Eloy Casagrande Makes History: First-Ever Performance with Slipknot in His Native Brazil
Last night (Saturday, October 19), Eloy Casagrande performed with SLIPKNOT in his native Brazil for the first time one of the two nights at Knotfest Brasil 2024, hosted at Allianz Parque in São Paulo. As part of their 25th-anniversary celebration, SLIPKNOT revived their iconic 1999 red jumpsuits and incorporated elements of their early masks, creating a striking blend of their classic and modern eras for the 2024 performances. Slipknot will be playing two different sets on those two nights.
Eloy Casagrande is a Brazilian drummer best known for his role in the metal band Sepultura. Born on January 29, 1991, in Santo André, São Paulo, Brazil, Eloy is renowned for his powerful and technical drumming style, which blends heavy metal with Latin and tribal rhythms. He joined Sepultura in 2011, replacing longtime drummer Jean Dolabella, and has since contributed to multiple albums with the band, helping them maintain their iconic sound while adding a fresh, dynamic energy.
Casagrande is highly respected in the metal community for his extraordinary skill, often regarded as one of the top drummers in modern metal. He’s also performed in various drumming competitions and clinics, earning numerous accolades and a dedicated fanbase for his work. His association with Slipknot for live performances, such as the one at Knotfest Brasil 2024, is a testament to his versatile and celebrated talent in the global metal scene.
Watch full concert below: