Octave - The Moody Blues

A Question Of Balance - The Moody Blues

I have to admit that my first view of The Moody Blues playing ‘live’ was on BBC television’s “The Lulu Show” back in 1970 when they performed the title track of this album. I had of course experienced their previous studio offerings and was well versed in the Moody sound. “Question of Balance” remains a firm favourite from their early years and is a good introduction to their musical style. It also demonstrates the distinctive vocal styles of each of the group. The lyrics are less “acid” than some offerings but still plumb the depths (the “Whats”, the “Whys”) of man’s condition in life. “Question of Balance” was their fifth studio album and recorded in 1970. In 2003 ...

Hall Of Fame - Moody Blues

This is the memory this CD evokes as soon as the music begins. It was the best concert that I have ever been to – see my opinion on The Moody Blues live. The overture was a mix of snatches from various Moody Blues songs and played live with a passion that it made the tears spring to my eyes and the CD is no different. Then into Tuesday Afternoon for the opening track. Next comes the opening track of the new album, English Sunset. A brilliant track showing the Moody Blues at their best and getting the fans rocking in the seats. A slow one from the new album followed in the form of Words You Say. Next up is Story In Your Eyes, and you can see all the Moody ...

20th Century Masters - The Millennium Collection: The Best O ...

I'd already heard a few of their tracks and wanted "Nights in white satin" myself. It's really worth buying The album just for that one track. It's got such a great chilled out feeling to it, and the vocals are both unique and amazing. "Ride my see-saw" is also a great track, much higher tempo and more rock and roll than much of their other releases. I'm sure there's some kind of imagery in the title too... A great track to put on really loud when you've got back from a tough day. Its got a pretty sweet little riff too. "I'm just a singer in a rock and roll band" is also worth a mention. Again, probably just ...