2010DigitalBoy Posted May 21, 2005 Posted May 21, 2005 My mom is the biggest System fan on Earth, so naturally she got the Limited Edition CD the day it came out. After listening through it (its increadibly short) I must say, I think its their best CD yet. The lyrics were written by the guitarist Daron Malakian this time, and they are much different than Serj's lyrics. This time its less political, and more crazy. I must say, this is their most hardcore album yet. Six months from now, we'll be getting a taste of Hypnotise, their other CD. From this CD Id have to say my favorite songs are B.Y.O.B. and Sad Statue.
Semjaza Posted May 21, 2005 Posted May 21, 2005 It's a good album. I personally don't think it is as good as their last two (I don't include Steal This Album since it's more of a "collection"), but it still delivers. They don't seem quite as crazy on this one, but they do retain a lot of the humor that made them enjoyable. I can't see any System of a Down fan not liking it once they give it some time. I wound up liking it a bit more after I played it a couple of times. I'm also looking forward to Hypnotize. I wonder what direction that will go in... I'm under the impression that it doesn't really have the same themes and such as Mesmerize does.
conpiracymonki Posted May 21, 2005 Posted May 21, 2005 [SIZE=1]This is my first System album I've fully heard and I gotta say it rocks. My experiences with them before were limited to CD sessions to and from an amusement park with a friend on a coach like a year back, lol. So I can't really compare it the other albums or whatever. But I do think it's a solid album and I like how the lyrics are a bit deeper than you think at first. That and Cigaro owns your ***, lol.. [b]EDIT:[/b] Favourite 3 tracks in order: Radio/Video, Violent Pornography, Revenga[/SIZE]
Jake of Bodom Posted May 21, 2005 Posted May 21, 2005 [QUOTE=ThatOneOddDude]I must say, this is their most hardcore album yet.QUOTE] Wow. I think you're very very wrong. Both Toxicity and SOAD were much heavier than Mesmerize. I loved Mesmerize, so don't get me wrong, I just think it's not quite as heavy as the others. But anyway, my favorite songs are Cigaro, B.Y.O.B., and Violent Pornography. And Daran didn't write [I]all[/I] the lyrics, but he did write most of them. Serj still took part in many of the songs. My favorite album is still Toxicity. My Least favorite is Steal This Album, but then again, that's mostly just a bunch of B-sides and rare tracks and stuff like that.
2010DigitalBoy Posted May 22, 2005 Author Posted May 22, 2005 Just because Serj sings doesn't mean he wrote the lyrics.... Ajeh, you should really check out their other albums. Personally I like this one the most, but that may be because Ive only heard it 3 times now. Toxicity: 83, SOAD: 75, Steal this Album: 59, my mom's special Rare Tracks CD: 37, the System of a Down soul concert live: 15, everything else that has any meembers of System in it or is under one of their record labels: 24. I blame my mom. I really, really like this CD because its so upbeat, fun, and different. Also, I don't know that Hypnotise will be too different, Daron quoted, "We separated the CDs so that the songs would be more individualized and therefore more appreciated." The second CD will have 13 tracks.
Jake of Bodom Posted May 22, 2005 Posted May 22, 2005 Excuse me, did I [I]ever[/I] say that Serj wrote all the lyrics because he's the singer? Let's recap. [quote name='Jake of Bodom']And Daran didn't write all the lyrics, but he did write most of them.[/quote] I said he [I]helped[/I] write a portion of them. I'm not an idiot. I know that vocalists don't always write the lyrics. Just because your mom is obsessed doesn't make you an expert. And Toxicity still owns Mesmerize any day.
Mitch Posted May 23, 2005 Posted May 23, 2005 I guess I didn't realize this album came out so soon. It's been a busy time for me lately, so I suppose that's why. I'll be buying this album tomorrow it is likely then. . .I'll give my impressions then. I doubt I'll like this album better than their first, self-titled release. I love that record for its raw sound and just what it is in general. I see a certain someone hasn't come in here yet. Tony and a few others know who. Perhaps he just isn't around.
-tiGz- Posted May 23, 2005 Posted May 23, 2005 Alot of people are disappointed with the new album. Byob and violent pornography are my fav tracks at the moment, but i haven't really listened to the rest alot tbh. There old stuff is still better, up to now.
The Harlequin Posted May 24, 2005 Posted May 24, 2005 [font=gothic][color=darkslategray]I'm going to stand out a bit here and state that I actually prefer Mezmerize to their earlier albums, mainly on the basis that it's more experimental, which I consider to be a lot more interesting, and like on Steal This Album, they've really started showing the guitar talents in a lot more effective way. Sure, the standout tracks don't necessarily equal the standouts off earlier albums, such as Peephole or what not, but as an overall album, I definitely think it's the best to date.[/font][/color]
Bloodseeker Posted June 8, 2005 Posted June 8, 2005 Mesmerized is a kick *** CD. Its one of the few cases where I really like every song on the CD. My favorites are Radio/Video and that last song. (can't remember the name...) My friend has the CD right now... This morning, he asked if he could borrow it until he came back later that evening to burn it. (I usually sleep during the day) I have yet to see him since then. If I don't get the CD back tommorrow and he doesn't have a good excuse the next time I see him, I'm gonna have finish off that crappy walkman that he left at my house... (he's using mine)
Fall Posted June 8, 2005 Posted June 8, 2005 [font=Verdana][size=2]System Of A Down's new album is a party to my ears... :smoke: ..I dunno.[/size][/font] [font=Verdana][size=2][/size][/font] [font=Verdana][size=2]Anyway, I love this CD. "Bring Your Own Bombs" is a different approach compared to what they usually take to their music. Still love it, none-the-less. "Revenga" is another one of my favourites on this album.[/size][/font] [font=Verdana][size=2]System Of A Down has always been a part of my music taste, and I sure as hell can't wait for Hypnotize.[/size][/font]
Leofski Posted June 10, 2005 Posted June 10, 2005 I enjoyed Mesmerise, though not to the extent of Toxicity. In my opinion it has very good songs , BYOB, Lost in Hollywood and Sad Statue foremost, but lacks killer tunes that hook anyone who listens to them in, like Bounce. Then again the press are already touting Hypnotize as the band's masterpiece, so perhaps that's where they are.
2010DigitalBoy Posted June 10, 2005 Author Posted June 10, 2005 After hearing it a few million times, I must say this is one of my favorite CDs of all time. Radio/Video is quite possibly the greatest song ever. It has a very Final Fantasy 9 feel to it.
Guest PointeDuLac Posted June 10, 2005 Posted June 10, 2005 Yeh...I downloaded the CD a couple weeks ago. I say it's ok. My favorite songs on there are Cigaro and Bring Your Own Bombs. ^^
Bloodseeker Posted June 10, 2005 Posted June 10, 2005 [quote name='ThatOneOddDude']After hearing it a few million times, I must say this is one of my favorite CDs of all time. Radio/Video is quite possibly the greatest song ever. It has a very Final Fantasy 9 feel to it.[/quote] Comparing System of a Down to videogames.... *bitchslaps ThatOneOddDude* NO! THAT'S WRONG! GO TO YOUR CORNER!
Jake of Bodom Posted June 11, 2005 Posted June 11, 2005 [quote name='Bloodseeker']Comparing System of a Down to videogames.... *bitchslaps ThatOneOddDude* NO! THAT'S WRONG! GO TO YOUR CORNER![/quote] I'm sorry, but I have to agree here...
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