English band The Zombies were ruling the charts for a brief window in the 60s. They had a smash hit right out of the gate when "She's Not There" zoomed to #2 in 1964, earning them a Grammy Hall of Famer. They followed this up with "Tell Her No," which reached #6 in 1965.
The Zombies returned to the upper echelons of the chart in 1969 when "Time Of The Season," which earned them a R&R Hall of Famer, went to #3. Noting their achievements, The Zombies were inducted into the R&R Hall of Fame in 2019. They have continued to release records on occasion.
In addition, lead singer and songwriter Rod Argent formed another band with guitarist Russ Ballard (Argent) in 1969. While much more popular in the UK, Argent also scored a big hit in the US with "Hold Your Head Up," which went to #5 in 1972.
"Care Of Cell 44" is from their masterful 1968 record, "Odessey And Oracle." This upbeat and sunny tune is about someone who is eager awaiting the impending release of a loved one from prison.
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