Wayne Richard Wells
- Born:
- November 4, 1965, Muskegon, Michigan, USA
- Died:
- November 1, 2014, Landers, California, USA
- Nationality:
- American
- Profession(s):
- Musician, Singer, Songwriter, Record Producer
Early Life and Education
- Raised in Shelby, Michigan.
- Moved to Chicago after high school.
- Experimented with synthesizers and drum machines in Chicago.
Career and Major Achievements
- Formed the industrial metal band Static-X in 1994.
- Achieved mainstream success with Static-X's debut album, Wisconsin Death Trip (1999).
- Led Static-X as vocalist, guitarist, and songwriter.
- Pursued a solo career, releasing his debut solo album, Pighammer, in 2011.
- Toured extensively with Static-X and as a solo artist.
Notable Works
Static-X Discography
| Year | Title | Label |
|---|---|---|
| 1999 | Wisconsin Death Trip | Warner Bros. Records |
| 2001 | Machine | Warner Bros. Records |
| 2003 | Shadow Zone | Warner Bros. Records |
| 2005 | Start a War | Warner Bros. Records |
| 2007 | Cannibal | Warner Bros. Records |
| 2009 | Cult of Static | Reprise Records |
| 2020 | Project Regeneration Vol. 1 | Otsego Entertainment Group |
Solo Album
- Pighammer (2011)
Legacy and Impact
Wayne Richard Wells, known professionally as Wayne Static, was a prominent figure in the industrial metal scene. As the founder, frontman, and driving force behind Static-X, he helped popularize the genre and influenced numerous subsequent artists. His unique vocal style, energetic stage presence, and distinctive image left a lasting impact on heavy metal music.
This Wayne Static biography highlights the musical contributions made over the course of his career.