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May 2024
1h 15m

Serj Tankian: How Can Music be Harnessed...

Rainn Wilson
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Rainn sits down with the iconic Serj Tankian, lead vocalist of System of a Down, for a profound exploration of music's transformative power. In this episode of Soul Boom, Serj delves into how music can change hearts, minds, and potentially the world. He shares personal stories and insights on the unique relationship between music, spirituality, and activism, ... Show More
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