A Tribute to Mike Pinder of The Moody Blues (1941-2024)

Join Pete Pardo for a tribute to the late Mike Pinder, founding keyboard player & vocalist for The Moody Blues, who passed away on April 24, 2024 at the age of 82. #mikepinder #moodyblues
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[@ingemarstenstrom2524]

I’ am a melancholy man this day.. R.IP. Mike Pinder!!😢❤…

[@frankgercas1392]

Me too.

[@raymondkizer1216]

Pinder was my favorite member of the band. His musical textures created an sonic atmosphere this group lost after he departed.

[@jasonshort1437]

TRUTH

[@stuartwigmore3738]

Mike certainly defined the Moody Blues soundscape during the classic years, and was the perfect player for them - amazing intelligence and sensitivity. The music evolved in the 80s and Patrick Moraz contributed hugely to that too - he's a great player without a doubt and also a very nice man, having met him. Though whether he was an over all good fit for the Moody Blues was debateable - I think Patrick himself would concede that he was pretty restricted in what he could do.

[@HerbertEichenlaub]

Moody Blues have been part of my life for over 60 years. Never get tired of their songs ever. Mike & Ray rest in peace. Watching & Waiting for a friend to play with ….

[@quaich14]

The Moody Blues. I listened to the Moody Blues when my friends were listening to Hendrix and Zeppelin. I loved them then and love them still. That ethereal rich complex spacey playing of Mike Pinder filled my soul. Thanks for this post kudos. RIP .Another of my music heroes leaves us a legacy of getting old 😕

[@peterm.fitzpatrick7735]

Mr. Pinder's keyboard mastery is thankfully recorded for us.

[@alfietomkins7829]

A very very sad day for music. Mike was a giant for Rock and Progressive Rock, may not have got the recognition he deserved, but is very well regarded by those in the know, a very important figure in Rock music, Mike's compositions and vocals were always a highlight on those classic Moodies albums, The band lost that ethereal feel after he left the band. We will miss you Mike, this one hurts x, thanks Pete for this lovely tribute

[@billmay7364]

I've always stated the MOODY BLUES were never the same without Ray Thomas and Mike Pinder . Those core 7 albums. Mike Pinder THE PROMISE is a great record. His influence is undeniable on Mellotron arrangements and Multi Instrumentalists. Rest Easy now Mike. ❤

[@PaulWhitcomb-ty6md]

Thanks. The Promise has been my favorite album ever since I first heard it in 1976. "Twelve vibrations long ago were the cause.., of me and mine and you and yours..." Mike is now Free as a Dove.

[@nectarinedreams7208]

King of the Mellotron. Absolute prog royalty. Music royalty! Probably the key contributor to the sound of classic Moody Blues.

[@mdelaubergine8930]

Thank you for this tribute to the estimable Mike Pinder. As a Moodies fan for many years, and as you have observed, no-one was more responsible for creating their classic sound than was Mike. The core-7 Moodies really worked as a band, all five giving all they could to creating a series of seven superb albums. As keyboardist, songwriter, arranger and vocalist with his rich baritone, Pinder was integral to the chemistry of the band. It went on to many fine accomplishments after his departure, but was never quite the same. Thereafter, he lived relatively quietly, raised a family and comported himself like the class act he always was, turning out 2 solo albums and an award-winning children's album, all consistent with his vision of peace and brotherhood and completely immune to passing fads or trends. He and the Moodies had a huge impact on young people like I was then and my admiration and affection for him and the band remain to this day. Godspeed to a fine musician and a stand-up guy.

[@davidschecter5247]

I got to correspond with Mike a few years ago. What a kind and gentle man, and his musical contributions set him apart from almost everybody in the contemporary music world. Such amazing sounds came out of the brilliant musician. Thanks for doing this lovely tribute to him. Another sad day for those of us who consider the Moodies to be one of the best rock bands of all-time.

[@warriorempathshealingfromn5625]

Thank you for posting your sincere tribute. Without Mike Pinder, I don't think the Moodies would have had the success they had during the core 7 era. We lost a powerhouse.

[@patriottex4813]

Only John Lodge and Justin Hayward are left. 😢 RIP Mike Pinder your music has made a great impression on my musical soul.

[@chrisnolan5607]

The Blue Jays. 1974

[@robertthompson9574]

DON'T FORGET GRAHAM EDGE!!!!!

[@patriottex4813]

@@robertthompson9574 Graham has passed away too I believe.

[@independenceltd.]

"When the sun goes down And the clouds all frown Night has begun for the sunset..." RIP Mike

[@virginiamiller9765]

So loving of our Genius.

[@lostinalostworld2290]

Thank you for posting this tribute. It's very sad indeed. I had the pleasure of meeting Mike a few times. One of my real musical heroes. RIP Mike, with the knowledge that you made the world a better and more beautiful place! You will be greatly missed.

[@Mr3Submarine]

Thank you Pete for the great tribute to Mike Pinder. He will be so greatly missed. All five members of the original “Go Now” Moody Blues are now gone. I implore all Moody Blues fans who do NOT have the Moody Blues’ 1965 debut album, “The Magnificent Moodies,” to please pick it up. It’s a 50-50 combination of R&B originals and cover tunes, the music is great fun, and the band’s musicianship is awesome. Let’s all raise a toast to Denny Laine, Clint Warwick, Mike Pinder, Ray Thomas and Graeme Edge, the original Moody Blues. Rock on in heaven you guys. ❤️

[@keithjones7390]

A musician who provided so much pleasure for fans as a member of one of the greatest bands ever. R.I.P. Mike.

[@claptonhousecat8092]

Thank you. A great musician has passed over. This band changed…no, saved my life.

[@adriant5357]

For what it's worth, you are not alone in that. Collectively and individually the Moodies gave us a glimpse of how life could and should be. So sad it couldn't last. Nothing changes ...

[@timothyberglund2528]

I communicated with Michael pinder on messenger for about a year and he's a wonderful human being. It'll be greatly missed. His wife didn't treat him well. Is really sad how that turned out. God bless, Michael Pender rest in peace my brother

[@crickkett7510]

What??

[@jasonshort1437]

This one hurts deep. Big part of why I love the Moodies. RIP and much respect Michael.

[@robertlamkin6464]

Yeah, it does. I felt a loss with the deaths of Ray and Graeme, too. They were a big part of my young life.

[@jasonshort1437]

@@robertlamkin6464 Absolutely. The Moodies got me through a lot of stuff - and for that, they will always have my love and respect.

[@rook_wood]

‘When You’re A Free Man’. Thanks Mike for that great song and so many others

[@rogerthomas169]

Out and In... Have You Heard...I could listen to these all night...but then again I could listen to any MB music all night.

[@rook_wood]

@@rogerthomas169 Yes, fab songs. Awesome voice and mellotron

[@robertlamkin6464]

Thanks for giving Mike love. As a young lad I heard SEVENTH SOJOURN and thought: ‘Wow, how can something sound so wonderful? That was that entire classic period, and it was Mike who was central to that great run. The Moody Blues mean a lot to me.

[@georgecarini345]

I love “One Step into the Light” from Octave. Thanks for all the incredible music. Goodby and RIP Mike

[@chrisnolan5607]

That is my favorite Mike Pinder song as well. An incredible and spiritual swan song....

[@Leo-ci9kc]

Thanks Pete for this tribute. As a big Moodies fan, i always felt Justin was the heart of the band but Mike was the soul of the band and they were never the same without him. RIP

[@stuartwigmore3738]

What a lovely tribute to a groundbreaking musician. Thank you Pete. RIP Mike

[@grahamcole1539]

Thank you for this tribute Pete. The Moody Blues are an important band for me and those classic albums still played. Many of Mike`s songs stand out for me, the Spirituality, words, magical soundscapes and the ethereal Mellotron. You gotta make the journey Out and In....

[@ventonthorn3455]

When I was in high school (a looong time ago) The Moody Blues were one of my absolute favorite bands. On The Threshold Of A Dream is still one of my favorite albums of all time.

[@rasmur1]

I've always love Mike Pinder's album, The Promise. RIP.

[@joebloggs8636]

Same here ,got it when it came out,still have it and still play It.

[@rasmur1]

@@joebloggs8636 I got it when it came out too, when I was a teenager.

[@constantius4654]

'Melancholy Man' played quite a large part in getting me through my 1970's teenage and just a few weeks ago my son who is reading classics at university singled out the song as special to him. Another classic.The Moody Blues were always and remain my most beloved band. Love from England.

[@mikefields3089]

Their music has been such a great part of my life for more than 50 years. Rest in peace and thank you for all the incredible music.

[@delby66]

Very sad to hear of the passing of Michael Pinder. One of the great keyboardists of all time. Thank-you so much Pete for this great tribute to Mike.

[@DonHornsby]

Thanks for this! Mike was a massive part of the Moodies sound. He will be missed.

[@MrHolzheim]

Say "hello" to Ray for us all, and many thanks for the brilliant music. "requiescat in pace"

[@billstreett1939]

Loved his voice on "Have you Heard" and so many others. He had a great voice that was a good counterpoint to Justin Hayward.

[@garyjoyce2160]

RIP. Pete. Nice job tribute 👍💯

[@mikereiss4216]

Pete's still alive. ;)

[@crazymanmichael100]

Thank you Pete for that fitting tribute, a sad loss, his contribution to The Moodies was immense. Time to listen to those classic albums.

[@peterb846]

The backbone of the Moody Blues is gone. He gave up superstardom to be with his family. In fact, his kids didn't even know he used to be a rock star until someone at school told them. He pulled out all the gold records and other memorabilia out of his closet and shared his experiences with them. RIP Mike and thanks for the treasures you left us. " Now you know that you are real, scatter good seed in the field ".

[@transparent6748]

Aw just heard rip mike,,one day I hope we’ll be in perfect harmony a planet with one mind 😢🎵

[@billyz5088]

R.I.P. to the late, great Mike Pinder - the undisputed Master of the Mellotron ..

[@grahamjones7328]

A sad day! I’ve spent so much of my life listening to the Moodies.

[@danielfuentes3226]

Mike Pinder is a legend with The Moody Blues,he will live in our heart and soul.

[@chetthebee1322]

My favorite member of the Moody Blues. I always liked the songs he sang the best.

[@tylerpatterson4787]

RIP Mike, thank you Pete for the tribute

[@shaunogle530]

Pinders Lost in a lost world - one of my favourite songs from the enduring classic Seventh Sojourn. Melancholy Man from Question of Balance is another exceptional track. Mike Mellotron Pinder is a giant among musicians. RIP.

[@williamhopper6602]

He wrote music and words like a Prophet. Love his music.

[@michaelstewart9188]

The spirit and heart of the Moodies RIP Mike

[@OctaveMT]

Pete thanks for the tribute to Mike ... Mike created that sound of The Moody Blues, The Mellotron playing as a background to Justins 12 string guitars, there is only one sound like it which complimented the songs and the melodies, As a Moodies Fan I must agree that when Mike left the band along with Mike the soul left the Band, Mike gave the band that original sound and I loved his songwriting, the days of my youth and the days of my life ... Mike and the Moodies will be forever in my soul ... God Bless and RIP

[@sososo2445]

Mike was talented all the way around - writing, singing and playing. He had a great voice on all the songs he wrote and sang. He really set the mood of the Moodies.

[@Gretny]

Thanks for the music you gave us and the gift you shared ! (RIP)

[@glenfinston704]

Thank you so much Pete this helps! Listening to Moodies all day here

[@stevenscharmer1765]

Thanks Pete! In addition to his trailblazing keyboards, I want to draw attention to 2 things. His wonderful lyrics, and his rich voice. Whether it was singing his own songs or reciting Edge's poems, his voice was so deep and dramatic, yet peaceful. A treasure of a person, his positivity and warmth will reverberate forever...

[@johnnycashlives316]

One of the best bands ever.

[@tennislover5763]

I just heard and I had to come to KZbin to see if anyone is doing a tribute to him. He was an amazing musician and gave so much to the sound of The Moody Blues of the 60s. For it not for his Mellotron, the Moodies would have never sounded so good. Thanks for remembering him and sharing this video here for all Moody fans. A true loss.

[@clevebaker8399]

A master of songwriting and musicianship!! He’s always a hero at our house! RIP

[@ronniefarnsworth6465]

Mike was a Huge part of The Moody Blues and their sound and truly put "The Mellotron" on the map to help Classic Prog to develop to what it became and for future bands like King Crimson/ Genesis/ Yes and many other expand their musical tapestry with that great Keyboard sound ! 👍🎶🎹🎼✌ Mike will be missed RIP 🙏

[@eltronics]

Such a progressive band and member. It's inevitable musicians of this age group will move on to the afterlife. Sad as it is, we still have, and will continue to enjoy their compositions. RIP Mike.

[@leonmarkrodziewicz279]

It's always sad when we lose one of these great musicians, but he's left an incredible legacy which w can all enjoy forever.

[@marshallholman52]

All that great mellotron on In search of the lost chord. Loved it. Master of the Mellotron!

[@RobTomp]

Really nice tribute to Mike Pinder. The Moody Blues were and still are one of my all time favorite groups. And Mike Pinder was a very important member of the group in many different ways.

[@mick3950]

God bless and thanks for all the great music ,

[@orno8906]

Dickie Betts and now Mike Pinder, two very different musicians, but still the soundtrack of my youth. got to see the Moody Blues touring in late 70’s. His music is a wonderful gift.

[@ericporter344]

Nice tribute Pete

[@frankgercas1392]

He was a great song writer, composer,and musician. His music lives on spanning generations and is timeless.

[@porico51]

Mike is what made the Moody Blues unique back in the 60s and 70’s and first drew me to their great music. They were different from all other bands at the time and I’ve enjoyed them for almost 60 years. RIP talented man

[@valhallacoldwind3362]

Thanks for your tribute to Mike Pinder. A wonderful ethereal musician, writer, vocalist & incredibly influential with his orchestral embellishments with that Mellotron & other instruments. The songs I listen to the most are both Pinder's & Ray Thomas, the veteran cosmic duo. I really like the other songs in certain places also, Justin Hayward is magical & John Lodge wrote some classics. All those spiritual & rather positive compositions are what made the Moodies in so many ways. Also those spoken word narrations that Graeme Edge penned, wonderful indeed. We have to make that journey, out & in. RIP. Mike. Cheers.

[@luciusblackwood2640]

I was just listening to the Have you Heard suite today and I had no idea. So sorry to hear this. One of the great rock bands of all time.

[@johnmichaelwilliams6694]

Had to take a few minutes to be sure to see your tribute to the innovative Mike Pender and his contribution to the Moody Blues. Great tribute, Pete. As always, you captured the essence of what he meant to his bandmates and to all of us who enjoy or have enjoyed the music he helped create. Hoping he has found the peace so richly deserved. Thanks again, Pete.

[@davidduxbury7530]

Thank you Pete for this excellent tribute to a man who changed the direction of the magnificent Moody Blues, apologies for the late thank's to your excellent tibute, many thank's!!!🌠R.I.P...Mike Pinder🌠

[@rogertemple7193]

Another legend of Rock and Roll gone but never will be forgotten none of them will thanks Pete. 🇬🇧🎹🎹🎹🎹🇬🇧

[@MaryScharmer-jc1sc]

The moody blues! My favorite band since I first heard story in your eyes on the radio when I was 15. I’ve seen them over 30 times, unfortunately Mike Pinder had left the band by then. I loved his solo album, the promise, will have to give that a listen again. I met him and his wife at a bookstore in San Jose California 25 years ago. Such a soulful guy. I had kept hoping that he would do a concert tour with the Moodies, but it never happened. Well, not in this life, but probably will be a fabulous reunion tour in the next world! But that will have to wait for Justin and John, nice we still have them here with us. I just sent simple game from KZbin to my family and friends in honor of Mike Pinder💕

[@stevenscharmer1765]

Great tribute, Mary! I hadn't heard Simple Game in quite a while, another great one of his. 💕

[@Fresh-tw7ev]

4-24-24 Mike would’ve found some cosmic connection to this date. One of my heroes and the reason I loved listening to Mellotron-laced music. Great tribute so thanks for doing it.

[@sciwiz57]

So many great songs- my favorites from TOCCC “Sun is Still Shining” and “Out and in”

[@signal12hvac]

ive been a ultra hardcore Moodies fan since i was 10 years old back in 1968. its so sad losing them to time. RIP Mike! im sure Ray and Graeme have a mellotron waiting for you!

[@jeffreyrobinson9120]

Very nice tribute. Mike`s music with the Moodies always brings up lots of fond memories from back in the day.

[@Nazz1967]

Love 'In search of the lost chord " . RIP mate .

[@WalterSobchak1000]

A genius on the Mellotron

[@joebloggs8636]

Mike Pinder with his contributions of the great "Classic 7 albums" were the best . RIP Mr Pinder...

[@grafixwv5125]

We all live on the Little Blue Ball. Loved that dude so much.

[@2visiondigital]

Terrific job, well communicated. Thank you.

[@kamranmalik8546]

R.I.P. Mike Pinder I rank him up there with the other keyboardists in rock ‘n’ roll. I loved his Late Lament poem.

[@1cultural]

He also did the spoken recitations for the beginning and ending of days of future past. Breathe deep the gathering gloom. Cold-hearted orb that rules the night.

[@paulaswanson13]

One of my favorite groups- even way back to their early stuff. Their music has been a key part of my life. Thank you for this tribute.

[@debpoarch6691]

Just now heard about his death. I've been a big MB fan since I was 14. I'm 69. Mike was the reason for my love of the MB. I was not as in love with the MB music after he left. It was all about his music for me. I am very sad. Thank you for this tribute. My heart goes out to his family.

[@williamgeorgefraser]

Mike worked for Streetly Electronics, the company that made the mellotron.

[@PaulWhitcomb-ty6md]

I can not overemphasize how much of an impact Michael Pinder has had on me, musically, and especially, spiritually. Every Dec 27 I remembered him. He is the only musician I cared about enough to do this. His 1976 album, The Promise, has been my favorite album of all time since I first listened to it in that year, and remains, to this day. It is the only album on my wall at home. I think many of these commentators miss the point of Mike's music. He had a Message for us. Listen to the song Lost in a Lost World, off of the album Seventh Sojourn, or One Step Into the Light, from Octave, and you will see that you are in the middle of a blessing. I do not listen to rock n roll anymore (I am 66), and Michael is one of only a handful of musicians who have followed me from that genre onto my present path. I wish him well in his future awarenesses and endeavours.

[@vincentricciardi6293]

A wonderful musician/siinger, musical arranger, song writer and, most importantly, modern day spiritual mystic.

[@jeffwambold1196]

nice tribute...yeah his sound was the heart of the band TY

[@written12]

Thinking is the Best Way to Travel is such a great song to hear Pindar’s mellotron. That song comes immediately to mind but there are so many songs that he graced.

[@virginiamiller9765]

Lux Aeterna Michael Pinder. May the light of God shine upon your face, sweet Man of the Melotron. May angels escort you to the Heavenly Realm, and i hope with all my heart, and understanding of such that there is a Musical Mansion, and Graeme is there, banging away at his drums, laughing and quipstering to cheer you on. Gardens of butterflies, hummingbirds, and playful squirrels to you, alwys Mr Mike. I so enjoyed your input during the quiet times.

[@747jono]

Sad loss R.I.P Mike 😢😢😢😢

[@gavaxemanspins]

That’s sad news 😢- didn’t get any coverage here in the U.K. that I saw - I love the Moodies - very underrated band from my neck of the U.K. - thanks for covering Pete

[@timdoggart6787]

Loved his voice as well as his keyboard work with the Moodies

[@johnlewis1640]

My favorite member of one of my favorite groups, created music that was unrelentingly positive and soulful. We will miss you Mike.Didnt realize that he suffered from Dementia.

[@robertharvey2604]

As always a very heartfelt and thoughtful tribute.

[@jimfritz2087]

When we saw them in 1968 ( the In search of the lost chord tour) , the Mellotron broke down and they ran some crazy 1940s cartoons til it was fixed . It was Rotary Connection ( with Minnie Riperton) , the Charles Lloyd Jazz Quartet ( with Keith Jarrett) and the Moody Blues . Those line ups back then were pretty amazing .

[@shaunogle530]

Great story. Lucky you to see such epic musicians.

[@jimfritz2087]

​3 other line ups we saw way back when. The Muddy Waters Band/ The Byrds ( with Clarence White) and F. Mac ( Peter Green , Danny Kirwan + Jeremy Spencer ) New Year's Eve 1968-69. Jethro Tull / Led Zep ( their 1st tours)/ Vanilla Fudge. And Joe Cocker + Grease Band/ Buddy Rich Orchestra / The WHO (1st Tommy tour , May 1969. All at the same venue. @@shaunogle530

[@cjay2]

I was there that night. I remember the breakdown. Wow.

[@brianblommer7248]

Thank you for your tribute!

[@debpoarch6691]

Very nice tribute. Thank you.

[@logancollins7097]

Great tribute as always Pete may Mike RIP

[@valentinspasov8024]

R.I.P. Mike Pinder ! It was somewhere in the late sixties that I met my brother walking along the street with a vinyl LP in hand , a piece of the rim simply missing .. It happened to be Days Of Future Passed .. less Dawn is a Feeling . And since that time The Moodies grabbed my mind and heart and never let me go even a stride away ! Why ?! Fellow fans of these magicians , please simply listen to the last chords and verses of Pinder`s My Song .. Then you`ll be answered !

[@thedarkwizardroom]

Yea I saw someone on their channel on his passing. So Yea such great keyboards mellotron and singing writing with The Moody Blues and solo career and artists he lent his talent to as well. Will miss Mike Pinder thanks for the memories, RIP and thanks to a tribute Pete.

[@aldebaran4154]

R. I. P. Mike Pinder, mellotron master. He's on his journey out and in.