LOS ANGELES (Top40 Charts) Triple threat ZAK WATERS always leaves a mark. Unlike his contemporaries, the Los Angeles singer, songwriter and producer can do it all from constructing a track to writing the lyrics to performing it live with his band or in a DJ set . His impact is about to expand immensely with the release of his full-length debut album, LIP SERVICE - available exclusively now via a unique deal with Spotify.
Listen to ZAK WATERS' Lip Service now here: Zak Waters - Lip Service
On LIP SERVICE , shimmying between soulful funk savoir faire and fresh dance floor-ready pop , he cultivates an immediately seductive, soaring, and shimmering style of his own . WATERS puts it best though, "My music is definitely meant to make people dance. I like to think of it as disco at its core. There are elements of EDM and R&B at the same time. You could call it neo-funk-pop. I'll take that as mine."
The album's first single "Penelope," a catchy pop track WATERS penned about a young man's longing for his former babysitter, debuted in late August. Some critical quotes about the track follow below. Elsewhere there's soul meets dreamy indie pop tracks "
Dear John" featuring Audra Mae , a smart rumination on breaking up, "Sleeping In My T-shirt" and "Over You," which examines the some darker moments post-relationship. WATERS taps into real tangible emotion , extending beyond the feel good pop . LIP SERVICE also includes previously released cuts "Runnin Around" and "Skinny Dipping In The Deep End."
In conjunction with the album release, ZAK WATERS is in the midst of his month-long free residency at The Satellite in Los Angeles where he has been performing every Monday night with his full band to packed houses . Monday,
September 23 and Monday,
September 30 shows still remain.
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Penelope" in the press:
"
Penelope" is happy go lucky pop tune that is ruled by an instantly catchy hook that is a massive earworm. Resistance is futile. Zak Waters will have you tapping along the moment the song hits. I guarantee you." - Arjan Writes, Arjan Writes (8/27/2013)
"Los Angeles based artist Zak Water's coming of age pop gem has that infectious sound that everybody can get down to. It's disco. It's dance. It's good. - Clayton Warwick, The
Music Ninja , (9/11/2013)
"…'Penelope,' a sickly syncopated ode to his childhood babysitter. Colored with throaty guitar jangles, stabbing dream-weaving synthesizers, and a hook that will latch itself unapologetically onto your cochlea. It's a track that could easily seize the Top 40 radio." - Stephen Schmuldt, KickKickSnare (9/11/2013)
"OHHHHHH SHIBBBBBBB!!!!!!!! Penelope, please, please, please let me take you out. I'm not entirely sure who exactly "
Penelope" is, but SPOILER ALERT, she sounds lovely. It's coming toward the end of everyone's summer, and that means we should have one more amazing Pop ballad before summer's over. LA based artist Zak Waters is the dude, plain and simple. I've seen him in concert twice and the guy simply knows how to move a room, with his amazing vocals, funky instrumentals, and catchy claims." - Chance Denman, The Eargasm, (8/29/2013)
"With such a stealer voice, this guy has some real talent. His latest single "
Penelope" is just another fun electro pop track that will have you on your feet in no time. "- C. Moore, Good
Music All Day, (8/29/2013)
"…it makes me feel good…" - Arjun, Sunset In The Rearview (8/28/2013)
"'Penelope' is a pop-driven track that features upbeat rhythm and melodies, with lyrics that we all have experienced in our life. The lyrics derive from a young man yearning for his former babysitter. When I was younger, I had a hot baby sitter, so I am sure some of you did too." - Matthew Grimalda, Mix Junkies (8/29/2013)
"This song will make you happy instantly when you listen to it with its pop-electric vibe and upbeat tempo you will be bumping it all day guaranteed. Get ready to get on your feet and start dancing! " - Samkir Kegard, The Track Records (8/29/2013)
After he emerged with his first solo EP New Normal two years ago, ZAK WATERS collaborated with rising dance music prodigy
Madeon on his dance single "
The City" which peaked at #4 on dance charts . "Not Coming Down" with Candyland was also the #1 track on Beatport for two-and-a-half weeks. Besides his singing and songwriting, he has produced official remixes for major artists including
Adam Lambert , All American Rejects and Foxy Shazam . Most recently, WATERS has been in the studio and collaborating with some of the most highly acclaimed and well respected DJs and producers such as FloRida,
David Guetta, Benny Benassi, Mak J, Alex Gaudino, Felix Cartal , Hot Mouth and DCUP.
Watch the video for "Runnin Around" here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ztpTzfvh6ds .
Watch ZAK WATERS' AXS TV- Live Performance of "Skinny Dipping in the Deep End" here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lYbBKZSkprA .
ZAK WATERS live dates:
Mon 9/23 Los Angeles The Satellite
Mon 9/30 Los Angeles The Satellite
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