows? If Joey gets himself back into shape and meets up with the original members and talk about a possible return I’m going to be happy for him and if they decide to already make Jay an official member then I’ll still be happy for him.

I've never understood how you can leave something that you created even if you leave don't you still own it or have a percentage of it regardless You would always think if you created the group you would have the other people leave!

Yeah they did him dirty af tbh but I’m really glad he isn’t bitter, says a lot about his character.

Rest in peace Joey :(