Rock Feed Shavo Odadjian (System of a Down)
Jun 13, 2024
Shavo Odadjian, bassist and co-founder of System of a Down, dives into his new heavy music project, Seven Hours After Violet. He shares the spontaneous origins of the band with Morgoth and their unique, rule-breaking songwriting process. Shavo reveals the search for a versatile vocalist capable of both powerful roars and angelic falsetto. He discusses an exciting label partnership, the mystique behind the band’s name, and the anticipation for brutal yet fun live performances, all while staying true to his artistic instincts.
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Origin Story: Meeting Morgoth And Writing Fast
- Shavo describes meeting Morgoth at a February 22, 2022 party and immediately starting to write heavy music together.
- They wrote everything in-studio over a year with no pre-existing riffs, documenting sessions on video.
Write For Yourself First
- Write for yourself and don't obsess over audience expectations.
- If you love the music, release it; personal satisfaction equals success.
Studio Immersion Sparked A Band
- Shavo moved Morgoth into his North Hollywood studio and they worked together three to four times a week.
- That close collaboration produced about five to six initial tracks and led them to form a band.