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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+ System Of A Down Mezmerize Songs Mezmerize Music Review Average Rating: (3.8 out of 5 stars)   List All Reviews 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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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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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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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.
Submitted by ndrefgs (noneof,urbuisines)
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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!!!!!!!
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Ruffians was born out of friendship and the mutual musical interests of its founding members Craig Behrhorst (Guitar/Background Vocals), Luke Bowman (Drums) and Chris Atchison (Guitar/Background Vocals). The band debuted at the famed San Francisco punk rock venue the Mabuhay Gardens in December ’83. Soon after, the band changed their line-up and recruited long time friend Dan Moura on bass. It then became evident that the group was in need of a stronger front man who would be able to take them to the next level. After placing numerous “vocalist wanted” ads and too many auditions to count, they finally found a singer/front-man in that of Carl Albert. Management and Band agreed that Carl was the stuff that legends are made of… and just in the nick of time. The band was scheduled to play a gig in less than 2 weeks opening up for Alcatrazz at the Kabuki Theatre in San Francisco.Hailing from the mountain town of Sonora California, Carl was more than anyone could ask for. With the dual guitar sound of Craig and Chris along with Luke’s powerhouse drumming, Carl’s powerful and melodic vocals had given the band the sound they had been looking for. Ruffians then hit the Bay Area club circuit with a bang! Ruffians played many shows throughout 1984 and were definitely on their way, securing support slots for bands such as Loudness, Y&T, Dokken, U.F.O., Saxon, and Savatage. The band began to headline shows throughout the Bay Area, as well as co-headline shows with their hometown friends Exodus, Death Angel, and Vicious Rumors.In 1984 Ruffians recorded a 4-track demo tape featuring the tracks “Fight For Your Life,” Wasteland,” “Bad Boys Cut Loose,” and “Eyes of Fire.” The demo was well received in the States and abroad, by Fans and the Metal Press alike. However, Ruffians were neither a “big hair” band nor were they thrash metal. They were a difficult act to sell to the major label executives at the time. This was the early days of heavy metal, prior to the genre becoming part of the mainstream as it is today.As such, Ruffians’ management decided to take matters into their own hands by forming it’s own label, Victory Records, to release the band’s debut album. In January 1985 Ruffians entered Studio D in Sausalito, California to lay down tracks for the six-track Mini-LP. Released in May, the EP was quickly picked up by over 200 College radio stations in the United States as well as charting in Europe and Japan. The EP received great reviews from the international and domestic press, and the band’s fan base grew much larger.Sublicensed to SPV/Steamhammer ...
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