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Band Bio | Band Members | Album List | Steelhouse Festival Appearances | Overall Review
Zico Chain are the snarling, riff-slinging power trio that kicked down the doors of the British alt-rock scene in the early 2000s—and haven’t stopped growling since. Known for their explosive live shows, raw energy, and riff-heavy hooks that echo the spirit of Nirvana, Soundgarden, and early Queens of the Stone Age, they bring a mix of punk grit and metallic snarl that’s pure adrenaline.
Combining hard-hitting themes of addiction, identity, and defiance with massive choruses, Zico Chain built a cult following on the UK rock circuit—earning tour slots with bands like Velvet Revolver, Alice in Chains, and even Motorhead.
They brought that same blistering edge to the Steelhouse Mountain in 2013—and left scorch marks on the stage. Ych-a-fi, it was LOUD.
Tracks to check out:
This is gritty, grinding, high-octane alt-rock with no frills—just fuel.
Verdict: Underground heroes with a punk heart and metal fists.
Zico Chain’s set in 2013 brought a darker, sharper edge to the festival. Not your average bluesy retro rock—this was garage-born fire, and it gave the crowd a punch in the chest they didn’t know they needed.
Steelhouse thrives on diversity, and Zico Chain proved there's room on the mountain for the outlaws.
Band Bio
Zico Chain are the snarling, riff-slinging power trio that kicked down the doors of the British alt-rock scene in the early 2000s—and haven’t stopped growling since. Known for their explosive live shows, raw energy, and riff-heavy hooks that echo the spirit of Nirvana, Soundgarden, and early Queens of the Stone Age, they bring a mix of punk grit and metallic snarl that’s pure adrenaline.
Combining hard-hitting themes of addiction, identity, and defiance with massive choruses, Zico Chain built a cult following on the UK rock circuit—earning tour slots with bands like Velvet Revolver, Alice in Chains, and even Motorhead.
They brought that same blistering edge to the Steelhouse Mountain in 2013—and left scorch marks on the stage. Ych-a-fi, it was LOUD.
Band Members (As of 2013)
- Chris Glithero – Vocals / Bass
- Paul Frost – Guitar / Backing Vocals
- Ollie Middleton – Drums
Album / Release List
- The Zico Chain (EP) – 2006
- Food – 2007
- These Birds Will Kill Us All (EP) – 2010
- The Devil In Your Heart – 2012
Tracks to check out:- “Where Would You Rather Be”
- “Anaemia”
- “New Romantic”
- “No Hoper Boy”
- “Evasion”
This is gritty, grinding, high-octane alt-rock with no frills—just fuel.
Steelhouse Festival Appearances
- 2013 – One and done (for now!)
Zico Chain hit the Steelhouse stage like a stick of dynamite.
Their set was unrelenting, loud, and visceral—a standout for those who like their rock raw, their riffs filthy, and their lungs sore from screaming.
Overall Review
Verdict: Underground heroes with a punk heart and metal fists.
Zico Chain’s set in 2013 brought a darker, sharper edge to the festival. Not your average bluesy retro rock—this was garage-born fire, and it gave the crowd a punch in the chest they didn’t know they needed.
Steelhouse thrives on diversity, and Zico Chain proved there's room on the mountain for the outlaws.
