Released: November 22, 2005 Recorded: 2004--2005, The Mansion Laurel Canyon, Los Angeles, California Akademie Mathematique of Philosophical Sound Research Los Angeles, California Genre: Alternative metal, progressive rock, heavy metal, alternative rock, experimental rock Length: 39 : 46 Label : American Producer: Rick Rubin, Daron Malakian Band Members: Serj Tankian -- vocals, keyboards Daron Malakian -- vocals, guitars, bass, keyboards Shavo Odadjian -- bass John Dolmayan -- drums