5 Reasons Why You Shouldn't Hate Five Finger Death Punch
Do you hate Five Finger Death Punch with a passion? Good. Now read this.
Do you hate Five Finger Death Punch? Good.
Now read this.
Five Finger Death Punch – four words that drive a deep divide through the metal community whenever they're spoken.
For some fans, those affectionally called “Knuckleheads”, Five Finger Death Punch embodies the spirit of today’s mainstream metal scene. From the moment “Ashes” kicked off The Way of the Fist, to their latest single “Inside Out”, Five Finger Death Punch has provided millions of rockers with enough headbanging hits to keep them wanting more.
For others, the hatred for Ivan Moody and company is so potent that it reaches near Nickelback-levels of loathing.
Metal elitists hate them. Harsh critics label them “Bro Metal”. They’re referred to as sellouts because of their relentless radio play. To say you’re a Five Finger Death Punch fan is laughable in some circles.
Whether you’re a proud Knucklehead or believe that 5FDP are nothing more than another nail in the coffin of the “dying” rock music industry, it’s about time the fans and doubters of Five Finger Death Punch knew these five indisputable facts.
5. They Rake In Millions… But Donate $100,000s To Charity
Love or hate them, they've defied the odds. They’ve made millions of dollars over the years, generating more sales in a single show than some other bands make in a year.
Are they living the crazy, spoiled lifestyle depicted in their “Under and Over It” music video? Maybe. Are they sharing their wealth with those who need it most? Absolutely.
After finishing their 2018 North American tour with Breaking Benjamin, Five Finger Death Punch donated $95,000 to Concerns of Police Survivors, a non-profit organization that helps families of law enforcement personnel killed in the line of duty rebuild their lives.
They provide programs for survivors at all levels which include scholarships, kid camps, adult retreats, and other financial assistance. Ever vocal in their support of first responders, law enforcement and members of the U.S.A.F, 5FDP teamed up with Kenny Wayne Shepherd, Brantley Gilbert and Queen’s Brian May to release a special version of the song “Blue on Black”.
All proceeds went to the Gary Sinise Foundation, a charity honoring those serving and defending the US through a number of programs.
Along with these proceeds, 5FDP has donated sales from its 2019 fall arena tour to that same Foundation, totalling $150,000.