This Classic #2 hit was BANNED From Radio 37 Years After it PEAKED on the Charts | Professor of Rock

[@ProfessorofRock]

Poll: What is your pick for most mysterious song of the rock era? A song that is just otherworldly?

[@TheSlowoldman]

BOC Veteran of the Psychic Wars

[@catherine6653]

60S - Crimson and Clover 🍀- Tommy James and the Shondells. 70s- Bohemian Rapsodey ‐ Queen 80s- Once In A Lifetime- Talking Heads

[@freezer8530]

"Sally Go 'Round The Roses" - The Jaynettes

[@petercena9497]

Mechanical World - Spirit

[@stephenbrown4211]

Beauty and the Beast Stevie Nicks Great Gig In The Sky Pink Floyd

[@dad4ever-c90]

It's wonderful and RARE to see a band of guys still together and friends with each other even after more than half a century. And they seem genuinely humble and grateful for their success.

[@ProfessorofRock]

They are such a joy.

[@shaveychest]

They've disbanded and came back together 6 times. Some of the members of ZZ Top were a part of an American Zombies band because the original zombies weren't a band at the time.

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

My grandparents have been married since She’s Not There was released and so it really hits home for me to see that the Zombies are still jolly and enjoying life.

[@phillipstroll7385]

This were men? I thought it was two women that's why I clicked.

[@reddragon3733]

I agree 100%. Their aren't many people of these Rock Royalty Bands for the 60s left. It was the Greatest Era of Rock.! 🎸🎹🎙️🎬

[@joshzach9]

I just saw The Zombies two nights ago here in Dallas. Colin and Rod are both 77, yet they put on a clinic. The musicianship still amazes, and Colin’s voice is still pure magic. I don’t believe there’s another singer from that era who can still hit the same notes he did 60 years. The Zombies are one of greatest bands of all time and it’s wonderful that they’re finally being recognized for their brilliance. Thank you, Professor!

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

They haven’t lost their charm. It’s still there.

[@chrisbennett1243]

Going to see them in two weeks time. Can’t wait.

[@KMK7355]

Wonder if The Hollies with Nash, Clarke and Hicks would still sound good?

[@paulvoorhies8821]

WOW!!

[@laurelnotley9541]

Maybe Tom Jones could still hit the same notes?

[@MyName-pl7zn]

Absolutely amazing you had all 4 members in the same interview talking about a song that helped define the 60s. This song always feels like the summer to me. All these members are so humble talking about their input into making this all time classic. Great episode professor

[@ProfessorofRock]

Thanks My Name! I agree. I was very fortunate to get them all.

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

They’re all alive and kicking. Bless them.

[@Galantski]

@@ProfessorofRock Yes, fortunate indeed. Technically, though, it should be noted that these were the four _living_ members of the original group, because guitarist and founding member Paul Atkinson passed away in 2004.

[@bonnielbailey]

My gosh, do I ever love The Zombies! Well done. ❤

[@johnrheiner3234]

Your interviews with all the older rockers and musicians, The Zombies and all the rest, are really well done. it is clear you do a lot, a whole lot, of homework, to prepare for them. These people all know how much you care and how much passion you have for telling their stories. I congratulate you on such a job well done. You are truly capturing a piece of history that would have never been told, and will be on record forever....long after these guys and gals would be long gone. Thank you again for all the hard work.

[@WiskyDuck]

Adam, you and your team do a FANTASTIC job researching and preparing. More often than not I see people you interview caught off guard by the preparation and insight of the Professor of Rock! Love it!

[@ProfessorofRock]

Wow, thank you!

[@cheapskatepanic]

Yep, I notice that too. They aren't used to people filling in on their stories and being so well read.

[@wishingb5859]

That was a fabulous interview. Wonderful that they are still making music on top of performing and that they can still hit the notes.

[@ProfessorofRock]

They can definitely still hit the notes! Colin is killing it.

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

Even into their 80s. I need to go see them live.

[@livingitup9647]

I loved this entire interview! In fact it was too short! I loved The Zombies' music, grew up with it, yet never knew much about them. This glimpse into their history, their skill in their craft -- plus enormous talent -- and the great way they all relate with each other in this session, was a delight. So good to learn they are still performing, and creating, together. Bravo!

[@Polyphemus47]

Too short! Yes! I'd be totally rapt for a whole hour. Or two.

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

This was a very special one for you. To see all four of them having fun together 60 years later.

[@mikenicholson7465]

Best music channel on KZbin right here. You've interviewed so many incredible legends, Professor! Today obviously being a legend's legend.

[@daBEAGLE1017]

One of the best imfao.

[@ProfessorofRock]

So true. These guys are so phenomenal!

[@ProfessorofRock]

Indeed!

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

I’m pretty sure we will get a Robert Plant interview in the near future if Adam keeps at it!

[@mikenicholson7465]

@@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980 there's a great interview waiting to happen.

[@davidlaw689]

I was fortunate enough to see The Zombies live back in 2017 . They performed their classic album Odessey And Oracle in it's entirety. Fantastic gig.

[@ProfessorofRock]

I saw the same tour... With Brian Wilson. It was incredible. This is where I interviewed them.

[@mrnobody3161]

I saw that concert tour as well, where they performed in a 90 year old acoustically perfect concert hall. A very special gig to witness for me.

[@kevmac1230]

2017? Wow time flies.I saw it too and it was epic.

[@dgarve]

@@ProfessorofRock Yeah, I saw that show in NYC, as well. I believe Darian Sahanaja from one of my favorite bands of all time, Wondermints, was playing with the band. Of course, he's also been keyboardist and musical director with Brian Wilson's band, and Heart, too, I think. You should interview that guy--he keeps the '60s alive with those Wondermints albums (along with the late Nicky Wonder).

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

Wow.

[@seancrapola]

A song like "She's Not There" is so epic and important that it doesn't matter if it charted at all. Growing up in America in the 70's and 80's, I heard it a million times on the radio. It's a classic. Anyone putting together a British Rock time capsule, She's Not There would be one of the first things to go in.

[@doctorinsomnia5410]

It actually did chart, early 1964,#2 in the USA, #12 in the UK...but I agree with you, great song regardless of chart position.... Santana also had a hit with it in the late 70s, peaking at #27....

[@seancrapola]

@@doctorinsomnia5410 Yes indeed.

[@anakina1]

Adam, you have to be the luckiest guy ever getting to interview all our musical heroes. And you do it so well, so thank you. Great job by you and your team.

[@charleyanne]

Wow, to be able to still be able to sing in the same keys after all these years!!! & He HAS a voice! Thanks for the fabulous interview and info on this band & song, PoR!

[@ProfessorofRock]

Right!

[@KassiusFineArt]

Great voice!

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

He’s fantastic.

[@Marketsolo]

So awesome to hear a rock singer talking about vocal control and the importance of the diaphragm! It is why they STILL can perform their songs as recorded. Thank you Rock Prof!

[@ProfessorofRock]

Thank you!

[@t.o.408]

I go to a lot of shows of bands that have been around since the 70s and early 80s and it's always hit or miss on whether the vocalist can still sing their songs from 40-50 years ago. As I was watching this video and listening to the singer talk about his vocal exercises, I paused the video and searched for a live clip of the Zombies from the last few years and I am so impressed with how great the vocals sound to this day.

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

People that KNOW how to sing.

[@timmartinez8132]

Great interview with an extremely underrated British Invasion band. I am so glad that the Zombies got into the Hall of Fame a few years ago. Definitely deserve it.

[@Autumn_Forest_]

I’m so sorry about the loss of your dad! I can tell what a hugely positive influence he was on you and how much you loved him. He must have been so very proud of you. You have done him proud and are teaching all of us many of the things you learned because you had such a cool dad. ❤

[@pattiselph7443]

This has always been one of my favorite songs! I'm 65 and still love it!

[@ProfessorofRock]

It's a timeless song for sure.

[@pipkingdom]

I’m 5’7” and I like it too.

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

Rock on 🤘

[@RFXLR]

What a treat! It’s not often that we have all the original members to interview these days, unfortunately. I think, other than The Beatles, The Zombies were one of the first bands I remember hearing odd meters in some of their songs. She’s Not There is a great song and I think one of the best songs to come out of the 60s that still sounds amazing today is Time of the Season. It still stands the test of time.

[@petercena9497]

Bass player Paul Atkinson passed away at age 58.

[@ProfessorofRock]

I agree. So cool.

[@ProfessorofRock]

RIP.

[@seancassidy674]

@@petercena9497 guitarist - bassist is Chris White

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

Odd meters in songs always add a distinct and ethereal quality.

[@patrickpaolicelli8808]

Great interview Adam!!! You really bring not only the facts but insightful thoughts about the songs. You definitely own the title “The Professor Of Rock”.

[@sukijay4990]

What a great interview! I loved that song when I was young but knew nothing about the band. Such nice guys, totally humble and down to earth.

[@Captainoneliner]

My mom loved this song and then I loved this song and now my daughter loves this song. It is timeless and beautiful. Their whole catalogue is amazing and worth a deep dive by anyone who loves great music. They made the HOF but should still be so much more well known. Was thrilled to finally get to see them on their recent tour. My mom would have loved it. I’ll treasure being there forever.

[@jbcoker]

I love seeing interviews with some of the pioneers in rock. God bless these guys.

[@stephenhanft1226]

Very interesting story. By 2001, I was not listening to terrestrial radio so I had no idea "She's Not There" had been banned. Out of all the British Invasion bands that came to the United States in 1964, the Zombies may be the most underrated. Their 3 major hits "She's Not There", "Time Of The Season" and "Tell Her No" are all excellent songs. In 2019, I was very happy that they were inducted into the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame. They certainly deserved that honor. Yes, professor, I would love to see you do more episodes on the 60's. That was an incredibly great decade for music. There is one artist I would like to request that you've never featured. I'm from New Jersey and my all-time favorite band from my home state is Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons. When the Beatles came to the United States, so many of the pre-Beatles American artists careers ended. The few American artists whose careers survived the British Invasion in 1964 were the Detroit Motown Artists. The Beach Boys, and The Four Seasons. In fact, there was a rivalry between The Beach Boys and The Four Seasons. While The Beach Boys were the West Coast sound, The Four Seasons were the East Coast Sound. The Four Seasons in 1964 continued to churn out the hits. Anyway, I would love it if you would do a feature on them.

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

I wonder if Adam has interviewed Frankie Valli.

[@stephenhanft1226]

@@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980 I'm not sure. He's never mentioned it. I know that Frankie Valli is 88-years-old and still performing in concert today. He also seems to be very easily accessible and does grant interviews.

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

@@stephenhanft1226 Right. That’s why I hope he gets an interview one day. He’s very nice, from what I heard.

[@robertc5387]

GREAT suggestion! Not enough has been done regarding the Four Seasons - for as big as they were during the 60s, people sadly seem to have forgotten about them.

[@DarkFlamage]

I turned 8 YO, late fall of 1964. Hooked on the haunting vibe of this song from the start. Still love it today!

[@Kenboslice3]

This song always takes me back to long car rides with Mom as this was and still is a staple of "oldies" radio stations in every market. Great episode professor, have an amazing weekend!

[@ProfessorofRock]

Thanks for listening Ken!

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

Fun times.

[@darrellkissick9513]

Thank you once again for giving us tha pleasure of getting the inside scoop to another iconic band I have always loved the Zombies,and thier songs.I bought 45's,and albums (78s) and played them until they were worn out! Then I rebought them again. ❤❤❤

[@lynnsmusic]

It’s awesome that Colin still sing the songs in the original keys. That’s difficult for especially rock singers to do.

[@scottpaxton6832]

Awesome interview with a great group of musical geniuses. Thank you for the timeless quality of your music.

[@eauhomme]

I didn't know Rod Argent was part of the Zombies. Much later, of course, he would do the song "Hold Your Head Up", which also has a very unique, mysterious sound.

[@ProfessorofRock]

For sure.

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

Rod Argent was really making hits.

[@paryanindoeur]

Thanks for this episode, Adam! I requested a video on 'Odessey and Oracle' a couple months ago on your FB; glad to hear that's coming. I had a Best of the Zombies cassette in the 80s, listened to it like crazy, but never heard 'O&O' until the YT era. It immediately became one of my Top 5 albums ever! The tale of its bungled release, and the poor choices to hold it back, and bad choices for singles, makes this story of this album the greatest tragedy in Rock history as far as such things go. It could have been an instant classic, competing with all the other great albums of 1967, had it been handled right. And the Zombies may not have split up had that been done right!

[@RockDocNeal]

What a great interview. In addition to being really talented musicians, they all seem like genuinely nice guys. It's great that they all seem healthy and are still playing.

[@slayjwood]

Yes for the record review!!! Couldn’t hit thumbs up fast enough!! I can’t imagine that voice not singing in my life!! In small town Idaho, music was never forthcoming, but had to be sought out by hungry minds… I found a billboard top 60s tape somewhere, and when “she’s not there “ came on,so did I!! Between the zombies and Simon and Garfunkel my passion for writing and playing music has forever been inspired, and I can never thank them enough!!

[@A.Briggs628]

Thank you for the music, gentlemen!! Very appreciated!

[@ProfessorofRock]

Aren't they amazing!

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

Truly!

[@lauriebarnes2999]

What a wonderful interview. Brings back so many wonderful memories. Just loved them from the start (I'll be 70 this year) and still love them today! ❤️

[@samuelbush8734]

One of my favorite bands of all time! Tell her no is such a great song as well. So glad you did this thank you.

[@robertwilloughby8050]

You also ought to do "Tell He No". I absolutely love that record.

[@ProfessorofRock]

We talked about that as well. Will do !

[@gilbertgiles]

yes indeed yes

[@Polyphemus47]

@@ProfessorofRock Yay! I think it was a Billboard review that said something like "The Zombies have been bitten by the bossa nova bug". I'm sure that's not verbatim--so many years ago.

[@DDKaraokeOutlaw]

I do as well.

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

Great song. 👍

[@bmljenny]

I love the stories you tell about sharing your love of music with your Dad. I wish I had that. My mom tolerated the early Beatles but anything rockier than that, she couldn't stand. I would listen to my records on the living room stereo whenever I was alone in the house but as soon as I heard the car coming down the driveway, off it would come and I'd skedaddle back to my room. When I could finally get a stereo in my own room it was so great.

[@duromusabc]

Love 60s rock other than the Stones and the Beatles The zombies The Turtles Classics IV The Association Simon and Garfunkel The Moody Blues Johnny Rivers The Righteous Brothers The Beach Boys The Guess Who The Who The Doors Deep Purple The Yardbirds Cream Three Dog Night The Youngbloods Buffalo Springfield Jefferson Airplane ✈️ To name a few - there’s so many I listened to with my dad as a kid !

[@ProfessorofRock]

Same! So great to hear Duane!

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

If not for the Beatles or the Stones, there wouldn’t be that much of a “British Invasion”.

[@slaphead8835]

I love the Beatles and the Stones had their share of great hits. I also agree with your list 100%. I grew up listening to the greatest and most significant music ever!

[@scomart]

One of my all time favorite songs. The piano solo is also one of the best ever!

[@dgarve]

An outstanding song and band--thanks for the segment. Colin Blunstone is one of the most underrated singers in all of rock. Check out his songs in the Alan Parsons Project catalog--especially "Old and Wise" from Eye in the Sky. Pretty ethereal. The Eagle Will Rise Again from Pyramid is also fantastic. Thanks, Dave

[@ProfessorofRock]

He can still hit every note!

[@Polyphemus47]

His solo albums, beginning with "One Year" are so. damn. delicious. His voice hath charms to soothe my savage breast. And the other one, the docile one, too.

[@Kayjee17]

Wait, HE'S the one who sings Old and Wise? Wow, I never knew that, but I've always loved that song.

[@dgarve]

@@Kayjee17 Yes! Parsons and Woolfson always got some great vocalists for their projects: including Gary Brooker (Procol Harum), Claire Torry (crazy vocals on Dark Side of the Moon), David Paton (Magic by Pilot), Chris Rainbow, Elmer Gantry, and Lenny Zakatek. My two favorites, though are Blunstone and, of course, Eric Woolfson, himself. Silence and I, Time and Ammonia Avenue are brilliant songs!

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

And he still looks pretty nice for his age!

[@tedbecker4051]

Another great interview! Love this song. I was way too young to understand what they were singing about, but that didn't stop me from singing it all around the house

[@tjoconnell2524]

Love this song. Santana’s cover is great too.

[@ProfessorofRock]

I agree!

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

You know you’re a legend when Carlos Santana covers your song.

[@stephenclark6499]

Wonderful interview! I have always rated The Zombies as one of my most cherished bands. Odyessy and Oracle is easily in my top 30 most favorite albums of all time and I love hearing about how they recorded it in Abbey Road #2 Studio just after The Beatles had finished Sgt Pepper and what a mind blowing experience that was; but the album was virtually ignored and led directly to their decision to disband. Years later, as proof to their detractors, the album is considered a high mark classic of Sixties rock! Love for you to do a episode on the album.

[@vehicle22]

Grew up with the Zombies, what a great band! Gimme some Time of the Season!

[@ProfessorofRock]

Coming very soon!

[@vehicle22]

​@@ProfessorofRock Once again, time wouldn't let me watch the whole video, but I know it's a good 'un. Got to give it up to Rod Argent & Co. for some of the best '60's tunes. Thanks Adam!

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

Love that one too!

[@vehicle22]

@@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980 Musically brilliant minds think alike!

[@MarkMcKee1963]

I was born in ‘63, but I have 4 older brothers and sisters (2 each). Music was always playing in our house, luckily for us my mom was okay with it, and my dad was a steel hauler who was gone a few days a week, so we were able to play rock music a lot. It seems to me that this song has always been around, and has always been a part of my music collection. Great stuff as usual Professor!

[@TheSlowoldman]

Fantastic interview Prof! You can tell you really enjoyed that and I love the fact that they are all so friendly and respectful to each other after all these years..... I love this song but to be honest other than the two songs mentioned I don't know much about the Zombies. I loved the honesty of admitting it was a bit of happenstance and the arrogance of youth as they described it to come up with that amazing song in just a couple of weeks. I was also surprised to know of the tie to Argent.... they have one of my favorite tunes covered by Kiss for Bill and Teds, God Gave Rock and Roll to You.

[@ProfessorofRock]

They are amazing guys. so humble and unaffected.

[@Polyphemus47]

I'm sure you have their follow-up hit "Tell Her No" logged in your jukebrain somewhere, also. Their catalog is essential to my collection, including the solo albums. HUGE faves, here.

[@Polyphemus47]

@@ProfessorofRock I met them at a meet-n-greet many years ago. So right in your assessment, above. I ripped off a poster in the club, and they both signed it for me. LOVE those guys.

[@TheSlowoldman]

@@Polyphemus47 I absolutely know that song too.... I need to explore the Zombies a bit more...

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

Yes, I remember that last song!

[@ChrisRamsbottom]

I just love the fact that Colin still sings in the same key! I've seen him and the Zombies several times in the last few years and they always put on a fantastic show.

[@monkeybarmonkeyman]

This one was a true joy to experience. Look forward to more from The Zombies! You promised, after all!!

[@ProfessorofRock]

More to come FOR SURE>

[@johndillon5488]

Great! The fact that you are able to get these icons together live and talk with you is amazing! Thanks Prof!

[@ProfessorofRock]

It was an amazing day for sure.

[@amycrittendon3269]

I’m a huge fan of The Zombies! They are as phenomenal and relative today as back in the 60’s….the decade of my birth! Thanks Professor…keep bringing it, brother!! 😊

[@MikeBMW]

Adam, you are a wonderful interviewer! Thank you for this awesome introspection with this great group!

[@jennifer...7384]

Love this !!! The Zombies are just groovy....I've been listening to them as long as I can remember...I'm not sure is you've covered The Zombies " Time of the Season " another great one!❤

[@ProfessorofRock]

Will get to it for sure.

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

Great song.

[@judyannstreich7499]

So thankful for spending my teenage years in the 60s. The music throughout that decade will never be surpassed in my opinion. I remember hearing "She's Not There" for the first time & the thrills/chills up & down my arms and happy to report the same reaction at age 73!! Excellent interview with the members---- what charmers they all still are.

[@rolandvia4826]

Outstanding interview. Zombies still a great live band!

[@ProfessorofRock]

Thanks Roland!

[@ColeHomestead]

I've not heard this song in years but last night about 3am i awoke with the lyrics stuck in my head on loop. couldn't get back to sleep. So this morning I jumped on your channel to see if you had done an interview with them, now my mind is at rest, thank you for this.

[@jusbaize]

Saw them on tour last year. So freaking great. Hold your head up followed by She's not There. One of the best live performances I've ever seen.

[@ProfessorofRock]

Wow. So cool. I saw them in the summer before the pandemic. With Brian Wilson. I was bLown away.

[@vgshwk]

Hold your head up was by Argent

[@aaronleverton4221]

@@vgshwk Does that somehow mean it wasn't played at that show, on that tour, by Rod Argent's band The Zombies?

[@vgshwk]

@@aaronleverton4221 it mean’s hold your head up was an argent song not a zombies song

[@robertleinweber4017]

Hold your head up holds up to any of today's rock. Likely better.

[@pastorrick60]

Great song and great stories. Thank you for posting this interview. Their accents are so entertaining.

[@RC32Smiths01]

Who knew that one song is able to shake the world through hell and high water, though I guess after all the hits we've seen throughout the 21st century, you can't be surprised haha. Cheers for these anecdotes.

[@ProfessorofRock]

Thanks my friend. Always love seeing your comment.

[@RC32Smiths01]

@@ProfessorofRock Thank you so much. I'm thankful to see your work

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

This song trumps all those hits.

[@krlcomments672]

Excellent interview, thank you!

[@davidrawzen8232]

Colin Bluntstone is featured on several recordings of The E.Woolfson/A.Parsons Project (known better by their other name)...

[@ProfessorofRock]

He's still got a great voice.

[@mrnobody3161]

I think Colin contributed 9 times as a vocalist for the Alan Parsons Project.

[@DDKaraokeOutlaw]

He sings the song "Old and Wise."

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

And he does a fantastic job on them.

[@jeffreyscott6074]

Fantastic Interview. After the Beatles, the Zombies and the Kinks were my favorite early British Invasion bands. I loved She's Not There the first time I heard it in September 1964. Tell Her No was another great early song. And later, Time of the Season had a great feel to it in 1968. I also saw Argent live the 70's (Hold Your Head Up, among other great songs)

[@Ohyeahduh]

Okay, so out of curiosity I looked it up to see why the song was banned after 9-11. There's actually a list of all the songs on wiki called Clear Channel Memorandum. From what I've found, it's mostly key words and/or phrases. Although lovely and celebratory songs were also banned as well like, "Celebration," "Imagine," "Dancing in the Street, " etc. And I might be going to hell, because some of these are so cringe worthy, I could help but laugh a little. I know how that sounds, I do. But go take a look. They may have well just went silent with rock & roll as every song with, "fire" "die/death" "heaven/hell" "sky" "jet" "falling" "jump" "New York" "evil" "Tuesday" or in this case, someone not being there. Most, of course, are ridiculous, some make more sense like, "Run Like Hell" by Pink Floyd. Of course, RATM entire catalogue was banned. Some songs will have to play in your head a bit before you go.."oooh."

[@jackmessick2869]

Sorry, but it's not coming to me. RATM=? Somebody and the Somethings? Can't be (Smokey) Robinson and the Miracles....🤔 Edit: Adam's shirt jogged my memory. Rage at the Machine...

[@SY-ok2dq]

​@@jackmessick2869 Rage Against the Machine.

[@larrybd100]

I cringed when I read "They may has well just went." Another serious wound to the English language.

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

Okay, now banning Celebration is just plain freaking stupid. None of these songs have anything to do with terrorist subjects. I mean, al-Qaeda wasn’t even around yet when they were recorded.

[@austintrousdale2397]

Clear Channel didn’t ruin radio… single-handedly 😵‍💫🤐🤑😖

[@tilmerjr]

Fantastic video interview with a legendary band. Colin Blunstone is one of my all-time favorite vocalists, both as a member of the Zombies and with his spectacular performance on “Old and Wise” by the Alan Parsons Project. You should fix the graphic at about the 12:00 mark to spell this master’s name correctly. Thanks for posting this.

[@Me97202]

I worked in American radio for 50 years as a DJ and PD from 1971 - 2021…. and this song was never “banned” on any station I worked at. In fact, we played this on many of my stations when format compatible. Never even heard of a “ban” for this song. And no listeners complained or ever mentioned it being in poor taste. Maybe only banned in NYC?

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

It’s so weird. I can imagine it being banned anywhere near government buildings or whatnot, but where is the line(s) that suggest terror or war?

[@SaltyChip]

Iheartradio had a list of songs that are potentially troubling after 9/11. I think it was more of a list for DJs to use or not at their own discretion. A lot of the songs were ridiculous and the list was mislabeled as a “banned” list which it wasn’t, just a recommendation.

[@musclecarmitch908]

Awesome to see they are still together and performing! Great episode Professor! Thanks for keeping the music alive!

[@jstnxprsn]

Wait! What? WTF do the lyrics from She's Not There have to do with 911? Yeah, yeah, I'll watch in a bit. LOLOL You've got (and had) DM mail, Adam.

[@ProfessorofRock]

I know. They never said why.

[@JermaineBulls]

That was a pretty wide net they threw after 9/11. Any song that mentioned September, NYC, death, airplanes, etc, etc was banned for a while. "What a wonderful world" by Louis Armstrong was banned because it was thought to be inappropriate to play such a happy tune after the attacks.

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

I was asking the same question! Where in there does it talk about terrorism or war or whatnot?

[@kfemme68]

​@@JermaineBulls that is completely ridiculous. I don't remember it but I also wasn't listening to a lot of radio at the time because I usually listen to radio when I'm driving and I had just become disabled the previous November. So I guess I wasn't in my car enough to hear that this was happening. I do remember being glued to the TV for at least 2 weeks straight when it happened. I don't think I did anything else unless it was taking care of my daughter. She was in grade school at the time.

[@jenx5870]

​@@JermaineBulls Oddly, I never found that Louis Armstrong song to be happy, despite the lyrics. It always has me bawling like a baby by the end of the song. Every time.

[@JanesDough855]

Wow, what an interview! I totally remember these songs from my grade school years. You can tell these guys were impressed with the questions you asked them. Great Job!

[@chrisfrancz]

I kept waiting for the “banned” part to come up…did I miss it? The title of the vid is kinda click bait-ish. Great interview though.

[@stevem5383]

Wow. Wonderful story and wonderful interview.

[@georgemathie8123]

The zombies were fantastic but it's rod agent's 70s prog band with ace songwriter Russ Ballard argent that put out some amazing music in the 70s and argent had a great combination of hard rock and progressive rock

[@ProfessorofRock]

Hold Your Head UP!

[@mrnobody3161]

​@@ProfessorofRock Hey Adam. I ask that you check out a song recorded by Argent, just for yourself. It's from Argent's Nexus Album, written by Rod's Cousin and Argent co-founder and Bassist, Jim Rodford. I think it may be the only song Jim ever wrote. It's very Progressive and Profound lyrically. It's about music, the muse that songwriters are eternally searching for. I listened to this song as a 15 year old musician with 9 years of private music lessons under my belt. This song changed my life and gave me "permission", to think outside the box, to "let go" and allow creativity and inspiration take me wherever it went. I later co-founded a Progrock band in 1980. We were unknown and unrecognized in the big picture, but I was able to live my dream for 4 years in that band. Thanks for recognizing The Zombies and informing others about how special, impactive, and real The Zombies are. ✌🇨🇦.

[@Polyphemus47]

@@mrnobody3161 The first two Argent albums are SO good! Rod was also an incredible vocalist, and though I LOVE Colin, he could have carried the vocals as well.

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

Best known for 1972’s Hold Your Head Up.

[@georgemathie8123]

@@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980 they have so many more great songs and albums my favourites are nexus from 1974 and circus from 1975 Argent is basically very similar to deep purple with a touch of Emerson, Lake and Palmer and yes and then there's Russ Ballard what a talented man and songwriter and wrote so many iconic songs including you can do magic by america, since you've been gone by rainbow, winning by Santana and that's for other artists his albums are fantastic and cover a whole bunch of genres from aor, hard rock and pop

[@leewaken5059]

GOSH Adam, you never fail to pull off such historical interviews! Thank you. 👍🏼

[@trinaq]

I love how haunting this track is, and really adds to the mystique of the woman. Even more impressive, the band were all teenagers when they were initially signed.

[@ProfessorofRock]

It has a mystique for sure.

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

It was the “teen tragedy/novelty/doo-wop” era which I am not at all a big fan of, however She’s Not There is a positive standout.

[@barbarak2836]

@@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980 "Leader of the Pack" comes to mind when you refer to teen tragedy songs.

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

@@barbarak2836 I make an exception for that one. I love Leader of the Pack.

[@barbarak2836]

@@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980 So do I! In high school, two of my friends I did what now would be called karaoke to that song for the rest of the school. We rehearsed so many times that I will never forget the lyrics to it.

[@tnrodgers]

Wow the whole group, what an interview to get to share your Dad’s story with them. Few bands appreciate each other like these lifelong friends do. I knew this song growing up. Also Argent, hold your head up. Great stuff Adam.

[@rogerdeahl9629]

Another haunting melody... which seemed to be a theme of 60s music. Great, great, great song! Glad the Zombies got in the joke that is the RRHOF. Thanks for this Professor. Looking forward to the big interviews you say you have coming up.

[@ProfessorofRock]

You'll be excited I think. Thanks Roger!

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

They finally got their dues!

[@wpmsd]

Great interview! Certainly one of the iconic songs of the 60s. After listening to this, I'm moving it up my list of favorite songs of the 60s. 😊

[@catherine6653]

I ❤ your Ghost and the Machine tee shirt 👕

[@wishingb5859]

Yes, I saw the t-shirt and it transported me back to seeing The Police in concert.

[@ProfessorofRock]

A good one to wear with this song. Right? Thanks Catherine.

[@ProfessorofRock]

Very cool!

[@williambenner701]

* in* not and. If I didn't say something someone else would.

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

Me too. Classic album. Every Little Thing She Does is Magic and Spirits in the Material World are classic.

[@frankbarnwell____]

All Sirs! Such a song. Possibly one of the best 3 minutes in music.

[@RobinMarks1313]

Way back in the seventies, they would have "oldies" on the radio on Sundays and did a countdown of the best. This song stuck out to me and was one of my favs when I'd listen to the "oldies". I just I was a hip kid in the seventies, because I "got it". and loved it. I'm not a fan of the Baby Boomers!!! But!, their experiments in music during the late sixties will live on so long as we're on the planet and have a history to remember. Maybe it's not to late for out Baby Boomer Leaders. Maybe they'll want to relive and revive their ideals. Ideals they dumped and bought in, had kids, and forgot their experiments. I don't believe in hope. But i do bet on longshots and luck. We need something. I'll take luck if nothing else. Be stoic. Listen to music and remember there's good in the world, and good music. Thank God. Otherwise, our culture would be a desert. A soundless void of beige and banality.

[@ProfessorofRock]

It's very mysterious. Love it.

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

There are some really kind and thoughtful boomers out there, I’ve met plenty of them.

[@brucejones1867]

Definitely one of the coolest songs from my boyhood. As usual, you nailed the interview. You bring untold joy to many of us by dredging up these great acts from our childhoods. Your reminiscing about your dad always gets me in the feels. I lost my dad some years back and I miss him badly. We had some good discussions around music when I was a kid riding around in his pick-up truck with the radio on. Sometimes memories are all that remain. Music sweetens those memories while touching the soul. Thanks for what you do, Adam.

[@alkberg2140]

Fun interview! Good to see them all alive. Great job getting them all involved.

[@drsloanski]

Delightful interview! I play that song on piano while singing, very fun and bouncy. I haven’t tackled that crazy Argent solo though. I kind of consider it the keyboard version of the Kinks’ “You Really Got Me” guitar break.a bit unhinged, but really cool.

[@daveymeshell6337]

I think this was your best episode. I think you did a wonderful job of interviewing them, and they were absolutely the best interviewees. They really seem to have it together as a band. This interview made me very happy for their success. I appreciate you bringing this to light.

[@rhondadunahue7286]

This is one of my favorites. These classic rockers are leaving us fast. It’s great to get to hear from them.

[@vickiroman189]

I still love this song and have it on my old i-pod! Thank you, gentlemen!

[@catsinpajamas]

It's so heartwearming that they're all alive and back together. Wonderful story.

[@olderbutwiser4076]

I’ve watched this channel before and enjoyed it but this is the one that got me hit subscribe. This may be the best band interview I have ever seen. The band members still like each other and your interview style of letting them talk really works. I’m old enough to remember hearing the Zombies on the radio loving this song.

[@paulagwhyte1720]

Just absolutely LOVE this song! It's always been so mesmerizing! One of the best ever written.

[@Daniel-79]

You post interviews/episodes almost daily! I don’t know how you get the time to research, interview, write, produce, edit and upload! You must be a very busy man! Thank you for taking the time to share with us all the stories and people behind the music!

[@tsot9837]

Great interview! Great song and I’m looking forward to Time of the Season. I love the songs that stand the test of time.

[@joethomas1775]

What a bunch of wonderful people they are. So cool and kind.

[@karenhultgren7810]

Great interview! Thank you. So fun to hear what happened to this band. Always liked their music.

[@jackdolphy8965]

Just a heartfelt Thankx for getting these guys on to rap about this. Definitely one for the ages. ☮️🙏🏽

[@carolmartin4413]

Another great interview with another great band. Loved the Zombies from day one...still do. ❤❤😊😊

[@runningdogx]

That was such a great interview, Professor. Keep up the good work!

[@briarpalek9254]

Awesome interview with a group of guys that couldn't be more friendly. Absolutely cover that other album. They have made such great music over their career!

[@MrSpock002]

Hey, I am a 70's and 80's kid (66 yrs. old now) - Gotta tell you that I not only learned a lot in this segment but these guys are sooooo talented and just a great bunch of guys!! Thanks for bringing it forward - SUPER segment!!!

[@MrBabyBoa]

Absolutely living legends! Colin's vocal performance on the Alan Parson's Project's "Old and Wise" (Off the Eye in the Sky album) track is nothing short of vocal perfection.

[@magneto7930]

These guys are perfect gentlemen, very witty, yet humble.

[@jdizzle3740]

Adam, This one hits a lil different today. Today is the anniversary of my dad's passing. This is exactly what I needed today. This one one of those songs that my dad called crazy music from across the pond, but he absolutely loved it. It's funny that this is the song that you did today. I was at an informal orientation yesterday and one of the participants had this exact song on her sweatshirt. It can't be a coincidence and I can't help but wonder if our dads collaborated and sent us a message from above. Thank you for the content you put out and keep rocking brother!!!! 3 chords and the truth!!!!!

[@JBHuskers]

Love not only that the whole band is there but how excited they are to still talk about it today.