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Many rock bands talk endlessly about their "sound," refining a basic formula until it's either perfect or perfectly boring. System of a Down, however, developed a loyal fanbase with the opposite approach--the group mixes genres so freely that describing what their music sounds like is nearly impossible. Sure, SOAD is, at its core, a metal band, but on MEZMERIZE's first two songs alone, vocalist/guitarist/mastermind Daron Malakian and crew zigzag their way though Beach Boys-like stacked vocal harmonies, Anthrax-esque hardcore thrash, Cameo-style funk, and prog rock of a CARESS OF STEEL-era Rush variety. "Revenga" adds a touch of swooping Freddie Mercury vocal drama to the mix, while "Sad Statue" sports a guitar riff that sounds like a Greek bouzouki. Even sharper, tighter, and more ambitious than System of a Down's previous albums, MEZMERIZE makes for a consistently surprising listen.

P/A. Pt.1 Of A 2 Album Release For 2005.Prod.By Rick Rubin.

Audio Mixer: Andy Wallace.

Editors: Dana Nielsen; Jason Lader.

System of a Down: Shavo Odadjian (bass guitar); Daron Malakian, Serj Tankian, John Dolmayan.

Personnel: Daron Malakian (vocals, guitar); Serj Tankian (vocals, keyboards); John Dolmayan (drums).

Rolling Stone (No. 975, pp.67-70) - 3.5 stars out of 5 - "[E]verything on MEZMERIZE hits and splits with viciously honed purpose..."
Spin (p.101) - "Moods are muddled even more artfully on MEZMERIZE." - Grade: B+
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Category Rock/Pop Albums, Rock CDs, Heavy Metal, Alternative
Label Columbia
Orig Year 2005
All Time Sales Rank   1084  
CD Universe Part number 6798953
Catalog number 90648
Discs 1
Release Date May 17, 2005
Studio/Live Studio
Mono/Stereo Stereo
Producer Rick Rubin; Daron Malakian; Rick Rubin; Daron Malakian
Engineer Dave Shiffman
Personnel Serj Tankian - vocals, keyboards
John Dolmayan - drums
Daron Malakian - vocals, guitar
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Windows MediaRealAudio Media1.Soldier Side (Intro)  $0.99
Windows MediaRealAudio Media2.B.Y.O.B.  $1.29
Windows MediaRealAudio Media3.Revenga  $0.99
Windows MediaRealAudio Media4.Cigaro  $0.99
Windows MediaRealAudio Media5.Radio/Video  $0.99
Windows MediaRealAudio Media6.This Cocaine Makes Me Feel Like I'm on This Song  $0.99
Windows MediaRealAudio Media7.Violent Pornography  $1.29
Windows MediaRealAudio Media8.Question!  $0.99
Windows MediaRealAudio Media9.Sad Statue  $0.99
Windows MediaRealAudio Media10.Old School Hollywood  $0.99
Windows MediaRealAudio Media11.Lost in Hollywood  $0.99

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Average Rating: (3.8 out of 5 stars) 4 stars

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4 stars A Really Good Album.
Although I still think System of a Down's first album was the best this one is good too. Its not as heavy as the first SOAD album but it has its moments. B.Y.O.D is really heavy and is a great song. Because of songs like Revenga, This Cocaine Make Me Feel Like I'm On This Song, Violent Pornography, Question, and Lost in Hollywood this is a close second to the first album. I recommend before you buy this to sample thier first album because it is truely better.
Submitted by Clint (Aurora, NE, USA)
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5 stars very good album
cigaro, this cocaine, radio/video, r just some of da gud sngs. their all gud sngs. not as gud as toxicity or hypnotize but very gud
Submitted by S.O.A.D. Fan (S.O.A.D., USA)
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5 stars I LOVE IT!
I first started listening to System when B.Y.O.B. came out on the radio and decided to buy Mezmerize and loved it. The best songs are B.Y.O.B., Cigaro, and Violent Pornagraphy. After that I decided that I needed more, so I bought Toxicity and that was great too, but I think Mezmerize would be a better choice. Rock On!
Submitted by Russell (Joshua, TX, USA)
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3 stars it's okay
old system was definently the best.And you have to agree with justin c. down their about their music being simple.also It's annoying to have politics shoved down your throt constantly.I have to admit though their guitar tabs are great when your a begginnig guitarist.simple but not mary had a little lamb simple.Half the songs on this cd are pretty cool and fun though.Like revenga and violent pornagraphy.
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5 stars oh my goodness!
i can't believe this CD. I love it! i was not into this kind of music at all before i heard it. WOW it's amazing!!!!!!!
Submitted by bigt713 (Btown,KY)
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