Zs is an American avant-garde music collective, primarily known for their exploratory and often challenging approach to modern composition and performance. Emerging from New York's experimental music scene in the early 2000s, Zs has consistently blurred the lines between genres such as contemporary classical, noise, post-minimalism, and experimental rock. The group was founded by tenor saxophonist and composer Sam Hillmer, and over the years, Zs has seen numerous musicians join and depart, contributing to its evolving and dynamic sound.

The band's discography is as varied as it is intricate, showcasing not only a relentless pursuit of innovation but also a profound engagement with the physicality and mechanics of music-making. "Score – The Complete Sextet Works: 2002-2007" compiles the group's early forays into structured dissonance and polyrhythmic play, while later works like "Xe" from 2015, demonstrate the collective's penchant for tight, interlocking patterns and hypnotic sonic textures. With releases like "New Slaves" and its follow-up "New Slaves Part II: Essence Implosion!" Zs has continued to push the envelope, offering intense, cerebral compositions that challenge listeners' perceptions of music and performance. Even as Zs’ lineup changes, the collective remains dedicated to their core ethos of creating uncompromisingly experimental and thought-provoking music.

Genres

Brutal Prog

Laboratorio

Latest Release

Saindo da Lama

Zs

Single - Released March 2, 2021