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System of a Down

The essential System of a Down records, ranked — where to start and what to reach for next.

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    System of a Down

    System of a Down · 1998 · Metal

    A frantic, political nu-metal debut of unhinged invention. Heavy and influential. A breakthrough.

    Start here
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    ToxicitySystem of a Down

    Toxicity

    System of a Down · 2001 · Metal

    Frenetic, political and weirdly catchy, blending thrash with Armenian melody. Inventive and huge. A defining 2000s metal record.

    Classic
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    Mezmerize

    System of a Down · 2005 · Metal

    A frantic, political peak, home to 'B.Y.O.B.'. Heavy and huge. A high point.

    Classic
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    HypnotizeSystem of a Down

    Hypnotize

    System of a Down · 2005 · Metal

    A sharp, political companion to Mezmerize. Heavy and acclaimed. A high point.

    Classic
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