Corey Taylor is an American singer, songwriter, and musician best known as the lead vocalist and lyricist of the Grammy-nominated rock bands Slipknot and Stone Sour. He is also a successful solo artist, having released five albums. Born in Des Moines, Iowa, Taylor was exposed to music at an early age and has gone on to become one of the most influential figures in the rock and metal scenes. This article will provide a brief biography of Corey Taylor’s life and career.
Early Life
Corey Taylor was born in Des Moines, Iowa in 1973. His parents divorced when he was young and he was raised by his single mother. Music was a major part of his early life, and he was exposed to a variety of genres, including rock, metal, and hip-hop. Taylor began playing guitar at the age of 13, and soon after joined his first rock band. He also began writing his own songs and lyrics.
Taylor attended high school in Des Moines and graduated in 1991. After graduation, he joined the band Stone Sour and moved to Los Angeles. Unfortunately, the band didn’t find much success and Taylor returned to Iowa, where he joined the heavy metal band Slipknot.
Musical Career
Taylor joined Slipknot in 1997 and quickly became the band’s frontman and lyricist. The band released their self-titled debut album in 1999, which was an instant success. Slipknot went on to release five more albums and achieved immense success in the metal and rock scenes. The band has been nominated for 10 Grammy Awards, with Taylor’s writing and performances being praised by critics and fans alike.
In addition to Slipknot, Taylor is also the lead vocalist and lyricist of the rock band Stone Sour. The band has released six studio albums, all of which have been met with critical acclaim. Taylor has also released five solo albums, exploring a variety of genres.
Personal Life
Corey Taylor is married to Stephanie Luby, with whom he has two children. He is a vocal advocate for mental health awareness and has spoken openly about his own struggles with depression and anxiety. He is also an avid fan of professional wrestling and has made multiple appearances on WWE programming.
Taylor is also an author, having released two books. His memoir Seven Deadly Sins was a New York Times bestseller, and his second book, America 51, was released in 2017.
Corey Taylor is one of the most influential figures in the rock and metal scenes. He has achieved immense success with both Slipknot and Stone Sour, and has also released five solo albums. Taylor is also an author and an advocate for mental health awareness, and is a passionate fan of professional wrestling.
