The members of Slipknot held a press conference last night in their home town of Des Moines, Iowa to pay tribute to bassist Paul Gray who passed away on Monday (May 24).
"Paul Gray was the essence of the band Slipknot," said percussionist Shawn 'The Clown' Crahan. "Paul was there from the very very beginning and none of us would be on the path we're on right now in life or have the sorts of lives we have without him."
"My life changed the moment I met Paul," said DJ Sid Wilson fighting back the tears. "I am going to miss him greatly."
"I'd just like to say that I miss my brother so much it's very hard for me right now," added drummer Joey Jordison. "God bless you, I love you."
Gray's pregnant wife, Brenna, was also at the press conference.
"He was an amazing person and I just want people to remember him for just that," she said. "His daughter will remember him for the way he was."
You can watch footage of the press conference below.
This is such a sad story :(
RIP Paul Gray <3
All the best to his wife and future child, I hope she grows up knowing how talented and loved her father was.
Posted by levi Winchester | May 26, 2010 8:55 AM | Reply to this
This is such a sad story corey and the rest of the brothers from slipknot sounds really upset everybody will never forget Paul
RIP paul gray you will never be forgotten <3
It's unfortunate that more people can't see the human side of these bands. They are like everyone else and when things like this happen, it hurts. It saddens me when groups of people judge them by there music and not by there character. I guess the reason I'm saying this is because of the church group who stated they were going to picket Ronny James Dio's funeral. I wouldn't be surprised if they were to say the same for Paul. But if they were to sit face to face with any of the band members and talked to them, they would see they are human, just like them.
RIP Paul
We will miss you!
Posted by Vito | May 26, 2010 9:23 AM | Reply to this
RIP
Such a great, talented man.
He will be sorely missed, much love to his wife, child, family anfd the rest of the band.
I am not a slipknot fan but I was almost in tears watching that.
It's evident that he was an incredible musician and a person and that he will sorely missed by so many. He affected thousands and his daughter will be able to look back on his legacy and see that.
R.I.P
Posted by Harley | May 26, 2010 9:27 AM | Reply to this
RIP Paul. May you live on within your future daughter. My thoughts are with all whom you loved.
Posted by Lynne Oxley | May 26, 2010 9:32 AM | Reply to this
RIP Paul. May you live on within your future daughter. My thoughts are with all whom you loved.
Posted by Lynne Oxley | May 26, 2010 9:33 AM | Reply to this
Is craig (sampler) the one at the end with the muslim beard? Never seen him unmasked b4.
RIP PAUL. =[!
Posted by noob | May 26, 2010 10:21 AM | Reply to this
RIP Paul I Still Can't Believe This Has Happened In My Opinion This Is The Worst Death In Music Slipknot Are My Favourite Band Just Hope They Continue In Tribute To Paul and His Family
Posted by Steve515 | May 26, 2010 10:25 AM | Reply to this
R.I.P. PAUL. AKA #2
you were amazing and shall live on through your music . rip. :'(
Posted by JoshI RaWr | May 26, 2010 10:46 AM | Reply to this
Damn man i watched this live on there myspace and well, its just so sad. R.I.P Paul ;'(
Posted by Tom | May 26, 2010 11:15 AM | Reply to this
God this made me cry. RIP Paul, you really will be missed.... :'(
Posted by Alex | May 26, 2010 11:27 AM | Reply to this
I stayed up to watch is live it was so sad to see them get so emotional ): It's such a shame that another legend had to die and so young too. RIP Paul Gray.
Posted by Vikki | May 26, 2010 11:29 AM | Reply to this
RIP Paul Gray , You'll be sadly missed by every Slipknot Fan <3
Posted by Shannon | May 26, 2010 11:42 AM | Reply to this
This is soo sad Dio now Paul two Rock Gods Taken from us in a number of days. Paul was such a GREAT man and we loved him soo much, he will be sadly missed a great musician taken from us slipknot will never be the same without this incredible man we love you pauls soo much we will sadly miss you but NEVER forget you :'( R.I.P Paul Grey Gone But Not Forgotten may peace be with you paul love you. all our love to the band and his wife and children PAUL GRAY YOU LEGEND WILL LIVE ON!! he will be there with you all the way guys supporting you on all your tours and especially with his wife and kids. live on man YOU ROCK!!! <3<3<3
Posted by Sarah&Charlotte | May 26, 2010 12:21 PM | Reply to this
This is soo sad Dio now Paul two Rock Gods Taken from us in a number of days. Paul was such a GREAT man and we loved him soo much, he will be sadly missed a great musician taken from us slipknot will never be the same without this incredible man we love you pauls soo much we will sadly miss you but NEVER forget you :'( R.I.P Paul Grey Gone But Not Forgotten may peace be with you paul love you. all our love to the band and his wife and children PAUL GRAY YOU LEGEND WILL LIVE ON!! he will be there with you all the way guys supporting you on all your tours and especially with his wife and kids. live on man YOU ROCK!!! <3<3<3
Posted by Sarah&Charlotte | May 26, 2010 12:21 PM | Reply to this
This is soo sad Dio now Paul two Rock Gods Taken from us in a number of days. Paul was such a GREAT man and we loved him soo much, he will be sadly missed a great musician taken from us slipknot will never be the same without this incredible man we love you pauls soo much we will sadly miss you but NEVER forget you :'( R.I.P Paul Grey Gone But Not Forgotten may peace be with you paul love you. all our love to the band and his wife and children PAUL GRAY YOU LEGEND WILL LIVE ON!! he will be there with you all the way guys supporting you on all your tours and especially with his wife and kids. live on man YOU ROCK!!! <3<3<3
Posted by Sarah&Charlotte | May 26, 2010 12:21 PM | Reply to this
This is soo sad Dio now Paul two Rock Gods Taken from us in a number of days. Paul was such a GREAT man and we loved him soo much, he will be sadly missed a great musician taken from us slipknot will never be the same without this incredible man we love you pauls soo much we will sadly miss you but NEVER forget you :'( R.I.P Paul Grey Gone But Not Forgotten may peace be with you paul love you. all our love to the band and his wife and children PAUL GRAY YOU LEGEND WILL LIVE ON!! he will be there with you all the way guys supporting you on all your tours and especially with his wife and kids. live on man YOU ROCK!!! <3<3<3
Posted by Sarah&Charlotte | May 26, 2010 12:21 PM | Reply to this
This is soo sad Dio now Paul two Rock Gods Taken from us in a number of days. Paul was such a GREAT man and we loved him soo much, he will be sadly missed a great musician taken from us slipknot will never be the same without this incredible man we love you pauls soo much we will sadly miss you but NEVER forget you :'( R.I.P Paul Grey Gone But Not Forgotten may peace be with you paul love you. all our love to the band and his wife and children PAUL GRAY YOU LEGEND WILL LIVE ON!! he will be there with you all the way guys supporting you on all your tours and especially with his wife and kids. live on man YOU ROCK!!! <3<3<3
Posted by Sarah&Charlotte | May 26, 2010 12:21 PM | Reply to this
This is soo sad Dio now Paul two Rock Gods Taken from us in a number of days. Paul was such a GREAT man and we loved him soo much, he will be sadly missed a great musician taken from us slipknot will never be the same without this incredible man we love you pauls soo much we will sadly miss you but NEVER forget you :'( R.I.P Paul Grey Gone But Not Forgotten may peace be with you paul love you. all our love to the band and his wife and children PAUL GRAY YOU LEGEND WILL LIVE ON!! he will be there with you all the way guys supporting you on all your tours and especially with his wife and kids. live on man YOU ROCK!!! <3<3<3
Posted by Sarah&Charlotte | May 26, 2010 12:21 PM | Reply to this
This is soo sad Dio now Paul two Rock Gods Taken from us in a number of days. Paul was such a GREAT man and we loved him soo much, he will be sadly missed a great musician taken from us slipknot will never be the same without this incredible man we love you paul soo much we will sadly miss you but NEVER forget you :'( R.I.P Paul Grey Gone But Not Forgotten may peace be with you paul love you. all our love to the band and his wife and children PAUL GRAY YOU LEGEND WILL LIVE ON!! he will be there with you all the way guys supporting you on all your tours and especially with his wife and kids. live on man YOU ROCK!!! <3<3<3
Posted by Sarah&Charlotte | May 26, 2010 12:22 PM | Reply to this
This is soo sad Dio now Paul two Rock Gods Taken from us in a number of days. Paul was such a GREAT man and we loved him soo much, he will be sadly missed a great musician taken from us slipknot will never be the same without this incredible man we love you paul soo much we will sadly miss you but NEVER forget you :'( R.I.P Paul Grey Gone But Not Forgotten may peace be with you paul love you. all our love to the band and his wife and children PAUL GRAY YOU LEGEND WILL LIVE ON!! he will be there with you all the way guys supporting you on all your tours and especially with his wife and kids. live on man YOU ROCK!!! <3<3<3
Posted by Sarah&Charlotte | May 26, 2010 12:23 PM | Reply to this
Aw man that is so sad,like someone said earlier if only people could see the men behind the masks offstage,theyre normal people who are hurting after losing a brother.
Posted by Adam | May 26, 2010 12:33 PM | Reply to this
Had a tear in my eye... :(
RIP mate x
Posted by Dave | May 26, 2010 12:34 PM | Reply to this
That was so sad to watch, they all look absolutely devastated at the loss. RIP Paul Gray, you will be missed so much.
Posted by Sam | May 26, 2010 12:54 PM | Reply to this
R.I.P #2 we miss u bro!
Posted by panzerfaust | May 26, 2010 1:13 PM | Reply to this
Paul gray will be missed, to me he was one of the best bassists in the world
RIP mate x
Posted by corey aslin | May 26, 2010 1:59 PM | Reply to this
That was hard to watch. Credit to them all for having the strength to get through it.
RIP Paul, long may Slipknot continue.
Posted by Nik | May 26, 2010 2:00 PM | Reply to this
ROCK IN PEACE PAUL GRAY :'(
Posted by Beckiee And Liky | May 26, 2010 2:00 PM | Reply to this
As if The Rev wasn't enough now this? got to stop.
R.I.P The Pig Paul Gray
Posted by Liam | May 26, 2010 2:36 PM | Reply to this
Slipknot's music was truely amazing , RIP Paul Gray , Sadly missed
Posted by Shannon | May 26, 2010 2:39 PM | Reply to this
man..such a tragedy
i dont really have words
rip paul you will be greatly missed
my thoughts and deepest symphathy's
go out to the rest of the band and his family
Posted by amy | May 26, 2010 2:43 PM | Reply to this
Holy Shit dude, this is so fucking moving, i was nearly in tears just watching it dude!
Posted by Danny | May 26, 2010 2:45 PM | Reply to this
This band was what fisrt got me started listening to this type of music and paul has always be one of my fav guy's.
R.I.P paul you will be missed :,(
Posted by Dan G | May 26, 2010 2:48 PM | Reply to this
yup im crying
slipknot helped me turn my left around twice both for the better and id like to thhank paul for being apart of that
i will be getting #2 tattooed next to my S
you will be sadly missed paul
my thoughts go out to your wife daughter and brothers and the band
corey and jim please for paul rip download apart
forever a moggot
danny
Posted by danny | May 26, 2010 2:59 PM | Reply to this
This is, without a doubt, one of the hardest things I have read. To loose someone so suddenly at such a young age is always tragic, but to know Paul Gray will never live to see his unborn daughter grow up is saddest of all. I know that she will grow up and learn what an amazing person her father was and be proud of how many lives he touched.
I remember there being a quote from the band that said if one member left or passed away then Slipknot would be over. Whatever plans the band has next I wish them the best of luck and I know that there can be no more fitting tribute to the memory of Paul than the words they spoke at their press conference. They truely were brothers in arms.
R.I.P Paul Gray. Our thoughts and love are with you always.
Posted by Sez | May 26, 2010 3:47 PM | Reply to this
I'm the same as Harley, I'm not a fan of slipknot, but this video sent shivers down my spine. This guy influenced so many people and I respect that. RIP Paul
Posted by jamie | May 26, 2010 3:53 PM | Reply to this
I still can't believe this has happened. The Rev, Peter Steele, Dio and Paul all in a few months....what's going on? Rest in Peace, Paul. You and Slipknot have been huge inspirations for me and I am VERY grateful that I was lucky enough to see you in 08. Thank you for being such an awesome person. xxxx
Your were a huge influence to my bass playing and for that im forever thankful!
Your rocking with the greats now dude, I raise my glass to you!
My thoughts are with your family and with the guys in the band.
Rest In Peace brother
~Mosh~
Posted by Moshwa | May 26, 2010 4:12 PM | Reply to this
so sad to know he died am trying not to cry R.I.P paul
Posted by dali | May 26, 2010 4:38 PM | Reply to this
That genuinely moved me to tears, just watching that and able to hear and see quite clearly the pain his wife and the band are feeling, it's just absolutely tragic.
I remember being little and being quite scared of the posters of this band that were all over my sisters walls - to see them holding back tears and comforting one another like that really reminds you how human they really are. Any preconceived notions people may have of the band are shattered by this - and I think that's really poignant considering the action Westboro Baptist Church felt the need to take against the memory of Ronnie James Dio just days ago.
I only hope that his daughter knows how special, talented and loved her father was all around the world. And I hope the band and Brenna are able to come to terms with this - regardless of what they decide to do musically I wish them all the best.
This is the worst news in the world =\
glad to say ive seen you guys live twice (08 and Download 09)
RIP Paul..My thoughts are with your wife, and your brothers.
You will never, ever be forgotten
xRIPx
Posted by Brawny | May 26, 2010 4:50 PM | Reply to this
RIP paul we all luv u and we are all going to miss u.
Posted by spaniel | May 26, 2010 4:58 PM | Reply to this
all i can truthfully put is r.i.p and god bless everyone close to him : ( very sad scenario.
Posted by Shteff | May 26, 2010 5:11 PM | Reply to this
I started to cry watching this! :(
you really will be missed SO much!
r,i,p paul!
you will never be forgotten x
Posted by jenz | May 26, 2010 5:16 PM | Reply to this
i am a massive Slipknot fan and we apprecated them that much we had a 1 minute silence at school just me and all my mates so we want to say were very sorry for there loss.
R.I.P Paul
everybody love you
Posted by becky | May 26, 2010 5:18 PM | Reply to this
i am a massive Slipknot fan and we apprecated them that much we had a 1 minute silence at school just me and all my mates so we want to say were very sorry for there loss.
R.I.P Paul
everybody love you and we all miss you
Posted by becky | May 26, 2010 5:19 PM | Reply to this
This made me cry. I cant imagine what they are all going through, it was hard to watch, seeing the pain it caused them. My thoughts are with you all.
RIP Paul <3 you will be greatly missed.
Posted by nicole | May 26, 2010 5:33 PM | Reply to this
damm, that was verry sad
Posted by shut the fuck up | May 26, 2010 5:43 PM | Reply to this
rip paul grey, gone but never forgotten. you are a very very big part in the rock world and you will be deeply missed. x
Posted by matthew moore | May 26, 2010 5:45 PM | Reply to this
I am not a fan of Slipknot but I cried like a baby watching this. I wish everybody around him much love.
R.I.P
Posted by Sofia | May 26, 2010 5:47 PM | Reply to this
What does this meen for the future of slipknot i hope they pull through just like A7X
Posted by Callum Rigden | May 26, 2010 6:13 PM | Reply to this
Omg that made me cry, so emotional
R.I.P Paul <3
Posted by Kirky | May 26, 2010 6:16 PM | Reply to this
This is so upsetting..seeing the slipknot members so sad made me cry. slipknot were the first band that got me into metal. i still can't believe he's dead, its so shocking.
RIP Paul
xoxo
Posted by nad | May 26, 2010 6:18 PM | Reply to this
I cried watching this video. My heart goes out to his wife and family and of course the slipknot brothers:(.. So glad i got all their masks on my back your'l never be forgotten R.I.P Paul Gray
Posted by mitch | May 26, 2010 6:18 PM | Reply to this
OMG This made me cry, i think it's so sad! He was an amazing musician, he would have loved his child, he loved his wife and his bandmates! Shawn Crahan said an amazing thing! <3
Posted by Allison-Celeste | May 26, 2010 6:59 PM | Reply to this
God this was really hard to watch, i cried so hard :(
R.I.P Paul ur were truly amazing. a total legend. my love is with them all at this difficult time.
see u on the other side dude <3
xxxxxxxx
Posted by Kirsty | May 26, 2010 7:27 PM | Reply to this
Paul, you were one of my biggest inspirations and persons of all time. I started bassplaying because of you, and the thousands of tears I've cried so far, the hundreds of words I've written and the millions of thoughts I've thought can't even describe how much you and your brothers meant to me.
You has been, and always will be, what my whole life is made on. You and your eight brothers were always there for me and guided me through the toughest time of my life ever. I love you deeply and truly, you just mean so much to me.
I will miss you truly, though I never met you, I felt like you were my brother. I remember being only six years old, and looking at posters of you, and just talk to you like you were right beside me, share my thoughts and opinions.
This video really made me cry again, to look at my other family in such deep pain.
I used to relate to your songs and your pain, every song has thousands and thousands of different emotions and situations labeled on it from every single maggot of your hundredthousandstrong family. But this time we doesn't relate - we share. And as Slipknot has helped us all before, it's time for us to help them.
To all my fellow maggots and other family: "We'll find a way when all hope is gone". It's time to find that way now.
Stay (SIC) and undtil you can wear your own smile again - wear Pauls. In the end, that's what he really wants from us.
I love you Paul, I love you Slipknot, and I just wish everyone the best!
Love, Cliaz Catt.
Posted by Cliaz Catt | May 26, 2010 7:42 PM | Reply to this
you know what, i like slipknot a little, but i was amazed how emotional this made me, i am usual a strong person, by the end of this my eyes filled with tears.
Posted by Ryan | May 26, 2010 7:43 PM | Reply to this
the poor guy will be missed by all of us he was a brill bassist and not just that he will be a legend he already is a legend in my eyes...
R.I.P paul we all love u just the same way like every one else does. enjoy the world of peace n love up there dude <3 xxx
Posted by shannon dennis | May 26, 2010 7:53 PM | Reply to this
R.I.P, Paul. You'll be missed by million's of fans around the world, and those close to you. You'll never be forgotten. This man was a total legend, and possibly even changed many peoples lifes.
I can see how awful it must have been for the band, as they obviously spent a good ten years with him, if not longer. Stay strong, dudes!
This is what sepparates the rock/metal community from the rest - feeling! Clearly Paul was a person as well as a musician and the feeling of loss and sadness is overwhealming from the rest of Slipknot, his brother and wife... RIP Paul, thanks for the music and I hope you're happy wherever you are, the band in the afterlife just got another fine talent...!
Posted by PaulXL | May 26, 2010 8:36 PM | Reply to this
To SLIPKNOT and pauls family, there are no words that can ever express what you must all feel, being a slipknot fan feels like belonging to some special tribe and we have never felt like there was an us and them unlike so many other bands and i am sure paul was a big part of that, i hope he finds the peace that he deserves, we will not forget him i wish you all hope faith and courage to get through this terrible time.we have all lost a great part of our tribe!
Posted by mariyn courtney | May 26, 2010 8:58 PM | Reply to this
This is so sad... I cried at it :( It's weird to see them all so vulnerable and... human. I really hope they can recover from this tragedy and continue to make music... Slipknot have always been one of my favourite bands, and I hope they can get past this. R.I.P Paul, a huge loss to the world of music.
I just want to give them all a hug. :(
Posted by Kate | May 26, 2010 9:04 PM | Reply to this
R.I.P, Paul. You were a great inspiration for thousands, and everyone will miss you. Sliplknot, and the world wont be the same without you. You have changed peoples impressions on metal, with your great music, and your great personality. All the best for Slipknot, your wife, and your child. You will never be forgotten. Stay strong, stay (SIC)
Posted by Andy Smith | May 26, 2010 9:05 PM | Reply to this
R.I.P, Paul. You were a great inspiration for thousands, and everyone will miss you. Slipknot, and the world wont be the same without you. You have changed peoples impressions on metal, with your great music, and your great personality. All the best for Slipknot, your wife, and your child. You will never be forgotten. Stay strong, stay (SIC)
Posted by Andy Smith | May 26, 2010 9:06 PM | Reply to this
RIP Paul. The world will be a wore place now that you're gone. My thoughts go out to all of Slipknot, its tragic when something like this happens and to his wife Brenna. All the maggots will never forget you Tears came into my eyes as I watched that press conference :(
Posted by Dazz | May 26, 2010 9:23 PM | Reply to this
This is devastating to watch. I've only ever heard a handful of Slipknot songs, and while I'm not the biggest fan, I have a lot of respect for these guys and the work they do. I remember how I felt when I found out that The Rev had passed, because Avenged is my favorite band, so I sympathize with everyone who really loves this band.
I can't even imagine how all the other band members must be feeling, along with his wife. This is such a tragedy.
RIP Paul Gray
Posted by Julie | May 26, 2010 9:48 PM | Reply to this
R.I.P Paul. Even though I didn't know you personally there's no words to describe how much we all will miss you.
I know this sounds cliché but you really did change my life and I can't begin to say how sad I am at the moment.
I hope the guys will be ok. I cant help but think that if I'm feeling this upset than how are the guys feeling.I can't help but wonder how they and Brenna will ever move on.
I hope you know how much everyone loves you and misses you. Hopefully your up there with The Rev and Dio.
Again R.I.P Paul.Love you forever.xxx
Posted by Bekah & Shz Bub | May 26, 2010 9:59 PM | Reply to this
This is such a tragic story...
It takes an incredibly strong band to give a press conference the very day after their brother passed.
And as for his wife, it must be unimaginable pain that she is going through.
Stay strong guys =(
Posted by Angst | May 26, 2010 10:02 PM | Reply to this
please support my group on facebook.I was really sadden by the death of Paul Gray and Ronnie James Dio and rev from avenged sevenfold.I'm huge slipknot fan and fed up with our fallen rock and metal stars not getting the recognition they deserve.In the sun newspaper they had was a small print on page 3 about paul's death and dio i think they should have more or do they have be a pop star like micheal jackson ?
Posted by David Hargreaves | May 26, 2010 10:11 PM | Reply to this
After hearing about the death of Paul Gray today, I feel as though a big part of me has died, mainly because Slipknot was the band that kept me going when I felt as if I couldn't go on any longer, and I feel as though my life will never be the same again without the legendary Paul Gray. God bless you, Paul, and thank you for helping to keep me stable and for helping give us the Slipknot music we all love today. I give my love to his Wife and family, his Friends and Slipknot themselves.
Posted by Luke | May 26, 2010 10:14 PM | Reply to this
it was so hard watching this vid :( I could really feel just how they felt. They have not only lost a band member, they've also lost a great person and friend that would always be remembered.
R.I.P Paul xxo
Posted by SL | May 26, 2010 10:48 PM | Reply to this
Cried my eyes out ='(
We love you Paul, Rest In Peace xxx
Posted by Han | May 27, 2010 12:04 AM | Reply to this
QQ MOAR FAGGOTS. GET OVER YOURSELF AND WAKE UP.
Posted by Year 11 Photography Class | May 27, 2010 4:01 AM | Reply to this
I'm not a big slipknot fan but i'm sad to see a great bassist such as Paul die.
R.I.P.
Posted by Punkemo | May 27, 2010 9:06 AM | Reply to this
this is so sad. brings tears 2 ur eyes. u will b missed paul xx
Posted by lisa | May 27, 2010 10:20 AM | Reply to this
Its sad that he's gone, I only found out on wednesday. R.I.P Paul gray. <333
Posted by Aimee Hayward | May 27, 2010 11:06 AM | Reply to this
R.I.P Paul Gray ♥
Posted by Sarahh | May 27, 2010 11:21 AM | Reply to this
I was nearly in tears watching this video and I completely agree with other comments in that people judge Slipknot by their music but they don't realise that they are human and are all totally devestated by the loss of one of their brothers. A lot of people have mentioned the deaths of The Rev and Dio but let's not forget Peter Steele. Four awesome musicians who have gone to that great gig in the sky. R.I.P Paul Gray xxx
Posted by Suzanne Fitzpatrick | May 27, 2010 11:36 AM | Reply to this
R.I.P Paul Gray, we all fuckin love you man 6 sic 6
Posted by 6sic6 | May 27, 2010 12:05 PM | Reply to this
this is not sad at all, it is quite funny. just like curry! lolting
Posted by manoj | May 27, 2010 12:57 PM | Reply to this
well that made me cry ='[
i was so gutted to hear about his passing, my thoughts and hopes go out to all his family,friends,fans and slipknot.
im sure his daugther will be proud when she see's what he's left for the world to adore.
such an amazing guy that gave the world of Rock so much.
he may be gone form this world but never from our hearts R.I.P Paul Gray <3
Posted by Mel | May 27, 2010 1:44 PM | Reply to this
HAHAHAHAH ur hilarious,cunt
RIP paul your a legend,been playing bass for 2 years still cant do some of ur parts,amazing player
Posted by Alex | May 27, 2010 1:55 PM | Reply to this
R.I.P. #2. Only bassist they ever had...
My thoughts are most certainly with the band, but more so with Brenna. I'm sure the little female Paul will see how amazing her father was.
Strange to see them all so human...
Posted by Crayons | May 27, 2010 5:45 PM | Reply to this
This video actually made me cry,
just by seeing them all crying.
Slipknot shall not be the same without Paul.
R.I.P </3
Posted by Lyns | May 27, 2010 6:55 PM | Reply to this
R.I.P Paul!
08/04/1972- 24/05/2010!
Forever in all our hearts.
We all love you, because you're a legend, an awesome guy and an amazing bass player!
You're not just a 'dead memory in my heart.'
But you will forever live on, in our hearts and in the music you've played.
Your bass playing in Slipknot's music is whats mad it all the better.
I've cried many thousand of tears, and you've got me through it, Slipknot has got me through it. With the amazing and meaningful lyrics you have produced.
Seeing all you guys crying made me cry, because i know i don't know you, but you all mean so so much to me, i couldn't live without Slipknot.
Because of Slipknot i've lost many many of my friends because they don't like heavy metal, but i love you that much, i'v given up my friends. Because all i need in life, is music.
You may not ever walk the Earth again, or be seen, but you'll be seen in all our dreams and in our hearts. If it was up to me, and all your other fans, you would never die, because you're very important in this world, i promise!
I keep looking to my Slipknot poster and the first person i see is you, and i can't help but cry. You're an imense person, and i'm sure you'll live a happy life in heaven with those other imense guys- Jimi Hendrix, The Rev, Dio, Kurt Cobain!
SLIPKNOT!!!!!!<3333333333
Posted by JaySquirrell | May 27, 2010 7:05 PM | Reply to this
I was shocked to discover that Paul Gray, one of the greatest Bassists on the planet, had died! Why are all the amazing musicians passing away? First The Rev, then Dio, now Paul Gray! Slipknot won't be the same! My thoughts go out to the rest of Slipknot, the fans, and most importantly, his friends and family. Stay (Sic) #2! RIP Paul Gray!
Posted by Jamie | May 27, 2010 11:28 PM | Reply to this
the day i heard about paul gray was they day i thought a bit of me had broken away, and it kinda scared me as to how much i was and still are attatched to slipknoti cant belive he has passed away such great music was brought about by them, slipknot will never be the same and i just hope they can find it in them to carry on playing, this band is awsome and they've kept me going even if when i first saw them they scared the hell out of me!i feel for his wife and baby as she is going to have to grow up and have not mety such a wonderful man. he will always be in our memories and we will never forget you paul you are amazing and i only thank you and the rest of slipknot for practically saving my life :) i love you. x
Posted by Kayleigh | May 28, 2010 10:58 AM | Reply to this
the day i heard about paul gray was they day i thought a bit of me had broken away, and it kinda scared me as to how much i was and still are attatched to slipknoti cant belive he has passed away such great music was brought about by them, slipknot will never be the same and i just hope they can find it in them to carry on playing, this band is awsome and they've kept me going even if when i first saw them they scared the hell out of me!i feel for his wife and baby as she is going to have to grow up and have not mety such a wonderful man. he will always be in our memories and we will never forget you paul you are amazing and i only thank you and the rest of slipknot for practically saving my life :) i love you. x
Posted by Kayleigh | May 28, 2010 10:59 AM | Reply to this
When i herd paul gray was dead i couldnt believe it !!I Just wouldnt hit in that he was dead.I love slipknot and they are all heartbroken i hope they can pull themselves to keep playing as i know it will be hard for them,,Im very sorry with the loss of this amazing man for brenna and there baby ,,she'll grow up never meeting her dad :( Slipknot helped through bad times,good times and amazing rock moments in history ,,i remain a maggot for the rest of my life ,,And thank you slipknot for everything !!Your amazing ,, Paul gray you rock RIP in our hearts forever ! xx
Posted by Catriona | May 29, 2010 12:05 PM | Reply to this
When i herd paul gray was dead i couldnt believe it !!I Just wouldnt hit in that he was dead.I love slipknot and they are all heartbroken i hope they can pull themselves to keep playing as i know it will be hard for them,,Im very sorry with the loss of this amazing man for brenna and there baby ,,she'll grow up never meeting her dad :( Slipknot helped through bad times,good times and amazing rock moments in history ,,i remain a maggot for the rest of my life ,,And thank you slipknot for everything !!Your amazing ,, Paul gray you rock RIP in our hearts forever ! xx
Posted by Catriona | May 29, 2010 12:05 PM | Reply to this
When i herd paul gray was dead i couldnt believe it !!I Just wouldnt hit in that he was dead.I love slipknot and they are all heartbroken i hope they can pull themselves to keep playing as i know it will be hard for them,,Im very sorry with the loss of this amazing man for brenna and there baby ,,she'll grow up never meeting her dad :( Slipknot helped through bad times,good times and amazing rock moments in history ,,i remain a maggot for the rest of my life ,,And thank you slipknot for everything !!Your amazing ,, Paul gray you rock RIP in our hearts forever ! xx
Posted by Catriona | May 29, 2010 12:06 PM | Reply to this
I will miss Paul so much. I was close to tears watching this. He was so young, it's such a sad sad story :(
RIP Paul Gray :'( \m/ xx
Posted by Crow | May 29, 2010 2:07 PM | Reply to this
i cryed watchung this i love paul rip xxxx
Posted by kira smith | May 29, 2010 5:24 PM | Reply to this
so very sad.......so many losses to rock lately, but at least we are left with the amazing legacy of their music. i did shed a tear watching this...... hopefully the band will carry on as i'm sure it is what paul would want.
my thoughts and prayers are with his wife and family............and his brothers.
r.i.p. paul gray
The brazil loves you Paul forever!!
I can't Believe!!
Posted by João Maggot | June 1, 2010 7:26 PM | Reply to this
Paul will always be remembered and will live on in our hearts. It would have been easy for a bassist especially in such a diverse and amazing band just to sit back and go along with it. Paul however was not like this he knew he was part of something special and I think that he brought alot of the magic to slipknot that every slipknot fan loves. We will forget you and what you did for music.
Posted by Ben | June 1, 2010 8:06 PM | Reply to this