BREAKING NEWS: Serj Tankian Announces Second Marriage, System of a Down Postpones Tour Indefinitely
June 2, 2025 | Los Angeles, CA
In a surprising turn of events that has left fans stunned, Serj Tankian, the enigmatic frontman of System of a Down, announced this morning that he is preparing to marry a second wife. The unexpected news came during a press conference in Los Angeles, originally scheduled to promote the band’s upcoming North American tour.
“I never imagined I’d find love twice in one lifetime,” Tankian said, standing alongside both his current wife, Angela Madatyan, and his soon-to-be second spouse, a reclusive avant-garde artist from New Zealand known only as “Kaia.” The three appeared united and calm, fielding questions about their plans for the future, including a rumored documentary series titled Harmony in Dissonance: A Rocker’s Unconventional Love.
Tankian emphasized that the marriage is “an expression of mutual understanding, artistic evolution, and cross-cultural resonance.” He later added with a grin, “Besides, System of a Down has always believed in breaking conventions.”
However, the announcement also came with a significant consequence—System of a Down’s highly anticipated 2025 tour has been officially postponed.
“Between the wedding, pre-production of our new conceptual album Polyamory in C Minor, and planning a joint art installation in Auckland, I just can’t commit to the road right now,” Tankian explained.
Bandmates Daron Malakian, Shavo Odadjian, and John Dolmayan appeared supportive—though somewhat bewildered—during a separate Instagram Live session. “We’re happy for Serj,” said Malakian, “but I was also really looking forward to playing Soldier Field. Guess we’ll just jam in my garage for now.”
Fans worldwide reacted with a mix of shock, support, and confusion. “I bought VIP tickets and now I’m reading this?!” one fan tweeted. Others applauded the singer’s commitment to personal happiness and creative freedom.
No new tour dates have been announced, but representatives confirmed that all ticket holders will receive full refunds or the option to transfer their passes to a future show—“whenever that may be.”
In the meantime, Serj plans to release a spoken-word EP inspired by the experience, tentatively titled Two Hearts, One Mic.
