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Formed whilst attending high school, Authority Zero came together in 1994, featuring Bill Marcks (guitars), Jerry Douglas (vocals, guitar) and Jason DeVore (vocals). They soon enlisted Jeremy Wood for bass duties, who had also taught Marcks and Douglas how to play guitar. As a talented bassist, his skills helped Authority Zero stand out from other punk acts, adding a sense of fluidity to the rhythm section. Jim Wilcox (drums) joined soon after, with the band beginning to play locally regularly.
Well-received early EPs and demos led the band to gain a contract with Lava Records, with whom they released their debut album, "A Passage In Time," in 2002. FInding hits with the singles "One More Minute" and "Over Seasons," the band established their presence on the punk rock scene, gaining high profile support slots with the likes of Sum 41, Everclear, Guttermouth and H2O.
In a short space of time, Authority Zero already had material for their second effort, releasing the distinctly latin-flavored "Andiamo" in 2004. Extensive touring followed before Authority Zero recorded an all-acoustic live album, "Rhythm and Booze," which appeared in 2006 on the Suburban Noize label. A support slot with Zebrahead helped gain new fans on tour, before returning with the more energetic "12:34," laying down some fast-paced punk.
In 2010, their fourth record found the band reaching the number five spot on the Billboard US Heatseekers chart, their highest position yet. Bassist Jeremy Wood unfortunately left the band in 2013, citing musical differences, shortly before Authority Zero unleashed their fifth outing, "The Tipping Point," again charting well.
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The punk rock band called Authority Zero, was formed back in 1994. The group has 2 guitarists and a drummer who all went to school together, where they began making songs as a bit of a hobby, they later recruited another member who joined as a bit of a joke they claimed, after a while of playing together though they decided to stop joking around and actually give it a shot. It was unexpected when I found myself actually enjoying their music because it's not really the typical genre I tend to listen to. This group however combines a bit of skate punk and reggae style with a bit of Spanish influence, which is pretty interesting to see. They released their debut album in 2002 through Lava Records, called 'A Passage In Time', which did pretty well for their first released album. The band are crazy at a live gig, everything I'd want from a punk rock band including crowd surfing, mosh pits, topless drumming and insane guitar riffs. You wouldn't forget being a part of that audience quickly if you saw them live, they are currently touring the US but if they came to the UK I'd definitely go and get a bit crazy at one of their gigs!
ehubb93
The genre of skate-punk is a subculture in itself so therefore any musician attempting to soundtrack this movement is likely to have a readymade fanbase from the offset. This premis is very true of Arizona band Authority Zero who have been playing together since the mid-90s.
Only lead vocalist Jason DeVore remains as a founding member yet there is clear rapport with the new lineup and they do well to translate the good vibes to the crowds present tonight. 'The Tipping Point' is the latest release and this album has seen contribution from every member tonight so therefore seems to be the most consistent performances. There is still leanings towards the band's past as they are unable to deny the popularity of albums such as 'A Passage in Time' and 'Andiamo'. It is great to see the whole crowd singing along to the choruses of 'Lift One Up' and 'Big Bad World'. They return for an encore as they tease the crowd first of all with a large instrumental section before leading into the intro of 'Get It Right' to mammoth cheers.
sean-ward
I thing they tried to do their best and for that I respect them.The place was small but enough for the 40 people that they were inside which they were seating also few of them.They have change a lot of group members and maybe that hat affect them.
I saw them a few years ago in Athens and there was a much better show and the people also more enthusiastic.
Unfortunately I cannot compare it with that Concert because of the people and the place.Maybe their are losing their touch or I don't know how to explain it.
I wasn't expecting only 40 people at Authority Zero Concert and the Half of them seating..
christos-aggelopoulo
This band is legendary. This was my first time seeing them live, ever, since I began listening to them in middle school (circa 2005 and last nifht was Dec. 7th, 2019). An absolutely amazing show they put on; I still tell people they are one of the most talented, well-put-together bands to have ever existed. When you combine that with their positive themes and energy, you have yourself one hell of a good time. There is no score enough high I would give them, so I'll say 11/10. ZEROS
ryan-zimmerly
Such an awesome show!Authority Zero puts on such a good show!! The opening bands did well too. Just and odd mix of bands to open for such an amazing headliner.
mjamal
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