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ZO2 (David Z., Paulie Z. and Joey C.) with Joan Rivers in IFC's "Z ROCK."
ZO2 (David Z., Paulie Z. and Joey C.) with Joan Rivers in IFC's "Z ROCK."

Published: July 14, 2008 at 09:50 AM GMT
Last Updated: August 16, 2008 at 09:50 AM GMT

By Ed Martin

IFC introduced the band ZO2 to members of the Television Critics Association on Friday with a late-night bash in the penthouse of the Beverly Hilton Hotel. The footage below includes opening comments from IFC and Sundance Channel president Evan Shapiro and his special guest Joan Rivers, who is featured in ZO2's upcoming semi-scripted IFC series, Z ROCK.

Joan Rivers and ZO2 Rock TCA

In the series, ZO2 guitarists and real life brothers Paulie Z and David Z and drummer Joey Cassata play a fictional band leading a double-life: By night they are a hard-partying rockers, but by day they play children's birthday parties.

Here they are in day mode:

Introducing ZO2

And here they are by night:

Joan Rivers and ZO2

Joan Rivers, incidentally, plays the band manager's aunt. Other celebrity guests who will appear in the show include Sebastian Bach, Gilbert Gottfried, The Whitest Kids U'Know and Dave Navarro. Watch for the premiere of Z ROCK August 24 on IFC.

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This is so amazing. I've been a HUGE fan of ZO2 ever since I first saw them open for Kiss and Poison in 2004. These guys have tons of talent and are extremely dedicated, they deserve this show and to make it big.
Posted at 08:28 PM on Jul 14, 2008 by Tiffany
Just to clear up any confusion, Paulie, David, and Joey are real-life rockers ZO2. The band certainly exists outside and independent of your television screen.
Posted at 09:18 PM on Jul 14, 2008 by Erin
These guyz are absolutely amazing! They deserve everything! And to go along with Erin , yes they are a real band. GO CHECK EM OUT!
Posted at 09:45 AM on Jul 15, 2008 by jessi
This is so cool, I can't wait for the show to start - I've got my Tivo set for August 24 on IFC.
I know it will be great 'cause these guys are a true rock band. I'm ready to ZROCK!
Posted at 10:38 AM on Jul 15, 2008 by Hughfan
FIRST LOOK AT ZO2'S "Z ROCK"!!!

This Friday, ZO2 returns to Ball's Sports Bar & Grill in a surprise appearance - with another surprise!

At 10 pm, Friday, July 18th, Ball's Sports Bar & Grill will host the first public airing of the pilot episode of ZO2's "Z Rock".
And at 11 pm, ZO2 takes the stage for a full live performance to rock out and celebrate with RI!

Starring ZO2's band members, Paulie Z, David Z and Joey Cassata, "Z Rock" is a semi-scripted comedy inspired by the band's real experiences. Series regulars include Lynne Koplitz, Jay Oakerson and Alison Becker, along with recurring special appearances by Joan Rivers, John Popper of Blues Traveler and Greg Giraldo. Other guests include Dave Navarro, Sebastian Bach, Dee Snyder and Gilbert Gottfried. The series premieres on IFC on Sunday, August 24th.

DATE: Friday, July 18
TIME: 10:00 pm
PLACE: Ball's Sports Bar & Grill
1150 Oaklawn Avenue
Cranston, RI 02920
Posted at 10:38 AM on Jul 15, 2008 by Riker Hill
I can't wait to see this show! You guys are awesome! I hope you come back to Pittsburgh soon.
Posted at 04:21 AM on Jul 18, 2008 by Helen
I'm soooo happy for these guys and sooo proud...
Ive seen them perform live quite a few times and they are just amazing!!! Cant wait to see the show!!
Posted at 05:20 AM on Jul 18, 2008 by Lady Ace
I had a chance to meet Paulie in cancun. We had a unusual conversations packed in a span of 45 mins. I even commented on his wife! haha but it was innocent... while my wife was waiting for me to go to dinner. We spoke about life and Marriage, and how we both need to workout more. I dared him to get into the Freezing cold dip tub they had beside the hot tub. Crazy guy! Paulie Good luck buddie! Im sure we will one day party like a rockstar. You just keep playing like an all-star. Did Joan Rivers know she was smiling?
Posted at 06:24 AM on Jul 18, 2008 by Darrell Miller
This AMAZING!!! Congrats to all! This couldn't have happened to more talened or deserving GUYZ!!!
Posted at 01:00 PM on Jul 18, 2008 by ZO2MEBABY!
You guyz rock! Congratz!

Gaby lovez you!
Posted at 01:05 PM on Jul 18, 2008 by Gaby
I am so happy for you guys, you deserve this.
Posted at 03:19 PM on Jul 19, 2008 by jacque
awesome! cant wait for the show to air. i also have been a fan of z02 for several years after seeing them open for poison and also on bret michaels solo tours. very talented guys. paulie has an incredible voice!
Posted at 09:04 PM on Jul 20, 2008 by chris
awesome! i have been a fan of zo2 for several years after seeing them open for poison and for bret michaels solo tour.i even had the opportunity to talk with them for quite a while after a concert in hartford a few years back. they are funny down to earth guys who really enjoy rock and roll. much success to them! they deserve it.i can't wait for the show air-i'm sure it will be a hit. paulie has an incredible voice-he gives me goose bumps when he sings those high notes
Posted at 09:11 PM on Jul 20, 2008 by chris
I am not suprised at the rate this show "and band" is gaining popularity! and the show has yet to even be aired!
Good for you ZO2! and everyone else involved!
Nobody deserves it more!
Posted at 05:13 AM on Jul 21, 2008 by Rockin Randy
MUAH!! Love U guys all the best! Don't for get us when yer FAMOUS!!
Posted at 12:53 PM on Jul 21, 2008 by donnah
I just watched the trailer for ZRock - it's hilarious and crazy! So much fun.
The guys in ZO2 are totally great and offer up lots of laughs.
I can't wait to see the whole series. According to the IFC website the show premieres on Aug 24.
All fans of the band ZO2 should watch this show and get ready to rock!
Posted at 01:57 PM on Aug 14, 2008 by teresasroom
you guys rock. oh and the drummer is cute but im sorry david is the bomb..wew. thank for making an old lady fell young again. ill b seeing alot of you in the future like joan rivers says you guys have got thi IT FACTOR. LTR
Posted at 09:56 AM on Nov 4, 2008 by girl who attacked you in san jose at sqorpions inisle