System of a Down vs. Deftones – Classic Cage Match

Are you down for more System of a Down? It appears so, as 'Chop Suey' has advanced in the most recent Classic Cage Match, earning a decisive victory of Drowning Pool's 2001 breakout single 'Bodies.' The frenetic, tongue-twisty rocker now moves on with a band that was also garnering much love and respect back in 2001.

Their Classic Cage Match opponent is none other than the Deftones, with the less frenetic but more grungier track 'Back to School (Mini Maggit).' The track initially appeared as 'Pink Maggit' on the 'White Pony' disc before this altered version turned up on the album's re-release and was issued as a single in 2001.

So give both tracks a listen in the players provided. Rock them out, sample them and then let your fingers click on which track you want to see advance in the poll below.

(This Classic Cage Match will run until Friday, Sept. 12, at 2PM ET. Fans can vote once per hour! So come back and vote often to make sure your favorite song wins!)

System of a Down, 'Chop Suey'

Deftones, 'Back to School (Mini Maggit)'

Rules of Classic Cage Match:


Classic Cage Match songs must be at least 10 years old. Fans can vote once per hour for their favorite song. If a band remains the reigning champ for four straight cage matches, they are entered into the Loudwire Classic Cage Match Hall of Fame. With so many great songs out there, we have to give other bands a chance!