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Questions about Jonathan Davis

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When and where was Jonathan Davis born?

Jonathan Howsmon Davis was born in Bakersfield, California on the 18th of January 1971. His childhood began with severe asthma that forced him into the hospital every month from age three to ten.

What job did Jonathan Davis hold at sixteen years old?

At sixteen, Davis worked as an assistant coroner in Kern County while living inside funeral homes. The job exposed him to dead babies and children who died after finding their parents' drug stashes.

How did the band Korn get its name from Jonathan Davis?

Davis proposed the spelling Corn as a reference to the horror film Children of the Corn before changing it to KoЯn to reflect their unique identity. This transition marked the beginning of their pioneering role in the nu metal genre.

Which album did Jonathan Davis release through Sumerian Records in 2018?

Black Labyrinth followed on the 25th of May 2018 released through Sumerian Records. The writing process started back in 2007 while touring and his first single called What It Is arrived in January 2018.

Why does Jonathan Davis play bagpipes in his music?

Bagpipes entered his musical identity through a scene in Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan where Mr Scott played Amazing Grace on Great Highland bagpipes at Spock's funeral. His grandmother gave him his first set before he joined the Highland High School pipe band.

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