Five Finger Death Punch

Overview

Five Finger Death Punch is a multi-platinum hard rock band from Las Vegas known for high-energy performances. The group has released nine studio albums-seven of which are certified Gold or Platinum-and two chart-topping greatest hits collections, accumulating over 13 billion global streams. The band has earned 28 Top 10 singles and 16 No. 1s on rock radio, setting a record with 11 consecutive No. 1 hits on the Mainstream Rock Airplay chart. A prominent touring act, Five Finger Death Punch regularly headlines major festivals, sells out arenas worldwide, and in 2024, concluded a two-year global stadium tour with Metallica. For their philanthropic efforts supporting veterans and first responders, the band received the Soldier Appreciation Award from the Association of the U.S. Army, an honor previously given only to Elvis Presley. The city of Las Vegas also declared November 1 as "Five Finger Death Punch Day" in recognition of their contributions.

Early life and origins

Five Finger Death Punch, also known as 5FDP, is an American heavy metal band that formed in Las Vegas, Nevada, in 2005. The group's original lineup featured vocalist Ivan Moody, rhythm guitarist Zoltan Bathory, lead guitarist Caleb Andrew Bingham, bassist Matt Snell, and drummer Jeremy Spencer. The band released its debut album, The Way of the Fist, in 2007. The album found rapid success, eventually selling more than 500,000 copies in the U.S.

Career

Five Finger Death Punch released its debut album, "The Way of the Fist," in 2007. The record sold more than 500,000 copies in the United States. The band's 2009 follow-up, "War Is the Answer," furthered their commercial success, selling over 1,000,000 copies and earning a Platinum certification from the RIAA. Their third album, "American Capitalist," arrived in 2011 and also achieved Platinum status.

In 2013, the group released two albums, "The Wrong Side of Heaven and the Righteous Side of Hell, Vol. 1" and "Vol. 2." The first volume included the single "Lift Me Up," a collaboration with Rob Halford of Judas Priest. The band's sixth studio album, "Got Your Six," was released in 2015, followed by their first greatest hits collection, "A Decade of Destruction," in 2017. Their seventh studio album, "And Justice for None," was released in 2018.

The band's eighth album, "F8," arrived in 2020. Its lead single, "Inside Out," topped the Billboard Mainstream Rock Songs chart in February of that year. Their ninth studio album, "AfterLife," was released in 2022. Across their career, Five Finger Death Punch has released nine studio albums, seven of which are certified Gold or Platinum, and two chart-topping greatest hits collections. The band has achieved 16 No. 1 singles on rock radio, 28 Top 10 singles, and set a record with 11 consecutive No. 1 hits on the Mainstream Rock Airplay chart. They have collaborated with artists such as Rob Zombie and Steve Aoki. A frequent headliner of major festivals, the band regularly sells out arenas worldwide and in 2024 concluded a two-year global stadium tour with Metallica.

Style and influences

Five Finger Death Punch's musical style is primarily categorized as heavy metal, hard rock, and groove metal. Their sound also incorporates elements of alternative metal, nu metal, and melodic metalcore. The band's music is often characterized by an aggressive, intense, and energetic tone, while also featuring emotional and powerful elements, a sonic quality reflected in their collaborations with artists across different genres.

The band's songwriting has been led by core members including Zoltan Bathory and Ivan Moody, with past members like Jason Hook and Jeremy Spencer also credited as key songwriters. They have frequently worked with Canadian producer and songwriter Kevin Churko. Over their career, Five Finger Death Punch has collaborated with artists such as Rob Halford of Judas Priest on the track "Lift Me Up," Maria Brink on "Anywhere But Here," and the late rapper DMX on "This Is The Way." They have also worked with Rob Zombie and Steve Aoki.

Recent highlights

In 2024, Five Finger Death Punch concluded a two-year global stadium tour supporting Metallica. The band released the deluxe edition of their album Afterlife in April 2024, which included the track "This Is The Way," featuring the late rapper DMX. The release followed a January 2024 acoustic version of their song "Judgement Day." The group has set a record with 11 consecutive No. 1 hits on Billboard's Mainstream Rock Airplay chart, part of their 16 total No. 1s on rock radio. Their 2020 album, F8, also produced a chart-topper with the single "Inside Out," which reached No. 1 on the Mainstream Rock Songs chart in February of that year.

Recognition and awards

Five Finger Death Punch has achieved significant commercial success, with seven of their studio albums certified Gold or Platinum. Their 2009 album, "War Is the Answer," and their 2011 follow-up, "American Capitalist," were both certified Platinum by the RIAA for selling over one million copies each. The band's 2007 debut, "The Way of the Fist," sold more than 500,000 copies in the United States.

The group has also been a consistent presence on music charts, holding a top-three spot on Billboard's Hard Rock charts for more than five years and setting a record with 11 consecutive No. 1 hits on the Mainstream Rock Airplay chart. In total, they have earned 28 Top 10 singles and 16 No. 1s on rock radio. In recognition of their support for military veterans, the band received the Soldier Appreciation Award from the Association of the U.S. Army, an honor previously given only to Elvis Presley. The city of Las Vegas also recognized the band by declaring November 1 as "Five Finger Death Punch Day."

Similar artists

Five Finger Death Punch is often compared to fellow hard rock and metal acts such as Disturbed, Three Days Grace, Papa Roach, Breaking Benjamin, Shinedown, Seether, and Godsmack. Other comparable artists include Bullet For My Valentine, Stone Sour, Volbeat, Hollywood Undead, Theory of a Deadman, I Prevail, Halestorm, SICK PUPPIES, Bad Wolves, My Darkest Days, Pop Evil, NOTHING MORE, and Sixx:A.M.