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Count Me Out | Zero 7 | 1:26 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
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Mr McGee | Zero 7 | 4:18 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
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Swing | Zero 7 | 3:57 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
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Everything Up (Zizou) | Zero 7 | 5:19 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
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Pop Art Blue | Zero 7 | 4:23 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
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Medicine Man | Zero 7 | 4:32 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
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Ghost Symbol | Zero 7 | 4:36 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
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8 |
Sleeper | Zero 7 | 4:39 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
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Solastalgia | Zero 7 | 1:59 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
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The Road | Zero 7 | 3:42 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
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All of Us | Zero 7 | 6:20 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
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Methods | Zero 7 | 8:42 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
| Total: 12 Songs |
iTunes Review
Since their first album in 2001 the only constants in Zero 7 have been the songwriting and production team of Henry Binns and Sam Hardaker. Their usual approach is to bring in guest vocalists and then tailor songs around them, a proven formula that continues to work well on Yeah Ghost even as they move away from downtempo electronica toward something different, including hooky pop, modern soul, and atmospheric instrumentals. The main vocalists on Yeah Ghost are Martha Tilston (“Swing,” “Pop Art Blue”) and Eska Mtungwazi (“Mr. McGee,” “Medicine Man,” “Sleeper,” “The Road”), a pair of impressive singers with their own distinctive styles. Their voices are quite different from each other yet both shine here and the contrast between them gives depth and variety to the album. (Binns himself performs lead vocals on “Everything Up (Zizou).”) The production is predictably superb and features a wealth of subtle touches that complement the music without overwhelming the vocalists or the songs. Yeah Ghost is a fabulous new direction for Zero 7 and a brilliant slice of soulful electronica.
Customer Reviews
Not the Zero 7 that once was...
I've been a fan of Zero 7 since their first release, Simple Things. I can say that album in addition to their second, When It Falls, are two of the best in my collection, and after years are still in heavy rotation. They changed things up a bit on The Garden, and to me didn't quite live up to their potential. I still hung in there with them because I respect the need for musicians to grow. This album is a sad representation of the Zero 7 of the past. I wish the guys the best, and remain hopeful the next release will be for the old school fans because this one, clearly, is not.
Here
I originally wrote another review, but now feel the need to amend/clarify it based on further listening to the album. To me, this album sounds more like it should be the band's first release than their fourth. Their first several albums (especially the first two) had such a harmonious, mature sound. For all its experimentation, this album sounds like it's searching for something which never quite materializes. What I always loved about Zero 7 is that while being downtempo and somewhat experimental at times, their music always had this otherworldly lushness to it, and often featured a very deep, solid groove. While their past efforts were largely smooth around the edges and warm (you know, the kind of music you could listen to and feel like you weren't sober, even when you were), many of the tracks on this new album strike me as being angular and a bit detached... With a few exceptions, they're just not as deep and lush as their past work. I don't care if artists change, that's part of what makes them an organic beings. My problem here is that they've changed in a way I just don't like all that much. Swing is a cute song... Sounds a bit like it’s destined to be in an iPod ad. Cute is nice, but not amazing. Sure, I also definitely miss Sia (and Jose), but my main problem with the album is that this new music just doesn't speak to me in the same way their previous work did. I remember I felt the same way about Air’s release of Pocket Symphony... Sometimes artists change for the better & sometimes they don’t. I know it’s all ultimately subjective, but the overwhelming opinion seems to be that Zero 7’s latest album is certainly not exciting the vast majority of people who are listening to it, and I think most (including myself) have gone in with the attitude that we love the band and really want to love this album... We just don’t. I’ll definitely give this new album a few more listens though in order to see if it grows on me... I sincerely hope it does.
Can't Believe It
I cannot remember Zero 7 ever having a bad album. There are only 2 good songs. I will remain a loyal fan, however I am very disappointed. There is always a first time for everything.
Biography
Formed: London, England
Genre: Electronic
Years Active: '90s, '00s, '10s
Top Albums and Songs By Zero 7
| Name | Album | Time | Price | ||
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In the Waiting Line | Simple Things | 4:32 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
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Destiny | Simple Things | 5:37 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
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Somersault | When It Falls | 6:56 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
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Passing By | When It Falls | 4:51 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
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Home | When It Falls | 4:36 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
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Distractions | Simple Things | 5:16 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
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Give It Away | Simple Things | 5:17 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
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Light Blue Movers | Light Blue Movers - Single | 5:28 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
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I Have Seen | Simple Things | 5:07 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
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In the Waiting Line (Dorfmeister con Madrid de los Austrias Dub) | Simple Things Remixes | 6:42 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
- $9.99
- Genres: Electronic, Music, Jazz, Big Band, Easy Listening, Bop, Rock, Adult Alternative
- Released: Sep 29, 2009
- ℗ 2009 Warner Music UK Limited
