1915 (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) cover

Released 10 years ago

1915 (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)

Serj Tankian · 2016

62 min · 23 tracks · opera · alternative metal · nu metal

A haunting blend of orchestral arrangements and poignant melodies that evoke the weight of historical tragedy.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic narrative progression experience
  • haunting melodies evoking historical weight
  • immersive storytelling through orchestration
  • reflective moments of emotional depth

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking upbeat, instant gratification
  • prefer standalone tracks over cohesion

Where this album fits

Career context
By 2016, Serj Tankian had established himself as a multifaceted artist, noted for his work with System of a Down and solo projects. '1915' serves as a follow-up to his album 'Harakiri' (2012), showcasing his venture into film scoring while addressing the Armenian Genocide's legacy.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Ari Im Sokhag (with guitar) 1:33
  • 2 Tonight on This Stage / Opening Theme (extended) 4:50
  • 3 Everything Ends Tonight 1:11
  • 4 Angela in Character Plus Fable 1:39
  • 5 We Finally Go Back to 1915 (extended) 3:07
  • 6 Ghosts in Simon’s Head 0:34
  • 7 The Play Is Coming to Life 1:27
  • 8 Falling in Love With the Enemy’s Wife 0:29
  • 9 Angela’s Dreams (alternative) 2:50
  • 10 Who Are You? / Erica’s Reveal 4:11
  • 11 Angela’s Dreams 1:36
  • 12 James Leaves / Death Threat 1:46
  • 13 In the Wall With Angela 0:41
  • 14 Are You Ready? / Flashback 1:32
  • 15 The Theatre Opens 1:29
  • 16 Angela’s Decision / Gabriel Confronts James 1:52
  • 17 James Discovers Simon’s Secret 2:27
  • 18 Angela Is Already in 1915 3:43
  • 19 James Becomes the Turk 2:52
  • 20 Descendants of Those Who Survived 1915 4:53
  • 21 Ari Im Sokhag 2:49
  • 22 1915 Theme End Credits (extended) 4:17
  • 23 100 Years 10:42

Reference: MusicBrainz · Wikidata