The first song released for the public to listen to was 'They Say' on the 28th March 2008 via the band's website, http://scarsonbroadway.com, and MySpace.
On December of 2005, Malakian said in an interview that he "could release ten solo records tomorrow.". He also said, " I have tons of material laying around. After these albums," (Mezmerize and Hypnotize) "I'm gonna go off to learn how to brain and do something on my own, just like Serj. And no, System of a Down is not breaking up. We're just gonna do like KISS and put out our own solo records."
"Ghetto Blaster Rehearsals" (2003) was supposedly a leak of new Scars on Broadway material, but in a 2007 letter, Daron announced on his website that these tracks weren't in any way affiliated with the current Scars on Broadway and that the music is from an unnamed disbanded project from four years ago (featuring Casey Chaos on vocals).
The band's website featured a countdown timer, counting down to 15:00 PST of March 28, 2008. Additionally, above the timer, in quotation marks was the phrase "They say it's all about to end." When the countdown ended, the song "They Say" was made available on the site. The song is also available for listening on the band's official MySpace page.
Scars on Broadway played their first live show April 11, 2008 at the Whisky a Go-Go in Los Angeles, CA. They have also confirmed to be playing with Metallica at KFMA Day 2008 in Tucson, AZ. On January 22, 2008 Scars on Broadway were announced to be performing at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival on April 26, 2008. On May 17th of that year, the band also performed at the sixteenth annual KROQ Weenie Roast, along with Atreyu, Bad Religion, Flobots, Flogging Molly, Metallica, The Offspring, Pennywise, The Raconteurs, Rise Against and Seether.
On May 2, 2008, Scars announced on their official website that their debut album, Scars on Broadway, was to be released on the 28th and 29th of July.
In late 2008, the band entered a hiatus, with Malakian citing a lack of enthusiasm and "his heart not being into touring", as the primary reasons for the band's cessation. In April 2010, the band ended its hiatus, announcing a gig which will take place at The Troubador, Los Angeles on May 2, 2010.
On January 11, 2012 it was announced that they are currently recording their sophomore album and it is expected to be released sometime in the Fall.
On September 12, 2012 It was revealed that an EP will also come out, sometime around the release of their second album.
On September 22, 2012 Scars on Broadway performed at the Epicenter Festival in Irvine, Ca.
Current members:
Daron Malakian — vocals, guitars, bass guitar, keyboards.
Orbel Babayan- guitar
Niko Chantziantoniou- bass
Roman Lomtadze- drums
Former members:
John Dolmayan — drums, percussion
Dominic Cifarelli — bass guitar, backing vocals.
Franky Perez — guitar, vocals.
Danny Shamoun — keyboards, piano, percussion.
Jules Pampena — drums, percussion.
Exploding/Reloading
Scars on Broadway Lyrics
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I like, I like Jesus Christ mixed with suicide, yeah
I am, I am genocide mixed with Turkish lies, yeah
I like, I like Jesus Christ mixed with suicide, yeah
Exploding...
Reloading...
Exploding...
You live, you live on your knees, spread like a disease yeah
You live, you live on your knees, spread like a disease yeah
I like, I like suicide mixed with Jesus Christ, yeah
I like, I like Jesus Christ mixed with suicide, yeah
Exploding...
Reloading...
Exploding...
Exploding...
Reloading...
Exploding...
Well I like, I like genocide mixed with suicide
mixed with suicide
I like, I like Jesus Christ mixed with suicide
mixed with genocide
The lyrics to Scars on Broadway's song Exploding/Reloading describe a disturbing cocktail of themes: suicide, religion, genocide and lies. The opening lines express an affinity for a twisted combination of suicide and Jesus Christ. The following lines introduce the concept of genocide and Turkish lies being added to the mix. The repetition of the chorus emphasizes the destructive cycle that this volatile mix creates: exploding and then reloading into more destruction.
The second verse takes on a more critical tone, with the lyrics depicting a person living on their knees, spreading like a disease. This could be interpreted as a commentary on the complicity of individuals in enabling societal ills, such as genocide and corruption.
Overall, the lyrics to Exploding/Reloading are a vivid portrayal of violence, extremism, and nihilism. The song's heavy and intense music underscores the disturbing nature of the lyrics, creating a powerful and unsettling listening experience.
Line by Line Meaning
I like, I like suicide mixed with Jesus Christ, yeah
I am drawn to the idea of combining the ultimate sacrifice with the ultimate savior, even though they seem opposite and contradictory.
I am, I am genocide mixed with Turkish lies, yeah
I am a force for destruction and violence mixed with propaganda and deceitful narratives, implying a willingness to do whatever it takes to win.
You live, you live on your knees, spread like a disease yeah
You submit and obey others blindly, like an infection that spreads uncontrollably, and it's a pathetic and shameful way to live.
Exploding...
An expression of enthusiasm for the excitement and thrill of blowing things up and causing chaos.
Reloading...
Preparing for the next round of destruction and violence, suggesting that it's an ongoing cycle of aggression and retaliation.
Well I like, I like genocide mixed with suicide mixed with suicide
I not only approve of mass killing and self-destruction, but I also find it appealing to combine them for maximum impact, and I am not afraid of the consequences.
I like, I like Jesus Christ mixed with suicide mixed with genocide
I find it intriguing to merge the idea of redemption and martyrdom with mass killing and destruction, and I am willing to explore such twisted concepts without remorse or regret.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: DARON MALAKIAN
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