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American heavy metal band known for aggressive music, chaotic live performances, and distinctive masked appearances.Formed in Des Moines, Iowa, in 1995. Debuted with self-titled album (1999), achieving mainstream success with 'Iowa' (2001). Pioneered nu-metal with nine masked members identified by numbers. Won Grammy for 'Before I Forget' (2006). Survived multiple lineup changes and member deaths.

• Original bassist Paul Gray died of accidental drug overdose in 2010, causing a temporary hiatus. Surviving members commemorated him with tributes and the documentary 'Goat'.
• Founding drummer Joey Jordison was controversially fired in 2013. Publicly attributed to health issues, though Jordison later claimed he was never given a reason. He died in 2021 from transverse myelitis.
• Members wear unique industrial masks and matching uniforms during performances, evolving their personas with each album cycle. Their identities remained secret early in their career.
• Known for extreme stage antics: self-mutilation, pyrotechnics, and destroying equipment. Vocalist Corey Taylor once performed with broken ribs and vomit-filled mask.