Zero 7 formed in 1997 in London, founded by Henry Binns and Sam Hardaker. Their music blends downtempo, electronica, and trip hop, delivering warm, melodic textures and soulful vocal collaborations. The duo’s breakthrough came with Simple Things (2001), an album that earned Mercury Prize recognition and established Zero 7 as a defining act in the early 2000s electronic scene. Over the years, they continued to innovate with albums like When It Falls (2004), The Garden (2006), and Yeah Ghost (2009), each showcasing their knack for lush arrangements and inviting atmospheres.
In 2024, Zero 7 released In The Half Light, a full-length collaboration with Swim Surreal on Make Records. The project spotlights contemporary collaborations while staying true to Zero 7’s signature sound. Singles from this era include The Crowd, Bloom, and Don’t Call It Love, illustrating their evolution while maintaining the emotive core fans expect.