Ohio based, nationally touring and regionally reigning – If you haven't heard of The Zou yet, you will soon.
Born in a Midwestern scene dominated by affluent white youths, The Zou is a transnational ethnic musical collective of 2nd generation Americans. They are the sons and daughters of Lebanese revolutionaries, Palestinian refugees, Italian grocers, and Chinese peasants. This unique background shows in the crafting of their indie rock. The Zou's music reflects a quality and creativity seldom found in mainstream music.
Since 2007, The Zou has been marching across the country, gathering the support of music lovers and critics. They have been described as "Intelligent and electrifying Nouveau Rock", "A dark assemblage of snarky lyrics, gritty bass, and 2 colossal keyboardists" and "Indie rock to be proud of".
The Zou is receiving rave reviews nationally for their unique approach to creating "non rock-inspired rock" drawing influences from such bizarre sources as Nintendo games and musical theater.
Their latest album ARCHAEOPTERYX was awarded #2 Album of The Year (4.5/5), by Sawkick Media beating out rock heavy-hitters Muse, NIN, and Foo Fighters.
The Zou has performed over 400 shows in over 25 states.
Instrumentation
Khaled Z. Tabbara: Lead Vocals, Guitar, Piano, Keys, Synth
Rob Thorndike: Vocals, Lead Guitar
Murad Ghazi Shorrab: Vocals, Bass
Billy LaGuardia: Drums, Percussion
Bernadette Illiscupedes Lim: Keyboard, Vocals
Website
Discography
Archaeopteryx (2009)
The Pinebox (2007)
Don't Dream it… Be It (the Zou's Rocky Horror Tribute) (2007)
The Zou (2004)
Video Disk (2004)
Sleazy Demo (2003)
Basement Tapes (2002)
Song Samples
Pinebox
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Everyone's Fault But Mine
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