Posted on 04/07/2021 3:24:57 PM PDT by nickcarraway
"I think the whole world felt some relief that Trump was gone"
Serj Tankian has spoken of Donald Trump‘s departure from the White House, saying that “the whole world felt some relief” following president Joe Biden‘s victory.
The System Of A Down frontman, who released his solo EP ‘Elasticity’ last month, was asked about his past criticism of Trump in a new interview with NME, and whether he felt more hopeful about Biden’s presidency.
“The word is relieved, more than hopeful. The US president has way too much power in terms of Foreign Affairs, so it affects the rest of the world greatly,” he replied. “I think the whole world felt some relief that Trump was gone and that an adult was now in power.
“Does it go far enough for me as an activist, in terms of my wishes for policies about climate change, wealth redistribution, or free tuition and healthcare in the US? I would like to see all those things come into fruition. And hopefully, Biden’s administration opens the doors to some of those ideas that Bernie Sanders, Elizabeth Warren, and some other progressives were pushing for.”
He added: “Right now, it’s middle of the road for me, but compared to the chaotic policies of the Trump administration, it’s great.”
Tankian also addressed the conflicting political views between himself and his SOAD bandmate – and brother-in-law – John Dolmayan, who supported Trump in the run-up to the 2020 election and backed an investigation into the results in the wake of the former POTUS’ defeat.
Explaining that “a good band always has a lot of dynamics”, Tankian said the pair’s difference of opinion “became pronounced” during last year’s election campaign, “but it’s a new phenomenon”.
“Find someone who doesn’t have a brother-in-law with a differing political view, and I’ll find you an interesting family,” he added.
“Some of the bands that create the most elastic, interesting music are ones that have very interesting dynamics between band members. I wouldn’t change that. It’s better than four people making what I call ‘corporate music’ where they agree on everything and want to maximise their returns. That’s Pepsi. System of a Down has never been that. We’re fucking punk rock.”
Dolmayan also criticised the Black Lives Matter movement last year, subsequently claiming that people would no longer work with him now because of his controversial views.
You can watch NME‘s full ‘In Conversation’ video interview with Serj Tankian above.
I think certain African countries are where he had his highest approval ratings.
If only there was an actual “victory” of which to speak.
Never heard of the band, so I listened to a couple of their videos. There’s some talent there, largely wasted. The singer could have been good, but sounds like a spastic on steroids.
Serj is no exception. Younger Armenians are especially susceptible to Democrat brainwashing.
To call him a singer would be a great complement as he mostly screeches the lyrics of the songs.
There is a video of him singing "Holiday in Cambodia" by the Dead Kennedys with the Foo Fighters as his backup band. There his screeching makes sense since he's trying to replicate the voice of Jello Biafra who is no Frank Sinatra either.
“Who the heck is Serj Tankian??????”
Some “artistic” type that I have never heard of and will never miss. Holier than thou narcissist whom thinks his opinion matter.
Fortunately I have low self-esteem so narcissism is not a problem for me.
And by extension, supporter of JoeMentia's brown kiddie southern border sex-trafficking operation.
Probably has been shopping a few times, too...
The only person or name recognizable in your post is Frank Sinatra...
This guy is the only good reason that all musicians were shut down for a whole year;
Who the hell is this jerk?
This is the guy who blamed Bush for the middle east but said nothing when Barrack Obama set it back on fire or when Trump put out the fire and brought peace.
When Biden/Harris set the middle east back on fire, again, this guy is going to walk slowly backwards into the hedge, Homer style.
Serj Tankian? I knew a kid in high school who caught that in the shower after gym class, and he had a hell of a time getting rid of it.
Actually, a good friend of my sister-in-law. Can’t stand him personally.
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