Viza

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Viza
Background information
Also known as	Visa (2000–2009)
Origin	Los Angeles, California
Genres	Alternative metal experimental rock hard rock gypsy punk world music
Years active	2000–2014 2017–present
Labels	Serjical Strike Records, Architects of Melody Records, SoundsUP records
Past members	K'noup Tomopoulos Shant Bismejian Andrew (Antranig) Kzirian Alexan Khatcherian Chris Daniel Jivan Gasparyan Jr.
Website	experienceviza.com

Viza (stylized as VI·ZA; formerly known as Visa) is an American rock band from Los Angeles, California, formed in 2000. The band is inspired by traditional Armenian and Greek music that include instruments like the oud and duduk. The band has released various EPs and full-length albums.^[1] The band has recorded and performed with Serj Tankian of System of a Down, who managed the band.