Sep 14, 2023 · By Al Newstead Posted 14 Sep 2023 System Of A Down's Daron Malakian, Serj Tankian, John Dolmayan, and Shavo Odjajian in 1998 (Facebook: Ross Halfin Photography) Wildly original, unapologetically serious and silly, and despite not having released a new album in two decades, remain one of the most respected names in heavy music? System of a Down Armenian-American alt-metal band that topped charts without diluting their politically charged messages. Read Full Biography STREAM OR BUY: Active 1990s - 2020s Formed 1994 in Los Angeles, CA Genre Pop/Rock Styles Alternative Metal, Heavy Metal, Hard Rock Also Known As SOAD System Group Members Official site for System Of A Down. Stream the new songs 'Protect The Land' and 'Genocidal Humanoidz' now. vquQAks.