ZED

Wrecking Machine

(Self-issued)

"Our songs are about science fiction, horror, some funny topics, and an occasional serious topic," singer Bill Lear told Quad Cities-based Echo, in October. "We sound a little like the Cramps, Reverend Horton Heat, and the Dead Kennedys."

That last gives indication of the band's touchstones. Many attempt to attain those iconic groups' statuses, a goal so ambitious as to usually be unrealistic. But, as the saw holds, the reward lies in the journey, not arrival.

ZED wreaks pugnacious Rock'n'Roll that has its twisted roots in both Punk and Psychobilly, with informative input from orthodox Rockabilly. Their efforts bespeak nimble muscularity; no unfocused blasts to be found. Self-penned material bombards in audacious fashion, but is dealt in judicious design. 

"Our live shows are full of energy an fun," Lear told Echo. "We play hard and fast, and people can tell we're having fun." 

Recommended: "Cemetery Girl," "Zombo," "Psychomachia," "Run Run Run," "Psycho Zed," "Rockabilly Psychobilly Surfabilly," "Death Race 2000"

Video: "Run Run Run"

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