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Biografie
Zebrahead formed in 1996 in La Habra, California and originally consisted of Greg Bergdorf (guitars), Ed Udhus (drums), Ben Osmundson (bass), and Justin Mauriello (rhythm guitar/vocals). The members were all self-professed fans of punk acts like Green Day, Fugazi, and Descendents, but instead of making an appeal to ska like many of their contemporaries they sought inspiration in rap music. There decision to go in this direction prompted them to hirer 2nd vocalist/rapper, Ali Tabatabaee.
On 21 April 1998 the group put out a 26 minute self-titled demo through the label, Doctor Dream. This release showed much potential and landed them a record contract with major label Columbia records. Some of the tracks on the demo earned considerable public recognition as they filtered through various movies like David Spade’s “Lost and Found” and video games such as “Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3”.
Zebrahead’s mainstream studio debut “Waste of Mind” came out a little later that year and featured the two singles “Get Back” and “The Real Me”, the former of the two is credited as being the only Zebrahead single to chart on the US Billboard. “Playmate of the Year” followed in 2000 and the EP “Stupid Fat Americans” was released just a year later exclusively to the Japan market.
The band’s success continued to grow in Japan with their next studio album release “MFZB”. The album departed from the group’s saturated funk sound and embraced a more traditional punk style. It was certified gold in Japan and also peaked at no. 9 on the Japan Album Charts. Additionally the group supported the release with several appearances in Japan, one being at the Summer Sonic Festival.
Not long after the Zebrahead finished their tour through Japan lead singer Mauriello left to form a new rock group called Darling Thieves. Former Jank 1000 frontman Matty Lewis filled in for Mauriello and proved to be a good fit for the band.
The group’s 1st album with Matty Lewis “Broadcast to the World” came out on 22 February 2006 and received glowing reviews and drew comparisons to Rancid and the Clash. In 2008 Zebrahead released both the EP “Not the New Album” and their 7th studio album “Phoenix”.
Their proceeding release “Panty Raid” centered around the concept of covering girl groups. The band had briefly dabbled with this idea on the “Waste of MFZB” album on which they covered the Spice Girl’s “Wannabe”. “Panty Raid” featured covers ranging from Cyndi Lauper, Destiny’s Child, and No Doubt.
2011 saw the release of “Get Nice!” while 2013 saw the release of “Call Your Friends”, which was the band’s 1st album not to feature lead guitarist, Greg Bergdorf. 2015 welcomed Zebrahead’s “Greatest Hits? Volume 1” as well as “The Early Year - Revisited”, which is a collection of re-recorded material written between 1998 - 2003.
Live-Bewertungen
Seeing Zebrahead live is a whirlwind of excitement, energy and enthusiasm. This band has a great punk rock style that is effortless but at the same time you can tell that they truly care about their craft. Their set is fast-paced and they're well versed in getting a crowd pumped up.
While attending the show, it is impossible to avoid getting caught up in the energy that the band puts out and it makes the show all that more enjoyable. Zebrahead at Rock n Heim was an all-out party with massive crowds at the outdoor venue and even some particularly loyal fans dressed up in a head-to-toe zebra costume. The band's laissez-faire attitude about having a cohesive appearance only adds to the punk rock mentality; some of the members word sleeveless shirts while others had collared shirts and skinny ties a la Green Day.
They opened the show with "Hell Yeah" a speedy song that was perfect for getting the crowd amped. Next was "Call Your Friends" another super fast party anthem that engaged the audience and got them chanting along before leading back into the chorus that had everyone jumping and dancing along. If you're looking for a fun, insanely energetic punk rock show, you can't go wrong with seeing Zebrahead, a band that turns ADD into an artform.
I have been a long term fan of Zebrahead. But have never really had a chance to see them live. I saw them live at the Brooklyn Bowl, London.
For me personally, I would have payed the money I payed just to see the supporting acts. Man With A Mission really got the crowd going and brought Matty and Ali on stage for one of the songs they had made together (Out of Control).
Patent Pending worked the audience well and got them bouncing around and started the moshing. Patent Pending even organised a crowd surfing race, which started right next to me. All in all, Patent Pending gave a great performance.
When Zebrahead finally came on, they played 'Rescue Me'. By this point I had moved pretty close to the stage and during the heavy parts of the song, a mosh pit was in full swing. Despite the fact people were moshing, the fans were massively friendly. If someone fell over, they were swarmed by those around them to pick them up. They really engaged with the crowd and played a variety of their best songs. I came out of the show buzzing, watching the band so lively on stage made me the same. I would personally recommend them to anyone.
kikench
Californian punk rock outfit Zebrahead may have achieved moderate commercial success in their homeland yet it is in the UK that they are particularly adored and the fanbase has often been given cult status as people attend the raucous, lively show over and over again.
Lead singer Ali Tabatabaee is considered to be a determining factor in this loyalty due to his interactive frontman style and completely impassioned performance. Often stripping down by the end of a twenty song set, the lights illuminate the sweat on his torso and further emphasise the sheer dedication he has to the band, the music and the audience. You would think every track played tonight was a top 40 hit as the Brits intently sing back the choruses attempting to be heard over the crunching guitars and booming drum beats. There is huge respect for these punk rockers as the sheer energy they throw into every tour is worth getting a ticket even if you do not know the discography that well.
sean-ward
I've seen Zebrahead 3 or 4 times live, and they never fail to deliver an amazing energy and performance on stage. They were always having banter with the crowd and several times came into the crowd to encourage mosh pits and offered the mic. I have seen them play much larger venues before, and this was a tiny venue which was no where near full which I was surprised at but they are far less known in Australia compared to the UK where I've seen them play previously. But the show was just as awesome if not even better because it was much more intimate. I'd go see them play again in a heartbeat!
purpletaboofreak
Absolutely amazing!! I was in the first row and you could literally taste the amazing feeling that the guys brought to the stage! really awesome if they come to munich again, count me in!
sel-lery
I went to this show with my brother who is ZH fan and I am not but the show was great, I really enjoyed it, they really rocked the night. We managed to high five them it was cool.
ivan-goryachkin
Best band I’ve ever seen live, they interacted with the audience a lot, crowd surfing and doing everything you would expect them to do 20 years ago
Will definently go again
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