Alo

ALO, also known as Animal Liberation Orchestra, began its musical journey in 1989. The band was formed in junior high school by childhood friends Zach Gill (Keys/Vocals), Steve Adams (Bass/Vocals), and Dan “Lebo” Lebowitz (Guitar/Vocals), initially with drummer Matt West as “Django”. They recorded their first album, “Contact,” before attending college together in Santa Barbara. After several lineup changes and explorations, including a nine-piece ensemble with the Free Range Horns, the core trio solidified as ALO, eventually integrating Ezra Lipp on drums.

In the early 2000s, ALO developed a significant following, especially in the western United States, known for their live performances. A turning point came in 2005 when Gill began touring more regularly with Jack Johnson, a college friend. This association led to ALO supporting Johnson on his North American and international tours, which significantly expanded their audience. Their song “Girl, I Wanna Lay You Down” gained traction, leading to further recording with Johnson, and ultimately to their signing with Johnson’s Brushfire Records label in 2006. This partnership broadened their distribution and audience reach.

Under Brushfire Records, ALO released several albums, including “Fly Between Falls” (2006), “Roses & Clover” (2007), “Man of the World” (2010), “Sounds Like This” (2012), “Tangle of Time” (2015), and “Silver Saturdays” (2023). Their upcoming album, “Frames,” is scheduled for release in 2025. ALO continues to tour, appearing at festivals and headlining events, maintaining a focus on themes of friendship, partnership, and collective energy in their music.