At Zero by Kerosene 454
Originally released in 1998 on Slowdime Records, Kerosene 454’s third and final full length album ‘At Zero’, is now back in print after 27 years. It has been completely remastered from the original tapes by Dan Coutant at Sunroom Audio in Cornwall, NY.
In the fall of 1997 after touring with Boys Life, the band went into Inner Ear Studios to record ‘At Zero’ with J. Robbins (Jawbox, Magpie Cage Studio), Don Zientara, and Juan Carrera (Warmers, Slowdime Records). The album came together at a crossroads where a shifting D.C. scene, evolving musical interests, and broader cultural changes all collided; all of which shaped the writing and recording of the record. Whereas earlier records tried to faithfully recreate their live sound, ‘At Zero’ found the band letting go and letting the studio become part of the process.
Tracklist
| 1. | Anti-Magnet | 4:42 |
| 2. | Automatic | 2:58 |
| 3. | Negatives | 4:07 |
| 4. | Diminishing | 5:13 |
| 5. | Heroes | 4:06 |
| 6. | Helen The Great | 0:32 |
| 7. | Electrics on the Rise | 3:06 |
| 8. | In For Even | 2:48 |
| 9. | On Exit | 4:53 |
| 10. | Pay Attention | 6:40 |
| 11. | Spookin The Birds | 3:39 |
Credits
Erik Denno - Guitar, vocals
James Wall - Guitar
John Wall - Bass
Darren Zentek - Drums
Recorded in November 1997 at Inner Ear Studios in Arlington, VA by Don Zientara, J Robbins, and Juan Carrera. Produced by J Robbins. Mixed by Don Zientara and J Robbins.
"Pay Attention" recorded at 706 Easley Street by Darren Zentek.
Remastered in 2024 by Dan Coutant at Sunroom Audio in Cornwall, NY.
Photography by James Leland.
Design and Layout by Erik Denno.
License
All rights reserved.
Kerosene 454 was a post-hardcore band from Washington, D.C., active from 1992 to 1998. Known for their intense sound and work ethic, they blended raw energy with intricate musicianship. K454 music was marked by driving rhythms and dissonant melodies. Committed to DIY ethics, they toured extensively, including Europe and Japan, and released three albums and several 7-inch records before disbanding.