Multi-platinum hard rock powerhouse FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCH today announced the digital deluxe edition of "AFTERLIFE", their critically acclaimed ninth studio album. Set for digital release on February 9 via Better Noise Music, the deluxe version will include the original 12 tracks recorded with the band’s longtime collaborator, producer Kevin Churko (Ozzy Osbourne) in addition to four bonus tracks: three acoustic versions of the album’s songs “The End”, “Judgement Day”, and “Thanks For Asking” plus a brand new song, “This Is The Way” featuring the late rapper DMX. An official music video for "This Is The Way (feat. DMX)" will premiere on February 9, 2024 to coincide with the release of the digital deluxe version of "AFTERLIFE".
Five Finger Death Punch guitarist Zoltan Bathory says about "This Is The Way (feat. DMX)": “Music is meant to be shared, and it starts at the top with us, the artists. We have always embraced the mixing of genres, whether it be the remake of LL Cool J's "Mama Said Knock You Out" featuring Tech N9ne as a guest or our collaboration with blues warrior Kenny Wayne Shepherd, country star Brantley Gilbert, and Brian May, the legendary guitarist of Queen, on the song "Blue on Black”. The idea of collaborating with DMX had been in discussion for years, and it was a long and winding road to turn this particular item on our wish list into reality. He was a lyrical warrior, a true original who spoke his mind incorruptibly. We have always viewed DMX as "the metalhead of hip-hop" because of his aggressive, raw, and untamed style. He growled and snarled, aiming to rattle some cages – an attitude we share, as Five Finger Death Punch has always been drawn to the fearless and the real. It made all the sense in the world, but today this is more than just a song; it's a salute to a legend, a way to honor DMX's memory."
Upon announcement of the digital deluxe version of "AFTERLIFE" today, Five Finger Death Punch has premiered an advance listen to the previously unreleased acoustic version of “Judgement Day” which can be streamed below or via YouTube HERE. The band previously partnered with Covenant House in November 2023 and released an official video for “Judgement Day” during National Runaway Prevention Month to help raise awareness about the Youth Homelessness Crisis. Watch the official video for the original version of the song HERE.
ABOUT FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCH:
Five Finger Death Punch is a multi-platinum, chart-topping hard rock band from Las Vegas, NV known for their high-energy performances and impactful music (over 9 billion streams). The band has held firmly to a top 3 position on the Billboard Hard Rock charts for the last 5 years and amassed a record-setting 10 billboard mainstream Rock Airplay #1s in a row, the longest run of leading consecutive entries in the history of Mainstream Rock Airplay. 5FDP has 28 top 10 hit singles and 15 #1 singles to its name, and the band has released nine consecutive studio albums since 2007, seven of which were certified Gold or Platinum by the RIAA, as well as two chart-topping Greatest Hits albums. Five Finger Death Punch is known not just for teaming up with established artists like Rob Halford, Rob Zombie, Jamey Jasta, Steve Aoki and Max Cavalera, but also known for elevating newcomers like Bad Wolves, From Ashes to New and others by exposing them to their worldwide audience. Founding guitarist Zoltan Bathory was recently added as a playable character in the iconic “Call of Duty” video game series adding another major achievement to the band’s growing legacy. In addition, 5FDP has earned numerous national and international awards and honors, such as the prestigious Soldier Appreciation Award by the Association of The United States Army, an honor bestowed only upon Elvis Presley before. 5FDP is also well known for their charitable efforts and has donated over a million dollars from ticket sales, record royalties and streaming revenue. The band has released several videos of some of their biggest hits partnering with leading organizations in the fight against suicide prevention, youth homelessness and to support cancer survivors, veterans suffering from PTSD and to bring relief to the families of fallen first responders. The City Of Las Vegas, NV recognized 5FDP's relentless charitable efforts by officially declaring November 1st as "Five Finger Death Punch Day". In addition, Ivan Moody was awarded the key to The City Of Cheyenne, WY honoring the betterment of the city through his philanthropic endeavors. Having become one of the most recognizable names in music, 5FDP frequently plays all major festivals and sells out arenas around the world. 5FDP is currently on a stadium tour across the globe with Metallica throughout 2024. See all dates below.
FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCH - Summer 2024 European Tour: Tickets HERE
- Wed 29th May 2024 - Milan, IT @ Idays Festival (w/ METALLICA)
- Fri 31st May 2024 - Plzen, CZ @ Metalfest Open Air Plzen
- Wed 5th Jun 2024 - Solvesborg, SE @ Sweden Rock Festival
- Thur 6th Jun 2024 - Trondheim, NO @ Trondheim Rocks (no Ice Nine Kills)
- Tue 11th Jun 2024 - Tallin, EE @ Unibet Arena - (HEADLINER)
- Thu 13th Jun 2024 - Kaunas, LT @ Zalgiris Arena - (HEADLINER)
- Sun 16th Jun 2024 - Copenhagen, DK @ Parken Stadium - (w/ METALLICA)
- Wed 19th Jun 2024 - Amsterdam, NL @ AFAS Live - (HEADLINER)
- Fri 21st Jun 2024 - Dessel, BE @ Graspop Metal Meeting
- Wed 26th Jun 2024 - Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU @ Rockhal - (no Ice Nine Kills)
- Sat 29th Jun 2024 - Zilina, SK @ Topfest (no Ice Nine Kills)
- Thurs 4th July 2024 - Bucharest, RO @ Metalhead Festival – 20 years live
- Sun 7th July 2024 - Warsaw, PL @ PGE Narodowy - (w/ METALLICA)
- Tue 9th July 2024 - Budapest, HU @ Barba Negra - (HEADLINER)
- Sun 14th July 2024 - Madrid, ES @ Estadio Civitas Metropolitano - (w/ METALLICA)
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