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System of a Down's Ozzfest Journey: From Rookies to Icons

7/28/2025

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System of a Down skyrocketed to fame at Ozzfest, moving from the second stage to headlining in 2006. Their albums "Mezmerize" and "Hypnotize" both reached double-platinum status. Band member Malakian reflects on the festival as a life-changing journey, rich with camaraderie and unforgettable encounters with rock icons like Ozzy Osbourne and Motörhead.

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System of a Down skyrocketed to fame at Ozzfest, moving from the second stage to headlining in 2006. Their albums "Mezmerize" and "Hypnotize" both reached double-platinum status. Band member Malakian reflects on the festival as a life-changing journey, rich with camaraderie and unforgettable encounters with rock icons like Ozzy Osbourne and Motörhead.