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Ivan Moody Biography

(Singer)

Birthday: January 7, 1980 (Capricorn)

Born In: Denver, Colorado, United States

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Ivan Lewis Greening, popularly known as Ivan Moody, is a singer and the lead vocalist of the American metal band ‘Five Finger Death Punch’. He was born in Denver, Colorado. He spent his early years in several small cities and developed a deep love for music as a young boy. He performed in several bands before he finally joined the band ‘Five Finger Death Punch’. The group achieved commercial success with their debut album ‘The Way of the Fist,’ which spawned three top singles and sold over 600,000 copies in US. Throughout the years, the band has released several albums such as ‘War Is the Answer’ and ‘Got Your Six’. Moody has been nominated for two Golden Gods Awards. He is also part of a musical group named Ghost Machine, which has released two albums, ‘Ghost Machine’ and ‘Hypersensitive.’ As an occasional actor he has appeared in two movies, ‘Bled’ and ‘The Devil’s Carnival.’

Birthday: January 7, 1980 (Capricorn)

Born In: Denver, Colorado, United States

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Quick Facts

Also Known As: Ivan Lewis Greening, Ghost

Age: 44 Years, 44 Year Old Males

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Spouse/Ex-: Holly Smith

Born Country: United States

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Height: 6'0" (183 cm), 6'0" Males

U.S. State: Colorado

City: Denver, Colorado

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    What is Ivan Moody's band known for?

    Ivan Moody is best known as the lead vocalist of the American heavy metal band Five Finger Death Punch.
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    What inspired Ivan Moody to pursue a career in music?

    Ivan Moody was inspired by his love for music and the cathartic release he found in creating and performing songs.
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    How has Ivan Moody's music impacted his fans?

    Ivan Moody's music has resonated with fans by addressing themes of struggle, resilience, and personal growth, providing a sense of connection and empowerment.
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    What challenges has Ivan Moody faced in his career?

    Ivan Moody has faced personal struggles and addiction issues, but has been open about his journey to sobriety and the positive impact it has had on his life and music.
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    How does Ivan Moody approach songwriting?

    Ivan Moody draws from personal experiences and emotions when writing songs, aiming to create authentic and relatable music for his audience.

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Childhood & Early Life
Ivan Moody was born as Ivan Lewis Greening in Denver, Colorado, US, on January 7, 1980. As he grew up, he lived in several smaller cities, such as Arvada, Castle Rock, Lakewood, Wheat Ridge and Northglenn.
According to him, his grandmother put him in a choir when he was only seven years of age. Soon, he got interested in music, and at the age of sixteen, he started performing in bands.
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Career
Ivan Moody moved to Los Angeles in 2001. He initially joined a band named Toiz. The band performed a few shows around the Los Angeles area in 2002. They also made a demo that was never released. The following year, Moody left Toiz and joined another band named Motograter.
Motograter released their self-titled debut album in 2003. They gained some popularity after performing at Ozzfest 2003. They also toured with bands such as Korn, Marilyn Manson, Mushroomhead and Killswitch Engage.
Alongside his involvement with Motograter, Moody also started his side project Ghost Machine, which released its self-titled debut album in 2005. It included tracks such as ‘Headstone’, ‘Vegas Moon’ and ‘Siesta Loca’. Around this time, he joined the band Five Finger Death Punch.
In November 2006, the second album by Ghost Machine, titled ‘Hypersensitive,’ was released. It included singles such as ‘Psychosocial’, ‘God Forbid’ and ‘What Made You Laugh’.
In 2007, his band Five Finger Death Punch released their debut album ‘The Way of the Fist’. It sold 3,800 copies in its first week of release. The album reached the 107th position on the US Billboard 200.
In 2009, the band released their second album ‘War is the Answer’. It was a huge success commercially, selling 44,000 copies in the first week. It reached the 7th position on the US Billboard 200. It included tracks such as ‘Dying Breed,’ ‘Bulletproof’, and ‘No One Gets Left Behind’. The same year, he also appeared in the horror film ‘Bled’. The film was directed by Christopher Hutson.
In 2011, the band released their third studio album ‘American Capitalist’. It became their most successful work, reaching the 3rd position on the US Billboard 200. It also did well in other countries, such as Finland and Canada.
In 2012, he had a minor role in the musical horror film ‘The Devil’s Carnival’, which was directed by Darren Lyn Bousman.
In 2013, the band had two releases, ‘The Wrong Side of Heaven and the Right Side of Hell- Volume 1’ and ‘The Wrong Side of Heaven and the Right Side of Hell- Volume 2’. Both did well commercially, peaking at the 2nd position on the US Billboard 200.
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In September 2015, the band released its fifth studio album ‘Got Your Six’. It peaked at the 2nd position on the US Billboard 200. It performed well in several countries like Australia, Finland, New Zealand and Sweden.
The band’s most recent albums are ‘A Decade of Destruction’ (2017) and ‘And Justice for None’ (2018). The former reached the 28th position on the US Billboard 200, while the latter reached the 3rd position.
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Major Works
’American Capitalist’, the third album by Ivan Moody’s band Five Finger Death Punch, is one of his most successful works. It included tracks such as ‘American Capitalist’, ‘Under and Over It’, ‘The Pride’ and ‘Menace’. It reached the 3rd position on the US Billboard 200 chart. It also performed well in other countries like Canada and Finland.
’Got Your Six’, which is the sixth album by Ivan Moody’s band, can be considered his most successful work. It included singles like ‘Jekyll and Hyde’, ‘Wash It All Away’, ‘My Nemesis, and ‘Question Everything’. It did well commercially, reaching the 2nd position on the US Billboard 200. It also performed well in Australia, Canada, Finland and Norway.
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Family & Personal Life
Ivan Moody was reportedly married to singer Holly Smith. She claimed that Moody had been abusive towards her during their relationship.
Facts About Ivan Moody
Ivan Moody, the lead vocalist of Five Finger Death Punch, is known for his love of collecting rare and vintage horror movie memorabilia.
In addition to his music career, Ivan Moody is also a talented tattoo artist and has designed tattoos for many fans and friends.
Ivan Moody has a soft spot for animals and actively supports various animal welfare organizations.
Despite his tough exterior on stage, Ivan Moody is a dedicated father and often shares heartwarming moments with his children on social media.
Ivan Moody is an avid reader and enjoys delving into a wide range of literature genres in his spare time.
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