Slipknot fans hit back after the announcement that Marilyn Manson will appear as a support act at a forthcoming London concert with Slipknot. The development, confirmed by promoters as part of the line-up for the UK date, has prompted a visible reaction among ticket holders and online communities ahead of the performance in London and across the UK.
Responses from attendees have been mixed: a portion of the fan base expressed disapproval at the pairing, while others defended the decision to include an additional artist on the bill. Conversations have taken place across social platforms and fan forums, where users are discussing the appropriateness of the support slot and what it signals about the night’s musical direction. No official changes to the bill have been announced by the organisers.
The announced support act, Marilyn Manson, is described by promoters as a US rock musician and will join Slipknot for the London engagement. The choice of support acts often draws attention because it can shape the concert atmosphere and influence audience composition, particularly when the headline and support artists come from different stylistic backgrounds.
Promoters and artists commonly weigh several factors when selecting support performers, including audience expectations, artistic fit and logistical considerations. The reaction to this line-up underscores how supporters closely monitor such decisions and how those choices can affect public perception. Whether the backlash will have any measurable impact on ticket sales or future touring plans remains to be seen; for now the scheduled show is set to proceed with the announced line-up.
