Slipknot - (sic) nesses (Live at Download)

Slipknot is one of those bands, that not a lot of old school metal fans get.  I'm not sure if it is due to the intensity of their music, or their over the top stage show, that frightens some us off, but there is just something about them that doesn't jive with some older fans.  I happen to dig them, and have been a fan since Iowa.  For newer fans this is their band, and they are loyal.  Out of all the bands out their today, from the newer generation, I think Slipknot is probably the biggest.  This band, unlike many others, can command an audience and a fanbase that is unheard of today.  Many people ask me which band will carry the torch when Maiden, Priest and Scorpions hang it up, and I always say, for my money it's got to be Slipknot.

The Knot have just released their killer set from the 2009 Download Festival on Blu-Ray (Previously released on DVD), and oh what a treat it is.  The band are in top form and kill live.  The picture and the sound on this Bluray are amazing.  It is one of those live show, that you catch on the big screen, which makes you feel that you're in the front row.  I've seen this one on DVD, but the Bluray is far more superior.  The show was filmed in Hi-Def and it shows on this Bluray.  This show also marks one of the last performances from late bassist Paul Gray (RIP).   This show is a great representation, as to why this band is going to take the torch and convert into a flame thrower.  Slipknot rock and this Bluray is the evidence.

Bottom Line: Slipknot proving why they are worthy to take the metal torch from the veterans.  A killer show in which the band man handles Download.  If you're not brave enough to see these guys live, then this is a good alternative.

-Ragman was wondering how Michael Myers got to Download.