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SLIPKNOT's #0 Sid Wilson Exits After 28-Year Reign: Chaos Unleashed

By Jason •
The masked metal juggernaut SLIPKNOT faces turmoil as DJ Sid Wilson is unceremoniously ousted amidst whispers of longstanding discord.

In a seismic shift within the metal landscape, SLIPKNOT's long-serving DJ and keyboardist, Sid Wilson, has been officially booted from the band after an impressive 28-year reign. Reports from TMZ have surfaced, stating that the decision was precipitated by a culmination of issues, particularly Wilson's treatment of his bandmates—a narrative that has been brewing for some time.

The announcement came on July 31, with insiders revealing that the band had intended to orchestrate a more controlled rollout of Sid's departure. However, the cat was out of the bag when TMZ broke the news, forcing SLIPKNOT into a reactive stance. The band’s guitarist, Jim Root, took to social media with a cryptic message that seemed to hint at the brewing storm, advising fans not to take everything at face value and to reserve judgment until more information came to light.

Wilson, who joined the band in 1998 just before the release of their self-titled debut, had been known as #0 in the group’s numerical nomenclature, contributing both sound effects and background noise to the band’s signature chaos. His persona extended beyond the band, as he occasionally toured under the moniker DJ Starscream, a nod to the iconic 'Transformers' character.

Adding layers to this narrative, Wilson's personal life has also been a rollercoaster ride. He welcomed his first child with Kelly Osbourne, daughter of rock royalty Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne, in November 2022. However, their relationship hit the skids earlier this year, leading to a quiet split just months after their engagement was announced at BLACK SABBATH's farewell show. The intertwining of personal and professional turmoil paints a vivid picture of the challenges Wilson faced beyond the stage.

As SLIPKNOT continues to navigate this turbulent chapter, fans are left to ponder the future of the band. Will they regroup and rise stronger, or will the shadows of discord loom large over their legacy? Only time will tell as they prepare for their next move following their most recent performance at Inkcarceration in July 2025.