Formed in 1995, Slipknot emerged from Des Moines, Iowa as leader of the burgeoning alternative and nu metal movement alongside bands like Korn, Mushroomhead, and System of a Down. As part of the band's horrorcore aesthetic, each member wears a unique mask and matching uniform, often a jumpsuit. Shows make extensive use of pyrotechnics, explosions, extravagant lighting, computer screens, and crazy antics that often involve audience members. In 2012, Slipknot created a music festival called Knotfest. The first Knotfests took place in Council Bluffs, Iowa and Somerset, Wisconsin. In 2014, Knotfest became an international event, and Slipknot hosted the event in Chiba, Japan. Since then, Knotfest has taken place in many other global locations, including Colombia, Mexico, Germany, France, Finland, Argentina, Chile, Brazil, and Australia. Slipknot has headlined every Knotfest since its inception.
These are photos from concerts where Slipknot played, so they may be of other bands that played the concert as well.
Knotfest 2012 Aug 18, 2012 Somerset, Wisconsin, United States Uploaded by Sonny R
Knotfest Aug 17, 2012 Pacific Junction, IA Uploaded by Stu
Knotfest Aug 17, 2012 Pacific Junction, Iowa, United States Uploaded by Heidi Noll
Slipknot / As I Lay Dying / Asking Alexandria Aug 8, 2012 Holmdel, New Jersey, United States Uploaded by Christina820x
Slipknot / Motörhead / Slayer / Anthrax Aug 1, 2012 Darien Center, New York, United States Uploaded by Ekoz1354
Mayhem Fest 2012 Jul 31, 2012 Saratoga Springs, New York, United States Uploaded by Meghan Mayhem
