Fear Factory is an American industrial metal band from Los Angeles, founded in 1989. Known for their powerful blend of metal and electronic sounds, the band has released ten studio albums and influenced the evolution of industrial metal. Over the years, Fear Factory has experienced numerous lineup changes, with guitarist Dino Cazares as the only remaining original member. Former vocalist Burton C. Bell was a consistent presence for over three decades until 2020. Despite periods of hiatus and legal disputes among members, Fear Factory has continued to release acclaimed albums, including Mechanize, The Industrialist, Genexus, and Aggression Continuum. The band has performed at major festivals like Ozzfest and Gigantour, achieved several charting singles and albums, and sold over a million records in the United States.