Belfast deathcore/groove outfit SURVIVALIST unleash their ferocious take on Slipknot’s iconic “(SIC),” paying tribute to the band that shaped their musical DNA while tearing the track apart with their own unrelenting intensity. For SURVIVALIST, Slipknot weren’t just an influence — they were the gateway into the world of extreme metal. As the band puts it, without that spark, “we would be a wedding band who only do terribly out of key acapella performances.” Instead, we get blistering riffs, pit-ready grooves, and a cover that hits with the subtlety of a sledgehammer.
This version of “(SIC)” keeps the chaos and urgency of the original intact, but SURVIVALIST elevate it into a heavier, more modern monstrosity. Every section is sharpened with their signature grit — guttural vocals, grinding low-end, and a rhythm section built to shake structural foundations. It’s a respectful homage that still feels unmistakably their own, a collision between nostalgia and contemporary brutality.
True to their style, the band decided to push the track even further by injecting an all-new breakdown, crafted specifically to make the floor cave in. This added twist channels their live energy, transforming an already aggressive song into a full-scale demolition event. The result is a cover that honors Slipknot’s legacy while showcasing exactly why SURVIVALIST stand tall within Ireland’s heavy music scene.
With reverence, brutality, and a wink of humor, SURVIVALIST’s “(SIC)” reimagining bridges generations of heaviness — reminding us how influence becomes inspiration, and how inspiration becomes something entirely new.
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