Washington: Joey Jordison, the co-founder of Slipknot and one of the most influential metal drummers of his generation, has died at the age of 46, his family announced. We are heartbroken to share the news that Joey Jordison, prolific drummer, musician and artist passed away peacefully in his sleep, his family said Tuesday in a statement carried by Rolling Stone and multiple US media outlets.
Iowa-born Jordison was one of Slipknot s three original members and helped power the US nine-piece to global stardom in the early 2000s during an era when rock and metal acts routinely jostled with popstars at the top of the commercial charts.
Slipknot co-founder Joey Jordison, 46, dies
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Joey Jordison, Slipknot co-founder and one of the most influential drummers, passes away at 46
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