“Two events proved to be particularly significant. The first was the purchase of a Hohner Pianet for Rod [Argent]...The other defining event in 1964 was their winning the Herts Beat band competition, the prize for which was £250, plus ‘possible’ interest from booking agents and record labels. This was a big contest with tremendous local interest, and when the Zombies prevailed …, it provided the affirmation needed for them to attempt to continue as a professional act. Most of the group's members were preparing to enter college, but upon winning the contest, they decided to remain in the group. The first prize also helped them overcome parental reservations” (David Moskowitz, The 100 Greatest Bands of All Time, 2015).
The Zombies “Tell Her No”
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