Harakiri
by Serj Tankian
  • Record Label: Reprise
  • Release Date: Jul 10, 2012
Metascore
65

Generally favorable reviews - based on 9 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 9
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 9
  3. Negative: 0 out of 9
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  1. Q Magazine
    Aug 20, 2012
    60
    As ever, his lyrics are oblique yet thought-provoking, if sometimes unwieldy. [Sep 2012, p.112]
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  2. Rock Sound
    Aug 7, 2012
    70
    Though occasionally difficult to digest, 'Harakiri' is nevertheless a worthwhile and intriguing listen.
  3. Sputnikmusic
    Jul 25, 2012
    70
    In summary, it's a good album and a perfect indication of the progress Tankian has made and will continue to make as a musician.
  5. PopMatters
    Jul 17, 2012
    40
    The most confusing, drab, inexplicable pop-punk album I've heard in years.
  6. Alternative Press
    Jul 10, 2012
    80
    Harakiri easily contains the best music released under the vocalist's name. [Aug 2012, p.92]
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  7. Consequence
    Jul 10, 2012
    60
    Throughout the album, it seems that Tankian is preparing the listener for something bigger, something serious.
  8. Absolute Punk (Staff reviews)
    Jul 10, 2012
    81
    So while the disc may not his best album, it is still one that makes you think and challenges you.
  9. AllMusic
    Jul 10, 2012
    60
    All in all, this makes for an album that, despite containing plenty of drama and angst, feels self-restrained by itself, making the whole thing seem conflicted instead of confrontational.
  10. Boston Globe
    Jul 10, 2012
    70
    There's never a ponderous or self-righteous feel to Tankian's tunes.

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User Score
7.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 39 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 31 out of 39
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 39
  3. Negative: 3 out of 39
  1. phantom_83
    Jul 11, 2012
    10
    A stunning album from a real genius. Beautifully crafted and masterfully written. This is probably the best rock album of the year so far.A stunning album from a real genius. Beautifully crafted and masterfully written. This is probably the best rock album of the year so far. The album is truly inspiring. The only problem is that I wish there was more.… Full Review »
  2. dani_soad
    Jul 14, 2012
    10
    This is the best Serj Tankian's work. Very strong music and well written lyrics. Some songs remind aggression of Serj from SOAD's albums. ThisThis is the best Serj Tankian's work. Very strong music and well written lyrics. Some songs remind aggression of Serj from SOAD's albums. This aggression was missing in previous albums.… Full Review »
  3. PStakhiv
    Oct 10, 2013
    8
    it's great album from Serj, could easily be considered as one of the best his of his solo projects. Some 5-star songs in it, like "Occupiedit's great album from Serj, could easily be considered as one of the best his of his solo projects. Some 5-star songs in it, like "Occupied Tears" and "Harakiri". Though there are some weeker songs like "Cornucopia"… Full Review »
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