Every one always rave about Toxicity but in my opinnion the self titled album is just a notch better

I don't agree... the self titled album was great, but it feels like a bit of aared down Toxicity in places.... to me the band had found more of it's personality and flair by the time Toxicity was recorded...

I am of the opinion that Hypnotize/Mezmerize is their best work. If I had to pick one out of those two it would be Hypnotize. They had a sound way different than their self-titled by then though.

I listened to these songs which You listed :D Chop suey and Toxicity are awesome! ;p
I also found this song of soad: Violent Pornography. It has excellent text ;D

Thanks ;]

Probably one of the first bands to get me into the rock/metal scene as a kid.

Only purchased 3 of their albums: Toxicity; Hypnotize and Mesmerize. Felt Hypnotize was the album for me - Attack, Hypnotize and Lonely Day were all songs that I listened to daily, and fell in love with.
Toxicity was the next album I got by them. Once again I was impressed with their work. Chop Suey, Aerials, Prison Song ATWA, and of course, Toxicity, were all great songs.
Then I got my hands on Mesmerize. I had high expectations for the album, seeing as the first two I purchased left me with a smile on my face, but I soon realised this wasn't the one for me. The songs sounded bland, with the exception to B.Y.O.B..

Today the band is still a good listen to. Although I've drifted towards other genres, it's good to return to your roots once in a while. I'll certainly have to give their other two albums a try.

Personally i thought Hypnotize was pretty poor. I liked the debut, Toxicity and thought Mezmerize was a great album too. I used to play it alot when it came out. Hypnotize was such a let down though.

I dont listen to much SOAD these days.

System Of A Down are one of my favorite newer metal bands.
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Now playing: Death Angel - Voracious Souls
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they are ok

My favorite SOAD song:

European Dates Announced

Hello All,

We are excited to announce that System will be playing some dates together in 2011.

We also want to thank you for your loyalty and support, not only to System Of A Down, but to all of our solo efforts as well. We have no master plan of sorts – we are playing these shows simply because we want to play together again as a band and for you, our amazing fans.

The list of dates and on-sale information for these shows is below.

We look forward to seeing all of you!

Peace,

System Of A Down

6/2/11 – Italy, Milan, Milan Fiera Arena (on-sale Dec 1 @ 10am)
6/4/11 – Germany, Nurnberg, Rock im Park (AVAILABLE NOW)
6/5/11 – Germany, Nurburgring, Rock am Ring (AVAILABLE NOW)
6/6/11 – France, Paris, Omnisports de Bercy (on-sale Dec 14 @ 10am)
6/9/11 – Switzerland, Interlaken, Greenfield Festival (on-sale Dec 1 @ 10am)
6/11/11 – UK, Castle Donington, Download Festival (on-sale Dec 3 @ 9am)
6/13/11 – Austria, Nickelsdorf, Novarock (AVAILABLE NOW)
6/15/11 – Germany, Berlin, Wuhlheide (on-sale Dec 1 @ 9am)
6/17/11 – Sweden, Gothenburg, Metaltown Festival (on-sale Dec 2 @ 9am)
6/19/11 – Finland, Turku, Provinssirock (on-sale Dec 1 @ 9am)