**System of a Down** — The alternative metal legends from the United States stand as one of the most influential and genre-defying bands of their generation. Formed in the mid-1990s, System of a Down — fronted by Serj Tankian and driven by guitarist Daron Malakian, bassist Shavo Odadjian, and drummer John Dolmayan — brought a new level of creativity and urgency to heavy music. Their sound is a whirlwind of aggression, melody, and political commentary, blending metal, punk, and even Armenian folk influences into something truly their own. Songs like *“Chop Suey!”*, *“Toxicity,”* and *“B.Y.O.B.”* became anthems of a generation disillusioned by war, corruption, and conformity. With rapid-fire vocals, offbeat time signatures, and abrupt tempo shifts, the band delivers chaos with precision — a reflection of a world on edge. Despite going on hiatus after their 2005 albums *Mezmerize* and *Hypnotize*, their music continues to resonate, speaking truth to power and challenging listeners to think deeper. System of a Down remains a voice of rebellion, emotion, and unapologetic originality.
