Korn has a lot to celebrate at the start of 2022! Jonathan Davis , the group's vocalist and frontman , turned 51 on January 18th, and next month, on the 4th, the band will release their 14th studio album, Requiem .
To celebrate these milestones, we've put together this special Korn quiz for you to test your knowledge of the band! Are you up for the challenge? Let's go!
Results
His position: Headbanger!
Your position: Beginner in Metal. You have a long way to go, but don't get discouraged!
#1. In what year and where was Korn formed?
The correct answer is: 1993 in California.
#2. The band is considered a pioneer of the nu metal movement. True or false?
The correct answer is: True! The band is considered one of the pioneers of the nu metal movement, which combines elements of heavy metal with hip hop, alternative rock, grunge, and American funk.
#3. Which albums marked the band's success?
The correct answer is: Follow the Leader (1998) and Issues (1999)
#4. Which member designed the original Korn logo, with the "R" backwards (KoЯn)?
The correct answer is: Jonathan Davis. The idea of having the inverted "R" came from James Shaffer, but it was the vocalist Jonathan Davis who designed the first version of the logo.
#5. In 1995, the band toured with Ozzy Osbourne, opening for the Prince of Darkness alongside Deftones. True or false?
The correct answer is: True! The band did indeed go on tour with Deftones to open for Ozzy Osbourne.
#6. Which single earned the band their first Grammy nomination for Best Metal Performance?
The correct answer is: “No Place to Hide”!
#7. Which of these awards did "Freak on a Leash" not receive at the Grammys?
The correct answer is: Best Hard Rock Performance! Despite being nominated in the category, the song did not receive the award for best hard rock.
#8. In what year did Brian Welch leave Korn and why?
The correct answer is: 2005 to take care of your health and addictions.
#9. When did Brian Welch first play with the band, marking his return?
The correct answer is: 2012!
#10. The band is about to release a new album, what's the name?
The correct answer is: Requiem! The album will be released on February 4th.
