The Rezillos – Zero

Releasedate: 2015; Label: Metropolis Records
By: Nina Mende

The Rezillos is a punk new wave band formed in Edinburgh, Scotland, in 1976. Although emerging at the same time as other bands in the punk rock movement, the Rezillos did not share the nihilism or social commentary of their contemporaries, instead took a more light-hearted approach to their songs, preferring to describe themselves at the time as “a New Wave beat group”.

Released in July 1978, the Rezillos’ only studio album “Can’t Stand the Rezillos” is now considered a classic album of the first wave of British punk. So this is their first studio album since then and is called “Zero”. It’s been a while. “Zero” is coming with twelve tracks. The album cover shows a birthday hat. This already indicates that this album is a party. So put on your dancing shoes and press play. The music on this album is not outdated although it has a touch of the 70s. Each song is absolutely catchy, some are gloomier than others, but the rhythm suggests to have fun. Most songs are sung by the female vocalist Fey, but Eugene, the other vocalist, and her are taking turns or even sing together. “Zero” is a very catchy album you can easily fit into your daily music playlist. And that’s not only for punk fans. But for everyone that loves good music that has depth and quality. So press play on “Zero” now and let The Rezillos take you on a journey through their world.

Tracklist: 01. Groovy Room 02. Number One Boy 03. Life’s A Bitch 04. Tiny Boy 05. You’re So Deep 06. Animal 07. She’s The Bad One 08. Zero 09. Sorry About Tomorrow 10. Nearly Human 11. Spike Heel Assassin 12. Out Of This World

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