Serj Tankian
Lead vocalist of System of a Down
Born
August 21st, 1967
57 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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Born in Lebanon and raised in the United States, this singer-songwriter gained prominence as the lead vocalist of the heavy metal band System of a Down. The band achieved significant success with the release of albums such as 'Toxicity' and 'Mezmerize'. The band's music often addresses socio-political issues, reflecting the singer's Armenian heritage and activism. Alongside a successful music career, contributions to solo projects and humanitarian efforts focused on the Armenian community were significant aspects of this individual's life.
Led System of a Down to Grammy Awards success
Released the solo album 'Elect the Dead'
Advocated for Armenian genocide recognition
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