Hugh Grundy of The Zombies Podcast Episode 5

Hugh Grundy Podcast Series Episode 6 The Geckos

In this latest episode, we hear the songs recorded with Hughs other band The Geckos. The first track ‘I’d do it all again was inspired by Hugh and The Zombies, as they were  going out to the USA to perform again 50 years later . The second track ‘Rockstar’ was a tribute to all the great artists we lost in 2017.

Hugh Grundy of The Zombies Podcast Episode 5

Simon Discusses life on the Island of Menorca Spain, in the Balearic Islands, where they both live as residents, how they ended up on this amazing island, and  a chance meeting at a music Jam night started the Band The Geckos. We talk about the music scene in Menorca, and our friends and family, and The Band. Next episode includes the two songs we released in that time period.

Hugh Grundy of The Zombies Podcast Episode 4

Simon and hugh discuss the years when Hugh became a Publican and ran three different pubs in the south of England where Live Music was of most importance, and lots of celebs would come and play. We also discuss the 40th anniversary gig at the shepherds bush empire where Odessey and Oracle was played in it’s entirety for the first time live. And what would then encourage the original band to tour again. Also discuss some news on the documentary coming soon.

Hugh Grundy of The Zombies Podcast Episode 3

IN THIS LATEST EPISODE WE DISCUSS HUGHS INCREDIBLE CONTINUING CAREER, WORKING FOR CBS RECORDS AND STARTING OUT AS A PLUGGER, WHICH INVOLVES PUSHING HIT SONGS FOR THEIR  ARTISTS TO PLAY THE THE TRACKS ON COMMERCIAL RADIO. THEN EVENTUALLY MOVING INTO THE ARTIST AND REPERTOIRE WORLD ,  AND HAVING SOME DECENT SUCCESS, WITH SOME HITS AND SOME INCREDIBLE STORIES AROUND THIS TIME.

Hugh Grundy of The Zombies Podcast Episode 2

Hugh and Simon  discuss Hugh touring the states with the Zombies group, being number one in America, and touring The Philippines, including meeting the Marcos royal family with a visit to the palace. Also Touring the Uk and doing Gigs with The Who, and including some hilarious Keith Moon Stories!