About Me
"You have to learn the rules of the game. Then you have to play better than anyone else". -Albert Einstein
The art of songwriting and the ability to perform live are enhanced by the bond of friendship and brotherhood. Big Bad Zero has taken this equation straight to the stratosphere. BBZ, a Las Vegas based quartet, was founded in 1996 by vocalist/guitarist Nick Mattera, guitarist Dave Meeks, bassist Dan Gauthier, and drummer Rob Whited. From the downbeat, they knew exactly what they wanted to achieve with this project. Their goals were to create great music, develop a unique image, forge credible industry contacts, and build a loyal nationwide fan base. They were well aware that the combination of these elements would help lead them to undeniable success in the music industry.
This work ethic and commitment has since opened many doors for the band. BBZ has been invited to perform at many radio sponsored festivals and shows for stations such as WAAF (Boston, MA), WJJO (Madison, WI), KXTE (Las Vegas, NV), KOMP (Las Vegas, NV), KMXB (Las Vegas, NV), KXXR (Minneapolis, MN), WCCC (Hartford, CT), KLBJ (Austin, TX), KQRS (Springfield, MO), KDOT (Reno, NV), KRQS (Albuquerque, NM), WAPL (Appleton, WI), WRXF (Flint, MI), KQRX (Odessa/Midland, TX), KMJX (Little Rock, AR), WSTZ (Jackson, MS), WCPR (Biloxi, MS), KHTQ (Spokane, WA), as well as many others. The band also performed on NBC's "Las Vegas" and "The Jenny Jones Show".
BBZ has just completed their third, most advanced, and inventive full length album to date, "Imagination America". The new album clearly shows that BBZ has honed their skills even sharper as songwriters, musicians, and producers. "Imagination America" is packed full of massive hooks and clever production ideas that will leave the listeners emotionally lifted and singing the choruses for days. Dan Lavery, bassist for multi-platinum act, "Tonic", produced one of the songs on the new album. BBZ also hired mix engineer, Joe Zook (Counting Crows, Jewel, Anna Nalick, John Mayer, Vannessa Carlton) to mix a selection of songs for the new album. There is no question about it, BBZ has knocked it out of the park again with "Imagiation America".
As so many artists come and go, BBZ continues to move forward, fueled by their family-like bond and their love to create music. With over 1,100 live performances under their belt, one thing is for sure, you can count on BBZ to continue on for years to come!
