Paulie Z is a different kind of American idol. He rocks hard on stage until the house lights come up, can sing powerfully enough to lift up an entire arena to its feet, works a crowd until every last person has left the building, and when he comes offstage, he is ready for the rest of the evening to begin.   Paulie grew up in a household filled with music. His dad’s vast record collection was replete with KISS, Deep Purple, Black Sabbath, and Led Zeppelin, and there was always vinyl spinning in the living room. From an early age Paulie’s musical aspirations were set high. After forming the rock band ZO2 with his brother, David Z, and drummer Joey Cassata, he spent the next decade recording three albums, touring the country with his childhood idols KISS. The band would go on to share the bill with acts such as Poison, Twisted Sister, Alice Cooper, Dream Theater, Stone Temple Pilots, AC/DC and many more. Soon after he found himself starring in his own TV show on IFC called Z Rock which aired for two seasons. Since then Paulie has also had his own podcast on iTunes called The Paulie Z Show and starred in the multiple rock musicals including Europa, Save The Robots and They Called It Rock. Recently Paulie moved to LA to pursue a solo career in music. His debut EP showcases his songwriting abilities and has a more modern rock feel while still maintaining the soul, swagger and grit that has become his signature sound. As always, Paulie is keeping his schedule full and you’ll be able to find him onstage in some venue somewhere, singing to a crowd on their feet, lifted by the sounds of a band that knows how to use music to inspire, and elevate its audience.