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Nathan Jonas ‘Joey’ Jordison is a songwriter and American musician born on the 26th day of April 1975, co-founder and drummer of the nu metal hardcore band Slipknot.

According to his family, he died at the age of 46, and the cause of death has not been immediately disclosed, although the statement says he died “peacefully in his sleep.”

Joey was born in Des Moines, Lowa, USA. He has specialized in several music genres that include heavy metal, industrial metal, nu-metal, alternative metal, groove metal, thrash metal, extreme metal, and horror punk. Apart from drums, Jordison also plays percussion and guitar.

The family said: “We are heartbroken to share the news that Joey Jordison, prolific drummer, musician and artist passed away peacefully in his sleep on July 26, 2021. He was 46,” as the statement reads. “Joey’s death has left us with empty hearts and feelings of indescribable sorrow. To those that knew Joey, understood his quick wit, his gentle personality, giant heart and his love for all things family and music. The family of Joey have asked that friends, fans and media understandably respect our need for privacy and peace at this incredibly difficult time. The family will hold a private funeral service and asks the media and public to respect their wishes.”

“Human,” a 1991 LP album by Death, a Florida-based album, came in at number 70 when Rolling Stone created a top 100 metal album countdown list. The group is known for helping in the launch of the death-metal subgenre. It was their grisly, unrelenting 1987 debut album “Scream Bloody Gore”. By the band did not stop there in terms of growth. Their bandleader, Chuck Schuldiner, had other things in his mind, bringing to life raw extremity. 

Like any good musician, you would be wondering who was behind the drums. Well, it was a young drummer called Sean Reinert. This was his first appearance on a studio LP. He was just 20 years old when the famous “Human” album was released. He was playing alongside guitarist Paul Masvidal, a bandmate in Cynic. They were signed into Death at the same time.

Roger Taylor is one of the most musical drummers and a great singer.  Although many know him for his role in Queen, Taylor is a drummer confined to his kit. Rock n roll blood flows in his veins. He has been a great drummer since childhood picking up the passion seriously during high school. 

Anika Nilles is a German drummer, solo musician, and musical composer who has gained world recognition. Her skills as a drummer put her on the list of the few women who have made it in this industry.

Anika Nilles started appearing in public after launching her career on YouTube in 2010. She has released two full-length albums ever since, both of which are very successful.Nilles’ inspiration and motivation come from her family.

Jen Ledger was born in Coventry, England in 1989. She did not start playing drums until she was 13, at which time she had shown a great passion for the instrument. Ledger attended Coventry Blue Coat Church of England School, and passed the GCSE.

From an early age, Jen Ledger always seemed to have a strong pull toward drums. Some of the most influential people in her life were her parents.

Very few drummers can plan play like Christoph Schneider. He is one of the fastest and most influential drummers in the world of rock and metal. His giftedness has not gone unnoticed over his drumming career.

Christoph Schneider was born in Berlin, East Germany, and has six siblings. His passion for music started at a very early age in his life. He began playing the trumpet at age 14 while in school. Although some may say he started late since there are many drummers who began at age 2, his passion was a key factor in helping him gain any lost ground.