Philadelphia post-genre agitator ZERO 9:36 continues his relentless forward momentum with the release of a new video for “Leave It All Behind,” a standout track from his latest EP, They Were Always Here, out now via OneRPM. The visual arrives as the closing chapter in a steady rollout that has included fan-favorite singles like “Holding On,” “Here to Bleed,” “Withdrawals” featuring Ekoh, and “System,” further cementing ZERO’s reputation for pairing emotional urgency with bruising sonic force.
Siphoning sharp, confessional rap verses through distorted guitars and industrial textures, ZERO 9:36 has carved out a sound that thrives in the tension between hip-hop, hard rock, and electronic chaos. “Leave It All Behind” captures that balance in full, channeling burnout, resolve, and reflection with the intensity of an artist unafraid to confront himself head-on.
The new EP follows a pivotal stretch in ZERO’s career. After years of grinding under the radar and building buzz with releases like You Will Not Be Saved — which generated more than 70 million streams and included breakout tracks such as “Leave the Light On” and “WWYDF” — he went on to score a No. 1 hit at Active Rock radio with 2021’s “Adrenaline.” Subsequent releases and nonstop touring helped establish him as a formidable live presence, earning praise from outlets like Loudwire and heavy rotation on SiriusXM Octane.
In 2024, ZERO entered a new chapter, partnering with OneRPM and releasing None of Us Are Getting Out, his first fully independent EP. The project charted in the Active Rock Top 20 and coincided with sold-out European headline shows and high-profile support slots for Hollywood Undead. They Were Always Here builds on that momentum, shaped by collaborations with longtime creative partners including No Love for the Middle Child, Jonathan Dolese, and others.
“This is a project that represents what these last few years have been like,” ZERO has said of the EP. “Something special I made with my best friends.” With “Leave It All Behind,” he makes that statement feel less like reflection and more like a mission.
You can order They Were Always Here over here and then check out the official music video for Leave It All Behind below.
