Rod Argent and Colin Blunstone of The Zombies Musicians Hall of Fame Backstage, Part One.

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  • Опубликовано: 13 июн 2024
  • In this episode with Rod Argent and Colin Blunstone of The Zombies, Joe Chambers talks about how the band got its start and the recording of "She's Not There."
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Комментарии • 117

  • @edwardnull5447
    @edwardnull5447 2 года назад +13

    I can't believe how you keep outdoing yourself Joe. You have to be one of the best, if not the best interviewers in any category! I thought I knew a lot about music till I found this channel.

  • @jeffmill999
    @jeffmill999 2 года назад +6

    I was a huge Zombies fan as a kid...But, in 1976 I found Argent Live on cassette and I remember listening to that tape in my Fiat Spider for years singing along...I had no idea Rod Argent was the Zombie guy until I bought that cassette.....
    This is such a lovely surprise with my morning coffee...
    Joe, you continue to astound me...
    Cheers from Siem Reap...

  • @johnreilly9748
    @johnreilly9748 2 года назад +6

    Yes this is so cool, loved the Zombies I was around 13 in 1964 a budding upright bass player soon to be electric bass player. But figuring out these songs was such a challenge and then playing them in our band was so rewarding. What times and yes discovering blues and jazz too. Thanks Joe hope all is well with you!

  • @Carlyfan
    @Carlyfan 2 года назад +4

    I've been listening to these guys since I was in the 4th or 5th grade, and I can't believe I'm 67 now and still enjoying their records, not to mention how lucky my husband and I have been to see them live three times ..... Sacramento, Berkeley and Petaluma. I'm even friends with one of them on facebook. They're as nice as they are talented, and I'm so happy they're finally in the RRHOF, they so deserved it.
    Thanks guys for taking good care of yourselves, so we can still enjoy your work. Love you all!!

  • @seabreeze2792
    @seabreeze2792 2 года назад +3

    Ron is truly one of the best keyboard players in Rock and Roll history. Colin had such unique phrasing to his vocals. True rock and rollers.

  • @mattkaustickomments
    @mattkaustickomments 2 года назад +9

    As mentioned by others Oracle and Odessey is a fabulous record. Criminally underrated. I never knew about til about 5 years ago and I’ve played it 100 x since then. Absolutely all killer and zero filler. It’s a shame it did not take off commercially. Also search YT for the reunited Zombies doing a live complete concert of the album. It is just fantastic.

  • @elmolewis9123
    @elmolewis9123 2 года назад +4

    I was a fan of the Zombies back in the 60s and couldn't get enough of them. Another great interview, Joe. And part 2 is yet to come. 👍

  • @zankyalbo2208
    @zankyalbo2208 2 года назад +4

    Here's a concert for ya... Foghat, Beck, Bogart & Appice then Argent.
    2 complete shows in one day but Argent played last in the second show, it was a weeknight and people were leaving early, It was my Friday night,
    Damn ! Fognat was LOUD.

  • @luvbasses5487
    @luvbasses5487 2 года назад +4

    Joe…AWESOME interview here. Thank you for getting these guys in. This is gonna urge me to do more Zombies “listening homework.” I owe it to myself.

  • @terryskillin1720
    @terryskillin1720 2 года назад +6

    Joe, amazing!!!! Remember when we were 10 hearing the Zombies on AM radio for the first time! This interview is timeless for me, thanks! !

    • @mauricedibert2635
      @mauricedibert2635 2 года назад +1

      Yeah me too "Time of the season"

    • @Carlyfan
      @Carlyfan 2 года назад

      @@mauricedibert2635 Me, too. I was just starting high school, when that one came out.

  • @RichBriere
    @RichBriere 2 года назад +2

    Thanks so much for this "Chat". Part of my Heart has been Zombied for 50-something Years. Total Devotion.🎩

  • @nikshmenga
    @nikshmenga 2 года назад +4

    These are the fine, upstanding, educated lads who gave us "What's your name, who's your daddy?"

  • @rmelin13231
    @rmelin13231 2 года назад +8

    What a super discussion! Both Rod and Colin really seem into it. Long a Zombies and Argent fan, I can't wait for part two! Outstanding job, as always, Joe.

  • @christopherstapleton2934
    @christopherstapleton2934 2 года назад +2

    An absolute cornerstone in the firmament of rock & roll.

  • @robschmedeke8408
    @robschmedeke8408 2 года назад +2

    If you owned a AM transistor radio, and listened to it up against your ear, late at night…….a Zombie song was played and you will never forget it. - - 60 yrs ago. Colin has one of the best voices in rock - - - ever - - - and still has it!

    • @mikefannon6994
      @mikefannon6994 2 года назад

      As a young teen in E. TN. that little transistor radio was my magic window on the world of new music.

  • @alanarakelian5021
    @alanarakelian5021 2 года назад +2

    Nice interview. Very conversational, the best way to draw out artists' responses. And how down to earth Rod Argent and Colin Blunstone come off. Two British Invasion legends who have not let success go to their heads.

  • @efhs1970
    @efhs1970 2 года назад +4

    Joe, what an awesome episode! Like you, the Zombies have always been a favorite band! It’s interesting to see Rod and Collin interact and communicate in a very special way! Thanks for sharing!💫

  • @thomasbenson523
    @thomasbenson523 2 года назад +6

    Joe and Jay, great job. The Zombies are great. The interesting way they approached rhythm and harmony is timeless and still sounds as fresh as it did those many years ago.

    • @jaymcdowell5209
      @jaymcdowell5209 2 года назад +1

      Thanks, Thomas!

    • @thomasbenson523
      @thomasbenson523 2 года назад +1

      @@jaymcdowell5209 can’t wait for Part 2

    • @thomasbenson523
      @thomasbenson523 2 года назад +2

      Don’t know why this just occurred to me - Jay and Joe have the coolest jobs….ever. Interviewing, or more accurately, chatting with, real musicians for real fans. You just can’t beat that. All styles of music treated with respect and regard for the people that made/make it happen. You guys remind us that it took several years of hard work and a little bit of good fortune to be an “overnight sensation”.

    • @jaymcdowell5209
      @jaymcdowell5209 2 года назад +2

      @@thomasbenson523 It's true. Don't tell anyone or they may take it away from me. I always say that I have the best job in the world. I still can't believe I get to do these videos. It's the best. Part two just went up and part three will be coming soon. Thanks for watching, Thomas.

    • @Carlyfan
      @Carlyfan 2 года назад

      @@jaymcdowell5209 Thank you!!

  • @tomcarl8021
    @tomcarl8021 2 года назад +2

    Colin sings the lead vocal on one of my all-time favorite songs. It's called 'Don't Answer Me' by the Alan Parsons Project. It's one of the few songs in the world that can choke me up. Beautiful song. He's a fantastic singer.

    • @markmiwurdz202
      @markmiwurdz202 2 года назад

      @Tom Carl. I think you will find that the lead vocal on "Don't Answer Me" is the songs' co - writer (with Alan Parsons) Eric Woolfson. Although Colin Blunstone does sing vocals on other Alan Parsons Project songs. Stay safe and well.

  • @wash711
    @wash711 2 года назад +1

    This interview is a perfect example of why.
    Teach Truth in Schools !!!

  • @SeeCSeesCC
    @SeeCSeesCC 2 года назад +1

    ❤️ Joe C, fabulous fabulous fabulous as usual. thank you so much you bring me a lot of musical joy

  • @WakadooPlaypen
    @WakadooPlaypen 2 года назад +3

    Love it Joe! Hold Your Head Up was a game changer in so many ways, let alone all the great Zombies material, though I was 7 when She's not There hit the charts so I missed a lot of that until later in life.

  • @tuskedbeast
    @tuskedbeast 2 года назад +4

    Really enjoyed this and very much looking forward to more! Argent's first LP was my first rock record as a kid (I'm 59) and I soaked up every molecule of it, cover included. As usual you have a great rapport Joe, and I'm frankly proud that you represent a Southern American fan's genuine appreciation to these Englishmen. Thanks for this!

  • @bradsense7431
    @bradsense7431 2 года назад +2

    I was recently watching The Zombies from a television performance back in the sixties. And I certainly did noticed what they were say regarding cameras missing the great keyboard playing. Really enjoy all these interviews. Thanks for bringing them to us.

  • @tacobreather
    @tacobreather 2 года назад +2

    Absolute legends!! Thank you, Joe. It’s so good to hear from these guys.

  • @MelindaMurphy
    @MelindaMurphy 2 года назад +1

    This is a terrific interview! I just saw The Zombies at the Ryman Auditorium and they were magical. Blunstone's voice is still beautiful and Rod's keyboards were amazing. Odyssey and Oracle is my favorite album of all time and I loved hearing them talk about how their music is made. Thank you so much.

  • @moogdome2562
    @moogdome2562 2 года назад +1

    What lovely guys. Well deserved honor too.

  • @theunknowns44
    @theunknowns44 2 года назад +2

    God, The Zombies - what a blast from the past! I really loved the British Invasion music, even though it put a huge dent into the American music scene at the time; The Hollies, Kinks, Moody Blues, Petula Clark; great stuff. "It's a 5 o'clock world when the whistle blows", "Downtown", "Lazing on a sunny afternoon; in the summertime". Look forward to Parts 2 & 3. Joe.

  • @russell3380
    @russell3380 2 года назад +1

    Everything Joe said goes for me too! All of us went to see Argent, I believe at the Sportatorium, Hollywood Fl. I wish I knew how many bands performed there.

  • @terrylong6457
    @terrylong6457 2 года назад +1

    Have loved the Zombies since the the mid sixties , my early teens.

  • @sumrica
    @sumrica 2 года назад +2

    Great interview, Joe. I'm going to have to listen to it again and then maybe a third time. Precious stories.

  • @phillydog17
    @phillydog17 2 года назад +3

    Zombies. So many great songs! Thank you!

  • @ministerofdarkness
    @ministerofdarkness 2 года назад +1

    One of my favorite bands of the 60s! Thank you Joe!! PLAY LOUD

  • @acidfuzzpedals9986
    @acidfuzzpedals9986 2 года назад +2

    Great interview! The Zombies are one of my all time favorites. Can't wait for part two!!

  • @alwolf2325
    @alwolf2325 2 года назад +2

    Always killer content, thanks Joe. Looking forward to the rest of it.

  • @blueticecho5690
    @blueticecho5690 2 года назад +2

    No doubt the Zom's were one of the sound tracks of my life but I really really loved that organ solo on Mr. Argent 1972 Hold your head up high on that B3 best ever... thanks Joe. have a great Easter.

  • @JohnKorvell
    @JohnKorvell 2 года назад

    Since visiting Memphis about 20 years ago, I've been fascinated how pop and rock music "evolved". Hearing Ron and Colin talk about many forms of American music "pollinating" British music thru very limited channels such as seaport cities (e.g. Liverpool) opened up a whole new thought to me about the evolution of UK pop music I hadn't considered. I'm guessing also kids spending hours upon hours in record shop listening booths, hearing these various music forms not heard on the Beeb, had a big role too

  • @Magravator1671
    @Magravator1671 2 года назад +1

    Love the "to be continued" series. Thanks Joe!

  • @benscratchin8014
    @benscratchin8014 2 года назад +2

    "Rock n Roll". Perhaps another genre of music fading into history.

  • @Amp497
    @Amp497 2 года назад +2

    Fantastic show, Joe! Wow, the Zombies!

  • @mtc4him201
    @mtc4him201 2 года назад +2

    "Carried away by Zombies" 😂 love this Joe!

  • @54fighting5
    @54fighting5 2 года назад

    Finally! I'm getting around to watching this interview. Shame on me. What a great pair to interview Joe. Great job. Immediately I can see the genius of young Rod Argent. Now on to the rest.

  • @mrDCunningham
    @mrDCunningham 2 года назад +1

    Thank you Joe for another great interview. Super fun 👍🏻😎

  • @dianairizarry
    @dianairizarry 2 года назад

    I can listen to the ZOMBIES talk all day long and listen to their songs played all night long. Lovely great show.

  • @crazybobc1
    @crazybobc1 2 года назад +1

    Thank you Joe! One of my all time favorite bands. I'm like you, when I hear them on the radio I never change it and always turn it up. Looking forward to the rest of the interview.

  • @rocketpost1
    @rocketpost1 2 года назад +2

    Great interview Joe and especially for me being a big Zombies fan. Despite their advancing years, Rod and Colin still look hip. Remember that Santana also had a hit with She's not There. Loved your comment about the drunken engineer being taken away by zombies, that really made me laugh. Can't wait for parts 2 & 3. Thanks Joe, you're the best.
    PS I know you are a fan of Chicago and Terry Kath. Check out the Lexington Lab Band who do a spot-on version of 25 or 6 to 4.

  • @Nicholas211
    @Nicholas211 2 года назад +1

    Wow Joe , what's there not to like? Keep 'em coming, fantastic interviews.

  • @MichaelPaul155
    @MichaelPaul155 2 года назад

    Mr. Chambers, you are the best! I don't think there is anyone that has the library of the most important and informative interviews more than you! Thanks again for your insight to record these for prosperity! Just awesome.

  • @jmfloyd23
    @jmfloyd23 2 года назад +2

    I loved this part! Can’t wait for more content!

  • @philwood1020
    @philwood1020 2 года назад

    They were terrific at the Ryman the night after they recorded this interview. Really timeless sound. Looking forward to their new LP.

  • @leeholzmann1023
    @leeholzmann1023 2 года назад +1

    good one joe , i also love hold your head up...

  • @dwaynewladyka577
    @dwaynewladyka577 2 года назад +2

    This was an awesome interview. I'm a fan of The Zombies. Hope you have a Happy Easter. Cheers, Joe! ✌️

  • @jesselawson224
    @jesselawson224 2 года назад

    I think almost every song they made should of been a massive hit, one of the most underrated bands of all time and one of my favorites of all time

  • @pommie5093
    @pommie5093 2 года назад +1

    Love all these interviews!

  • @nellymoriarty_5783
    @nellymoriarty_5783 2 года назад

    Johnny Hooker taught many, those great blues 💙 What a wonderful interview, thanks Joe & Zombies ✌️🤟💜

  • @williamleduke8944
    @williamleduke8944 2 года назад +1

    Another super interview.

  • @outtathyme5679
    @outtathyme5679 2 года назад +1

    Such talents

  • @Slimjim260
    @Slimjim260 2 года назад

    They were fabulous!

  • @ernestoborrego5102
    @ernestoborrego5102 2 года назад +1

    Great! Thanks, Joe!

  • @05645ci
    @05645ci 2 года назад

    Hey, Joe, "carried away by Zombies" is the best line of the clip; great job as always!

  • @danawalker55
    @danawalker55 2 года назад +1

    Cool! Thanks, Joe!

  • @JB19504
    @JB19504 2 года назад +1

    Paul Shaffer of the David Letterman show has cited the Zombies as what got him into music, especially Argent's keyboard playing.

  • @fredberthiaume6883
    @fredberthiaume6883 2 года назад +1

    Great interview very interesting

  • @nellymoriarty_5783
    @nellymoriarty_5783 2 года назад

    BBC made great musicians with their strict rules, made great recording of more videos than any other, made historic recordings like none other Thank God for BBC

  • @jimminshall7449
    @jimminshall7449 2 года назад +1

    Good stuff. Can’t wait for the next one!

  • @larryboyle1249
    @larryboyle1249 2 года назад

    Thanks for what you do, it’s quite noble. ✌️👍

  • @sharitallon
    @sharitallon Год назад

    Great interview and so excited to see the zombies play at park city tonight

  • @mrnobody3161
    @mrnobody3161 2 года назад +1

    Love The Zombies! However please be aware that they have been writing and releasing new albums since 2008, and have just about finished a brand new album coming out soon. Check out "Moving On", from their 2015 Album Still Got That Hunger.
    Or, Breathe Out Breathe In from 2011 Album of the same name. Usually everyone talks about their 3 big singles hits from the 1960's, yet they've got at least 300 other songs worth checking out.

  • @jacktolmachoff7547
    @jacktolmachoff7547 2 года назад +1

    ya Joe !!

  • @timhoovermusicman
    @timhoovermusicman 2 года назад

    I always love your interviews Joe...

  • @michaelcox1493
    @michaelcox1493 2 года назад +3

    Was big fan of the zombies and then argent.

  • @chasetower6773
    @chasetower6773 2 года назад

    Thanks again Joe !!!

  • @sapelesteve
    @sapelesteve 2 года назад +2

    What an awesome interview Joe! I remember hearing the Zombies for the first time when I was a senior in High School! Their music was so unique sounding & now I know why! Looking forward to the follow up segments of your interview. Hope that you are well. Also, when is your book set to be released? Thanks.

  • @cudaus1
    @cudaus1 2 года назад

    Another great one Joe!

  • @doccyclopz
    @doccyclopz 2 года назад

    It's so true with regard to 60's TV/Music video Cameramen constantly zooming into the wrong instrument during the solos. I guess in hindsight the Camera operators were all probably in their 30's, 40's or 50's and didn't have a clue as to which instrument was making that loud FUZZ noise, so whether it be the Yardbirds or the Kinks they would invariably zoom into the biggest guitar...the Bass. Check any 60's music video and you'll see what Imean, it;s uncanny!!
    Thanks Joe for this amazing interview with one of the greatest Bands of all time, the Zombies. Colin Blunstone's voice is every bit as good today as it was in 1965. Just amazing how good these guy's still sound.
    OS Looking forward to the rest of the interview.

  • @bluesingmusic3443
    @bluesingmusic3443 2 года назад +1

    Nice.

  • @shyman99
    @shyman99 2 года назад +7

    "Odessey & Oracle" is among the best albums of all-time. Better than most Beatles albums. And shout out to Blunstone's vocals on Alan Parson's record,. "Old And Wise", as that ranks up there with the best songs of the 80s.

  • @andrewjmcgee
    @andrewjmcgee 2 года назад +1

    Joe.
    If you haven't heard yet, but our friend Ken Posey has passed away.
    He sure thought the world of you.

    • @MusiciansHallofFameMuseum
      @MusiciansHallofFameMuseum  2 года назад

      Hi Andy… yes Nickey let me know the night it happened. Very sad. Thanks for making sure I knew Andy…Best, Joe

  • @richardpowell3259
    @richardpowell3259 2 года назад +1

    👍👍👍👍

  • @davemack7740
    @davemack7740 2 года назад +1

    👍

  • @joebersik9846
    @joebersik9846 2 года назад +2

    the song "I love you" was a band from my home San Jose , CA......not Canada????

    • @timhoovermusicman
      @timhoovermusicman 2 года назад

      are you asking us or telling us?????

    • @joebersik9846
      @joebersik9846 2 года назад

      @@timhoovermusicman telling...."the people"...saw them many times at local "battles of the bands"..❤