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It was at one of these soundchecks that Peter casually suggested using two drumsticks. The bassist playfully asked his guitar technician, Andy Moore, if they could fashion something that allowed him to play with sticks on his fingers. This playful experimentation led to practical solutions: they tried different velcro grips to avoid the sticks flying off during performances. Thus, Funk Fingers were born—rubber-tipped extensions that allowed the bassist to tap into the strings while still maintaining the toughness needed to withstand the rigors of touring.