Get ready for a musical revelation that’s been over a decade in the making! The long-awaited Look Outside Your Window album is finally set to drop on Record Store Day 2026, and trust us, it’s worth the wait. But here’s where it gets controversial—this isn’t just any album; it’s a hidden gem crafted by Corey Taylor, Clown, Sid Wilson, and Jim Root during the recording sessions for Slipknot’s 2008 masterpiece All Hope Is Gone. Why has it taken so long to see the light of day? And is it truly the ‘timeless’ work the creators claim it to be?
This self-titled LP has been shrouded in mystery, with fans eagerly anticipating its release since whispers first emerged. In 2024, Clown described it as a ‘timeless album that allows it to be presented at any time,’ while Corey Taylor, back in 2020, called it ‘a very unique art-piece on its own.’ But what makes this project so special? According to Corey, it’s ‘not meant to be confused or watered down for marketing purposes.’ Instead, it’s ‘another piece of the puzzle and the imagination that’s missing.’ Bold claim, right? But could this album truly fill a void we didn’t know existed?
Corey’s reflections on the album’s delayed release are particularly intriguing. ‘I’ve waited this long for it to be right, and it just never has,’ he admitted. Originally planned for an earlier release during the We Are Not Your Kind cycle, the band decided this project deserved its own moment. And this is the part most people miss—Look Outside Your Window wasn’t just a side project; it was a creative experiment born from the freedom of having no external expectations. As Record Store Day UK puts it, the band ‘began to freely create songs for themselves, exploring new directions.’ But does this freedom translate into a groundbreaking album, or is it just a passion project that never quite found its footing?
Now, over 15 years after its creation, fans will finally get to experience this enigmatic work. The album’s release on Saturday, April 18, 2026, marks a significant moment for both the artists and their followers. But here’s the question we can’t stop thinking about: Will Look Outside Your Window live up to the hype, or will it remain a fascinating ‘what if’ in the annals of music history? Let us know your thoughts in the comments—are you excited for this release, or do you think some projects are better left unreleased? The debate is open!
