The Moody Blues — The Story In Your Eyes
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I've been thinking 'bout our fortune
And I've decided that we're really not to blame
For the love that's deep inside us now
Is still the same
And the sound we make together
Is the music to the story in your eyes
It's been shining down upon me now
I realize
Listen to the tide slowly turning
Wash all our heartaches away
We're part of the fire that is burning
And from the ashes we can build another day
But I'm frightened for your children
That the life that we are living is in vain
And the sunshine we've been waiting for
Will turn to rain
Listen to the tide slowly turning
Wash all our heartaches away
We're part of the fire that is burning
And from the ashes we can build another day
But I'm frightened for your children
That the life that we are living is in vain
And the sunshine we've been waiting for
Will turn to rain
When the final line is over
And it's certain that the curtain's gonna fall
I can hide inside your sweet, sweet love
Forevermore
And I've decided that we're really not to blame
For the love that's deep inside us now
Is still the same
And the sound we make together
Is the music to the story in your eyes
It's been shining down upon me now
I realize
Listen to the tide slowly turning
Wash all our heartaches away
We're part of the fire that is burning
And from the ashes we can build another day
But I'm frightened for your children
That the life that we are living is in vain
And the sunshine we've been waiting for
Will turn to rain
Listen to the tide slowly turning
Wash all our heartaches away
We're part of the fire that is burning
And from the ashes we can build another day
But I'm frightened for your children
That the life that we are living is in vain
And the sunshine we've been waiting for
Will turn to rain
When the final line is over
And it's certain that the curtain's gonna fall
I can hide inside your sweet, sweet love
Forevermore
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gorgeous lyrics. love this song.
I stole the main bassline run from this for a friends' song. Shhhh!
joelbb wrote:
YES Please!! Thank you!
As much as I despise being "average", I gave it an 8. These guys started w/ "Go Now" 56 years back! Don't that make me feel OLD. Speaking of "Go Now", how's about playing it, Bill? Or Rebecca!
YES Please!! Thank you!
Absolutely great melodies, bass and groove. Solid 10!
One of the bands I grew up listening to. I don't ever get tired of hearing one of their songs. There's probably a lot of younger gen that have never even heard them. Parents please introduce your offspring to this band and one's like it, they'll look at what's around now in a bit of a different light then :-D
nomnol wrote:
More cowbell I think.
More tambourine. 
More cowbell I think.
More tambourine.
I think "two minutes to midnight" cribbed off of this song...
N4niner206 wrote:
I have the early albums on 40+ year old cassettes recorded from well played LPs. I'll have to queue this and To Our Children's... and the others on YT music and go back in time. I have Seventh Sojourn and Octave on vinyl, but I think the previous albums are much better.
Getting out my CDs I had stored and found Days of Future Past...the start of it all and still excellent.
LLRP!!!!
My humble opinion - the Moody Blues have more "perfect albums" than anyone I can think of. For me, a perfect album is one you just listen to end-to-end and never have to hit skip. This is especially true with their early stuff.
I have the early albums on 40+ year old cassettes recorded from well played LPs. I'll have to queue this and To Our Children's... and the others on YT music and go back in time. I have Seventh Sojourn and Octave on vinyl, but I think the previous albums are much better.
Getting out my CDs I had stored and found Days of Future Past...the start of it all and still excellent.
LLRP!!!!
These guys have a semi-important, somewhat compromised, but also fascinating role in rock. They were moving toward prog rock but not quite there. They were sixties rock but transcending it with the art rock stuff. I guess what I don't love is that MB feels on-stage rather than real and personal. But still...great band and excellent music. This one is a particularly good example.
&ct=gI did a tour with the Moodies many years ago and it really was a blast sharing the stage with one of my favourite bands from my teen years. Great music remains great...
Great song and what an album cover...
As much as I despise being "average", I gave it an 8. These guys started w/ "Go Now" 56 years back! Don't that make me feel OLD. Speaking of "Go Now", how's about playing it, Bill? Or Rebecca!
kenmt wrote:
Every Good Comment Deserves Favour. This one is no exception.
This song is as great as ever, and somewhat fitting for these troubled days that we are all sharing, but let's remain strong, calm and helpful to those in need. This too will pass.
Every Good Comment Deserves Favour. This one is no exception.
To quote: OH HELL YEAH!
One of the hardest rocking songs ever.
Still. Bar none.
The mad bassline is killer.
One of the hardest rocking songs ever.
Still. Bar none.
The mad bassline is killer.
Headphones... Close eyes... Image of room lit only by blacklight, glowing psychedelic posters on the walls... Friends sitting... Clouds of smoke...
kenmt wrote:
Thinking the same thing and it's worse out there than when you posted your comment one month ago
Thinking the same thing and it's worse out there than when you posted your comment one month ago
This song is as great as ever, and somewhat fitting for these troubled days that we are all sharing, but let's remain strong, calm and helpful to those in need. This too will pass.
My 2nd 10...
Headphones on - got goosebumps from this
Headphones on - got goosebumps from this
ExploitingChaos wrote:
Are you one of dem youngin's? (under 30)?
Occasionally when driving around, put on some commercial classic rock radio.....at this point, it's educational
Never heard this! Thanks guys!
Are you one of dem youngin's? (under 30)?
Occasionally when driving around, put on some commercial classic rock radio.....at this point, it's educational
This always makes me think of REM.
Never heard this! Thanks guys!
1971... Crayzee
One of my favorist lyrics of all time:
"And from the ashes we can build another dayyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy"
"And from the ashes we can build another dayyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy"
Grayson wrote:
But maybe for the back of your car? (Especially now that you can have RP in your car.)
Nice story anyway!
Figure if I was a tattoo kinda person (I'm not) I'd have gotten the "RP Forever" inscription, in a lovely script, a long time ago.
But maybe for the back of your car? (Especially now that you can have RP in your car.)
Nice story anyway!
Had one of those terrific RP-only-derived moments at the car wash with this song: It came up in the (lossless bitrate) cache just as the roller thingees in the car wash started rolling. Like, perfect timing. Needless to say, I cranked the Bose system up to 12 and let 'r roll 'n rip. Figure if I was a tattoo kinda person (I'm not) I'd have gotten the "RP Forever" inscription, in a lovely script, a long time ago.
LizK wrote:
I've got a 'Nasty Woman' t-shirt.
Actually, I never received the 'Nasty Woman' tshirt. I cried 'scam' to Paypal & they got my $ back. 2016 was that kind of year, totally.
Skydog wrote:
my wife got hers with no problem
My Beto t-shirt came with no hassle.
I've got a 'Nasty Woman' t-shirt.
Actually, I never received the 'Nasty Woman' tshirt. I cried 'scam' to Paypal & they got my $ back. 2016 was that kind of year, totally.
my wife got hers with no problem
My Beto t-shirt came with no hassle.
Great song by a great band!
smackiepipe wrote:
Ditto.
OH HELL YEAH.
Ditto.
OH HELL YEAH.
More. Moody Blues!
How I love that fantastic beginning! And how REO Speedwagon must have thought of it when they did "Riding The Storm Out." JAMS!
I shall confess: For all these years I heard Moody Blues as a certain type, maybe sui generis (their own category), of softish rock band. Somehow the words broke through tonight and I recognize that they were making social commentary that travels well beyond their time. Who knows where insight lies? Surely not me. I always liked their music but felt that the words, although well fit to the music, were not all that insightful. I stand corrected, even as I sit.
Every time I hear this song, it leaves my arms in goosebumps! I love it THAT much!
My humble opinion - the Moody Blues have more "perfect albums" than anyone I can think of. For me, a perfect album is one you just listen to end-to-end and never have to hit skip. This is especially true with their early stuff.
Every Good Boy Deserves Favor. Oops! "Favour".
And the sound we make together
Is the music to the story in your eyes
It's been shining down upon me now
I realize
And the sound we make together
Is the music to the story in your eyes
It's been shining down upon me now
I realize
Thanks Bill for playing it as you do. Often enough but not too often. 
That gem's got to remain a special treat, and the listeners must first deserve their favour!
It was a 10 for me back then, and still is. Always with a slight regret that the guitar solo doesn't last a little longer
That gem's got to remain a special treat, and the listeners must first deserve their favour!
It was a 10 for me back then, and still is. Always with a slight regret that the guitar solo doesn't last a little longer
Proclivities wrote:
Why do people want to believe that the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has any relevance? It's a profit-making hobby of Jann Wenner and a few other non-musicians. They have no directive or mandate to "induct" artists based on some logical deliberation. Apparently, he does not care for The Moody Blues, maybe Justin Hayward borrowed his umbrella once and never gave it back.
That's the long and short of it. Similar to the importance or relevance of people like Paul, Mick, Elton et al getting the MBE from the Queen. And for christsakes...Cliff Richard? LOL
Always had kudos for those in rock who told the crown to piss off with that like John, Keef, and Bowie did.
Why do people want to believe that the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has any relevance? It's a profit-making hobby of Jann Wenner and a few other non-musicians. They have no directive or mandate to "induct" artists based on some logical deliberation. Apparently, he does not care for The Moody Blues, maybe Justin Hayward borrowed his umbrella once and never gave it back.
That's the long and short of it. Similar to the importance or relevance of people like Paul, Mick, Elton et al getting the MBE from the Queen. And for christsakes...Cliff Richard? LOL
Always had kudos for those in rock who told the crown to piss off with that like John, Keef, and Bowie did.
LizK wrote:
I've got a 'Nasty Woman' t-shirt.
Actually, I never received the 'Nasty Woman' tshirt. I cried 'scam' to Paypal & they got my $ back. 2016 was that kind of year, totally.
my wife got hers with no problem
I've got a 'Nasty Woman' t-shirt.
Actually, I never received the 'Nasty Woman' tshirt. I cried 'scam' to Paypal & they got my $ back. 2016 was that kind of year, totally.
my wife got hers with no problem
On_The_Beach wrote:
ABBA is in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame?
Oh dear Lord, it's the seventh sign of the Apocalypse.
Or maybe it's the sixth; the seventh has to be Trump in the White House.
I've got a 'Nasty Woman' t-shirt.
Actually, I never received the 'Nasty Woman' tshirt. I cried 'scam' to Paypal & they got my $ back. 2016 was that kind of year, totally.
buddy wrote:
Why do people want to believe that the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has any relevance? It's a profit-making hobby of Jann Wenner and a few other non-musicians. They have no directive or mandate to "induct" artists based on some logical deliberation. Apparently, he does not care for The Moody Blues, maybe Justin Hayward borrowed his umbrella once and never gave it back.
It's a crime that The Moody Blues are not in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, which has inducted the like of rock and roll "greats" such as ABBA. Really?...
Why do people want to believe that the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has any relevance? It's a profit-making hobby of Jann Wenner and a few other non-musicians. They have no directive or mandate to "induct" artists based on some logical deliberation. Apparently, he does not care for The Moody Blues, maybe Justin Hayward borrowed his umbrella once and never gave it back.
I've always loved the way they made music as deep and dramatic as they liked, and I appreciate that sometimes they really rocked! I'm glad I got to see them play at McNichols Arena in '86 or so...truly a fantastic show! and I saw the video of the RedRocks concert...
On_The_Beach wrote:
ABBA is in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame?
Oh dear Lord, it's the seventh sign of the Apocalypse.
Or maybe it's the sixth; the seventh has to be Trump in the White House.
I've got a 'Nasty Woman' t-shirt.
ABBA is in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame?
Oh dear Lord, it's the seventh sign of the Apocalypse.
Or maybe it's the sixth; the seventh has to be Trump in the White House.
I've got a 'Nasty Woman' t-shirt.
still has a groove !Moody Blues. May 24, 1979. Pacific Coliseum, Vancouver B.C. Awesome show.
I think ABBA is great. By pure coincidence, my very favourite contemporary artist — Steven Wilson — likes to sport ABBA t-shirts.
That said, yes, TMBs definitely deserve the recognition.
OTB, as usual you crack me up! :-)
That said, yes, TMBs definitely deserve the recognition.
OTB, as usual you crack me up! :-)
buddy wrote:
ABBA is in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame?
Oh dear Lord, it's the seventh sign of the Apocalypse.
Or maybe it's the sixth; the seventh has to be Trump in the White House.
It's a crime that The Moody Blues are not in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, which has inducted the like of rock and roll "greats" such as ABBA. Really? (. . .)
ABBA is in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame?
Oh dear Lord, it's the seventh sign of the Apocalypse.
Or maybe it's the sixth; the seventh has to be Trump in the White House.
great song - in it's time. Or maybe...Bill is this new? you are playing it every day. Is this back to the future?
It's a crime that The Moody Blues are not in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, which has inducted the like of rock and roll "greats" such as ABBA. Really?
They were a ground-breaking band in establishing the Progressive Rock genre. No one has ever come close to matching or even imitating their singularly unique sound. Their classic 7 albums starting with Days of Future Past and concluding with Seventh Sojourn encompass an amazing body of work that, as a set, has never been equaled.
One of the best shows I ever attended was The Moody Blues with the Colorado Symphony Orchestra at Red Rocks Amphitheater in Morrison, Colorado in the Denver foothills. Pure magic.
In a few weeks I'll be seeing Justin Hayward on his solo tour. Can't wait.
They were a ground-breaking band in establishing the Progressive Rock genre. No one has ever come close to matching or even imitating their singularly unique sound. Their classic 7 albums starting with Days of Future Past and concluding with Seventh Sojourn encompass an amazing body of work that, as a set, has never been equaled.
One of the best shows I ever attended was The Moody Blues with the Colorado Symphony Orchestra at Red Rocks Amphitheater in Morrison, Colorado in the Denver foothills. Pure magic.
In a few weeks I'll be seeing Justin Hayward on his solo tour. Can't wait.
not sure why a lot of people look down on the moody blues (justin hayward) he is awesome....especially his stuff with the moody blues.....he travels around now going to small bars and is really really good to see
eveliko wrote:
Perhaps some, but not "everybody". Anyhow, the mellotron only played "samples"; it was essentially the first sampling keyboard instrument. There are much more versatile (and often less expensive) devices at the disposal of recording studios these days, though there are several artists who use newer mellotrons.
This is why everybody uses sampled Mellotron today.
Perhaps some, but not "everybody". Anyhow, the mellotron only played "samples"; it was essentially the first sampling keyboard instrument. There are much more versatile (and often less expensive) devices at the disposal of recording studios these days, though there are several artists who use newer mellotrons.
otis_of_moab wrote:
Amen!
Awesome. Never tire of hearing this.
And, yes, the entire album is fantastic.
Amen!
Awesome. Never tire of hearing this.
And, yes, the entire album is fantastic.
This is why everybody uses sampled Mellotron today.
1wolfy wrote:
Great song title
blades wrote:
Was going to use the exact same word. Love this whole album.
timeless
Was going to use the exact same word. Love this whole album.
Guess I am alone on this one.
Loved it once, but now it seems to . . . . over the top contrived.
Guess that was the 70's
Loved it once, but now it seems to . . . . over the top contrived.
Guess that was the 70's
timeless
Music written with a purpose. Please Bill, let's hear some more of these gems!
Great make out album! Black light optional...
Great song title
Rock n Roll Hall of SHAME WTF
kingart wrote:
You nailed it. Of a time and era, that still transcends time and era. Just in another voice and expression that may be lost on some. But a future time will recognize it for the timeliness, if they don't already now. The beauty of music...
We're part of the fire that is burning
from the ashes we can build another day...
Great lyrics from a great song on a great album by a band that was great for its time. Blow up the speakers.
from the ashes we can build another day...
Great lyrics from a great song on a great album by a band that was great for its time. Blow up the speakers.
You nailed it. Of a time and era, that still transcends time and era. Just in another voice and expression that may be lost on some. But a future time will recognize it for the timeliness, if they don't already now. The beauty of music...
Great Moodies' song!
One of the great albums of all time.
What, I gave it only 9, a few years ago? Hurry up to move the rating to 10, this is one of my absolute favorite classics ever 
On_The_Beach wrote:
I have the cover in one of those "album frames" on the wall in my living room.
Love Justin Haywood-that voice is so recognizable
Cool cover art.
From Wiki: The album title is taken from the student mnemonic for the lines of the treble clef: E-G-B-D-F. These notes are heard played on piano during "Procession."
From Wiki: The album title is taken from the student mnemonic for the lines of the treble clef: E-G-B-D-F. These notes are heard played on piano during "Procession."
I have the cover in one of those "album frames" on the wall in my living room.
Love Justin Haywood-that voice is so recognizable
This whole album flows. One song into the other. I've still got the vinyl even though I think I wore it out back in '72. Many a smokey evening spent with MB... 
Only thing that sucks about this song is that it's just two and a half minutes long.
I've been thinking about our fortune
And I've decided that we're really not to blame
For the love that's deep inside us now
Is still the same
And the sounds we make together
Is the music to the story in your eyes
It's been shining down upon me now
I realize
Listen to the tide slowly turning
Wash all our heartaches away
We're part of the fire that is burning
And from the ashes we can build another day
But I'm frightened for your children
That the live that we are living is in vain
And the sunshine we've been waiting for
Will turn to rain
Listen to the tide slowly turning
Wash all our heartaches away
We're part of the fire that is burning
And from the ashes we can build another day
But I'm frightened for the children
That the live that we are living is in vain
And the sunshine we've been waiting for
Will turn to rain
When the final line is over
It's certain that the curtain's gonna fall
I can hide inside your sweet sweet love
For ever more
And I've decided that we're really not to blame
For the love that's deep inside us now
Is still the same
And the sounds we make together
Is the music to the story in your eyes
It's been shining down upon me now
I realize
Listen to the tide slowly turning
Wash all our heartaches away
We're part of the fire that is burning
And from the ashes we can build another day
But I'm frightened for your children
That the live that we are living is in vain
And the sunshine we've been waiting for
Will turn to rain
Listen to the tide slowly turning
Wash all our heartaches away
We're part of the fire that is burning
And from the ashes we can build another day
But I'm frightened for the children
That the live that we are living is in vain
And the sunshine we've been waiting for
Will turn to rain
When the final line is over
It's certain that the curtain's gonna fall
I can hide inside your sweet sweet love
For ever more
Wow, 1971 and we're still crying for our children instead of doing something about it.
i've always loved this song. i think it's lovely.
Prog Rock at its pinnacle. W-a-y beyond their early 60s hit Go Now.
Wow never knew they had something like this in them. Have to investigate further than Nights In White Satin.
We're part of the fire that is burning
from the ashes we can build another day...
Great lyrics from a great song on a great album by a band that was great for its time. Blow up the speakers.
from the ashes we can build another day...
Great lyrics from a great song on a great album by a band that was great for its time. Blow up the speakers.
One of the greatest songs i know...
These guys sound nothing like they did in 1971. Mike Pinder's mellotron has been gone since 1974 and Ray Thomas has retired.
tkosh wrote:
This was/is such a great album. Many of us considered it "stunning" when it came out. And they are still doing it—saw them about a year ago in Mpls, and they sounded just like they did in 1971. What does "Eat me" actually mean? That you are right?
tkosh wrote:
This was/is such a great album. Many of us considered it "stunning" when it came out. And they are still doing it—saw them about a year ago in Mpls, and they sounded just like they did in 1971. What does "Eat me" actually mean? That you are right?
You could do worse . . . .
One of my favorites of all time. From the ashes we can build another day.
copymonkey wrote:
Three things: 1. Over earnest means exactly what I intended it to mean—look up earnest. 2. Bloated does not necessarily mean literally fat, and yes, there is such a thing as too much instumentation. 3. Dense complex compositions are one thing—and I can certainly get my head around them, you condescending tool—but self indulgent wurlitzer solos and faux-deep mystical horseshit ramblings are quite another.
Oh, I guess there were four things: 4. Eat me
c'mon...you have to admit this was pretty funny...
Three things: 1. Over earnest means exactly what I intended it to mean—look up earnest. 2. Bloated does not necessarily mean literally fat, and yes, there is such a thing as too much instumentation. 3. Dense complex compositions are one thing—and I can certainly get my head around them, you condescending tool—but self indulgent wurlitzer solos and faux-deep mystical horseshit ramblings are quite another.
Oh, I guess there were four things: 4. Eat me
c'mon...you have to admit this was pretty funny...
9
WTF ... 8 to 10.
Its got everything my ears still like.
Its got everything my ears still like.
This is quintessential Moody Blues. A great song from an iconic band. These guys were the thinking man's band of the day. Of course that is my opinion.
peter_james_bond wrote:
There's nothing wrong with you! Rudeness is not a requirement but something happens to certain people when they hide behind a pseudonym and start typing; much like what happens to some people when they get behind the wheel of a car. I guess I'm equating road rage with comment board rage. If you check out news comment boards you'll see what I mean. People say the most vile things, hiding behind the cloak of anonymity, that they would never say in public.
True enough. That's been the curse of online discussion since the heyday of Usenet, and we can all fall prey to it because we only ever read words, we don't see the real person in front of us as we would down the pub, say, so we tend to fill in the blank with our own stereotypes and projections and create a cardboard cut-out of the poster. Over the years I've come to the view that you should only ever say online what you would say face to face, and a good way to follow this guide is to post under your real name. (Not that I'm knocking anonymity, as that's pretty important on the Net for all sorts of reasons, but it's not really needed on a music board. )
There's nothing wrong with you! Rudeness is not a requirement but something happens to certain people when they hide behind a pseudonym and start typing; much like what happens to some people when they get behind the wheel of a car. I guess I'm equating road rage with comment board rage. If you check out news comment boards you'll see what I mean. People say the most vile things, hiding behind the cloak of anonymity, that they would never say in public.
True enough. That's been the curse of online discussion since the heyday of Usenet, and we can all fall prey to it because we only ever read words, we don't see the real person in front of us as we would down the pub, say, so we tend to fill in the blank with our own stereotypes and projections and create a cardboard cut-out of the poster. Over the years I've come to the view that you should only ever say online what you would say face to face, and a good way to follow this guide is to post under your real name. (Not that I'm knocking anonymity, as that's pretty important on the Net for all sorts of reasons, but it's not really needed on a music board. )
Cool cover art.
From Wiki: The album title is taken from the student mnemonic for the lines of the treble clef: E-G-B-D-F. These notes are heard played on piano during "Procession."
From Wiki: The album title is taken from the student mnemonic for the lines of the treble clef: E-G-B-D-F. These notes are heard played on piano during "Procession."
I think this is one of their tunes that has stood the test of time - it was mind blowing at the time based on what there was to compare it to , but 40 years later (can you believe it?), in my book - still a pretty darn listenable tune.
copymonkey wrote:
Three things: 1. Over earnest means exactly what I intended it to mean—look up earnest. 2. Bloated does not necessarily mean literally fat, and yes, there is such a thing as too much instumentation. 3. Dense complex compositions are one thing—and I can certainly get my head around them, you condescending tool—but self indulgent wurlitzer solos and faux-deep mystical horseshit ramblings are quite another.
Oh, I guess there were four things: 4. Eat me
This was/is such a great album. Many of us considered it "stunning" when it came out. And they are still doing it—saw them about a year ago in Mpls, and they sounded just like they did in 1971. What does "Eat me" actually mean? That you are right?
Three things: 1. Over earnest means exactly what I intended it to mean—look up earnest. 2. Bloated does not necessarily mean literally fat, and yes, there is such a thing as too much instumentation. 3. Dense complex compositions are one thing—and I can certainly get my head around them, you condescending tool—but self indulgent wurlitzer solos and faux-deep mystical horseshit ramblings are quite another.
Oh, I guess there were four things: 4. Eat me
This was/is such a great album. Many of us considered it "stunning" when it came out. And they are still doing it—saw them about a year ago in Mpls, and they sounded just like they did in 1971. What does "Eat me" actually mean? That you are right?
Wow!
Is this why peeps love shades ? 
Enjoy the music - or don't (I guess). No need to be so mean to one another. If everyone liked the same things how boring life would be.
Love it!
Great song!
Ohhh - just what I needed today. It's been all kinds of hectic and emotional and stressful, and this was the perfect balm to my soul. Thanks, RP!
Wow, took a minute to sink in on this listen...RP playing the Moddy Blues? Kool!
Had the opportunity to catch them in concert a few weeks ago in Fort Myers, FL. Fully expected a full compliment of onstage wheel chairs, oxygen tanks, and other healthcare devices. Was so glad to see that they still ROCK, with vocals and playing skills still intact. A great show, from a great, great band.
I agree. Their chorals are so great!
What's not to love?
Sounds fantastic.
Concert in Clyde Auditorium Glasgow on 4 October 2006 was brilliant .
It's great to hear this incredible song once again.
copymonkey wrote:
Three things: 1. Over earnest means exactly what I intended it to mean—look up earnest. 2. Bloated does not necessarily mean literally fat, and yes, there is such a thing as too much instumentation. 3. Dense complex compositions are one thing—and I can certainly get my head around them, you condescending tool—but self indulgent wurlitzer solos and faux-deep mystical horseshit ramblings are quite another.
Oh, I guess there were four things: 4. Eat me
Interesting discussion!? But for me, wether i like a song., or i dont like it. Why make it so complicate!?
Three things: 1. Over earnest means exactly what I intended it to mean—look up earnest. 2. Bloated does not necessarily mean literally fat, and yes, there is such a thing as too much instumentation. 3. Dense complex compositions are one thing—and I can certainly get my head around them, you condescending tool—but self indulgent wurlitzer solos and faux-deep mystical horseshit ramblings are quite another.
Oh, I guess there were four things: 4. Eat me
Interesting discussion!? But for me, wether i like a song., or i dont like it. Why make it so complicate!?
Gave this a 9 because this is the music of the best part in my life. And its a good music!!
truebeliever wrote:
There's nothing wrong with you! Rudeness is not a requirement but something happens to certain people when they hide behind a pseudonym and start typing; much like what happens to some people when they get behind the wheel of a car. I guess I'm equating road rage with comment board rage. If you check out news comment boards you'll see what I mean. People say the most vile things, hiding behind the cloak of anonymity, that they would never say in public.
I realize this is an Internet board and all, but is rudeness a requirement here? The music makes me happy, not contentious. Is there something wrong with me?
There's nothing wrong with you! Rudeness is not a requirement but something happens to certain people when they hide behind a pseudonym and start typing; much like what happens to some people when they get behind the wheel of a car. I guess I'm equating road rage with comment board rage. If you check out news comment boards you'll see what I mean. People say the most vile things, hiding behind the cloak of anonymity, that they would never say in public.
I love this tune.
copymonkey wrote:
Three things: 1. Over earnest means exactly what I intended it to mean—look up earnest. 2. Bloated does not necessarily mean literally fat, and yes, there is such a thing as too much instumentation. 3. Dense complex compositions are one thing—and I can certainly get my head around them, you condescending tool—but self indulgent wurlitzer solos and faux-deep mystical horseshit ramblings are quite another.
Oh, I guess there were four things: 4. Eat me
Sez who?
I find it interesting that you have the cajones to call someone else a condescending tool.
Three things: 1. Over earnest means exactly what I intended it to mean—look up earnest. 2. Bloated does not necessarily mean literally fat, and yes, there is such a thing as too much instumentation. 3. Dense complex compositions are one thing—and I can certainly get my head around them, you condescending tool—but self indulgent wurlitzer solos and faux-deep mystical horseshit ramblings are quite another.
Oh, I guess there were four things: 4. Eat me
Sez who?
I find it interesting that you have the cajones to call someone else a condescending tool.
Fantastic Song
TriskyJen wrote:
Well said. These days it's all about downloading that 2-minute Lada Gaga single for your ipod (and ring-tone). Kinda sad, really.
This album, like many other Moody Blues albums, and Yes, and Pink Floyd, (and probably a whole bunch of others I can't remember) were "whole-album" experiences. Put them on, kick back and enjoy the ride (oh... except for that part where you had to get up and flip the record to hear the other side :) A story, a mood, a theme, and you the listener were led through. I don't have that experience so much any more with albums.
Well said. These days it's all about downloading that 2-minute Lada Gaga single for your ipod (and ring-tone). Kinda sad, really.
I realize this is an Internet board and all, but is rudeness a requirement here? The music makes me happy, not contentious. Is there something wrong with me?
Jeez. guys, lighten up. It's just a song, for pete's sake. FWIW, I think this particular one holds up pretty well. Some of the Moody's other stuff, not so much. Whatev.
brandog wrote:
MIne too. And still so relevant today!
Oo, yay - my favorite Moody Blues song!
MIne too. And still so relevant today! Zep wrote:
"Over-earnest?" What the fuck does that mean? Too honest?
And bloated? As in, fat? Too much instrumentation? Dense, complex compositions too much to get your head around?
Three things: 1. Over earnest means exactly what I intended it to mean—look up earnest. 2. Bloated does not necessarily mean literally fat, and yes, there is such a thing as too much instumentation. 3. Dense complex compositions are one thing—and I can certainly get my head around them, you condescending tool—but self indulgent wurlitzer solos and faux-deep mystical horseshit ramblings are quite another.
Oh, I guess there were four things: 4. Eat me
"Over-earnest?" What the fuck does that mean? Too honest?
And bloated? As in, fat? Too much instrumentation? Dense, complex compositions too much to get your head around?
Three things: 1. Over earnest means exactly what I intended it to mean—look up earnest. 2. Bloated does not necessarily mean literally fat, and yes, there is such a thing as too much instumentation. 3. Dense complex compositions are one thing—and I can certainly get my head around them, you condescending tool—but self indulgent wurlitzer solos and faux-deep mystical horseshit ramblings are quite another.
Oh, I guess there were four things: 4. Eat me
Concept albums are a new concept for many since it really isn't done much any more, but when you have the time to appreciate a "whole album" and the craft work that goes into it, you would appreciate the Moodies. I guess you had to be there, on the floor, tripping your mind out to be able to wrap your head around the music...Lucky me!
DoctorHooey wrote:
Damn! Must be late (it is). Classical Gas, for whatever reason, brings to mind "The Three Tenors" at a Chile Cookoff.
Random, I know!
My favorite Moody Blues song. Justin Hayward was (and possibly still is) an amazing guitarist. Underrated IMHO.
Ahh yes, THIS is what "Classical Gas" makes me think of! Nice song, over-produced but nice. One of the Moodies' best
Damn! Must be late (it is). Classical Gas, for whatever reason, brings to mind "The Three Tenors" at a Chile Cookoff.
Random, I know!
My favorite Moody Blues song. Justin Hayward was (and possibly still is) an amazing guitarist. Underrated IMHO.
Best album cover ever...only surpassed by the music within.
This album, like many other Moody Blues albums, and Yes, and Pink Floyd, (and probably a whole bunch of others I can't remember) were "whole-album" experiences. Put them on, kick back and enjoy the ride (oh... except for that part where you had to get up and flip the record to hear the other side :) A story, a mood, a theme, and you the listener were led through. I don't have that experience so much any more with albums.
Like your comments. Life was a mind-expanding adventure and the music was a catalyst. But what about that album cover? Didn't we stare at those works of art for hours wondering 'What were they thinking?'
Boy, does this ever take me back to college and "relaxing" around the dorm room.
Are the Moodys slipping into obscurity? I hardly hear their music any longer and, boy, were they popular back in the day.
Are the Moodys slipping into obscurity? I hardly hear their music any longer and, boy, were they popular back in the day.
TriskyJen wrote:
Agreed. I miss those days . . .
This album, like many other Moody Blues albums, and Yes, and Pink Floyd, (and probably a whole bunch of others I can't remember) were "whole-album" experiences. Put them on, kick back and enjoy the ride (oh... except for that part where you had to get up and flip the record to hear the other side :) A story, a mood, a theme, and you the listener were led through. I don't have that experience so much any more with albums.
Agreed. I miss those days . . .
This song is as great as ever, and somewhat fitting for these troubled days that we are all sharing, but let's remain strong, calm and helpful to those in need. This too will pass.
Sorry, you were overtaken by global presence.