Zach (Vocals, Guitar, and Songwriter)
Charlie Trenta (Guitar)
Dominic Tancredi (Drums)
Neil Keating (Bass)
Michale Marrotta (Keys)
Influences
U2, John Lennon, Prince, Tom Petty, Neil Young, Bob Dylan, the Talking Heads, Peter Gabriel
Sounds Like
• “Zach is an awesome talent! John Lennon's compassion courses through his veins. I'm very impressed with this kid and believe he is a star! He is also a down to earth, level headed decent human being willing to do whatever it takes to make it. Also, I've seen him live and he's just as good live as his recorded presentation and a charmer as well.”
-Tom Kent
Elektra Records
Formerly a DJ on WIXY, WHBQ, WIBG, WLS, WAVA, WKLIF
• “ZACH’s performance is in a word, INCREDIBLE! I have never seen a solo performance like it. If you've never seen one of his solo shows you gotta go.”
-Rick Reich
Rudedog Music Promotions
• “Zach’s music is pop/rock at its best, with catchy hooks and insightful, clever lyrics. At times, Zach sounds like James Taylor, others like "80's group Crowded House. But through it all, he is forging his own unique sound that is getting attention.”
-Tim Busbey
Ashland Times-Gazette
• “He's (Zach) very cool. I think "Distracted" is my favorite one. I also love the guitars in "Son Of The Circus." Nice and crunchy. I hope it does well. He definitely deserves to be heard.”
-Maia Sharp
Singer/Songwriter
• “What's clear is that people loved Zach’s stuff. We received emails and message board postings from people who are blown away by his work. His music has touched many lives through this competition and we're all very grateful for his participation. Soul City Cafe is extremely proud of its association with Zach.”
-Ken Calhoun
Soul City Café
• “I enjoyed listening to the CD (Turquoise Dreams), someone (record companies, publishers, etc.) will recognize his talent.”
-Dick Clark
• “The CD (A Beautiful Possession) is excellent and a unique blend of acoustical showcases, lyrical magic and hard rockin’ electric guitar and drums. His soft voice has immense range and depth and his well-written lyrics are clearly understandable on every track.”
-Marly Kosinski
Kent Record-Courier
• “I put local CDs we get in the changer with four national discs to see if the local one stands out… when I heard Zach’s, I had to take (the CD) out and see whose it was. I said ‘Wow, this is really good. Who is this guy?’”
-Bill Gruber
Program Director 91.3 WAPS The Summit
• “Zach has the quiet intensity of Elliot Smith.”
-Jeff Niesel
Cleveland Free Times
• “The title track (Turquoise Dreams) and “Invisible Man” are songs that make you feel like you are experiencing brilliance on the rise.”
-Mike Farley
Michael J. Media Promotions
• “Zach’s not just good for his age; he’s just good.”
-David Martin
Scene Magazine
Thank goodness for appendicitis. If it weren't for a rather nasty attack of it, you wouldn't have the chance to see an "on the rise" musical star making his way across the country to a town near you. Meet Zach, an award winning Cleveland based singer songwriter, who after recuperating from the antics of a surly appendix with a mind of its own, decided to take up music and become a singer -songwriter. His lyrics are more world weary than is his age and he's been pounding the music circuit for the past 5 ½ years. His very first open mic set caused the club owner to book him for an entire year afterwards. His performance opening up for Chicago ended with band waiting for him offstage to congratulate him. His last CD netted him a phone call from actor Kevin Spacey who wanted to tell him how much he enjoyed it. Zach's music is thoughtful and provocative in a Lennon-esque- U2 kind of way and you can catch him live in a city near you very soon. Oh, and did I forget to mention MTV came calling and his song "Chase Me Away" is slated for the next Real World? Catch Zach quickly, this may be your last chance to see him in an intimate venue.
Zach's website: www.zachmusic.net
Zach has garnished such awards as Best Singer/Songwriter and is a 3 time winner of Best Pop Act in the Cleveland Music Festival. He has received over 1,000 Spins on WAPS 91.3 The Summit; was a finalist in the national Soul City Café Music Quest; receives over 25,000 hits and growing per month on the website; named in the TOP 5 Artists spun on WAPS 91.3 The Summit Radio; was invited to perform at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame; is a regular at the New York Songwriter Circle; has shared the stage with: Farm Aid, Chicago, Michael Bolton, Rick Springfield, Richard Thompson, Bad Company, Don Dixon, Michael Glabicki (of Rusted Root), John Eddie, Catie Curtis, Bo Diddley, Sonny Geraci, Mountain, Maia Sharp, Jen Chapin, Jen Foster (John Lennon Songwriter Winner), Buckwheat Zydeco, Michael Stanely
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Where's the Z message board? And why are you starting at 6pm Friday? I'm never going to be able to make that time :( :( I'm starting to have serious Zach withdrawls.
Hi Zach - Really nice:) Thanks so much for your friendship – Hope that you enjoy my music –Here’s my website – www.joe-calderone.com - If you get a chance please sign my Guestbook while you’re there - Have a great weekend – Joe
Thanks for approving my friend request. I saw you at relay for life this weekend and you guys totally rocked it and kept us moving! Is there a cd that has the songs you sang on it? If so, where can I get a copy! Keep rockin!
I've done "The City" a good handful of times now since the St. Patty's day show, but it sounds so lonely w/o your guitar behind it. just not the same...
Hi Zach,Great to have you as a friend!! Best wishes, Mike (Brett Huckfield's promo team). PS Please check out Brett's debut release 'Here Again' (available on iTunes, Amazon, Napster etc.) Hope you enjoy the music!!
Hey Zach, and of course the band- The show was FANTASTIC! The CD is really good too. Usually I find the studio versions of your songs pale in comparison to hearing them live, but this CD really captures your energy and charisma in a very professional studio sound. Well done. Peace, Love, & Chocolate Lisa
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