British electronic music duo Zero 7 blend soulful sounds with downbeat vibes for a unique soundscape.
List of Zero 7's featurings
Sia, José González, Tina Dico & Danny Lanois
Zero 7 members' ages
Zero 7 members are currently 50 & 49 years old.
Zero 7's country of origin
Zero 7 is from United Kingdom.
Zero 7 members' real names
Zero 7 members' real names are Henry Binns & Sam Hardaker.
The Success Story of Zero 7
What is Zero 7?
Zero 7 is a British electronic music duo from London. It was formed in 1997 by Henry Binns and Sam Hardaker. The band’s name originates from the number of days they had to finish their first album.
History
Binns and Hardaker first met at a party in London in 1996. They created their own label, Ultimate Dilemma Records, and released their debut single “I Have Seen” in 1997. Their debut album Simple Things followed in 2001. The album featured guest vocals from Sia and Sophie Barker, both of whom became part of the core line-up of the group. The group released two follow-up albums, When It Falls and The Garden, both of which received critical acclaim. They also released several EPs and singles over the years.
Discography
Zero 7 has released four studio albums, including Simple Things (2001), When It Falls (2004), The Garden (2006) and Yeah Ghost (2009). Their discography also includes several EPs and singles, including “In the Waiting Line” (2001), “Destiny” (2002), “Give It Away” (2004) and “Futures” (2006). They have also collaborated with other artists, including José González, Tina Dico and Danny Lanois.
Legacy
Zero 7 has been credited with bringing downtempo chillout music to mainstream audiences. Their albums have been praised for their blend of soulful sounds with ambient and downtempo vibes. The band continues to tour worldwide and are highly regarded as one of the leading purveyors of electronica.
