“We could have a double album!’ Slipknot’s Clown gives an update on their new music

Slipknot co-founder Shawn “Clown” Crahan says the band’s eighth studio album is on the way, with a release expected next year. The group has written enough material that a double album is possible, though Crahan stressed that they have not decided to make one.

Crahan says Corey Taylor has sung rough demos for many of the songs and described the recording as enjoyable and free from outside direction. He suggested the album may take fans time to get used to, calling it a “musician’s album”. September’s single “Arsenal” is not representative of the record; Slipknot are also due to headline Wembley Stadium in July 2027, with Marilyn Manson booked as main support despite facing a civil lawsuit whose allegations he denies.