In a stunning flip of occasions, Slipknot took to social media simply moments in the past to announce that their sampler/keyboardist Craig Jones was not within the band. No particular motive was given as to why the 2 events determined to name it quits, or whether or not it was a mutual settlement in any respect within the first place.

This information comes simply hours after they introduced that M. Shawn “Clown” Crahan wouldn’t be becoming a member of them on their European tour because of his spouse’s ongoing household points. Oh they usually’re kicking off their European tour tonight. Within the case of each these absences, we’re not sure if the band will proceed with stand ins or in the event that they’ll should carry out with “simply” seven members on stage.

Jones wasn’t a founding member of Slipknot, however it might be mentioned that he’s been there since they blew the fuck up. He’s been a member since early 1996 after he joined to exchange guitarist Donnie Steele, however he finally moved over to deal with sampling and keyboards as an alternative. He was since featured in each Slipknot launch barring Mate. Feed. Kill. Repeat.

All of that is unusual and sudden, but when we hear any extra particulars, we’ll you should definitely hold you guys up to date.