Chris Waiau, Five Finger Death Punch Bass Tech & Blackstar A&R | YenYorkCity Live (1)
Tue, Sep 29
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On this episode of YenYorkCity Live, we're joined by Chris Waiau, bass tech for the legendary heavy metal band Five Finger Death Punch and an A&R representative for Blackstar Amplification.
Time & Location
Sep 29, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
https://youtube.com/live/jvE8pwIKKJc?featur
About the event
Chris gives us a behind-the-scenes look at the world of professional touring and what it takes to keep a major band's bass rig performing at the highest level. We'll dive into the responsibilities of a bass tech, life on the road, professional backline and gear, troubleshooting, working with artists, and the relationship between musicians and the teams that keep their shows running.
We'll also explore Chris's work on the industry side as an A&R representative, including discovering and working with artists, gear development, artist relationships, and what makes today's equipment stand out in an increasingly competitive music market.
This episode comes at an exciting time for Five Finger Death Punch, who are celebrating 20 years as a band with their 10th studio album, Legacy, released in 2026. The band has continued its massive international presence with major tours, festival appearances, and their September 2026 Red Rocks livestream.
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