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 AndiamΓ³, again on Lava Records. "AndiamΓ³" means literally "We go" in Italian, but can also be read as "And I am Zero", the title of their live DVD released following AndiamΓ³. The album again featured a blend of genres and Spanish/Portuguese influences. AndiamΓ³ 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 AndiamΓ³ 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.
Bayside
Authority Zero Lyrics
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Well it's a new day breaking
It's been a long one let's just face it
You're holding on but the walls are shaking
This could be it
Could be yours for the taking
We always seem to be living for tomorrow
If you could clear your head and just swallow
So let me see
Just take a deep breath and count to three
All that matter is what steps are willingly
What's your next play
What should you say
'Cause I don't know quite honestly
Just take a deep breath and count to three
All that matter is what steps are willing to be
What's your next play
What should you say
'Cause I don't know quite honestly
But there comes a time when the truth gets in the way
And you face the awful ugliness at bay
And you tell yourself
Hey self it's not ok
Yeah there comes a time when the truth gets in the way
Let's face facts
Yeah you're barely alive
Come to think of it you're practically dead inside
It's no suprise you don't fear it
So as long as you can hear it's calling out
I'll tell you what I don't know what's worse
Drowning out here or dying thirst
Take a deep breath
Count it
1 2 3
Take a look around and walls are all I see
Wake me up
Well it's a new day breaking
It's been a long one let's just face it
Hold on 'cause the walls are shaking
This could be it
Could be yours for the taking
But there comes a time when the truth gets in the way
And you face the awful ugliness at bay
And you tell yourself
Hey self it's not ok
Yeah there comes a time when the truth gets in the way
There comes a time when the truth gets in the way
Yet there comes a time when the truth gets in the way (truth gets in the way)
And you face the awful ugliness at bay (at bay)
And you tell yourself
Hey self it's not ok (it's not ok)
Yeah there comes a time when the truth gets in the way
There comes a time when the truth gets in
There comes a time when the truth gets in
There comes a time when the truth gets in the way
The lyrics to Authority Zero's song "Bayside" are about facing reality and taking action to make the most of life. The song starts by acknowledging that it's a new day and that while it may have been a long one, there are opportunities to be seized. However, there's a sense of unease present, as the walls are shaking, and it's unclear what the next steps should be. The chorus encourages taking a deep breath and counting to three, emphasizing the importance of taking action in the present moment.
The second verse is more introspective, with the singer acknowledging their own feelings of being barely alive or dead inside. Despite this, they don't fear what the future holds as long as they can hear it calling out. The song concludes with a repetition of the idea that the truth can get in the way, but it's important to face it and take action, as life is short and uncertain.
Overall, the song seems to be about the struggle to find purpose and meaning in life, but also a call to seize opportunities and not let fear hold you back. It encourages listeners to face their fears and take the next steps, even if they're unsure.
Line by Line Meaning
Wake me up
Let's get started
Well it's a new day breaking
A new opportunity has arrived
It's been a long one let's just face it
Admit that it's been a long day
You're holding on but the walls are shaking
You're struggling to hold on
This could be it
This could be your chance
Could be yours for the taking
This opportunity could be yours to seize
We always seem to be living for tomorrow
We're always looking towards the future
If you could clear your head and just swallow
If you could calm down and make a rational decision
Our time here is all just borrowed
We only have a limited amount of time
So let me see
Let me take a closer look
Just take a deep breath and count to three
Take a moment to calm down
All that matter is what steps are willingly
Your actions are what matters
What's your next play
What's your next move
What should you say
What should you do
'Cause I don't know quite honestly
I'm not sure what the right answer is
But there comes a time when the truth gets in the way
But sometimes reality is hard to accept
And you face the awful ugliness at bay
And you confront the harsh reality
And you tell yourself
And you try to reassure yourself
Hey self it's not ok
That everything is not alright
Yeah there comes a time when the truth gets in the way
Sometimes reality is tough to handle
Yeah you're barely alive
You're just surviving
Come to think of it you're practically dead inside
You're emotionally numb
It's no suprise you don't fear it
It's no surprise that you're not scared
So as long as you can hear it's calling out
As long as you can hear the opportunity, take it
I'll tell you what I don't know what's worse
I don't know what's worse
Drowning out here or dying thirst
Dying of thirst or drowning, which is worse
Take a deep breath
Take a moment to relax
Count it
Count to three
1 2 3
Counting to three
Take a look around and walls are all I see
Everything seems to be closing in
Hold on 'cause the walls are shaking
Hold on tight, things are changing quickly
Yet there comes a time when the truth gets in the way (truth gets in the way)
Sometimes the truth is difficult to accept
And you face the awful ugliness at bay (at bay)
And you confront the hard reality
And you tell yourself
And you try to reassure yourself
Hey self it's not ok (it's not ok)
That everything is not alright
There comes a time when the truth gets in the way
Reality can be hard to accept
There comes a time when the truth gets in
The truth can be difficult
There comes a time when the truth gets in
Unpleasant facts can be hard to swallow
There comes a time when the truth gets in the way
The truth can be hard to face
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Viper3220
Damn! I feel like I just struck gold lol
I've never heard of these guys and they're incredible.
Love this song. I listened to it again at 90% speed and I liked it even better.
Mike Schreiner
Wait until you hear their first album from 2002. Your mind will be blown how good they were.
Rick Hagenj
@Mike Schreiner vvvvvvvvvvvv
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mijo91
Listen to their sing society's sequence π€
Understudy 77
This song is sooo good, sooo excited for the new album, hell I haven't been this excited for new music in years (probably since Tipping Point).
John B
Still have bruises from seeing them at their cd's release show. What a show indeed. Got to meet the band 2X the night before and see an acoustic set that was epic. Let's Go ZERO!
Rafael Radio-Morales
Really excited for this album. Cant wait to plug in and play it start to end. This is a great song.
Me Jo
as always nothing but greatness from the zero crew ....Thanks for another great song guys.
Ink Bomb
Rad track. This and 88 Fingers Louie makes for some exciting new releases coming up!