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2 new old Zao records

Posted by Loren on July 29, 2020

2 new old Zao records
2 new old Zao records

On Oct. 9, 2020 (and open for preorders now), Steadfast Records will release two new Zao records:

  • Preface : Early Recordings 1995-1996
  • All Else Failed (25th Anniversary Edition)

Preface: Early Recordings 1995 - 1996 features 14 recordings that range from unreleased demos with founding vocalist Eric Reeder to songs off the band's splits records and alternate versions.

As for the 25th Anniversary Edition of All Else Failed, the 2018 restored audio was re-cut as a 45rpm 2xLP. This comes packaged with new artwork, a 12 page lyric, plus photo booklet and download coupon. It will also be available on CD and cassette.

2 new old Zao records
2 new old Zao records

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