Zero

Origin

São Paulo, SP

Genres

rock, new romantic, post-punk, art rock

Biography

Zero is a prominent Brazilian rock band formed in São Paulo in 1983, later relocating to Rio de Janeiro in 1998. Evolving from the instrumental post-punk and art rock project Ultimato, the group became widely recognized as a leading pioneer of the New Romantic movement in Brazil, blending atmospheric synth-driven textures with poetic and sophisticated lyrics led by frontman Guilherme Isnard.

The band achieved mainstream success with their 1985 debut EP Passos no Escuro, which earned a Gold certification and featured enduring hits like "Formosa" and "Agora Eu Sei", the latter including guest vocals by Paulo Ricardo of RPM. Following major lineup shifts and the release of their first full-length studio album, Carne Humana, in 1987, the group experienced periods of hiatus and reformation, collaborating along the way with notable artists such as May East, Vinícius Cantuária, and Kiko Zambianchi.

Throughout their decades-long career, Zero underwent numerous personnel changes while continuing to release notable material, such as the acoustic compilation Electro Acústico and the 2007 studio album Quinto Elemento. They have cemented their legacy in Brazilian rock history through enduring tours, anniversary celebrations, and new releases like the 2020 single "Quando Esse Mal Passar", maintaining a dedicated following across generations.