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System of a Down (album)

by System Of A Down

Released: June 30, 1998

Nu metal, alternative metal

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Why This Album Matters

This album matters because its strongest editorial story is: Breakthrough.

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"System of a Down" is the debut studio album by the American heavy metal band System of a Down, released on June 30, 1998, by American Recordings and Columbia Records. Known for its aggressive yet melodic sound and socially conscious lyrics, "System of a Down" laid the foundation for the band's subsequent success and established them as one of the leading acts in the alternative metal genre.

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Known for its aggressive yet melodic sound and socially conscious lyrics, "System of a Down" laid the foundation for the band's subsequent success and established them as one of the leading acts in the alternative metal genre.

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Reception

The album was a critical and commercial success, showcasing the band's unique blend of metal, alternative rock, and Eastern European influences. Initially certified Gold by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) in February 2000, the album's popularity surged further with the release of their follow-up album "Toxicity" in 2001. As a result, "System of a Down" was subsequently certified platinum and has since achieved double platinum status, indicating its enduring popularity and influence.

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"System of a Down" is the debut studio album by the American heavy metal band System of a Down, released on June 30, 1998, by American Recordings and Columbia Records. The album was a critical and commercial success, showcasing the band's unique blend of metal, alternative rock, and Eastern European influences.

Initially certified Gold by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) in February 2000, the album's popularity surged further with the release of their follow-up album "Toxicity" in 2001. As a result, "System of a Down" was subsequently certified platinum and has since achieved double platinum status, indicating its enduring popularity and influence.