Korn
have announced that Slipnot's
Joey Jordison
will be filling in for David Silveria this summer, when the band are due to play
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festival and the Family Values tour.
When asked about his new role, Joey said: "I'm lucky to have had the opportunity to perform with bands that have influenced me as a musician over the years. When I first heard Korn they blew me away and I have been a fan ever since. I'm looking forward to playing drums with these guys for the next five months!"
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Following his stint with Korn, Joey will head back to the studio to record the new Slipknot album, which is due out next year.

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