The late Slipknot drummer Joey Jordison was involved in various musical projects throughout his career, one of which almost featured the iconic frontman and virtuoso guitarist Alexi Laiho of Children of Bodom. Although this much-anticipated collaboration with Laiho did not materialize, the band they were considering for this partnership did release a couple of albums during its existence, showcasing the unique sound they aimed to create.

Exploring the Band That Could Have United Joey Jordison and Alexi Laiho

As revealed by Wednesday 13, there was a pivotal moment in the history of the band Murderdolls when it seemed that Laiho was on the verge of joining their ranks. This intriguing piece of information emerged from a sneak peek of an upcoming interview in Guitar World, creating buzz among fans of both musicians.

According to Wednesday 13, “At the beginning stages of the second album [2010’s Women and Children Last], Alexi Laiho from Children of Bodom was going to be the new guitarist in the band,” which would have included Joey and himself, marking a significant shift in the band’s lineup. “Damn, that guy could shred. That was almost a thing. Can you imagine what that would have sounded like?” he continued, expressing his excitement over the potential collaboration.

While he did not disclose the specific reasons why this collaboration fell through, Wednesday 13 provided insight into the creative ambitions behind the idea. He mentioned, “Joey wanted to be as crazy on guitar as he was on drums,” emphasizing their mutual desire to incorporate more intricate guitar work in their music. They both aspired to shred like Laiho, but neither he nor Joey naturally possessed that technical prowess. The inclusion of Alexi would have significantly amplified their sound and opened new creative avenues had he joined before the second album’s release.

It is also worth noting that Laiho and Children of Bodom released their seventh studio album, Relentless Reckless Forever, in March 2011, just months after the late August 2010 release of Murderdolls‘ Women and Children Last. This timing may have contributed to the decision not to move forward with the collaboration, as scheduling conflicts could have played a significant role in the discussions.

The Evolution and Challenges Faced by Murderdolls Over the Years

The Murderdolls completed their touring obligations in support of their second album in April 2011. By 2013, Wednesday 13 shared in an interview that the band had officially split, leaving fans disappointed. However, in 2017, there were whispers that Jordison and Wednesday 13 might consider reviving their former band, sparking hope among their loyal followers. Unfortunately, these reunion talks eventually stalled, leaving fans to wonder what could have been.

In 2018, Wednesday 13 honored the late drummer Ben “The Ghoul” Graves by performing a special show alongside former members of Murderdolls, including Eric Griffin and Acey Slade. This event brought back nostalgic memories for fans but also highlighted the band’s ongoing challenges. The loss of Jordison in 2021 at the young age of 46 was a devastating blow to the music community, further solidifying the band’s legacy.

Meanwhile, Alexi Laiho continued his journey with Children of Bodom until his untimely passing on December 29, 2020, at just 41 years old, marking the end of an era for many metal enthusiasts.