Fresh Air Zombies Frontman Colin Blunstone
May 16, 2025
Colin Blundstone, the charismatic lead singer of The Zombies, shares fascinating insights from his band’s journey through the British Invasion. He discusses the impact of their iconic hit 'She's Not There' and reflects on the group's reputation as clean-cut musicians. Colin dives into their unique sound, shaped by innovative songwriting and harmonies. He reminisces about the band's ups and downs, including creative struggles and the bittersweet memories of their rise to fame, all intertwined with the release of their new documentary.
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Defining The Zombies Sound
- The Zombies' sound was defined by unique songwriting and lush vocal harmonies.\n- Rod Argent's classical training influenced their chord progressions and harmony sophistication.
Sleeping Through a Vocal Take
- During the recording of "Tell Her No," Colin was half asleep when singing.\n- His mumble remained in the final version as the producers deemed it fine, confusing fans for decades.
The Thrill of US Tours
- Colin Blundstone described the excitement of touring the US with The Zombies during the British invasion.\n- They played huge shows with wildly enthusiastic audiences, a thrilling experience for the young band.
