The band's latest album, entitled The Tipping Point was released on April 2nd 2013. The band toured with Rehab on the "Lack of Luxury" 2007 tour. This album is the final one featuring Jeremy Wood on bass, leaving in November 2006 due to personal differences within the band.
Lead singer Jason DeVore has also released material as a solo artist.
Authority Zero was started in 1994 when Bill Marcks met Jason DeVore at Westwood High School. Marcks didn't actually meet DeVore until the summer of 1995, until then Authority Zero consisted of two guitarists (Marcks & Jerry Douglas) and a drummer J.W. Gordon, all from Westwood. This trio put a few songs together without lyrics or basslines. When that summer rolled around, Douglas was expecting the yearly visit of his friend Jason DeVore, from Wyoming. Douglas introduced his long time friend and Marcks jokingly asked if he wanted to be their singer, soon later it was no joke.
Marcks was impressed with DeVore's ability to "write catchy songs in fifteen minutes with really sticky hooks". The two quickly enlisted Jeremy Wood on bass. His experience with lead guitar and musical theory separated his bass playing from others'. Not just a "follow along," his baselines were independent and yet fluid with the music. (Wood actually taught Marcks & Douglas how to play guitar). However, because of Gordon's commitment to the Air Force, his position as drummer soon had to be replaced. Fellow classmate, skateboarder, and drummer Daniel Garcia fit this empty stool like a missing puzzle piece. He brought a new charge and tempo that evolved Authority Zero's music into a faster, more complex, punk rock style. Eventually, however, differences and family obligations led to Garcia's exit from the group.
Marcks, Douglas, DeVore, and Wood finally came upon Los Angeles native Jim Wilcox formerly of Welter/The New Militia who's tragic events ended the group, and he fittingly completed the Authority Zero's lineup. Later Douglas also left the group and joined the Air Force.
After releasing a local EP that sold very well, Authority Zero released their debut album A Passage In Time in 2002 on Lava Records. The album featured a blend of genres including punk rock and reggae, with obvious Spanish and Portuguese influences. A Passage In Time included the hits "One More Minute" and "Over Seasons".
The success of A Passage In Time propelled the band into new popularity. Authority Zero appeared on many tours, such as Warped Tour, the No Use for a Name/The Starting Line tour, and Sum 41's "Sum on Your Face". The band has also toured with the likes of Everclear, Guttermouth and H2O.
In 2004, Authority Zero released Andiamó, again on Lava Records. "Andiamó" means literally "We go" in Italian, but can also be read as "And I am Zero", the title of their live DVD released following Andiamó. The album again featured a blend of genres and Spanish/Portuguese influences. Andiamó is somewhat politically charged, evident in the songs "Revolution", "A Thousand Years of War", and the cover of the song "Mexican Radio", originally written by Wall of Voodoo (the version that appears on Andiamó has lyric changes in order to make a statement against the 2003 invasion of Iraq). In the summer of 2006, Authority Zero released a live acoustic compilation album titled Rhythm and Booze on Suburban Noize Records.
The band's next album, entitled 12:34 was released on January 30, 2007. The track "Courage" was released as a single. The band recently toured with Rehab on the "Lack of Luxury" 2007 tour. This album is the final one featuring Jeremy Wood on bass, who left Authority Zero in November 2006 due to personal differences within the band.
On December 30th, 2008 Bill Marcks posted a blog on his MySpace stating he left the band to spend more time with his family and to focus 100 percent on his new band, Sanziggo.
Jason DeVore has also been working on a side project called The Bollox, an Irish punk band he started with longtime friends.
It has also been confirmed that Authority Zero is working on a new studio album to be released February of 2010.
Dean "DJ" Farmer resigned as the bass player on July 20, 2009 citing personal, business, and creative differences.
Jeremy Wood has rejoined Authority Zero as the bass player.
Revolution
Authority Zero Lyrics
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This is a blank space filled with all our fears
To make a move could be devastation
To take a chance is the way to face them
Make it a choice to take a different road
You want a revolution?
You gotta make a difference on your own
Want a revolution?
Stand up!
Stand out and make it known
You want a revolution?
You gotta make a difference on your own
Want a revolution?
Stand up!
Stand out and make it known
A new state
Renovation
A new day brings you to the nation
These days
Another way to replay
No replay
I think I'm better this way
Times up
I'm innocent, it's OK
Too late
I should've could've made me
Why wait ?
But in the end it could be my last big mistake
You want a revolution?
You gotta make a difference on your own
Want a revolution?
Stand up!
Stand out and make it known
You want a revolution?
You gotta make a difference on your own
Want a revolution?
Stand up!
Stand out and make it known
Face first
New days
Choices we've made
Face first
New days
The choices we've made
Face first
Our ability to choose
I make a change
Instead of saying that it's just fine
Time to open up and time to realize
You can make a difference if you try
You want a revolution?
You gotta make a difference on your own
Want a revolution?
Stand up!
Stand out and make it known
You want a revolution?
You gotta make a difference on your own
Want a revolution?
Stand up!
Stand out and make it known
You gotta stand up and make it known!
You want a revolution?
The song "Revolution" by Authority Zero is a call for change and a call to action. The lyrics present a world filled with fears and uncertainties, but also stress the importance of taking risks and making choices to create a different outcome. The line "Look at the blueprints as they disappear, this is a blank space filled with all our fears" suggests that the way things have been done before may no longer be effective and it's time to start anew. To "make it a choice to take a different road" encourages listeners to take control of their lives, to question and challenge the status quo.
The chorus repeats the phrase "You want a revolution? You gotta make a difference on your own, Want a revolution? Stand up! Stand out and make it known," emphasizing that change starts with the individual. The lyrics also touch upon themes of self-improvement ("I think I'm better this way") and taking responsibility for one's actions ("In the end it could be my last big mistake").
Overall, "Revolution" by Authority Zero is a rallying cry for change, urging individuals to take action and create a better world.
Line by Line Meaning
Look at the blueprints as they disappear
This refers to a situation where there is a lack of direction or plan, and everything seems to be crumbling around you.
This is a blank space filled with all our fears
The world can be a scary place, but sometimes we have to face our fears in order to create something new.
To make a move could be devastation
It can be scary to take risks, as they may lead to failure or disappointment.
To take a chance is the way to face them
Despite the possibility of failure, taking risks and trying new things is the only way to overcome our fears and create change.
Make it a choice to take a different road
If we want to create change, we need to actively make the decision to do something different than what we've done before.
You want a revolution?
The song poses the question of whether the listener truly wants to create change or is just talking about it.
You gotta make a difference on your own
Creating change is a personal responsibility that each individual must take on themselves.
Stand up!
This is a call to action, urging the listener to take an active stance and create change.
Stand out and make it known
Creating change involves not only taking action, but also making sure that others are aware of what you are doing and why.
A new state
This line refers to the possibility of creating a new state of being, whether that be individually or on a larger scale.
Renovation
Renovation often involves tearing down old structures and creating something new in their place, which is a metaphor for creating change in our lives.
A new day brings you to the nation
Each new day brings the opportunity to create change and make a positive impact on the world around us.
No replay
This line emphasizes the importance of making each moment count, as we do not have the ability to go back and try again.
I think I'm better this way
This line is about embracing change and recognizing that personal growth and development is a positive thing.
Times up
This line is a reminder that time is limited, and we must take action in order to make the most of the time we have.
I'm innocent, it's OK
This line is about recognizing that mistakes are a part of the journey and that it's okay to make them as long as we learn from them.
Too late
This line is a warning that if we wait too long to make a change, it may be too late to do so.
I should've could've made me
This line is about recognizing missed opportunities and the regret that comes with not taking action.
Why wait?
This line is a call to action, urging the listener to take action now rather than waiting for the perfect moment that may never come.
Face first
This line is about fully diving into the process of change, even if it is uncomfortable or scary.
Our ability to choose
This line is about recognizing that we have the power to choose how we want to live our lives and make a positive impact on the world around us.
I make a change
This line is about taking ownership of the change we want to see in the world and actively working towards it.
Instead of saying that it's just fine
This line is about challenging the status quo and recognizing that we have the power to make things better rather than accepting things as they are.
Time to open up and time to realize
This line is a call to action, urging the listener to be open to new ideas and opportunities for change.
You can make a difference if you try
This line is an empowering message that reminds the listener that they have the power to create change if they are willing to put in the effort.
You gotta stand up and make it known!
This is a final call to action, urging the listener to take a stand and make their voice heard in order to create real and lasting change.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: BRANDON L. LAWSON, CHARLES J. EPPERLY, GREG D. FORNEY, JASON M. DUBREE, JOSEPH B. III HEINL
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