Shavo Odadjian

Shavo Odadjian, the bassist for System of a Down and Seven Hours After Violet, discusses his exciting new projects and reflects on the evolution of his music. He dives into the creative process of blending contemporary styles with nostalgic elements, and shares insights on collaboration in the metal genre. Shavo also explores the impact of social media on music today and how the industry has shifted from MTV to TikTok. The conversation wraps up with a light-hearted chat about video games, merging personal and professional lives.

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.