"If the melodic end of the kingdom has been taken by Killswitch Engage then the extreme end belongs to Zao. No question." -- Metal Hammer

Zao's new album "The Fear Is What Keeps Us Here". Recorded by Steve Albini (Nirvana, The Pixies, Neurosis) the album combines the dark and creepy vibe of "Liberate" with the rock n' roll thunder of "Parade Of Chaos" or "Self-Titled" and the metallic fury of "The Funeral Of God." Zao's storied career was recently documented on a breathtaking 2-disc DVD set boasting over SEVEN HOURS of content called "The Lesser Lights Of Heaven."

Underoath, Unearth and As I Lay Dying all got their start opening for Zao. The band's music, stage show and lyrics have influenced everyone from Thrice to Fall Out Boy. The last two years have been Zao's most active ever, touring with Bleeding Through, Shadows Fall, In Flames and more.

A Dark new chapter in the unstoppable saga that is ZAO. "The Fear.." is a raw, unbridled testament to the power of Zao - The Power that influenced the likes of UNEARTH, KILLSWITCH ENGAGE, AS I LAY DYING, THRICE and much more.