System of a Down - System of a Down is an Armenian-American rock band from Glendale, California, formed in 1994. System of a Down consists of Serj Tankian (lead vocals and keyboards), Daron Malakian (vocals and guitar), Shavo Odadjian (bass), John Dolmayan (drums). A staple on mainstream rock radio[citation needed], their works have earned them four Grammy Award nominations, of which they have won one in 2006 for Best Hard Rock Performance.
The band is a part of the Axis of Justice, a non-profit organization co-founded by Tankian and fellow musician Tom Morello, dedicated to bringing together musicians, music fans, and grassroots political organizations to fight for social justice.
In 2006 the group went on hiatus. The band has released five studio albums and have sold over 20 million records worldwide.
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