Chris Beattie is a bassist and founding member of legendary hardcore metal band Hatebreed. Known for their crushing sound, relentless live performances, and uncompromising intensity, Hatebreed became one of the most influential bands in modern hardcore and metal through a combination of heavy riffs, aggressive grooves, and powerful lyrical themes.
Since helping form the band in the mid-1990s, Chris has been a driving force behind Hatebreed’s massive low-end sound and high-energy stage presence. Through landmark albums like Satisfaction Is the Death of Desire, Perseverance, and The Rise of Brutality, Hatebreed helped bridge hardcore and metal while building a worldwide fanbase through nonstop touring and festival appearances.
Known for his aggressive playing style and tight rhythmic foundation, Chris has spent decades performing on stages around the world alongside some of heavy music’s biggest acts. His approach to bass combines raw power, precision, and durability suited for the demanding intensity of modern hardcore and metal performance.
Chris relies on S.I.T. Strings for the consistency, durability, and aggressive tone required for Hatebreed’s punishing live shows and studio recordings.
