Reports indicate that Sid Wilson is no longer a member of Slipknot. Sources close to the band suggest the DJ and keyboardist was informed of his permanent removal this past Friday afternoon.
Wilson served as one of the original nine members of the Des Moines-based heavy metal group since its inception in 1999. Known to fans as number zero, he played a central role in the sound and identity of the band for over two decades.
As of Saturday afternoon, there is no official statement from the band or from Wilson regarding the departure. The reasons for his exit remain unknown at this time. This news follows his long tenure with the group, making his absence a significant change for the band lineup moving forward.