Paleface Swiss turns into Slipknot at Halloween gig
When heavy metal meets Halloween chaos, the result is pure, unadulterated spectacle. Swiss deathcore outfit Paleface Swiss delivered a show that wasn’t just a concert, but a full-blown tribute to the iconic aesthetics of Slipknot.
Taking the stage at the Core Fest at the EWS Arena in Göppingen, the band kicked off their Halloween night with a move that immediately set the atmosphere ablaze. Before the first riff hit, they teased the audience by dropping the iconic intro music from the Iowa heavyweights, using Slipknot‘s 742617000027 as their opening soundscape.
Then, the curtain dropped, and the transformation was complete. The five-piece emerged clad in red boiler suits and those instantly recognizable Slipknot masks, stepping into the role of the infamous band. This wasn’t just costume; it was a deep dive into the mythology of the music.
The performance was a visual feast. Frontman Marc ‘Zelli’ Zellweger fully embraced the role of Corey Taylor, complete with dreadlocks and the signature mask. Guitarist Yannick Lehmann donned Mick Thomson’s steel-plate mask, bassist Tommy Lee sported Paul Grey’s famous pig mask, and drummer Luigi Paraventi stepped into the shoes of the much-missed Joey Jordison. The commitment to the look was as intense as the music itself.
They then launched into a potent setlist, paying homage to the group’s catalog by delivering classics like Knot’s 1999 classic, followed by the raw energy of People = Shit and the psychological intensity of Psychosocial. This tribute wasn’t a one-off; the band has previously shared this homage at gigs in Mexico City and Dallas earlier in October.
Beyond the visual spectacle, the performance offered a deeply personal insight into the power of music. Zellweger shared that channeling the energy of Slipknot helped him navigate his teenage emotions. “I’m not good at talking about emotions,” he admitted. “I was walking through the streets of Switzerland listening to this really aggressive music, and I felt better. It took away all the anger that I had.”
This connection underscores how music, even when wrapped in theatrical costumes, can serve as a powerful emotional release. It turns a simple performance into a therapeutic experience for both the performers and the audience.
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