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This is the third full-length solo release from the enigmatic Lebanese-born Armenian-American singer–songwriter, composer, multi-instrumentalist, record producer, poet, and political activist Serj Tankian. Perhaps best known for his role as the frontman for Californian rock band System of a Down, Tankian also produced the album, which features his touring band The F.C.C.
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By Gentlegiantprog
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Harakiri is the third canonical full-length studio album by System Of A Down front-man Serj Tankian as a solo artist (he has released EPs, live output and a collaborative album with Arto Tunçboyac'yan as well however).
It was released in the summer of 2012, lasts around 45 minutes and was self-produced by Tankian. The album was written, in an almost Trent Rezonor-like move, by painstakingly assembling new songs out of thousands of samples from his previous albums on an iPad.
Some people will hate this album. If you've always disliked Serj's personal politics (or agreed with them but wished he'd keep them out of the music) then lyrics about Occupy Wall Street and corporate corruption are going to be a sore spot. If you seriously disliked some of the musical moves Serj made with his previous album there are parts of that sound still on here, and if you come from a more metal background there is relatively little metal on this album at all. Furthermore, If you've ever said that some artist or other has disappeared up their own backside or became too pretentious, then this is an album that you may want to approach with caution so as to avoid disappointment.
If you have heard the album's first single 'Figure It Out' and were very excited by its musical direction, with the chugging and double-kicks, then you may be disappointed to know that it is actually a little out of place on the album, and that there are really only two more tracks that are in any way similar, those being the album's final two tracks. You get some punky, almost Crossover Thrash sections scattered throughout those three tracks, although obviously through the filter of Serj's solo career style.
Elsewhere, stylistically, the album as a whole is a bit of a mixed bag.... Read more ›
It was released in the summer of 2012, lasts around 45 minutes and was self-produced by Tankian. The album was written, in an almost Trent Rezonor-like move, by painstakingly assembling new songs out of thousands of samples from his previous albums on an iPad.
Some people will hate this album. If you've always disliked Serj's personal politics (or agreed with them but wished he'd keep them out of the music) then lyrics about Occupy Wall Street and corporate corruption are going to be a sore spot. If you seriously disliked some of the musical moves Serj made with his previous album there are parts of that sound still on here, and if you come from a more metal background there is relatively little metal on this album at all. Furthermore, If you've ever said that some artist or other has disappeared up their own backside or became too pretentious, then this is an album that you may want to approach with caution so as to avoid disappointment.
If you have heard the album's first single 'Figure It Out' and were very excited by its musical direction, with the chugging and double-kicks, then you may be disappointed to know that it is actually a little out of place on the album, and that there are really only two more tracks that are in any way similar, those being the album's final two tracks. You get some punky, almost Crossover Thrash sections scattered throughout those three tracks, although obviously through the filter of Serj's solo career style.
Elsewhere, stylistically, the album as a whole is a bit of a mixed bag.... Read more ›
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
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Serj, why do you keep making average music. Its good enough, but I cant remember a single song, which is unusual for me. Usually find myself wailing along, but not to this one. If you're a big fan you'll like it ok.
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i got this cd for my husband, he thinks its great and just what he was looking for, a perfect little present!
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Harakiri is the better cd i've never heard ,,, I love the music of serj tankian and i love this cd !
By FullovStars
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As a big fan of System, i thought I would follow Serj into his next project, but where SOTD is angry and energetic I found this album mournful and sad, almost as if the wind has been knocked out of him. Some of the tunes are good but sound defeated rather than rebellious. Its Ok. But did not inspire.
By elizabeth
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Absolutely Fantastic Album , Love it , Mr Serj Tankian is pure genius , all 11 tracks are brilliant , my favorite tracks are harikari and occupied tears , Cant stop playing it , Im far to obsessed with this guy , Serj is truly one of the best artist out there , talented both with his music and his poetic lyrics , he just gets better and better , beautiful album 5 stars *****
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After being disappointed by the very bland 2nd album "Imperfect Harmonies" it's good to see Serj Tankian back to what he does best. Unlike his last outing, the songs on this album have real character and will stick in your head for a long time even after first hearing them, much like the songs off his first album. Serj has never made the same album twice, and this one is no exception. He tries new sounds, while still keeping his signature style and lyricism. Fans will not be disappointed and new comers may well find this album more approachable than others in the past.
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Not only is Serj Tankian my most favourite solo artist of all time, and not only is this his latest album, but it's the BEST ALBUM he has ever done so far! He NEVER fails to impress me and inspire me and put me in awe with the magic he includes in his lyrics and music, especially his message and his mindblowing voice! Serj Tankian continues to be my hero of a lifetime and he will forever spread the message of what we are doing wrong in this world! <3
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Once again Serj and his band are making the best of metal.
Technical musicians at this level you have to be good and serj certainly is there with the technical whether he... Read more
Technical musicians at this level you have to be good and serj certainly is there with the technical whether he... Read more
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Serj Tankian does it again ! such a distinctive voice can make him sound the same. But ! his lyrics amd music progress every time he releases a new record. Read more
Published 10 months ago by swanless
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If you liked Serj's last two albums then this one shall not disappoint. With hints of rock and orchestral music from his last albums and some new electronic songs, It's definitely... Read more
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