ZIV is a piano alternative rock band from Los Angeles that takes the name from its leader, the Israeli-born
Ziv. Completing the band we find
Josh Taddeo on bass and
Mark Hartman on drums.
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"Symphony Heart" is Ziv's third overall album.
In the 13 tracks that compose the record you can find traces of great piano-driven alternative bands like Coldplay, Jack's Mannequin, The Fray, but even californian Thriving Ivory, expecially for the voice of Ziv that sometimes reminds me of Clayton Stroope's one: deep, emotional, melancholic at times.
It's hard to find a favorite track in such a good album, very strong from start to finish. Maybe I could choose the Keanesque titletrack, or the soul-oriented "Lay Down", that sends shivers down my spine; maybe the moving "A Love Like This" or "Everything You Wanted", with its rich texture and its brilliant melody.
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OK, I should name 'em all... what can I add? Great songs, very good sound, brilliant arrangements, excellent musicianship (by the way, Ziv played most of the guitars, bass and all of the keyboards: wow): there's everything. If you don't trust me, head over their website and get a glimpse of their art now!