Serj Tankian is a Lebanese-born Armenian-American musician and songwriter. He is best known as the lead vocalist, rhythm guitarist and primary lyricist of System of a Down, which was formed in 1994.
Tankian in 2017
Tankian in 2006
Tankian touring with his backing band, Flying Cunts of Chaos, in 2008
Tankian in Armenia, 2011
System of a Down is an American heavy metal band formed in Glendale, California, in 1994. Since 1997, the band has consisted of founding members Serj Tankian ; Daron Malakian ; Shavo Odadjian ; along with John Dolmayan (drums), who replaced original drummer Andy Khachaturian.
System of a Down performing in Wantagh, New York, in 2012
Guitarist Daron Malakian met Serj Tankian for the first time in 1992 before forming the band a couple of years later.
Serj Tankian has gained a reputation for his large vocal range along with his unusual delivery.
Bassist Shavo Odadjian