Rod Argent updated the Zombies fans on Instagram after his recent stroke.
The musician wrote the following in his statement shared by the band’s official account:
“I am absolutely overwhelmed by the outpouring of love and support that has happened in response to the news of my having suffered a stroke three weeks ago. I have read every post, and have to thank you so much. I do feel so lucky that physically l’ve escaped the worst possible effects, and while I’m still frustrated by not finding all my words easily, I feel really hopeful that eventually I will make a full recovery…..”
Argent will stop playing live due to his health concerns:
“It is with a heavy heart that I can’t carry on with the live playing that I love so much, but want to emphasise that, after a couple of months, do mean to carry on in the studio with writing and recording unabated, and with superb contributions from Colin, Steve, Tom and Søren. Thank you once again so much.”
The Band’s Previous Statements On The Injury
Right after the stroke, the Zombies also announced Argent’s retirement from touring with the following words in their statement:
“Rod had recently returned home from a triumphant Zombies tour of the U.K. and spent a weekend in London with his beloved wife, Cathy … before the stroke occurred. He was hospitalized overnight and released the next day. Doctors have advised that Rod will need several months of rest and recuperation.”
The statement continued:
“Argent has endured other health scares in recent years and had told management he wanted to sunset the touring part of his career. The stroke hastened the decision. Rod still firmly intends to continue his other creative joy of writing and recording with the Zombies and has already been back at his piano for some much-needed ‘Bach therapy.’”
All upcoming Zombies’ shows have been canceled, including two U.K. festivals this month. A fall 2024 U.S. tour was also planned before his stroke. The Begin Here Festival in St. Albans, U.K. will continue with a special show honoring Rod.
You can see the band’s post below.
