Serj Tankian Discusses Future Of System Of A Down
Tankian says the band has worked on the music themselves but they remain unsure on how to present it.
“We have [attempted to make an album]. We’ve discussed it and we’ve played each other songs, but we still haven’t come eye to eye on how things should be done for us to be able to move forward with it,” he told Rolling Stone.
Tankian addressed his relationship with the rest of the band, saying they all still get along, clearing up the stereotype that a gap between records means there’s internal issues.
He also spoke about his solo work, announcing there is music in the chamber to release. “I have a bunch of rock songs I’ve been sitting on. I’m still trying to decide what to do with them [laughs]. Maybe I’ll put out an EP or something. Having a young family, I really enjoy being home with my kid. When you put out a proper record with a band, you’re doing videos and press and touring, and you’re dedicating a few years to marketing your record. I’m at a point where that’s not what I want to do.
“I’m happy to sit down and have a few chats about a film score that I’m doing, because that’s easy, but dedicating two years to one project like that is difficult. That’s why I’m afraid of putting out my own record – not afraid, but don’t want to make that time dedication right now. So I might just put it out as an EP on iTunes and Spotify and do a few interviews and just let it be,” Tankian said.
