He's a member of one of the world's biggest bands -- and, before that, he played alongside a true legend and as one-fifth of a pioneering thrash-punk group. Can you recognize him from this yearbook photo?

We'll give you a few more clues. He was born in Santa Monica, Calif., in 1964. Twenty-five years later he emerged on the national scene as a member of one of trash's most successful crossover bands. In 2003, after stints in several other successful groups, he got the call to join one of the most critically acclaimed and commercially successful bands in metal history.

What else can we tell you? He cuts such an imposing figure that his real-life doppelganger is one of pro wrestling's biggest stars, and he recently produced a film tribute to one of his musical heroes. Think you know who we're talking about? Click here to find out!

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