Slipknot made headlines by performing "Gematria (The Killing Name)" for the first time live during their Knotfest Australia tour kickoff in Melbourne. Frontman Corey Taylor had long believed they would never play the song, often citing his bandmates' reluctance due to its troubled history. He expressed a strong personal attachment to the song, declaring it a powerful piece that he cherishes. This long-awaited performance follows a set that included only one other track from the 2008 album, emphasizing the significance of this moment for fans and the band alike.
I've always wanted to open a concert with 'Gematria,' but there are certain odiums around the way that song was created, which is why some of the guys are like, 'Fuck that, we'll never play it.'
For me, man, it's such a fucking burner that I just love that song. I can listen to that shit all fucking day. It just comes screaming out of no-fucking-where.
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