“Maybe we’ll have Noel Gallagher come up and do a song…” 👀🎸
Rock fans love a bit of cheeky banter, and System Of A Down guitarist and vocalist Daron Malakian delivered exactly that during the band’s massive London performance, taking a playful swipe at one of Britain’s biggest rock exports – Oasis.
While addressing the crowd between songs, Malakian couldn’t resist poking fun at the Gallagher brothers, jokingly suggesting that Noel Gallagher might make a surprise appearance on stage.
The crowd immediately erupted with laughter and cheers as the comment landed perfectly, adding another memorable moment to an already explosive night.
🎤 Rock Meets Britpop… Sort Of
System Of A Down have never been known for sticking to the script. Whether it’s political commentary, unpredictable stage banter or genre-defying music, the band have built a career on keeping audiences guessing.
This time, however, it was all about having a laugh.
With Oasis dominating headlines following their hugely anticipated reunion shows, Malakian clearly saw an opportunity to poke a little fun at the Britpop legends. While there was never any real chance of Noel Gallagher wandering on stage, the joke instantly became one of the standout talking points from the evening.
🔥 Fans Loved It
Videos of the moment quickly began circulating online, with fans enjoying the unexpected crossover between two of rock’s biggest names.
Some joked that hearing “Chop Suey!” followed by “Wonderwall” would have been the strangest encore in music history, while others imagined what an Oasis/System Of A Down collaboration might actually sound like.
Safe to say… it would probably be absolute chaos.
🤘 A Band Still at the Top of Their Game
System Of A Down continue to prove why they’re one of heavy music’s most exciting live acts. Their shows remain packed with crushing riffs, massive singalongs and plenty of unpredictable moments that keep fans talking long after the final note.
Whether it’s launching into classics like “B.Y.O.B.”, “Aerials”, “Toxicity” or throwing in off-the-cuff jokes like this one, every performance feels like an event.
And if Daron Malakian is going to keep winding up other rock icons along the way… we’re absolutely here for it.
🤘 What do you think?
Would you love to see System Of A Down and Oasis share a stage just for the madness, or should those worlds stay firmly apart?
Let us know in the comments, butt! 👇🔥
Michael is the founder, editor, and chief riff wrangler behind The Riff Report, an independent Welsh rock and metal publication built by fans, for fans. With a lifelong passion for loud guitars, unforgettable live shows, and the incredible community that surrounds rock and metal, he created The Riff Report to celebrate everything that makes the scene special—from legendary headline acts and grassroots venues to rising bands that deserve to be heard.
A familiar face at festivals across the UK, Michael spends much of the year covering events including Download Festival, Bloodstock Open Air, Steelhouse Festival, Firevolt, Plumpton Revival, and many more. Whether he’s battling the Welsh weather on a mountainside, surviving a weekend in a muddy campsite, or squeezed against the front barrier with thousands of fellow fans, he’s always searching for the next great story to share.
As editor of The Riff Report, Michael writes festival guides, breaking news, album reviews, gig reviews, interviews, opinion pieces, nostalgia features, and behind-the-scenes stories from across the rock and metal world. His writing combines honest opinions, humour, and a genuine love for live music, bringing readers closer to the bands, festivals, venues, and people that keep the scene alive.
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When he’s not writing or interviewing artists, you’ll probably find him exploring festival campsites, photographing live shows, chatting with fellow fans over a pint, or planning the next road trip in search of more riffs, bigger crowds, and unforgettable moments.
Above all, Michael believes rock and metal are about more than music—they’re about community, friendship, and creating memories that last a lifetime. That’s exactly what The Riff Report exists to celebrate.
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