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0 Serj Tankian Announces “Harakiri World Tour” * Critically Acclaimed New Album, Harakiri, Out Now
Singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, poet, political activist and System Of A Down front man Serj Tankian has announced an international tour with his solo band, The FCC. The October tour kicks off in London on 10/2 and stops in Germany, Holland, Italy, Switzerland, France, Luxembourg and the Czech Republic before wrapping up back in Berlin. A full list of the dates is below.
The tour is in support of Serj’s new studio album, Harakiri, his third solo album to date. In conjunction with the album’s release, Serj premiered the video for the title track, “Harakiri” exclusively on Rolling Stone.com and is now up on YouTube as well. Additionally, Serj had the opportunity to play “Harakiri” on Jimmy Kimmel Live! last week, you can watch the performance here.
“‘Harakiri,’ an infectious celebration of our collective unconscious suicide” explains Serj on the meaning behind his new album. “The message here is as important as the music as seen on the video for the title track – hear it, see it, post it, share it, love it, hate it, own it. We raped the earth yet don’t know why it strikes. Children outcry grandfather sky.”
Additionally, Alternative Press premiered the video for “Uneducated Democracy” today. The video was created by teens enrolled in a non-profit organization and technology school in Armenia called The Tumo Center For Creative Technologies. Tumo is an after school learning hub in Yerevan, Armenia where teenagers learn animation, video game development, web design, and digital media, in addition to a wide range of supporting artistic, technical and professional skills. Serj is currently on the board of advisors for Tumo and has been a supporter of music production programs at the school. Students that worked on the music video also created a behind the scenes look at how they created the video that can be watched here. Tumo is open to the public, free of charge.
North American Tour Dates:
| Sept. 19 | Vancouver, BC | Vogue Theatre |
| Sept. 20 | Portland, OR | Roseland Theater |
| Sept. 21 | Seattle, WA | Showbox at the Market |
| Sept. 24 | San Francisco, CA | Fillmore |
| Sept. 26 | Las Vegas, NV | House of Blues |
| Sept. 27 | Solana Beach, CA | Belly Up |
| Sept. 28 | Los Angeles, CA | Club Nokia |
European Tour Dates:
| Oct. 7 | London, UK | 02 Shepherds Bush Empire | Presale Jul. 18 – 20 |
| Oct. 8 | Manchester, UK | Academy | Presale Jul. 18 – 20 |
| Oct. 10 | Birmingham, UK | 02 Academy | Presale Jul. 18 – 20 |
| Oct. 12 | Hamburg, Germany | Grosse Freiheit | Presale Jul. 18 – 19 |
| Oct. 13 | Amsterdam, Holland | Paradiso | Presale Jul. 18 – 20 |
| Oct. 15 | Milan, Italy | Alcatraz | Presale Jul. 18 – 20 |
| Oct. 16 | Munich, Germany | Tonhalle | Presale Jul. 18 – 19 |
| Oct. 18 | Zurich, Switzerland | Komplex | Presale Jul. 24 – 25 |
| Oct. 19 | Paris, France | Zenith | Presale Jul. 18 – 20 |
| Oct. 21 | Oberhausen, Germany | Turbinehalle | Presale Jul. 18 – 19 |
| Oct. 22 | Luxembourg, Luxembourg | den Atelier | Presale Jul. 18 – 19 |
| Oct. 24 | Prague, Czech Republic | Lucerna Music Hall | Presale Jul. 18 – 19 |
| Oct. 25 | Berlin, Germany | Huxleys | Presale Jul. 18 – 19 |
0 New Releases for Tuesday July 10th
It isn’t a big new release in the world of hard rock and metal, but there are some notable releases worth checking out.
New Releases for 7/10/12
P.O.D. – Murdered Love
Blackmore’s Night – Knight in York
Kadavar – S/T
Two Minutes To Midnght: A Millenium Tribute to Iron Maiden
Mercury Tide – Killing Saw
Staind – Live From Mohegan Sun
Serj Tankian – Harakiri
0 Serj Tankian Offers Full Album Stream Of New Album Harakiri
With the release of Serj Tankian‘s new album Harakiri coming up on Tuesday, July 10th, fans can now stream the entire album on Red Bull’s website. Serj has a busy release week ahead of him in LA. He’s hosting a release event at the WBR Offices in Burbank on Monday, July 9th, performing the outdoor stage at Jimmy Kimmel Live! Weds, July 11th and at KROQ’s Red Bull Sound Space Thurs, July 12th.
Harakiri, the new studio album from singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, poet and political activist Serj Tankian is set to be released July 10th on Reprise Records/Serjical Strike. Harakiri, a Japanese word meaning ritualistic suicide, is the follow up to 2010’s Imperfect Harmonies and the third solo release from the System Of A Down frontman.
“Harakiri proves that Serj Tankian is not just one of the best vocalists in rock and metal, but one of the most passionate and provocative artists at work today.” – Revolver
Harakiri is presently available for pre-order on the singer’s official website. $2 from the sale of each pre-order will be donated to a non-profit organization to fight global hunger. Pre-Orders are also up at iTunes and Best Buy as well.
Serj and the rest of his bandmates in System of a Down will be performing a handful of dates in August. Serj is also confirmed to be part of Slipknot’s Knotfest August 16th and 17th.
Confirmed Serj Tankian Events/Tour Dates:
07/09 Burbank, CA – Release Event @ WBR Offices: moderated Q&A, meet & greet, signing
07/11 Los Angeles, CA – KROQ’s Loveline
07/11 Los Angeles, CA – Jimmy Kimmel Live! Outdoor Stage
07/12 Los Angeles, CA – KROQ Red Bull Sound Space
Confirmed System Of A Down Tour Dates:
08/02 Philadelphia, PA – Susquehanna Bank Center
08/04 Holmdel, NJ – PNC Bank Arts Center
08/05 Wantagh, NY – Nikon at Jones Beach Theater
08/07 Washington, DC – Verizon Center Arena
08/09 Boston, MA – Comcast Center
08/11 Montreal, QC – Heavy Metal Festival Parterre @ Parc Jean Drapeau
08/12 Toronto, ON – Heavy Metal Festival Downsview Park
08/14 Detroit, MI – DTE Energy Amphitheater
08/15 Chicago, IL – Allstate Arena
Confirmed Serj Tankian Tour Dates:
08/16 Council Bluffs, IA – Mid-America Motor Complex – KNOTFEST
08/17 Minneapolis, MN – Somerset Amphitheatre – KNOTFEST
New Photos: http://press.wbr.com/serjtankian
Official Website: http://www.serjtankian.com
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/SerjTankian
YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/user/serjtankian
Twitter: http://twitter.com/officialserj
0 Free Download & New Lyric Video From Serj Tankian
Serj Tankian Reveals Second Track from Harakiri, “Cornucopia” with Lyric Video and Free Download
Today Serj Tankian revealed his latest track “Cornucopia” through his official website. “Cornucopia” is the second song to be released from upcoming album, Harakiri. Fans can download the track for free in exchange for providing name and email at SerjTankian.com.
“Cornucopia” Download through SerjTankian.com
http://www.serjtankian.com/freesong/
Check out the Lyric Video for “Cornucopia” below!
Harakiri, the new studio album from singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, poet and political activist Serj Tankian is set to be released July 10th on Reprise Records/Serjical Strike. Harakiri, a Japanese word meaning ritualistic suicide, is the follow up to 2010’s Imperfect Harmonies and the third solo release from the System Of A Down frontman.
“Harakiri proves that Serj Tankian is not just one of the best vocalists in rock and metal, but one of the most passionate and provocative artists at work today.” – Revolver
Harakiri is presently available for pre-order on the singer’s official website. $2 from the sale of each pre-order will be donated to a non-profit organization to fight global hunger. The single, “Figure It Out,” is available digitally at services including iTunes, Amazon and Spotify. Fans can also check out the official video on YouTube.
Serj and the rest of his bandmates in System of a Down will be performing a handful of dates in August. Serj is also confirmed to be part of Slipknot’s Knotfest August 16th and 17th.
Confirmed System Of A Down Tour Dates:
08/02 Philadelphia, PA – Susquehanna Bank Center
08/04 Holmdel, NJ – PNC Bank Arts Center
08/05 Wantagh, NY – Nikon at Jones Beach Theater
08/07 Washington, DC – Verizon Center Arena
08/09 Boston, MA – Comcast Center
08/11 Montreal, QC – Heavy Metal Festival Parterre @ Parc Jean Drapeau
08/12 Toronto, ON – Heavy Metal Festival Downsview Park
08/14 Detroit, MI – DTE Energy Amphitheater
08/15 Chicago, IL – Allstate Arena
Confirmed Serj Tankian Tour Dates:
08/16 Council Bluffs, IA – Mid-America Motor Complex – KNOTFEST
08/17 Minneapolis, MN – Somerset Amphitheatre – KNOTFEST
Official Website: http://www.serjtankian.com
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/SerjTankian
YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/user/serjtankian
Twitter: http://twitter.com/officialserj
1 KNOTFEST: Reveals Line-Up for 2-Day Festival Set To Debut August 17 and 18; Slipknot, Deftones, Lamb Of God, Deathklok, Serj Tankian and More…
LINEUP REVEALED FOR FIRST-EVER
KNOTFEST
WITH SLIPKNOT, DEFTONES, LAMB OF GOD, DETHKLOK, SERJ TANKIAN, CANNIBAL CORPSE, THE DILLINGER ESCAPE PLAN, THE URGE, PRONG, GOJIRA AND MORE
FRIDAY, AUGUST 17 IN COUNCIL BLUFFS, IOWA
SATURDAY, AUGUST 18 IN SOMERSET, WI/MINNEAPOLIS, MN
TICKETS ON-SALE FRIDAY, JUNE 8 AT 10AM EDT
VIP PACKAGES AVAILABLE
TWO-DAY DESTINATION FESTIVAL
A CONCERT EXPERIENCE TO AWAKEN YOUR DARKEST SENSES
Step into an apocalyptic underworld where firebreathers, nightmarish creatures on stilts, fire and percussive light, and stunning visuals set the stage for an intoxicating and unforgettably sinister concert experience. The first-ever KNOTFEST–an extraordinary two-day metal and hard rock destination festival–will feature performances from SLIPKNOT, DEFTONES, LAMB OF GOD, DETHKLOK, SERJ TANKIAN, CANNIBAL CORPSE, THE DILLINGER ESCAPE PLAN, THE URGE, PRONG, GOJIRA and more. KNOTFEST will debut in the heart of America on Friday, August 17 in Council Bluffs, IA at Mid America Motorplex and Saturday, August 18 in Somerset, WI/Minneapolis, MN at Somerset Amphitheater. A list of artists performing at each date is available online at: www.knotfest.com.
“KNOTFEST is a chance for us to bring the sensory-overload of a wild European carnival fest to the heart of America,” explains Slipknot’s M. Shawn Crahan (Clown). “We’re thrilled to delve deep into our catalogue and play a long set for fans. This festival is meant to be touched, felt, smelled and experienced by everyone on top of seeing an amazing day of rock and metal.”
Featuring two heavy-hitting stages of hard music, KNOTFEST will create an intoxicating spectacle, as fans descend into a decadent apocalyptic underworld featuring circus big-top tents, pillars of fire, and amusement park rides–including the legendary Ring of Fire carnival ride (Saturday only)–while masked performers, firebreathers and nightmarish stilt-walkers roam the festival grounds. Interactive graffiti walls and a drum circle made of junkyard cars will entertain fans and artists alike in the immersive, dark apocalyptic atmosphere. Upon entering the gates, sinister surprises including a Slipknot museum and powerful, vibrant art installations await around every corner for fans to discover and explore.
Tickets for KNOTFEST go on-sale Friday, June 8 at 10:00 AM EDT at the festival’s website, Ticketmaster and the box office. GA tickets and a limited number of VIP packages will be available with amenities ranging from early entrance, a shaded VIP bar and lounge with a main stage viewing area (21+ only), VIP catered meals, preferred parking and a meet and greet with Slipknot. To view all ticket and VIP options for both dates, visit: www.knotfest.com.
Visit www.knotfest.com, www.facebook.com/KNOTFEST and www.twitter.com/KNOTFEST for the most-up-to-date information.
KNOTFEST:
DATE CITY VENUE
Fri 8/17 Council Bluffs, IA Mid America Motorplex
Sat 8/18 Somerset, WI/Minneapolis, MN Somerset Amphitheater
1 New Video – Serj Tankian – “Figure It Out”
Today Serj Tankian released the official video for his first Harakiri single, “Figure It Out.” The video was directed by Ara Soudjian. “It’s a comical political song talking about abusive capitalism and the differences created in economic stature and the reaction to it” says Tankian about the video. “CEOs have gotten away with murder, until now…”
Harakiri, the new studio album from singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, poet and political activist Serj Tankian is set to be released July 10th on Reprise Records/Serjical Strike. Harakiri, a Japanese word meaning ritualistic suicide, is the follow up to 2010’s Imperfect Harmonies and the third solo release from the System Of A Down frontman.
“Harakiri proves that Serj Tankian is not just one of the best vocalists in rock and metal, but one of the most passionate and provocative artists at work today.” – Revolver
Harakiri is presently available for pre-order on the singer’s official website. $2 from the sale of each pre-order will be donated to a non-profit organization to fight global hunger. The single, “Figure It Out,” is available digitally at services including iTunes, Amazon and Spotify. Fans can also check out the lyric video on YouTube.
Serj and the rest of his bandmates in System of a Down will be performing a handful of dates in August.
Confirmed System Of A Down Tour Dates:
08/02 Philadelphia, PA – Susquehanna Bank Center
08/04 Holmdel, NJ – PNC Bank Arts Center
08/05 Wantagh, NY – Nikon at Jones Beach Theater
08/07 Washington, DC – Verizon Center Arena
08/09 Boston, MA – Comcast Center
08/11 Montreal, QC – Heavy Metal Festival Parterre @ Parc Jean Drapeau
08/12 Toronto, ON – Heavy Metal Festival Downsview Park
08/14 Detroit, MI – DTE Energy Amphitheater
08/15 Chicago, IL – Allstate Arena
0 Serj Tankian Reveals Harakiri Album Art, First Single, Pre-Order Available Now
Earlier this week, Serj Tankian revealed the cover art for his new album, Harakiri, which comes out July 10th and released “Figure It Out,” the first single. “Figure It Out” is now available digitally at services including iTunes, Amazon and Spotify.
Harakiri is now available for pre-order in Serj’s webstore. Fans can advance order the album or pick up a limited edition Harakiri album bundle which includes a 18” x 24” lithograph poster, download of two bonus tracks (to be delivered on 7/10) and a CD. Both pre-orders come with an instant download of the new single, “Figure It Out.” $2 from the sale of each pre-order will be donated to a non-profit organization to fight global hunger.
Check out the Lyric Video for “Figure It Out” below!
Harakiri Pre-Order
http://www.serjtankian.com/preorder/
Harakiri iTunes Pre-Order
Last week, it was announced that Serj and the rest of his bandmates in System of a Down will be performing a handful of dates in August. Dates below.
Confirmed System Of A Down Tour Dates:
08/02 Philadelphia, PA – Susquehanna Bank Center
08/04 Holmdel, NJ – PNC Bank Arts Center
08/05 Wantagh, NY – Nikon at Jones Beach Theater
08/07 Washington, DC – Verizon Center Arena
08/09 Boston, MA – Comcast Center
08/11 Montreal, QC – Heavy Metal Festival Parterre @ Parc Jean Drapeau
08/12 Toronto, ON – Heavy Metal Festival Downsview Park
08/14 Detroit, MI – DTE Energy Amphitheater
08/15 Chicago, IL – Allstate Arena
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0 SERJ TANKIAN PUTTING FINISHING TOUCHES ON THIRD SOLO STUDIO ALBUM HARAKIRI DUE OUT THIS SUMMER
RECORDING SELF-PRODUCED ALBUM AT HIS OWN SERJICAL STRIKE STUDIOS IN LA
Singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, poet, political activist and System Of A Down frontman Serj Tankian is in his Serjical Strike Studios in LA putting the finishing touches on his third solo studio album, Harakiri, the follow-up to 2010’s Imperfect Harmonies, which will be released this summer on Serjical Strike/Reprise Records.
Much of the new record was written in 2011, which was an incredibly busy year for the diversely talented musician and what Serj describes as “the busiest, most productive year of my life so far.” In February, the rock musical Prometheus Bound,which he composed all of the music for, opened at the Oberon Theater at Harvard in Boston to rave reviews. 2011 also saw Serj release his second poetry book, Glaring Through Oblivion. He toured with System of a Down across three continents, performed with the Opera Orchestra in Yerevan, Armenia, where he also had political meetings with heads of state and hosted non-profit events. He then performed his first ever concert in Lebanon, the place of his birth, with the Lebanese National Symphony Orchestra. When he returned to the US, he finished writing four records: a jazz record, an electronic record he wrote with his friend Jimmy Urine of Mindless Self Indulgence, a full classical symphony called Orca, and the new solo rock record that he is currently mastering.
“The year 2011 started with a fire. Some kids in Piha, NZ were setting off fireworks that landed on my neighbor’s property and lit the whole hill on fire. I knew it was going to be a hell of a year and it certainly was,” says Tankian. “Within 5 days of that, reports came out about birds and fish dying in massive numbers globally. The omen was not lost on me. Varied creatures on earth were committing massive hara-kiri (the Japanese term signifying ritualistic suicide.) Do they know something we don’t about the coming times or the sustainability of the environment? That is the day I started writing this record.”
The symbolism of entire species eradicating themselves on a large scale struck Serj emotionally, and is an underlying theme on the entire record. He took that idea and went to work writing, incorporating all of the experiences of his chaotic year to make a different kind of record. “The record is different than any I’ve made as a solo artist. It is much more driving and punk oriented with influences ranging from goth to electronic to 80’s vibes, dynamically heavy rock to epic melodic songs. Lyrically, it spans the gauntlet of themes from personal, political and philosophical to spiritual, humor and love.”
He also tried to approach writing a little differently this time around. “I used the Apple iPad as a songwriting instrument to sketch out three of the songs on the record. We must trick ourselves into writing in different ways to get unexpected results.”
The new album is slated for a summer release, and is all performed, written, produced, and engineered by Serj. The album will also feature performances by Serj’s touring band, The F.C.C. – Dan Monti on guitar, Mario Pagliarulo on bass, and Troy Zeigler on drums. Dan Monti is also co-mixing and co-engineering the album with Serj. The album will be mastered by Vlado Meller (Metallica, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Kanye West, Beastie Boys.)
Expect an album announcement and new music from Serj in the very near future.
0 Serj Tankian “Imperfect Harmonies” Home Studio Giveaway
In anticipation of the release of Serj Tankian’s sophomore studio album Imperfect Harmonies on September 21st, Serj Tankian is giving you the chance to win two huge prize packs! One (1) Grand Prize winner will receive a recording software bundle of AmpliTube iRig/ AmpliTube Fender/ Miroslav Philharmonik plus the T-RackS 3 Mastering Software, an Epiphone Guitar, as well as the new album and a shirt.
One (1) runner-up will receive: Miroslav Philharmonik software, T-RackS 3 Mastering Software, a copy of the album, and t-shirt.
To pre-order the new album visit Serj’s official site: www.serjtankian.com
0 SERJ TANKIAN RELEASES “EMPTY WALLS” VIDEO FROM UPCOMING ELECT THE DEAD SYMPHONY CD/DVD
Serj Tankian has just released a performance clip of “Empty Walls” from his upcoming Elect the Dead Symphony CD/DVD release, due in-stores March 9th.
On March 16th, 2009, the Grammy Award winner and one of rocks most unconventional front men, took the stage at the majestic Auckland Town Hall in New Zealand with the Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra to perform a very special orchestral interpretation of his critically acclaimed debut solo album Elect the Dead. The dynamic one-off performance was recorded and filmed in HD by six cameras, and the dramatic result has been captured in Elect the Dead Symphony.
Elect the Dead Symphony will be released as a deluxe CD/DVD 6 panel digi-pack with an eight page full color booklet, on vinyl in a double gatefold jacket with full color insert, and as a CD-only version. Each version of the packaging features unique images not included in the other formats.
Reprise Records and Serj have also teamed up with Cinema Purgatorio to present a series of nationwide screenings of Elect the Dead Symphony.
Screening dates are as follows:
2/19 Portland, OR The Hollywood
2/19 Indianapolis, IN Republic Theatres
2/19-20 Bloomington, IN The Ryder at the Fine Arts
2/19-21 New Concord, OH Muskingum University
2/20 Providence, RI The Cable Car (9 pm)
2/20 Seattle, WA Northwest Film Forum
2/21 San Antonio, TX Alamo Drafthouse Westlakes
2/21 New York, NY The Leonard Nimoy Theatre @ Symphony Space
2/22 Somerville, MA The Coolidge Corner
2/26-27 Salt Lake City, UT The Tower
2/27 New Haven, CT Criterion Cinemas (8 pm)
3/04 Syracuse, NY The Palace Theatre
3/06 Shreveport, LA Robinson Film Center
3/07 Chicago, IL CIMM Festival at Lincoln Hall
Fans who pre-order the audio album now for $11.99 will receive access to their download on 2/23 – two weeks before the album is available in stores and from all digital service providers. Pre-order the album here: http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPreorder?id=351916561
For more info on Serj, clips from Elect the Dead Symphony, and more check out his new widget : http://deluxe.serjtankian.com/widget/
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