Sum 41 is a Canadian rock band that was founded in 1996 in Ajax, Ontario. The original line-up consisted of singer and guitarist Deryck Whibley, guitarist Dave Baksh, bassist Jason McCaslin and drummer Steve Jocz. Known for their energetic live performances and their blend of pop-punk, punk rock and alternative rock, the band achieved worldwide fame in the early 2000s.
Their breakthrough came in 2001 with the multi-platinum album "All Killer No Filler", which included the hit "Fat Lip". The song, which is characterised by its catchy melody and rebellious lyrics, became a figurehead of the pop-punk era. Further successful singles such as "In Too Deep" and "Motivation" cemented Sum 41's reputation as one of the leading bands in the pop-punk scene. Their next album, "Does This Look Infected?" (2002), built on this success and showed a harder, more aggressive musical direction.
Over the course of their career, Sum 41 have undergone several stylistic transformations that reflect their versatility and musical growth. Albums such as 'Chuck' (2004), named after a UN peacekeeper who rescued the band during a conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo, and 'Underclass Hero' (2007) explore more serious and political themes. Despite line-up changes and personal challenges, including Whibley's battle with alcohol addiction, the band remained creative and relevant. Their comeback album "13 Voices" (2016) and most recent work "Order in Decline" (2019) show that Sum 41 continues to be a powerful presence in rock music, inspiring fans worldwide.
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