Zao: Lesser Lights of Heaven
In their 10+ years of existence, one could say that ZAO has definitely had enough highs and lows to make for a great documentary.  Now with over 200,000 records sold over their career, that time has finally come as Ferret releases the band’s (and the label’s) first ever DVD, "The Lesser Lights Of Heaven".This 2-DISC, 6-HOUR DVD, is directed by Alternative Press writer and longtime friend and manager Ryan J. Downey.  It captures the band from their beginnings in Greensburg, PA, and follows them as they crossover their faith-based hardcore music to the masses.  ZAO tells their story in their own words in a revealing full-length documentary. It including interviews with several ex-members, A&R; folks, producers and friends and a multitude of footage shot over the years by professionals and fans.This release also has, not one, but THREE full-length concerts, including: a full live set from this summer's "Strhess Tour" shot in San Diego, California; a full live set from January's "Praise The War Machine" tour shot in Pomona, California; and over a dozen songs from various eras.In addition, there is live footage from over the years, including the infamous show where the band broke up onstage, as well as Cornerstone and Warped tour footage capturing the band in front of tens of thousands of people.