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System of a Down (also referred to as System or abbreviated as SOAD) is a four-piece, Grammy-award winning band, formed in 1995 in Los Angeles, California. All four members are of Armenian descent, grandsons of Armenian Genocide survivors, and are widely known for their outspoken views found in many of their songs. System of a Down has achieved commercial success over five albums, with singles such as "Chop Suey!" and "B.Y.O.B.". System of a Down is a part of the Axis of Justice, a non-profit organization formed by band member Serj Tankian (along with Tom Morello) that is dedicated to bringing together musicians, music fans and grassroots political organizations to fight for social justice.
Origin Flag of United States Los Angeles, California, USA
Genre(s) Alternative metal [1]
Alternative rock [2]
Experimental rock [2]
Hard rock[1]
Heavy metal
Nu Metal[3][4][5][6][7]
(Disputed)
Years active 1995 – 2006(hiatus)
Label(s) American, Columbia
Associated
acts Serj Tankian (Solo)
Scars On Broadway
ACHOZEN
Axis of Justice
Serart
Soil
VoKEE
The Apex Theory
Website Official website
Members
Serj Tankian
Daron Malakian
Shavo Odadjian
John Dolmayan
