Uncovering the Next Generation's Hall of Fame
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Rock & Roll Hall of FamerCategory: PerformerInducted: 2018Inducted by: Ann WilsonNominated: 2018First Eligible: 1990 Ceremony | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Inducted Members: Graeme Edge, Justin Hayward, Denny Laine, John Lodge, Mike Pinder, and Ray ThomasSnubbed Members: Clint Warwick, Patrick MorazInduction Ceremony Songs:
Inducted into Rock Hall Revisited in 1998 (ranked #141) .
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687 comments so far (post your own)with ELEVEN MILLION albums sold in just the US.... Posted by ernie on Tuesday, 01/29/2013 @ 23:10pm |
Rush's upcoming induction has just increased the probability that The Moody Blues will be nominated and possibly inducted. Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 02/3/2013 @ 13:33pm |
To me the five most deserving omissions from the hall are the Moody Blues, Jethro Tull, Deep Purple, ELO & Bad Company. There are several radio stations whose format is classic rock 'n' roll and these five bands are featured all the time. There is a reason for that type of format because bands of this stature, their music stands the test of time. Forty to fifty years from now will they be playing Grandmaster Flash, Elvis Costello & Bonnie Raitt? The whole process of inclusion is based on a handful of people's ideas as to who is worthy instead of the general public's, which is completely unfair to the artists as well as the fans. With that being the way inclusion is determined it weakens the honor of being included and it does not diminish an artist's musical legacy by being passed over. When it is merely a determination by a handful errors of inclusion and omission will be frequent. The fans are the real judge of an artist's worthiness and I believe the five bands I mentioned know that their fans deem them worthier than many current inductees. Posted by Joseph Smith on Sunday, 02/10/2013 @ 12:17pm |
In the 60's I was all about the Beatles. Several years ago I got hooked on the Moody Blues and realize how much I love their music and how much good music I missed. Ican't get enough of them. I have been to 2 concerts this past year and plan on going to many more. Their concerts are still phenomenal and they have the best fan base. They should definitely be in the Rock Hall of Fame! Posted by Mary Anne on Monday, 02/11/2013 @ 08:08am |
how can i help with hall induction Posted by moodyfan on Thursday, 04/4/2013 @ 17:50pm |
THE MOODY BLUES-LOST IN A LOST WORLD (1972) Posted by Aaron O'Donnell on Wednesday, 04/10/2013 @ 17:20pm |
I am certainly looking forward to the release of the 17 disc Moody Blues retrospective in June. I do however wish that The Moody Blues would release the full concert version of A Night At Red Rocks on cd, DVD and BluRay. I think that there is a high probability that The Moody Blues will be the next progressive rock act inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame in 2014. Posted by Enigmaticus on Friday, 04/12/2013 @ 00:41am |
just insane that the Moody Blues are NOT in the hall of fame!!! travesty!! i will never set foot there till they are inducted. (and Jethro Tull too!!) Posted by navrotsm on Monday, 04/22/2013 @ 03:08am |
See Emily Play-Pink Floyd 1967 Posted by Aaron O'Donnell on Wednesday, 04/24/2013 @ 23:22pm |
Both Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson of Rush have recently called for the induction of The Moody Blues. Justin, John, Ray, Mike and Graeme will probably be the inductees. I am not so certain about Denny, Clint, or Patrick, however. Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 04/28/2013 @ 11:22am |
They should just tell the HOF to stuff it. Posted by Buck on Thursday, 05/9/2013 @ 11:33am |
They have hits and classic rock staples in 1964, 1967-1972, including a # 1 album in 1972 "Seventh Sojourn, probably the first mega successful Prog rock band, Pink Floyd and the rest hit mega stardom soon thereafter. Posted by Konrad on Friday, 05/10/2013 @ 02:53am |
And no other band has their iconic sound from 1967-1972. One truly great, melodious psychedelic band. Posted by Konrad on Friday, 05/10/2013 @ 03:22am |
The Eagles paid homage to The Moody Blues on two songs from "One of These Nights" The harmonies in the outro of "Too Many Hands" sound very Moody Blues-ish. And in "Lyin' Eyes" the background voices heard under starting with the line "My oh my/You sure know how to arrange things" sound like Moody Blues. The MB's thirteen years later would pay homage to The Eagles in the final track of their 1988 album "Sur La Mer" "Deep" has a similar drumbeat and bass line to "Those Shoes" from the 1979 album "The Long Run" Posted by Aaron O'Donnell on Wednesday, 05/15/2013 @ 01:49am |
The Moody Blues Posted by Roy on Thursday, 05/23/2013 @ 10:27am |
My favorite Moody Blues albums (of the 7 core albums) in order are: Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 05/26/2013 @ 19:38pm |
In my honest opinion, The Moody Blues should be ranked amongst the top 5 bands of all time, along with the following artists: The Beatles, Rush, The Who and The Rolling Stones. Posted by Enigmaticus on Tuesday, 06/18/2013 @ 09:55am |
I would like to ask The Moody Blues fans, why do you feel that The Moody Blues should be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame? Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 07/7/2013 @ 13:44pm |
In my honest opinion, The Moody Blues have certainly deserved to have been inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame for more than 2 decades now. They are arguably, the godfathers of the "progressive rock" genre. Pink Floyd, Genesis and Rush have already been inducted, but The Moody Blues are still awaiting their turn. Recently, both Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson of Rush and Ann Wilson of Heart have endorsed their induction. It would certainly be a travesty if they had to wait an additional year. Posted by Enigmaticus on Wednesday, 07/24/2013 @ 09:58am |
In my honest opinion, The Moody Blues have deserved induction into the Rock and Roll Hall Of Fame for at least two decades. They are arguably, the godfathers of "progressive rock." Posted by Enigmaticus on Thursday, 07/25/2013 @ 05:09am |
The biggest, glaring omission from the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame is the Moody Blues. They are the "fathers" of progressive rock, and should have been inducted years ago. I'm hopeful with Rush's induction that there is a chance, but someone, somewhere in the mysterious nominating process is against them. Without them, and several others including Jethro Tull, Yes, Deep Purple, etc., the hall is meaningless. You will never see me there until the Moodies are there. Posted by Don on Friday, 08/2/2013 @ 11:28am |
Dan, Posted by Enigmaticus on Friday, 08/2/2013 @ 15:07pm |
Don, Posted by Enigmaticus on Friday, 08/2/2013 @ 16:54pm |
For a change, I had decided to watch the DVD, "Legend Of A Band: The Story Of The Moody Blues" yesterday evening. Has anyone else seen this particular video history of the band? If so, what do you think about it? Posted by Enigmaticus on Monday, 08/5/2013 @ 08:52am |
I am just hoping that the extended video version of "A Night At Red Rocks" will be released for those of us who live in the United States. My second rock concert was in 1999, during the "Strange Times" tour. Ray Thomas had played the flute solo of "Legend Of A Mind" in it's entirety, it was a spectacular moment in an absolutely magnificent concert. Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 08/24/2013 @ 16:04pm |
I had created this webpage back in 1997. As you can see, I am an aficionado of The Moody Blues' music. Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 09/8/2013 @ 06:41am |
I am definitely a huge supporter of The Moody Blues induction into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame. Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 09/8/2013 @ 15:55pm |
I just read Roger Daltrey of the Who will be a special guest on the Moody Blues Cruise in April 2014. Posted by Aaron O'Donnell on Friday, 09/13/2013 @ 15:45pm |
What is there to say about The Moody Blues that has not already been said? Certainly they have written timeless songs, have been one of the forefathers of the progressive rock genre and have mesmerized fans with their orchestral variety of rock for nearly 46 years. Justin Hayward, John Lodge and Ray Thomas have written some of the greatest rock songs of all time . Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 09/15/2013 @ 14:26pm |
What is there to say about The Moody Blues that has not already been said? Certainly they have written timeless songs, have been one of the forefathers of the progressive rock genre and have mesmerized fans with their orchestral variety of rock for nearly 46 years. Justin Hayward, John Lodge and Ray Thomas have written some of the greatest rock songs of all time . Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 09/15/2013 @ 14:50pm |
I finally had the opportunity to see The Moody Blues in concert in October, 1999. The Moody Blues had played with the backing of a full symphony orchestra. One of my most memorable experiences was seeing Ray Thomas play the extended flute solo for 'Legend Of A Mind.' I had listened to the extended version of "A Night At Red Rocks" on cd earlier today; it had brought back memories. Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 09/15/2013 @ 23:57pm |
The Moody Blues are one of the best bands of all time. They have been overlooked way too long for the Rock n'Roll Hall of Fame. I have been predicting them to go in for a number of years. Days of Future Passed was a very innovative album back in 1967,1968. In Search of the Lost Chord is a great album as well. On the Threshhold of a Dream. The list goes on and on. They played arenas through a better part of the 70's. They continue to have a huge following. They led to the Prog rock that followed. We will sit and wait. We will hope they don't continue to be ignored by the Hall. Posted by Ben on Wednesday, 10/9/2013 @ 07:16am |
Thank you Ben, Posted by Enigmaticus on Friday, 10/11/2013 @ 14:12pm |
Duran Duran, ELO and The Moody Blues all formad in Birmingham, England Posted by Aaron O'Donnell on Friday, 10/11/2013 @ 18:44pm |
How was Procol Harum nominated before Moody Blues, Yes, Jethro Tull, and King Crimson? It's silly. Posted by Classic Rock on Friday, 10/11/2013 @ 20:02pm |
I am glad there was a response. Thank you Enigmaticus. I read your posts. My early experiences are similar. I was listening a lot to hits by Styx, Kansas and Boston. I wanted to go back further around 1979. I discovered the Moody Blues. A best friend was talking a lot about them at the time when I was 14 or 15. The first album of the Moody Blues I heard a lot was Days of Future Passed. A very innovative album back in 1968. I went on to buy other albums of theirs like In Search of the Lost Chord and On the Threshold of a Dream. I finally saw the Moody Blues in concert in 1988 at Jones Beach on Long Island in New York. I have been predicting the Moody Blues to go in the Hall for about 5 years. I am figuring that since Donovan were inducted 2 years ago they are getting closer. Leftover artists that were key in the late 60's. I don't mind ELO. A few hits. I think the Hall will hold off on them. They'll go with Moodys first. Posted by Ben on Monday, 10/14/2013 @ 07:44am |
You are very welcome, Ben. Posted by Enigmaticus on Monday, 10/14/2013 @ 09:32am |
Well I just want to say first that it is with great regret that the Moody Blues are not on the 2014 ballot. They were just announced yesterday. As a consolation prize I can say that Yes were nominated. So since the Moody Blues are not on the ballot I predict Yes to be inducted. I like Yes as well. I like Moodys even more but hey in the meantime. I know there was a lot of support for Yes too. It was on the web. I think these Rock Hall people that vote felt that Yes sold out arenas more. It should have been Moody Blues first. They led to the sound of Yes, ELP and other prog rock. As far as To Our Children's Children's Children. I had it on vinyl long ago. I haven't heard it in a long time. It came out in 1969 I remember that. Posted by Ben on Thursday, 10/17/2013 @ 02:56am |
Chapter six of Nile Rodgers' autobiography "Le Freak" is titled "In Search of the Lost Chord" Posted by Aaron O'Donnell on Friday, 10/18/2013 @ 10:30am |
It just goes to show how stupid the nominating committee for the R&R HOF are. The Moody Blues have made some of the best and innovative music of the "rock era". They still perform and are enjoyed by young and old alike. I don't know what it's going to take to get them in. I guess we'll all continue to post our frustration.......... Posted by tony on Friday, 10/18/2013 @ 14:52pm |
WOW! Just saw them live on 11/1/2013. They were great! I thought they were in a long time ago. Shocked! Posted by Tim on Monday, 11/4/2013 @ 00:25am |
I have only seen The Moody Blues once in concert. The Moody Blues were my second rock concert; that concert took place in October, 1999. The Moody Blues had performed with a symphony orchestra; Ray Thomas had played the extended flute solo version of 'Legend Of A Mind.' Posted by Enigmaticus on Monday, 11/4/2013 @ 01:11am |
Well I just want to say first that it is with great regret that the Moody Blues are not on the 2014 ballot. They were just announced yesterday. As a consolation prize I can say that Yes were nominated. So since the Moody Blues are not on the ballot I predict Yes to be inducted. I like Yes as well. I like Moodys even more but hey in the meantime. I know there was a lot of support for Yes too. It was on the web. I think these Rock Hall people that vote felt that Yes sold out arenas more. It should have been Moody Blues first. They led to the sound of Yes, ELP and other prog rock. As far as To Our Children's Children's Children. I had it on vinyl long ago. I haven't heard it in a long time. It came out in 1969 I remember that. Posted by Enigmaticus on Friday, 11/29/2013 @ 07:58am |
This month, we should celebrate the remarkable achievement that is "Days Of Future Passed," for that album, arguably gave birth to the "progressive rock" genre. It has now been 46 glorious years that progressive rock has been with us. What once was a critically maligned genre, has now become accepted, not unlike Impressionism was in the late 19th century. Posted by Enigmaticus on Monday, 12/23/2013 @ 21:52pm |
This month, we should celebrate the remarkable achievement that is "Days Of Future Passed," for that album, arguably gave birth to the "progressive rock" genre. It has now been 46 glorious years since progressive rock had been born. What once was a critically maligned genre, has now finally become accepted, not unlike Impressionism was in the late 19th century. Posted by Enigmaticus on Friday, 12/27/2013 @ 03:38am |
I can't imagine my life without the music of the Moody Blues. They MUST be considered for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Their work is huge and most of all significant!! Don't continue to leave them out.E Posted by Beth Blumenthal on Friday, 12/27/2013 @ 09:56am |
I can't imagine my life without the music of the Moody Blues. They MUST be considered for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Their work is huge and most of all significant!! Don't continue to leave them out.E Posted by Beth Blumenthal on Friday, 12/27/2013 @ 09:56am |
Beth, Posted by Enigmaticus on Friday, 12/27/2013 @ 11:40am |
The Moody Blues have over 16 sensational albums and have performed thousands of live concerts. This band deserves to be in the R&R HOF as much as any artist currently inducted. Posted by Richard on Friday, 12/27/2013 @ 16:48pm |
Long time overdue, please tgr moody blues deserved to be recognized while their all alive. love them, saw 5 Posted by Diane on Friday, 12/27/2013 @ 16:49pm |
~ they so deserve the hall of fame ~ I have loved them since the beginning 1964, always will!! Posted by Charles Forton on Friday, 12/27/2013 @ 17:38pm |
I grew up with the Moody Blues. I have seen them many, many times over the years. They were and are one of my favorite bands ever!! I saw them in September, and I tell you, Justin sounded awesome!! A great show!1 Time stands still for them!! Posted by PattiSmith on Friday, 12/27/2013 @ 20:00pm |
I grew up with the Moody Blues. I have seen them many, many times over the years. They were and are one of my favorite bands ever!! I saw them in September, and I tell you, Justin sounded awesome!! A great show!1 Time stands still for them!! Posted by PattiSmith on Friday, 12/27/2013 @ 20:00pm |
PattiSmith, Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 12/28/2013 @ 12:22pm |
It's a travesty that the Moody Blues are not in the Hall. They were a powerhouse band over many years, with multiple great albums and essentially invented the album as a theme concept. I've heard them in concert the last two years and they can still rock. What a great band. Posted by Terry Overbey on Friday, 04/4/2014 @ 20:56pm |
The moodys will get in sooner than later...as long as more proggy/art rock bands keep coming in every year. deep purple and yes are next....and if so, the tide will have turned for groups like the moodys, tull and others. the moodys have all the criteria. high quality, groundbreaking music (orchestral/proggy rock, rock, pop, psychedelic, and their later adult contemporary 80s.) the hard rock and singers and song writers categories have broken in to the RRHOF, why not more proggy bands? Posted by Tom on Thursday, 04/17/2014 @ 20:58pm |
It has been awhile since I wrote on here. I think it was last Oct. As we know Moody Blues were not even nominated. Now Yes were. There was a lot of support for Yes as well. Well Yes as we now know were not inducted either. Most of us should know who the inductees are. I guess after Rush went in last year those judges figure they'd satisfied the Prog rock thing for awhile. They focused on people like Kiss and Linda Ronstadt. Those were snubs as well true. So I guess they wanted to get those over with. Ok. Now since Yes were not actually inducted. This does mean that the Moodys could still get inducted first. Perhaps. I hope for the Moody Blues every year. There was quite a bit of controversy for this year's Hall class. Both Deep Purple and Moody Blues have a chance for either next year or the next couple years. They wouldn't stir as much controversy I figure. Posted by Ben on Saturday, 04/19/2014 @ 06:48am |
The Moody Blues Posted by Roy on Saturday, 04/19/2014 @ 07:23am |
I consider The Moody Blues to be one of the greatest live and recorded musical groups of all time. Of course, I have only grown up with them so what do I know. Their live performance sounded exactly the same as their recorded music - something that many groups cannot duplicate. Never understood how so many limp performers have made it in (I won't name any) while they have been cast aside. Posted by Flad on Sunday, 04/27/2014 @ 17:46pm |
I would also fully support the immediate induction of The Moody Blues into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame. Posted by Enigmaticus on Monday, 04/28/2014 @ 09:48am |
Can not imagine a bigger omission in the R&R Hall of Fame than the Moody Blues..Seriously..we have one off artists inducted and these guys who contributed for decades are not inducted?? Please they were revolutionary and opened minds to so much great music..Lets get serious here Posted by mburks on Friday, 05/16/2014 @ 23:13pm |
Not to include this British Invasion group into the hall of fame is a disgrace. They not only were great in the 60's but are still outstanding today. Their music is timeless and never gets old my children are now in their late 20s and still agree that the moodies are better musically than anyone making "music" today. I for one feel that they have had more influence on music in their life time than any other group. Please reconsider them for inductions as they are long over due. Posted by Robert D Marx MD on Thursday, 05/22/2014 @ 13:50pm |
The Moody Blues, are not just another British Invasion band, but in my honest opinion, the co-founders, along with Jefferson Airplane and Procol Harum of the " art rock" and "progressive rock" genres. Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 05/24/2014 @ 12:55pm |
Oh, drat did I forget two of Rush's greatest songs: 'Available Light,' from "Presto and 'Ghost Of A Chance,' from "Roll The Bones," as well?" Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 05/24/2014 @ 13:07pm |
I can't think of a single bar of any Nirvana song. Maybe that's because I'm 65. Snubbing the Moody Blues is of course an outrage but so too is snubbing Tull, The Zombies, Devo, Spirit, Traffic, and many more. Screw the RARHOF. Also, Rolling Stone, which panned Electric Ladyland when it came out. Guess who my wife and I listened to all night? The Moody Blues. Posted by Doug Lowenthal on Saturday, 05/31/2014 @ 02:39am |
Doug Lowenthal: Of your list, one of those bands (Traffic) is in the Hall of Fame and has been for ten years. Doesn't make the others any less snubbed, though. Posted by SotN on Saturday, 05/31/2014 @ 03:26am |
Sorry, I had been reading about this and Traffic was mentioned as not having been chosen. Should have checked. Posted by Doug Lowenthal on Saturday, 05/31/2014 @ 09:57am |
How are the Moody Blues not in the Rock 'n Roll Hall of Fame? "Days of Future Past" alone should guarantee them an induction. Posted by Lazybone on Wednesday, 06/18/2014 @ 21:36pm |
I could not agree more Lazybone. The Moody Blues deserve to be immediately inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame. Posted by Enigmaticus on Thursday, 06/19/2014 @ 08:50am |
Ride My See-Saw strait away into the Rock Hall. Posted by bubba on Monday, 07/28/2014 @ 16:33pm |
The Moody Blues, are not just another British Invasion band, but in my honest opinion, the co-founders, along with Jefferson Airplane and Procol Harum of the " art rock" and "progressive rock" genres. Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 08/9/2014 @ 13:18pm |
Ok. Well another list of Nominees is coming. The ones for the 2015 Rock n Roll Hall. So there is renewed Hope that the Moody Blues can go in. I predict them every year in recent times to go in. I want to say that my favorite band is the Who. Now they were inducted right on the mark way back in 1990 after 25 years. At the time I thought that was cool. Others I like a lot such as Jimi Hendrix, Cream, The Doors, The Animals, Grateful Dead, Elton John and Neil Young have gone in. What the heck happened? You realize over time how many great artists have been left out. My fav of the groups snubbed is the Moody Blues. By 2002 I was realizing just how many artists were being snubbed. The Moody Blues could have and should have been inducted around the time the Who were. I would have settled for a couple years late. The Animals and Pink Floyd were a couple years late. So now all these years later we've seen Madonna and the Beastie Boys go in and not the Moody Blues. I'll say it again the Moody Blues also made terrific contributions to 60's and 70's Rock. Let them at least be nominated. Last year Yes were nominated. That brought hope for the Moodys. Now Yes did lose. So this year perhaps both Moody Blues and Yes will be nominated. I'll say Deep Purple and the Doobie Brothers as well. So that's what I will say about the 2015 Rock Hall for now. Posted by Ben on Sunday, 09/7/2014 @ 04:18am |
Ben, Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 09/7/2014 @ 16:27pm |
To put it in a much more direct way, I consider Justin Hayward of The Moody Blues to be the "prog" father and Grace Slick of Jefferson Airplane, etc. To be the "prog" mother. Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 09/7/2014 @ 16:42pm |
To put it in a much more direct way, I consider Justin Hayward of The Moody Blues to be the "prog" father and Grace Slick of Jefferson Airplane, etc. to be the "prog" mother. Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 09/7/2014 @ 17:01pm |
Enigmaticus, I thought you might respond. I happen to love the Jefferson Airplane. I never really thought of them as prog Rock but in a loose kind of way I guess compared to other stuff in the late 60's. The Voice of Grace Slick is great. The Airplane went in a long time ago. In 1996 I believe. They went in close enough to the mark. After about 30 years around. I do know that Pink Floyd and Traffic went in. Genesis and Rush in more recent years. I predict Moody Blues every year in recent years to continue hope. I do know the similar band Procul Harum were nominated. When that happened I was thinking that they really seem to be circling around the Moody Blues. I talked to some people about that. Some older FM people. They said Procul Harum were OK. However they said their albums didn't compare to the Moody Blues. I figure we'll find out the nomination in about a month from Now in October. Posted by Ben on Sunday, 09/7/2014 @ 18:02pm |
You must by now realize that these awards are not ARTISTICALLY based or awarded, they are selected on POPULARITY and POLITICS. Posted by Dennis on Thursday, 09/11/2014 @ 23:10pm |
In the late summer of 1980, while I was a Freshman attending the University of Arizona, I was first exposed to the music of The Moody Blues. Back in those days, Classic Rock radio stations would play songs like 'Nights In White Satin' and 'Tuesday Afternoon.' Posted by Enigmaticus on Friday, 09/12/2014 @ 09:49am |
The fact that The Moody Blues are not yet in the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame is almost incomprehensible. A series of happy accidents had occurred which had led to the creation of "progressive rock" as a genre, nearly 48 years ago. Justin Hayward had joined The Moody Blues, due to Mike Pinder picking his name, almost at random. Mike had taken Justin's great folk songs and had given them new life with his mastery of the Mellotron. Decca had wanted a demonstration album, in order to introduce "Deramic Sound," actually "stereo" to their representatives. Decca had wanted a "pop group" to play Dvorak's New World Symphony. The Moody Blues had already created a "stage show" which had fit in the time allotted. Peter Knight and The London Festival Orchestra had orchestrated those songs separately. The result was the phenomenal, "Days Of Future Passed." Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 09/20/2014 @ 10:48am |
Hello everyone just some information from an older rock fan who also appreciates all types of music. Let us review: Posted by sue on Tuesday, 09/30/2014 @ 22:53pm |
Thank you, Sue. Apparently, the Rock Hall needs to see a new documentary about the band, like "Rush: Beyond The Lighted Stage," or a wholesale campaign, like "Voices For Yes," in order to get their attention. Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 10/11/2014 @ 06:39am |
Thank you Ben and Sue, amongst others, for your support of The Moody Blues induction. I think that there needs to be a fresh new documentary about The Moody Blues to explain their importance to the evolution of rock and roll and progressive rock, in particular. Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 10/11/2014 @ 12:46pm |
Ok. So once again the Moody Blues have been snubbed. I guess what happened is when Rush were inducted the Hall figured that satisfies the Prog rock Genre for awhile. A lot of my Favs are in the Hall. The Who is actually my fav band. I haven't talked much about that since they went in. The Who in fact went in very promptly back at the 1990 ceremony. In those days I didn't of all these snubs and disappointments. Over tine though you notice the Snubs. It was around 2006 or so I noticed the Snubs a lot. Moody Blues being one of the most notable. Hey same era as the Who and the Doors. As you pointed out the Jefferson Airplane went in. I mentioned recently that I recall when I was a kid over 30 years ago that Writers at Rolling Stone and other Rock magazines were panning their albums wrongfully as boring to them while they are exciting to me. I was little when they had their earlier masterpieces came out. I recall comments about the group. Several of those critics I suspect are on the committee. Moody Blues are humble bunch so they aren't complaining. Thus the delay. I've given this more thought at this point. Ahh but as for me. This year I enhanced my collection of Moody Blues albums. I bought On the Threshold and TO Our Children's Children's Children. I like tracks like Eyes of the Child a lot. SO ENig I took your advice. I will buy Every Good Boy in the near future. In any case the Nominee list is out. Nothing we can do. They are low on the Classic Rock this year. It becomes harder as the years go by since the Hall will start stressing 80s and 90s. We'll hope for next year. Enig you mentioned they may bounce back with lots of Classic Rock next year. Posted by Ben on Tuesday, 10/14/2014 @ 04:48am |
Thank you, Ben. Posted by Enigmaticus on Tuesday, 10/14/2014 @ 09:25am |
The Moody Blues Posted by Roy on Wednesday, 10/15/2014 @ 09:19am |
This year saw the Moody Blues in Philadelphia,incredible concert! Justin Hayward still has the voice.One of the best singing voices in music. Has anybody heard Justin singing Nights in White Satin with Greek tenor Mario Frangoulis? BEAUTIFUL. Tony Carosi Posted by Tony Carosi on Friday, 10/31/2014 @ 23:20pm |
Just to add another note , We all know that the Moody Blues deserves to be in the rock hall of fame.They have nothing to prove,they already proved it . They will always be one of the best bands ever! And remember they are still playing. Tony Posted by Tony on Saturday, 11/1/2014 @ 11:55am |
Tony I agree The Moody Blues should be elected. But are they still playing together? Justin Hayward is out on his own, he's performing tomorrow w/ Mike Dawes at a music hall in Tarrytown, N.Y. Posted by Worm on Saturday, 11/1/2014 @ 18:35pm |
Worm, saw the Moody Blues with Justin,John and Graeme two months ago in Philly, Kiimmiel center,and again in sellersville,PA. Your right with Mike and Julie.On stage Justin said he is not finish playing with the Moodies,but will continue . Posted by Tony on Sunday, 11/2/2014 @ 00:51am |
Justin Hayward was great performing in Tarrytown, N.Y. last night. He had just a guitarist and keyboard backing him. He did several Moodies songs but also other stuff and new stuff. Posted by Worm on Monday, 11/3/2014 @ 15:08pm |
It's good to know that Justin Hayward, aka, the "prog" father is still making music. Hopefully, The Moody Blues will tour again and receive a Rock Hall nomination later this year. Posted by Enigmaticus on Monday, 11/24/2014 @ 08:04am |
Biggest travesty in Rock and Roll history is the exclusion of the Moody Blues from induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Posted by mike on Wednesday, 11/26/2014 @ 09:57am |
Agreed, keeping The Moody Blues out of the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame is like not inducting Scottie Pippen into the Basketball Hall Of Fame, or not inducting Joe Montana into the Football Hall Of Fame. :-( Posted by Enigmaticus on Friday, 11/28/2014 @ 05:35am |
one of the very few bands that choreographed their tracks to flow from start to finish with beautiful stereo selections. Posted by Robert Miller on Tuesday, 12/2/2014 @ 13:21pm |
So, the MOODY BLUES beats out Cream,The Beach Boys,and other major Classic Rock groups in the Ultimate Rock Hall of Fame Contest.It's because the fans voted,not some committee like the rock hall of fame whose head is in the sand! Tony Posted by Tony on Thursday, 01/1/2015 @ 19:05pm |
It's a crime that the magnificent Moody Blues haven't been inducted in the R&R hall of Fame. Listen to their first 7 albums- some of the greatest lyrics, & most beautiful music ever. Posted by ed gotobed on Friday, 01/30/2015 @ 20:24pm |
I'd like to sign the petition to have The Moody Blues inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Put in on the web, and all of us fans will sign it. I don't know what the problem is with the R&RHoF: they've inducted quite a few people who, in my opinion, didn't deserve it, only one reason being they don't even play rock & roll. I submitted my opinion to R&RHoF (and I asked Alice Cooper to use his influence!). But some kind of mass effort by MB's fans is called for, so I salute the person with the petition! Posted by Magenta Fuchsia on Sunday, 02/8/2015 @ 23:53pm |
In the late summer of 1980, while I was a Freshman attending the University of Arizona, I was first exposed to the music of The Moody Blues. Back in those days, Classic Rock radio stations would play songs like 'Nights In White Satin' and 'Tuesday Afternoon.' Posted by Enigmaticus on Friday, 02/13/2015 @ 08:56am |
The fact that The Moody Blues are not yet in the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame is almost incomprehensible. A series of happy accidents had occurred which had led to the creation of "progressive rock" as a genre, nearly 48 years ago. Justin Hayward had joined The Moody Blues, due to Mike Pinder picking his name, almost at random. Mike had taken Justin's great folk songs and had given them new life with his mastery of the Mellotron. Decca had wanted a demonstration album, in order to introduce "Deramic Sound," actually "stereo" to their representatives. Decca had wanted a "pop group" to play Dvorak's New World Symphony. The Moody Blues had already created a "stage show" which had fit in the time allotted. Peter Knight and The London Festival Orchestra had orchestrated those songs separately. The result was the phenomenal, "Days Of Future Passed." Posted by Enigmaticus on Friday, 02/13/2015 @ 09:01am |
The Moody Blues, are not just another British Invasion band, but in my honest opinion, the co-founders, along with Jefferson Airplane and Procol Harum of the " art rock" and "progressive rock" genres. Posted by Enigmaticus on Friday, 02/13/2015 @ 09:03am |
The Moody Blues are more than deserving. Their brand of symphonic/ethereal rock was pioneering for the day. Days of Future Past is one of the first great concept albums. Posted by The Bog on Saturday, 04/18/2015 @ 15:53pm |
Thank you to The Bog, Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 05/2/2015 @ 11:07am |
I ran Decca a couple of times and was pleased, on one occasion, to hear, pick up on and champion the superb Question as a hit single which most others in the company could not understand. Justin has kindly given me full credit for championing the track, in public several times. When Seymour Stein called me for hours the year that both Genesis (a band I found, named and produced) and Abba (who we publish) were inducted, I commented that The Moody Blues deserved induction. "Give it time" he answered. The time, surely, is now? Posted by Jonathan King on Sunday, 05/3/2015 @ 05:08am |
I could not agree more, Jonathan. By the way, thank you for your support of The Moody Blues and for discovering Genesis. The world is a much better place as a result. Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 05/3/2015 @ 23:30pm |
The Moody Blues are my third favorite band, after Rush and Yes. They have been ignored for far too long by an institution which happens to pride itself on excellence. Back in 2013, the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame inducted several great rock icons. The ceremony was magnificent. One can only hope that they will have the foresight to do the same next year. The nominations of The Moody Blues, Duran Duran and E.L.O. would be a good place to start. Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 05/9/2015 @ 14:25pm |
ENIG Posted by KING on Saturday, 05/30/2015 @ 20:40pm |
Ben, Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 05/31/2015 @ 13:42pm |
Why does the Rolling Stone Album Guide give each one of The Moody Blues studio albums either 1 or 2 stars out of 5? Did they not play their instruments correctly? I'm not a music expert. I don't know what to check for when listening to a song. Posted by Roy on Sunday, 05/31/2015 @ 13:52pm |
KING, Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 05/31/2015 @ 15:49pm |
Being a rock and roll "purist," I can see why the Moodies have not been elected into the Hall. However, they have a "quality"... something I would call a "crossover", between rock and roll, and classical music that I see few other bands having. They definitely belong in the Hall. Posted by DON L SIMPSON on Wednesday, 06/10/2015 @ 23:01pm |
You can't call yourself " Rock and Roll Hall of Fame" without the Moody Blues!!!!!!!!!!! Posted by Marty Uhl on Tuesday, 06/16/2015 @ 20:08pm |
I had the privilege of going to a Moody Blues concert 2 months ago, April 2015. They are still fabulous after nearly 50 years! I don't understand why they are repeatedly shunned by the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. I have sent letters to the Hall of Fame but I doubt that they are even read. Is there anything else I can be doing? I am so outraged! Posted by Rhonda Hawes on Friday, 06/19/2015 @ 22:16pm |
Well, this has been quite a spectacular week for "progressive rock/art rock. First of all, Rush has finally become the featured artist on the cover of Rolling Stone Magazine. This is the rough equivalent to "progressive rock" of the moon landing in 1969, to Science. Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 06/20/2015 @ 06:20am |
it shouldn't be about hits to make it in..it's about substance..lyric's and music..how many bands did this band influence..the moody blues, yes chicago. should all be in Posted by david mccaslin on Saturday, 06/20/2015 @ 15:16pm |
David, Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 06/20/2015 @ 17:27pm |
I can't believe the Moody Blues have not been considered as inductees into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. There music continues to stand the time. 2015 inductee, Joan Jet and the Black Hearts, seriously! Posted by John on Monday, 07/6/2015 @ 18:05pm |
I was 5 years old when The Moody Blues had released "Days Of Future Passed." I was 6 years old when The Moody Blues had released "In Search Of The Lost Chord." I was 7 years old when The Moody Blues had released "To Our Children's Children's Children." I was 18 years old when I had discovered The Moody Blues. I was 19 years old when The Moody Blues had released "Long Distance Voyager." I was 37 years old when I had attended my first Moody Blues' concert; it was during "The Strange Times" tour. Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 08/16/2015 @ 04:48am |
The Moody Blues have remained one of my favorite groups since I had discovered them in the late summer of 1980, almost 35 years ago. I did not see them live in concert until 1999, 19 years later. The concert was during the "Strange Times" tour; Ray Thomas had played the extended flute solo on 'Legend Of A Mind,' a tribute to the late Timothy Leary. The Moody Blues were accompanied by a full symphony orchestra, possibly the Phoenix Symphony Orchestra. Posted by Enigmaticus on Monday, 08/17/2015 @ 20:15pm |
... that I am aware of. Posted by Enigmaticus on Monday, 08/17/2015 @ 20:51pm |
Various individuals might have argued that I had arrived too late to completely appreciate "progressive rock" fully. After all my first exposure to "prog" had occurred long after it's heyday had already come and gone. Posted by Enigmaticus on Wednesday, 08/19/2015 @ 04:57am |
I was driving earlier this afternoon and listening to Sirius XM's Classic Vinyl station (one of my favorites, especially for highway driving). Anyway, Rachel Steele (the daily afternoon host for Classic Vinyl) mentioned the upcoming Rock Hall nominations and said that the nominations will be announced in a month or so (nothing new here). What's interesting is she name-dropped the Moody Blues as an act that should be given consideration for nomination. She seemed to heavily hint that the Moody Blues might get a nomination this year. Then she played one of their songs "Question." I don't know if I'm reading too much on this but hopefully she's right. The Moody Blues, love them or hate them, deserves at least a nomination and eventual induction. They are long, long overdue. I not necessarily the biggest Moody Blues' fan but I definitely support them to be in the Rock Hall. Posted by Nick on Monday, 08/24/2015 @ 01:06am |
Nick, Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 08/29/2015 @ 05:42am |
I have now been an aficionado of The Moody Blues' music for over 35 years. Next month, my appreciation of Rush's music will be 35 years old, as well as my appreciation of Pink Floyd. All three of these artists have had an enormous influence upon the types of music which I have enjoyed over the years. Rush and Pink Floyd have been inducted previously into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame, yet the co-founders of both "art rock" and "progressive rock" have still been waiting outside. Is this fair? Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 09/19/2015 @ 13:55pm |
The Moody Blues Posted by Roy on Thursday, 09/24/2015 @ 00:00am |
I have not been on this Chat forum for a long time. I can Focus on the Moody Blues more this way. There isn't so many tangents here like the 2016 forum. I don't know what the right word is. Posted by Ben on Sunday, 09/27/2015 @ 08:31am |
If Denny Laine doesn't get inducted with the Moody Blues, he'll be inducted with Wings. If the Moody Blues and Wings are inducted the same year and Denny Laine is only inducted with Wings then during his speech he should tell the Rock Hall that he should have been inducted with the Moody Blues as well!! I think he'll be inducted with both. Posted by Roy on Sunday, 09/27/2015 @ 18:30pm |
Well, I am extremely surprised that it did not happen this year. Perhaps we need to have a signed petition, like Rush did and Duran Duran and Yes still do, to get the Rock & Roll Nominating Committe's attention. Moreover, I really think that it would be a great idea for The Moody Blues to re- release an expanded version of "A Night At Red Rocks" on BluRay, DVD and CD. It would probably be a great idea to release a new documentary about The Moody Blues' importance to the history of "rock and roll" in general and "progressive rock" and "art rock," in particular. Obviously, "Legend Of A Band" was a good place to start, but there is a veritable cornucopia of information out there that needs to be made public about The Moody Blues' contributions. Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 10/10/2015 @ 11:14am |
The Hall of Fame is illigitmate ountil the Moodies are in Posted by phantom66 on Sunday, 10/18/2015 @ 14:16pm |
FRL Fans & Regulars Posted by KING on Monday, 10/19/2015 @ 14:20pm |
Well as we know once again it did not Happen this Year for the Moody Blues. Perhaps one of those petitions is Needed. Long ago there used to be documentaries for the Moody Blues on the Radio,. 20-30 Years ago. Those need to be put out on Blu Ray. Posted by Ben on Friday, 10/23/2015 @ 16:36pm |
Ben and KING, Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 10/24/2015 @ 07:24am |
Back in April, 2013 prior to Rush's actual induction into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame, Alex Lifeson had listed two artists who were huge influences upon Rush. Those artists are: The Moody Blues and King Crimson. Geddy Lee had also mentioned two additional bands who were quite influential: Yes and Deep Purple. Posted by Enigmaticus on Wednesday, 11/4/2015 @ 20:59pm |
Enig Posted by KING on Thursday, 11/5/2015 @ 19:29pm |
KING, Posted by Enigmaticus on Friday, 11/6/2015 @ 02:31am |
KING, Posted by Enigmaticus on Friday, 11/6/2015 @ 03:20am |
KING, Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 11/7/2015 @ 02:20am |
Good points Enig all around. Chicago will win the fan ballot and confident they will be inducted. Roy's posts are very humorous but truthful about Chicago and their likely induction. Deep Purple certainly deserving on both influence & innovation. The 1969 Deep Purple & Orchestra was ahead of its time as well as the Purple musicians were all All Stars on their instruments. They had some excellent songs:Burn, Highway Star, Hush, Smoke On The Water, Woman From Tokyo etc. There's also Deep Purple's psychedelic rock, prog rock, hard rock/metal, and variety of styles over 40+ years. YES are respected prog and deserving as well. Posted by KING on Saturday, 11/7/2015 @ 03:00am |
KING, Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 11/7/2015 @ 12:21pm |
Next month will mark the 48th anniversary of the release of "Days Of Future Passed," the seminal concept album which had led to the development of the progressive rock genre. "Days" is a recording of such monumental importance that it had led to the establishment of several bands who had been inspired to experiment with rock music in a heretofore unknown manner. Posted by Enigmaticus on Monday, 11/9/2015 @ 01:10am |
After having looked at the contributions of several major "progressive rock" bands throughout the decades, I have been hard pressed to name another artist which had influenced the establishment of "progressive rock" more than The Moody Blues. Posted by Enigmaticus on Monday, 11/9/2015 @ 02:07am |
Today is the 48th anniversary of the release of "Days Of Future Passed." Posted by Enigmaticus on Wednesday, 11/11/2015 @ 23:38pm |
So, what does the release of "Days Of Future Passed" signify? Posted by Enigmaticus on Friday, 11/13/2015 @ 09:45am |
"The Moody Blues are so significant to rock music, that without their contributions, most of the great music that still exists would not exist. Or to put it another way, There would be no Rush, no Yes, no Genesis, no King Crimson, etc. i.e. that is no modern rock!" Posted by Dezmond on Friday, 11/13/2015 @ 13:03pm |
"There would be no Rush, no Yes, no Genesis, no King Crimson, etc. i.e. that is no modern rock!" Posted by DarinRG on Friday, 11/13/2015 @ 17:02pm |
Duh, Darin. Stop being such mellowharsh. Now go get your bellbottoms on or we'll be late to the 10th anniversary jam of the Grateful Dead. Jerryberry himself sent a letter to the fan club to be read there! Posted by Philip on Friday, 11/13/2015 @ 17:45pm |
ENIG Posted by KING on Friday, 11/13/2015 @ 19:31pm |
Dezmond, Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 11/14/2015 @ 10:46am |
Dezmond, Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 11/14/2015 @ 11:31am |
DarinRG, Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 11/14/2015 @ 16:58pm |
Sorry but I'm gonna defend DarinRG; Why exactly was his comments "outrageous" or even laughable? I think it's more "outrageous" for someone to constantly post and repost the same comments day-after-day, week-after-week on the same bands/groups. Posted by Nick on Saturday, 11/14/2015 @ 17:06pm |
"That was absolutely hilarious. Most "modern rock" artists Posted by DarinRG on Saturday, 11/14/2015 @ 18:42pm |
Quite so DarinRG, Posted by Enigmaticus on Monday, 11/16/2015 @ 02:45am |
"I should have said modern prog, not modern rock." Posted by DarinRG on Monday, 11/16/2015 @ 17:51pm |
"Also there are songs like 'I'll Wait' and mostly some "Van Hagar" era Van Halen songs, a few Aerosmith songs, most notably 'Dream On (with orchestral accompaniment),' 'Livin' On The Edge' and 'Janie's Got A Gun'" Posted by Sean on Monday, 11/16/2015 @ 23:03pm |
Thank you Sean, as far as Aerosmith and Van Helen was concerned, I was only referring to certain songs, not the body of their work, being "prog adjacent." Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 11/28/2015 @ 14:07pm |
So, let me see if I can rank The Moody Blues studio albums from least favorite to most favorite: Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 11/28/2015 @ 14:20pm |
Oops, I forgot "Strange Times." So, let me see once again, if I can rank The Moody Blues studio albums from least favorite to most favorite: Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 11/28/2015 @ 14:29pm |
Thank you Sean, as far as Aerosmith and Van Helen was concerned, I was only referring to certain songs, not the body of their work, as being "prog adjacent." Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 11/28/2015 @ 14:57pm |
I'm terribly sorry, I had mean to write Van Halen, not Van Helen. My tex editor likes to change what I have written sometimes. Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 11/29/2015 @ 19:46pm |
Thank you Sean, as far as Aerosmith and Van Halen was concerned, I was only referring to certain songs, not the body of their work, as being "prog adjacent." Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 11/29/2015 @ 19:49pm |
See what I mean, I had typed text and somehow the text editor had reinterpreted text as tex. LOL Posted by Enigmaticus on Tuesday, 12/1/2015 @ 02:54am |
Tick tock tick tock tick tock, the clock sometimes ticks away so slowly day after day, month after month, year after year. As time passes, rock artists also age and sometimes pass away. Unfortunately, we have already seen this occur in the world of "progressive rock" with Chris Squire of Yes and Jon Lord, formerly of Deep Purple. Posted by Enigmaticus on Wednesday, 12/9/2015 @ 08:58am |
Perhaps, it is more fitting that The Moody Blues may be inducted in 2017, for that will also mark the 50th anniversary since "progressive rock" was born. Posted by Enigmaticus on Monday, 12/14/2015 @ 09:50am |
The summer of 2017 will mark the 50th anniversary of the Summer Of Love. I think that it would be very appropriate for The Moody Blues and Procol Harum to be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame during that year. Posted by Enigmaticus on Tuesday, 12/15/2015 @ 02:17am |
I think Moody Blues have best chance of induction, Enig. They have been playing 50 years and would draw votes from across the spectrum of HOF voters. Moody Blues probably toured with or know members of many of the 60's & 70's groups. They will be this year's Chicago or Deep Purple. Inducted for their musical excellence & totality of hits and talented works over 50 years. It also helps many of Moody Blues still making music and touring. That means they are still alive. My guess is if Moody Blues on the ballot they would be Top 3 in voting. You can see the Moody Blues fans angry and getting restless last year or two. They will channel that into action. Letters, e-mails, etc. As Enig would say, Moody Blues deserve immediate Induction into the RRHOF. Posted by KING on Monday, 12/21/2015 @ 02:13am |
Alex Lifeson says that The Moody Blues were a huge influence. Geddy Lee basically reiterates the same comment about them, as well. Let's not deny basic facts, as I have said previously, "I happen to see no greater influence upon the overall music of Rush than that of The Moody Blues!" So, I have been compelled to ask this simple rhetorical question: if this is the case, why are The Moody Blues not in the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame? Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 12/26/2015 @ 05:08am |
Enig, Posted by Ben on Saturday, 12/26/2015 @ 06:33am |
Ben, Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 12/26/2015 @ 14:44pm |
Ben, Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 12/26/2015 @ 14:51pm |
ENIG Posted by KING on Saturday, 12/26/2015 @ 16:09pm |
KING, Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 12/27/2015 @ 11:53am |
I agree Moody Blues deserves induction. Prog needs a full court press committee this year. Similar to a Presidential campaign. Money utilized in advertising and writers writing excellent essays why King Crimson, Moody Blues, Procol Harum, & YES deserve Rock and Roll Hall Of Fame. A Prog-a-palooza type event would be cool. Some groups like YES or Moody Blues could headline it. I think the key is getting Moody Blues inducted in 2017 and YES inducted in 2018. A Moody Blues & Duran Duran nomination in the 2016-2017 cycle would be a good start. I think if Moody Blues could just get on the ballot that they would be inducted. The Chicago supporters could be the difference. Now Chicago is inducted, they might throw their support around the Moodies. KING Posted by KING on Sunday, 12/27/2015 @ 18:54pm |
Enig Posted by Ben on Monday, 12/28/2015 @ 05:36am |
Groups like the Moody Blues, Yes, etc., the progressive rock groups have been snubbed for so long, they will all be dead by the time they are inducted. Change the name to the R&R Hall of Shame. When people like Geddy Lee of Rush speak out asking the Question ( pun intended) of where are the Moodies, I wonder if some future inductee will have the balls to show up, accept the award, tell the world they don't deserve it, tell the committee to pull their heads out of their asses, listen to the masses and that other groups like the Moodies and Yes do, hand the trophy back to the presenter and walk off the stage. I'm sure, after the shock of the moment, applause will ring out. Posted by Rob on Saturday, 01/2/2016 @ 11:28am |
Rob, Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 01/2/2016 @ 12:43pm |
My Post will lean towards the Positive. In 2017 some big Prog groups will still be snubbed but I think the Moody Blues stand a good chance of being nominated. The support of the members of Rush will help them. They may wait on the other 3. I want you to know I was exploring the site. The Moody Blues have been considered for nomination. Certainly ELO and of course Yes. Duran Duran have not even been considered. So Enig I think the Hall will nominate those considered already first. Posted by Ben on Sunday, 01/3/2016 @ 10:09am |
Ben, Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 01/3/2016 @ 16:04pm |
The fact that The Moody Blues are not yet in the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame is almost incomprehensible. A series of happy accidents had occurred which had led to the creation of "progressive rock" as a genre, over 49 years ago. Justin Hayward had joined The Moody Blues, due to Mike Pinder picking his name, almost at random. Mike had taken Justin's great folk songs and had given them new life with his mastery of the Mellotron. Decca had wanted a demonstration album, in order to introduce "Deramic Sound," actually "stereo" to their representatives. Decca had wanted a "pop group" to play Dvorak's New World Symphony. The Moody Blues had already created a "stage show" which had fit in the time allotted. Peter Knight and The London Festival Orchestra had orchestrated those songs separately. The result was the phenomenal, "Days Of Future Passed." Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 01/3/2016 @ 23:37pm |
The Moody Blues are third on my list of favorite artists, slightly below Yes and slightly above Pink Floyd. Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 01/17/2016 @ 17:54pm |
Enig, Posted by Ben on Monday, 01/18/2016 @ 07:00am |
Some indications that the Moody Blues are coming to the Hall. Donovan were inducted in 2012. He was a key 60s artist. Exact same era as the Moody Blues. Elements of his music are similar. Just listen to Hurdy Gurdy Man and others. After he was inducted I thought the Moody Blues were coming a year or 2 later. Posted by Ben on Thursday, 01/21/2016 @ 05:26am |
"Now since Yes failed twice it is time for the Hall to backtrack to the Moody Blues. They did actually come first." Posted by DarinRG on Thursday, 01/21/2016 @ 21:55pm |
"This year there were just too many classic rock acts on the ballot for all of them to make the cut, but I suspected that Yes would have an easier time than they did with their other ballot appearances." Posted by Ben on Friday, 01/22/2016 @ 07:09am |
Darin, I really don't think your argument is all that solid. I think most of the (vocal) people upset about the Hall not following proper chronology are people like Roger Friedman who are on the outside of the establishment and just want to have something to complain about. Posted by Philip on Friday, 01/22/2016 @ 12:24pm |
Philip - What got me thinking about that was Dave Marsh'c comment to the effect that there's plenty of room in the Hall for more prog, but with Yes they're starting with bubblegum. I have the notion that that's probably not an isolated opinion among the voters. Posted by DarinRG on Friday, 01/22/2016 @ 18:38pm |
Moody Blues have never been nominated. This is something that needs to be rectified. I wonder how many of these boy bands or pop acts of 2016 will be around 50 years like Moody Blues. The Moody Blues are not a novelty act. They put out a great live show and have several generations of fans. Moody Blues transcend time and place. Maybe, these guys are immortal. Procol Harum & Moody Blues were early trailblazers of Progressive Rock so that's innovation and they have influenced many bands of renown. Rush, YES, to name a few. Nights In White Satin is one of the greatest songs of all time. As the brilliant Enigmaticus might say:Moody Blues deserve immediate Induction to RRHOF.Let's get the Moody Blues on the 2016 RRHOF ballot!!! KING Posted by KING on Friday, 01/22/2016 @ 22:40pm |
Darin, Posted by Ben on Saturday, 01/23/2016 @ 06:04am |
Ben - Thanks. And it's not so much an argument on my part as just throwing out some ideas about why Yes hasn't been inducted on their two ballot appearances. I think to a lot of prog fans it's an unfathomably egregious slap in the face, but to other observers it could simply be having higher priorities within the genre or seeing Yes as a band that is deserving, but not an immediate, essential vote. And of course, you also have some people are just shallow, self important pricks and won't support anything they don't "like". Posted by DarinRG on Saturday, 01/23/2016 @ 17:45pm |
Darin, Posted by Ben on Sunday, 01/24/2016 @ 05:03am |
This year, The Moody Blues will celebrate one major album anniversary. On May 15, "Long Distance Voyager" will be 35 years old. Posted by Enigmaticus on Thursday, 02/4/2016 @ 09:12am |
No timetable, but I'm predicting they'll get in. Everyone bet against Kiss, Chicago, and Rush, and there they are. Posted by Michelle on Thursday, 02/25/2016 @ 10:43am |
The Moody Blues Posted by Roy on Sunday, 03/13/2016 @ 10:37am |
Based on which members of Deep Purple were inducted, it appears Denny Laine, Clint Warwick and Justin Hayward will all be inducted with the Moody Blues, and Patrick Moraz won't be. So there will be 7 members of the Moody Blues inducted. Posted by Roy on Sunday, 03/13/2016 @ 10:53am |
I am a rather big Moody Blues fan. Call mea dinosaur if you want. The Moody Blues need to be inducted. Other Classic Favs of mine have gone in. The Who, The Kinks, Cream the Doors Elton John Allman Brothers Band Led Zep Neil Young and Pink Floyd. A bunch of others. So what happened to the Moody Blues. They could have been inducted with any of those. Its because they are part of Prog. The Hall figured Pink Floyd would be enough at that time. They were wrong. Floyd are great of course. Posted by Ben on Friday, 03/18/2016 @ 05:33am |
Pioneers in orchestral/progressive rock, the Moody Blues, yet, wrongly criticized as "bombastic", the progression of the Moody Blues Mk I, to the group that took risks, and pushed boundaries with their "core 7" albums deserves recognition for both their own work, and their influence on the sounds of other bands, and the arrangements in instrumentation and orchestration that could be utilized in the rock idiom. Aside from having some great tracks, the Moody Blues introduced the Mellotron, Chamberlin, and their successors, Synthesizers, to the arsenal of instrumentation for bands. Sadly, sometimes innovators don't receive the plaudits that are richly deserved, this seems the case for the Moody Blues, as prog acts that had lesser influence on the art, have preceded them into the Rock HOF. Posted by The Foss on Friday, 03/18/2016 @ 12:01pm |
The Moody Blues have been appearing on several lists of the greatest rock hall snubs. Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 04/30/2016 @ 12:54pm |
it is a disgrace that so many light-weights are in the RnR Hall of Fame and nobody has had the wisdom to induct The Moody Blues! Please get your act together and get them inducted in 2017. Don't you "experts" know true genius and trailblazing musicianship when you hear it? Get 'er done!!!! Posted by Denise Donahue on Saturday, 04/30/2016 @ 21:39pm |
In my opinion, the single most deserving band not yet inducted. Period. Posted by Wayne on Saturday, 05/21/2016 @ 00:38am |
So the thing is There are a bunch of light-weights that have gone in. Posted by Ben on Tuesday, 05/24/2016 @ 05:17am |
Thank you to Ben, KING, sue, Michelle, DarinRG, The Foss, The Bog, Wayne and numerous others for your support of The a Moody Blues. Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 06/5/2016 @ 11:24am |
Although it calls for some speculation, I see no greater influence upon Rush's massive discography than that of The Moody Blues! Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 06/5/2016 @ 11:32am |
I regret not yet having discussed, "Long Distance Voyager," which was released 35 years ago, last month. I have been extremely busy during the past 4 months, hence my infrequent presence on this forum. Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 06/5/2016 @ 11:40am |
Enig, Posted by Ben on Saturday, 06/18/2016 @ 07:57am |
Ben, Posted by Enigmaticus on Wednesday, 06/22/2016 @ 10:14am |
I have written many posts about The Moody Blues during the past several years. As far as I am concerned, the induction of The Moody Blues into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame should be a "no-brainer." Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 07/2/2016 @ 06:32am |
I had watched two older movies during this past weekend. Posted by Enigmaticus on Tuesday, 07/12/2016 @ 10:20am |
Once again, I had decided to watch a greater portion of "Legend Of A Band," yesterday. I also had watched a portion of a new documentary about The Moody Blues on YouTube. Posted by Enigmaticus on Monday, 07/18/2016 @ 08:38am |
I have just purchased the newest issue of PROG magazine, featuring an article about the transition from psychedelic rock to progressive rock. In approximately 3 more months, the present incarnation of The Moody Blues will be half a century old. With the possible exceptions of Mike Pinder and Ray Thomas, Jusin Hayward, John Lodge and Graeme Edge have been together for almost half a century. Posted by Enigmaticus on Monday, 07/18/2016 @ 10:04am |
I have just purchased the newest issue of PROG magazine, featuring an article about the transition from psychedelic rock to progressive rock. In approximately 3 more months, the present incarnation of The Moody Blues will be half a century old. With the possible exceptions of Mike Pinder and Ray Thomas, Jusin Hayward, John Lodge and Graeme Edge have been together for almost half a century. Posted by Enigmaticus on Tuesday, 07/19/2016 @ 01:34am |
ENIG Posted by KING on Sunday, 07/24/2016 @ 23:17pm |
KING, Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 07/31/2016 @ 23:39pm |
Is next year, finally the year for The Moody Blues? Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 08/14/2016 @ 01:20am |
Enig, Posted by Ben on Saturday, 08/20/2016 @ 16:12pm |
Hello everyone so it is that time of year again.I want to thank Ben,Enigmaticus, King and others here who support my Favorite band the Moody Blues for induction FINALLY in 2017. No band deserves this more in my opinion. I was so fortunate to see them one more time in Atlanta March 2016 to a sold out show. They were fantastic. Justin and John did some solo dates this year in support of solo material. They are the hardest working band still together for 50 years! Can anyone explain to me when Yes,Rush,Kansas,ELP, The Zombies and especially ELO have all stated that the Moodies were an influence that the committee has snubbed them for over 35 years. Oh also this October they are doing several shows at the Venetian in Vegas and over two thousand people went on the Moody Blues Cruise in March(these two events way out of my price range)We are a very large fan base that span several generations. In Atlanta many were over 40 however I spoke to fans who were in their late twenties and thirties who found them through parents and their success from the MTV video hits in the 80's. I want them inducted while Ray and Mike can still perform live. Both worked on John's new cd "10,000 years ago" The fans here need to check it out as well as Justin's "Spirits of the western sky" Both have new material..Oh not many bands around for this many years have members actually touring year after year and still producing quality rock music..enough said Thank you Posted by Sue on Saturday, 08/20/2016 @ 22:46pm |
Sue, Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 08/21/2016 @ 11:58am |
The Moody Blues, are not just another British Invasion band, but in my honest opinion, the co-founders, along with Jefferson Airplane and Procol Harum of the " art rock" and "progressive rock" genres. Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 08/21/2016 @ 12:22pm |
Sue wrote: Posted by Rick Vendl II on Sunday, 08/21/2016 @ 12:30pm |
Thank you to Ben, KING, sue, Michelle, DarinRG, The Foss, The Bog, Wayne and numerous others for your support of The a Moody Blues. Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 08/21/2016 @ 12:46pm |
ELO was founded by Jeff Lynn,Roy Wood,Trevor Burton and Bev Bevan. Bev was in a band with Denny Lain who was an original member of the Moody Blues! Posted by Sue on Sunday, 08/21/2016 @ 13:02pm |
ELO was founded by Jeff Lynn,Roy Wood,Trevor Burton and Bev Bevan. Bev was in a band with Denny Lain who was an original member of the Moody Blues! Posted by Rick Vendl II on Sunday, 08/21/2016 @ 14:08pm |
Sorry Rick, My memory sometimes plays a trick on me as I enter middle age... Posted by Sue on Sunday, 08/21/2016 @ 18:56pm |
Sue wrote: Posted by Rick Vendl II on Wednesday, 08/24/2016 @ 00:36am |
Sue, Posted by Ben on Friday, 08/26/2016 @ 20:16pm |
I am also a huge advocate for The Moody Blues' induction: Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 08/27/2016 @ 11:49am |
Thank you everyone here for your support of the Moody Blues! Posted by Sue on Saturday, 08/27/2016 @ 22:06pm |
I would think this is finally the year for the Moody Blues. It is indeed way past time. I hoping that committee nominates them finally. I would think some on it may give them a shot. They started in the 60s. I figure that is a plus for them. Several committee members go back that far. Posted by Ben on Wednesday, 09/7/2016 @ 09:17am |
Two weeks from today, the "prog father," aka Justin Hayward will celebrate the 70th anniversary of his birth. What better birthday present would there be to give him, than an induction into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame, in 2017? Posted by Enigmaticus on Friday, 09/30/2016 @ 08:37am |
I did not know exactly when Justin Hayward turned 70. I knew he was around there. An induction of the Moody Blues into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame would be a nice birthday present. Posted by Ben on Sunday, 10/2/2016 @ 08:09am |
Ben, Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 10/2/2016 @ 16:54pm |
Enig, Posted by Ben on Monday, 10/3/2016 @ 07:39am |
Ben, Posted by Enigmaticus on Monday, 10/3/2016 @ 09:55am |
Enig, Posted by Ben on Monday, 10/3/2016 @ 13:28pm |
As far as I am concerned, The Moody Blues have long deserved induction into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame. I have also found it quite interesting that Rush has been mentioned numerous times on this particular page. As I have stated previously, "Overall, I have not seen any greater influence overall on Rush's discography than that of The Moody Blues." Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 10/8/2016 @ 12:55pm |
On October 14, Justin Hayward, aka the "prog" father will turn 70. It is quite encouraging to know that the founders of the "progressive rock" and "art rock" genres are still here nearly 50 years later. It is also quite encouraging to know that contrary to popular belief, punk rock did not kill off "prog." There are still four "major progressive rock" bands among us: Rush, Yes, The Moody Blues and King Crimson. It is also encouraging to know that Duran Duran and Electric Light Orchestra are still touring and creating new music. Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 10/8/2016 @ 13:06pm |
As far as I am concerned, The Moody Blues have long deserved induction into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame. I have also found it quite interesting that Rush has been mentioned numerous times on this particular page. As I have stated previously, "Overall, I have not seen any greater influence overall on Rush's discography than that of The Moody Blues." Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 10/8/2016 @ 13:10pm |
Enig, Posted by Enig on Sunday, 10/9/2016 @ 08:38am |
Enig, Posted by Ben on Sunday, 10/9/2016 @ 09:04am |
Today is the 70th anniversary of the birth of Justin David Hayward, the father of "progressive rock." Thank you, Justin for nearly 5 decades of great and timeless songs. Thank you for allowing Mike Pinder to provide orchestral support, via the Mellotron, to your music. Posted by Enigmaticus on Friday, 10/14/2016 @ 03:26am |
As most of you are well aware, I have written rather extensively about The Moody Blues on this site for several years. I have been an advocate for their induction for nearly 2 decades. Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 10/15/2016 @ 11:14am |
It is crazy that they aren't in. You need to check record sales and billboard hit records. They were an extremely progressive band. Look at the current nominees who agree with them influencing them. This is the rock n roll hall of fame not the rap or country music hall of fame .Let's get it straight. Posted by BILL on Wednesday, 10/19/2016 @ 13:25pm |
BILL, Posted by Enigmaticus on Friday, 10/21/2016 @ 12:27pm |
Enig: Posted by Ben on Sunday, 10/23/2016 @ 11:25am |
Ben, Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 10/23/2016 @ 11:38am |
I really do not understand the Rock Hall's failure to induct, or even nominate The Moody Blues. In my honest opinion, this happens to be their single greatest oversight. Can someone please explain this to me? Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 10/23/2016 @ 11:45am |
Enig: Posted by Ben on Monday, 10/24/2016 @ 06:46am |
Ben, Posted by Enigmaticus on Monday, 10/24/2016 @ 11:51am |
Ben, Posted by Enigmaticus on Monday, 10/24/2016 @ 15:45pm |
Enig, Posted by Ben on Tuesday, 10/25/2016 @ 07:26am |
Ben, Posted by Enigmaticus on Tuesday, 10/25/2016 @ 10:00am |
Enig, Posted by Ben on Tuesday, 10/25/2016 @ 12:03pm |
Ben Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 10/30/2016 @ 13:27pm |
Ben, Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 10/30/2016 @ 14:02pm |
Ben, Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 10/30/2016 @ 14:17pm |
Tomorrow is the 49th anniversary of the release of "Days Of Future Passed," the album which is frequently considered to be the first "progressive rock" album. Posted by Enigmaticus on Wednesday, 11/9/2016 @ 09:25am |
Enig, Posted by Ben on Thursday, 11/10/2016 @ 07:02am |
Ben, Posted by Enigmaticus on Thursday, 11/10/2016 @ 09:08am |
Enig: Posted by Ben on Thursday, 11/10/2016 @ 13:54pm |
Sorry about that. Here is a correction. "Breathe deep the gathering gloom. Watch lights fade from every room...It starts like that. Ive known the poem and the Classic song since Im a young teenager. I just didn't know or remember it was called Late Lament. Maybe I did at 16. I did know the poem was written by Graeme Edge. Posted by Ben on Friday, 11/11/2016 @ 05:27am |
49 years ago today, a monumental recording had been released in the United States. This recording was the second album by a group known as The Moody Blues. This recording would be extremely influential upon the then nascent genre of "progressive rock." It would further inspire other artists to incorporate orchestrations into their music. Posted by Enigmaticus on Friday, 11/11/2016 @ 09:40am |
During this month, there are two significant Moody Blues' studio albums anniversaries: Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 11/13/2016 @ 13:09pm |
Today is the 47th anniversary of the release of "To Our Children's Children's Children," my favorite studio recording by The Moody Blues. Posted by Enigmaticus on Monday, 11/21/2016 @ 09:32am |
There are several great songs on "To Our Children's Children's Children.," including: 'Gypsy (Of A Strange and Distant Time),' 'Candle Of Life,' 'Beyond,' 'Out And In,' 'The Eyes Of A Child,' 'Eternity Road,' 'Watching And Waiting,' 'Sun Is Still Shining' and 'Floating.' Posted by Enigmaticus on Tuesday, 11/22/2016 @ 02:46am |
My favorite songs on "To Our Children's Children's Children" from least favorite to most favorite are: Posted by Enigmaticus on Tuesday, 11/22/2016 @ 03:43am |
My favorite songs on "To Our Children's Children's Children" from least favorite to most favorite are: Posted by Enigmaticus on Wednesday, 11/23/2016 @ 02:25am |
Enig, my 2 favorites are 'I'm Just a Singer (in a Rock and Roll Band)' and 'Ride My See Saw'. Posted by Paul in KY on Wednesday, 11/23/2016 @ 08:22am |
As far as The Moody Blues studio albums are concerned. Here is a list of those which I am familiar with, from my least favorite to most favorite: Posted by Enigmaticus on Wednesday, 11/23/2016 @ 09:38am |
As far as The Moody Blues studio albums are concerned. Here is a list of those which I am familiar with, from my least favorite to most favorite, with their respective ratings: Posted by Enigmaticus on Wednesday, 11/23/2016 @ 21:24pm |
"To Our Children's Children's Children" is definitely my favorite studio album by The Moody Blues. Are there any non-compilation recordings (live) albums by The Moody Blues which may be arguably better? Yes, there actually are. Posted by Enigmaticus on Thursday, 11/24/2016 @ 10:34am |
What are the 10 Reasons why The Moody Blues deserve immediate induction into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame? Posted by Enigmaticus on Thursday, 11/24/2016 @ 10:39am |
Paul in KY, Posted by Enigmaticus on Friday, 11/25/2016 @ 12:44pm |
Enig, thanks for the suggestions! Will check them out. Posted by Paul in KY on Saturday, 11/26/2016 @ 07:49am |
Paul in KY, Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 11/26/2016 @ 11:04am |
As most of you are well aware, I have written rather extensively about The Moody Blues on this site for several years. I have been an advocate for their induction for nearly 2 decades. Posted by Enigmaticus on Monday, 11/28/2016 @ 09:34am |
I hope the Moody Blues get inducted into the Hall of Fame some day. They deserve it Posted by stephen c. tobleman on Thursday, 12/22/2016 @ 10:16am |
Stephen, Posted by Enigmaticus on Friday, 12/23/2016 @ 13:31pm |
Stephen, Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 12/24/2016 @ 03:50am |
Next year will mark my 38th anniversary of my introduction to the music of Rush and Electric Light Orchestra and my 37th anniversary of my introduction to the music of The Moody Blues. The Moody Blues are third on my list of favorite artists and have remained in that position for several decades. As I have stated previously, "I find no greater influence on the music of Rush overall, than that of The Moody Blues." With Yes and Electric Light Orchestra finally receiving long overdue and well deserved inductions into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame in 2017, i think that it is paramount to induct the co-founders of progressive rock: The Moody Blues and Procol Harum into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame in 2018. Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 12/24/2016 @ 04:15am |
I had discovered the music of Justin, John, Graeme, Ray and Mike over 36 years ago. I was changing the channel on my college roommate's radio when I happened upon a song called 'Nights In White Satin.' After hearing this magnificent song, I was compelled to purchase "This Is The Moody Blues" during the spring semester of 1981. Later, that summer, I would purchase "Long Distance Voyager" on vinyl. Over the past 35 years, I have owned copies of "Days Of Future Passed," "In Search Of The Lost Chord," "On The Threshold Of A Dream," "To Our Children's Children's Children," "A Question Of Balance," "Every Good Boy Deserves Favour," "Seventh Sojourn," "The Present," "Sur La Mer," "A Night At Red Rocks" and "Strange Times" on compact disc. I had also owned a copy of "The Other Side Of Life" on cassette. Posted by Enigmaticus on Friday, 12/30/2016 @ 01:54am |
Out of the 563 comments written about The Moody Blues, I have written approximately 142 of them, since February 3, 2013. Posted by Enigmaticus on Monday, 01/2/2017 @ 12:40pm |
Slacker. Posted by Philip on Monday, 01/2/2017 @ 13:02pm |
Philip, Posted by Enigmaticus on Monday, 01/2/2017 @ 19:17pm |
Enig, Posted by Ben on Sunday, 01/8/2017 @ 08:12am |
Ben, Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 01/8/2017 @ 14:34pm |
Prior to the date when the members of Rush had finally been inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame, founding member and guitarist, Alex Lifeson had made this comment: Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 01/14/2017 @ 13:32pm |
How is this band not in the Hall of Fame? They should be in for "Days of Future Passed Alone" alone! Hopefully next time! Posted by Tim on Saturday, 01/21/2017 @ 11:42am |
Tim, Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 01/21/2017 @ 12:26pm |
Tim, Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 01/21/2017 @ 12:26pm |
Tim, Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 01/21/2017 @ 13:27pm |
Rush > Deep Purple > Yes > The Moody Blues Posted by Roy on Friday, 01/27/2017 @ 22:23pm |
Roy, Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 01/28/2017 @ 01:06am |
Now that Yes is in (finally!), the only band not in who should be is Moody Blues. Posted by Benjy Edwards on Thursday, 02/9/2017 @ 18:19pm |
Benjy, Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 02/11/2017 @ 12:57pm |
I still think that The Moody Blues will be nominated for induction into the Rock Hall later this year. I also think that Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson will receive the honor of inducting them into the Rock Hall next year. Posted by Enigmaticus on Thursday, 02/23/2017 @ 09:18am |
I still think that The Moody Blues will be nominated for induction into the Rock Hall later this year. I also think that Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson will receive the honor of inducting them into the Rock Hall next year. But, what do you, think? Posted by Enigmaticus on Thursday, 02/23/2017 @ 09:40am |
The HOF has been making a pretty visible effort to correct a number of long time snubs; and The Moody Blues seem like the most obvious "next" target for that effort. Posted by Shrek on Thursday, 02/23/2017 @ 12:58pm |
Shrek, Posted by Ben on Saturday, 02/25/2017 @ 08:20am |
Ben and Shrek, Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 02/25/2017 @ 13:24pm |
This should be Moody Blues year for nomination and induction. Chicago & Journey breezed through once they were finally nominated. The Prog groups finally getting some representation in RRHOF. My guess Moody Blues will be #1 or #2 vote getter if nominated 2017. KING Posted by KING on Friday, 03/3/2017 @ 23:34pm |
KING, Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 03/5/2017 @ 11:49am |
It is ridiculous that the Moody Blues have not been inducted. Their impact on music is immense from Mike Pinder's development of the mellotron (to which he introduced John Lennon and was used on Strawberry Fields) to their influence of subsequent prog-rock bands. When I review the list of bands/people who've been inducted, it sickens me that the Moody Blues have not been given the due they deserve. Posted by Arty on Monday, 03/6/2017 @ 12:46pm |
Arty, Posted by Enigmaticus on Thursday, 03/9/2017 @ 08:53am |
I have said this before. I have reviewed the Rock Hall list so many times. I see a lot of deserving names on there but I am always bewildered that the Moody Blues are NOT in the Hall. It sickens me too. The Hall is always skirting around them. Traffic, Leonard Cohen, Jeff Beck, Genesis, The Hollies and Donovan. But there has been not even a nomination for the Moody Blues. Posted by Ben on Thursday, 03/9/2017 @ 15:34pm |
Ben, Posted by Enigmaticus on Friday, 03/10/2017 @ 03:34am |
Enig, Posted by Ben on Friday, 03/10/2017 @ 13:50pm |
Ben, Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 03/11/2017 @ 16:23pm |
Thank yous go out to Eric Layton of E-Rockracy for his profile of major progressive rock artists. I do believe that there is an extremely high probability that The Moody Blues will finally be nominated for induction into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame later this year. Posted by Enigmaticus on Wednesday, 03/15/2017 @ 01:57am |
As we approach the 50th anniversary of the release of "Days Of Future Passed," I would like to comment about how inexplicable it is that The Moody Blues have not yet been nominated for induction into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame. Of course, Rush was in a similar position not quite 5 years ago. Yet, Rush had been inducted immediately after being nominated. I think that The Moody Blues will encounter the same situation later this year. Posted by Enigmaticus on Thursday, 03/16/2017 @ 01:22am |
I do agree there is a high probability that the Moody Blues will be nominated later this year. It logical for this to happen. It is in the last couple years Chicago, Deep Purple, Steve Miller, ELO and Yes have been inducted. Clearly the Hall made a move for those first. Those are also key Classic acts that deserve to be in the Hall. There is a move for catching up on Prog and other Classic rock acts. We are moving in the right direction. Posted by Ben on Friday, 03/17/2017 @ 08:46am |
Ben, Posted by Enigmaticus on Friday, 03/17/2017 @ 10:50am |
This is something I don't understand. My Fav group is actually the Who. They were inducted into the Hall immediately when eligible wayy back in 1990. So their great works like Tommy, Who's Next and Quadrophenia have been acknowledged. Other greats like The Doors, Grateful Dead, Elton John, David Bowie, Jefferson Airplane and Pink Floyd followed along with many others. Eric Clapton is also a fav of mine and was inducted with out a problem. Steely Dan, Paul Simon and on an on. Posted by Ben on Tuesday, 03/21/2017 @ 08:56am |
MOODY BLUES Posted by KING on Wednesday, 03/22/2017 @ 00:50am |
According to Wikipedia, Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 03/25/2017 @ 05:08am |
Enig, Posted by Enig on Saturday, 03/25/2017 @ 12:10pm |
Enig, Posted by Ben on Sunday, 03/26/2017 @ 08:14am |
Ben, Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 03/26/2017 @ 15:50pm |
Ben, Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 03/26/2017 @ 16:24pm |
Due to curiosity, I had to go back to my now long-archived website and read what I had written about The Moody Blues nearly 20 years ago, yesterday. Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 04/16/2017 @ 15:03pm |
Back in 2017, almost 5 years ago, on this website, with a few slight modifications, I had written the following: Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 04/16/2017 @ 15:16pm |
Let me amend my previous statement: Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 04/16/2017 @ 15:30pm |
Let me amend my previous statement: Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 04/16/2017 @ 15:32pm |
Enig, Posted by Ben on Monday, 04/17/2017 @ 16:42pm |
Back on June 10, 2012, with very few exceptions, I had written the following comments.It was my first posting on this site. Posted by akdxmy@hotmail.com on Thursday, 04/20/2017 @ 04:13am |
So, why am I bringing this up at this time? Primarily because 4 of those artists listed have finally been inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame. Now, why am I mentioning this on The Moody Blues page? Because 3 of those previously mentioned artists had been influenced by The Moody Blues. Posted by Enigmaticus on Thursday, 04/20/2017 @ 04:26am |
Enig, Posted by Ben on Thursday, 04/20/2017 @ 05:30am |
A small clarification with Yes. The first album by Yes called was released in 1969. Time and a Word the 2nd album was released in 1970. I looked it up. Time and a Word was released in Nov. 1970. I know that you know that. At any rate my question for you is did Yes open for the Moody Blues in that era? Posted by Ben on Friday, 04/21/2017 @ 06:58am |
Lifeson says he hopes Rush's inclusion "opens the doors for bands like the Moody Blues and King Crimson, who had a huge influence. It's a bit ironic, really. Rock music was born in rebellion, so it's odd to have (a Hall of Fame) where there seem to be guidelines for who's acceptable and who's not." Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 04/22/2017 @ 15:36pm |
Prior to Rush's induction in 2013, Alex Lifeson and Geddy Lee had this to say about "prog" artists who should be in the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame: Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 04/23/2017 @ 08:55am |
I think the Moody's are not in because they have a quality of "goodness", and that's not very cool. Posted by Jim G on Friday, 05/26/2017 @ 13:02pm |
Jim G., Posted by Enigmaticus on Friday, 06/2/2017 @ 09:02am |
I have been looking at Old Rock Hall classes. I do this about once a year. Periodically anyway. I was just reading about the 2002 and 2003 ceremonies. I know who the Inductees are but I looked at all the nominees at that time. Prog like the Moody Blues was disregarded there as well. The Hall was focused on Oldies acts they forgot as well as early Punk/New Wave as well as Heavy rock.Not a thought to the Moody Blues. Posted by Ben on Tuesday, 06/6/2017 @ 11:37am |
I also want to share today that I became more annoyed about the Moody Blues not inducted around 2011. In that year we had a discussion at work that Acts like the Moody Blues and Chicago were NOT in but Dr.John and Neil Diamond were inducted. Some at work ragged on Tom Waits. I dont like him at all but can accept that he is a songwriter cult hero. I like Dr. John. I own 2 cds from him. He could have waited until 2017, 2018 and Yes and Moody Blues could have been inducted at that time. I no longer say stuff like someone shouldnt b inducted at all. I simply say it could have been a different year. Posted by Ben on Tuesday, 06/6/2017 @ 19:17pm |
In my honest opinion, I will phrase it this way: Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 06/10/2017 @ 07:27am |
I will say this. Grateful Dead, Led Zep, Neil Young, Jefferson Airplane, Pink Floyd, David Bowie, the Rascals, Joni Mitchell and the Jackson 5 all had immense influence on music and were all inducted. Yet the Moody Blues who are the fathers of Progressive Rock got left out. All the acts above were inducted for their achievments. Only P Floyd is Prog. The Hall felt at the time that inducting them was enough for Prog. It took until 2010 with Genesis after that for a prog act. Posted by Ben on Sunday, 06/11/2017 @ 08:04am |
Has anybody here seen the documentary, "Legend Of A Band: The Story of The Moody Blues?" Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 07/2/2017 @ 06:05am |
Will The Moody Blues finally receive a long overdue nomination and induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame later this year? Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 07/9/2017 @ 11:09am |
Benjy, Ben, Jim G., Arty and KING, Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 07/15/2017 @ 21:40pm |
In my honest opinion, I will phrase it this way: Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 07/23/2017 @ 03:47am |
Back in November, 1967, The Moody Blues had released rather arguably, the first "progressive" rock album: "Days Of Future Passed." D.O.F.P. had featured two prog rock staples: the romantic, 'Forever Afternoon (Tuesday?)' and the enigmatic, 'Nights In White Satin,' both penned by who at the time, had been their most recent musical acquisition- guitarist and singer/songwriter extraordinaire- Justin Hayward. Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 07/23/2017 @ 04:16am |
There are ALWAYS going to be complaints with ANY organization that has a "Hall Of Fame" about who is or is not included in it. I am not going to denigrate any of the inductees that have been selected. But I WILL protest at least ONE group that is not: THE MOODY BLUES. With few exceptions (thankfully YES "made the cut" in 2017!) the "Hall" is reticent of "Art Rock" or "Prog Rock" in general, it seems. So, as of yet, the "Moodies" are not members...and it is REPREHENSIBLE!! I don't need to promote their music, or list there history and longevity. There were innovators in the genre they helped create--and CONTINUE to tour successfully...and Justin Hayward's voice is still one of the finest of "balladier's" to grace rock and roll. If they are still good, and respected enough to open the 2017 season at the Hollywood Bowl, with full orchestra, and get standout reviews for the 50th Anniversary Tour of "Day Of Future Past" (Knights in White Satin STILL being a landmark song!) they are MORE then worthy to be in the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame. It would be nice if it happend while there are still viable, alive, and Mr. Hayward's voice could be allowed to SOAR throughout an audience of their peer's who can respect superb talent--no matter the genre of rock from which it comes! IT IS OVERDUE! Correct this GLARING error!! Thank You!! Posted by Michael Roach on Friday, 08/4/2017 @ 13:44pm |
Michael Roach, Posted by Enigmaticus on Wednesday, 08/9/2017 @ 03:16am |
So, please tell me, Why do The Moody Blues deserve their long overdue induction into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame? Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 08/27/2017 @ 11:32am |
Hello Moody Blues Fans and thank you everyone for your comments in support of the Moody Blues to be inducted into the RRHOF. I have posted here before and as some of the regulars know, I am a hard core MB fan of over 40 years and very passionate about one of the greatest classic prog bands of all time. Posted by Sue on Friday, 09/1/2017 @ 23:35pm |
Thanks Sue, for sharing your thoughts post on the Moody Blues. I'm sure they appreciate having longtime fans like you going to their shows after awhile. I've never been really a real fan, but I always dug their 45's that my mom had ("Question", "Nights In White Satin") I didn't know Hayward actually made those comments about the RRHOF. I'm sure if their time does come to be inducted they will make the trip to Cleveland or wherever the ceremony is held. For the fans, of course. Their first Top 10 US hit was 52 years ago and for them to wait this long because of, like you said politics and money, is pathetic. Posted by Jason Voigt on Saturday, 09/2/2017 @ 12:34pm |
Sue, Posted by Ben on Saturday, 09/9/2017 @ 06:45am |
Theoretically, this may happen: Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 09/9/2017 @ 15:07pm |
Thank you Jason,Ben,Enig and other Moody Blues fans for the positive comments on their nomination into the RRHOF for 2018. It is so frustrating when a band that has had such a longevity and influence on rock music is snubbed year after year after year. They influenced the actual beginning of the genre of Progressive rock that is still popular to this day. There is no doubt that the MB had impact on many bands some already on the RRHOF. Only a handful of groups have toured consistently for decades or have members still producing new music. They have sold out cruise ships, concerts and have another run in Vegas coming early in 2018 with the DOFP anniversary show. This fantastic concert will have a PBS event and DVD coming out. They also helped to raise millions this year in LA for school children to be involved in music. I can go on and on as I am one of many hard core loyal fans to this amazing talented group. Can anyone here come up with a legitimate reason they should not get the nomination--not even ONCE? A reminder: 18 platinum and gold disks with 70 millions records sold. That does not include solo work from the members! Please let us keep the MB active here and on social media the next few weeks...maybe just maybe the RRHOF committee will finally listen. I may not have power much longer or know when it will come back on so can some of the MB fans here please post...Thanks so very much :) Posted by Sue on Sunday, 09/10/2017 @ 15:46pm |
Sue, Posted by Enigmaticus on Monday, 09/11/2017 @ 14:20pm |
Sue, Posted by Enigmaticus on Friday, 09/15/2017 @ 12:46pm |
Many years ago, I had written the following: Posted by Enigmaticus on Tuesday, 09/26/2017 @ 11:34am |
https://www.rockhall.com/nominee/moody-blues Posted by Roy on Thursday, 10/5/2017 @ 09:42am |
YAHOO, ABOUT TIME, GO TO hof website and vote!! Posted by Ron Storad on Thursday, 10/5/2017 @ 10:34am |
Enig, Posted by Ben on Thursday, 10/5/2017 @ 14:38pm |
Woo hoo!!!!! Posted by Timothy Treat on Thursday, 10/5/2017 @ 17:25pm |
Sue, Posted by Ben on Friday, 10/6/2017 @ 07:44am |
Rush should induct The Moody Blues. Posted by Roy on Sunday, 10/8/2017 @ 10:13am |
John Lodge on Rock Hall of Fame Nomination: ‘We Have to See What Happens’ Posted by Sue on Monday, 10/9/2017 @ 14:14pm |
I had needed to modify my previous statements. Posted by Enigmaticus on Tuesday, 10/10/2017 @ 23:53pm |
Stevie Wonder's "Pastime Paradise" was inspired by The Moody Blues, both musically and lyrically. The instance of a gong played backwards right before Stevie sings and a forward gong at the end harkens back to "DOFP". and "Pastime Paradise" Uses 22 "-ation" words, something the MBs did in the song "One More Time To Live" from EGBDF. Posted by Aaron O'Donnell on Thursday, 10/12/2017 @ 23:12pm |
Today is the 71st anniversary of the birth of the prog father, aka Justin Hayward. Have a great day Justin and thank you for all of the great music which you have written over the past half century. Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 10/14/2017 @ 04:32am |
Today is the 71st anniversary of the birth of the prog father, aka Justin Hayward. Happy birthday Justin and thank you for all of the great music and lyrics which you have written for the past half century. Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 10/14/2017 @ 05:03am |
The very best Birthday Wishes to Justin Hayward of the Moody Blues today October 14! Seventy one and still going strong for the fans. I know they will have a blast at your show today in New Zealand. You have brought so much joy to thousands of us from all walks of life and across generations...we thank you! Posted by Sue on Saturday, 10/14/2017 @ 15:56pm |
As you are most probably very much aware, earlier this year, several of the past and present members of Yes had finally been inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame. Although Yes had been previously nominated twice before, their third nomination was the charm. Accordingly and perhaps quite appropriately, Yes had been inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame by previous inductees and prog icons, Alex Lifeson and Geddy Lee of Rush. Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 10/15/2017 @ 12:51pm |
As you are most probably very much aware, earlier this year, several of the past and present members of Yes had finally been inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame. Although Yes had been previously nominated twice before, their third nomination was the charm. Accordingly and perhaps quite appropriately, Yes had been inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame by previous inductees and prog icons, Alex Lifeson and Geddy Lee of Rush. Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 10/15/2017 @ 12:54pm |
Yesterday was the prog father's 71st birthday. I certainly hope that his belated birthday present will include an induction into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame. Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 10/15/2017 @ 14:04pm |
Conspiracy Theory Time: Bon Jovi was nominated because the Hall knew that they would defeat The Moody Blues, as the winner of the fan poll always gets in. Posted by Follower on Sunday, 10/15/2017 @ 22:42pm |
Thank God the Moody Blues are finally being recognized for the giants of Rock & Roll they are. They created "progressive rock" & have some of the most beautiful & lasting music ever created! They have been my favorite band since 1967, when Justin & the boys made "Nights In White Satin"! They are genuine, caring & humble individuals! Their music transcends every day life & its problems & gives you hope! I have seen them in person many times. They are always totally sold out, & people of all ages come to be a part of their concert events, which just "take you away"! They should have been in the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame at least 30 yrs. ago! But now the committee has "finally seen the light"! we all love them for the beauty they have brought into our lives, & know this is the year, finally for their recognition! Posted by Margie on Monday, 10/16/2017 @ 17:23pm |
Margie, Posted by Sue on Monday, 10/16/2017 @ 21:52pm |
Have you ever noticed how much "Sitting At The Wheel" sounds like "Running On Empty" by Jackson Browne? Posted by Roy on Thursday, 10/19/2017 @ 17:12pm |
Sue, Posted by Ben on Friday, 10/20/2017 @ 11:42am |
Moody Blues fans some wonderful news! Posted by Sue on Friday, 10/20/2017 @ 20:30pm |
Sue, Margie, Ben, KING and numerous others, Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 10/22/2017 @ 06:36am |
Sue, Margie, Ben, KING and numerous others, Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 10/22/2017 @ 06:50am |
Enig, Posted by Sue on Sunday, 10/22/2017 @ 17:17pm |
Sue, Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 10/22/2017 @ 17:33pm |
Sue, Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 10/22/2017 @ 18:27pm |
Sue, Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 10/22/2017 @ 18:31pm |
Enig, Posted by Sue on Sunday, 10/22/2017 @ 19:49pm |
Sue, Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 10/22/2017 @ 22:28pm |
It's The Moody Blues, not Moody Blues as they wrote on the official ballot and the online fan ballot. Someone should be fired! Posted by Roy on Friday, 10/27/2017 @ 20:55pm |
https://www.rockhall.com/nominee/moody-blues Posted by Roy on Friday, 10/27/2017 @ 20:58pm |
My favorite songs on "To Our Children's Children's Children" from least favorite to most favorite are: Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 10/28/2017 @ 18:10pm |
What does everyone think of Sitting At The Wheel? Posted by Roy on Saturday, 10/28/2017 @ 18:52pm |
My favorite Moody Blues album is “To Our Children’s Children’s Children.” In my honest opinion, “T.O.C.C.C.” is to The Moody Blues what “Roll The Bones’ is to Rush. It is their greatest album, but their least appreciated by various members of the critical community and by casual fans. I will attempt to provide a review of “To Our Children’s Children’s Children” in the not too distant future. Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 10/29/2017 @ 00:07am |
Roy, Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 10/29/2017 @ 00:52am |
Roy, Posted by Sue on Sunday, 10/29/2017 @ 17:43pm |
"Sitting At The Wheel" also borrows its melody and lyrical sentiments from ELO's "Hold On Tight" Both John Lodge and Jeff Lynne were born in Birmingham, England and they also share the same initials: JL Posted by Aaron O'Donnell on Sunday, 10/29/2017 @ 21:05pm |
Enig, Posted by Ben on Thursday, 11/2/2017 @ 16:37pm |
Next week marks a very important anniversary for The Moody Blues. Posted by Sue on Saturday, 11/4/2017 @ 23:42pm |
Sue, Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 11/5/2017 @ 00:14am |
Sue, In Search of the Lost Chord is also a terrific album. My 4 fab Moodies songs are Question, Story in Your Eyes, The Voice, and the sublime The Actor. That band made some of the most elegant rock music ever. And the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame will welcome them in December. Take care. Posted by Mark Tesla on Sunday, 11/5/2017 @ 02:26am |
The Moody Blues are third on my list of favorite artists, after (1) Rush and (2) Yes. Unfortunately, The Moody Blues have still not received a great deal of respect from the prog community, who regard them as “proto-prog,” in order to separate them from the groundbreaking debut album, “In The Court Of The Crimson King,” by King Crimson. I think that this is really rather unfortunate, since many prog bands would not even have existed without The Moody Blues’ pioneeering works. Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 11/12/2017 @ 00:51am |
Fifty years ago yesterday, the United States had received a great present from the United Kingdom, the release of what is referred to as the world’s first progressive rock album, “Days Of Future Passed” by The Moody Blues. This landmark recording would herald the progressive rock era. Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 11/12/2017 @ 12:41pm |
In my honest opinion, if The Beatles are no.1, then The Moody Blues, who have yet to be inducted, should also be in the top 10, most probably in the #2 position. Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 11/12/2017 @ 13:57pm |
Enig Enig Enig!!! Posted by Zuzu on Sunday, 11/12/2017 @ 14:26pm |
Zuzu, Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 11/12/2017 @ 14:45pm |
It doesn't matter if it's about prog. Elvis is still #1. He was there early on, while the Beatles just caused a change in direction. I'm sure that you will find the prog artist consider Elvis an influence. Posted by Zuzu on Sunday, 11/12/2017 @ 14:50pm |
Zuzu, Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 11/12/2017 @ 15:12pm |
Elvis didn't write but I believe Phil Spector did say say he was good at composition and arranging. Posted by Zuzu on Sunday, 11/12/2017 @ 18:17pm |
Message from the Moody Blues on the Rock Hall website. Posted by Roy on Wednesday, 11/15/2017 @ 14:16pm |
Today is the 48th anniversary of the release of “To Our Children’s Children’s Children,” my favorite studio album by The Moody Blues. Unfortunately, this strikingly beautiful and brilliant studio album is not as highly regarded as it’s predecessor, “On The Threshold Of A Dream,” by various rock music critics. Posted by Enigmaticus on Tuesday, 11/21/2017 @ 09:38am |
Why should The Moody Blues be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame in 2018 and who should deserve the honor of inducting them? Posted by Enigmaticus on Wednesday, 11/22/2017 @ 09:45am |
After The Moody Blues have finally been inducted next year, which prog act/acts will follow them into the Rock Hall? Posted by Enigmaticus on Thursday, 11/23/2017 @ 05:12am |
Enigmaticus wrote: Posted by Classic Rock on Thursday, 11/23/2017 @ 12:22pm |
After The Moody Blues have finally been inducted next year, which prog act/acts will follow them into the Rock Hall? Posted by dmg on Thursday, 11/23/2017 @ 12:34pm |
dmg, Posted by Ben on Saturday, 11/25/2017 @ 14:10pm |
dmg and Ben, Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 11/26/2017 @ 01:24am |
dmg and Ben, Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 12/2/2017 @ 04:53am |
In my honest opinion, I will phrase it this way: Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 12/3/2017 @ 14:09pm |
In my honest opinion, I will phrase it this way: Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 12/3/2017 @ 15:00pm |
It is now Monday December 10, 2017 and in approximately 2 more days, we will find out if the prog fathers have finally received induction into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame. In a way, it seems quite absurd that The Moody Blues had not been inducted in 1996, with Pink Floyd and Jefferson Airplane, instead. So now, we are finally looking at their induction approximately 20 years later. Posted by Enigmaticus on Monday, 12/11/2017 @ 02:50am |
Now, you may ask why did I forget to mention King Crimson and Emerson Lake & Palmer? Well, determining their most significant recording is much more difficult. For example, even though “In The Court Of The Crimson King” is a very significant album, or is it “Red,” or even “Discipline.” If we go with ITCOCK, then King Crimson should have been inducted in 1995. Posted by Enigmaticus on Monday, 12/11/2017 @ 03:32am |
Now, you may ask why did I forget to mention King Crimson and Emerson Lake & Palmer? Well, determining their most significant recording is much more difficult. For example, even though’ “In The Court Of The Crimson King” is a very significant album, is it their most significant, or is it “Red,” or perhaps, even “Discipline?” If we go with ITCOCK, then King Crimson should have been inducted in 1995. Posted by Enigmaticus on Monday, 12/11/2017 @ 03:39am |
Woo hoo!!!!!! Posted by Timothy Treat on Wednesday, 12/13/2017 @ 07:35am |
FINALLY COMES THE DAY!!! Posted by Aaron O'Donnell on Wednesday, 12/13/2017 @ 08:59am |
Finally, Posted by Enigmaticus on Wednesday, 12/13/2017 @ 09:54am |
So glad to see The Moodys' make it in! Long overdue, of course. Posted by Paul in KY on Wednesday, 12/13/2017 @ 10:10am |
The Moody Blues--one of the greatest rock groups of all time!!! Posted by Mark Tesla on Wednesday, 12/13/2017 @ 14:52pm |
Good to see the Moodies in while they are still around to enjoy the honor. Posted by Mark Tesla on Wednesday, 12/13/2017 @ 14:56pm |
I have been a Moodies fan since I first heard Tuesday Afternoon on my car radio in the summer of 1968. I heard them in concert this summer on their 50th anniversary tour of Days Of Future Passed , and they still sounded great. Their upcoming induction is long overdue. Lesser inductees have come and gone but the Moodies are still singing in a rock and roll band after 50 years. Posted by Dave B on Friday, 12/15/2017 @ 16:28pm |
Dave B, Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 12/16/2017 @ 12:56pm |
https://twitter.com/StevieVanZandt?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw&ref_url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.futurerocklegends.com%2Flatest_comments.php Posted by Roy on Sunday, 12/17/2017 @ 10:48am |
https://www.rockhall.com/inductees/moody-blues Posted by Roy on Sunday, 12/17/2017 @ 14:06pm |
Is it just me, or does the late 80s version of The Moody Blues sound like their songs could have been performed by New Order? I can hear Bernard Sumner singing The Other Side Of Life, I Know You're Out There Somewhere, and Your Wildest Dreams. Those would make great new-wave songs. Actually, Nights In White Satin would sound great done by New Order as well. Posted by Roy on Monday, 12/18/2017 @ 08:12am |
Blue World would sound good too done by New Order. Posted by Roy on Monday, 12/18/2017 @ 10:46am |
Why was Denny Laine added but not Clint Warwick? Posted by Casper on Tuesday, 12/19/2017 @ 14:47pm |
About The Moody Blues, Casper wrote: Posted by Roy on Wednesday, 12/20/2017 @ 19:12pm |
Actually you got PETER Banks confused with Tony Banks. Tony Banks was the keyboardist for Genesis. Tony Banks is still alive and well. Posted by Aaron O'Donnell on Thursday, 12/21/2017 @ 02:27am |
Yes, Peter Banks. Posted by Roy on Thursday, 12/21/2017 @ 02:44am |
Denny Laine doesn't think Wings will be inducted. He obviously doesn't know about the sidemen/musical excellence category. Posted by Roy on Monday, 12/25/2017 @ 12:54pm |
Philip, Sue, Ben and KING, Posted by Enigmaticus on Monday, 12/25/2017 @ 15:16pm |
Philip, Sue, Ben and KING, Posted by Enigmaticus on Monday, 12/25/2017 @ 15:17pm |
I don't recall where specifically I said that Rush's induction didn't pave the way for Yes and the Moody Blues. It's not always possible to predict who the next prog inductee will be, and I don't consider it necessary to list every possibility that could follow. I feel the word "like" in those instances suffices. Posted by Philip on Monday, 12/25/2017 @ 23:12pm |
And just because Denny Laine was in Wings with Paul, I don't think that's gonna be reason enough for Sir Paul to induct the Moodies. Not seeing that one. Sorry. And I don't see too many musical parallels between the Moody Blues and the Beatles or solo Macca. Posted by Philip on Monday, 12/25/2017 @ 23:13pm |
For some reason, I think either Steve Winwood or Alan Parsons will induct The Moody Blues into the HOF this April. Posted by Nick on Tuesday, 12/26/2017 @ 00:11am |
Today is the 76th anniversary of the birth of Mike Pinder. Happy Birthday Mike and congratulations on your long overdue induction into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame. We look forward to seeing you in April. Posted by Enigmaticus on Wednesday, 12/27/2017 @ 02:22am |
Philip, Posted by Enigmaticus on Thursday, 12/28/2017 @ 09:48am |
Of course, it was magnificent. Posted by Enigmaticus on Thursday, 12/28/2017 @ 09:51am |
Enig, Posted by Philip on Thursday, 12/28/2017 @ 11:56am |
Philip, Posted by Enigmaticus on Thursday, 12/28/2017 @ 15:10pm |
Today is the 76th anniversary of the birth of Ray Thomas. Ray, I would like to extend my most sincere congratulations to you on your long overdue induction into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame and wish you a very Happy Birthday, as well. One of my favorite Moody Blues’ songs just somhappens to be ‘Legend Of A Mind.’ I had the rare privilege of meeting the late Timothy Leary in 1989. Thank you for the many great songs which you have written and co-written over the years. Posted by Enigmaticus on Friday, 12/29/2017 @ 13:05pm |
Today is the 76th anniversary of the birth of Ray Thomas. Ray, I would like to extend my most sincere congratulations to you on your long overdue induction into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame and wish you a very Happy Birthday, as well. One of my favorite Moody Blues’ songs just so happens to be ‘Legend Of A Mind.’ I had the rare privilege of meeting the late Timothy Leary in 1989. Thank you for the many great songs which you have written and co-written over the past five decades. Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 12/30/2017 @ 01:06am |
Paul McCartney has other reasons to induct the Moodies its called the MELLOTRON and Strawberry Fields!!! Mike Pinder the godfather of the Mellotron. But with that said I think it may even be someone like Dave Grohl inducting them or Alice Cooper who has said many times it was an injustice for them not be in the RRHOF...Its anybody's guess. Posted by Lindylu on Saturday, 12/30/2017 @ 23:04pm |
LindyLu, Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 12/31/2017 @ 00:05am |
I want to extend a big thank you to all the wonderful positive comments for FINALLY the induction for The Moody Blues into the RRHOF! Posted by Sue on Sunday, 12/31/2017 @ 22:22pm |
Sue, Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 01/6/2018 @ 02:00am |
Yes, but you expect that is because your whole world turns around Rush. Enig, say that Rush can’t make it that day because the Induction Ceremony happens to be on the 42nd anniversary of the release of 2112, who would you think would be the second best option? Posted by The_Claw on Saturday, 01/6/2018 @ 04:56am |
The_Claw, Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 01/6/2018 @ 10:10am |
Of the major prog bands (who have not yet been inducted), who should follow The Moody Blues into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame? Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 01/6/2018 @ 10:31am |
How about NONE of them, because they're ALL so lame! #giveitarest #othergenresexisttooyouknow Posted by KXB on Saturday, 01/6/2018 @ 10:38am |
King Crimson, Jethro Tull, Emerson, Lake & Palmer are next! Posted by Roy on Saturday, 01/6/2018 @ 12:56pm |
Enig, I think you misunderstood your question. I was not asking you to tell us why you think Rush should induct The Moody Blues. Your position on Rush is very clear. I am asking you to open your mind to other possibilities. What if Rush can’t attend, then who would be a good alternative? Posted by The_Claw on Saturday, 01/6/2018 @ 19:16pm |
The _Claw, Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 01/7/2018 @ 00:28am |
It is with such great sadness that I share the passing of Ray Thomas. He was one of the original members of The Moody Blues. He was born on December 29,1941 and passed January 04,2018 He was 77. I hope and pray that at the time of his death he was aware that FINALLY The Moody Blues were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. This honor should have been given to them many years ago. It is so very emotional to long time fans as myself that a reunion of the band in April will not be the same without Ray. Posted by Sue on Sunday, 01/7/2018 @ 10:33am |
I regret to inform you that I have heard today that Ray Thomas, former founding member of The Moody Blues has passed away at the age of 76 from Prostate Cancer. I would like to extend my most sincere condolences out to his friends and family on this sad occasion. Ray will definitely be missed. :-( Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 01/7/2018 @ 13:46pm |
Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 01/7/2018 @ 14:15pm |
Enig, Posted by Sue on Sunday, 01/7/2018 @ 14:42pm |
Prog rock is not lame. Without the experimentation begun by the holy trinity of prog (Rush, Yes and The Moody Blues), as well as the unholy trinity of prog (King Crimson, Genesis and Jethro Tull), many of the great artists that you know today, probably would not even exist. As far as performances are concerned, my preference is to watch a live band perform their instruments on their songs. I do not care to see lip synching divas dancing on a stage to a pre-recorded track, that will definitely lead to the demise of Rock & Roll for me. When David Letterman had inducted Pearl Jam last year, he remarked about how much of a pleasure it is to hear live music; I could not possibly agree more! Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 01/7/2018 @ 14:53pm |
Sue, Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 01/7/2018 @ 16:29pm |
https://www.rollingstone.com/music/news/ray-thomas-moody-blues-flautist-and-founder-dead-at-76-w515092 Posted by Roy on Sunday, 01/7/2018 @ 17:48pm |
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6SKK57xxVYE Posted by Roy on Sunday, 01/7/2018 @ 17:53pm |
https://www.billboard.com/articles/columns/rock/8093116/ray-thomas-moody-blues-founding-member-dies-at-76 Posted by Roy on Sunday, 01/7/2018 @ 19:39pm |
RIP Ray Thomas. Like Mike Smith, you at least died knowing you're soon to be publicly venerated, and even if you'll never get to vote, you know you're in. Posted by Philip on Sunday, 01/7/2018 @ 22:39pm |
Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 01/13/2018 @ 00:04am |
In reality, my list of favorite prog artists actually looks more like this: Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 01/13/2018 @ 00:38am |
The new issue of Rolling Stone magazine with Bono on the cover has a page that talks about the 2018 Rock Hall inductees. The picture they used for the Moody Blues is from their original line-up with Clint Warwick, who isn't being inducted. Justin Hayward, who is being inducted, not pictured. Posted by Roy on Friday, 01/26/2018 @ 21:12pm |
Roy, Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 01/27/2018 @ 05:34am |
As I have stated previously, I feel that the members of Rush should induct The Moody Blues into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame. Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 01/27/2018 @ 05:51am |
Bands who were most probably heavily influenced by The Moody Blues: Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 01/27/2018 @ 06:06am |
Should THe Moody Blues stick to their three biggest hits at the Rock Hall induction ceremony? Posted by Roy on Monday, 02/5/2018 @ 09:07am |
I'd go with Posted by Donnie on Monday, 02/5/2018 @ 09:49am |
https://www.rockhall.com/hall-fame-series-interview-moody-blues?utm_campaign=events&utm_campaign=Marketing&utm_content=moody-blues-hof-series-event&utm_content=61511452&utm_source=newsletter&utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&utm_medium=email&utm_id=nkTj7dz0gXI39Q&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-83UyXIk1g-tv4mglq8gcvtE0I08DDOYq7rTE68RATBj7cFUzJ7pzTc3LE4xKZITogNeSwfzATC17XZ9HFwr0NNgmaMZQ&_hsmi=61511452 Posted by Roy on Thursday, 03/22/2018 @ 15:59pm |
Why Ann Wilson for the Moody Blues? Posted by Roy on Tuesday, 03/27/2018 @ 10:15am |
Ann Wilson, because Heart has acknowledged that the Moody Blues were an influence. Posted by Mark on Tuesday, 03/27/2018 @ 11:39am |
Mark, Posted by Ben on Thursday, 03/29/2018 @ 15:12pm |
Ben, Posted by Enigmaticus on Tuesday, 04/10/2018 @ 01:45am |
Posted by Enigmaticus on Tuesday, 04/10/2018 @ 05:02am |
https://www.rollingstone.com/music/features/the-moody-blues-nights-in-white-satin-oral-history-w518709 Posted by Roy on Tuesday, 04/10/2018 @ 12:28pm |
I would also argue that “In Search Of The Lost Chord,” “Long Distance Voyager” and “Strange Times” are also essential recordings by The Moody Blues. Posted by Enigmaticus on Friday, 04/13/2018 @ 10:00am |
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mTNCPBFuwsI Posted by Roy on Friday, 04/13/2018 @ 15:38pm |
Good to see that Mike Pinder arrived in Cleveland and is with the rest of the band. Posted by Mark on Friday, 04/13/2018 @ 18:19pm |
Of course I am most excited about watching the induction of The Moody Blues into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame next Saturday night. As I have stated previously, The Moody Blues had been the first band which I had discovered entirely on my own. This may sound strange since I had first heard of The Moody Blues in late August, 1980. I had been introduced to the music of Rush in February, 1979. You are probably asking why did this happen at such a late time? Well that has a lot to do with not being allowed to listen to rock music when I had been a young child, with the possible exception of The Carpenters. My parents had felt that listening to rock music had led to the ingestion of various drugs, so rock music had been forbidden in their household. I did not finally have the freedom to discover rock music until I had attended the University of Arizona as a Freshman, majoring in Architecture in August, 1980. Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 04/29/2018 @ 11:41am |
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tUut4ee991o Posted by Roy on Sunday, 04/29/2018 @ 14:12pm |
I really think that it’s quite a shame that The Moody Blues -this year’s headlining act was moved around for the HBO televised Rock Hall Induction Ceremony. Look, these guys have been said to have invented “progressive rock,” unlike Pink Floyd whose first album released in 1967 was a “hodgepodge” of psychedelic oddities, courtesy of former guitarist Syd Barrett. Pink Floyd’s first album had been titled “The Piper At The Gates Of Dawn” and had revealed the quirky erratic genius of the late Syd Barrett. On the other hand, the remainder of Pink Floyd (Roger Waters, Nick Mason and the late great Richard Wright) would not really become a prog band until after the replacement of Syd Barrett with new guitarist, vocalist and co-songwriter extraordinaire David Gilmour. Posted by Enigmaticus on Thursday, 05/3/2018 @ 09:44am |
Enigmaticus, Posted by Mark on Thursday, 05/3/2018 @ 19:09pm |
Mark, Posted by Enigmaticus on Friday, 05/4/2018 @ 16:58pm |
Well, Bill Wyman may suffer from recto-cranial inversion like many so-called rock music critics. Of course, his dislike of progressive rock is extremely apparent throughout this list. Rush's ranking is completely unwarranted, plus Yes, The Moody Blues, Genesis, Deep Purple and even Pink Floyd and their respective fan bases were also insulted. Plus, he also has a strong dislike for Jann Wenner, as well. Let's face basic facts, he had created this list just to infuriate a lot of people, create controversy and get a lot of negative responses. Of course, he loves simple "punk rock" and has to begrudgingly acknowledge many of the "so-called" giants, but he does not like Queen, which I find extremely peculiar. Posted by Enigmaticus on Friday, 05/4/2018 @ 17:04pm |
Let’s try this again, shall we? Posted by Enigmaticus on Friday, 05/4/2018 @ 17:21pm |
Enigmaticus Posted by Mark on Friday, 05/4/2018 @ 21:33pm |
Mark, Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 05/5/2018 @ 05:03am |
Mark, Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 05/5/2018 @ 05:34am |
Tonight the HOF induction ceremony is broadcast, and the Moody Blues will be one of the honorees. Posted by Mark on Saturday, 05/5/2018 @ 08:30am |
Mark, Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 05/5/2018 @ 12:31pm |
Mark, Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 05/5/2018 @ 13:57pm |
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CmwyIXXj2s8 Posted by Roy on Thursday, 05/10/2018 @ 17:46pm |
I have three questions; Posted by Enigmaticus on Friday, 05/11/2018 @ 23:21pm |
I have three questions: Posted by Enigmaticus on Friday, 05/11/2018 @ 23:23pm |
Her name is Kristen Studard, not Stoddard. She's a comedian. And she's entitled to her opinion about the Moody Blues, same as the rest of us. She's probably done as many significant things in her life as you've done in yours, and she's every bit as qualified to show disrespect and contempt toward the Moody Blues as you are toward AC/DC. It's okay to not like the Moody Blues. Posted by Philip on Saturday, 05/12/2018 @ 00:10am |
Philip, Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 05/12/2018 @ 02:02am |
Philip, Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 05/12/2018 @ 02:31am |
Philip, Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 05/12/2018 @ 02:47am |
“... otherwise, I have been relatively lazy. I am not at liberty to discuss my specific achievements while in the military, nor at my present job. However, I think that this behavior might be acceptable, since I have become such a workaholic lately. Focusing on work has perhaps been my primary reason for not achieving great things. Overall, I really think that it has much more to do with overall physical exhaustion, stemming from my inability to afford to take a vacation for nearly the past 30 years.” Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 05/12/2018 @ 03:12am |
Philip, Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 05/12/2018 @ 03:33am |
Philip, Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 05/12/2018 @ 03:40am |
Philip, Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 05/12/2018 @ 04:02am |
FRL, Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 05/12/2018 @ 04:17am |
Philip, Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 05/12/2018 @ 12:04pm |
Philip, Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 05/12/2018 @ 12:13pm |
Enig, Posted by Philip on Sunday, 05/13/2018 @ 02:40am |
Sorry, I said "sensual" when I meant "sensory." 13 hour work days that should have been 10 hours tops make me no talky or typey so good. Posted by Philip on Sunday, 05/13/2018 @ 02:42am |
Philip, Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 05/13/2018 @ 13:28pm |
Tool is still working on their next album. Once they put out some new music, they’ll prove everybody prog is still alive and well. Posted by The Dude on Sunday, 05/13/2018 @ 13:43pm |
Enig, by your metric, there is no such thing as a dead style of music then. I simply mean that prog really isn't anywhere as big as it once was, and I don't see it ever rising to prominence again. It's just not part of the conversation except when it comes to the RnRHoF. I don't really think of Tool as prog either, btw. I'm not trying to be mean or push your buttons. You asked what I think, and I think prog, like hair metal and synth-pop of the '80's, got nearly if not completely obsolesced once "Smells Like Teen Spirit" hit the airwaves. Posted by Philip on Monday, 05/14/2018 @ 22:06pm |
Oh, she’s into mindless party music. Well, I suppose that explains it. Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 05/19/2018 @ 06:59am |
Enigmaticus Posted by Nicky Joe on Saturday, 05/19/2018 @ 08:34am |
Punk is definitely not better than prog. Punk does not take you on interesting mental excursions like “prog” does. Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 05/19/2018 @ 14:59pm |
In addition to progressive rock, I happen to like many different forms of art, especially paintings. Of those numerous painting styles, I tend to prefer Impressionism and Surrealism. I like the works of the Dutch and Flemish masters, Renaissance paintings, Realism and Photorealism. I do not like the “Art Brut” works of Jean Dubuffet at all. Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 05/19/2018 @ 15:32pm |
Philip, Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 05/19/2018 @ 15:54pm |
It’s always interesting to hear your responses. Actually, I like ‘Jeremy,’ by Pearl Jam, ‘Black Hole Sun,’ by Soundgarden and even ‘Heart Shaped Box,’ by Nirvana infinitely more than ‘Smells Like Teen Spirit. ‘ I wonder why? Posted by Cheesecrop on Saturday, 05/19/2018 @ 16:14pm |
Enigmaticus Posted by Nicky Joe on Saturday, 05/19/2018 @ 17:51pm |
See Enig, I quite disagree with you about mental excursions. Punk does take you on a mental excursion. It's a short trip, granted, but that's because the point is you don't have to go any further than your own neighborhood to see the problems and evils that punk rock wails against. Even if they're about a specific topic, the way they affect you where you live, like a political or humanitarian issue, is relevant. And it tries to spur you off your butt to do something about it. If punk were half as vital as it was back in the days of Ramones and the Clash, I suspect we would, by now, have a concept album about school shootings and the uselessness of "thoughts and prayers." Posted by Philip on Sunday, 05/20/2018 @ 10:29am |
Ultimately, the point is, nobody is "wrong" for not liking the Moody Blues. Or "right" for hating punk rock. Or "wrong" for preferring music you can dance to. Posted by Philip on Sunday, 05/20/2018 @ 10:30am |
Philip, Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 05/20/2018 @ 14:55pm |
Enigmaticus Posted by Nicky Joe on Sunday, 05/20/2018 @ 15:47pm |
Cheesecrop, Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 05/20/2018 @ 17:16pm |
Cheesecrop, Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 05/20/2018 @ 17:16pm |
Cheesecrop, Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 05/20/2018 @ 17:40pm |
"Stop calling Duran Duran progressive rock, they aren't!." -Nicky Joe Posted by DarinRG on Sunday, 05/20/2018 @ 20:47pm |
Labels, labels, labels..... Posted by joker on Monday, 05/21/2018 @ 02:47am |
Philip, Posted by Enigmaticus on Tuesday, 05/22/2018 @ 10:38am |
Philip, Posted by Enigmaticus on Tuesday, 05/22/2018 @ 10:46am |
Philip, Posted by Enigmaticus on Wednesday, 05/23/2018 @ 10:25am |
You're still kinda missing the point, Enig. Your attack on Kristen borders on ad hominem, based solely on the fact that she doesn't care for the Moody Blues, or presumably prog in general. You go straight to denigrating her overall musical tastes. I think when you listen to her rant, her focus is entirely on the band itself, and not on the fans, and not really even on the sub-genre of prog. Meanwhile, you're asserting a general air of superiority for prog because of it's cerebral nature, assuming there's only one "correct" way for music to reach your soul, that it must be through the brain, and NEVER through the hips. I'm not begrudging you your tastes or reasons for your taste, but a band is not "naturally superior" because they play instruments... and I particularly wish to belabor that point because it's a problem with the Rock Hall at large, and an all-too-large percentage of comments on this site from narrow-minded neckbeards (not you, just saying). It also gets very heavily into the gender issue. Prog has female fans, just as dance music has a lot of male fans, but the supposed predominant gender of their fanbases are men for prog and women for dance (again, supposedly). And while I am absolutely certain that you did not mean to--you're far too congenial and well-meaning to intentionally be so crude--your comments about Kristen for her love of dance music and not for the Moody Blues borders slightly on what Kristen calls "rattling the chains of the patriarchy." Posted by Philip on Saturday, 05/26/2018 @ 01:18am |
Philip, Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 05/26/2018 @ 05:58am |
The first recordings which I had actually been exposed to from my earliest childhood had been “Yakety Sax,” by the late Boots Randolph and later “Close To You,” by The Carpenters. As a result, I had developed a taste for musicians who could actually play their own instruments and singers who could actually sing, not “lip synch.’ As I had stated before, “lip synching, as far as I am concerned, is essentially like cheating. If you cannot sing, please do find another profession.” Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 05/26/2018 @ 06:29am |
On the other hand, the music of The Moody Blues and most things progressive move me intellectually and spiritually. So when someone has the unmitigated gall to denigrate one of my favorite bands, without further exploring their works, I am sorry, but I am going to have to criticize their musical choices. Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 05/26/2018 @ 07:22am |
"On the other hand, the music of The Moody Blues and most things progressive move me intellectually and spiritually. So when someone has the unmitigated gall to denigrate one of my favorite bands, without further exploring their works, I am sorry, but I am going to have to criticize their musical choices. "--Enigmaticus Posted by Philip on Saturday, 05/26/2018 @ 21:21pm |
And P.S. ageism/generationalism doesn't look any more flattering on you either. FYI, 1961 and 1962 were some pretty awesome years for music. I know they're considered some of the weaker years for the evolution of rock and roll, but music as a whole, including rock and roll, there was a lot of fine stuff out in those years. Posted by Philip on Saturday, 05/26/2018 @ 21:59pm |
Philip, Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 05/27/2018 @ 14:30pm |
Your loss. You miss the beginnings of rock and roll and its meaning at the outset. You miss the importance of 90% of the charter classes, the initial significance of Beatlemania, not to mention the Four Seasons and the Beach Boys, two of the best and most significant American bands from the 60's. In other words, you lose the most empirical and truest rock and roll. Posted by Philip on Sunday, 05/27/2018 @ 22:02pm |
Philip, Posted by Enigmaticus on Monday, 05/28/2018 @ 02:33am |
Philip, Posted by Enigmaticus on Monday, 05/28/2018 @ 02:55am |
Philip, Posted by Enigmaticus on Monday, 05/28/2018 @ 09:24am |
Enig, Posted by Philip on Monday, 05/28/2018 @ 10:30am |
Philip, Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 06/2/2018 @ 15:26pm |
Philip, Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 06/2/2018 @ 15:28pm |
Enig, Posted by Philip on Saturday, 06/2/2018 @ 23:00pm |
Philip, Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 06/3/2018 @ 05:26am |
Philip, Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 06/3/2018 @ 13:58pm |
Philip, Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 06/3/2018 @ 14:08pm |
Enig, Posted by Philip on Sunday, 06/3/2018 @ 17:54pm |
Philip, Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 06/3/2018 @ 23:54pm |
Okay, Posted by Philip on Monday, 06/4/2018 @ 00:12am |
How do you get King Crimson and Roxy Music inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame? Posted by Enigmaticus on Tuesday, 06/5/2018 @ 04:04am |
Okay, The Moody Blues have finally been inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame. Do they deserve to be there? Yes. Posted by Enigmaticus on Friday, 06/15/2018 @ 10:07am |
Although I cannot speak for every “prog” aficionado, I can relate to what many of those of us who enjoy “prog” and dislike “punk” and “contrived performances,” happen to think: Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 07/15/2018 @ 13:44pm |
Although I cannot speak for every “prog” aficionado, I can relate to what many of those of us who enjoy “prog” and dislike “punk” and “contrived performances,” happen to think: Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 07/15/2018 @ 13:46pm |
Are the double posts a technical glitch or intended? I've posted on this site probably 100 times and never double posted that I know of. Posted by Classic Rock on Sunday, 07/15/2018 @ 17:22pm |
Actually, prog and classic rock fans loathed Duran Duran in very vocal terms. That's a huge part of what makes your constant fantastical revisionism even more absurd. Posted by DarinRG on Sunday, 07/15/2018 @ 18:32pm |
Since my local classic rock station regularly plays the Cars, INXS, Blondie, and Talking Heads. I actually don’t think most of the fans hate certain New Wave/80’s Alternative names like Duran Duran cause in their definition of the term: “If it’s rock music from the 60’s through the 80’s no matter what kind it is, then it’s classic rock.” Posted by The Dude on Sunday, 07/15/2018 @ 19:51pm |
I think DarinRG raises an interesting point. He can speak to it much better than I could, but I could understand how Simon's singing voice was influenced by the singing style of Joey Ramone. Posted by Philip on Sunday, 07/15/2018 @ 20:09pm |
This is from the official Duran Duran website: Posted by Steve Z on Sunday, 07/15/2018 @ 20:21pm |
It also says this on the Duran Duran website, as I have pointed out numerous times: Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 07/15/2018 @ 23:04pm |
DarinRG, Posted by Enigmaticus on Monday, 07/16/2018 @ 00:36am |
I find that completely inexplicable since the members of Rush had actually liked Duran Duran. Of course, there was another Duran Duran interview which had mentioned Genesis and ELP around the same time as “Astronaut.” Posted by Donnie on Monday, 07/16/2018 @ 00:45am |
Donnie, Posted by Enigmaticus on Monday, 07/16/2018 @ 01:37am |
This brief documentary covering Duran's original incarnation of Stephen Duffy, Nick Rhodes and John Taylor makes their origin pretty clear and I believe includes the quote that Steve Z posted. They were influenced by punk, disco and Kraftwerk, though on the punk side they were understandably put off by the Oi bands that were becoming big in England around the time. Posted by DarinRG on Monday, 07/16/2018 @ 03:38am |
I would also argue that “In Search Of The Lost Chord,” “Long Distance Voyager” and “Strange Times” are also essential recordings by The Moody Blues. Posted by Enigmaticus on Tuesday, 07/24/2018 @ 09:26am |
In approximately one month from now, I will celebrate the 38th anniversary of my discovery of the music of The Moody Blues. Now that The Moody Blues have finally been enshrined in our temple to popular music, aka “The Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame,” I think that a serious discussion of their merits as the founding fathers of the “progressive rock” genre should be discussed. Posted by Enigmaticus on Tuesday, 07/24/2018 @ 09:33am |
With “Days of Future Passed” the Moody Blues created the blueprint for progressive rock. Posted by Mark on Tuesday, 07/24/2018 @ 09:41am |
Mark, Posted by Enigmaticus on Friday, 08/3/2018 @ 08:15am |
Mark, Posted by Enigmaticus on Friday, 08/3/2018 @ 08:17am |
Zuzu, Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 08/5/2018 @ 06:28am |
Kudos go to Joe Kwaczala with his attempt to convince Kristen Studard that The Moody Blues had deserved induction into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame in the “Who Cares About The Rock Hall: Bonus Edition.” Overall, I had really enjoyed this particular episode much more than any of the previous podcasts. Although Joe had chosen quite a few great songs, none of them had apparently been from “To Our Children’s Children’s Children,” arguably the greatest of The Moody Blues’ studio albums. In my honest opinion, every song on “To Our Children’s Children’s Children” is a masterpiece and three songs vie for the best song on this superlative recording: ‘Gypsy (Of A Strange And Different Time’ by Justin Hayward, ‘Candle Of Life’ by John Lodge and ‘Beyond,’ by Graeme Edge. Posted by Enigmaticus on Monday, 08/6/2018 @ 09:51am |
Although it had been indeed quite unfortunate that Ray Thomas had passed away prior to the 2018 Rock & Roll Induction Ceremony, I still think that The Moody Blues induction into the Rock Hall had been a pivotal moment for “progressive rock.” As we are well aware, two members of the “holy trinity” of prog (Rush and The Moody Blues) had been inducted immediately after receiving their first nomination. Unfortunately, Yes -the other member of the “holy trinity” had been inducted via their third nomination. So, how does this bode for artists such as King Crimson? Posted by Enigmaticus on Monday, 08/20/2018 @ 01:54am |
I had spent a major section of this afternoon watching “Days Of Future Passed Live” on BluRay. I would highly recommend purchasing this phenomenal concert. ;-) Posted by Enigmaticus on Wednesday, 08/22/2018 @ 00:32am |
Over the next year or so, I am planning on purchasing several t-shirts by each of the aforementioned bands which compose the “holy trinity” of prog (Rush, Yes and The Moody Blues). Unfortunately, both my Rush Clockwork Angels Tour t-shirts and my Yes dragon t-shirts have fallen apart due to repeated launderings. I do not own any Moody Blues t-shirts at this time, but this is also about to change. Posted by Enigmaticus on Monday, 09/3/2018 @ 12:43pm |
Update- I have now ordered 4 Moody Blues t-shirts online. Now, the number of my Moody Blues’ apparel is greater than either the number of Rush or Yes shirts which I have which are in serviceable condition. Posted by Enigmaticus on Monday, 09/3/2018 @ 13:35pm |
Update- I have now ordered 4 Moody Blues t-shirts online. Now, the number of my Moody Blues’ apparel items is greater than either the number of Rush or Yes shirts which I have which are still in serviceable condition. I am planning on purchasing a few Yes items over the next month, as well. Posted by Enigmaticus on Monday, 09/3/2018 @ 13:45pm |
Update ; Posted by Enigmaticus on Wednesday, 09/5/2018 @ 14:42pm |
Update: Posted by Enigmaticus on Wednesday, 09/5/2018 @ 14:47pm |
T- shirt Update: Posted by Enigmaticus on Friday, 09/7/2018 @ 20:30pm |
T- shirt Update: Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 09/8/2018 @ 17:49pm |
I had spent several hours in central Tucson yesterday. Actually, I had been there more than 13 hours, overall. I had a meeting to attend during the mid morning. In any event, I had decided to wear one of my new Moody Blues tee shirts- the black one with the psychedelic printing in white and blue. I have purchased three of these tee shirts thus far from the Moody Blues’ shop online. I had also brought the 2 cd compilation, “This Is The Moody Blues” with me, to listen to. I am still utterly astounded at how great this compilation sounds for the time during which it had been recorded. I am also delighted by the script used on both the outside cover for the songs. This compilations also includes the single, ‘A Simple Game,’ by Mike Pinder. Mike Pinder had written this particular song in 1968. In 1971, a cover version had been released by The Four Tops in 1971 in the U.K. This particular version had reached the # 3 position on the U.K. Singles chart, although it had only reached #90 on the U.S. Hot 100 Chart. Posted by Enigmaticus on Monday, 09/10/2018 @ 09:52am |
I had spent several hours in central Tucson yesterday. Actually, I had been there more than 13 hours, overall. I had a meeting to attend during the mid morning. In any event, I had decided to wear one of my new Moody Blues tee shirts- the black one with the psychedelic printing in white and blue. I have purchased three of these tee shirts thus far from the Moody Blues’ shop online. I had also brought the 2 cd compilation, “This Is The Moody Blues” with me, to listen to. I am still utterly astounded at how great this compilation sounds for the time during which it had been recorded. I am also delighted by the script used on both the outside cover for the songs. This compilation also includes the single, ‘A Simple Game,’ by Mike Pinder. Mike Pinder had written this particular song in 1968. In 1971, a cover version had been released by The Four Tops in 1971 in the U.K. This particular version had reached the # 3 position on the U.K. Singles chart, although it had only reached #90 on the U.S. Hot 100 Chart. Posted by Enigmaticus on Monday, 09/10/2018 @ 10:48am |
I had spent several hours in central Tucson yesterday. Actually, I had been there more than 13 hours, overall. I had a meeting to attend during the mid morning. In any event, I had decided to wear one of my new Moody Blues tee shirts- the black one with the psychedelic printing in white and blue. I have purchased three of these tee shirts thus far from the Moody Blues’ shop online. I had also brought the 2 cd compilation, “This Is The Moody Blues” with me, to listen to. I am still utterly astounded at how great this compilation sounds for the time during which it had been recorded. I am also delighted by the script used on both the outside cover and the included insert for the songs. This compilations also includes the single, ‘A Simple Game,’ by Mike Pinder. Mike Pinder had written this particular song in 1968. In 1971, a cover version had been released by The Four Tops in 1971 in the U.K. This particular version had reached the # 3 position on the U.K. Singles chart, although it had only reached #90 on the U.S. Hot 100 Chart. Posted by Enigmaticus on Monday, 09/10/2018 @ 11:06am |
As I have stated numerous times previously, The Moody Blues had been the first band who I had discovered entirely on my own. I have been extremely supportive of their long overdue induction into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame. The Moody Blues are the one band, other than Rush which has had a huge impact on what types of popular music, I happen to like. I have 8 t-shirts which I have purchased from The Moody Blues site and 4 of them echo the mantra “Keep Calm and Listen To Moody Blues.” I also have three black shirts with the Psychedelic logo on them and I am planning on purchasing even more. I am thoroughly pleased with the products which they feature on their website. I also really like their 2018 Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame t-shirt. Posted by Enigmaticus on Friday, 09/21/2018 @ 18:19pm |
T- shirt Update: Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 09/29/2018 @ 09:29am |
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7DWJAczprKo Posted by Roy on Sunday, 10/7/2018 @ 19:43pm |
In the past five years, the members of the “holy trinity” of prog (Rush, Yes and The Moody Blues) have finally been inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame. Overall, the Rock Hall had started to improve their inductions with other “prog” bands and “prog adjacent” bands also making the grade. Now, the inmates have taken over the asylum and unfortunately no major “prog” artists have made this list. Granted, those of us in the prog community had been impressed with the recent inductions of our “holy trinity,” but once again, our favorite genre has been underrepresented on this list. Jethro Tull, Procol Harum, King Crimson, Supertramp, ELP, Kansas, Styx and Duran Duran have not been nominated yet. Our sole representatives this year are: Roxy Music, The Zombies, Kraftwerk and Todd Rundgren. I would like to encourage members of the prog community to vote for each of the aforementioned artists, especially Roxy Music. Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 10/13/2018 @ 12:12pm |
Today is the 72nd anniversary of the birth of the “progfather” Justin Hayward. I would like to extend my most sincere wishes for a spectacular birthday to Justin. I would also like to acknowledge the considerable number of great songs which Justin has written over the past 52 years. Congratulations Justin on your many achievements, included your well-deserved but long overdue induction into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame earlier this year. Thank you for all of the great music which you have composed throughout your lifetime and your extraordinary kindness! Cheers! Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 10/14/2018 @ 09:01am |
Troy L. Smith wrote this on November 6 on Cleveland.com in an article titled, “Why the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame needs a Veterans Committee.” Posted by Enigmaticus on Thursday, 11/8/2018 @ 09:55am |
Your obsession with Janet Jackson is hysterical. She's pretty awesome, by the way. Posted by Mike on Thursday, 11/8/2018 @ 10:50am |
Eng Posted by Zuzu on Thursday, 11/8/2018 @ 11:03am |
"In fact, we view Janet not as a superstar, but as an overhyped pop star who did not write her own music, did not write her own lyrics, did not do her own choreography, but did expose various parts of her anatomy, (much to the chagrin of the audience), shake her posterior region and lip synch. Did she play a musical instrument on stage?" Posted by The Dude on Thursday, 11/8/2018 @ 11:33am |
Not only that but the women that were deemed the Queens of Rock and Roll - Tina Turner and Janis Joplin - weren't exactly natural songwriters or instrumentalists (unless you count Janis' occasional acoustic guitar playing) and used the stage as their freedom of expression that helped to permanently cement them in the rock kingdom. A key factor to why some acts get in is not due to being songwriters, which wasn't something in the plans for most '50s rock acts or even the Motown/Philadelphia acts of the '60s and '70s, but how much influence they had on artists after them and how critically acclaimed their music was, with the addition of commercial viability. Janet meets all of them. To just dismiss her as some performer who lip syncs just shows that many don't wanna get what she contributes. Not saying it as just being a huge fan of her and showing some bias, I'm saying it because the last thing I would do is dismiss someone because I'm not a fan of them personally. Posted by Timothy Pernell on Thursday, 11/8/2018 @ 11:54am |
Newsflash: Janet Jackson wrote the bulk of her catalog. Jimmy Jam continues to explain this. It’s exhausting at this point. Posted by Mike on Thursday, 11/8/2018 @ 12:46pm |
The Queen of Soul was one of the most badass piano players to have ever lived. Posted by Paul in KY on Thursday, 11/8/2018 @ 13:34pm |
You gotta love a Moody Blues thread veering off into Janet Jackson waters. Posted by Chris F. on Thursday, 11/8/2018 @ 15:40pm |
Right. Janet wrote most of her hits. People choose to ignore it. She also wrote hits on her own. It wasn't like they gave her the songs and told them to sing it. I get tired of how people treat female artists in general, I really do. Posted by Timothy Pernell on Thursday, 11/8/2018 @ 16:37pm |
Timothy, Posted by Chris F. on Thursday, 11/8/2018 @ 17:34pm |
Moody Blues far exceeded the output of Guess Who and def. more significant. Posted by Mark on Thursday, 11/8/2018 @ 18:14pm |
Mark Posted by Zuzu on Thursday, 11/8/2018 @ 19:59pm |
Put the jj propaganda where it belongs, not here. Posted by Zuzu on Thursday, 11/8/2018 @ 20:00pm |
Troy L. Smith had written this on November 6 on Cleveland.com in an article titled, “Why the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame needs a Veterans Committee.” Posted by Enigmaticus on Friday, 11/9/2018 @ 02:27am |
Correction; In August, 2020 I will celebrate the 40th anniversary of my discovery of the music of The Moody Blues. Until then, I am planning on ordering more of their superlative t-shirts from the store on their website: moodybluestoday.com. Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 11/17/2018 @ 20:16pm |
Two days from now will mark the 49th anniversary of the release of “To Our Children’s Children’s Children” by The Moody Blues and the 29th anniversary of the release of “Presto” by Rush. On November 26, Yes will celebrate the 47th anniversary of the release of “Fragile.” So, this week is a very important week for the “holy trinity” of prog. Wednesday, will also mark the 35th anniversary of the release of “Seven and the Ragged Tiger” by Duran Duran. Posted by Enigmaticus on Monday, 11/19/2018 @ 10:05am |
My latest t-shirt purchases from the Moody Blues’ shop- 9 more psychedelic t- shirts in 3 different colors. Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 11/24/2018 @ 10:01am |
My latest t-shirt purchases from the Moody Blues’ shop- 9 more psychedelic t- shirts in 3 different colors. Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 11/24/2018 @ 10:35am |
T- shirt update Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 12/2/2018 @ 12:31pm |
I will give you two questions to ponder today. Posted by Enigmaticus on Monday, 12/10/2018 @ 09:57am |
Enig, I think Kraftwerk may be being punished...:-) Posted by Paul in KY on Monday, 12/10/2018 @ 11:11am |
Once again, I will give you three questions to ponder today. Posted by Enigmaticus on Wednesday, 12/12/2018 @ 10:05am |
Posted by Enigmaticus on Wednesday, 12/12/2018 @ 13:20pm |
Earlier this year, I had contributed these two posts: Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 12/15/2018 @ 11:38am |
Unfortunately there is still a huge division between the younger and the older generations and many of those of us who are aficionados of prog do not, nor will we ever believe that punk had really been that important. We will probably choose The Bangles over The Go-gos, Duran Duran over The Clash and Jethro Tull and King Crimson, over the The Ramones and The Sex Pistols. Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 12/15/2018 @ 11:58am |
If The Moody Blues had been inducted in 1993 or so, then I do not think that the younger generation would have had such a problem with their induction. The problem lies with The Moody Blues induction being 25 years too late and that is certainly not their fault. Imagine how great performances by a much younger Mike Pinder, Ray Thomas, Graeme Edge, Justin Hayward and John Lodge would have been when supported by a full symphony orchestra. Unfortunately, that was not to be. Instead their long overdue induction in 2018 had been blamed by the younger generation as one of the lowlights of the 2018 Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame Ceremony. Well, it is certainly a shame, since their 50th Anniversary Tour Of “Days Of Future Passed” had been much more memorable. Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 12/15/2018 @ 13:12pm |
If The Moody Blues had been inducted in 1993 or so, then I do not think that the younger generation would have had such a problem with their induction. The problem lies with The Moody Blues induction being 25 years too late and that is certainly not their fault. Imagine how great performances by a much younger Mike Pinder, a younger and very much alive Ray Thomas, Graeme Edge, Justin Hayward and John Lodge would have been when supported by a full symphony orchestra. Unfortunately, that was not to be. Instead their long overdue induction in 2018 had been blamed by the younger generation as being one of the lowlights of the 2018 Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame Ceremony. Well, it is certainly a shame, since their 50th Anniversary Tour Of “Days Of Future Passed” had been much more memorable. Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 12/15/2018 @ 13:38pm |
If The Moody Blues had been inducted in 1993 or so, then I do not think that the younger generation would have had such a problem with their induction. The problem lies with The Moody Blues induction being 25 years too late and that is certainly not their fault. Imagine how great performances by a much younger Mike Pinder, a younger and very much alive Ray Thomas, Graeme Edge, Justin Hayward and John Lodge would have been when supported by a full symphony orchestra. Unfortunately, that was not to be. Instead their long overdue induction in 2018 had been blamed by the younger generation as being one of the lowlights of the 2018 Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame Ceremony. Well, it is certainly a shame, since their 50th Anniversary Tour Of “Days Of Future Passed” had been much more memorable. Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 12/16/2018 @ 01:41am |
I have become extremely annoyed that many members of the younger generation do not seem to understand The Moody Blues’ importance in Rock Music History. I think that Philip had phrased it quite succinctly and correctly, when he had stated that “The Moody Blues had influenced all of progressive rock.” Without The Moody Blues’ influence, many of the other important “progressive rock” artists would probably not exist, including the other previously mentioned members of the “holy trinity” of prog- Yes and Rush. Earlier this year, The Moody Blues had finally received their long overdue enshrinement in the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame. Since, The Moody Blues had been the first group which I had discovered entirely on my own, they will always have a special place in my life. Case in point, I happen to wear a Moody Blues’ t-shirt every night when I go to sleep. Posted by Enigmaticus on Wednesday, 12/26/2018 @ 07:03am |
I would like to extend best wishes to Mike Pinder (formerly of The Moody Blues) on the 77th anniversary of his birth. Thank you Mike for all of the great songs which you have written over the past half century and for introducing the Mellotron to the late John Lennon and Sir Paul MCartney Of The Beatles and thank you for picking Justin Hayward to be a member of The Moody Blues. Congratulations also to you on your long overdue induction into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame earlier this year. Have a fantastic day! Posted by Enigmaticus on Thursday, 12/27/2018 @ 14:58pm |
I would like to extend best wishes to Mike Pinder (formerly of The Moody Blues) on the 77th anniversary of his birth. Thank you Mike for all of the great songs which you have written over the past half century and for introducing the Mellotron to the late John Lennon and Sir Paul McCartney Of The Beatles and thank you for picking Justin Hayward to be a member of The Moody Blues. Congratulations also to you on your long overdue induction into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame earlier this year. Have a fantastic day! Posted by Enigmaticus on Thursday, 12/27/2018 @ 15:58pm |
I have now been listening to the music of The Moody Blues for nearly 38.5 consecutive years. Next August, I will celebrate the 40th anniversary of my discovery of the music of The Moody Blues. Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 02/17/2019 @ 09:03am |
I would like to extend best wishes to Graeme Edge on the 78th anniversary of his birth. Thank you Graeme for all of the great songs and poetry which you have written over the past half century and for expertise in drumming and percussion and thank you for picking Justin Hayward to be a member of The Moody Blues. Congratulations also to you on your long overdue induction into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame last year. Have a fantastic day! Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 03/30/2019 @ 14:08pm |
Although, I think that ‘Nights In White Satin,’ ‘I’m Just A Singer (In A Rock and Roll Band),’ ‘Ride My Seesaw’ and ‘Your Wildest Dreams’ are really great songs, I would have personally chosen these songs instead: ‘Gypsy (Of A Strange and Distant Time),’ ‘Legend Of A Mind,’ ‘Candle Of Life’ and ‘I Know You’re Out There Somewhere.’ In my opinion, those songs fully illustrate the variations which exist within The Moody Blues’ repertoire. Posted by Enigmaticus on Thursday, 05/2/2019 @ 10:38am |
I would be remiss if I did not mention that The Moody Blues will celebrate two major album release anniversaries later this year: “On The Threshold Of A Dream” turns 50 on May 30 and “To Our Children’s Children’s Children” (my favorite studio recording by The Moody Blues) turns 50 on November 21, rather ironically on the same day that “Presto” (my second favorite Rush studio recording) by Rush turns 30. Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 05/4/2019 @ 10:46am |
I would be remiss if I did not mention that The Moody Blues will celebrate two major album release anniversaries later this year: “On The Threshold Of A Dream” turns 50 on May 30 and “To Our Children’s Children’s Children” (my favorite studio recording by The Moody Blues) turns 50 on November 21, rather ironically on the same day that “Presto” (my second favorite studio recording) by Rush turns 30. Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 05/4/2019 @ 11:59am |
I would definitely be remiss if I did not mention that The Moody Blues will celebrate two major album release anniversaries later this year: “On The Threshold Of A Dream” turns 50 on May 30 and “To Our Children’s Children’s Children” (my favorite studio recording by The Moody Blues) turns 50 on November 21, rather ironically on the same day that “Presto” (my second favorite studio recording) by Rush turns 30. Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 05/4/2019 @ 12:57pm |
One year ago today, H.B.O. had aired the “2018 Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame Induction Ceremony.” As most of you are well aware, I had been extremely disappointed with some parts of the ceremony, including the self-induction of Dire Straits and the way that the ceremony had been edited to give Bon Jovi a ridiculously long amount of time, compared to the inductions of several other notable artists. When I do sometimes watch the ceremony on my dur, I feel compelled to watch everything from the Cars induction through the In Memoriam section, including the ‘Black Hole Sun’ rendition by Ann Wilson and Jerry Cantrell, in tribute to the late Chris Cornell, while completely avoiding the Bon Jovi section of the ceremony. I usually almost always watch the induction of the late great Sister Rosetta Tharpe (The highlight of the ceremony) and the Singles Induction section and of course, the severely edited Moody Blues Induction ceremony. My hope is that the unedited and uncut version of this ceremony will be available from Time/Life on BluRay in, or prior to 2022. On February 3, 2022, I will turn 60 years old. Wow, that is really quite a sobering thought! Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 05/5/2019 @ 05:57am |
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I have been recently informed that the “prog” father (Justin Hayward) will be performing in Tucson tonight at the Fox Theater at 7 p.m. Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 08/18/2019 @ 15:40pm |
Later this month, I had planned on purchasing more Moody Blues tee shirts with psychedelic lettering. Thus far, I have six black ones and three light blue ones and three gray ones. Although I really like the light blue ones, the black ones are definitely my most favorite. I had purchased a few more Yes tee shirts earlier this month, yet I have not purchased a single Rush tee shirt in nearly 7 years. I had really liked the tee shirt from the Clockwork Angels Tour which had the steam punk airship on it, but unlike the tee shirts of either Yes, or The Moody Blues, it had not held up quite as well to wear and tear. :-( Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 08/25/2019 @ 15:35pm |
Sue, Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 10/12/2019 @ 03:54am |
Yesterday was the 50th anniversary of the release of "In The Court Of The Crimson King (An Observation By King Crimson)," the debut album by King Crimson. Of course, "In The Court Of The Crimson King" is a hugely important and influential recording. I am not debating that King Crimson should or should not be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame; they definitely deserve to be inducted. I am just getting sick and tired of all the comments negating the overall importance of The Moody Blues. Unfortunately, The Moody Blues have often been ignored, by the older members of the Millennials and the younger members of Generation X. Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 10/12/2019 @ 11:38am |
"I am just getting sick and tired of all the comments negating the overall importance of The Moody Blues. Unfortunately, The Moody Blues have often been ignored, by the older members of the Millennials and the younger members of Generation X." Posted by The Dude on Saturday, 10/12/2019 @ 12:10pm |
October 10, 2019 had been the 50th anniversary of the release of "In The Court Of The Crimson King (An Observation By King Crimson)," the debut album by King Crimson. Of course, "In The Court Of The Crimson King" is a hugely important and influential recording. I am not debating about whether King Crimson should, or should not be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame; they definitely deserve to be inducted. I am just getting sick and tired of all the comments negating the overall importance of The Moody Blues. Unfortunately, The Moody Blues have often been ignored, by the older members of the Millennials and the younger members of Generation X. Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 10/12/2019 @ 17:49pm |
That article was pure bunk. Posted by Mark on Saturday, 10/12/2019 @ 18:24pm |
I would like to extend my most sincere thanks to The Dude and Mark for their support of The Moody Blues. Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 10/12/2019 @ 22:19pm |
Today is the 73rd anniversary of the birth of the "progfather" Justin Hayward. I would like to extend my most sincere wishes for a spectacular birthday to Justin. I would also like to acknowledge the considerable number of great songs which Justin has written over the past 53 years. Congratulations Justin on your many achievements, included your well-deserved but long overdue induction into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame earlier last year. Thank you for all of the great music which you have composed throughout your lifetime and your extraordinary kindness and humility! Cheers! Posted by Enigmaticus on Monday, 10/14/2019 @ 10:45am |
One week from today, "To Our Children's Children's Children," my favorite studio recording by The Moody Blues will celebrate it's 50th anniversary. "Presto," my second favorite studio recording by Rush will celebrate it's 30th anniversary. Posted by Enigmaticus on Thursday, 11/14/2019 @ 08:50am |
Next Thursday, "To Our Children's Children's Children," my favorite studio recording by The Moody Blues will celebrate it's 50th anniversary and "Presto," my second favorite studio recording by Rush will celebrate it's 30th anniversary. Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 11/16/2019 @ 03:20am |
In case that you had not been aware, AXS Tv has a show called "Rock Legends." Unfortunately, various progressive rock artists are included in three different "Rock Legends" documentaries: Supertramp, Barclay James Harvest and Electric Light Orchestra are part of "soft rock." The Moody Blues, Emerson Lake & Palmer and Traffic are part of "psychedelic rock" and Rush, Yes and Atomic Rooster are part of "progressive rock." I have yet to see any of these documentaries. Of course, Pink Floyd, Jefferson Airplane, Genesis and Talking Heads have their own "Rock Legends" documentaries. Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 11/16/2019 @ 23:22pm |
Tomorrow is the 50th anniversary of the release of "To Our Children's Children's Children," my favorite studio recording by The Moody Blues. Posted by Enigmaticus on Wednesday, 11/20/2019 @ 09:06am |
Today is the 50th anniversary of the release of "To Our Children's Children's Children," my favorite studio recording by The Moody Blues. Posted by Enigmaticus on Thursday, 11/21/2019 @ 04:47am |
What is there to say about The Moody Blues that has not already been said? Certainly they have written timeless songs, have been one of the forefathers of the progressive rock genre and have mesmerized fans with their orchestral variety of rock for over 52 years. Justin Hayward, John Lodge and Ray Thomas have written some of the greatest rock songs of all time . Posted by Enigmaticus on Friday, 11/22/2019 @ 13:51pm |
What is there to say about The Moody Blues that has not already been said? Certainly they have written timeless songs, have been one of the forefathers of the progressive rock genre and have mesmerized fans with their orchestral variety of rock for over 52 years. Justin Hayward, John Lodge and the late great Ray Thomas have written some of the greatest rock songs of all time . Posted by Enigmaticus on Friday, 11/22/2019 @ 15:12pm |
I had just visited The Moody Blues' website and had found that they had two intriguing items which I may purchase in the not too distant future, in addition to more of their great tee shirts with the psychedelic logo. Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 12/8/2019 @ 10:07am |
It has been quite a while since I have written anything about The Moody Blues. Since John Lodge (longtime member of The Moody Blues) had received the Lifetime Achievement Award from PROG Magazine earlier this year, presented by Rick Wakeman (keyboardist extraordinaire, formerly of Yes), I thought that I would mention it, since two members of the "holy trinity" of prog (Rush, Yes & The Moody Blues) had been present at this year's festivities. Posted by Enigmaticus on Thursday, 12/26/2019 @ 14:20pm |
I would like to extend best wishes to Mike Pinder for a very Happy Birthday. Thank you Mike for your many contributions to progressive rock and in particular, The Moody Blues. Posted by Enigmaticus on Friday, 12/27/2019 @ 13:39pm |
Well, I am still quite saddened by the recent passings of three critical members of the "holy trinity" of prog (Rush, Yes and The Moody Blues)- Chris Squire, Ray Thomas and Neil Peart. All three have passed away during the past few years. Chris Squire (formerly of Yes) had passed away at the age of 67 on June 27, 2015. Ray Thomas (formerly of The Moody Blues) had passed away at the age of 76 on January 4, 2018. Most recently, Neil Peart of Rush had passed away on January 7, 2020 at the age of 67. All three of these magnificent musicians had been hugely important members of their extremely influential bands and all three had passed away from various forms of Cancer. Since Rush, Yes and The Moody Blues, I.e. the "holy trinity" of prog have all been previously inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame, I think that the only fitting way to fully honor these great men would be to provide a tribute at this year's Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame Induction Ceremony. Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 02/9/2020 @ 02:32am |
I am still supporting prog and more specifically, The Moody Blues and Yes by wearing their t-shirts to work during the week. I also wear a psychedelic Moody Blues t-shirt in either oxford, or light blue to bed every night. My interest in progressive rock and the recent passing of my mother at the age of 91 on Madrid Gras, due to complications from pneumonia has inspired me to start cooking again. Last Saturday, I had used one of my 3 Le Creuset Moroccan Tagines (https://www.lecreuset.com/moroccan-tagine) to prepare an Argentine red shrimp and vegetable dish. Why 3 Tagines, you may ask? Because, they are not only extremely versatile cookware items, but they are also like sculptural works of art. I had recently watched a video about the Emile Henry steam Tagine and had wanted to purchase the round ceramic steamer insert presented in the video; unfortunately I have not been able to find it anywhere. In my honest opinion, such an accessory would definitely make a ceramic, or perhaps a cast iron Tagine even more utilitarian. So, why am I mentioning this on The Moody Blues page? Because the music of various prog artists has also encouraged me to discover new cultures, through their art and cuisines. Will, I prepare any actual Moroccan food with my Tagines? Who knows for certain, but having beautiful, sculptural and spectacular cookware might inspire me to do so. Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 03/8/2020 @ 05:21am |
I am still supporting prog and more specifically, The Moody Blues and Yes by wearing their t-shirts to work during the week. I also wear a psychedelic Moody Blues t-shirt in either oxford, or light blue to bed every night. My interest in progressive rock and the recent passing of my mother at the age of 91 on Madrid Gras, due to complications from pneumonia has inspired me to start cooking again. By he way, my other had been a great cook. Last Saturday, I had used one of my 3 Le Creuset Moroccan Tagines (https://www.lecreuset.com/moroccan-tagine) to prepare an Argentine red shrimp and vegetable dish. Why 3 Tagines, you may ask? Because, they are not only extremely versatile cookware items, but they are also like sculptural works of art. I had recently watched a video about the Emile Henry steam Tagine and had wanted to purchase the magnificent round ceramic steamer insert presented in the video; unfortunately I have not been able to find it anywhere. In my honest opinion, such an accessory would definitely make a ceramic, or perhaps a cast iron Tagine even more utilitarian. So, why am I mentioning this on The Moody Blues page? Because the music of various prog artists has also encouraged me to discover new cultures, through their art and cuisines. Will, I prepare any actual Moroccan food with my Tagines? Who knows for certain, but having beautiful, sculptural and spectacular cookware might inspire me to do so. Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 03/8/2020 @ 05:42am |
I am still supporting prog and more specifically, The Moody Blues and Yes by wearing their t-shirts to work during the week. I also wear a psychedelic Moody Blues t-shirt in either oxford, or light blue to bed every night. My interest in progressive rock and the recent passing of my mother at the age of 91 on Madrid Gras, due to complications from pneumonia has inspired me to start cooking again. By the way, my late mother had been a great cook. Last Saturday, I had used one of my Le Creuset Moroccan Tagines, this one in particular (https://www.lecreuset.com/moroccan-tagine-cerise-2-qt) to prepare an Argentine Red Shrimp and vegetable dish. I had also ordered online a week ago Friday, this Tagine (https://www.lecreuset.com/moroccan-tagine-flame-2-qt) which happens to be my absolute favorite, overall. Why 3 Tagines, you may ask? Because, they are not only extremely versatile cookware items, but they are also like sculptural works of art. I had recently watched a video about the Emile Henry steam Tagine and had wanted to purchase the magnificent round ceramic steamer insert presented in the video; unfortunately I have not been able to find it anywhere. In my honest opinion, such an accessory would definitely make a ceramic, or perhaps a cast iron Tagine even more utilitarian. So, why am I mentioning this on The Moody Blues page? Because the music of various prog artists has also encouraged me to discover new cultures, through their art and cuisines. Will, I prepare any actual Moroccan food with my Tagines? Who knows for certain, but having beautiful, sculptural and spectacular cookware might inspire me to do so. Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 03/8/2020 @ 06:07am |
I am still supporting prog and more specifically, The Moody Blues and Yes by wearing their t-shirts to work during the week. I also wear a psychedelic Moody Blues t-shirt in either oxford, or light blue to bed every night. My interest in progressive rock and the recent passing of my mother at the age of 91 on Madrid Gras, due to complications from pneumonia has inspired me to start cooking again. By the way, my late mother had been a great cook. Last Saturday, I had used one of my Le Creuset Moroccan Tagines, this one in particular (https://www.lecreuset.com/moroccan-tagine-cerise-2-qt) to prepare an Argentine Red Shrimp and vegetable dish. I had also ordered online a week ago Friday, this Tagine (https://www.lecreuset.com/moroccan-tagine-flame-2-qt) which happens to be my absolute favorite, overall. Why 3 Tagines, you may ask? Because, they are not only extremely versatile cookware items, but they are also like sculptural works of art. I had recently watched a video about the Emile Henry steam Tagine and had wanted to purchase the magnificent round ceramic steamer insert presented in the video; unfortunately I have not been able to find it anywhere. In my honest opinion, such an accessory would definitely make a ceramic, or perhaps a cast iron Tagine even more utilitarian. So, why am I mentioning this on The Moody Blues page? Because the music of various prog artists has also encouraged me to discover new cultures, through their art and cuisines. Will, I prepare any actual Moroccan food with my Tagines? Who knows for certain, but having beautiful, sculptural and spectacular cookware might inspire me to do so. Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 03/8/2020 @ 06:12am |
Later this year, I will celebrate the 40th anniversary of my discovery of The Moody Blues. Unfortunately, I still do not have a definitive date for discussing "To Our Children's Children's Children" in great detail. Once again, I have been extremely busy at work, but with the holiday weekend approaching, I may find the time to write a bit more on this particular blog. Posted by Enigmaticus on Monday, 05/18/2020 @ 09:39am |
The 40th anniversary of my discovery of the music of The Moody Blues is rapidly approaching. Of course, I have been very busy with work during the past two weeks, but perhaps sometime later this month, I will be able to celebrate this particular anniversary. Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 08/8/2020 @ 22:20pm |
Although the actual date of discovery is lost in time, this coming Wednesday- August 26, 2020 will most probably mark the 40th anniversary of the date of my discovery of the music of The Moody Blues. As I have mentioned several times previously, my first college roommate had been attending class when I had changed the radio station from classical (KUAT) to top 40 pop/rock (KRQQ) on that fateful day in August. During the early afternoon, circa 2:00 p.m., I had heard the songs, 'Nights In White Satin' and 'Tuesday Afternoon.' Why do I think that it was on a Wednesday, because he had been in class at the time and my next class had not been scheduled until Tuesday morning. Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 08/23/2020 @ 15:37pm |
For all intents and purposes, today is the 40th anniversary of my discovery of the music of The Moody Blues. Posted by Enigmaticus on Wednesday, 08/26/2020 @ 04:30am |
For all intents and purposes, this past Wednesday had marked the 40th anniversary of my discovery of the music of The Moody Blues. Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 08/30/2020 @ 07:53am |
For all intents and purposes, this past Wednesday had marked the 40th anniversary of my discovery of the music of The Moody Blues. Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 08/30/2020 @ 08:28am |
Now let's talk about the third member of the "holy trinity" of prog (Rush, Yes and The Moody Blues)- The Moody Blues. Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 10/3/2020 @ 11:08am |
ENIG Posted by KING on Saturday, 10/3/2020 @ 12:35pm |
I would like to extend best wishes to the "prog" father, Justin Hayward on this day- the 74th anniversary of his birth. Thank you, Justin for your vision, philosophical point of view, songwriting and singing which had been so influential on innumerable great artists. Perhaps, someday your work will truly be appreciated. Have a great day and thank you for a lifetime of great contributions. Posted by Enigmaticus on Wednesday, 10/14/2020 @ 09:02am |
Progressive rock had officially turned 53 last week, with the 53rd anniversary of the release of "Days Of Future Passed" celebrating it's 53rd anniversary a few days ago. The upcoming 51st anniversary of the release of "To Our Children's Children's Children" will occur on November 21, 2020. Rush's "Presto" will celebrate it's 31st anniversary on November 21, 2020 also. Posted by Enigmaticus on Saturday, 11/14/2020 @ 13:30pm |
ENIG Posted by KING on Saturday, 11/14/2020 @ 13:43pm |
Today is the 40th anniversary of the release of "Long Distance Voyager." "Long Distance Voyager" is second on my list of favorite studio recordings by The Moody Blues. My favorite songs from "Long Distance Voyager" include: 'The Voice,' '22,000 Days,' 'Veteran Cosmic Rocker,' 'Meanwhile' and 'Nervous,' but every song on this album is great! Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 05/16/2021 @ 01:37am |
Ben, Posted by Enigmaticus on Tuesday, 05/25/2021 @ 09:40am |
Of course, I would be remiss if I had not acknowledged that on October 14, the "prog father," i.e. Justin Hayward has celebrated his 75th birthday and on October 30, the "prog mother," i.e. Grace Slick had celebrated her 82nd birthday. Many apologies for these oversights. Posted by Enigmaticus on Monday, 11/1/2021 @ 04:53am |
Of course, I would be remiss if I had not acknowledged that on October 14, the "prog father," i.e. Justin Hayward had celebrated his 75th birthday and on October 30, the "prog mother," i.e. Grace Slick had celebrated her 82nd birthday. I would like to say thank you to Justin for his many timeless songs and thank you to Grace for her many great songs and her wonderful paintings. I hope that both of you had magnificent birthdays. Many apologies for these previous oversights. Posted by Enigmaticus on Monday, 11/1/2021 @ 18:52pm |
Rest in Peace Graeme Edge, 1941-2021. Posted by Joe S. on Thursday, 11/11/2021 @ 14:29pm |
Rest In Peace Graeme. Posted by Mark on Thursday, 11/11/2021 @ 14:59pm |
My most sincere condolences to the family and friends of Graeme Edge on his unexpected passing. Graeme's insightful poetry had always set The Moody Blues apart from many of their contemporaries and Graeme will surely be missed. Posted by Enigmaticus on Thursday, 11/11/2021 @ 23:46pm |
Graeme Edge, Moody Blues' Drummer and Co-Founder, Dead at 80 Posted by Roy on Friday, 11/12/2021 @ 21:39pm |
Today is November 21, 2021. Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 11/21/2021 @ 01:50am |
Of course, I would be remiss if I had not acknowledged that prog rock is now a 54 year old genre, since "Days Of Future Passed" had been released on November 11, 2021, the date of drummer and poet Graeme Edge's unfortunate passing. Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 11/28/2021 @ 11:58am |
Of course, I would be remiss if I had not acknowledged that prog rock is now a 54 year old musical genre, since "Days Of Future Passed" had been released on November 11, 1967. November 11, 2022 was unfortunately the day that drummer and poet Graeme Edge had passed away. Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 11/28/2021 @ 12:04pm |
Of course, I would have been remiss if I had not acknowledged that prog rock has now become a 54 year old musical genre, since "Days Of Future Passed" had been released on November 11, 1967. November 11, 2021 had unfortunately been the day that drummer and poet Graeme Edge had passed away and The Moody Blues as a band had ceased to exist. Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 11/28/2021 @ 12:10pm |
No, the first prog album was In The Court of The Crimson King. Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band is also a potential answer. Posted by Follower on Sunday, 11/28/2021 @ 16:13pm |
Follower, Posted by Enigmaticus on Thursday, 12/2/2021 @ 01:45am |
Follower, Posted by Enigmaticus on Thursday, 12/2/2021 @ 02:29am |
It looks to me like both SPLHCB and DoFP could count. Posted by Follower on Thursday, 12/2/2021 @ 04:32am |
@Follower, Posted by Enigmaticus on Sunday, 01/23/2022 @ 22:46pm |
RIP Denny Laine :(((( Posted by will m on Tuesday, 12/5/2023 @ 10:56am |
Rest in peace, Denny Laine Posted by J.W. on Tuesday, 12/5/2023 @ 11:16am |
Rest in Peace Denny Laine, 1944-2023. Posted by Joe S. on Tuesday, 12/5/2023 @ 11:50am |
Rest in Peace Mike Pinder, 1941-2024. Posted by Joe S. on Wednesday, 04/24/2024 @ 22:13pm |
RIP Mike Pinder Posted by Wilm on Thursday, 04/25/2024 @ 07:43am |
RIP Mike Pinder. Posted by J.W. on Thursday, 04/25/2024 @ 15:19pm |
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