Colin Blunstone & Rod Argent of The Zombies - Live at the Bloomsbury Theatre, London
Colin Blunstone & Rod Argent of The Zombies - Live at the Bloomsbury Theatre, London

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Colin Blunstone & Rod Argent of The Zombies - Live at the Bloomsbury Theatre, London

2007
Movie
70 min
English

Back together onstage for the first time in over 30 years, Colin Blunstone and Rod Argent, the driving force behind the legendary 1960s beat group The Zombies, perform live at the Bloomsbury Theatre in London. Backed by a string quartet on some songs, this very special concert features The Zombies' international classic hits from the 1960s including "She's Not There" and "Time of the Season", as well as new songs from their album release "As Far As I Can See". A thrilling concert from one of the most revered bands of all time.

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Director: Not Applicable (Live Concert Recording)Genres: Rock, Pop, Psychedelic Rock

Plot Summary

This live recording captures Colin Blunstone and Rod Argent, core members of the iconic 1960s band The Zombies, performing at London's Bloomsbury Theatre in 2007. The concert showcases classic Zombies hits alongside material from their then-recent studio album, 'As Far as I Can See'. Blunstone's distinctive vocals and Argent's masterful keyboard playing are at the forefront, supported by a talented band, delivering a nostalgic yet vibrant performance.

Critical Reception

Reviews for this specific live performance are not widely archived in mainstream critical databases. However, live performances by Colin Blunstone and Rod Argent during this era were generally praised for their faithful renditions of beloved Zombies classics and the enduring quality of their musicianship. Audience reception was typically enthusiastic, appealing to long-time fans and new listeners alike.

What Reviewers Say

  • Faithful and engaging performances of classic Zombies songs.

  • Showcases the enduring vocal and keyboard talents of Blunstone and Argent.

  • Appeals strongly to fans of 1960s psychedelic pop and rock.

Google audience: Specific Google user reviews for this concert recording are not readily available. However, general audience sentiment for reunion tours and live performances by The Zombies during this period typically highlights the satisfaction of hearing beloved songs performed live by original members.

Fun Fact

The setlist for this concert included 'Time of the Season', a song originally released in 1968 that became a surprise US No. 1 hit for The Zombies in 1969, long after the band's initial breakup.

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