Zero 7 are an English electronic duo formed in London in 1997 by studio engineers Henry Binns and Sam Hardaker, flagship artists of the downtempo and chillout era. Simple Things (2001) — Mercury Prize-nominated, with early vocals from Sia — is the record everyone starts with, still lush and soulful decades on. Browse Zero 7 vinyl, CDs, and reissues at Wax Trax Records.
Zero 7 formed in London, England in 1997, founded by Henry Binns and Sam Hardaker, who met working as studio engineers. They became one of the defining acts of the British downtempo and chillout movement, known for collaborating with a rotating cast of vocalists, most notably helping launch the career of Sia, who sang on several of their early recordings. Their debut album earned a Mercury Prize nomination.
Zero 7 craft lush, soulful downtempo and chillout music blending electronica, nu-jazz, soul, and ambient elements with warm production and live instrumentation. Their smooth, atmospheric sound, often built around guest vocals, made them flagship artists of the 2000s chillout era and frequent reference points for the genre.
Simple Things has been reissued in anniversary and colored-vinyl editions reflecting its status as a downtempo classic. Original pressings and the duo's subsequent albums are of interest to electronica and chillout collectors.
Listeners new to Zero 7 almost always start with Simple Things (2001). For related listening, see and .
