ZFM (band)
ZFM | |
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| Genres | Alternative rock |
| Years active | 2015–present |
| Members | |
ZFM (short for Zen From Mars) is an American recording project formed in 2015 by members of Bang Tango, Kik Tracee, Enuff Z'Nuff, Flipp, and Fear Factory.[1]
History
[edit]Formation
[edit]The band was founded in 2015 by, then current, Bang Tango guitarist Drew Fortier, who after demoing songs for what was intended to be Bang Tango's next studio album, decided that the songs would be better fit for a whole different project; which led to Fortier forming ZFM with Kik Tracee vocalist Stephen Shareaux, bassist Chip Z'Nuff, drummer Mike Heller, guitarist Brynn Arens, and pianist K. L. Doty to complete the line up.
Recording
[edit]Recording of the band's debut album began in October 2015. Due to the fact that everyone involved resides in different parts of the country, each member would self-produce and record their parts at their respective home studios.[2] Fortier wrote all of the music for the album using previously completed and fully structured instrumental demos dating back many years; Shareaux then wrote lyrics to the compositions with each member adding their respective parts during the recording process.[3] Recording for the album was finished in the Summer of 2017.[4]
In May 2025, ZFM released the single "Poppy" as well as a July 18th release date for their album anthology.[5]
Members
[edit]- Stephen Shareaux – vocals (2015–present)
- Drew Fortier – guitar (2015–present)
- Chip Z'Nuff – bass (2015–present)
- Mike Heller – drums (2015–present)
- Brynn Arens – guitar (2015–present)
- K. L. Doty – keys (2015–present)
Discography
[edit]Singles:
- "New Leaf" (Matt Wallace Mix) (2016)
- "Poppy" (2025)
Albums:
- Inner Mission (2022)
- anthology (2025)
References
[edit]- ^ "KIK TRACEE, ENUFF Z'NUFF, FEAR FACTORY Members Join Forces In ZEN FROM MARS Project". BLABBERMOUTH.NET. August 9, 2016. Retrieved March 9, 2018.
- ^ "ZEN FROM MARS: Drew Fortier Offers A Glimpse Inside The New All-Star Band". Icon vs. Icon. August 10, 2016. Retrieved March 10, 2018.
- ^ Rocking With Jam Man talks with Drew Fortier, November 6, 2021, retrieved April 8, 2022
- ^ Rock N Pod Expo 3 Music Business Panel – Drew Fortier's Background, August 14, 2019, retrieved April 8, 2022
- ^ Olivier (May 30, 2025). "ZFM featuring members of Kik Tracee & Enuff Z'Nuff unveil single "Poppy" from upcoming debut album - Sleaze Roxx". Retrieved May 30, 2025.