analogdemon

Because, IMO, they're the second greatest band in the world behind the Beach Boys.

Seriously, these guys are absolutely amazing. Their "core seven" albums contain some of the best rock ever put to tape. Their second album Days of Future Passed is the textbook for how to create a symphonic, orchestral soundscape in the context of a rock 'n' roll record.

These guys were full of great musical ideas in the late 1960s and early 1970s, and still are today. Their newer records, while not as epic as say In Search of the Lost Chord or Seventh Sojourn, are still better than a lot of rock 'n' roll coming out today.

In addition to still being a recording act, they're also still a legitimate touring act with 3 out of 5 "classic" members. Not only that, but their shows are still popular and their shows aren't just "oldies shows". Read the reviews of their concerts...these guys still have it 40 years after the release of their first album.

If you've never got into the Moody Blues, start with Days of Future Passed and work sequentially through the discography. For those of you who know the Moodies' music, let's hear the love.

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boo boo

Ridiculously underated, i consider Days Of Future Past to be one of the most innovative and important albums of the 60s, i remember when Rolling Stone left it off my list and how pissed off i was.

EDIT: Sorry i said "overrated", i meant "underrated", twas a nasty typo, tis fixed now.

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analogdemon

That's a hard point to argue, no doubt. What's really funny is that it was never supposed to be released. Deram Records wanted the Moody Blues to record an album to demonstrate stereo sound (keep in mind that stereo didn't take off in the UK until around 1970) in exchange for the record company forgiving the band's debt (they owed the record label several thousand quid in advances).

The problem was, after all was said and done, Deram had spent so much money on this demonstration record that they decided to release it to try and recoup some of their costs. haha

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All your children are poor unfortunate victims of lies you believe.

Drop out of school before your mind rots from exposure to our mediocre educational system. Forget about the Senior Prom and go to the library and educate yourself if you've got any guts. Some of you like Pep rallies and plastic robots who tell you what to read. Forget I mentioned it. This song has no message. Rise for the flag salute.

boo boo

I heard about that, but it also made a great showcase for the bands songwriting talents.

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