Discog. Discourse System Of A Down (with Benny Scholl from AVOID & Kevin Taylor from Pulses.)
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Mar 31, 2025 
In this discussion, Benny Scholl, the electrifying vocalist of AVOID, and Kevin Taylor, the dynamic drummer of Pulses., dive deep into the world of System Of A Down. They explore the significance of a band's personality in today's music scene and share personal stories about their connections to System Of A Down. As they rank the band's albums, they debate the impact of Toxicity's radio hits and praise the unique artistic choices in AVOID's upcoming music. The lively conversation highlights the blend of authenticity, humor, and emotional depth in modern rock.
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Personality Is Part Of The Sound
- Distinct band personality matters as much as the music for standing out in today’s crowded scene.
- Benny and Kevin say being unapologetically themselves made their bands more memorable and marketable.
Stagger Singles To Show Range
- Finish recordings in chunks and test different singles to see how fans react before committing to an album rollout.
- Benny says lead with varied singles to show range and then release the fun, signature tracks later.
Taking Mom To A Reunion Changed Everything
- Benny describes System Of A Down as formative for him, taking his mom to their reunion in 2011.
- He emphasizes how unique the band's sound is and that "no one else sounds like this."