Korn is an American nu metal band from Bakersfield, California, formed in 1993 by James Munky Shaffer, Reginald Fieldy Arvizu, and David Silveria, all former members of L.A.P.D. The current lineup includes Shaffer on guitar, Arvizu on bass, Brian Head Welch on guitar, Jonathan Davis on vocals, and Ray Luzier on drums. Recognized as pioneers of the nu metal genre, Korn rose to fame with groundbreaking albums like Life Is Peachy, Follow the Leader, and Issues, all of which reached number one on the Billboard 200 chart. With a career that spans over two decades, Korn has released multiple gold and platinum albums, earning over 40 million record sales worldwide. The group has won two Grammy awards and received significant airplay for their innovative music videos, including Got the Life and Freak on a Leash. Their latest works include The Nothing and Requiem, continuing their legacy in heavy music.