Get ready for a blast from the past! VIMIC is finally releasing their long-awaited album “Open Your Omen” on October 3, and they’re reuniting for the first time since 2018 to celebrate. The band was formed by the legendary SLIPKNOT drummer Joey Jordison after he left the group in 2013. Yep, that Joey Jordison – the guy who was known for his insane drumming skills and was a key part of SLIPKNOT’s success.
Jordison’s family is behind the release, and they’re doing it to honor his memory. They say, “Joey’s music was his soul, and the Joey Jordison Charitable Fund is honored to support the release of VIMIC’s long-awaited, Open Your Omen album and the concert dedicated to Joey’s legacy. His passion for music touched countless lives, and this collaboration ensures his spirit continues to inspire both fans and fellow musicians. We are deeply grateful to all the contributing artists for their partnership in creating a tribute worthy of Joey’s memory. We know he’s smiling down on us, proud of the new VIMIC album, the concert that will bring so many people together in his honor and his charity that’s putting instruments in the hands of young people in our community. For us, it’s not just about music, it’s about love, family, and the incredible bond Joey built with his fans. This is all for him.” You can bet Joey’s sisters have been working hard to make this happen, securing the rights to the music and making sure the fans get what they’ve been asking for.
Vocalist Kalen Chase is stoked, saying, “Open Your Omen was originally conceived as the start of a new chapter. It was an exciting adventure for all of us and we were (and still are) so very proud of what we made. Nine years and several losses of life later, we’re white-knuckling it and will barely be able to contain ourselves before our music bowels explode. In other words, we are very excited for the release of this album after it has been shelved for so long.” You can feel the excitement!
The reunion show is going to be a wild ride, happening at Teragram Ballroom, with support from WEDNESDAY 13 (who, fun fact, was part of MURDERDOLLS with Jordison – talk about a metal pedigree!) and some special guests. We’re talking drummers Ash Pearson (3 INCHES OF BLOOD), Chris Williams (ACCEPT), Luanna Demetto (CRYPTA), Shaun Riekena (TACITURN), Caleb Hayes (this 10-year-old kid is a total prodigy!), and Deen Castronovo (JOURNEY), with more TBA. It’s shaping up to be an epic night! Tickets are available here, so grab yours before they’re gone!
The funds from the Kickstarter campaign are being put to good use – releasing “Open Your Omen” on CD/Double LP, marketing, merch (that Joey was involved in designing, no less!), and the reunion event. The proceeds from the event will go towards the Joey Jordison Charitable Fund’s partnership with Broken Strings, a Non-Profit in Iowa that gives guitars to kids in school districts. The family wants to do the same with drums – how cool is that? You can still contribute to the Kickstarter campaign here.
