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The Zeros is an American punk-rock group formed in 1976 in Chula Vista, California. The band was originally formed with Javier Escovedo (vocals/guitar), Robert Lopez (guitar), Héctor Penalosa (bass) and Baba Chenelle (drums). Often referred to as "the Mexican Ramones," they were just one of many contributors to the city of Los Angeles' punk explosion in the late '70s, although they never received the acclaim like their contemporaries Black Flag, Circle Jerks, or Germs and Wipers. They have more followers and fans outside of the United States, especially Europe and Spain in particular. The label "the Mexican Ramones" did not take into account their other revealing influences: pre-punk and garage-rock bands. The Zeros make it evident on this album, releasing covers of New York Dolls among others. But the originals, for example "They Say (That Everything's Alright)" and "Handgrenade Heart," also exploit the spirit of loud, strident rock. There are also slow and melodic, sloppy and dirty pop songs to satisfy all tastes. The quartet broke up in 1981, reformed sporadically for live shows, and recorded a 1999 album Right Now!. An excellent album. Ideal to have a good time and enjoy good rock.
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MR 7362EP
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The Zeros is a pioneer punk rock band formed in 1976 in Chula Vista, California. Comparisons with The Ramones are often made when describing the energetic and fierce guitar driven sound of the group. This is their second single, released in 1978 on Greg Shaw's very own Bomp! Records (after the fantastic 1977 "Don't Push Me Around" single). "Wild Weekend" is another boss one by Javier Escovedo and it also has Robert Lopez's fantastic "Beat Your Heart Out" on the flip. These first singles recorded by the band instantly catapulted The Zeros into a top draw on the local scene and have become legendary. First time reissue!
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The Zeros is a pioneer punk rock band formed in 1976 in Chula Vista, California. Comparisons with The Ramones are often made when describing the energetic and fierce guitar driven sound of the group. This is their debut single, released in 1977 on Greg Shaw's very own Bomp! Records. "Don't Push Me Around" and "Wimp" are among the greatest punk rock songs of all time, written by Javier Escovedo. It was followed by another single in 1978, "Wild Weekend." These first singles recorded by the band instantly catapulted The Zeros into a top draw on the local scene and have become legendary. First time single reissue in almost four decades!
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The Zeros is a pioneer punk rock band formed in 1976 in Chula Vista, California. Comparisons with The Ramones are often made when describing the energetic and fierce guitar driven sound of the group. After a two-year gap, following their two first singles on Greg Shaw's very own Bomp! Records, the band released this third 45 on Test Tube Records. "They Say That (Everything's Alright)" is a fabulous song by Hector Peñalosa. "Getting Nowhere Fast" is another classic by Javier Escovedo. In spite of the excellence of these two tracks, The Zeros lost the momentum generated by the first two singles, leaving the third as an afterthought. Soon after, the band broke up. First time reissue!
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The Zeros is a pioneer punk rock band formed in 1976 in Chula Vista, California. Comparisons with The Ramones are often made when describing the energetic and fierce guitar driven sound of the group. After two decades without releasing any new songs, they are back with two new recordings that anticipate a forthcoming album with a release date yet to be set. "Nowhere To Run" was drafted by Javier Escovedo a long time ago while "In the Spotlight" is a recent composition and both songs retain the untamed yet melodic essence of The Zeros.
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MRDVD 009DVD
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2009 release. 30th anniversary tour, live at Gruta 77, Madrid. The Zeros should have been lauded in their initial lifetime but somehow it never happened. The band's first manager -- the legendary Phast Phreddie Patterson, takes the rap for the band getting tagged as the 'Mexican Ramones' right here on this DVD. With the benefit of hindsight, that may have been an albatross but there's no disputing that spiritually and sonically, they definitely had something in common. Their songs stand up better than a lot of '77 alleged brand anthems do. This performance from their 30th anniversary shindig has been captured for posterity. It underlines exactly what was, and still is special about them. It also indicates conclusively that they've still got it. Extras: TV show 1977; Super 8mm footage 1977; comeback show 1992; Interview with Phast Phreddie; discography; photos. Running time: approx. 120 minutes. NTSC/PAL multi-region format.
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