Serj Tankian on System of a Down's Creative Tension and Hiatus | Soul Boom

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Serj Tankian of System of a Down opens up to Rainn Wilson about the band's creative dynamics and the reasons behind their hiatus. Serj discusses the challenges of touring, his need for a break, and how the band members have maintained their friendship and respect over the years. Tune in to hear insights on the balance between artistic expression and personal well-being from one of rock's most influential voices.
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[@MechaBorne]

This is the weirdest combination of things from my childhood and I'm here for it

[@vovahimself]

Chop suey is not a joke Jim!

[@macaron3141592653]

Its crazy cause I was introduced to system of a down and The Office at the same exact time.

[@lukewilliam3601]

Yeah I thought this was an AI creation at first.

[@1ZosoLZ]

Lmao yeah I was like “wait wtf?”

[@Freddy_Confetti]

“I’m here for it” lol

[@leviathon18]

thats probably very fustrating for the other guys who want to do albums and touring but their hands are tied and serj is very unique lead singer and his voice is so recognizable they cant replace him either.

[@200zero]

Yeah, I can't imagine how much music Daron must've made within the 10 years. I know a lot of them went into both Scars album's I really wish Serj would just go along with it and make one more album before they are way too old to do anything anymore Ffs I have to see them live once before it's too late

[@Oxtorayk]

Mike Patton for SOAD!

[@BurandonHeat]

They tend to be at Sick New World in Vegas every year if you want to see them

[@johndcoffee632]

@@Oxtorayk I'm getting a semi just thinking about that...

[@waltervanrooyen6169]

Should read Serj's new memoir book he just released. Goes deep into this and alot more about his life. Highly recommend!

[@Lucky13777]

Wow, Serj has such a pleasant voice to listen. He should be a narrator :)

[@Kyle11011]

Yeah, of a band called System of a Down

[@baronvonpenguin6112]

He narrates the audiobook of his own memoir and he does an amazing job.

[@synthsolutionmusic]

unfortunately his ego prevents any new album from SOAD at a time when it is sorely needed

[@Christopher-md7tf]

Or a singer, maybe

[@arturos.l.2248]

​@@synthsolutionmusicThe band would be absolutely perfect without Darons whiny ass

[@OVERSKULL87]

Never thought these two would ever cross paths. What a wonderful timeline we live in.

[@brandonsiecker]

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[@curseyoujordanshow]

I'm sad they still haven't and probably never will release another album, but I've gotta say, his philosophy is pretty hard to argue with. There's more to life than just cranking out more content.

[@bburchibanez2]

It’s always bitter sweet when one of your favorite bands can’t really write together anymore. Obviously we all want more System or at least did for a long time. Now we can look back and say “they are one of my favorite bands, and while their time was short, not a second was wasted”. Their discography is rock solid start to finish, and it will always represent that time on this planet perfectly to me.

[@avatarofdeath]

I get where Serj is coming from, and he's earned the ability to have that outlook. It's unfortunate as fans or as his bandmates, but he's allowed his perception and view point.

[@mellistotheMAX]

Agreed. He has every right to stop making art and criticize other artists with dripping condescension. It just makes consuming his work less fun!

[@JeremyCoolDude]

Honestly though, We've got 5 whole incredible albums to appreciate forever. I'm in the camp of quit while you're ahead. I'm sure that if SOAD continued putting out albums they'd get worse and worse, and then we'd get to a place where everybody is wishing for the glory days again. I think it was smart of Serj to end it when he did. Aside from that, Serj himself put our several albums that scratched my SOAD itch, in addition do Daron's Scars on Broadway stuff. I don't think we've lost anything.

[@cjlister8508]

I can completely understand where he is coming from. Shame that they will probably never come to the UK for a one off show, but Im glad I got to see them back when I did in like 2007.

[@brunomaia3186]

I never realized it's been that long since they last toured in Europe. Definitely happy I've seen them in 2010. Had tickets to see them live again in 2020, but then COVID happened :X

[@alexb151]

Doubt they will ever do a full tour but it's possible they could visit for a festival.

[@MattFeige11]

Huge Daron/Serj fan here. I think this was the best possible solution to not make another album. System has a flawless catalog and they are one if not the only hard rock band of their generation to not put out sub-par music after their prime. As a side note it would be cool if they incorporated a couple Scars On Broadway songs into the show as well as some of Serj's solo hits like "Empty Walls" or "Sky Is Over". That would spice things up alot.

[@trashyraccoon2615]

When you say lalalalala Stoner Hate has got your back!

[@ryline666]

I wouldn't call their catalogue flawless with 'Lonely Day' on one of their albums. Such a bad song.

[@trashyraccoon2615]

@@ryline666 Actually the song itself is fairly strong. It’s just the lyrics that are so bad, I don’t really get what’s going on there

[@ryline666]

@@trashyraccoon2615 That's fair, and I do like the guitar solo. The lyrics are some of the worst I've ever heard from a band I love.

[@MattFeige11]

@@ryline666 I love that song. I love them all.

[@Garnoo]

The people criticizing Serj and saying that he should just "suck it up" have obviously never been in a similar situation and most likely have no idea about the sort of time investment it takes to be in such a band. Imagine you're a talented creative person, you spend decades of your life building this huge brand and whenever you come up with ideas, you're kindly asked to step aside and let someone else run the show. Sure, you can do it, might even be fun for a while, but at a certain point all those ideas pile up and you remember that you are a talented creative person and your goal isn't to spend your entire life fulfilling someone else's vision. With that in mind you start asking for more creative input (in the band that you helped build) and if that gets denied, the next best thing you ask for is time for yourself to pursue those ideas elsewhere. This is actually extremely common in most bands and it usually leads to people either leaving, being thrown out or the band breaking up. Remember that those people owe us absolutely nothing so the fact that SOAD managed to put their differences aside in order to still perform live should be appreciated instead of criticized

[@MothmanCold]

We don’t owe them a thing either. They have Made excuses for not trying longer than they even tried in the first place. They should feel grateful people even show up at this point. They turned a great band into a side show event 15 years before they had to.

[@RubexQewb]

Indeed . A lot of bands i love , members have left either cuz of family or they wanna pursue other goals or flat out burnout which I totally get . I know for a fact I would never be able to tour every year if I was in a band especially with my separation anxiety, I’d do it once for a year and scratch it off my bucket list and do something else but would definitely still be making my own music on the side but as a hobby .

[@SilentBob731]

@@MothmanCold Your sense of entitlement is impressive.

[@MothmanCold]

@@SilentBob731 I don’t feel entitled to anything they can quit yesterday for all I care. I own their one good album.

[@Tyrant175]

Oh, shut up

[@colinlewis4637]

I'm just glad I got to see them live before their hiatus. Their music transcends generations. My 12 year old son loves their stuff. I'm still holding out hope for a new album some day.

[@kasparsberzins4055]

There won't be new record. Unfortunately soad lost creativity somehow and new songs were never written. You can listen to Daron Malakian and Scars on Brodway.

[@stevenbarnes3116]

Holy crap it's Serj!! I remember seeing soad live at Leeds festival 2003!

[@SoulBoom]

🤘🤘

[@Kristiancarvajal410]

SO LUCKY!!

[@acegreyer]

I remember them stopping the set because people were getting crushed at the front..

[@ChristopherFoxglove]

Yessss. I got to ‘em in 2005 on the Mesmerize tour. So good.

[@rickoneillable]

@@acegreyeryeah I remember that too. I was there. My dad called me the next morning because he was worried

[@jagajazzin]

I met him and the band on the Sno-Core tour with Incubus back in 2000. I still have the pictures, my glorious bowl cut and all

[@HARLEYKRS]

Lost my tooth in the pit at that tour in Hollywood

[@ryankelly3784]

Was at the Asbury park stop of that tour . So sick

[@Nebelhom]

I read snore-core and I thought I found a musical oxymoron 😅

[@adamwal4591]

Mr.Bungle was the best part of that tour

[@jagajazzin]

@@adamwal4591 To be fair, Mr. Bungle is by default always the best part of anything that involves Mr. Bungle

[@luigi24908800]

I've never heard this man speak and I was totally captivated

[@peterogrodnick5693]

Definitely gonna get a copy of his book, I’m sure it’s a terrific read.

[@soldierside365]

Mine’s currently en route. I treated myself to the signed version as he’s been a huge part of my life musically, but also as an Armenian growing up in the UK. I know it’s just a squiggle on a page, but it means a lot

[@king_bric]

I got to see them back in 2007 or 2008 in Fresno, CA. They went on hiatus shortly after that tour. By far, the best concert I ever went to

[@brandonjohnson191]

I saw them at Ozzfest 2002, in Chicago, and they sucked live, love the band, but have no desire to see them play again.

[@king_bric]

@@brandonjohnson191 Maybe they were having an off day/performance?

[@brandonjohnson191]

@@king_bric Yea, that's possible, but I never cared to go see them again afterwards. Still love their music though.

[@joshuafult84]

Nice and it was 2006

[@CptWhit3y]

Not a fan of System of a Down (just never could get into it) BUT I've always enjoyed hearing Serj speak. He appears to be thoughtful person.

[@DEATHbyHEMLOCK]

He kind of alluded to it, but I think the touring is harder on him than the others because he's the vocalist, and it's harder to maintain your voice and health at a performance level, especially with all the screaming he does. Maynard James Keenan did an interview with Rick Beato where he explained how most of his time touring is spent around a self care routine so that he can maintain his voice, while the other guys playing instruments can go out and eff around for the day and drink beers and be ready to play with little to no prep. People think it's not hard to be a vocalist, but it's easy to wear out your voice and then you can't deliver the performance the audience wants.

[@wobblynoggin]

This was why Queen allowed individuals to present their compositions and then decide how to collaborate. It helps to be diplomatic, too.

[@dragonmuhsack4358]

-2005 in Hampton, VA and 2006 in Virginia Beach (ozzfest).. definitely two of the best shows I've been to_ a lot of love for Serj, Daron, Shavo, and John.. wherever they are

[@FireMrshlBill]

I never got to see them. Was excited when they were lined up to play at (maybe even headline?) Lunatic Luau, but they ended up cancelling a few tour dates including that show. 1999 or 2000 I think.

[@jeffcunningham9868]

I was at that Hampton show! They were so damn good that night.

[@drewbacca1981]

I was there too, they really killed it that day!

[@dezbro79]

I have a lot of respect for Serj. He's very level-headed. A shame they couldn't collaborate and create new music.

[@johndcoffee632]

Sucks man, wish everyone could find some way of it working out. System hit big when i was 13 and playing guitar 8 hours a day, i devoured their albums, queued up to get Steal this Album before school so i could listen to it all day on my discman. Then when i was 18 they just disappeared, such a waste of potential. Being in a band myself i can't imagine how hurtful it would be for someone to say 'i just don't want to make art with you anymore', but i also understand Serj's point of he doesn't feel like he can express himself creatively when Daron is so set his artistic vision. In another universe there's been 5 more System albums and i'm happier for it

[@WaaDoku]

I'm thinking the same thing. Stopping the band at the peak of their momentum for personal reasons that had nothing to do with family or medical stuff must have seemed pretty selfish to the other members. But I think there was a whole history of miscommunication between the band members for at least a decade that we don't know about that lead to this point where Serj decided to stop working with the other guys. It's sad but I also don't think that SoaD would work without Daron and Serj together. Maybe if the band knew early enough about Serj's artistic aspirations they could've looked for a new lead singer but how do you replace someone like Serj Tankian? That's impossible. It is what it is. Can't turn back time. It's sad because System of a Down have made and could've made even more paradigm shifting art as a band with Serj's and Daron's writing and composing combined with Shavo's incredible music videos. There's probably a parallel universe where Tool's and SoaD's fates are reversed and a new SoaD album was released in 2019.

[@kasparsberzins4055]

Album, tour, album tour it is so tiring. You can listen to Scars on Broadway.

[@VitaEx]

So glad to here serj is doing well sounds like he is in a great headspace also while he said he can’t speak for the other band members compared to other bands later in their careers and after struggles it’s nice to hear they seem to be finding their own way and still got love for eachother much much respect for these guys

[@Rextum]

To be honest, most even great bands get gradually stale and tired after their first 5-6 albums. The way I look at it is, SOAD never had the chance to get boring. Whenever they get back and do a show or two, the fans love it and cherish it because it ain’t like KISS doing their hundreth Fake-Farewell tour. Every show has meaning, every show is special. If they were to get back together, who knows, maybe they could do Toxicity part two or another Mesmerize/Hypnotize… maybe… but probably not. So, kudos to this band for not oversaturating the market. Respect!

[@spagomelette280]

Holy smokes my favourite hammer weilding superhero has a podcast! Feel for Serj in his situation, 20+ years of touring and creating in one social space must be incredibly taxing. I hope people can seperate their want for art and the wants of the artist. Huge love from the UK ❤

[@kylearpke4945]

It would be awesome if albums without tours were more lucrative for bands. Even if they don't tour, just getting back into the studio and recording a new album would be awesome.

[@NattyIce100]

This band meant everything to me in my teenage years. Still listen to them all the time. Such a shame that they couldn't straighten out their differences. I can't knock Serj for simply wanting to take a little time off to enjoy his personal life. At least we were able to get five great albums to enjoy.

[@markusszelbracikowski956]

It's a relationship like any other. If they all don't feel the same way, it can't work. And that's ok

[@TxxT33]

I love Serj Tankian and I love SOAD and what they stand for

[@user-mt5lj8ot3h]

All except one of them.

[@TxxT33]

@@user-mt5lj8ot3h which is?

[@brandonnabhan3366]

I’m eternally grateful to System of a Down for getting me through my teenage years

[@nikhil_k]

Sounds like a great conversation! Will definitely check out the full version. Subscribed!!

[@SoulBoom]

Awesome, thank you!

[@werideatdusk]

We as fans should be grateful they even exist still. People change and tensions grow. The life of a touring musician can be hellish and destructive and im sure he has very deep reasons for wanting to slow down on touring. Meanwhile they havent figured out how to collaborate as songwriters, but maybe they willl.

[@DavidDOquendo]

Watch the full interview. It’s amazing.

[@SoulBoom]

So glad you enjoyed! 💥

[@Gradam88]

OMG, I can't believe the original drummer from Vesuvius has a podcast!

[@twennysebben]

I'm glad they haven't had to resort to the typical fate of most bands that have been around for a while, which is the "county fair circuit." I saw Joan Jett and the Blackhearts a few years back at a county fair and realized she's been singing the same songs for literal decades, and I couldn't imagine how tiring that would be after a while. I respect that Serj doesn't want that for himself.

[@cfu5305]

Such a patient gentleman

[@muckurhand68]

I'm so happy I got to see SOAD live. Man what a show they put on. Korn opened up for them too!

[@mastershake8018]

They are so good live. Saw them in 2017 with the Deftones opening, who were great too.

[@joesphschramm3754]

If it's getting together and performing with each other, having some beers and laughs is one thing. But the redundancy part is true. If you're not creating new music and touring(like Jane's Addiction) that's gotta be boring and exhausting. If you are bringing new material and collaborating and creating like the Black Crows are, that's refreshing and exciting. Hang it up when you're done.

[@sir_charles_iii5154]

SOD will always be one of my favorite bands

[@JeffBee1]

What an absolutely weird and wonderful combination. Rainn Wilson interviewing Serj. I gotta check out the whole thing.

[@ileutur6863]

As someone who's stuck with bandmates who don't want to play live, yes it sucks and its frustrating.

[@SkydrawnIV]

I must respect Serj being upfront with what he wants, for better or worse. Still - Australia is a must for System soon, last show was the very beginning of 2012 :(

[@SyluxGaming13]

Had no idea you were podcasting sir. Subbed! Long time fan from Canada, cant wait to catch up on the episodes 🤘

[@atomic_chill8418]

I immediately remembered John's quote from the Toxicity feature. "I don't have those [sleeping] problems. Serj sleeps maybe one night out of a three month tour."

[@Sekyno]

Incredible duo

[@AVM-Music]

I respect the shit out of that As individuals you don’t have to do anything you don’t want to do. You owe it to yourself to give yourself the life that is best for you. I respect the political views of both guys and I can fully appreciate how it can lead to creative and personal differences. Vibe is tribe

[@thatsnodildo1974]

I understand and respect Serj. I get the whole thing because when you have that dynamic that wants one thing and you want another and you cant agree it makes things difficult. Me personally id love to have just one more album and leave it on a high note. But im cool with current SOAD, Scars on Broadway and Serjs current albums.

[@user-ul1so8lf3k]

You 💯, can not replace that voice.

[@samvimes9510]

As much as I miss SOAD, I don't want them coming back if Daron has all the control. Just listen to their two newest songs, Protect the Land and Genocidal Humanoidz. They sound like Scars on Broadway songs, and honestly I don't like Daron's style of music. He had way more control in Mezmerize/Hypnotize and those albums suffered for it. Serj has always been very eclectic, in Toxicity and Steal This Album you heard _many_ different styles of songs. Daron only knows one style of music. It's not _bad_ by any means, but it all runs together and sounds very samey.

[@DefThrone]

I think System's best work is on Steal This Album! I get that the band wants to be more of rockstars, but what has made them stick out to me are songs like Question!, Innervision, Streamline, and Aerials. These incredibly heavy songs with beautiful harmonies and lyrics that are spiritual or political. I remember listening to Toxicity for the first time as a kid and trying to figure out what flashlight reveries were, or what sacred silence was.

[@Houselesshenry]

I liked album 1

[@MiketheEye]

All of their solo stuff is respectable in their own right but together as SOAD none of their stuff comes close. It's seriously elevated work.

[@kolesteele4242]

Omg, can Serj please do audio book readings. Also I think he owns the grand Budapest Hotel. Lol

[@waltervanrooyen6169]

he just released his memoir book and narrates it on audible. was excellent.

[@Ryy_Ryy]

I can't blame a musician for not wanting to just play the hits over and over and over and over and over and over and over. Sleeping in a bus just to wake up in a new city to do the same thing. Mentally exhausting I'm sure. Especially after 20 years.

[@WorldMind]

Still waiting for them to drop their live album from Toronto.

[@ashscott6068]

I knew they were going to have problems when I heard the double album when it first came out. Most of the songs on Steal This Album were recorded during the Toxicity sessions and never made it onto the album. And look how many of them have Daron singing on them. Then you get the double album, and Daron is not only doing some vocals, he's doing the main vocals in a lot of places, and is turned up way, WAY too loud in the mix all over the place. Like...his voice is fucking penetrating! He doesn't need to be loud, his voice cuts through. But there are places where he's so loud, you can barely hear the rest of the band. It really looks like there was a power struggle between two guys who want to be the frontman.

[@SVoltage1]

You gotta love him.

[@fredericbilodeau6758]

I'd be down for new music even if they don't tour.

[@troyrush79]

If we were to get 1 more Soad album i think it would be a great finishing touch on an incredible career for the band.

[@Qurisx]

That's honestly so dope

[@maggiephantom]

Wow I'm glad I seeing this video. I love both this men! Both really talented people

[@joealred4312]

Never thought I'd see these two interact

[@2010georgian1]

I always loved SOAD, but a week ago I actually listened to the Discogaphy, Toxicity is obv my fav album but what a band...

[@sammybowker7823]

FUUUUCK I'm so bummed I'll probably never get to see them live.

[@trevordick272]

I don’t know why they couldn’t come to an arrangement where the rest of the band write, produce and tour behind a new album, and Serj maybe guests on a few songs. Maybe hits a tour stop or three on occasion. The energy from the rest of the band would still be undeniably System, but no pressure on Serj to be full time. Could be interesting.

[@Dippedwithsweet]

Omg the soul boom is the thunder after the Rainn very cool

[@Cinephileofmany]

I still think they could make something amazing. The fact that they haven’t create a new album In 15 years is just pointless. They were the best!

[@ToastedPanda]

Let’s be honest SOAD will never be what we want them to be anymore, it’s been to far in between since they’ve created any new music. The hits are hits but that’s just it. It’s over sorry world ❤

[@joshuafult84]

It makes sense you wouldn't want to tour a lot especially when you don't have new material

[@whitestuff10]

I absolutely see Dwight painting his living room to Chop Suey.

[@alexsharp5465]

Rain interviewing Serj!?!?!?! This is crazy!

[@jodybriggs1075]

Im 41and in a very occasional dad band. We only do one or two gigs a year just for fun. The idea of touring sounds like a massive, drainging hassle, even at even my age and Serj is in his mid 50s.

[@wavybaby999]

This man is solid 😎

[@tylerparker3024]

A new soad album would just complete my life at this point.... hint hint

[@PeteHahn94]

Can we please get a SOAD show on the East Coast

[@alphatrion100]

I understand needing some distance from a band after so much time. Also not feeling the passion of the earlier years i think is normal.

[@K_FI_L_Y_P_S_O]

I think it's pretty clear now we aren't getting another full-length SOAD album and its depressing. I can see why they're on a hiatus but it still sucks.

[@3wheelslifelonglivetheatc559]

Love that he recently did a song with the cost band the drummer is absolutely insane at drumming

[@miniharez]

I can see why he likes doing a one off show. They aren’t hurting for money and it’s what it takes for him to be happy then the band has to respect that. Bands are like marriages, but with more people involved 😅

[@matthewinzer2477]

Never thought I'd see these Two in the same room......did the bombs drop? Am I dead? Lol

[@TheRumbles13]

Didnt know this existed! Subbed

[@shanetaylor761]

I know it's not the whole issue but i can't judge any one who doesn't want to tour after back surgery. Alot of people would even call that smart. One thing I've learned is a noticeable percentage of older people who are jerks, have chronic ban pain. That ish will change your life. Also personally I'd take new music over touring 9/10.

[@d3ath_realm]

alright now come do that one show in LA :)

[@mikeyhodge6191]

I think the real answer is the fear of a flop or being ripped apart by the internet. Why risk the business model they have as a legacy act? They play huge crowds at festivals still.

[@sgt.skibby570]

Suuuch a good podcast! And first!

[@SoulBoom]

Welcome to soul boom! 💥

[@Wilbanks_Music]

I don't know why this came up on my suggestions. I didn't think Rainn Wilson was funny or smart... I just didn't care. I think statements like "changed my life" are usually cheap desires to connect with celebrities. But being a fly on the wall for this conversation was nothing short of Beautiful. I feel better and motivated after watching this. I hope you do to.

[@87Tempests]

Its so frustrating. They make masterpieces when they get together, but their hands are tied if he says no...😢

[@flanaj2]

I love how candid he is. He would make a terrible president.

[@Mouth_Full_of_Spiders]

And this is how I find out Fishboy has a podcast.

[@harveycryst222]

“Darin’s vocals are giving me a headache!” - B.H.

[@Houselesshenry]

He's the worst

[@harveycryst222]

@@Houselesshenry when Bradley said it, I howled with laughter. 😂

[@KevsShwaShwa]

There’s nothing wrong with evolution. He probably wants to bring more classical elements in and really go the Radiohead/muse route of really changing the style up.

[@Loeloe]

Glad I witnissed SoaD in 2005 in it's prime days... different energy.

[@thedarksiderebel]

I would rather a new album than a new tour if I'm honest

[@RezaMatix]

Daron just doesn't want to give up songwriting point$$$ , Greed got them in the end.

[@neverfallnewsmedia]

Would be cool, if you could get any RATM member and sort out their latest break up for fans. TY bud.

[@jari04]

Rainn Wilson looks like Alan Carr cosplaying 😂

[@-L.B]

Smart man

[@hats.off2you]

You do you serj

[@sm0kinonzaza]

i love SOAD 😆

[@SoulBoom]

How could you not!? 🤘

[@samhand8270]

I know a lot of people wanted a new SOAD album but it most likely would’ve just been a second-rate SOAD imitation or something Colette unlike System and disliked based solely on that. I wish we could’ve gotten a couple more albums while the band was in the prime but another Toxicity was never gonna happen 20 years later. Even if the Beatles had stayed together, they wouldn’t have written another Sgt Pepper or Abbey Road. I love System for the few brilliant albums they created and they shouldn’t feel that they owe fans any more than that.

[@louismalinak5563]

Those new songs they released a few years ago were pretty good, imo

[@Joshuavila_jpg]

As a lifelong SOAD fan (I was like 6 when I decided liked the sound, way before I could even comprehend the lyrics) all I have to say is If Linkin Park can find a replacement for Chad then SOAD can replace Serj. Not that I want that