Slipknot Celebrates 25 Years at Knotfest Brazil; See Details

Back in 1999, we were all panicking about Y2K taking down the world’s tech, arguing over a president’s private escapades instead of governmental coups, and gleefully downloading Metallica tracks despite their infamous Napster tantrum. Meanwhile, Slipknot crashed onto the scene with their self-titled debut, shaking the metal world to its core. Fast forward 25 years, and they’re marking the occasion with not one, but two headline performances at Knotfest Brazil. Saturday, October 19, will showcase the debut album in all its chaotic glory, while Sunday offers what they’re calling a “special Iowa show.” Let’s hope “special” means more than just a slightly different mask lineup.

The full lineup for this two-day metal blowout, taking place at Allianz Parque in São Paulo, has been unveiled. We’re talking a roster of nu-metal stalwarts and modern scene favorites, including Mudvayne, Meshuggah, DragonForce, Bad Omens, P.O.D., and, yes, even the wildcard Poppy. It’s a blend of nostalgia and fresh blood that, whether you love or hate the genre, knows how to pack a crowd.

And speaking of the crowd, Slipknot has perfected the art of turning metalheads into a writhing sea of madness. If you’ve ever witnessed their stage antics, you’ll know it’s less a “concert” and more an apocalyptic carnival. With this lineup, expect the chaos to spread like wildfire.

The Breakdown: Who’s Playing When?

Saturday, October 19:

• SLIPKNOT
• Mudvayne – Still bringing the “Dig” energy.
• Amon Amarth – Vikings meet headbanging.
• Meshuggah – The math professors of metal.
• DragonForce – Insert “Through the Fire and Flames” joke here.
• Orbit Culture – Swedes keeping it heavy.
• Ratos de Porão – Brazil’s punk-metal royalty.
• Krisiun – Underrated death metal beasts.
• Project46 – Local heroes doing it big.
• Eminence – Another Brazilian gem.
• Kryour – Let’s see if they bring the heat.

Sunday, October 20:

• SLIPKNOT
• Bad Omens – The emo revivalists taking the stage.
• Till Lindemann – Yes, that Till, the one who makes Rammstein look tame.
• Babymetal – The kawaii overlords of the metal world.
• P.O.D. – Back with “Boom” or bust.
• Poppy – Half pop, half dystopian fever dream.
• Black Pantera – Brazilian metal with serious grit.
• Ego Kill Talent – Local alt-metal you shouldn’t skip.
• Korzus – Thrash veterans who don’t mess around.
• Papangú – Quirky, heavy, and unapologetically different.
• The Mönic + Eskrotacs – Ending things with some underground vibes.

So you’re here for the nostalgia (cough Mudvayne cough)? Or the modern darlings (Bad Omens)? Or just want to see what the hell Poppy will do next? No problem, this lineup covers it all. Tickets are available now.

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