SINGLE REVIEW: ZO “Never Meant”
Photo credit: Hunter Carrico
Fronting the guitar and drum while the voice gradually moving forward then distancing itself to the background, “Never Meant” by the Philly band ZO challenges your senses with an extraordinary sonic arrangement. Gina Zo’s stunning, expressive vocal soulfully lingers behind the woozy sound wall, dipping in various influences with powerful, unforgettable performance.
The moment of letting go of expectations opens up the door to a new adventure that could set you free. From Red Hot Chili Pepper-inspired guitar riffs, the vocal line comes in from a distance, slowly moving forward. There’s a sense of rawness and openness in the drum.
The captivating, expressive, and passionate vocal line is immediately the highlight that invites you into the more dazzling texture. Brewing in the overriding electric resonance is an unfamiliar feeling being evoked. “Never Meant” has a cinematic approach in its songwriting.
ZO brings something unexpected and exciting for their listeners with the joining hands of a range of gifted, seasoned musicians. Lead singer Gina Zo was featured in NBC’s The Voice, while veteran drummer Mazzenga is an experienced musician gigging among various musicians. Detulleo is a current film-scoring student at Berklee College of Music.
Written by Katrina Yang
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