As the most savage band of the nu metal era, Slipknot carved a an instant mark into the face of metal with their 1999 debut album. Since then, the nine-headed monstrosity has only maintained its momentum, transforming from pissed-off upstarts to battle-tested mainstays with their own festival. It’s no surprise that they’ve inspired an army of bands along the way then. And here are five brand new bands to can check if you need more fixes of high-octane Slipknot-inspired savagery.
