Sum 41

Canadian rock band renowned for blending pop-punk energy with metal influences, formed in Ajax, Ontario.Formed in 1996, Sum 41 rose to fame in the early 2000s with their breakthrough album 'All Killer No Filler' (2001). The band has released seven studio albums, survived major lineup changes and health crises, and continues to tour globally. Known for hits like 'Fat Lip' and 'In Too Deep,' they've sold over 15 million records worldwide.
  • The band's name originated because they formed 41 days into summer vacation in 1996.
  • Lead vocalist Deryck Whibley nearly died in 2014 from alcohol-related organ failure, documented in the album '13 Voices' (2016) about his recovery.
  • Original guitarist Dave 'Brownsound' Baksh left in 2006 citing creative differences but rejoined in 2015 after Whibley's health crisis.
  • Their music shifted toward heavier metal influences after touring with bands like Iron Maiden, notably in the album 'Chuck' (2004) inspired by war-torn Congo.
  • Drummer Frank Zummo replaced founding member Steve Jocz in 2015, marking the band's most significant lineup change.