Already Gone

Hey there, Zoo Freaks! The Zoo Crew is spinning the electrifying track "Already Gone" by the Philip Sayce Group from their self-titled album, and we're diving into some juicy trivia about this song. While specific interviews or social media posts directly detailing the creation of "Already Gone" are scarce, Philip Sayce has shared insights about his music that give us a vibe for this tune. In a 2017 interview with Rock and Blues Muse, Sayce talked about his love for artists who let the music take over, improvising in a way that feels like a "free fall." This raw, emotional energy is exactly what you hear in "Already Gone," a blues-rock banger that clocks in at 4 minutes and 58 seconds, with Sayce's searing guitar riffs and soulful vocals driving the track. The song's intense groove and dynamic shifts make it a perfect fit for the Zoo Crew's hippie spin, capturing that untamed spirit Sayce channels when he’s lost in the music.

Another tidbit comes from Sayce’s approach to his craft, which likely influenced "Already Gone." In a 2020 Rock At Night interview, he discussed how his album Spirit Rising was a tribute to his father, whose love for music shaped Sayce’s own passion. While "Already Gone" predates that album, the Philip Sayce Group’s 1997 self-titled release is steeped in the same blues and rock influences—think Jimi Hendrix and Stevie Ray Vaughan—that Sayce grew up on. Fans on platforms like Last.fm have streamed the track over 1,754 times, praising its raw energy, though lyrics for the song remain elusive online, adding a bit of mystery to its story. It’s the kind of track that feels like it was born in a smoky Toronto club, where Sayce cut his teeth as a teen, and it’s no wonder it’s a Zoo Freak favorite.

Now, let’s rewind to how Philip Sayce got his start, because this guy’s journey is as wild as a Zoo Crew vinyl marathon. Born in Aberystwyth, Wales, on June 3, 1976, Sayce moved to Toronto, Canada, at age two, where his parents, Kenneth and Sheila, filled the house with sounds of Eric Clapton, Ry Cooder, and Dire Straits. According to his Wikipedia page, their love for music sparked his obsession with the guitar, though he also played piano and trombone for over a decade. By 15, he was jamming in his first band with his best friend, drummer Cassius Pereira, practicing in their basements. At 16, Sayce was already a fixture in Toronto’s club scene, shredding at spots like Grossman’s Tavern and The Silver Dollar, where legends like Stevie Ray Vaughan and Jeff Healey had played. His style, heavily influenced by Hendrix and Vaughan, caught the eye of Healey, who invited the teenage Sayce to join his band in 1997. For three and a half years, Sayce toured the world with Healey, hitting stages from Brazil to the Montreux Jazz Festival in Switzerland.

After moving to Los Angeles to level up his career, Sayce’s talent landed him gigs with Uncle Kracker and Melissa Etheridge, where he played on her Lucky album and performed at the 2007 Academy Awards. But it was his solo work, starting with the Philip Sayce Group’s 1997 album, that set the stage for "Already Gone" and beyond. Since then, he’s released albums like Peace Machine and Spirit Rising, building a rabid fanbase, especially in Europe. You can keep up with Sayce’s latest jams on his official website, follow his posts on Facebook (where he has over 71,921 likes), check his killer guitar pics on Instagram, or catch his tweets on X. For Zoo Freaks who want to connect with other fans, there’s no official fan website or dedicated Facebook group we could track down, but the Last.fm community and comments on Sayce’s Facebook page are buzzing with love for his music. So, crank up "Already Gone," let those hippie vibes flow, and dive into the world of Philip Sayce!