While all eyes are currently on System Of A Down frontman Serj Tankian for a potential new album/tour, he recently shared the ten albums that changed his life with Metal Hammer. There’s some notable metal/rock inclusions in his choices, including:
The album I break the speed limit to is…
Metallica – …And Justice For All [Elektra, 1988]
“Metallica’s song arrangements are so unique. They write really intense, complex songs, that are so popular. They’ve sold millions, and you’re like, ‘These are really complex songs!’”
The album I want to be remembered for is…
Serj Tankian – Orca [Reprise/Serjical Strike, 2013]
“Orca – it’s my first symphony! I’d choose that because it’s just so different. Harakiri is great, too, and Imperfect Harmonies! I’d rather not be remembered for one record, but for the scope of everything.”
A kid asks me what metal is. I hand them a copy of…
Slayer – Reign In Blood [Def Jam, 1986]
“I’d go with Slayer – Reign In Blood most likely, because I think the historical significance of Slayer as a band is very interesting. They opened up a lot for death and black metal.”
You can find all his choices in the full feature over at Metal Hammer.
