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Neo-classic rockers Zebra return from hibernation with their first studio recording in 17 years. Unlike most bands, however, the trio remained active, touring the East Coast, with mastermind Randy Jackson fostering some low-key side projects (China Rain, Sign). Here and now, the one-two triumph of openers "Arabian Nights" and "Light of My Love" shows the boys haven't missed a trick since the halcyon daze of '80s AOR. As in Zebra's signature single, "Who's Behind the Door," Jackson still ponders deep thoughts like "Why" (a veritable "Blackbird" rewrite) and "Who Am I" (a bizarre take on the Bible with animal rights sentiments similar to the earlier FM chestnut "Bears"). And only Jackson could create a cosmic, comic crack like "So I Dance." Admittedly, the crass "Free" stands as one of his weaker moments, but Jackson soars everywhere else on Zebra IV: Freed from the sterile production marring the otherwise excellent 3.V, he pumps each tune with grandiosity while retaining his invaluable sense of melody. This vital component keeps Zebra dancing in the ruins of other post-pop/prog bands that search for vitality and marketability by sacrificing the simple hooks and passion that made them famous in the first place. Zebra is a proud dinosaur, and Zebra IV is an eminently listenable record of epic insignificance. Now here's hoping Zebra V comes along a little faster. ~ Whitney Z. Gomes
Photographer: Robert Geiger.
Zebra: Randy Jackson (vocals, guitar, keyboards); Felix Hanemann (vocals, bass); Chillie Willie (saxophone); Guy Gelso (drums).
Personnel: Randy Jackson (vocals, guitar, keyboards); Felix Hanemann (vocals, bass guitar); Chillie Willie (saxophone); Guy Gelso (drums).
Zebra IV Songs | 1. | Arabian Nights |
| 2. | Light of My Love |
| 3. | Who Am I |
| 4. | Angels Calling |
| 5. | K.K. Is Hiding |
| 6. | Free |
| 7. | So I Dance |
| 8. | Waiting to Die |
| 9. | World That Is Learning, A |
| 10. | My Life Has Changed |
| 11. | Why |
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Zebra IV Music Review Average Rating: (4.3 out of 5 stars)   List All Reviews Too Long in the making
This cd was too long in the making this should have come out years ago. Not there best but still its good. Must have for any zebra fans. Hopefully Zebra won't take for ever on there next cd....
Submitted by spiritman07 (MC, Louisiana) 
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 LOUSY sound quality
I actually agree with most of the previous reviews, good & bad. Yes this album is thankfully more like Zebra's debut and most of the songs range between good & great. However, as one other reviewer accurately noted, the sound quality is WEAK, especially the drums. This band still has it and I am most pleased to see them back but they are in dire need of a capable producer.
What could have been great has been rendered mediocre by an amateuristic
recording job.
Submitted by The Trooper (Marysville, WA)
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Expected more...............
I expected a lot more from Zebra - I mean, how many years did they have to write decent songs since their last album? A couple of good ones but that's it - Lousy production also - Stick with their first 3 albums, this isn't worth the money - sorry Randy, you missed the boat on this one.
Submitted by a reviewer (CT, USA)
Was This Review Helpful? Yes No  Excellent Comeback!
It is nice to hear that Zebra remained true to their signature sound and did not try to sound like nu-metal. This album is a triumph! Soaring melodies, lightning guitar, and majestic song play. Maybe this will be the album that will wake up people to listen to real rock music the way it was meant to be!! Zebra, Thanks for a great album!
Submitted by a reviewer (Austin, TX)
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Excellent work. All Zebra
I was curious to see if this new album kept the Zebra style of mellodic and heavy grooved music. I found that this work was all Zebra. Any fan of Zerba's previous albums will like this set. Its a little more towards the original or No tellin lies than 3.V. (less Synth) All in all... it's all Zebra!
Good Work Randy Jackson!
Submitted by a reviewer (Reedley, CA, USA)
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