Serj is so gentle and soft spoken. Crazy to think of the intensity he has when approaching his own music. I will never stop loving System of a Down, they were a defining band in my life as Spiders came out when I was in high school. It's also no surprise he's a fan of Mike Patton...... OMG a collab!! please??
+Jonas Butler a huge hug along with a picture that i can keep forever. But I would also sell like everything i own just to get an autograph as well haha.
Because how many metal artist do u know personally, for 1, and why the fuck would u comment without facts other then to wish somebody cares about what u have to say, so I'm giving you the attention that you want
Serj said in an interview with *Kerrang* that they are releasing a new album in 2017. "It's been nearly 12 years at this point since System Of A Down has done a new album, but the wait for new material has finally come to an end!"; says Greg Kennelty on Metal injection
I think it's awesome that metal guys like classical too. I listen to everything from Meshuggah to Vivaldi, glad I'm not alone in my musical influences. There's just too much good music out there, to stick to one genre.
Eu Sou O Gatinho Miau He knows that it’s an imperfect system, and criticizes it. If you think he’s wrong in doing so, then I advise that you reconsider your views on capitalism
@@grindgrindgrind666 The most profitable system ever created. Every system is flawed and greed is not as bad as poverty and starvation. Every country that has a free market ends up being wealthy.
I really love how open Serj is when it comes to gushing about things in general, you can see that's he's so passionate about the stuff he loves. The fact that he'll gush about all those vastly different artists and genres, especially philharmonic orchestras, always brings a smile to my face. And he always looks overjoyed when he gets to open up about that stuff too, his smile is precious.
His taste in music really shows how much more than a simple metal vocalist he is. True genius. I'm on his side of the debate of tge whole new album thing. As a poet myself I understand the importance of timing and needing true inspiration to make great work. Serj is my hero and I respect him with or without a new system album
The Italian verb "zappare" is not so different from the English "To dig" (well... It's really different, but both verbs have something to do with moving soil)
He has an amazing sense of calmness and inteligence about him that I admire. The same goes for Maynard from Tool. It would be the most amazing experience to meet either.
What's so unique about him is that despite his talent and success he's so friendly, polite and down to earth. Serj is such a sweetheart! And I love his nose by the way.
Perhaps the stoner goatee is what did it at the time, along with the general attire. Well, nowadays, unfortunately, he looks old much more unambiguously than in the video, grey beard and all; but back then, he was on the cusp, I guess.
Man... I see Serj and I almost come to tears, this dude has influenced so many lives, all of System led a fuckin generation man... long live music; Future, Past and Present.
I was so surprised for some reason that Serj loves Ministry. I also love Ministry. I love that his taste in music is so varied, and everything he picked was great.
4:27 you can see how the inspiration for his crazy creative vocals come from!!! Serj has the exact music taste as I imagined he did, his references are so rich, it went to his projects nicely
I used to work at a bakery and met serj, such a humble guy and even remembered my name the second time he came around😅 he takes the time to talk with you and such a nice guy!
This is how you know he actually has a brain and a heart... he likes classical music. Throughout my life, I have been bullied for liking classical and opera music. I am thankful he shows that he can appreciate classical music. I was not expecting that from him but it makes me respect him more. System of a Down and Serj Tankian are my only metal bands I listen to... and now I can see why.
This is absolutely why I respect band members such as himself and Prince, Perry, Patton Kiedis and Cantrell. You can hear the eclectic influences in their music and lyrics. The aforementioned are, or were definitely no one trick ponies!
I'm glad I've watched this. Every piece of music Serj selected made completely sense... it's a big puzzle, and SOAD is the final result. Serj, you're a genius.
Possibly the most genius vocalist in all of metal, a once in a lifetime frontman. It's hard for me to watch him talk casually, I've been listening to his music since I was 7, almost 23 years ago.
I am now 23 years old, and I just cant remember when I first started to listen to serj in system of a down, I dont now how and when, but one day I ask life to give me enough years to meet Mr.Serj , I would really just love to give and be hugged by him instead of an autograph :3
Susana Alicia Torres Gracia I’m almost 21 and I hope the same. So many artists I love deeply have since passed away, and I never got the chance to meet them or see them perform. To see Serj perform live would be an amazing experience!
I've been listening to system for years but I've never seen any sort of interview with serj, who knew that he would be such a sophisticated guy considering the music he creates.
I have every Ministry album...got to see them live too, I highly recommend it. Al came out with human bones hanging from his mic stand at dusk. The crowd was moshing around giant bonfires....I was on LSD....it was life altering.
+Elven Loki really? i guess i makes sense when u see their work when they went their own ways for a while and made their own music. scars on broadway was much different than what serj was making
+T R I G G E R E D Yeah. Serj wrote some of it, but Daron did most of the work for the song writing. He said it in an interview that it was his way to write down his screwed up thoughts or something like that. That song, I don't remember the name, "I killed your rock n roll" was written by Daron because he ran over a bunny killing it. He named that bunny Rock n' Roll.
This is why I still buy CDs. You still get that sense of discovery and ownership when you buy a CD from the store. Something I've never really felt with buying digital content. Even when I buy digital files off Bandcamp, I still burn them to CD.
Yeah, not many people realize the newfound importance of cds, especially in an era in which major companies and governments can scrub things clean off the internet, it's good to have physical media to preserve such things without Internet
anything Mike Patton is pure genious. I can see why they'd be friends. I Seen Mr. Bungle open up for SOAD in '99. Pure magic, one of my favorite concerts.
I really love Serj's voice. I mean... it's different yet it's so beautiful and hypnotic. I have had people tell me "What the hell is this? Turn it off, it sounds like Elmo..." but that's not what I see in Serj at all. I just think his voice was what got me. Then, I watched a couple of youtube videos of his performances and I ended up buying a lot of his CDs. I am very impressed with him. I was also impressed with his symphony.
Oh, this is the man who eat seeds as a pastime activity
Haha funny pretty sure the lyrics are eating seems but i have no clue
@@nuckinfuts420 No, it's seeds, cause in the videoclip they're eating seeds :)
the toxicity of our city
DISORDER
we all do, by the way. Armenians :D sunflower seeds are a huge culture
Serj is so gentle and soft spoken. Crazy to think of the intensity he has when approaching his own music. I will never stop loving System of a Down, they were a defining band in my life as Spiders came out when I was in high school. It's also no surprise he's a fan of Mike Patton...... OMG a collab!! please??
A collab would be magical
they already collaborated on one song
@@TheAnalPunisher Link or it didn’t happen
@@nobodyburgen4594 The song is called "Bird's Eye", look it up
He's got a huge range of musical tastes. I approve!
O thank god.
So happy that you approve.
i always told myself. If my fav artists musical tastes isnt approved by nightfallgemini, they should honestly just quit
@@garbz1414agreed
Serj has a really interesting face. It just looks unique and friendly. His music is good as well but his face is better
because he is Armenian
HAfighter 50 bucks says you're armenian since you say that
THERAMMSTEINFAN490 finnish
His Nose
He was chiseled by the gods
If I ever met Serj, I'd prefer a big hug over an autograph.
+Jonas Butler a huge hug along with a picture that i can keep forever. But I would also sell like everything i own just to get an autograph as well haha.
+Demure Omniscient yes
Jonas Butler yeah Serj is awesome!
Jonas Butler I got to meet him after a show once. He's a really chill guy.
+bwills4k awesome dude
Now i understand why their music is rich and distinct, he listens classical music.
Nearly all metal artists do.
mid-east background too
wipout1 aren't u smart as well, suck it
Todd Bustanuts What was so bad about my comment?
Because how many metal artist do u know personally, for 1, and why the fuck would u comment without facts other then to wish somebody cares about what u have to say, so I'm giving you the attention that you want
Serj is a great guy.
A true artist and activist
691 likes and two comments
@@MazungaXIII no, 3 comments
@@thebananaman2003 four
@@jacobwilkinson6112 five
I miss System of a Down. :(
Serj said in an interview with *Kerrang* that they are releasing a new album in 2017.
"It's been nearly 12 years at this point since System Of A Down has done a new album, but the wait for new material has finally come to an end!"; says Greg Kennelty on Metal injection
Cornad .Hahne I know!!!! It´s as if they read my comment, dude! :D
Could you send a ink to the video?
Murderkai There is no video, found it in a text interview
ahh okay
I think it's awesome that metal guys like classical too. I listen to everything from Meshuggah to Vivaldi, glad I'm not alone in my musical influences. There's just too much good music out there, to stick to one genre.
Metal guys are actually the ones that hear more classical. Pop fans don't.
actually, the music genre that's the closest to metal is clasical music :0
I Like Juice
Finally someone that said it!
+Enrique Godinez Hmm u sure about that?
+I Like Juice How about modern classical?
Serj seems so down to earth, intellectual, and kind. Makes me like SOAD even more
I like how this guy has no bias
Having no bias is the best you can do.
***** Basically liking something better than something else. Like a bias for dogs over cats.
Oskar Ostapowicz That's impossible
gurkenhamster
No.
+Oskar Ostapowicz Right, I see! So we should all have no standards :D
You're all a bunch of fucking idiots.
I am a straight, happily married guy but i really do have a mancrush on Serj.
DopethronePunkUK then there's possibly a little junk in the trunk
Same
valid
Uhh, thats wierd
@@alfonspekala not really lol
he's such a sweet guy
He is a really sweet guy I got his autograph
Eu Sou O Gatinho Miau He knows that it’s an imperfect system, and criticizes it. If you think he’s wrong in doing so, then I advise that you reconsider your views on capitalism
@Chopin Bebia Chip Mas Não Morreu de Cirrose Tinha que ser um brasileiro idiota querendo estender seu analfabetismo político até os gringos.
@@grindgrindgrind666 The most profitable system ever created. Every system is flawed and greed is not as bad as poverty and starvation. Every country that has a free market ends up being wealthy.
Very fortunate to say I got the pleasure of meeting Serj at the Malibu pier. He took a picture with me and was extremely warm and kind.
I really love how open Serj is when it comes to gushing about things in general, you can see that's he's so passionate about the stuff he loves.
The fact that he'll gush about all those vastly different artists and genres, especially philharmonic orchestras, always brings a smile to my face.
And he always looks overjoyed when he gets to open up about that stuff too, his smile is precious.
I clicked this video by accident... ended up watching the whole thing. I had no idea that Serj was such a profound human being.
Thanks for watching!
Dezzazzo Bleechazzo wish he would tour in Arizona but he won't for personal reasons
My thoughts exactly!
But SOAD's lyrics, how could you not see him as profound?
@@LadyJaggerX3 Daron wrote many of those
I love how spare the staff's questions are. They're always great questions that get solid answers, but they never overdo it.
Well, Serj was making their job easier by being talkative of his own accord.
Agreed
what a freaking cool and smart guy he is, very impressed. love his music now digging him as a person. nice video.
+47suits frequency this video was about what's in his basket, not what may or may not be in his head
47suits frequency geez calm down buddy
I love Serj. Glad he's here on earth during my time here.
His taste in music really shows how much more than a simple metal vocalist he is. True genius. I'm on his side of the debate of tge whole new album thing. As a poet myself I understand the importance of timing and needing true inspiration to make great work. Serj is my hero and I respect him with or without a new system album
8un3zz mabye you haven't heard, they are back in the studio, and they expect an album this year.
8un3zz I like his solo albums
8un3zz
Relax buddy, he’s a good musician period. You may not like him or the band itself but many others do
@8un3zz How tf is he doing emocore? like rites of spring or dag nasty?
@8un3zz Donald Trump is a hater (supposedly at least, maybe he does it only for the votes).
You are a hater too.
In his interviews, Serj always seem like such an overwhelmingly kind man.
"Zappa your way through it" gonna live my life by this now
+Timothy E. strange he didn't include zappa int he list, system is just like zappa but metal
Timothy E. SO glad I wasn't the only one that caught that.
The Italian verb "zappare" is not so different from the English "To dig" (well... It's really different, but both verbs have something to do with moving soil)
Lol dude I just made a similar comment, I scroll down and see this, I about shit
I love how musically multicultured and educated Serj is.. He is one of my absolutely favorite artists. Bless you man
"This is what's in my basket"
Thorbjørn Kruuse Andreasen ''this is what's in my bas'' oh wait you already did it....
This is a real artist who understands true musical composition
He has an amazing sense of calmness and inteligence about him that I admire. The same goes for Maynard from Tool. It would be the most amazing experience to meet either.
Serj is like a metal Borat
BuyAnAxe goddamn u that ones gonna stick for a while, too funny and true
you are like an idiot
brazilian*
for some reason that made me "lol"
the problem is he's not metal at all.
I love Serj's tast in a broad range of music. I love hardcore but I'm also a huge fan of classical, orchestrated, and film music
I love how articulate he is, how rich his voice is.
2:43 "Holy shit its Serj Tankian"
What's so unique about him is that despite his talent and success he's so friendly, polite and down to earth. Serj is such a sweetheart!
And I love his nose by the way.
the pointiest nose in rock
*metal
Led Zeppelin
I like his nose.
Ever heard of geddy Lee?
*hottest
Is it weird that I really love his nose? It's just so pointy
It must be pointy.
Same
Omg I also really love his nose it’s so cute
I bet he makes his woman really happy with that huge one
AHHHHHH stop im so glad someone else feels the same way that I do about Serj's nose
Too raw, he said "fuck what's in my bag, this is what's in my basket" lol
Why the hell does Serj look so old and young at the same time
Come to think of it, that shirt of his is confusing me also. Not sure if you meant that tho.
Тому,що це Сєржик😁💖Він такий.
Its the tash
Perhaps the stoner goatee is what did it at the time, along with the general attire. Well, nowadays, unfortunately, he looks old much more unambiguously than in the video, grey beard and all; but back then, he was on the cusp, I guess.
seems like a respectful, genuine young man.
He's 50
@@puneetvenkatrao5085 I dont know why, but this made me laugh
Puneet Venkatrao This was recorded in 2012
In my opinion, it's a competition between Serj and Tom Araya for the friendliest and must huggable looking person in metal.
Dino Cazares looks pretty huggable. Him being friendly, that's another story.
Death Angel, too...
Nice combo with the Slayer lyrics.
Lajon from Sevendust is a sweetheart
Tom Araya is like a happy stoned grandpa. That man radiates positive vibes.
Serj Has A Very Unique Nose And Thats Why I Like His Face.
honestlysame
I don't claim having a unique nose but mine is bit smaller in shape compared to serj's nose
-an autobiography by Dersired, the guy who spelled every word with a capital letter
@aferran69 you could say you're Meditiranian?
My nose is the best, btw. But it still can't save the world, so it's kinda useless.
He looks like my neighbor.
he looks like you!
He looks like everyone's neighbor
OnionSon WHAT!?!, I WOULD BE SO FUCKING JEALOUS
Yeah. His name is Paul and he collects really old bikes that are in mint condition. His garage is full of them.
Serj Trollkian Wow
Mike Patton is a gift sent from another planet! Midas of music..
I love how serj talks , he just talks his thoughts , himself and most importantly i love how humble he is !
Man... I see Serj and I almost come to tears, this dude has influenced so many lives, all of System led a fuckin generation man... long live music; Future, Past and Present.
Serj Tankian talking about Mike Patton and his music as an influence and as something that he hears oftenly it actually made my day.
Serj you're such a great artist. Absolutely love this series, btw!
Serj likes Philip glass too? As if I didn't have enough reasons to respect him already
edgy
edgy
HOW IS THIS EDGY
edgy
edgy
My childhood was SOAD so it's both great and funny that I listen to all the same composers as Mr. Tankian. :)
He is a deep artistic individual. Not just a metal head.
Am kinda surprised by his taste in music but very impressed.
He always struck me as someone who appreciated classical, he always seemed very down to earth as artists go.
serj looks like a genuinely super kind and cool dude, he's amazing. i love both his singing voice and his talking voice
Zappa should definitely be used as a verb more often.
I was so surprised for some reason that Serj loves Ministry. I also love Ministry. I love that his taste in music is so varied, and everything he picked was great.
His voice is so beautiful ❤️
4:27 you can see how the inspiration for his crazy creative vocals come from!!!
Serj has the exact music taste as I imagined he did, his references are so rich, it went to his projects nicely
SOAD Dominated the 2000s..
First album was real energy and chaos to go mental to when I was a teenager.
I used to work at a bakery and met serj, such a humble guy and even remembered my name the second time he came around😅 he takes the time to talk with you and such a nice guy!
I find him so humble.
"This is what is in my basket"...a.k.a....what's in my bag!!! Love it!!! Morricone & Mike Patton...'nough said....
This is how you know he actually has a brain and a heart... he likes classical music. Throughout my life, I have been bullied for liking classical and opera music. I am thankful he shows that he can appreciate classical music. I was not expecting that from him but it makes me respect him more. System of a Down and Serj Tankian are my only metal bands I listen to... and now I can see why.
This episode of what it is in my bag, is by far one of the best
Looks like a very down to earth cool dude . Thumbs up
This is absolutely why I respect band members such as himself and Prince, Perry, Patton Kiedis and Cantrell. You can hear the eclectic influences in their music and lyrics. The aforementioned are, or were definitely no one trick ponies!
Jazz-relax
Rock/metal/alternative-get drunk too and have fun
Classical/prog rock-travel to another planet and be blown away.
I'm glad I've watched this. Every piece of music Serj selected made completely sense... it's a big puzzle, and SOAD is the final result. Serj, you're a genius.
5:35 - "Zappa your way through it".... Genious analogy, Serj!
Possibly the most genius vocalist in all of metal, a once in a lifetime frontman. It's hard for me to watch him talk casually, I've been listening to his music since I was 7, almost 23 years ago.
I am now 23 years old, and I just cant remember when I first started to listen to serj in system of a down, I dont now how and when, but one day I ask life to give me enough years to meet Mr.Serj , I would really just love to give and be hugged by him instead of an autograph :3
Susana Alicia Torres Gracia I’m almost 21 and I hope the same. So many artists I love deeply have since passed away, and I never got the chance to meet them or see them perform. To see Serj perform live would be an amazing experience!
Get Mike Patton on here!! I’d be curious to see what artists he would pick up.
I've been listening to system for years but I've never seen any sort of interview with serj, who knew that he would be such a sophisticated guy considering the music he creates.
I have every Ministry album...got to see them live too, I highly recommend it. Al came out with human bones hanging from his mic stand at dusk. The crowd was moshing around giant bonfires....I was on LSD....it was life altering.
Serj Tankian loves Philip Glass? Just perfect!!!
I've always like Serj Tankian's music.
Serj just seems cool, he has this chill vibe i can't find in modern rock
He's so chill. It's funny that his music is so crazy. That said SOAD freaking rules.
System of a Down, Daron usually writes the music. :)
+Elven Loki really? i guess i makes sense when u see their work when they went their own ways for a while and made their own music. scars on broadway was much different than what serj was making
+T R I G G E R E D Yeah. Serj wrote some of it, but Daron did most of the work for the song writing. He said it in an interview that it was his way to write down his screwed up thoughts or something like that. That song, I don't remember the name, "I killed your rock n roll" was written by Daron because he ran over a bunny killing it. He named that bunny Rock n' Roll.
This is why I still buy CDs. You still get that sense of discovery and ownership when you buy a CD from the store. Something I've never really felt with buying digital content. Even when I buy digital files off Bandcamp, I still burn them to CD.
Yeah, not many people realize the newfound importance of cds, especially in an era in which major companies and governments can scrub things clean off the internet, it's good to have physical media to preserve such things without Internet
i never new he was so chilled and so cultured, ive been missing out
Wow, Id love to have a couple beers with Serj and talk music.
Couple of lines 😌😌
Me encanta el excelente ingles de Serj Tiankan, además de su buen gusto musical, no por nada System Of a Down es una de mis bandas favoritas!!!
That Mike Patton performance is amazing
Taylor G Of Course Mike Patton has really amazing singing talent
anything Mike Patton is pure genious. I can see why they'd be friends. I Seen Mr. Bungle open up for SOAD in '99. Pure magic, one of my favorite concerts.
Morricone's soundtrack for The Mission..my God, it still haunts my soul..a masterpiece..
Wouldn't it be funny if he just had a packet of fish fingers in his bag.
..............or some chop suey
Perhaps some Chicken Stew?
or cerials... in the sky...
I don't want to change my name OK or some pizza pizza pie...
Or some.........needles
Serj has such kind eyes. He is truly a lovely person.
I really love Serj's voice. I mean... it's different yet it's so beautiful and hypnotic. I have had people tell me "What the hell is this? Turn it off, it sounds like Elmo..." but that's not what I see in Serj at all.
I just think his voice was what got me. Then, I watched a couple of youtube videos of his performances and I ended up buying a lot of his CDs. I am very impressed with him. I was also impressed with his symphony.
So much wisdom and kindness in him. Awesome dude
SOAD will never get old.
And that's a fact
everyone's talking about "This is what's in my basket"but nobody says anything about "Crime and covered by sticker"?😂btw i love Serj and SOAD
Love SOAD and Serj can’t wait to see either live after the pandemic slows down
Serj seems like a really bright guy
he can say 2 languages perfectly and also listens to classical music yes he is indeed a very bright man
EG ZombieNation he can speak 2 languages*
I'm sorry but I can't stop laughing at 3:03
+Freezie Pop lmfao
+Freezie Pop he came
+Freezie Pop when u already came but she still suckin
He was getting a BJ!
Well lets say hes into it.
His goatee isn't centered and that was bothering me.
Alan Flores I think he is a side mouth talker. My coworker does that and I want to punch him in the face
thats a good pooint. side mouth talkers bug me
Yes indeed! It's annoying...
I know your comment was a long time ago, but ... I'M SO HAPPY I'M NOT THE ONLY ONE WHO NOTICED. Lol
Dear God it's killing me.
If Serj Tankian and Mike Patton made music together would be amazing
Yes but they have only one song together
Mike Patton is pure talent. ❤
this dudes music taste is amazing
that guy put out soooo many good songs back in my day
I love these vid's! These are great.
It's always awesome to find that a musician you like is also a great person.
"You can Zappa your way through it" is now my life motto.
One of the smartest guys in rock/metal❤️
What a sympathic guy
Ali Farka, Mike Patton and Ennio. Wow. All great musicians. Especially Patton.
He seems like a nice guy who's very intellectual & knowledgeable!
Big part of my young life and I can't wait to introduce my son to serj and system