Joey Jordison

كان جوي جورديسون موسيقيًا وكاتب أغاني أمريكيًا، اشتهر بكونه عازف الطبول الأصلي وعضوًا مؤسسًا لفرقة الميتال الثقيل Slipknot، حيث تم تعيينه بالرقم #1. عزفه المذهل والدقيق تقنيًا حدد صوت الفرقة في ألبوماتها الأربعة الأولى، وجعله أحد أكثر عازفي الطبول احترامًا في جيله. إلى جانب Slipknot، كان عازف الجيتار لفرقة البانك الرعب Murderdolls وأسس مشروع الميتال Scar the Martyr.

امتد تأثير جورديسون إلى ما وراء فرقه الأساسية؛ فقد قدم وسجل مع فنانين مثل Rob Zombie و Korn و Ministry، وكان عضوًا في فرقة الميتال الأسود السوبرجروب Sinsaenum وقت وفاته. يستند إرثه إلى مزيج من القوة الخام، والتنوع الموسيقي، وأخلاقيات العمل الدؤوبة التي ألهمت عددًا لا يحصى من الموسيقيين.[تعديل]

نشأ ناثان جوناس جورديسون في دي موين، أيوا، وكان الطفل الأوسط لدوجلاس وجاكلين جورديسون. عمل والده جراحًا، وعملت والدته ربة منزل. كان لديه شقيقان: أخت أكبر وأخ أصغر. بدأ اهتمام جوي بالموسيقى مبكرًا؛ بدأ العزف على الطبول في سن 11، وعلم نفسه بالاستماع إلى تسجيلات فرق Kiss و Iron Maiden و Black Sabbath.

في المدرسة الثانوية، عزف جورديسون في العديد من الفرق المحلية، بما في ذلك Modifidious، التي مزجت بين الديث ميتال والثراش. عمل أيضًا في متجر موسيقى، حيث التقى بأعضاء Slipknot المستقبليين. بعد التخرج، التحق بالكلية لفترة وجيزة لكنه تركها للتفرغ للموسيقى. في عام 1995، شارك في تأسيس Slipknot مع عازف الإيقاع Shawn Crahan وعازف البيس Paul Gray، في البداية كمشروع جانبي. سرعان ما اكتسبت عروض الفرقة الحية الفوضوية وصوتها العدواني اهتمامًا في مشهد دي موين تحت الأرض.[تعديل]

كان الألبوم الأول لفرقة Slipknot الذي حمل اسمها عام 1999 اختراقًا تجاريًا، حيث باع أكثر من مليوني نسخة ووصل إلى المركز 51 في قائمة Billboard 200. كان عزف جورديسون على الطبول عنصرًا بارزًا، تم عرضه في أغاني مثل "Wait and Bleed" و "Spit It Out". الألبوم التالي، Iowa (2001)، كان أثقل وظهر لأول مرة في المركز الثالث في قائمة Billboard 200، مما عزز مكانة الفرقة.

في عام 2002، شكل جورديسون فرقة Murderdolls كمشروع جانبي مع المغني Wednesday 13، حيث عزف على الجيتار. وصل ألبومهم الأول، Beyond the Valley of the Murderdolls، إلى المركز 103 في قائمة Billboard 200. واصل مع Slipknot من خلال Vol. 3: (The Subliminal Verses) (2004) و All Hope Is Gone (2008)، حيث ظهر الأخير لأول مرة في المركز الأول. في عام 2013، تم فصله من Slipknot بسبب حالة عصبية تنكسية أثرت مؤقتًا على عزفه. أسس لاحقًا Scar the Martyr، وأصدر ألبومًا يحمل نفس الاسم في عام 2013، وانضم إلى Sinsaenum في عام 2016.[تعديل]

اعتبر جورديسون على نطاق واسع أحد أكثر عازفي الطبول موهبة تقنيًا في الهيفي ميتال، واشتهر بسرعته وقدرته على التحمل وعمله المزدوج على الدواسات. كانت حضوره المسرحي مكثفًا وعدوانيًا، وغالبًا ما تمت مقارنته بالآلة. أحبه المعجبون، المعروفون باسم Maggots، باعتباره مهندسًا رئيسيًا لصوت Slipknot. ركزت التغطية الإعلامية على براعته في العزف على الطبول ورحيله عن Slipknot، والذي كشف لاحقًا أنه بسبب التهاب النخاع المستعرض، وهي حالة سببت شللًا مؤقتًا في ساقه اليسرى. حافظ على حياة شخصية خاصة نسبيًا، تاركًا موسيقاه تتحدث عن نفسها.[تعديل]

The collective following of Joey Jordison, known universally as Maggots, has long served as the primary vessel for his legacy. This community, organized with intense dedication, frequently mobilizes to honor the founding member's contributions, particularly during tributes marking his death or anniversaries of his tenure. While no distinct moniker exists solely for Jordison's personal fanbase, the Maggot identity encompasses his status as Number 1, with fans often citing his technical prowess and the tragedy of his departure as central themes in their discourse. The narrative surrounding his dismissal due to health struggles remains a defining element of this fandom's history, fueling a protective attitude toward his memory and the circumstances of his exit from Slipknot. According to iFANN's August 2026 evaluation, Joey Jordison is currently evaluated but does not hold a placement in the published Global Top 1,000 rankings or any Top-100 scope list. The system confirms that he is currently unranked in these specific global scopes, reflecting an absence of current numerical placement rather than a lack of historical impact. Despite this lack of a specific ordinal rank in the current dataset, his standing within the heavy metal canon remains undisputed, supported by enduring media coverage and consumption signals related to his recorded work. The evaluation process acknowledges his significant influence while noting the absence of a quantifiable position in the current global hierarchy.[تعديل]

Jordison's signature early Slipknot mask was a Japanese kabuki design featuring a metal plate over the mouth and bolts, inspired by horror cinema. Although left-handed, he performed on a right-handed drum kit setup. He possessed proficient guitar skills and occasionally performed guitar parts on recordings. A passionate car enthusiast, he maintained a collection of classic and custom vehicles. His love for horror films significantly influenced his stage persona. A widely retold story among bandmates involves turntablist Sid Wilson's first impression of Jordison; Wilson recalled seeing him play and questioned if he was human, calling him a phenomenon due to his extraordinary ability to cover every musical element. Another anecdote describes how current drummer Jay Weinberg jammed with the band while Jordison was still active, only for Jordison to be gone the very next day, highlighting the suddenness of his departure. These narratives, alongside the verified account of his dismissal in December 2013 due to Multiple Sclerosis, form the core of his legendary status within the metal community.[تعديل]

دعم والدا جورديسون، دوجلاس وجاكلين، طموحاته الموسيقية. بنى والده غرفة عازلة للصوت في الطابق السفلي له لممارسة الطبول. كان لديه أخت أكبر وأخ أصغر. لم يتزوج جوي ولم يكن لديه أطفال معروفون. تدير عائلته ممتلكاته منذ وفاته.[تعديل]

عمل جورديسون بشكل وثيق مع أعضاء Slipknot Shawn Crahan و Paul Gray و Corey Taylor و Mick Thomson. في Murderdolls، تعاون مع Wednesday 13. شمل عمله كعازف جلسات أداء مع Rob Zombie و Korn و Ministry و Metallica. كما ساهم في ألبومات لفرقتي System of a Down و Marilyn Manson.[تعديل]

كان جوي جورديسون متحفظًا بشكل ملحوظ بشأن حياته العاطفية. لم يتم تأكيد أي علاقات طويلة الأمد أو خطوبات أو زيجات علنًا. ظهرت شائعات من حين لآخر، لكنه لم يعالجها أبدًا. ظل تركيزه على مسيرته الموسيقية. اعتبارًا من وفاته في عام 2021، كان أعزب.[تعديل]

Nathan Jonas 'Joey' Jordison, the founding drummer of Slipknot, died on July 26, 2021, at his home in Des Moines, Iowa. He was 46 years old, having been born on April 26, 1975. According to an official statement released by his family and confirmed by multiple outlets including Variety and Pearl Drums, Jordison passed away peacefully in his sleep. The cause of death was not officially ruled by a coroner or medical examiner in a public autopsy report; rather, the determination was based entirely on the family's statement that he died naturally during sleep. No police investigation or foul play was suggested at the time of the announcement. Regarding his final days and circumstances, no specific details regarding his health condition immediately preceding death were publicly disclosed by the family.

However, discussions among fans and former bandmates have circulated regarding a long-term illness. A Reddit thread referencing insider accounts suggests that Jordison had been suffering from a severe, undiagnosed illness which was previously mistaken by some peers for substance abuse issues. Despite these rumors, the only confirmed fact remains the family's statement of a peaceful passing. There is no record of a last public appearance prior to his death; his final known professional activities involved his work with Scar the Martyr and various drum clinics leading up to July 2021. Because the death was reported as natural and occurring peacefully in his sleep, authorities did not intervene. The handling of his affairs appears to have remained strictly within the private domain of his family and estate management.

The news of Jordison's death triggered an immediate and widespread outpouring of grief across the music industry and among fans globally. Immediate statements were issued by major institutions and peers. Pearl Drums, his longtime sponsor, released a condolence message highlighting his status as a founding member of Slipknot. Members of Slipknot, including Shawn 'Clown' Crahan, later expressed deep reverence for his talent; in interviews conducted years later (e.g., May 2026), Crahan stated Jordison 'made me the best I could ever be' and recalled his early influence in the Des Moines metal scene. Former percussionist Chris Fehn also paid tribute, describing Jordison as a 'phenomenon' who could 'cover everything,' noting that playing alongside him was 'very intimidating' due to his unparalleled skill.

Fans organized online vigils and shared tributes on social media platforms like Instagram and Facebook, where Jordison's official pages saw a surge in activity. While specific chart numbers for the week of his death are not detailed in the provided search results, it is standard industry practice for bands to see significant streaming spikes following such announcements. His legacy continued to be recognized in lists of greatest drum solos, with his performance on Slipknot's 2001 hit being named among the greatest of all time in subsequent years. Details regarding the specific date, location, and nature (public or private) of Joey Jordison's funeral or memorial service were never made public. As is common in the heavy metal community, while informal gatherings may have taken place among close friends and bandmates, no official public ceremony was announced or reported in the available sources.

Since his death, Jordison has been honored through retrospective features and continued recognition of his technical prowess, such as Stewart Copeland praising his techniques in 2026 and Sid Wilson identifying him as 'the best' Slipknot drummer in 2026. The estate was handled privately by his family, with no public statements or legal filings regarding its administration or distribution found in the search results.[تعديل]

At the time of his death in 2021, Joey Jordison's net worth was estimated at $30 million, derived from decades of album sales, touring, and merchandise. Per iFANN's editorial analysis, this valuation reflects the substantial royalties generated by Slipknot's catalog, particularly their first four studio albums. His side projects Murderdolls and Scar the Martyr contributed additional income streams throughout his career. Touring remained a major revenue source, with Slipknot's live performances consistently selling out arenas worldwide. Posthumously, his estate continues to earn from streaming, licensing, and merchandise sales. As of 2026, his estate is managed by his family, with no public disclosure of its current valuation.[تعديل]

كعضو في Slipknot، فاز جورديسون بجائزة جرامي لأفضل أداء ميتال في عام 2006 عن أغنية "Before I Forget". كما حصلت الفرقة على العديد من الترشيحات والجوائز الأخرى في جوائز Kerrang! وجوائز Metal Hammer Golden Gods وجوائز Loudwire الموسيقية.[تعديل]