Date of Birth: April 26, 1975
Zodiac Sign: Taurus
Date of Death: July 26, 2021
Biography
Nathan Jonas “Joey” Jordison was an American musician, songwriter, and record producer, best known as the drummer and co-founder of the Grammy Award-winning metal band Slipknot. Born in Des Moines, Iowa, Jordison showed an early interest in music and began playing drums at a young age. He was a member of several bands before forming Slipknot in 1995. With his intense and innovative drumming style, Jordison quickly became a central figure in the band’s success. Slipknot’s self-titled debut album, released in 1999, propelled them to international fame, thanks in no small part to Jordison’s powerful and precise drumming. Over the years, the band released several more successful albums, including “Iowa,” “Vol. 3: (The Subliminal Verses),” and “All Hope Is Gone.” Jordison’s work extended beyond Slipknot; he also played guitar for the horror punk band Murderdolls and collaborated with numerous other artists and bands. In 2013, Jordison parted ways with Slipknot under uncertain circumstances, citing health issues related to a neurological condition called transverse myelitis. Despite this, he continued to make music and formed the band Vimic in 2016. Joey Jordison passed away on July 26, 2021, leaving behind a legacy as one of the most influential drummers in heavy metal history.
5 Interesting Facts about Joey Jordison
1. Joey Jordison co-founded Slipknot in 1995 and was known as “Number 1” in the band, often wearing a kabuki-style mask.
2. He won the “Best Drummer” award in the Metal Hammer Golden Gods Awards in 2010.
3. Jordison played on Slipknot’s first four studio albums, which all achieved platinum status.
4. He suffered from transverse myelitis, an inflammation of the spinal cord, which temporarily caused him to lose the use of his legs.
5. Joey was also a talented guitarist and played for the horror punk band Murderdolls.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Joey Jordison
1. “I realized at a young age that I was going to be a drummer.”
2. “Slipknot is a way of life. It’s not just a band.”
3. “You gotta give the audience what they want. It’s all about the fans.”
4. “Music is the only thing that has ever made me feel like I belong.”
5. “Even in the darkest times, music will always be there.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
At the peak of his career, Joey Jordison’s net worth was estimated to be around $5 million.
Children
Joey Jordison did not have any children.
Relevant Links
1. [Joey Jordison on Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joey_Jordison
2. [Slipknot official website](https://www.slipknot1.com
4. [Joey Jordison’s tribute on Loudwire](https://loudwire.com/joey-jordison-tribute/
5. [Joey Jordison’s discography on Discogs](https://www.discogs.com/artist/253423-Joey-Jordison
