System of a Down, also known as SOAD, is a Grammy Award winning metal band from Los Angeles, California who have achieved both commercial and critical success over the course of five studio albums. The lyrics of many their songs are politically driven. Chart topping hits of SOAD include "Chop Suey", "Aerials", and "B.Y.O.B".
Members of SOAD
The members of System of a Down are all of Armenian decent. The members include drummer, John Dolmayan, guitarist and songwriter Daron Malakian, bassist Shavo Odadjian and lead singer Serj Tankian. Former drummer Ontronik "Andy" Khachaturian left the band after a hand injury.
Axis of Justice
System of a Down is part of a non-profit organization called Axis of Justice which was founded by Serj Tankian and the guitarist from Rage Against The Machine, Tom Morello. The group brings musicians and fans together to fight against various social injustices.
Discography
- 1998: System of a Down
- [[2001]: Toxicity
- 2002: Steal This Album!
- 2005: Mezmerize
- 2005: Hypnotize
References
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2006 Grammy Award for "B.Y.O.B."
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2007 Grammy nominee for "Lonely Day"
