Slipknot's Jim Root responds to rumours of Sid Wilson's exit from band: "Don't believe everything you read"

When Jim Root, the guitarist of the heavy metal band Slipknot, tells fans to "stop, think, and take a breath" amidst rumors of Sid Wilson's exit, it's clear that the drama is far from over. For fans of the band, this development is not just about the music, it's about the people behind it. For Wilson, who has been a part of Slipknot's lineup since its inception, the alleged split can't be easy to process.

Last Friday, TMZ reported that Wilson, the band's longtime DJ and keyboardist, had been permanently kicked out of Slipknot. However, the band has yet to confirm or deny these claims, leaving fans to speculate. The silence from the band is deafening, and it's clear that they're not ready to address the situation just yet.

In a message shared to his Instagram Story, Jim Root urged fans to be cautious and not jump to conclusions. His words of wisdom, "Don't believe everything you read. Stop. Think. Take a breath. Sit with it for awhile. Maybe. Just maybe even wait until there's more information," are a clear indication that the truth is yet to be revealed. The fact that he chose to soundtrack his message with Slipknot's 'Til We Die' only adds to the mystery.

The uncertainty surrounding Wilson's exit is not new to Slipknot fans. Last autumn, drummer Eloy Casagrande revealed that the band was working on new material, but nothing has materialized yet. Earlier in 2025, Root confirmed that he had completed "six arrangements" for a new album, despite claiming to have "nearly zero inspiration" previously. The band's silence on the matter is only fueling the speculation.

However, despite the uncertainty, there's a sense of optimism within the band. In a 2024 interview with NME, Shawn 'Clown' Crahan spoke about the band's current lineup, saying that there was "a spirit happening" within Slipknot. He also mentioned that the band had several albums in them, which is a promising sign for fans. As Crahan put it, "it's like a cloud has left. Whatever that cloud was… everybody participates to the cloud. It's looking great."

As fans of Slipknot, we're left with more questions than answers. Will Wilson return to the band? Will they release new material soon?But one thing is certain, the drama surrounding Slipknot's lineup is far from over. As Jim Root so aptly put it, "don't believe everything you read." It's time to take a step back, breathe, and wait for more information.

The Slipknot saga continues, and fans are left eagerly waiting for the next chapter. With new material on the horizon and a renewed sense of creativity within the band, there's a glimmer of hope that the best is yet to come.