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System Of A Down "Aerials" - The Decomposer Lounge - Reaction & Composition Breakdown
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[@KeyOfGeebz]

Had to re-upload due to another block copyright strike because of using the music video in the breakdown - Ugg....

[@0x2A_]

I watched the original, refreshed to read the comments and it was gone :( Glad you got it back up though, SOAD has been one of my fav bands since I was about 11 :D

[@mebbin]

All good! It's running smooth now 👍🏻

[@xMtysx02]

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[@wolfgangengel4835]

Interesting that you asked how many guitar players they have. Actually they have just one. But when they play this song live, the lead singer also plays guitar.

[@darenmiller2218]

ANOTHER? Oh dude I hope you don’t get three of em. I thought you said after three you’re done.

[@mortmortmort8908]

Serj's voice is insanely powerful. The deep tone harmonizes incredibly well with Daron's high tone, and it really sounds like nothing else.

[@joelbeaulieu882]

wait tell he hears Rammstein

[@brajuhani]

I was at almost front seat listening to Serj perform with symphony orchestra, and holy shit... It was mindblowing.

[@penoyer79]

not to mention those lyrics... my goodness.

[@samuraikaito]

The blend between the harmonies of the two members really make this group special for me. That and the use of middle eastern instruments and progressions. Serj's voice is really operatic. My favorite moment from Serj and Daron is in Radio/Video.

[@mrsparkle9048]

The lead singer (Serj Tankian) has a 4 octave vocal range, registering from D2 to F5(-E6) as a High Baritone with classical training.

[@steffnar.509]

"I'm disrespectful to dirt!!"

[@davidofergals6947]

Fangirl.

[@VinEllis]

I love how this song has the opposite structure of most metal songs. The verse is loud and heavy and the chorus is soft and melodic.

[@Chirpysemperboy]

It definitely gives this tragic feel that you know was the goal of the song. It is supposed to be anguished, to feel tragic, to be sad. Because this is a song about losing your identity to the reality of life. Gives that feel of "another one has fallen to this. So we sing mournfully"

[@qwerty.4450]

Same deal with chop suey

[@davidphillips9726]

4 piece band. 1 guitar, 1 bass, 1 drums, 1 singer, guitarist does background vocals. I saw these guys headline Ozzfest in 02 with my wife, it was one of the single most mind-blowing live shows I've ever seen, and I've seen hundreds of shows.

[@Knivez84]

You’re lucky my man that was at their peak

[@kevinwilson455]

@@Knivez84 Their peak was the show they did in their home country, Armenia. SOAD got better with age.

[@soadfanbg]

@@kevinwilson455 I agree but somehow they got "bored". Their live performances lately are not what we've seen they CAN do.

[@tatzslim]

94 sed band fear factory is the band The introduced this sound to the world everybody heard it if you saw the original Mortal Kombat with Johnny Cage fought Scorpion and they went to hell zero signal is the name of that song

[@jesselee128able]

You can just tell my man hears music differently. Look at his body movements. Hes seeing the music

[@marlonmarquez4798]

he clearly knows what he is listening for. you can see him mentally sorting out the different parts of the song/melody/instrumentals.

[@chilesuicmez]

@@marlonmarquez4798 his eye movement is like a pendulum chasing the beat.

[@DBZ483]

ACID

[@foist101]

There are reactions from people purporting to be proficient with specific instruments that don't even point out or break down the parts geebz does.

[@domjfp]

I’m like this too, I love dissecting music it’s so amazing !

[@monkeyfarm]

yeah, SOAD and Alice in Chains have the two best harmony pairs IMO.

[@JungleScene]

yea I think I would agree with that.... in metal anyway.

[@tacticalhippieairsoft3604]

For the 90s mainstream bands, SOAD and AIC ftw 🤘

[@pr9551]

Linkin Park count?

[@strangemachines_]

Easily. And Chris cornell is the best solo harmony voice for a male. And the best female is Anneke van Giserbergen of The Gathering.

[@JCM5th]

been tryin to get him to do nutshell

[@JisooTurtleRabbitt]

Holy mountains by system of a down, the emotion in their voices gives you chills

[@paion87]

As Mount Ararat is their national symbol for 4000yrs and is in modern-day turkey

[@m.s.3121]

Aerials is one of my all time favorites of SoaD, just an epic song.

[@KaylaTeets]

Serj intended to be an opera singer and was told he wasn't good enough and look at him now... a massively successful musician in a metal band. I think they did him a favor by rejecting him and I hope they realize how much potential he has and what they lost/gave up.

[@tomasl.8806]

even did gig with Auckland philharmony, check the Elect the dead symphony

[@jenniferdennison8315]

Never knew that .. So amazing.. It's like the perfect example of how blessings come disgusted as a nightmare sometimes.. He was probably devastated when being rejected and look at the beautiful creativity born of going within and finding yourself.. Your soul.. Uhh soo grateful his voice is healing .. The vibration it emits . . clears the chakras..

[@rekrn12345]

The whole opera singer thing is just a myth and rumor. There is no basis for it at all.

[@joelbeaulieu882]

pretty sure he just went and told everyone on a podcast that he was just a activist and didn't really care how the songs sounds or what they where as long as he could get his message and words in there

[@faithlessfate]

Serj comes from a line of Cantors

[@tawilk]

wondering what his reaction would be like for Sugar. so odd, but so good.

[@marchmont5918]

Or “Mind” lol.

[@denverbasshead]

How about viscinity of obscinity hahahaah

[@wallclock4648]

@@denverbasshead LOL

[@thetheeser659]

Aerials is actually part of the song, originally it was 6.18 long but was split into two Aerials and Arto and Arto thus serving as an outro for the song. They are musically related and are actually written as a one song

[@Dido01239]

interesting

[@lihstephen]

Thanks for sharing this trivia!

[@djmir4]

This is the song that made me fall in love with SoaD. Went through their whole discography when I was a dish washer.

[@connorpost]

What were your favorites? I grew up on this stuff cause my parents loved them

[@djmir4]

@@connorpost I havent actively listened to them in quite some years but I'm definitely partial to their newer stuff, just cause I'm a fan of more melodic stuff and their earlier work is definitely more chaotic and intense, i enjoy it all though! But if I had to pick a few, B.Y.O.B., Violent Pornography, and Sad Statue.

[@connorpost]

@@djmir4 You’ve got taste my man. Toxicity, Spiders, Hypnotize and of course Chop Suey are my favs plus what you named

[@connorpost]

But honestly, most of the time I listen to them is when I’m running, all their stuff is pure catalyst for adrenaline

[@-.Germanicus.-]

@@connorpost their stuff is awesome when you're working out for sure

[@AkashaOConnell]

Spiders is one of my favs from them. So amazing.

[@cmillspa1]

I can't unhear the ending part where it sounds like Serj is swirling around a washing machine haha

[@sommerseeflimmern]

Oh yes 👍🏻

[@DickGozinya-zl2bd]

You've probably already seen it because it's a famous moment in their early career BUT, if you haven't, check out System performing "Spiders" (one of my favorite songs too) on Conan O'Brien.

[@bloodfox567]

The singer for SOAD is awesome. Listen to his song empty walls- Serj Tankian

[@ShonnDaylee]

I suggested the same. Great minds think alike.

[@mojosiesta9821]

Let's not forget charades as well, piano and rock version !

[@guyontheinternet6371]

This song os so good hopefully he sees this!!

[@enjoizfinezt2429]

You should do The Hu, a Mongolian rock band with their throat singing and origin instruments

[@SketchyMagpie]

He has, about 3 months ago! :)

[@sylvestercalzone1003]

I can’t be the only one who says ‘alright’ with him whenever he starts a song. 😂

[@carolynm.7530]

Lol.. I say this, plus big time Cheeee hooooo. I'm weird.....

[@jaredarmstrong7746]

You're spellin' it wrong. It's awwwright!! Haha

[@richtigersoan]

Cool catch-line

[@6ch6ris6]

back as a teenager the sheer power of this song totally blew me away. loved it so much

[@jojogpt]

Opeth - Eternal Rains Will Come. System of a Down - Question! Two very beautifully layered compositions. Question! is my favorite System song.

[@brett7733]

The bass in the beginning is so great. One of the things that drew me to this song

[@johnblack3204]

Another fun one since you're also starting to get into Buckethead is a Buckethead song called We are One with Serj on vocals

[@matthewfortune1746]

That’s a fun video!

[@SilviaAfurisita]

Yay, System were one of my favourite bands in highschool, I remember this song in particular blowing my mind! The melodies, the vocals, the heaviness! That being said, I still listen to them to this day, some songs are just timeless. Awwwright!

[@grfxman09]

This track has one of my favorite drum parts ever written. The cymbal work just flows... right down to that bell clap on the end. Gold

[@RobbieFitzgerald]

Daron the guitarist usually plays in Drop D, and one step down (Drop C). He likely played all of the parts in the studio but when they played this one live, the lead vocalist Serj plays too.

[@adampruitt6008]

It's usually drop C (majority of their music) and drop C#

[@joedallison1700]

Hey man! A couple of thoughts; First and most important, your coffee mug suggests you have a birthday somewhere around this time, happy returns! 😁 Secondly, super stoked you're going into SOAD, they're my go-to answer if anyone asks what my "favourite" band is (though I hate that question). If you want something a little softer to explore their vocal ranges and harmonies more, try "Lost In Hollywood". Have a good one 😁😁

[@jimbojones8978]

I'm here for the Tool stuff, but I LOVE System of a Down as well. Serj has a golden voice for sure. Seen them live a few times.

[@1949bug]

Geebz almost saw you head banging as a pure listener when the ‘bridge’ came in 🤪

[@ameliacharles2284]

Love this song. Not a big SOAD fan, but Aerials is special

[@yodaguy6956]

When this album came out I listened to it all the way through every day without fail for probably two years, never got sick of any of it

[@johnlittle8975]

Every time I hear this song I have to sing along.

[@rustyspigot1876]

This and Deftones "Minerva".

[@pitilessnightmare6879]

Me with every SOAD song haha

[@SIXXPMNOW]

I always love seeing the reaction of someone hearing the transition at the end of the first chorus.

[@shawntaylor7442]

At live shows Serj, lead singer, also plays guitar on this one. Mainly the power chord chug part

[@HardMrbug]

Really love the vocal harmonies on "Needles" and "Question!" by these guys.

[@CrimsonViper38]

Rick Rubin knows what he's doing.

[@ryanagee5540]

He's got 99 problems but production ain't one.

[@MegaCityGhost]

The production on Eminem's Revival and Metallica's Death Magnetic was horrible.

[@TheAlibabatree]

@@MegaCityGhost Yeah, he’s pretty awful. He worked on Smashing Pumpkins “Shiny” album and that was terrible too. The Johnny Cash albums sound good, but thats cause he didnt do anything lol. Supposedly he produced Deloused in the Comatorium, but ive never really believed it.

[@gminor6288]

Smashing Pumpkins aren't exactly great musicians. So he helped polish a few turds, don't mean he's terrible.

[@CMill78]

@@MegaCityGhost He sure killed it on the Chili Peppers albums.

[@scosstard3542]

So many memories with Toxicity, it is really a great album, can't believe it is 20 years old already :o! Please react to Dir En Grey - Vinushka when you have time :)

[@FinneousPJ1]

I think he would enjoy Macabre tabula rasa version

[@severallemmings]

Check out At the Drive-in sometime. The lead guitarist and singer from ATDI went on to form The Mars Volta.

[@cuteasxtreme]

It’s a deep cut but Transatlantic Foe would be killer

[@Eric998765]

I've been hoping Geebz does Sparta which also has some former members of At the Drive-in

[@severallemmings]

@@Eric998765 yeah I believe Sparta was the three members who didn't join the Mars Volta. they parted ways bc Omar and Cedric were getting more into drugs and psychedelic influences

[@ajfr1n9e51]

It was frustrating that both Mars Volta and Sparta were brilliant but just missing something, that thing being each other, At the Drive In were just so next level it's mind blowing, same thing with Refused tbh lol

[@xGUANdeLUPEx]

This song always drives tears up in me.

[@MikeDunn19]

Great video! Would love to hear your reaction to more System! “Highway Song”, “Stealing Society” or “Dreaming” would be my recommendations 🤟🏻

[@xerosthemonk]

Mmm...Dreaming is my favorite off of Hypnotize

[@maureenwagg5305]

This band has such epic vocals. I love love love this song. The video is very haunting.

[@jaeson05]

This song is impactful in many, many ways. Thanks for the breakdown!

[@carlosmetrebian7589]

I love your comments. Remember that Serj(lead vocal), and daron( backup singer and lear guitarist) create a great harmony through high and low picthes

[@fergarising1972]

I absolutely love this song. It is always great to hear your perspective on what we enjoy!

[@albertcabrejo]

What a beautiful song! My goodness. I can´t believe it has passed this much time since I heard it the last time. Good analysis, thank you.

[@arc6017]

Absolute perfect gem of a song! Great reaction!

[@tylerkraft41]

Loving this channel more and more every post!

[@josepablobaezalillo7970]

Everyday I look some of your videos, you always put a smile on my face, I'm grateful for that geebz, your charisma is unique ❤️

[@hasieretxaparekareaga3993]

This was a great video as always. You are one of the best, most informative people on the internet, and I can just tell how passionate and experienced you are with music. System of a Down is a great band, I'm glad you enjoyed their sound.

[@Renee_009]

YESSSSS. I've been waiting patiently for this one and this made my day!! You and I are probably in the same generation, and I'm having a great time watching you react to music I love and also discovering some new tracks with you. SOAD is an incredible band. Aerials is a personal favorite. Serj is an opera-trained vocalist, unless I stand corrected. If you like this group you must hear B.Y.O.B. and Chop Suey for some crazy sonic flips. May I also say that PLEASE continue to delve in depth and share your knowledge; that and your great personality are what we are here for... it's the magic of your channel. Kudos, sir!

[@DrUmEr7137]

“Chic n’ Stu” you won’t regret it

[@christ9359]

You should do Vicinity of Obscenity next!

[@leesutherland5734]

i love how you dissect songs...... songs that i already love become so much more when you explain how good my ear really is :) :) :)

[@Thecrooms]

One of my favorites, glad to see you are going down this path as well!

[@edwardcaine]

I like it when bands bring in their cultural(folk) music into other music.

[@joshwilmott9411]

i love how you make me rethink the music

[@Crosis89]

I rarely can relate to reactors but you actually say things that are new to me and open up my perspective. really good commentary. also you have an awesome personality, would gladly have a couple beers ( or coffees ) with you

[@sommerseeflimmern]

I sang along so many times. Great song

[@gray1153]

Love your vids! Tool and and System of a Down are my two favorite bands and it’s awesome to see you appreciate them in this way!

[@carrieallen4432]

I really enjoyed your commentary on one of my favorite songs. Thanks!

[@kurtluger]

Dude. Your the best because you admit what you are doing and give props (links) to everything and everyone involved. Not like all the others (esp because you have talent). Much respect!!!! Keep it up!

[@evesanchez1809]

OMG... System... so damn epic. Absolute favorite band!

[@bryanb1103]

Great video! Love the channel Geebz

[@willthomas5953]

One of my fav. Songs by them

[@carolynm.7530]

I love System of a Down, they are so unique in their compositions and the vocalist just showers his complexities within the song. I was turned on to them by a friend at work who made a playlist for me and I was hooked. Kudos to you Geebz for an accurate interpretation of the song. Much love to you for your expertise in analyzing music!!!

[@justinlast2lastharder749]

Look up Bad Acid Trip. System isn't really unique, just the ones that made it big with the style.

[@carolynm.7530]

@@justinlast2lastharder749 I'll ✅ that band out. 👍

[@BlindRiott]

I like your style, thank you for digging a bit deeper. Into the structure and history, it is much appreciated.

[@KeyOfGeebz]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@gentoolive]

I love these guys.

[@nikkipaterovic7038]

Can't wait for that Septic Flesh reaction! Been listening to them for 20 years now. My favourite band from my home country. Keep up the great work there! Aloha!

[@forktrus]

HAHAHAHA -- this is the first video of yours I've seen since you added the new intro! YEEEEEEEAAAAAAH!!! AWWWWWWWW RIGHT!! Love your channel man! SOOOOOO good!!! HAHA -- fire!

[@jeffsanders3864]

Geebz...I love what you do. There are certain artists that touch me in a way that I can't describe (I have no extensive musical background) and it's so cool to see you break them down in a technical way. I know you probably have hundreds of requests to decompose but I will throw this band/singer in the ring....Brittany Howard of the Alabama Shakes and the song "Don't Wanna Fight." I love Tool, I love Radiohead and I love System of a Down and the blues-rock style of the Shakes just puts a smile on my face.

[@CerexFlikex]

Thank you, I love this song so much!

[@nikopantalloni7916]

You're great man, keep up the good work. 👍

[@ThiccOleCat]

This is one of those songs that it doesn't matter where I am, I will always sing along to every word.

[@richardchacon1330]

Another great reaction. I’m here for it.

[@richardchacon1330]

Great call on the cultural harmonies , also noted the “Japanese” theory scale.

[@chrismontaigne6288]

Keep smiling we are growing so fond of you brother

[@sabrinascarlet6559]

This song was my ringtone for years.

[@tjd3826]

Great breakdown! This song has been with me for basically my whole life, and the toxicity album was the first thing my mom ever put on for me, so hearing other people talk about it, especially you, is such a wonderful experience. There is also this Tunisian artist called 'Emel' who did a beautiful cover of this song. If you ever feel like talking about a more relaxed and calm song i strongly recommend either her version or a cover of an Iranian song called "holm" that she has also done. Have a great day !

[@separator94]

Great video. Keep 'em coming. Looking forward to more Radiohead. Also, I was the one who recommended Boards of Canada. Arguably the best ambient/experimental band ever. My recommendations were *"Dawn Chorus"* , *"Everything You Do is a Balloon"* , and *"1969"* . I still stand by those. They have a lot of brilliant songs but those are really good ones to start off with. Really hope you give them a chance.

[@ankite6381]

Amazing to see someone discover SOAD so many years later, and a refreshing take as usual! I request you to do the song Lady Fantasy: Encounter / Smiles for You / Lady Fantasy by the prog rock band Camel. I think you'd enjoy it immensely!

[@darrengee936]

Daron and Serj harmonies just hit different

[@lorebroker52]

Serj Tankian is such a good singer. Still want you to do something by Godspeed You! Black Emperor. Perhaps the song Storm?

[@DaniDagerman]

The first movement of the song is already worth it

[@connorpost]

He truly is, I’ve never had a song hit me like a truck like B.Y.OB.

[@CraigKeidel]

Rockets Fall on Rocket Falls for me! Just saw GYBE live only a few years ago and I can't wait to see them again. Absolutely phenomenal

[@Beppit]

glad to see you doing more system of a down music : )

[@Dismas444]

Glad you enjoyed this one dude. I highly recommend you check out their tune Toxicity which, along with Chop Suey, the track that shot them to fame.

[@Haxxwell]

Loved every part of this vid

[@pomat22]

123k subs. Well done you definitely deserve it. Greetings

[@tonybass_6802]

Amazing song, one of my favorite, when I see the video I knew I'll watch it

[@swingonthespiral]

Same producer as the Johnny Cash album with Hurt on it.

[@ericgonzalez1965]

You're awesome man💯

[@letmethinkaboutitk]

Fair to Midland. They were signed to System of a Downs label imprint or whatever. The song Vice/ Versa is a great place to start. Or that whole album..... Love your channel dude!

[@Nursesaids]

Oh YES PLEASE DO FAIR TO MIDLAND!! ❤

[@kaspermwh]

you are a nice guy. ive seen a lot of your reaction videos now. Your community has good taste B)

[@dustinm2364]

I absolutely love what you do. Again, requesting a video for you to play that keyboard :)

[@blakebauer2722]

No mention of the sitar? Serj's voice is definitely iconic!

[@michaelh1173]

Hello! Please do "Pyramid Song" by Radiohead and "Palace Posy" by Boards of Canada. Thank you! (I'm still here)

[@veevamm3642]

Radiohead 🎶😍please!

[@ourtinywindows]

Pyramid Song is a great choice.

[@rafanj824]

"Subterranean Homesick Alien" is so interesting to Geebz decompose it, so good!!!

[@CherryScorn]

Oooh boards of canada! Good choice, I remember getting into them in my teens thinking "mmm this sounds interesting" after david firth used beware the friendly stranger for salad fingers 😄

[@nellax8314]

love this song!!!

[@Banntodile]

My favorite band right thereeee

[@warzone64]

i love the secret track after ariels called arto, its an instrumental Armenian funeral chant

[@ianadineva3681]

Hey ,you are soul.Thank you for your reaction from Bulgaria 👏❤️

[@apotofpie1403]

One of my favorite track’s is Scale The Summit + Atlas Novus

[@z3r0n3ss]

Not sure if you are into doing collabs, but it would be so fun to see a collab of you and The Charismatic Voice.

[@socalnitro]

Love this song no cap

[@RileyMerlino]

One of my favorites by these guys. I recommend Question! It starts in 9/8 on acoustic

[@skyshroudsrelics7909]

Coheed and Cambria - No World for Tomorrow or 21:13 or Dark Sentencer Either one of these would be great to get into these guys. The lead singer is so unique.

[@ajfr1n9e51]

Claudio is God level