Zino Komm held a guitar for the first time at 14, since then has never put
it down. Today he stands as a prominent figure in his field - Acoustic guitarist,
music composer with song writing expertise. Many throughout the world continue
to love his flare for music and driving rhythm, described as…"Excelled as
a musician and created an outstanding live ambience". (SBS Live TV 2002)
2007 bought Zino his outstanding year, taking home two 1st place awards for
'Outstanding Russian Musician' from the Prominent International Festival in
Barcelona and another award: 'Best Russian Musical Composer in Australia'
held in Sydney. At that stage, his passion as an acoustic guitarist and composer
was in the front row with jazz, Soul and Blues genus.
Zino resides in Melbourne, Australia since 1989 after moving up from St. Petersburg.
Adjusting his passion for snow and ski to sun and sea. His lyrical writing
along side acoustic guitar playing began as a hobby since age 14 years, backed
up by continuous interest and practice. In 1995 he wrote and performed on
stage for a leading musical comedy festival 'KVN' collaborating with other
lyricist's. Performing interstate throughout Sydney and Melbourne. After 4
years he began to write his music solo, evolving in 2002 with his Debut album
'Melbourne', with live performances' throughout Melbourne and Sydney, captivating
the audience with every set.
Zino dedicated most his time in the studio working vigorously on new tunes
and lyrics, re-creating and exceeding all expectations and that he did! Releasing
his second album, 'Airport' in 2004. Zino's live tour for 'Airport' enclosed:
Melbourne 2004, Sydney 2004, Melbourne 2005 and Sydney 2005 in February and
November. His live tours exceeded enthusiast growth and tickets sold out within
a week. In 2007, he produced a third album 'Breath of Fresh Air' this production
definitely became his best work to date. The release featured Zino to cover
a larger following from the public and international media. His live performances
covered two concerts in Sydney, both performances' in Sydney sold out, with
three concerts in Melbourne. Zino believes…"a live performance; captivates
a musician as much as the audience". (Zino, 2007)
Zino took part in live radio interviews on SBS Radio. His live performances
ran on SBS TV channel 31 continuous replays of previous interstate performances.
At Zino's last concert, he was approached about traveling to Barcelona for
the International Festival to represent Australia. That he did, taking home
first place. Upon return from Spain, it was not long until he was traveling
to New Zealand to cover three live concerts.
A compilation titled...'From Australia with Love' was written and composed
by Zino Komm for the International Festival, performing along side some of
the most talented Russian solo performers throughout the world. "My inspiration
for writing and composing evolved on a deeper level after my studio album
'Breath of Fresh Air', it had the touch I was waiting for". (Zino Komm SBS
Live Radio, 2007) Now Coupled as a Duo: Zino Komm & Caroline Agostini
are set on a road of soul, jazz infused beats.
"It is with great pleasure to represent Caroline and Zino as Australia's own
duet" (Olya @ Universal Public Relations)