Title - Begin Again [2CD]
Artist - ZO2
ZO2, the powerhouse trio known for their electrifying live performances and T.V show “Z Rock”, is back and ready to captivate audiences once again. Breaking the silence with a new release, “Begin Again,” the band takes its first steps back into the spotlight with their brand-new label, Kivel Records.
Begin Again” is more than just an album title; it’s a declaration of a new era for ZO2. This 27-song (Two CD set) album not only introduces brand new tracks that showcase the band’s evolution but also unveils previously unreleased gems that provide a nostalgic glimpse into their musical journey as well as a special live bonus track.
This is the perfect package to satisfy the band’s loyal fan base, while being a perfect introductory for new ones as well.
The album’s title is a testament to ZO2‘s commitment to closing the chapter on the past while paying homage to the legacy that has defined them. It’s not only the beginning of a new chapter for ZO2 but a heartfelt tribute to their late brother and bandmate, David Z.
CD 1:
1. Begin Again
2. Temptation
3. Living Now
4. Dirty Water
5. Radio
6. Fly On Your Wings
7. Isolate
8. She Believes
9. If You See Kay
10. Ain’t It Beautiful
11. Comin’ Home
12. Everywhere
13. Get Up Now
14. Painted Lady
15. Show Me
16. No Way Out
17. Infinity Rising
This brilliant new collection opens on the mid-tempo rocker Begin Again and the free flowing prog AOR of Temptation and they are followed by the impassioned Living Now, the robust Dirty Water, the throaty, guitar and slap bass-fueled Radio, before we are brought forth the heartfelt Fly On Your Wings, the forthright Isolate and the stirring She Believes.
Up next is the inflamed If You See Kay and the profound Ain’t It Beautiful and they are followed by the rousing Comin’ Home, the ardent Everywhere, and then comes the propulsive nature within Get Up Now, the delightfully wistful Painted Lady, the motivated Show Me, the album rounding out on the powerful No Way Out, closing on a genuine keenness that drives Infinity Rising.
CD 2:
1. Z Rock
2. A Million Pieces
3. I Will Be Alright
4. Heart Of Confusion
5. That’s What’s Up
6. All Hell’s Breakin’ Loose
7. Complicated
8. One Love
9. Live Today
10. Waiting For The Bus/Jesus Just Left Chicago (LIVE)
The second disc opens on the hungry ebb and flow of Z Rock and the fervent A Million Pieces and then brings us the spirited I Will Be Alright, the forthright Heart Of Confusion and then comes the blues rocker That’s What’s Up.
Along next is the earnest rocker All Hell’s Breakin’ Loose and the alert nature found within Complicated, and they are in turn backed by the venerated One Love, the disc, this proclamation of Zo2’s musical rebirth closing on the prosperous Live Today and a mighty fine live coupling of Waiting For The Bus/Jesus Just Left Chicago.
“This album is testimony to our collective journey, a celebration of the new, and a respectful nod to where we’ve been,” says ZO2. “It’s a way to honor the memory of David Z and to continue the musical legacy we built together.”
Musicians:
Paulie Z - Lead Vocals, Guitar
Sean McNabb - Bass, Backing Vocals
Joey Cassata - Drums, Backing Vocals
ZO2 - Begin Again (Official Music Video)
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