The Moody Blues - In Search of the Lost Chord REACTION (Part 2)
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So pleasing to see such a young person understand the profundity, as well as the beauty, behind The Moody Blues music.
Yes...just like the Manson family did.
@@BFaluup 👎🏻
@@mnob1122 they did...it was one of the approved musicians they were allowed to listen to.
i really love the whole concept behind in search of a lost chord and also my favorite album of all which is days of future passed(that by the way I had to buy the cd because I love it so much),these two albums have me put in a trance state with such a level of existentialism and introspection,and also have the psychedelia and the level of spirituality,the orchestra, classical music, lyrics, psychedelic rock, elements like flute and others, create such a magical meaningful dream man,no words just feels
@@BFaluup You idiot, The Manson family, did not hear the meaning, just as you cannot, such unfortunate clod
This album is truly a thing of beauty especially side 2, the way Hayward's vocals and acoustic guitar are complemented throughout by Ray Thomas's haunting flute is sheer perfection.
It’s so cool that Daniel picked up on Justin Hayward’s outstanding and beautiful vocals. Some of the Moody Blues greatest work.
In your discussion of the lyrics, I was reminded what my late father told me about this album (He was a die hard Country/Western fan, but enjoyed the Moodys). He said: "In the House of Four Doors, the doors represent the 4 doorways to the human soul - The first Door is the Mouth - speech through which we express our selves, the Second is the Eyes - Sight through which we see others and how we impact them, the third is the ears - hearing what others have to say. The last door is the Mind. When the singer passes through the fourth door he has unlocked all the others and can experience the world about him - leading in to "Voices in the Sky" - he is using the doorway of his ears to listen to the world about him, "The Best Way To Travel" he is using the doorway of his Mind, "Visions Of Paradise" he is using the doorway of his Eyes and finally using the doorway of his Voice to fully embrace the oneness.
Of course he'd had a few brews at the time.
That is a perfect example of why this is the greatest site and has some of the greatest subscribers. Thank you for sharing all that insight This is fantastic.
That’s great info thanks.
Good on your father, that is perfect
That was SO COOL of your dad. Sounds like a great guy. That is an unusual combination of musical genre taste which usually don’t go together... country and psychedelic
@@helenespaulding7562 Grateful Dead ?
their 2nd album and the journey has only just begun and the next step is the album "On The Threshold Of A Dream"
I think Children’s is next.
@@Hartlor_Tayley children's is the album after On The Threshold Of A Dream .
Threshold has always been a personal favorite of mine.
@@matthintz9468 i can see why, its one of mine as well
@@signal12hvac I love it's fine line between reality and the dream world. Dear Diary is one of the most underrated Moody Blues songs. It's narrator reminds me of the extensional man, someone who wanders through life, disconnected from the rest of the world and unmoved by anything going on. I also love the opening spoken word section between Pinder, Hayward, and Edge, and the poem about dream later. It really is an amazing work of art!
But, if we're being truthful here, are there any bad Moody Blues albums? The great ones are 67-81. After 81 the albums weaken considerably, but each has some solid singles. Saw them live four times, always a treat!
In Days of Future Passed,it will be A Question of Balance,to complete your Seventh Sojurn in Search of the Lost Chord! Remember thinking is the best way to travel. Just don't forget your guitar before departing! Peace and practice.
It is always magic to watch someone experience a Moody Blues album for the first time. thanks for sharing this.
The names in parentheses indicate who wrote the song. I really like your posts Daniel!
Justin Hayward, 74, John Lodge, 75, and Graeme Edge, 79!, still scheduling concerts this year, only 55 years or so from the beginning. Like YES, like Jethro Tull, the flickering candle flame of musical brilliance will not be extinguished.
I would add ELP...
@@davidmckenzie420 You are correct, the music of ELP will never die, but unfortunately 2 of the 3 legends are not with us. And as Daniel knows, ELP is the most influential band of my life, and I actually mention them TOO often :) But your premise is spot on.
@@davidmckenzie420 I would have to add RUSH to that ensemble. They weren't as trippy as either the MB or ELP, but their images and musicianship were always spot on as well. RIP Neil Peart, Greg Lake, Keith Emerson and Ray Thomas.
Ummm Graeme died a few weeks ago.
@@steveowens2505 November 11, 2021 RIP, Mr. Edge.
Over and above all the great musicianship, Justin Hayward's voice thrills me every time I hear it.
I wish Pavarotti had begun doing benefits with popular singers sooner, I would have loved to hear him sing with Hayward.
Sums my feeling up perfectly. He has been a gift to us all, that’s for sure
@@christinerobinson9372 At least there were the Pavarotti And Friends concerts (1992-2003), which featured over 30 artists over the 12 years. And from all the video footage I've seen, only ONE artist held his own with the legendary Pavarotti: the incredible Sir Tom Jones.
I had always liked the Moodies, but I fell absolutely in love with Justin after hearing Forever Autumn. A song neither he nor any of the MB wrote. But his VOICE!!!! And not bad on the eyes either. I saw him solo the year before covid and he was fantastic. His voice at 72 is as strong, clear, and haunting as it was in his 20's when this was recorded.
And the musicianship of everyone in the bad can't be contested, all of them together was just magic.
@@georgewodicka4839 Oh I've got to see that one.
I’m 67 and have seen the Moodies live 22 times so far. Never took an ounce of anything, ever. Don’t need to! And I think I’ll live to be 100. Hope and Pray Justin, John, Graeme and Mike can too.
Side one is the process of searching; the second side is the process of discovery, culminating in the last song.
So good to hear you hearing this amazing music for your first time....we have all been affected by this profoundly at some point. It is hard to say exactly why....there is a connection taking place with something....including a feeling of connection with the band members...very special fan following
I like this album but all theirs are great and laid out like this one. My favourite is "To Our Children's Children's Children". If you think there's got to be more to life than this. And your searching, well you will find more than a few answers with them. Well I think I did anyways.
TOCCC was the first MB album I bought in 1969, and backtracked from there. I think it was their most dynamic album, but they were all so good, it is really hard to choose.
Yes l think it's my favourite too, side 2 is absolutely faultless with a short track included, l Never Thought I'd Live to be a Million, and Watching and Waiting, a beautiful song to finish the album!
TOCCC is my favorite as well. Gypsy is fabulous. Candle of Life... ah..
@@LirienNieve l bought that album nearly 50 years ago, still love it, got loads of 70's albums, that's one of the best!
@@LirienNieve BTW, not sure if you are familiar with the band Barclay James Harvest. They were dubbed the Poor Mans Moody Blues, they even recorded a song with that title, a sort of take on Night's in White Satin, they were a great band in their own right, and made some fantastic albums.
The metaphysical themes they often explored caused many fans to regard them as if they were gurus. This prompted the later composition "I'm just a singer (in a rock and roll band)".
This album was very much a product of its time, when Indian music was still pretty new and the mellotron was something weird (before synthesizers). These weren't the pop love songs of the early '60s, this was exploration of the self, questioning existence and purpose. These were radical ideas at the time. In this time it probably seems quaint.
maybe it's quaint, but no denying its relevance to inquiring youthful minds not so full up with technology they can't explore the universe (with Azathoth fluting at the centre).
I must admit that when I did think about this album and come to some ideas it was the sitar and the Om I came to the conclusion it was the transcendental, probably drug induced, experience. It came out about the time groups like the Beatles were visiting Maharishi Mahesh Yogi and his teaching.
Bob Seger used a mellotron in Turn the Page. The first time I heard it, I was like "YES!". So glad to hear that iconic sound in his song.
This whole album I had never listened to before you put it on your list to vote for I've listened to it now four or five times and I have to say every time I like it more and more I wasn't quite sure the first but I really enjoyed side two which locked it in for more listens and it just has grown on me so much can't wait to explore more Moody Blues because I really only know the hits and days of future passed
that my friend is the magic of the Moody Blues
I hope he does the next album Children’s Children someday. The classic seven albums are all amazing and solid through out.
@@Hartlor_Tayley actually their next album is "On A Threshold Of A Dream" which is then followed by "To Our Children's chilidren's children
@@signal12hvac yes you are right. I checked. Thanks. The old grey matter ain’t what it used to be.
@@Hartlor_Tayley at 63 i agree
There were so many great songs written by this great band. Justin Hayward songs were always my favourite, l'd love you to listen to New Horizons from the Seventh Sojourn album, simply beautiful!
To this day, New Horizons is not only my favorite Moody Blues song, but one of my favorite songs period. Glad you mentioned it.
@@dennis2966 Sometimes it can take a few listens before you appreciate a song. I loved New Horizons from the first time l heard it, and like you, it's been one of my favourite songs for nearly 50 years!
Thank you for doing this ,Daniel. It has been quite some time since I listened to this whole album. I am having some wonderful flashbacks and good memories of more youthful days. Awesome! Good friends, good times and deep thoughts. Peace and Love!
young man, you have my respect
The Moodies were my favourite band, growing up so I really enjoyed your take on this album, Daniel. Mike Pinder does play the mellotron, so you were correct! I hope you consider working your way through the "Core 7" Moodies albums and look forward to you doing the next one, On The Threshold Of A Dream.
The instrument he is puzzling over is, I believe, the flute played by Ray Thomas
That Mellotron!! I think the Actor is about how he sees himself as an unenlightened being, unaware of the higher states of consciousness. “It’s all a Dream” i think is literally about tripping or thinking, not so much about life being a dream specifically. A psychedelic album for sure but it’s to convey a feeling and concept about existence. The Moodies strived for a transcendent experience here. The sense of yearning and reaching into the beyond is so palpable here and is a thread that binds their entire body of work. This album is very much of its time and to see you grasp and appreciate this work in 2021 is amazing to me. Your Lovecraft reference was on point. Great great reaction. Thank you for indulging us is this treasure and your analysis is deep. OM....
I think much of what Daniel's attributing to the Mellotron, especially in The Actor, might be Ray's flute. But this morning I have the disadvantage of mono sound and distant memories of the last time I heard this. Loving your MBs reactions & eagerly anticipating future installments, regardless of any audio imperfection.
@@Yaktahbay yes I think he was referring to rays flute in that moment but Pinders Mellotron is just so prominent and the way the flute and Mellotron blend is sublime.
@@Hartlor_Tayley I will confirm that in "The Actor" is mostly Ray playing double-tracked flutes, but the Mellotron does make an appearance during the chorus.
The actor is made up of ABC form then returning to the original logic motive. It's unified by the poem that makes the imaginative and pleasant musical phrases make sence in their diversity.
Based on your reactions to the first 2 Moodies albums, I know you will love the next one, "On the Threshold of a Dream", perhaps even more!
I also think you will love "A Question of Balance", and "Seventh Sojourn". (Not that the others in the "Core 7" are not good, because they are.)
I am REALLY enjoying your reactions to The Moody Blues. I LOVE hearing your thoughts and ideas about the songs! It truly is a treat to re-experience them through your eyes and ears!
29:00 Voices in the Sky is also the title of a Moody Blues greatest hits compilation album.
You said "sadly not too many people put comments on this album." That's because this LP. is beyond words. Exactly right when you used words like "haunting" "trippy" and of course "psychedelic." One of my favorite Moody Blues albums. Go on to Threshold, Children's Children, Seventh Sojurn, and more! Enjoy for years to come. Peace..🙂🎶🎧✨
all the poems were written by drummer Greame Edge spoken by keyboardist Mike Pinder
Well... not all. "Departure" is actually Graeme speaking, but it's true that Mike performed the majority of them.
@@kivimik you're right i forgot about that one!
Couldn't think of a better way to spend my morning than listening to this for the second time...
Enjoyed part 1 and this one too. What a transcendent album. Especially like voices in the sky.
TRUE FILM FAN
I like making comp cd's for play in the car, just the best cuts you know. With the Moodies this is about impossible since all thier tunes are masterpieces. Each album is meant to be listened to as a whole work. Great reaction as always Daniel.
Nihilism is the philosophy that you're thinking of; the belief that existence is meaningless.
Of course, The Moody Blues were the very opposite of nihilists, as this album obviously shows since it's all about the search for meaning and completion.
The second half is surely the strongest part of this album, but that actually reinforces the journey the characters take.
Haven't heard the full album in many years. "Visions of Paradise" is a real gem. Thank for the reaction.
Great album throughout. But for as good as side 1 is, I think side 2 might be even better. It's certainly one of the best album sides by any band. Very pretty songs and beautiful, otherworldly music. The late 60's Moody Blues can't be beat.
Raising our vibrations back into 4th density
Keep on your journey through the Moodies catalog. You won’t be disappointed.
fact: the studio hired so many instruments the 5 members played on this album made the instrument supplier a rich man
approx. 33.
@@johncatani6966 yes i believe that is the correct number
The core six albums, after DOFP, always had “All Instruments played by The Moody Blues” printed on them.
Fun fact. Four of the five members went through Transcendental Meditation training/course, each receiving their own Mantra. They took it very seriously except perhaps Edge. Hayward practiced for many years & is reported to have been able to travel the Astral Plain. Regardless he meditated for many years. So, this album sprung from both TM & LSD.
Daniel my young brother... you are right about the concept. It is a search, but like so many others from this era, the ‘substances’ broke down the barriers. This quickly led to the realization that there were ways to get there without them, such as meditative techniques or Eastern mysticism. So yes, thinking IS the best way to travel, one way or the other. Those ‘substances’ got out of hand (or into the hands of too many) and were quickly made illegal. There are finally serious studies being done on many of them currently because even back then, they showed a lot of promise in helping people overcome mental issues in just a few controlled sessions that years of ‘talk on the couch’ would not even get close to. It is a way, not the only way, to connect with that part of your greater self that we have ignored or otherwise forgotten in favor of the small identit;y of the ego.
Wow... didn’t mean to go on for so long. Just enjoy this great album and keep exploring!
Keep in mind that Justin Hayward was born October 14, 1946. This album came out in July of 1968. Imagine having that voice, songwriting ability, guitar skills at 21. And his voice is still just as good today, with the Moodies or with his solo career.
One of his best vocals might be on his 1978 worldwide hit “Forever Autumn”.
Once again, I just love seeing someone else enjoy my life's score! Very spiritual these Moodys are! Now that's a ticket to ride!!!
Check it. The Moodies often doubled the flute with the mellotron.
Not to butt in, but you’d love the second King Crimson album. The first few Crimso albums were filled with mellotron.
yes, KC, the Moodies, EARLY Yes, ELP, all great prog rock.
Way cool, DS9. Justin Hayward's numbers were always my favorite ones, and I loved his voice. So glad you to got to hear this strange little gem of an album.
I agree, great songs from all members of the band, but Justin's were always my favourites 👍
That's Ray Thomas' flute in the background of The Actor, overdubbed with some echo treatment. Mike Pinder's Mellotron was used more for simulating strings and early Moog type of instruments.
Hope you can figure out your stereo problem. Possible mono cord plugged in?
33:33 "Life is but a Dream" is a 1950s Do-wop hit by the Earls, covered by the Four Seasons.
Thanks for getting part 2 up man! The Moody Blues are my favorite and I appreciate your contributions.
You NEED to react to Every Good Boy Deserves Favor by them
Each album of the septet has its own unique beauty. EGBDF should not be overlooked!
Definitely. Again, by album side. "Procession" seguing in to "The Story In Your Eyes" must be listened to that way, in my opinion. And then the reprise of "Procession" in "One More Time to Live" on the B side is perfection.
EGBDF is my favorite The Moody Blues album.
Bless you mate. I was your age when my life was changed by the music you are being moved by. Truth be told, I'm glad for you.
This was written during a time of experimentation with psychedelics and philosophies. Their drummer, Graeme Edge, was the one who wrote all of that poetry.
The Meaning of this Album - these are the thoughts of a traveller dealing with the hassle of trying to find their car in the world's largest parking structure at one of the London Airports. (Of course, I might be wrong...)
In the words of an old 60s proverb try LSD and see... This is one of the albums that launched a thousand trips.
In the 60’s & 70’s taking LSD was known as a “trip”, and if you wanted to buy some LSD you went to see a “travel agent”.
Ya had to be there...I think. It's difficult to explain to folks how complex and meaningful this era was. I mean.....respect for the earth, the Women's Movement, Civil Rights, the Draft, burning Draft Cards, fleeing to Canada, going to Vietnam and dying, hitching all over the USA, COINTELPRO........It always bugs me to hear the 60s/70s using the word hippies or flashing the peace sign. For shit's sake...people died during protests and overseas, and being in revolutionary groups......big time assassinations .....don't they teach this stuff at school these days?!!
The light on the screen and we're on a beam -- that always reminds me of Plato's Cave.
I think the word you were looking for was existential.
Nihilistic maybe?
@@shyshift You read my mind Rand, that's the other one. Other than those two, I can't think of any other word that fits what he was saying.
@@JohnWesleyDowney John funny enough I thought existential first then nihilistic. lol
This was an important work of art in my youth in San Francisco. For the first 2-6 albums Justin Hayward admitted, with the exception of John Lodge, the other 4 were dabbling in LSD . Ray and Mike actually spent a couple weeks at Timothy Leary's farm, although they said, strangely, they took no drugs there. sub.
Loved watching your face during Thinking is the Best Way To Travel- that's my fave Moody Blues Song!
As far as I remember, they didn't use a mellotron until their next album- In Search of a Lost Chord. It was an orchestra in Nights in White Satin.
Although the Moodies were into acid, they never fell into heavy addiction. They all continued on to create more music, but had, more or less, normal lives.
"The Actor" is my most favorite Moodies song. The flute (not melletron) arrangement is just beautiful. I've had the privilege of seeing them in concert several times. They were the 2nd band I saw in concert back in the 70's. I saw them again some 30 years later. Still, the best musicians. I was able to afford much better seats, too! LOL.
I discovered the Moodies when I was in high school. They featured heavily in parties of those days. Everyone sat and listened and discussed, well, life. Didn’t find the answers, but the journey has been great! And yes, that’s a mellotron. Mike Pinder was a master.
No you don't need drugs to enjoy and be moved by this great music!
The album is certainly a capsule of its time and place. It’s a trip, indeed; very hypnotic in places. Music was exploding in that time, finally free from the endless pop drivel that had been heard everywhere.
I’ve always preferred side 2 to side 1 (much like Abbey Road). I agree, “Visions of Paradise” is very beautiful. Incidentally, I have three cats - one of them is named “Om” (the name was bestowed by his former human).
Finally, was it nihilism, or maybe existentialism, you were trying to recall?
Yes, that is the Mellotron. It is the instrument that gave them their unique sound.
Interesting enough Mike Pinder worked at Streety Electronics, I think that is the name, where the Mellotron was developed. So Mike had an insiders understanding of how the instrument worked and he was able to push it to its limits. I am relying on memory here so I stand to be corrected. Good to see you getting into the Moodies Daniel.
Wow I used to listen to this album with my dad the 80s, memories 😕
The names on the song are the writer credits
I wish that all albums identified all of the vocalists on each track. In this case, the name in parens is the name of person who wrote the track. Often, it is the same person on lead vocals, although I'm always fascinated by the ones where the author feels another band member would be a better choice for vocals.
the mellotron is the Moodies orchestra
The mellotron is what gave this band its unique sound apart from all other bands. The mellotron produces so many different prerecorded sounds plus knobs to control pitch and other sound qualities. It's a magnificent piece of engineering.
Yes, that is a mellotron. Mike Pinder made extensive use of that instrument, which gave them that orchestral sound.
No, the melody he was asking about (at 16:05) was actually played on the flute.. coz y'know, they did have a flutist in the band. The Mellotron (at least in the Moodies case) was mainly used for orchestral and string sounds. Ray Thomas played the flute, sax, etc.
Thanks for taking this on , you done good !
Yes, thinking is the best way to travel. You don’t care if your baggage is lost.
Justin Hayward has the most interesting ang beautiful voice. This has always been a favorite album of mine, and yes, I did use psychedelics a few times, but mostly, I just loved all the different soundscapes - it's beautiful ride without them. Thanks for all your great reactions, Daniel. You really are unique! A true blessing.
Threshold of a Dream is the next album. I am correcting myself because I said it was children’s.
"On the Threshold of a Dream" is my favorite album of theirs, with "In Search of the Lost Chord" close on its heels.
@@Glenner7 yes Threshold is also amazing. If I picked a favorite today it would be different tomorrow.
Discogs got it wrong as well.
I'm with you, I have never had any desire to take anything to get high. I didn't need to, my musical heroes took that risk for me. The music of my youth was The Moody Blues, The Beatles, Pink Floyd, King Crimson, Led Zeppelin, these and many other bands took you on journey of the mind and soul which was, and still is, more than enough for me.
Here's two things I noticed on this album in the song voices in the sky it starts out with bluebird High and Yes's Starship trooper starts out sister Bluebird flying high above also yes has a song called We have heaven we hear heaven which is mentioned in Um
I have been a MB aficionado since my early 20's which seems to be the best time to 'find' the Moodies. It's the time of self-reflection, finding your place in the universe, deciding who you will be..
You are lucky in that you have been exposed to this music early in your life. As you continue to listen to the MB albums you will see that the core 7 are connected. Especially the 1st 4. And there is a theme to JH songs all the way to today. His songs are full of water, birds, voice, visions, fantasy. I hope you will also listen to Blue Jays-great album by J & J.
To know ultraviolet....etc., is grounded in science actually. I had an extraordinary Astronomy instructor in college. He taught us that we are 'us' only because of the color of our sun. That is to say we hear sound waves, and see light waves (OUR definition remember). If our sun was a different spectral class generation of a red dwarf, or a blue sun; we MIGHT see microwaves, and/or hear gamma rays. For a different colored sun we would be totally different colors. The hotter the sun, the darker our complexion would be. A 'cool' sun would mean we might be almost all albino. ANYWAY, the MB are an extremely profound band as I think you've discovered.
From Beyond, with Crawford Tillinghast is the protagonist. I am a HUGE HP Lovecraft fan. Also a movie was made about it starring the incredible Jeffrey Coombs. As a Christian I'm surprised you didn't notice the correlation to the 'word'. God SPOKE and the waters moved. SOUND created the universe, the logos. A principle originating in classical Greek thought which refers to a universal divine reason, immanent in nature, yet transcending all oppositions and imperfections in the cosmos and humanity. An eternal and unchanging truth present from the time of creation, available to every individual who seeks it.
I recently found out (to my disappointment) that Justin admitted to LOTS of LSD trips. I thought he was very deep without drugs. Made me sad.
Great analysis, thank you for posting.
Certainly true, I see these through a different light when sharing the “experience” with guys like yourself. Back in the day when I was young and reckless I listened to these legendary albums ant not really paying much attention to their lyrical implications. I tend to focus more on the musical aspect and attempt to play by searching for the lost chords, usually in my head. If it sounds OK, then I’m happy!
You are so right about just getting lost in the music!👍🏻👍🏻❤️
The mellotron typically sounds like either strings or flute. Many of the early prog bands used them in lieu of an orchestra, which they eventually could afford. It has a great sound, and I lusted after one for decades. Nihilism?
When I was in the 9th grade, I was invited to skip school because so-and-so's folks were away. While there, he had two intriguing artifacts: this album, hot off the presses, and some funny smelling cigarettes. The album and the art in the album hold a particular memory for me.
Decades later, I would see Timothy Leary speak in Charlotte, and this song was playing before he came out. The second time I saw him, in Richmond, where we chatted about his book, "Jail Notes". It all relates somehow. The early '70s were very experimental, and should anything ever prove too much...pop on some Moody Blues, and you will come back to where you belong. Yes had that healing effect too. And Jon's solo albums. Learning progressive music at the time had the added benefit of being a general mind expander, and so we all wound up at the best schools. The dumbing down in music had the effect of dumbing down the populace. Inspiring to see younguns finding the old treasures, polishing them up, and sharing them for others to enjoy. Grateful. Peace on Earth.
I like Moody Blues, but if you want to go a step further, this album gets med thinking of Procol Harum's album Shine on Brightly, with the incredible theme suit in 5 movements (with the somewhat unintelligible title) In Held 'Twas in I (but i just found out that it is the first word of each of the first 4 movements, as well as the first word of the 1st movement's verse 6 ).
It has some similarities with Om, but ... yeah, kind of some mix between Moody Blues and Pink Floyd. Rather dark and melancholic but with some very catchy phrases, both in words and musically.
Procol Harum is sooo much more than just A Brighter Shade of Pale. I discovered them in the 70s when I heard Pandora's Box on Radio Luxemburg,, and for a very long time I was terribly frustrated because I had serious problems remembering both the name of the band and the title of the song, I often remembered one, but not the other.
A real great band, which should get into the spotlight with more than just A Brighter Shade of Pale.
I have listened to this album since the early 70s. The Moody Blues did great music and it great to see you take that journey. I am sure nobody for a long time has made music like this. Thank you for taking the time to get into the whole album. Not only this time but several other albums too. That is how we listened to them and it is the only way to become part of these concept albums. Maybe this type of music is no longer made because nobody takes the time to get into this type of complex music. In my view the house of 4 doors is a trap where you could end up for your whole life. Side 2 is moving past those outwards distractions on side 1. Firstly using your mind and meditation to find inner peace. Great reaction, great work, stay the journey.
I like your continuity. You don't overtalk great music. I loved this album when I was a child, it was fascinating and wildly psychedelic. I was 9, so I hadn't yet sampled that stuff.
An interesting conclusion young man! You have found the Lost Chord!
Procession & The Story in Your Eyes from Every Good Boy Deserves Favour. There's a few versions on YT, avoid the MP3 ones as they separate the tracks and there's an annoying 'skip' which ruins the transition. But there's a vinyl version up on YT somewhere which doesn't.
Thinking is the best way to travel is a reference to Transcendental Meditation. When one meditates, which means clearing your mind of all unnecessary clutter and focusing on one mantra or one word, that person very well may experience flight and travel.
One of the most unique albums of that era. Pre progressive or you can say the beginnings of progressive rock movement!👍🏻❤️☮️🎼🎤✌🏻
It is the 3rd album by “The Moody Blues”
The very first, “Go Now” had Denny Laine instead of Justin. Couple other personnel changes.
It sounds like a London bar band. ✌️
Great deep dive. ...thank you
The look on your face as the album ends is exactly what it should be. You have been on a journey, my friend, and one that has soothed you and calmed you as it opened you to new insights. Well done, Daniel. Next time listen to this on headphones in a dark room.
Re he use of substances: Welcome to the 1960’s! I thought you got that from “Legend of a Mind”.
Justin Hayward learned to play the sitar for this album….
Enjoy your Moody Blues journey. When you finish it, I would suggest a side album done by two of the members of the band (Hayward and Lodge). They did an album under the name The Blue Jays. Some of the most beautiful music ever written.
Mike Pinder played the meltrone all the albums up to 1974.
Your pupils are dilated and your eyes are bloodshot! You must be high!
ME: Allergies.
Me high....
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@@foxandscout thanks. Old habits die hard... I hope all is well with you. They took that link down I was pushing folks to see... The Band, The Authorized Video Biography... Daniel and his dad didn't get a chance to see it before it was taken down. However, I found it on VHS. It will be a part of future unboxing video. All the best.
@@daveking9393 yes hard to find the dvd and pricy. I have the last waltz only on vhs. And yes I still have a player connected to my tv. The band and Dylan: up there in my top 5 best concerts.and I’ve been to many many many. I used to smoke often and for many years but not the past decade. What once gave me creative surges puts me right to sleep after a half hour. Clogs my sinuses. Still ever so often if someone has purple Hawaiian...The smell is so delicious.
I’m in NYC so no easy access to specialized types and methods. Jelly beans! Oh what fun people have now with the edibles. Loved acid but only did it once a year for a decade. And throw in a few mushrooms...Took too much out of me. But what glorious trips. 1973 the best black hash... lasted a summer, never to be experience like that again.
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Would love to quit, but it is my preferred attitude adjuster... my father drank too much so alcohol never had a huge appeal to me recreationally. I like it and enjoy beer and whiskey just nothing I do daily. It was also perfect cuz as a teen I could be the designated driver.
I'm thinking about different methods. Still like the tactile aspects of a stick or other flower paths, same for edibles considering, not there yet... My buddy just mentioned a few minutes ago a "golden lemon" that might be up there with your Hawaiian reference... He said it tasted just like it smelled, very aromatic... varieties today are so numerous it's amazing... I'm in CT. I take care of my uncle in NJ... he has issues with variety and cost in the NYC area...
I had a much shorter window with the tripping of about a year and a half or two, just four times... Some great times some okay times the last time couldn't wait for it to end That's why I was the last time...
Company and timing matter a lot..
One aspect I always wanted to get across to Daniel about drugs was the timeline or duration and "no off switch"... Better be mature enough to be able to handle loosing some control without panicking... some can't...
a couple of the times where Daniel is in a long tune or a rock opera and the song is about taking drugs and it goes on longer than "normal", I think the artists may be trying to convey that once you take something you can't turn it off and it can seem like it goes on forever especially if it's a "bad trip" such as Tommy was having in the rock opera as well as some other examples...
Never got much from the couple of shroom tries. All that was decades and decades ago. A period of time in my teens and early twenties experimenting and then I was done. Same with the white stuff. It is still around, been offered it many times since then just have no interest in anything other than my old fashioned daily attitude adjustments... I think I'll put an LP on of The Band and kick back with a fatty and think of you and all of the good old days. All the best!
The instrument you are trying to depict in the Actor sounds to me like the Alto flute played by Ray. The flute, just like the clarinet and saxophone has a range of instruments. That said, as a person in his early 60´s, it is refreshing to hear a younger person critique this album and enjoying the musicianship , voices and of course these splendid songs. Yes, maybe a bit dated now, but we are talking nearly 55 years ago.
Well done, Daniel.
I suggest when continuing experiencing The Moody Blues that they should be done like Yes, and Pink Floyd for that matter, and do their releases chtonologically, track by track. You're off to a good start with The Moody Blues.
yes... nice to see a young guy discovering the legendary Moodies .... those 5 guys who achieved so much ... sadly in Jan 2022 only 3 guys are left .
The spirit that we must embrace!
There are bluegrass interpretations of Moody Blues songs!! Also well done and the Moody's participated. Find "Moody Bluegrass" for more fun!
Oh wow, thank you for this. Pretty cool interpretations.