Michael Modeste
Bassist for International American 4 Piece Heavy Metal group Dead by Wednesday
Touring/Session Availability
With over two decades of musical exploration spanning various genres, from blues and jazz to rock and folk, John Smith stands as a seasoned musician whose talent knows no bounds. Hailing from the vibrant musical landscape of the United States, Smith has honed his craft through countless performances on both sides of the Atlantic, captivating audiences across Europe and the USA with his soulful melodies and electrifying performances. Whether he's shredding on the guitar or serenading with his smooth vocals, Smith's passion for music shines through, earning him a reputation as a dynamic and versatile artist whose music transcends boundaries and speaks to the soul.
DISCOGRAPHY
DEAD BY WEDNESDAY
Democracy Is Dead (2006)
The Killing Project (2008)
The Last Parade (2011)
Death of the Rockstar (2014)
Darkest of Angels (2016)
Dead by Wednesday (2019)
Capital Conspiracy (2022)
NOTABLES
AWARDS
Connecticut Music Awards “Best Metal” 2012 and 2013
New England Music Awards 2024 “Hard Rock/Heavy Metal Artist of the Year”
New England Music Awards 2024 Video of the Year for “Wasteland”
EUROPE
In 2023, Dead by Wednesday embarked on a highly anticipated European tour,
spanning 15 days and visiting eight countries. The tour kicked off in Frankfurt, Germany,
and took the band to various notable venues across Europe, including KVO in
Neuchatel, Switzerland, Castelnuovo and Fucecchio in Italy, Hildburghausen and Cham
in Germany, Vienna in Austria, Doetinchen in the Netherlands, Wroclaw in Poland,
Karlovy Vary in the Czech Republic, and concluded in Hamburg, Germany.
PRESS
Dead By Wednesday
"Pawns" MTV Headbangers Ball Premier
"Live Again" and "Pawns" on rotation at Sirius XM Liquid Metal
"Pawns" featured on Rock Band Video Game
"Unchained" and "Symphony of Destruction" covers
on rotation at Sirius XM Liquid Metal
Features & Reviews in Outburn, Metal Edge Magazine, Decibel and more
Featured in OUTBURN Magazine issue #98 July 2022 - "Capitol Conspiracy" 9/10
Featured in OUTBURN Magazine issue #98 July 2022 - "Capitol Conspiracy" 9/10
ENDORSEMENTS
Xvive Wireless Audio Systems (Dead by Wednesday)
SHOWS
On Tour With:
Hatebreed / Jasta
Raven
Flotsam and Jetsam
David Ellefson Basstory & Bumblefoot
Generation Kill
Shadows Fall
A Killer's Confession
ICP
Puya
Festivals:
Vans Warped Tour
Rock N' Shock
Mayhem Festival
New England Metal & Hardcore Festival
Full Terror Assault Open Air Festival
Maryland Death Fest
Gathering of the Juggalo's
Wasteland Weekend
Milwaukee Metal Fest
Michigan Metal Fest
VIDEOS
