Serart
Serj Tankian · 2003
43 min · 16 tracks · opera · alternative metal · nu metal
A surreal blend of avant-garde rock, operatic vocals, and eclectic instrumentation defying genre boundaries.
Why this album works
- Best for
- short, immersive listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys surreal and experimental exploration
- Context
- Released in 2003, 'Serart' marks a collaboration between Serj Tankian and Turkish composer Arto Tunçboyacıyan. This project came shortly after System of a Down's commercial success with 'Toxicity' (2001) and 'Steal This Album!' (2002), showcasing Tankian’s desire to explore more experimental sounds outside the band's nu-metal style.
- If you like
- opera, alternative metal, nu metal
Serart is an album by Serj Tankian, released in 2003. A surreal blend of avant-garde rock, operatic vocals, and eclectic instrumentation defying genre boundaries. 'Serart' is notable for its bold fusion of diverse musical styles, reflecting a significant departure from mainstream metal. Critics praised its adventurous spirit, and it has influenced artists seeking to blend genres in unconventional ways. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Serart sound like?
A surreal blend of avant-garde rock, operatic vocals, and eclectic instrumentation defying genre boundaries. Rooted in opera and alternative metal.
What makes Serart by Serj Tankian notable?
'Serart' is notable for its bold fusion of diverse musical styles, reflecting a significant departure from mainstream metal. Critics praised its adventurous spirit, and it has influenced artists seeking to blend genres in unconventional ways. Released in 2003, 'Serart' marks a collaboration between Serj Tankian and Turkish composer Arto Tunçboyacıyan. This project came shortly after System of a Down's commercial success with 'Toxicity' (2001) and 'Steal This Album!' (2002), showcasing Tankian’s desire to explore more experimental sounds outside the band's nu-metal style.
Who is Serart for?
Serart works well if you're into short, immersive listening sessions, dynamic emotional journeys and surreal and experimental exploration.
How many songs are on Serart?
Serart has 16 tracks, running approximately 43 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Intro 0:33
- 2 Cinema Standout 4:00
- 3 Devil's Wedding Standout 4:08
- 4 The Walking Xperiment 3:32
- 5 Black Melon 3:36
- 6 Metal Shock 0:31
- 7 Save The Blonde 3:15
- 8 Love Is The Peace Standout 2:29
- 9 Leave Melody Counting Fear 3:45
- 10 Gee-Tar 1:11
- 11 Claustrophobia 1:36
- 12 Narina 5:32
- 13 Zumba 0:51
- 14 Facing The Plastic 3:46
- 15 If You Can Catch Me 1:03
- 16 I Don't Want To Go Back Empty Handed 4:07
Release Date
May 22, 2003
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
43 min 55 sec
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