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System of a Down’s Serj Tankian Announces New Album Covers, Collaborations & Collages Featuring Deadmau5

Serj Tankian, the iconic frontman of System of a Down, has officially announced his new solo album, Covers, Collaborations & Collages, arriving October 24, 2025.

The album promises to be a landmark release, pulling together more than a decade of unreleased tracks, high-profile collaborations, and reimagined covers that highlight Tankian’s boundless creativity beyond his work with SOAD.

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Deadmau5 Joins Serj Tankian on “A Seed”

One of the most talked-about moments from the record is “A Seed”, a brand-new collaboration with electronic music powerhouse Deadmau5. The track is already building buzz online as fans anticipate the collision of Tankian’s unmistakable vocals with Deadmau5’s cutting-edge production.

First Single “Electric Dreams” Out Now

Ahead of the full release, Tankian has shared the lead single “Electric Dreams”, which sets the tone for what’s to come. The song launches a ten-week rollout where a new track will drop every Friday leading up to the album’s release.

Collaborations and Covers Across Genres

The 12-track project spans a wide range of sounds. Highlights include:

  • A heartfelt duet with Bic Runga on Things Unspoken
  • A sweeping cinematic piece with composer Lucas Vidal titled Apocalyptic Dance
  • Fresh covers of Chris de Burgh and Armenian legend Ruben Hakhverdyan

With its mix of haunting ballads, orchestral arrangements, and electronic experimentation, Covers, Collaborations & Collages positions Tankian as one of music’s most daring and versatile voices.

Release Date and Details

Fans can mark October 24, 2025 as a major date in their calendars. For those who’ve followed Serj Tankian’s solo career alongside his legendary run with System of a Down, this album offers a rare look at the singer’s evolution and his collaborative spirit across genres.

Written by Brett Sellwood