“Sometimes things get too layered and compressed or there's too many effects and they turn into mush on record. I strive to keep it raw and live-sounding, like you are in the room watching the band play.”

American musician

Wayne Static was an American musician, best known as the lead vocalist, rhythm guitarist, keyboardist and primary lyricist for the industrial metal band Static-X. He was born Wayne Richard Wells and lived from 1965 to 2014. Static was the only constant member of Static-X until his death. He also released a solo album, Pighammer, in 2011. He was widely recognized for his vertical hairstyle and his distinctive chintail beard, both of which became part of his public image.