YenYorkCity

About YenYorkCity

A podcast made for twitch discoverability through music, art and more! Tune in live or catch episodes to learn more about what its like to grow on Twitch!

Publisher

YenYorkCity

Category

music

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

21 Jun 2022

Latest episode

9 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

23 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   9 Oct 2026

   Chris Waiau, Five Finger Death Punch Bass Tech & Blackstar A&R | YenYorkCity Live

   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.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.We'll talk about:🎸 Life as a professional bass tech🔧 Maintaining and troubleshooting a touring bass rig🚌 Life behind the scenes on a major tour🎛️ Professional backline and gear🎤 Working directly with major artists🏢 The role of A&R in the modern gear industry🎚️ Amplification, tone, and equipment selection🤘 Five Finger Death Punch's 20-year journey💿 Their new album Legacy🌎 Touring and what comes next for the band and music industryWhether you're a bassist, guitar player, touring musician, backline technician, gear enthusiast, or someone interested in the business behind professional music, this is a conversation you won't want to miss.Streaming live on Twitch and YouTube, with the replay available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.🎙️ Live Q&AHave a question for Chris? Drop it in the live chat — we'll answer selected questions during the stream!📅 Date: September 20, 2026⏰ Time: 2:00 PM EST📍 Where: YenYorkCity Live — Streaming on Twitch and YouTube🎧 Join us for an inside look at the people, technology, and expertise working behind the scenes of today's biggest rock and metal productions.👉 Like, subscribe, and turn on notifications to stay up to date with more live interviews featuring musicians, technicians, gear professionals, and music industry experts.~ Follow Chris Waiau ~IG: https://www.instagram.com/chris.waiau🤘 Five Finger Death PunchOfficial Website: https://fivefingerdeathpunch.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fivefingerdeathpunchInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/5fdpX: https://x.com/FFDPTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fivefingerdeathpunchYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@5fdpSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5t28BP42x2axc6F8B2RrN7Bandcamp: https://fivefingerdeathpunch.bandcamp.com/musicApple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/five-finger-death-punch/199451985💿 Latest Album: LegacyFive Finger Death Punch's 10th studio album, Legacy, celebrates the band's 20-year career. The album was released digitally in July 2026, with physical editions following in September.🎛️ Blackstar AmplificationWebsite: https://www.blackstaramps.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/blackstarampsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/blackstaramps/X: https://x.com/BlackstarAmpsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/BlackstarampsBlackstar is an independent guitar amplification and effects company based in Northampton, England, known for its focus on amplifier design, tone, and flexibility.🌆 YenYorkCity SocialsTwitch: https://www.twitch.tv/yenyorkcityInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/yenyorkcityX (Twitter): https://x.com/yenyorkcityTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yenyorkcityliveBand (SkyMuseum): https://www.instagram.com/skymuseumWebsite: https://www.yenyorkcity.com

2. 

   18 Sept 2026

   Vanaheim Returns! Mike Seidel on the New Album, Fireflash Records & the Future of Epic Folk Metal

   Mike Seidel is back on YenYorkCity Live!After joining us a few years ago, we're excited to welcome Mike Seidel, bassist of the Dutch epic folk/death metal band Vanaheim, back to the show to catch us up on everything that's happened since our last conversation.Since Mike's previous appearance, Vanaheim has reached new milestones with the announcement of their highly anticipated concept album Roede voor de Borst, signing with Fireflash Records, performing at major European festivals, expanding their international touring schedule, and preparing for their biggest chapter yet. The band's upcoming album features guest performances from Coen Janssen (Epica) and Nils Fischer (Eluveitie), was produced, recorded, and mixed by Joost van den Broek, and mastered by Mika Jussila at Finnvox Studios.We'll discuss:🎸 The making of Roede voor de Borst🔥 Signing with Fireflash Records and what's changed for the band🎪 The festivals and tours Vanaheim has played throughout Europe🌍 New experiences on the road and growing internationally🎵 The evolution of Vanaheim's sound and storytelling⚔️ What's next for the band as they continue their rise in the folk metal sceneWhether you're a bassist, folk metal fan, touring musician, or simply love hearing the stories behind today's rising bands, this is an episode you won't want to miss.Streaming live on Twitch, Kick, and YouTube, with the replay available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.🎙️ Live Q&AHave a question for Mike? Drop it in the live chat—we'll answer selected questions during the stream!📅 Date: September 13, 2026⏰ Time: 2:00 PM EST📍 Where: YenYorkCity Live — Streaming on Twitch, Kick, and YouTube🎧 Join us as we catch up with one of modern folk metal's rising bands and hear what's next for Vanaheim.⏱️ Timestamps will be added after the live show.👉 Like, subscribe, and turn on notifications to stay up to date with more live interviews featuring musicians, touring artists, and music industry professionals.🎸 Guest LinksMike SeidelInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mike_vanaheim⚔️ VanaheimWebsite: https://vanaheim.nlOfficial Merch: https://vanaheim-official-merch.myshopify.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VanaheimBandInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/vanaheimofficialYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@vanaheimbandSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0EwL1mEhMTG9sylwYdOTU7Bandcamp (Merch & Music): https://vanaheim.bandcamp.com/merch🌆 YenYorkCity SocialsTwitch: https://www.twitch.tv/yenyorkcityInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/yenyorkcityX (Twitter): https://x.com/yenyorkcityTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yenyorkcityliveBand (SkyMuseum): https://www.instagram.com/skymuseumWebsite: https://www.yenyorkcity.com

3. 

   21 Aug 2026

   PRSYTE Metalcore, New Music, & Hard Rock Fest | YenYorkCity Live

   On this episode of YenYorkCity Live, we're joined by Yonkers, NY metalcore band PRSYTE!PRSYTE joins us ahead of The GR8 Hudson Valley Hard Rock Fest, taking place September 5, 2026 at Heritage Financial Park in Wappingers Falls, NY, hosted by Andromeda Productions and Big Mountain Entertainment.We'll be talking with the band about their evolution as a band, their approach to metalcore, life as a working musician, and what it's like preparing for a major festival appearance. We'll also get into the band's newest music, including their recently released single "Smoke & Mirrors," which dropped in July 2026. PRSYTE's current sound draws influence from bands including Fit For A King, Invent Animate, Kublai Khan, and Northlane, putting them firmly in the modern metalcore conversation.Most importantly, we'll be getting the inside scoop on Hard Rock Fest—what fans can expect from the event, PRSYTE's involvement, and what makes this upcoming Hudson Valley festival one to watch.Whether you're a metalcore fan, drummer, musician, or looking for your next live music experience, join us for a conversation with PRSYTE and a preview of what's coming to the Hudson Valley!🎙️ Live Q&AHave a question for PRSYTE? Drop it in the live chat — we'll answer selected questions during the stream!📅 Date: August 16, 2026⏰ Time: 2:00 PM EST📍 Where: YenYorkCity Live — Streaming on Twitch and YouTube🎪 GR8 Hudson Valley Hard Rock Fest📅 September 5, 2026📍 Heritage Financial Park — Wappingers Falls, NY🔥 PRSYTE is scheduled to perform at 2:00 PM.⏱️ Timestamps will be added after the live show.👉 Like, subscribe, and turn on notifications to stay up to date with more live interviews featuring musicians, touring artists, and music industry professionals.🤘 PRSYTELinktree: https://linktr.ee/prsytebandInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/prsytebandTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@prsytebandYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PrsyteBandSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0h0bM2X1j8gZ3m3h7H9qJvApple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/prsyte/1698171732🎵 Latest Single — "Smoke & Mirrors"Released July 3, 2026.🎬 "Guillotine" Official Music Video:https://youtu.be/7kY3VxJZ5qE🎪 GR8 Hudson Valley Hard Rock FestEvent information / PRSYTE festival link:https://www.gofevo.com/event/gr8hudsonvalleyhardrockfestival📅 September 5, 2026📍 Heritage Financial ParkWappingers Falls, New YorkHosted by Andromeda Productions and Big Mountain Entertainment.🌆 YenYorkCity SocialsTwitch: https://www.twitch.tv/yenyorkcityInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/yenyorkcityX (Twitter): https://x.com/yenyorkcityTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yenyorkcityliveBand (SkyMuseum): https://www.instagram.com/skymuseumWebsite: https://www.yenyorkcity.com