THE MOODY BLUES - NIGHTS IN WHITE SATIN | GOLDEN 60'S | FIRST TIME REACTION

[@soniasurija8880]

Band member Justin Hayward at age 19 wrote the song & the title of the song is reference when his then girlfriend gave him a gift of satin bedsheets. Brilliant song even after 55 years

[@chuckhutton5087]

Bros, you will be absolutely blown away by the album version from “Days of Future Passed”. “ Breathe deep the gathering gloom, watch lights fade from every room”. RIP drummer G. Edge.

[@jiffin1]

... and flautist R. Thomas ...

[@photo161]

...So unfortunate to cut off the ending as can be heard on the album. The song just seems totally incomplete without the full ending.

[@margaretchayka6878]

I don't think anyone has ever loved someone more than that singer does in this song.

[@RuthKing-wm9nw]

It never gets old even after 50 years.. it's always so powerful. How and why the song was written is such a great story. Shouldn't we all have someone to sing their love so deeply to us!

[@norahdenovan8658]

Oh my goodness, what a gem, I am in tears, back at home, dressing up, dreaming& dancing to this more than 50 yrs ago ❤

[@M00159]

So satisfying to see that you guys totally got it... recognized, absorbed and thoroughly enjoyed the greatness of this song... you got it! Bravo guys, bravo. Now listen to the extended version... live version. Guys, it’s a totally different song and deserves its own separate reaction. Just like when you did the 2 separate reaction videos to The Eagles and their song, Hotel California. You reacted to both the studio version and their live performance. You need to do the same thing with this song.

[@broaction5343]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@aileenturrietta7553]

@@broaction5343 We'd did!! You should do their "Legend of a Mind" video. The one in brown and white. It's truly amazing. Rock on guys.🎵🎵

[@rodb9275]

@@broaction5343 This guy is right. Please do the WHOLE song. Seriously. You won't regret it.

[@alanarakelian5021]

The definition of majestic. Not just a song but an event.

[@Katy_r]

I enjoyed this reaction! This song is so haunting. It feels like you are listening to your own soul.

[@j.jennings1722]

What a tragedy that you didn't listen to the complete version, including the lament. It is so much more powerful. There Is a saying among fans of this song, "If you didn't hear the gong, you haven't heard the song."

[@stephanieo2509]

Funny, I prefer just this version. For me, I like that if I'm listening to the whole album. For a first listen, I think it's best this way.

[@cynthiabustamante2884]

I agree!

[@bilcal]

Their collaboration with Peter Knight doing the orchestrations with the London Festival Orchestra was ground-breaking in popular music. The whole album 'Days of Future Passed' is well worth your time as it goes through a whole day song by song. (edit to add the name of the orchestra.)

[@margiemcpeak9304]

🎸💯 I've loved Moody Blues for 55 years‼🔥 You guys owe it to yourselves to listen to every bit of them you can get your hands on! Moody Blues is truly special‼🤯 ❤

[@TheCornishCockney]

You should see the live version at The Royal Albert Hall with full orchestra. Mind blowing.

[@flubblert]

This is the shorter version. There is a longer version complete with full orchestra and poem at the end. You have not really heard this until you've heard the full orchestral version.

[@dagmar.6954]

Agree! The longer version is great!

[@laurawatters914]

When I was a troubled teenager, this song I would listen to with my headphones laying on my bed, it was what would calm me down. The song would remind me I was loved no matter what. It's one of the most beautiful songs, love Moody Blues!! Fantastic reactions guys 👏👏👏👏👏😊🤘✌️💓

[@broaction5343]

Thanks! Rock On!

[@scottwallace6410]

You understand this angelic song got me through some tough times

[@luckylisa5496]

George, I watch a lot of music reaction videos and I can say w/o a doubt that there is NO ONE out there who "feels" the music the way you do - always, without fail. You feel it like I feel it. I love watching your reactions and facial expressions while listening. My Dude Patrick over there wants to be the singer lol :-) Love both of you Dudes, I never miss a video. Keep doing what you're doing!

[@Free-flyBE]

*(This poem is read at the ending long version of song): Breathe deep the gathering gloom, Watch lights fade from every room. Bedsitter people look back and lament Another day's useless energy is spent. Impassioned lovers wrestle as one; Lonely man cries for love and has none; New mother picks up and suckles her son; Senior citizens wish they were young. Cold-hearted orb that rules the night Removes the colours from our sight, Red is grey is yellow white But we decide which is right And which is an illusion

[@IllumeEltanin]

Don't forget Morning Glory, the spoken word which opens the album after the backwards gong, hinting at the cyclical nature of a day repeating itself. Or, my personal interpretation, of a lifetime with the possibility of reincarnation: Cold-hearted orb that rules the night Removes the colours from our sight, Red is grey and yellow white But we decide which is right And which is an illusion. Pinprick holes in a colourless sky Let insipid figures of light pass by. The mighty light of ten thousand suns Challenges infinity, and is soon gone. Night-time: to some, a brief interlude, To others the fear of solitude. Brave Helios, wake up your steeds! Brings the warmth the countryside needs

[@kishka7]

pensitive people

[@Star_R666]

It was written by the drummer, Graeme Edge, who recently passed.

[@Free-flyBE]

@@Star_R666 Oh wow; we are losing so many talented people now:(

[@Star_R666]

@@Free-flyBE It seems to be happening more and more. Meatloaf's death made me sad as it was preventable.

[@steveullrich7737]

You guys felt the same way we did when we first heard this back in 67, this is a most unforgettable song nothing like it before or after. It is probably their best. It has such a powerful effect the way they combined the fantastic orchestration, with their powerful vocals harmonies and wonderful lyrics. They have a lot more songs to hear.

[@tonyallen4265]

You have to listen to the long (studio) version now. It is even better!

[@kmde6128]

It’s a powerful song…no doubt about it! I’ve been listening to this song for a lloonngg time and still get full body goose bumps! Great review! They’re an amazingly talented band. ✌🏻

[@luckylisa5496]

Addition to my last post, you MUST watch the version which was done live with an entire orchestra! It's breathtakingly beautiful

[@juliehaley4697]

At the Royal Albert Hall. It's breathtaking ❤

[@buchholtzmathieu1810]

Wow, one of my ten favourite bands ever. I thought you'd already reacted to this bewitching masterpiece. It's their most emblematic track and one of the most iconic songs of the sixties. I bought the single in 1968 and never got fed up. So mesmerizing (voices, melody, symphonic orchestration, ) It was an awesome success in France (N°1°) after two minor hits such as "Go now" and "Bye bye bird". The single version has no symphonic intro nor outro. Love the sound of the mellotron played by Mike Pinder. There are several reissues of the LP in 2006, 2008 and 2017 (50th anniversary with outtakes, bonus, alternative and live versions), a huge treat. The song inspired Léo Ferré a fantastic French composer, lyricist and singer who recorded an outstanding song called "C'est extra!" which is a kind of tribute to Nights in white satin.

[@patricklemeur4607]

oui, pour Léo , j'ai adoré bye bye bird , mais quand J. Hayward est arrivé ,c'est l'apothéose , le Mellotron de M. Pinder , j'étais en Allemagne , un succès énorme !peut être mon grouppe préféré avec PROCOL HARUM !!salut! , ,

[@M00159]

Guys, now listen to the extended version. You will have a completely... completely different experience and reaction. Just listen to it.

[@theblackcat5416]

Bravo my friends ! The longer, album version is a must listen. Also, "I'm Just a Singer (in a Rock and Roll Band"), "Tuesday Morning", just too many amazing songs to name. Saw them live at Red Rocks Amphitheater with the Colorado Symphony Orchestra (a recorded concert)...right up there in my Top 5 concerts ! Keep going down this rabbit hole. You will be amazed ! ✌💖🌻🐝😷🎶

[@kennyoconnor1523]

Guys, my radio station would end to this song each night. Days when things had an end. No streaming, no digital, no instant access. Young people don't understand.

[@meliplay]

I so wish reactors did the whole version of this song it's even more emotional especially at the end with the guy who sounds like the guy on the thriller album. It's really special imo

[@elizabethrogers8306]

The guy at the end reading Graeme Edge's poem "Late Lament" is Keyboardist (mellotron) Mike Pinder. The performer reading in Thriller was Vincent Price.

[@dagmar.6954]

I grew up listening to this group & they are one of my favorites from the 60's - 80's. They have had so many hit songs. Love their mix of rock with classical music. They have a sound like no other band. The Moody Blues' most successful singles include "Go Now", "Nights in White Satin", "Tuesday Afternoon", "Ride My See-Saw", "I'm Just A Singer (In A Rock & Roll Band)", "Question", "Gemini Dream", "The Voice" & "Your Wildest Dreams". But all of their music is great. Most of their records are concept albums & meant to be listened to from start to finish. A lot of them go from one song into another without a complete break. Sadly we just lost Graeme Edge their drummer Nov 11/21.

[@THEBurg79]

We also lost Ray Thomas, their flautist just before they were inducted into the HOF. 2016 or 2017 I'd guess. My favorite band.

[@dannycasson1551]

Incredible song. Incredible band.

[@ericfountain4656]

"The story in your eyes" is my favorite Moody blues song. "Tuesday afternoon" is also great

[@Elizabeth-yp8re]

Great song. Tuesday Afternoon is good too😘

[@chrisholland6052]

Something you need to understand about the Moody Blues. They are one of the most talented bands ever to record. Between the different members, they can play 35 different instruments, which is why their studio versions have such a rich sound with all the various instruments, and why they need a full orchestra when they perform live.

[@seiraeiramasil2302]

The Moody Blues have their own style that's unlike any other. You should definitely explore as much of their music as you can, and that's a hell of a lot. I would recommend "Tuesday Afternoon" to be next, on second thought maybe you should check out their live version of "Nights In White Satin", they did it 20 years later and you won't believe how perfect they sound! This was a real treat, thank you!

[@peanutbutter35]

Must listen to live version! Justin the singer sounds exactly like he did yrs ago! I listened to the Live from a few yrs ago at royal albert hall concert!

[@Freimopp777]

Yo are right, he really does. The live version version is fantastic. What do think of Barclay James Harvest - Poor Man's Moody Blues live 1978 kzbin.info/www/bejne/nJrClolqe6yiZtE The song was written as a response to a music journalist from the magazine Sounds who referred to Barclay James Harvest as a “poor man’s Moody Blues”

[@helenatyeo6840]

The live version is incredible ...a must .

[@surlechapeau]

Bro's, you'll love their "I'm Just a Singer (In a Rock and Roll Band)", "Question", and "You're Wildest Dreams"

[@tinalinge2782]

Must listen to full version! Takes it to another level. 👍

[@xiurong888]

The entire album is amazing. My all-favorite. The Moody Blues was my favorite group when I was in college back in the early 70's. I am so glad I got to see them live..

[@daricetaylor737]

I was so blessed to have had the great opportunity to see the Moody Blues in concert in Reno Nevada back in 2008. It was a smaller venue and we had the absolute BEST seats....they never missed a beat. Justin Hayward's voice was just as clear as it was in their recording decades ago......it really was a moment in my life I will cherish forever!

[@waynesworld7804]

You lucky duck.

[@philpartynski3125]

Hidden gem alert!! Along with all of their other great popular songs, one that always stood out to me was “New Horizons”. Simple, soothing, emotional, beautiful! Please give it a listen! Keep up the good work! 😎🎶❤

[@lostinalostworld2290]

Dig that song! One of their best for sure.

[@Silverstreak1985]

Still spectacular all these years later!

[@M00159]

Finally! Finally... thank you for finally reacting to this classic 60’s rock song. Thank you!

[@M00159]

Probably your best reaction yet to a song. Or at least one of your best. Bravo, guys.

[@annemaclean6634]

Nights in White Satin, such a fantastic song by the fabulous Moody Blues. I remember it so well, it's from 1967, massive hit and played a lot on the radio - it's got such an amazing ambience about it, just unforgettable once you've heard it. It is so beautiful in my opinion, so powerful and I feel I've known it all my life! There is a longer version to this song which is wonderful, and I'm sure you would enjoy that, guys. Among other fab songs from the Moody Blues are Never Comes the Day, Go Now and The Dreamer. Great reaction, guys, many thanks, thoroughly enjoyed it.

[@alrodack4695]

Guys, you nailed the reaction and you didn't even hear the full version! As others have already commented - please listen to the full version and if possible the entire album. The album in 1967 is probably the first true "concept" rock album.

[@patricklemeur4607]

oui, le premier c'est vrai !! magnifique .

[@angier5775]

I was 10yo when this cam out. By the time I was in HS, proms were either themed this one, or Stairway to Heaven. What a time to grow up!! 💖

[@gazza8127]

Hi Guys, so glad you listened to their masterpiece. Yep, it's like nothing else you've ever heard before, absolutely divine and will stay with you forever. As I mentioned on the "Question" reaction, do yourself a big favor and watch the Hall of fame, live at the Albert Hall live version with full orchestra. It has the magnificent orchestral intro and outro taken from the original album recording. For future listening I recommend, "Tuesday Afternoon" , "Forever Autumn" , "Legend of a mind" & "Isn't life strange" Best wishes

[@azcactus2008]

I was wishing this was the long version with the poem at the end. I listen to this whole album so many times in a week. I usually fall asleep to it

[@laurakali6522]

The whole album is a masterpiece.

[@byronmitchell3784]

MOODY BLUES, "NIGHT'S IN WHITE SATIN". 1967 MONSTER HIT. ALL TIME TOP 30 SONG. THINK ABOUT GIVING THIS IN THE LONG VERSION A LISTEN TOO. MORE... "TUESDAY AFTERNOON", "I'M JUST A SINGER IN A ROCK AND ROLL BAND", " RIDE MY SEESAW"

[@aileenturrietta7553]

"Legend of a Mind" is one of my Favorites.

[@rinpocherags3169]

Hauntingly beautiful. So beautiful

[@aileenturrietta7553]

One of my favorite all time bands. I don't think Justin Hayward and John Lodge get the credit for their guitar work. The whole band honestly. Fifty years later it still touches me too guys. I'm still playing them!!!☮️☮️

[@elizabethrogers8306]

Justin Hayward has never been recognized for his extreme talent on the guitar. John Lodge was named as one of the top ten bass players of all time by Bass Magazine.

[@plother4242]

It's so nice to see you young people listen to and enjoy songs that I heard on the radio in the 60's and 70's. Loved the reaction. I'm subscribing and liking!

[@maureenwagg5305]

I have seen them live. The music really gives chills. Especially this song. I couldn't describe the feeling but you are feeling it right there in this reaction. You now know what chills are when listening to a classic.

[@kerrythorn8575]

It's a beautiful beautiful song. It just touches your soul.

[@M00159]

There is also the extended version which makes it a whole different song! Listen to the extended version some time and you will know what I’m talking about.

[@lorrainehall157]

Yes....at last, such a beautiful song 🎵 it moves you, stirs your emotions and touches your soul all at once.

[@miamidolphinsfan]

one of just a couple of songs that went to number 1(1967/68), and then 4 years later came back as number 1(1972)....legendary song

[@BROU-bb2uc]

This song hits the HEART.

[@DylansPen]

"Breath deep, the gathering gloom" Certainly listen to the complete version with the poem at the end at some point. This was on the air all the time as a kid I remember this and other Moody Blues songs playing. Incredible song.

[@journeyon1983]

What really made the Moody Blues music sound so unique was the use of the Mellotron.

[@TheMaRHarrison]

Days of Future Passed...masterpiece!

[@jonib5881]

Tuesday Afternoon… another beautiful song…

[@NoviJimB]

Always great to see someone appreciating truly great music. They were a unique band, nothing like anybody else, and wrote very diverse songs. Mike Pinder played the mellotron and really helped define their sound. The 'strings' you hear are him playing on the mellotron. It was an early version of a synthesizer. You'd set it to strings or horns or flute, etc., and each key would play a tape loop that had the note from that setting. Most of the guys in the band wrote songs, which is one of the reasons they had such a wide variety of styles in their songs. You need to delve deeper into their early stuff! As a recommendation, and staying away from what most others will probably recommend, try 'Gypsy', 'You And Me', 'Lazy Day', 'Twilight Time', 'The Best Way To Travel', 'Lovely To See You'. So many great songs.

[@helenatyeo6840]

This song always takes me to a different place a beautiful place .

[@anthonyblakely399]

Love The Moody Blues one of The gods of Rock n' Roll

[@sharonmuzik]

My CD changer in my car only holds 5 CDs. Moody Blues greatest hits is one of them! Thank you. More please. 'The Voice' is one of my favorites.

[@susanrichards7784]

I remember this song so well I was in my teens, the person I went out with at that times said this song always reminded him of me. Happy Days long ago

[@jodavey7709]

I find always great to listen to beautiful music without a video. You will love this (and the Moody Blues) for the rest of your life. It will never fail to make you emote. Like the music of Emerson Lake and Palmer (ELP). The Moody Blues are always so fabulous - the whole album "Days of Future Past" must be listened to in full: it's set over one day, with "Nights in White Satin" being the end of the day... a musical masterpiece. Looking at the comments I see that a lot of the people who appreciated the so much must be in their 60s, as this magnificent album came out in the early 70's. I still have it on vinyl today. ❤ Another artist' music which is similar in its beauty, Procol Harum's single, "A Whiter Shade of Pale"

[@debraadalupe2593]

Hello from Florida, keep coming back Lol. So glad you too loved this song as much as the rest of us. Love you guys.. stay safe!!!!!

[@cmccracken5976]

This song came out in 1967. One of my favorites when I was a kid

[@carollittle1059]

You guys hit gold with the Moody Blues. They are still performing today.

[@lynneedwards4538]

Sadly, only Justin Hayward and John Lodge are left now.

[@dannomikos6334]

the first time i suggested this song was 2 years ago when you guys first started your channel, i'm glad that you finally got to hear it.

[@pamelajohnson6199]

One of the greatest, iconic anthems of my youth...nice job guys~~❤️

[@mstewart109]

And if you don't have goosebumps by now I don't know what is wrong? I have heard this song for years and it still gives me chills . Such an amazing song and the instrumental is out of this world. As all of the Moody blues stuff is...one day you must-see them perform live video. You will get the total picture of The Moody Blues. George! You are 100% correct( having lived through the late 60s through the 70s as it unfolded ) I don't believe this music will ever be replicated In song writing story telling, singing and instrumentals all one pkg. And they wonder why we who knew filet mignon of music groan at the stuff they cal. Music now.

[@scotties.3414]

You really should see the video of them singing this song LIVE backed by a full symphony

[@skinsdan6831]

So glad you heard this absolutely beautiful classic, I did recommend a while back and thought you would not hear it but so glad you did.

[@dlmullins9054]

Oh man, sent chills down my spine. One of the best for sure. Thank you!

[@tinagriggs1004]

Absolutely a timeless and beautiful song. And I love getting to see your alls appreciation for it. ❤

[@themysteriousdomainmoviepalace]

It was the Love Generation!

[@debraadalupe2593]

Hello, just subscribed to your channel, LOVE you guys, and your reactions. This is my all time favorite song, told my family I want it played at my funeral, and defecated to all them. So glad you love it too. Stay safe over there. Hope that war doesn't come anywhere near you guys.

[@waynegray1380]

They're the last band I saw live, what a show!

[@brittahlander1043]

I have all their records, they are fantastic

[@trudywolfe2795]

Great song and I loved your reaction. You two are very smart. Thank you. ❤️❤️

[@elizagaiko9545]

“Tuesday Afternoon”-Moody Blues is another good one

[@johnniekight1879]

Saw them in '71. Awesome.

[@lisarainbow9703]

"The Story in Your Eyes" is another great Moody Blues song...

[@satorimystic]

Epic ... Classic ... Iconic ... a Masterpiece, indeed.

[@richardsmith5477]

Saw them a few times back in the day, you have to listen to "Ride my "Ride-Saw". If you go to a Moody Blues concert all their music (Well) it’s an experience like no other!!

[@rodb9275]

This song is a TOTAL experience. Glad you did it. I wish you had done the WHOLE song though. So few reactors do it. And I'm not alone. I swear in EVERY reaction to this song, I see commenters mentioning the "full version" I think you'd get a great reception to doing a 2nd reaction to the full version. Especially with how much you enjoyed this version.

[@cygnusx-1318]

I'm not afraid to say I think this is the most beautiful song I've heard. Not the most beautiful music, but song. The fearless and unembarrassed passion. Not cynical, just honest. You rarely hear this.

[@debraadalupe2593]

I LOVE your reaction to this song. For SO many people this song hold a special place in their hearts, especially MINE. I keep coming back to your reactions to it.can see you love it as much as the rest of us. And please, please, please react to hallelujah, and Mary did you know, by Pentatonix. If you loved THIS song, you will LOVE both of them.. you are both very handsome, by the way lol, and stay safe where you are.🥰🥰🥰

[@smudgersmithmale4085]

Without a doubt the best two reactors out there by a mile

[@MikeGarland22]

1967 guys. These guys were amazing!

[@lizmarch4000]

The body's physical reaction of chills to something beautiful or emotional like a song is called "frisson". Love how physical your reactions were. And yes George, this song comes over you in waves. Doesn't everything in life??!!!

[@Newfie-zc7ug]

So glad you picked the studio version in this case. Brilliant group.

[@colleenmonfross4283]

That's a classic, timeless.

[@Kevonutube303]

Great reaction Guys! I wish I could get the job where I or someone, would have to approve what versions of what songs are allowed to go on there. You have to listen to the album version, with the original ending..... Way back in the day, listened to this, and in fact ventured off into the clouds...... With a smile.

[@jupiterschilde]

I recommend giving a listen to "The Actor" or "The Story in Your Eyes" for more of Justin Hayward's beautiful voice.

[@ericanderson8886]

"Tuesday Afternoon" from the same album. The origins of prog rock here.

[@tlucas9798]

I think you would love Brian Ferry with David Gilmour “Is your love strong enough” ❤️

[@antisoviet6786]

This song represents the most productive era of modern music - the end of sixties and the beginning of the 70-ies. Belongs to same cathegory with: Whiter shade of pale - Procol Harum, It's five a clock, Rain and tears of Aphrodites Child, Sympathy - Rare Bird, Bridge over troubled Water, The sound of Silance, America - Simon & Garfunkel, Morning has broken, Father to son, the Wind, Lady D'Arbanville - Cat Stevens Feel flows, Warmth of the sun - Beach Boys Knockin on Heavens Door - Bob Dylan Walk on the wild side, Perfect Day - Lou Reed Riders of the Storm, Indian Summer - Doors The Weight - Band Imagine - John Lennon Albatross- Peter Green Baby i'm a want you, Everything I own, Diary, If, Aubrey, Hooked on you,Too much Love - Bread etc. etc.

[@normanaurand1820]

Great reaction as usual. Must do Tuesday Afternoon next please!

[@CatFiveTime]

Live at Redrocks (whole concert) is also a great performance. Keep up the great reactions!