SYSTEM OF A DOWN thrilled fans with their first live performance in 11 months at the Sick New World festival in Las Vegas, Nevada. Headlining the event for the second consecutive year, the band delivered an electrifying setlist featuring a mix of fan favorites and rare gems.

Kicking off their 27-song set with “X,” SYSTEM OF A DOWN seamlessly blended it with “Suite-Pee” and “Prison Song.” Hits like “B.Y.O.B.” kept the audience energized, while the first airing of “Innervision” since 2019 added an element of surprise to the night. The band also delighted fans with the resurrection of “Bubbles” and “CUBErt,” not performed live in nearly a decade.

The full setlist included:

• X
• Suite-Pee (partial)
• Prison Song
• Holy Mountains
• Soldier Side – Intro
• B.Y.O.B.
• Innervision (first performance since 2019)
• Dreaming (breakdown only)
• Needles
• Deer Dance
• Radio/Video
• Bubbles (first live performance since 2015)
• CUBErt (first live performance since 2015)
• Hypnotize
• ATWA
• Bounce
• Suggestions
• Psycho
• Chop Suey!
• Lonely Day
• Kill Rock ‘n’ Roll (first performance since 2017)
• Lost in Hollywood
• Aerials
• Genocidal Humanoidz
• War?
• Toxicity
• Sugar

Addressing his previous comments about touring and health issues, frontman Serj Tankian shared insights into his decision to scale back touring. He emphasized the importance of balancing personal priorities with professional commitments, acknowledging the impact of travel on his health and lifestyle choices.

Tankian’s upcoming memoir, “Down With The System,” scheduled for release on May 14, 2024, offers fans a deeper understanding of his journey and experiences within the music industry.

Meanwhile, guitarist Daron Malakian’s SCARS ON BROADWAY project made a long-awaited return with live performances scheduled for October. The band is set to support KORN in Los Angeles and perform at the Aftershock festival in Sacramento, marking their first live appearances in five years.