Zao The Lesser Lights of Heaven (2-DVD)

A DVD like nothing that has been attempted in the world of hardcore or metal before. This 2-disc set contains over 35 full live songs and a three-and-a-half-hour documentary where the band tells their story in their own words. All of the makeups, breakups, and Zao's triumphant return to the forefront of the scene they helped shape are detailed by all five members, several ex-members, label folks, and friends from other bands.

ZAO: THE LESSER LIGHTS OF HEAVEN is a unique and unprecedented look inside a band--their beliefs, hearts, and history--who have defined the modern metallic hardcore sound, style, and scene:

An indepth look at the history of Zao, album by album, through breakups and reformations. Featuring interviews with multiple ex-members, including longtime drummer and founding member Jesse Smith.

Two full, professionally shot live sets from the STRHESS and PRAISE THE WAR MACHINE tours. Captured with multiple angles and the board sound.

14 songs submitted by fans over the years spanning Zao's decade-plus history on stage, including the infamous show where Zao "broke up" onstage and footage from the Warped Tour and the Cornerstone festival.

A tour of Zao's hometown of Greensburg, Pennsylvania, guided by members of the band.

The music video for "The Rising End," directed by Chris Sims.

Over an hour of deleted scenes and extra footage.

Directed by longtime friend and manager, Ryan J. Downey, a former writer/producer for MTV News and longtime contributor to Alternative Press.