Charlie Engen

Charlie Engen is a drummer recognized for his work with Five Finger Death Punch, Scale the Summit, and Ideology, offering expertise in percussion performance and instruction. After joining the renowned heavy metal band Five Finger Death Punch in 2018, Charlie Engen quickly propelled his career to new heights, transitioning seamlessly into a full-time role that saw him performing in sold-out arenas and major festival stages worldwide. Prior to this pivotal role, Engen honed his exceptional percussion skills through extensive work with critically acclaimed bands such as Scale The Summit and Ideology. Leveraging over 30 years of drumming experience and holding a Masters in Music, Engen demonstrated remarkable adaptability upon his recruitment, swiftly mastering Five Finger Death Punch’s complex live set and integrating new technical elements like drum triggers, which were central to the band’s large-scale productions and signature sound.

His professional standing is further highlighted by a robust portfolio of endorsements and strategic partnerships with leading music equipment manufacturers, reflecting his influential status and deep expertise in the rock and metal genres.