In an endless sea of rock and pop formats, The Moody Blues have distinguished themselves through four decades as that shimmering jewel vindicating rock music as a substantial artistic contribution to
Western culture. Since the 60’s, as a part of the historic original British invasion of Supergroups, The Moody Blues have lit up the hearts and minds of millions of rock fans with inspiring anthems like “Nights in White Satin,” “Tuesday Afternoon” and “I’m Just A Singer (In A Rock And Roll Band),” which express universal themes of love, compassion and peace. The band’s unique style of music consistently finds airplay on radio stations globally and continues to illuminate concert arenas around the world. From being immortalized on The Simpsons to having their music featured in movies, television and in national advertisement campaigns such as VISA, The Moody Blues are embedded in not only music history but in pop culture.
Time ago, the group celebrated the 45th Anniversary of their monumental 1967 album, “Days of Future Passed,” which features “Nights in White Satin,” one of the first four minute songs played on the radio,
becoming one of the biggest selling singles in history, and hitting #1 three separate times on Billboard. In summer of 2012, “Nights” was the lead track in the movie and on the soundtrack of the Johnny Depp film, “Dark Shadows.” Universal Music Enterprises also released a new Moody Blues greatest hits collection in two editions titled ICON and ICON 2 — single disc and double disc formats.
Since they first hit the rock scene The Moody Blues have continued to produce music that bridges the gap between rock, classical and pop-rock genres without ever wavering in their integrity and
commitment. Featuring the altruistic inflections of guitarist/vocalist Justin Hayward, bassist/vocalist John Lodge and drummer Graeme Edge, The Moody Blues’ sound has held its ground with exquisite harmonies over and over again, in a genre of music that is ever-changing. Since their formation in England, The Moody Blues have created music time and time again that offers rock music a depth that is unprecedented and inspiring.
The Moody Blues have sold in excess of 70 million albums worldwide and have been awarded an astonishing 14 platinum and gold discs. Their incredible roster of hits include: “Nights In White
Satin,” “Tuesday Afternoon,” “Ride My See Saw,” “The Story In Your Eyes,” “Isn’t Life Strange,” “Question,” “I’m Just A Singer (In A Rock And Roll Band),” “Your Wildest Dreams,” and “I Know You’re Out There Somewhere,” to name a few. The Moody Blues’ No. 1, Top 5, Top 10, Top 20, Top 40, Multi-Platinum, Platinum and Gold albums and singles, have generated sold-out tours on a consistent basis over the course of several decades, making them one of the top-grossing album and touring bands in existence.
Days of Future Passed is the second album and first concept album by English prog rock band The Moody Blues, released in November 1967 by Deram Records. With its fusion of orchestral and rock elements, it has been cited as one of the first examples of progressive rock.
The album was recorded at a time when the Moody Blues were suffering financial difficulties and lack of critical and commercial success. Their parent label, Decca Records offered them a chance to record a stereo LP that combined their music with orchestral interludes. They decided to compose a suite of songs about the life of everyday man, with the group and orchestra mostly playing separately and mixed together. It was a moderate success upon release, but following steady radio airplay, particularly of the hit single "Nights in White Satin", it became a top ten US hit in 1972. It has since been listed among the most important albums of 1967 by Rolling Stone.
The Moody Blues With The London Festival Orchestra Conducted By Peter Knight – Days Of Future Passed 1967 - 40th Anniversary Deluxe Edition
Label: Deram – 983 215-0, Deram – 9832150
Format: CD, Album, Reissue, Remastered, Unofficial Release, Stereo
Released: 2006, Stereo Remastered Album
Genre: Rock, Classical
Style: Symphonic Rock, Psychedelic Rock, Classic Rock
TRACKS:
CD 1.
01. The Day Begins: Inc. Morning Glory (Written-By [Morning Glory] – Graeme EdgeWritten-By [The Day Begins] – Peter Knight) 5:51
02. Dawn: Dawn Is A Feeling (Written-By – Michael Pinder) 3:49
03. The Morning: Another Morning (Written-By – Ray Thomas) 3:56
04. Lunch Break: Peak Hour (Written-By – John Lodge) 5:29
05. The Afternoon (8:23)
05a. Forever Afternoon (Tuesday?) (Written-By – Justin Hayward)
05b. (Evening) Time To Get Away (Written-By – John Lodge)
06. Evening (6:40)
06a. The Sun Set (Written-By – Michael Pinder)
06b. Twilight Time (Written-By – Ray Thomas)
07. The Night: Nights In White Satin (Written-By – Justin Hayward) 7:26
CD 2.
Alternate Versions & Outtakes
01. Tuesday Afternoon (Alternate Mix) (Written-By – Justin Hayward) 4:20
02. Dawn Is A Feeling (Alternate Version) (Written-By – Michael Pinder) 2:19
03. The Sun Set (Alternate Version Without Orchestra) (Written-By – Michael Pinder) 2:49
04. Twilight Time (Alternate Vocal Mix) (Written-By – Ray Thomas) 2:27
1967 Mono Single Masters
05. Nights In White Satin (Written-By – Justin Hayward) 4:25
06. Fly Me High (Written-By – Justin Hayward) 2:54
07. I Really Haven't Got The Time (Written-By – Michael Pinder) 3:07
08. Love And Beauty (Written-By – Michael Pinder) 2:24
09. Leave This Man Alone (Written-By – Justin Hayward) 2:59
10. Cities (Written-By – Justin Hayward) 2:23
1967 Studio Recordings
11. Long Summer Days (Written-By – Justin Hayward) 3:13
12. Please Think About It (Written-By – Michael Pinder) 3:40
BBC Radio Sessions
13. Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood (Written-By – Bennie Benjamin, Gloria Caldwell, Sol Marcus) 2:23
14. Love And Beauty (Written-By – Michael Pinder) 2:12
15. Leave This Man Alone (Written-By – Justin Hayward) 2:52
16. Peak Hour (Written-By – John Lodge) 3:22
17. Nights In White Satin (Written-By – Justin Hayward) 3:48
18. Fly Me High (Written-By – Justin Hayward) 2:45
19. Twilight Time (Written-By – Ray Thomas) 2:08
CD 1. MP3 @ 320 Size: 99,1 MB Flac Size: 259 MB
CD 2. MP3 @ 320 Size: 133 MB Flac Size: 256 MB
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