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Playboi Carti’s New Mask Sparks Accusations Of Copying Slipknot

March 12, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Playboi Carti has always had eclectic influences by rap standards. His 2020 album Whole Lotta Red introduced a number of new styles to mainstream hip-hop and inspired the style of numerous rappers who have emerged since. One of those influences Carti has cited in the past is Kanye West. West has become pretty synonymous with wearing various masks out in public. Sometimes that’s full face ski masks and other times it’s simpler hockey masks. But recently video of Carti spotting an even more elaborate face covering began to make the rounds online.

In a backstage video originally taken last month, the rapper is sporting a full black mask with silver studs. Though the mask may look brand new to many rap fans, metal listeners in the comments knew exactly what it reminded them of. “Bro think he Slipknot” one of the top comments on the post reads, referencing the iconic metal outfit who perform in elaborate masks. The comments even featured more specific references to who the mask reminded fans of. “Lil bro is NOT Chris Fehn” and “Blud thinks he’s Chris Fehn from Slipknot” two other comments read. Check out the video of his elaborate new mask below.

Playboi Carti’s Mask Has Fans Thinking Slipknot

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Earlier this year and dating back into last year, Playboi Carti dropped a handful of new singles. The tracks were seemingly just loose cuts which were uploaded to YouTube with DIY music videos. While the new material did click with some fans, many are still waiting for more formal releases from the rapper.

Earlier this week, DJ Akademiks teased that Carti might have some new material on the way. While the promise left fans excited, many didn’t believe him. Carti is known for announcing things that he doesn’t follow-up on in the past. What do you think of Playboi Carti’s new mask? Do you think the comparisons to Slipknot are justified? Do you think he’s biting from the legendary metal band’s visual style? Let us know in the comment section below.

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Sid Wilson Net Worth 2024: What Is The Slipknot Musician Worth?

February 28, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Sid Wilson, famously known as #0 or DJ Starscream in the heavy metal band Slipknot, has amassed a net worth of $15 million as of 2024, as reported by Equity Atlas. Wilson’s journey from a DJ in Iowa to a key member of one of the most influential metal bands of the 21st century is a testament to his musical talent and his ability to diversify his career beyond the turntables. His financial success is attributed to his multifaceted music, acting, and business career, demonstrating his versatility and entrepreneurial spirit.

The Rise Of Sid Wilson: From Iowa DJ To Slipknot Fame

Before his fame with Slipknot, Sid Wilson was known as a talented DJ in the local Iowa music scene. His unique style of mixing and scratching caught the attention of Slipknot’s members, leading to his joining the band in 1998. Wilson’s integration into the band was a significant turning point for him and Slipknot, as his turntable skills added a distinctive layer to the band’s sound, contributing to their groundbreaking self-titled debut album in 1999. This album began Slipknot’s rise to international fame, with Wilson’s masked persona and energetic performances becoming a hallmark of the band’s identity.

Diversifying Talents: Ventures Beyond Slipknot

Wilson’s creative pursuits extend beyond his work with Slipknot. As DJ Starscream, he has released several solo albums, blending genres like drum and bass with heavy metal, showcasing his versatility as a musician. These projects have allowed Wilson to explore different musical landscapes and contributed to his net worth through album sales, live performances, and merchandise. Furthermore, his interest in acting has seen him take on roles in films and television, adding another dimension to his career and income sources.

Entrepreneurial Ventures & Collaborations

Further, Wilson has ventured into the business world. He also leveraged his fame and artistic sensibilities. He has collaborated with various brands on merchandise and limited-edition products, appealing to fans of Slipknot and beyond. These collaborations have been successful, further boosting his financial status. Additionally, Wilson’s involvement in music production for other artists and bands showcases his behind-the-scenes skills, contributing to his reputation as a multifaceted artist in the industry.

Sid Wilson’s net worth of $15 million reflects not just his success as a member of Slipknot but his ability to capitalize on his talents across different domains. His journey from a local DJ to an internationally recognized artist and entrepreneur illustrates a career built on versatility, innovation, and a relentless pursuit of artistic expression.

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Corey Taylor Net Worth 2023: What Is The Slipknot Singer Worth?

October 19, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Corey Taylor, the iconic frontman of Slipknot and Stone Sour, has made a significant mark in the music industry. As of 2023, his net worth is estimated to be around $10 million US dollars, according to Celebrity Net Worth. But how did he amass this wealth, and what are the key milestones in his career? Let’s delve into the journey of this rock legend.

Born on December 8, 1973, in Des Moines, Iowa, Corey Taylor’s life was anything but ordinary. Raised primarily by his single mother in Waterloo, he faced numerous challenges in his early years. His diverse ancestry includes Irish, Dutch, German, and Native American roots. Taylor’s interest in masks and horror themes was ignited after watching a trailer for the 1978 film Halloween. But his grandmother introduced him to the world of rock music, showing him a collection of Elvis Presley records.

By age 15, Taylor grappled with substance abuse, leading to two overdoses on cocaine. His grandmother, recognizing his potential, took him into legal custody and invested in musical equipment. This gesture would prove pivotal, setting Taylor toward musical greatness.

Stone Sour & Slipknot: Two Pillars Of His Career

corey taylor — MEXICO CITY, MEXICO – DECEMBER 03: (L-R) Jim Root, Corey Taylor and Shawn Crahan “Clown” of Slipknot. Attend a press conference to present the Knot Fest 2015 Mexico City. At St Regis Hotel on December 3, 2015 in Mexico City, Mexico. (Photo by Victor Chavez/WireImage)

In 1992, Taylor co-founded the hard rock band Stone Sour. The band saw moderate success in its early years, but his association with Slipknot catapulted Taylor to global fame. Recruited by Slipknot in 1997, Taylor’s distinctive voice and stage presence became synonymous with the band’s identity. Albums like Iowa, Vol. 3: (The Subliminal Verses), and All Hope is Gone solidified Slipknot’s position in the rock and metal pantheon.

Stone Sour, too, had its moments of glory. Their album Come What(ever) May debuted at number four on the Billboard 200 in 2006, and their concept double album House of Gold & Bones was accompanied by a comic book series penned by Taylor himself.

Collaborations & Solo Ventures

Beyond Slipknot and Stone Sour, Taylor’s versatility further shone through in his collaborations with various artists. He has worked with bands like Korn, Apocalyptica, Steel Panther, and Code Orange. His solo career, marked by the release of his debut album CMFT in 2020, showcases another facet of his musical genius. Moreover, Taylor’s entrepreneurial spirit led him to establish his record company, Great Big Mouth Records, in 2006. As a producer, he has been involved in albums like Redemption by Walls of Jericho and Facecage by the band of the same name.

Beyond Music: Writing & Acting

Additionally, Taylor’s talents aren’t confined to music. He has penned a monthly column for the British publication Rock Sound and has authored books like Seven Deadly Sins: Settling the Argument Between Born Bad and Damaged Good. His foray into acting includes appearances in films like Rollerball and Fear Clinic. Further, Taylor has faced his share of ups and downs on the personal front. He has also been married thrice, with his current wife being Alicia Dove. He is also a proud father to a son named Griffin and a daughter named Angeline.

Conclusion

Overall, Corey Taylor’s journey from a troubled teenager to a rock icon is a testament to his resilience, talent, and passion. With a net worth of $10 million in 2023, he stands as a beacon of success in the music industry, inspiring countless fans and aspiring musicians worldwide.

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Corey Taylor Of Slipknot Thinks Kanye West Is A ‘F*cking Moron’ For His ‘Donda 2’ Stem Player Release

March 7, 2022 by newhiphopnews

Kanye West is one of the more outspoken artists in music today, but he’s far from the only one. One of his peers who has developed a bit of a reputation for picking fights with other musicians is Slipknot’s Corey Taylor, who has never been known to hold his tongue. He’s never been a fan of some of Kanye’s more outrageous stunts, either, vehemently refusing Kanye’s claim of being the world’s “greatest living rock star” in 2015. More recently, it seems Kanye has once again got Taylor’s goat, prompting him to thrash the recently-divorced rapper in an interview with Metro UK.

This time, he’s taking issue with Kanye’s Donda 2 release tactic of selling the album exclusively through his $200 stem player, which Taylor characterized as “pompous and ridiculous,” going so far as calling Kanye a “f*cking moron” over it. The stem player, which separates the music into four separate tracks or “stems,” allows fans to transform the music as it plays, controlling the volume on each track and allowing some degree of speed and sound reversing. To Taylor, this is akin to “releasing all the parts for a car and sending them to people’s houses and going there, you got a free car, now you’ve got to figure out how to build the goddamn thing.”

Contrary to Taylor’s comments, the album is pre-downloaded in full and the touch controls merely allow fans to play around with how each song plays — i.e., lowering drums or vocals (my personal favorite use for it so far). Although his words suggest a slight misunderstanding of how the stem player works, Taylor’s got another point as well. “You’re assuming that the audience has the access and same technology that you have but you’re a f**king moron for doing that. Are you serious? It doesn’t work that way. The thinking that that’s a smart thing to do just shows you how convoluted and off the f**king property Kanye West really is.”

“When you’ve got that much money and that much people around you telling you exactly what you want to hear, your concept of reality just goes right out the f*cking window,” he continued. “People can’t afford their f*cking apartments for f*ck’s sake. It’s not right. It’s just so pompous and ridiculous.” He’s kind of got a point there; as fans have already programmed emulators to get around having to buy the players. Even Nipsey Hussle still kept his $100 mixtape, Crenshaw, free to stream while also running his “proud to pay” campaign, and he offered value besides periodic patches of an unfinished project. And while Kanye claims that the stem player returns profits and control back to artists, he has yet to demonstrate how the $200 devices really benefit anyone other than himself.

Corey Taylor Refutes Machine Gun Kelly’s Explanation Of Why A Slipknot Collaboration Didn’t Work Out

September 21, 2021 by newhiphopnews

In recent days, Machine Gun Kelly and Slipknot’s Corey Taylor have found themselves embroiled in some beef. The pair traded words, with Taylor dissing Kelly on a podcast and Kelly returning fire on stage at Riot Fest, while Slipknot was performing on a different stage at the fest at the same time. Then Kelly gave his version of the reason why he and Taylor have beef, with Kelly claiming, “corey did a verse for a song on tickets to my downfall album, it was f*cking terrible, so i didn’t use it. he got mad about it, and talked sh*t to a magazine about the same album he was almost on.”

However, Taylor refutes that story and says things went differently, producing screenshots of emails to bolster his case.

On Twitter last night, Taylor explained, “I don’t like people airing private sh*t like a child. So this is all I’ll say: I didn’t do the track because I don’t like when people try to ‘write’ for me. I said NO to THEM. So without further ado…. #receipts. This is all I’m going to say about it.”

The “receipts” in questions are screenshots of two emails: One from Kelly collaborator Travis Barker to Taylor, then Taylor’s response. Barker passed along notes on the song from Kelly, who proposed some changes to the song they were collaborating on. The song, by the way, is “Can’t Look Back,” which was released (without contributions from Taylor) on deluxe versions of Tickets To My Downfall.

Then, in Taylor’s response, he politely noted that he didn’t think he was the right collaborator for the song, writing, “Do I listened to the ideas and to be honest, I don’t think I’m the right guy for the track. Nothing persona, I just think if this is what MGK is looking for, someone else is the guy to do it. It’s ALL good, and I’m stoked for him- I hope you guys find the right fit for it. Hope you understand and I wish you guys the best with it. If I can help in any way, let me know.”

Check out Taylor’s tweet below.

I don’t like people airing private shit like a child. So this is all I’ll say: I didn’t do the track because I don’t like when people try to ‘write’ for me. I said NO to THEM. So without further ado…. #receipts
This is all I’m going to say about it. pic.twitter.com/pkhweg1Ptn

— SHRED DJENT REDEMPTION (@CoreyTaylorRock) September 20, 2021

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Machine Gun Kelly Explains The Real Reason Slipknot Has Beef With Him

September 20, 2021 by newhiphopnews

Machine Gun Kelly (Colson Baker) isn’t afraid to pick a fight, as his past beef with Eminem has made abundantly clear. But he’s also never shied away from setting the record straight when necessary. At this weekend’s Riot Fest, the pop-punk/rap star was roasting Slipknot during his set, taking aim at Corey Taylor and co. after the metal band’s frontman took shots at him on a recent podcast.

The full rundown: Taylor says on Cutter’s Rockast that he hates MGK: “I’m the worst old fogey dude shaking his cane ever. I hate everything. I hate all new rock for the most part. I [hate] the artists who failed in one genre and decided to go rock — and I think he knows who he is. But that’s another story.

At Riot Fest, MGK mocks Slipknot: “Hey, you wanna know what I’m really happy that I’m not doing? Being 50 years old and wearing a f*cking weird mask on a f*cking stage.”

But after numerous media outlets picked up his stage trash talk today, Baker wanted to let the public know what was really going on. So now MGK has finally spilled the tea, the real reason Corey was even mouthing off about him in the first place. “corey did a verse for a song on tickets to my downfall album, it was f*cking terrible, so i didn’t use it,” he wrote on Twitter. “he got mad about it, and talked shit to a magazine about the same album he was almost on. yalls stories are all off.
just admit he’s bitter.”

corey did a verse for a song on tickets to my downfall album, it was fucking terrible, so i didn’t use it.
he got mad about it, and talked shit to a magazine about the same album he was almost on.
yalls stories are all off.
just admit he’s bitter.

— blonde don (@machinegunkelly) September 20, 2021

The plot thickens… and I highly doubt this will be the end of it. Stay tuned.