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The Zombies

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The Zombies

Surprisingly, it is not uncommon for a musician to have their biggest hit after they passed away. We wonder if the Zombies could identify on some level, as they achieved their biggest success after they disbanded.

The Zombies were part of the British Invasion and like their compatriots they sought fame and fortune in the United States. Where they were a little different is that the Zombies focused more on their melodies and the use of minor keys. Their music was a little more classically infused and with a touch of psychedelic they have been considered by many musical historians as the most underrated bands of their era. Coincidentally, it appears that their chances may be improving in recent years as listeners appear to be unraveling the textures of their music. Their outside shot for induction seems to be improving each year.


The Zombies

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Should The Zombies be in the Hall of Fame?

Definitely put them in! - 77.9%
Maybe, but others deserve it first. - 12.5%
Probably not, but it wouldn't be the end of the world. - 3.8%
No opinion. - 1%
No way! - 3.8%

The Bullet Points

  • Previous Rank: 2010: #67
    2011: #66
    2012: #68
    2013: #73
    2014: #72
    2015: #79
    2016: #88
  • Eligible Since: Sunday, 01 January 1989
  • Country of Origin: United Kingdom (St. Albans, England)
  • Why they will get in: Their profile continues to rise and nobody would begrudge another 60’s band entering the Hall.
  • Why they won't get in: They were not around for very long.
  • Nominated in: 2014, 2017, 2018
  • Essential Albums: The Zombies (1965)
    Odessey and Oracle (1968)
  • Our Five Favorite Songs as Chosen by Each Member of the NIHOF Committee: She’s Not There (From The Zombies, 1965)
    Tell Her No (From The Zombies, 1965)
    Care of Cell 44 (From Odessey and Oracle, 1968)
    A Rose for Emily (From Odessey and Oracle, 1968)
    Time of the Season (From Odessey and Oracle, 1968)

Should The Zombies be in the Hall of Fame?

Definitely put them in! - 77.9%
Maybe, but others deserve it first. - 12.5%
Probably not, but it wouldn't be the end of the world. - 3.8%
No opinion. - 1%
No way! - 3.8%

"WE DON'T OWE YOU PRETTY" FEATURING LEONARD AND THE ZOMBIES & GRLBND

Feb 14, 2026

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The Barrel House Ballroom, 59a High Street, Totnes, Great Britain

IGOR & RED ELVISES W/ SURF ZOMBIES

Apr 22, 2026

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The Red Elvises
Surf Zombies

COLIN BLUNSTONE (THE ZOMBIES)

May 17, 2026

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Saint Luke's, 17 Bain Street, Glasgow, Great Britain

PSYCHOBILLY FREAKOUT 2026

Oct 30, 2026

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New Cross Inn, 323 New Cross Road, London, Great Britain

8-Bit Psycho
Demented Are Go
 
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