Artist description zach|ziskin defines modern pop with a fresh, organic sound that wraps instantly memorable melodies in concise, hook-laden songs. The South Florida native's newest offering, real as the memory, showcases zach’s emotive vocals and personal, insightful lyrics. His rich, textured sound, steeped in classic pop sensibility, echoes the past but with a modern edge that draws from a wide range of influences. The result is an opulent record with rock-solid songwriting, driving beats and bold, crunchy guitars.

Music Style Pop, rock

Musical Influences Beatles, Jeff Buckley, U2, Jellyfish

Similar Artists Jeff Buckley, Coldplay, U2, Travis, John Mayer, Ours, Beatles

Artist History The buzz on zach has been growing at a steady rate. In May, 2002 he was selected to perform at SunFest, West Palm Beach's renowned music and arts festival, along with other top acts, including No Doubt and Nickelback. In addition, several of zach's songs were recently featured on the WB network's series "Pop Stars 2" as well as on MTV's original series, "Undressed." In the late '90s zach reached moderate success with the band Passion Seeds, voted "Best Pop Band by The New Times. As the vocalist, guitarist and songwriter for the group, he garnered accolades from both critics and a worldwide fan base, opening for groups such as Smash Mouth and Vitamin C. The band's success is ever-present. In 2001 zach’s song "Beautiful People" from the album release was voted number one for 27 straight weeks by the viewers/listeners of the Swedish website, popwire.com.

Group Members zach ziskin: voice, guitar fernando perdomo: guitar, vocals tony medina: bass, vocals derek cintron: drums, vocals

Instruments Vocals, guitar, bass, drums, strings, percussion, piano, keyboards

Albums Real as the Memory (2002), Release (Passion Seeds, 1999)

Press Reviews "One of the best sounding releases, ever, to pass the Indies’ desk--some major label A&R guy is gonna look like a genius when he plays this for his/her boss." -Richard Proplesch, Jam Magazine "Who says pop music can't be powerful and passionate? The multi-talented Zach Ziskin writes some sweet music, but not sweet like bubblegum, sweet like pure golden honey. Speaking of gold, this guy could write a hit song in his sleep…” -Mark Harris, Ink 19

Location Miami, FL - USA

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