Scars on Broadway facts for kids
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Scars on Broadway
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on September 3, 2008.
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| Origin | Los Angeles, California, U.S. |
| Genres | Alternative metal, experimental rock, avant-garde metal, heavy metal, progressive metal |
| Years active | 2003, 2006–2009, 2010-present |
| Labels | Interscope |
| Associated acts | System of a Down, Amen, Axis of Justice, Viza, The Chronicles of Israfel, Slipknot, Pulse Ultra, Scum, Team Sleep, DKFXP |
| Members | Daron Malakian Franky Perez Danny Shamoun Dominic Cifarelli John Dolmayan |
| Past members | Casey Chaos Zach Hill Greg Kelso |
Scars on Broadway is an American metal band. It was started by Daron Malakian and John Dolmayan. Both are also members of the famous band System of a Down.
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What is Scars on Broadway?
Scars on Broadway is a music group from Los Angeles, California. They play a type of music called alternative metal. This style mixes heavy guitar sounds with different kinds of music. The band was first active in 2003. Then, they became more active from 2006 to 2009. They started playing together again in 2010 and are still active today.
The Band's Sound
The music of Scars on Broadway is known for being unique. It includes elements of experimental rock and avant-garde metal. This means they like to try new things with their sound. They also have a strong heavy metal feel. Sometimes, their music is called progressive metal. This means it has complex song structures and musical ideas.
Who Are the Members?
The main person in Scars on Broadway is Daron Malakian. He sings, plays guitar, and writes most of the songs. Another key member is John Dolmayan, who plays the drums. Both Daron and John are also in the band System of a Down.
Other current members include:
- Franky Perez
- Danny Shamoun
- Dominic Cifarelli
Some past members of the band were:
- Casey Chaos
- Zach Hill
- Greg Kelso
Band History
Scars on Broadway was formed by Daron Malakian and John Dolmayan. They wanted to create music that was different from System of a Down. The band signed with Interscope Records. This record label helped them release their music to a wider audience.
Early Years and First Album
The band first started in 2003. However, they really began to work on music in 2006. Their first album was released in 2008. It was also called Scars on Broadway. This album showed off their unique blend of rock and metal.
Changes and New Music
After their first album, the band took a break. They started playing again in 2010. Over the years, the band's lineup has changed a bit. But Daron Malakian has always been the main creative force. They continue to make music and perform for their fans.
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Former drummer John Dolmayan
See also
In Spanish: Daron Malakian and Scars on Broadway para niños
