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Slipknot faces allegations of exploiting the late drummer Joey Jordison’s legacy for financial gain. The company managing Jordison’s estate has filed a lawsuit against the band, claiming they profited from displaying Jordison’s belongings in a traveling museum and used his death to boost sales for their 2022 album, “The End, So Far.”
According to documents obtained by TMZ, the lawsuit contends that Slipknot strategically used Joey Jordison’s death in 2021 to enhance the sales of their latest album. The company managing Jordison’s estate accuses band members Corey Taylor and Michael Shawn Crahan of telling fans that the album was dedicated to Joey and that the realization of his passing influenced the album’s creation. Furthermore, the lawsuit alleges that the band falsely claimed to have contacted Jordison’s family to express condolences after his death.
The legal battle delves into the history between Joey Jordison and Slipknot, suggesting a longstanding discord. The lawsuit claims that Jordison was abruptly removed from the band via email while he was grappling with acute transverse myelitis, a condition that led to the loss of the drummer’s left leg. The documents assert that Slipknot and Jordison had agreed to the return of his property, including musical gear and equipment, but the company managing the estate claims that this agreement was not fulfilled.
The lawsuit asserts that Slipknot currently retains “at least 22 items” that belong to Joey Jordison, including his iconic Pearl drum set, masks, and Adidas sneakers. The legal documents claim that some of these items are part of the display in the band’s traveling museum.
Following the filing of the complaint, Slipknot responded with their own legal documents denying the allegations and seeking the dismissal of the lawsuit. The band has yet to make a public statement regarding the matter, leaving fans and the music community awaiting further developments.
The legal battle between Slipknot and the estate of Joey Jordison raises crucial questions about the ethical use of an artist’s legacy and belongings after their passing. While the band denies the allegations, the lawsuit highlights the complex dynamics between artists and their collaborators, shedding light on the intricacies of the music industry. As the case unfolds, it will undoubtedly impact how future disputes over the posthumous use of an artist’s legacy are handled within the realm of intellectual property and contractual obligations.
