Moody Blues - Are You Sitting Comfortably (1970)

Here's another clip from The Lost Performance - Live At Taverne De L'olympia, Paris 1970. The band really sings this song. No Lip sync. and this issue was resolved by Mike Pinder a few years ago. The vocals and flute are live. The rest is backing track which is why there is sometimes a double flute. Pinder is sitting at an organ and obviously not a Mellotron. this info was pass on by hostroute.

[@a.c.helios4953]

I can only hope Ray Thomas knew how much his contribution meant to the band’s fans. He wrote some of the very most hauntingly beautiful and engaging songs. This was one of them.

[@jewelhome1]

His wind instruments and Mike’s Mellotron set them apart from almost every other band. And Justin’s amazing voice. Al of them.

[@michaelparanormal]

Most underrated band in history and should be remembered for a long time!

[@cosmo1eleven855]

Former producer for the Beatles George Martin said the Moody Blues were "criminally underrated."

[@rogerthomas169]

Timeless

[@thetruthfornow6045]

Is this the live plus five version?

[@valuecalc]

@@thetruthfornow6045 , great question! Either way, I want that classic twin-pack album like crazy!

[@mustangmikep51]

their music will NEVER be forgotten....it deals with the eternal principles of LIFE and LOVE..which we are all made of....

[@plumbdumb74]

I remember being introduced to their music. My friends laid me on the floor, put a speaker on each side of my head, said, "You won't believe this", and proceeded to play their 3 existing albums. It was quite a journey. For a while The Beatles didn't exist, Zeppelin didn't exist, nor did anyone else exist. I was hooked. I've seen them 5 times and I believe that I'm better off for having listened to their music and especially their lyrics and also for learning to play their music on guitar.

[@thadstudebaker3370]

Hoping you see this... What era did you see them? I’ve seen them several times after the release of The Other Side of Life. Wish I had seen them during the years before the break in the 70s.

[@GSGSongs]

I was there also, it was intellectual music

[@donnahathaway4364]

You had excellent friends! 🙂

[@nancynewman1465]

Best way to listen to music I reckon lying down speakers near ❤

[@itsjustmeMike527]

@@nancynewman1465 That was good. Headphones are better. Thanks.

[@lucripet]

One of their best songs...in my humble opinion. Go back to 1969 and sit with me in a room in a one horse town in TX. with nothing but thoughts and loneliness No drugs..not alcohol or ones of the earth and when you..like me today listen again...want to escape....do...just do...in your mind..because that is all we are allowed.

[@davidnord5651]

The Moody Blues were and are the BEST band EVER.

[@mustangmikep51]

correct mate!

[@roserandle6392]

I remember my husband and I watching this on our local PBS station. Wonderful performance from the most wonderful band ever! performance

[@brianstewart8705]

It doesn't get much better than this. Extraordinarily beautiful.

[@GodsUnrulyFriends]

We are fortunate to live in an age where this music exists.

[@DawoudKringle]

There is nothing to compare to the music of the Moody Blues.

[@doloresm7396]

I always knew Justin Hayward was good looking, I just didn't know how gorgeous a man could be. Probably the prettiest man I have ever laid my eyes on. Glad I got to see this band live at the Mann Music Center on a warm summer evening in Philadelphia. I didn't realize Mike Pinder is still alive so I think as of today Hayward, Lodge & Pinder are still alive.

[@Thundergod-]

This takes me to another world. Most of their songs are other worldly and mystical. Sheer genius....

[@BarbaraNowakowska-ys4jg]

Kocham też The Moody Blues, unosi mnie do do innego wymiaru przestrzeni, nad Ziemię ,w mistykę, inny poziom świadomości i duchowości. Ci bardzo wrażliwi twórcy są geniuszami.

[@capismama2922]

Best concert I ever went to was a Moodies concert. I detest crowds...I had SEVERE panic attacks in the day...but having Justin Hayward sing to me....no panic; no stress...the man is, indeed, a magician, with magical lyrics; magical voice.

[@issy7023]

All these years later they still amaze me! Justin's voice is so incredible.

[@oshonow1]

This is a most amazing group of awesome musicians. No other band has really been so deep, from the heart, so mystical.....an incredible companion on this journey to nowhere. So many nights I would listen and continue to discover meaning and spiritual truths from their music. I will always appreciate the Moody Blues and their contribution to rock and roll.

[@ChipMarine]

The most under rated group in history!

[@manluvsthe60s]

I agree with you. My God their music just takes you places....emotions run through me everytime i hear their music.... way ahead of their time

[@cosmo1eleven855]

@@manluvsthe60s >>> That's why they came out with albums with names like "To our Childrens Childrens Children." Forward thinking chaps.

[@joemachunda]

They are only underrated by those who really dont listen to their music. They are the best

[@cameronmccreary4758]

They came from the area of Great Britain where the "real" crop circles appear yearly, Swindon and Wiltshire. Mike Pinder lives in my area Roseville, CA.

[@bobbycox9541]

So true. I’ve always been a fan but these days looking back they were amazing! NO ONE in these days and time is or even could produce such quality thought out music in their 20’s. They were just kids!

[@Sont256]

Are you sitting comfortably? Then they’ll begin……to transport you to a world of tranquility, calming seas and pure harmonic serenity.

[@josejoaoramirodafonseca6350]

The Moody Blues are not a Band. They are THE BAND !

[@blairsterling6141]

Moody Blues must be ranked in the top 5,,,,if not top 3 rock groups of all time.....1. Moody Blues...2. Led Zeppelin...3. Beatles... Moody Blues blow the listener away....their music is unmatched !!!! ❤ 🎵🎼🎶

[@TeresaDonoghue]

I am so eternally happy that I heard my first Moodies song at 16. Blessed to be still listening to the most important & talented musicians ever. XXXX

[@tracymcdonald1209]

This song gives me chills, so beautiful

[@bkswanson2461]

talented doesn't even begin to describe this band!!! my fav band of all time since I saw them 1st time 1971. packed arena. Never forget the sound of their 1st note!! I looked around everyone was transfixed. we all felt that energy, we were one at that moment. It's an experience that I love every time I get a chance to see them. Moving & cathartic!!

[@smokiebird06]

I heard him sing live 35 years after this was recorded, and his voice has hardly changed a bit. What an incredibly perfect group.

[@Weissmenchland]

I can't enough of this band. They are original, poetic and thoroughly brilliant.

[@jmeyer4321]

75 years old here and have been a Moody enthusiast for all my adult life. Seen the Moodies twice in Michigan, once at a casino not far from here -

[@cynthiasmith4130]

The best group, EVER!!!!!!💙💙💙💙💙... The most soothing group of our time!!! No one come's close, ever!!!!! ❤❤❤❤......

[@cynthiasmith4130]

They are magical, mystical and beautiful!!!!! Justin's voice is just stunning, so lovely, it make's you want to close your eye's and dream...... ❤️❤️❤️❤️🌹🌹🌹🌹......

[@susanreeves6629]

Listening to this right now..tears rolling down my face..Im 50 years back in time. Their music has been with me through all of lifes adventures, Ive never been without it. Thank you MBs❤️💜🩷

[@scottrobinson8231]

The moodies saved my life.. Love this song!!!

[@joeo3808]

Such a gorgeous song. Full of wonderful.

[@gailmorris6302]

The Moodies never fail to humble me ,the lyrics and beautifully played music.

[@carlatamanczyk3891]

Always the greatest. Been listening to the Moodies since they began.

[@jasonlarson9272]

I love the moody blues and have my whole life i was born on 1977. I bought this whole performance on dvd years ago and have watched it countless times live from paris i love this whole thing my favorite

[@jimlourie7078]

One of the greatest groups ever , true genius, beautiful and timeless , saw them 3 times and I would love to see them again!

[@swampamazon]

jim lourie YES!!! I LOVE THE MOODY BLUES!!!!!!! GREATEST EVER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@mustangmikep51]

you won't ever see the original group anymore...but you may catch Justin or Lodge on 1 of their solo tours

[@AnotherWisenedOne]

First time I saw them live was at the Hollywood Bowl on October 10th, 1996 with my gal pal Kristin. It was her birthday, and mine was the next day. No warm up band, just the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra doing a 20 minute or so medley of MB songs. When they were done, the whole place was on its feet applauding and whooping it up, whistling, etc for several minutes. The HBO members were flabbergasted at such a response, looking at each other in amazement at the effect they had created! They were obviously not used to crowd reactions like that, or so it seemed. We were close enough that you could see the expressions on their faces as they looked around and some nodded their head as they smiled. Pure freakin' MAGIC!! Then the Moodies came out and launched into their gig and brought the place down again. What a night that was, I'll never forget it. I saw them two more times, once again at the HB and then at the Universal Amphitheater in Universal City. If there was only one band that I could ever hear for the rest of my life, it would definitely be The Moody Blues, because they perform such a wide variety of music. They are one of the few bands that no one has covered any of their songs. Wonder why that is?? Randy

[@jamesedwards2237]

Moody Bluegrass does a pretty good job of covering their songs!

[@joemachunda]

They are too unique and nobody sings like Justin

[@hellokittyx7]

I played the flute in my high school marching band, and I love Ray's black flute... One of the many reasons I love this band... And Justin Hayward is such a beautiful man! ;)

[@johnhammond3994]

I was lucky to see Justin Hayward last night in Cambridge UK corn exchange. A small venue and I could not believe I was 4th row centre. He played this song and it is still in my head. He still plays and sings beautifully at 72 years of age. The best concert I have ever seen and I have seen hundreds!!!!

[@BLUESMANRONCHICAGO]

what an awesome band, the harmonies between justin, ray and john are unreal, justin's voice one of the smoothest ever, this song being just one example, ray is a great flute player..............

[@CAMPFIRESKY]

How I wish I could have been there to see them perform these wonderful songs live. They are the soundtrack of my life over the past 50 + years..... So glad that I got to see them live eventually, but only twice.

[@Stroudtucson]

Justin's voice is absolutely magnificent. I grew up listening to it and it still makes me shake my head in wonder. How much talent can one guy have and how much talent can one band have? These guys deserve every accolade they have gotten and much more.

[@doloresm7396]

Wow! One of my favorites by the Moodies. They are so young in this video.

[@Halo101st]

Just sit back, close your eyes and let them take you on a journey in your mind. Their soft blend of sound and story takes you on such a relaxing natural high. This is one of the all time greatest groups with one of the most unique sounds, a true treasure to those of us from that era.

[@davidward3122]

Mrs ward here. still love the moody blues after all my years so infatuated with them . they are truly wonderful

[@TheSierrawoman]

Saw the "moody Blues" at Red Rocks amphitheater outside of Denver back in 1969.... What a show! This song is so beautiful and holds the test of time.....life was a little more simple then....and the acid was good too!

[@davidward3122]

sometimes everyone needs some moody blues to lift your day a bit

[@ICECHICK5]

When I feel down or under pressure all it takes is a song like this get me back to normal.LOVE YOU GUYS!!!!

[@michaelgran100]

I've been a huge Moody Blues fan since the late 60s. This song (particularly the recorded version) highlights how, in my opinion, Justin Hayward had the most beautiful male voice ever in the history of pop/rock music. It's good to see that even now, there are so many of you out there who still understand and appreciate how incredible this music was, and sad to think that it's like will never again be created.

[@lindafray1398]

they need to get the Kennedy Center Honors! I agree with you totally? When I met him I told him thank you and just what you said about his voice! thanks for posting❤

[@lindafray1398]

Totally!❤

[@itdoesntmatter56789]

Camelot! Merlin! What a wonderful mythic musical fantasy trip this was back in the day. It could be still if we just let Merlin cast his spell and get back to what is real and not "show".

[@BLUESMANRONCHICAGO]

There is something about Justin Hayward's voice that makes you wish you could sing like him

[@gabriv1995]

+Ron Beretta Justin Hayward's one of those unique talents...

[@silverfox4743]

"something"?, LOL!!>>how about "everything"!!, >>>don't forget to watch "This Is Your Life, Justin Hayward."

[@victorcrocco701]

he is right there with Freddie Mercury and Paul McCartney these are the three best vocalists along with Ella Fitzgerald.

[@paljansen1824]

Just saw him tonight in Florida His voice sounded rich and amazing still .

[@chrstphr8]

yeah, he was pretty good singer.

[@glorioskiola]

Justin Hayward is such a master singer/songwriter and guitarist. Love this song.

[@MinnesotaNice64]

Thank you Cigargurl, and yes, Justin was 'Yummy' back then, and a very handsome older man too! What a SEXY voice. I could go to sleep and wake up listening to him and be very happy the rest of my life

[@billyyank1163]

Rest in Peace, Ray Thomas.

[@doloresm7396]

And now Graeme Edge who moved and died in Florida. I think the only two who are left are Hayward and Lodge. Sad, such talent but we will always have their music. Share their music with your Children's, Children's, Children.

[@darrellhambley7245]

What a way to chill. Hearing this was better than the hundred times I played my vinyl.

[@arichison]

That wonderful melotron and Justin's incredible vocal! Incredible. Thank you for posting. So good.

[@telsport]

I will add to that rather flat comment below..from 4 years back, that justin's vocal well controlled improvising on the studio version really make it truly special....at least for me.

[@bennyjazzful]

GOD---How great are they???????????????? From a mad keen 75yo Aussie fan.

[@4i3ki12ch1ins]

And here They are... The Moody Blues... still playing and singing stronger then ever, and the many songs that remain! Wonderful! Always Legend of a Mind!

[@Halo101st]

This is what poetry and imagination sound like when combined with with music and musical talent. If for only a brief few moments, man and musical instrument create such a harmony as to reach inside you and transport you to a peaceful place where a smile is commonplace.

[@zzubuzz]

I listen to headphones when I ride my bicycle constantly and I ride nearly everyday 365 days a year, and the Moody Blues is like a soundtrack to my riding. I especially dig night time riding with lights of course, I feel like I'm in a space ship with them...escaping all the worldly troubles which are constant for most all adults. If it was not for the bike and the Moody Blues I think I"d be a pathetic waste.

[@robertacolarette1594]

Someone always had to introduce you to their music back then. Once you were you were hooked. I bought all their albums after that. The artwork on the covers alone was intriguing enough. Then when you see how many instruments these guys play individually you think “No Wonder”. This is the most original and pioneering Prog Rock ever.

[@cindymew600]

When my Mom was in hospital near death my brother and best friend showed up with gutairs and sang this sweet song still makes me cry 40 years later always Justin gets life admire his mind

[@mscottbice]

While everyone lauds Justin Hayward for his singing and songwriting, I have really grown to appreciate his guitar playing. I wore out the Live +5 album when I first got it 35 years ago, but didn't appreciate the guitar work on this song particularly until I listened to it with headphones. It is amazing and he is a truly underrated guitar virtuoso. If you don't believe me, look up legendary producer Tony Visconti's comments on his guitar work.

[@tommanley2924]

Amen

[@howielong2835]

Very pleasing to the ears and mind

[@hollystokes616]

Angelic voice and beautiful eyes! Love you Justin Hayward

[@illuminatedrose]

Oh so sweet and beautiful and all of them so young and beautiful. We are were then. Thanks for posting.

[@borgduck]

To be awake in the middle of the night to this.

[@XOkie]

I think this is a Michael Pinder song. He was the spiritual heart of the Moodys. Love the song. Thanks.

[@debradireen3625]

One of my favourite Moody songs from On the threshold of a dream

[@randallgenshaw6724]

Have all there music...seen them dozens of times live from the beginning..best band of all times....one in a million never to be again..Thankyou for all your great and blessed music .God bless the moody Blues...✝🎼🎸

[@altoidsmit]

the moodies are a brand of their own im happy the moodies could be a part of my life

[@chocolatcats]

who cares if their live or lip sync, THEIR THE BEST OF THE UK..........HAVE YOU EVER TOOK A TRAIN TO VICTORIA STATION, LISTENING TO THEM ON A CASSETTE OR CD, then got off at victoria and just stood looking at the beautiful busy train station, and you're still listening to the Moody Blues, ITS MAJESTIC. I got a fish sandwich at McDonalds inside the station, got on a tube to harrods and STILL WAS LISTENING TO THEM.... now thats a great feeling

[@earGuitar]

When my English teacher and his partner befriended me, I turned them on to The Moodys and since they appreciated the diction, we drove around in summers listening whilst I learned of this Litchfield County, Connecticut. The surviving partner died at 93 in our home 3 years ago, I sought comfort and you have provided that. Thank you. Bob would have loved this.

[@BLUESMANRONCHICAGO]

just another magical tune from one of the earliest progressive rock bands, their songs are timesless, and Justin Hayward has one of the finest voices ever heard in any genre of rock and roll

[@CincyDirtyBird]

If music is the wine of the Gods.....The Moody Blues are not from our system...... This group have been my favorites from the first time I ever heard them...like 40+ yrs ago... God bless them all!

[@TheSierrawoman]

Excellent....good memories come flooding back! Wish I could return to the good old days.

[@ronniejohnson1302]

Great song and album ❤

[@friendlier]

God, what a voice.

[@esbede600]

goosebumps and flashbacks

[@peter_aka_hamamass]

A minstrel song! Close your eyes, and imagine your have travelled back in time to the time of King Arthurs camelot!

[@michaelgranger7113]

Mike Pinder's mellotron playing was so brilliant in many of their early songs. They were never the same when he left the band.

[@erickhirt5291]

I grew up with my father playing 'On the Threshold of a Dream' while he made dinner for our family. I would lie on the couch and watch the dust motes chase each other in the setting sun's rays. I still feel that wonder from this music now as I did then more than 30 years ago.

[@pdelaprimm]

treebo57: Thanks for the message. I was fortunate, as my mom used to play them on vinyl, and i overheard the strains of the music floating through the apartment. And today -- well, their sound is even that more sublime. Peace.

[@islipirene]

Ah to be gorgeous and young and full of dreams. I am thankful that Moody Blues came into my life at a time when I was a teen and the most receptive to alternative states.

[@jinglesmar22]

Thank you so so much for this video! My heart soars!

[@BonnieKateFyffe]

+Jingles Mar Yes!

[@nicolaswampach5281]

Il y a quelque chose d'unique dans cette chanson. Cette voix unique jumelée à cette musique, c'est magique!

[@Trans909]

Oh, my friends, I quite agree. My points were to illustrate that this IS live. Backing tracks 'n all. The flute, chamberlin, vocals, guitar, even Graeme Edge's tambourine are all live, live, live. That it's a non-issue for you is just right and that it's a verifiable live track is also right for me. And lemme tell ya, playing the guitar parts and singing this sucker is NOT a cakewalk. Those are some seriously talented young men and we're lucky to have this video to prove it. Michelle

[@khloudzjia]

One of the most beautiful songs ever written, lyrics and melody. Moreover, what a beautiful voice and fantastic guitar strumming. Love Ray's flute. Fantastic band. ...beautiful man mrJustin Hayward ;-)

[@DBKTube]

Thanks for posting this. We had this played at my wedding in 1973, for us it is "our song". 37 years and two grown kids later we still love this song.

[@adrianezzo1696]

Beautifully sung....it was very difficult to play along with the prerecorded flute...a lot of fun...with a few boo birds at the end..

[@Fargoguy54]

. . . . just stunning. Thank you, gentlemen.

[@damredub]

The Moodys are far and away the best ever. Every song reminds me of a time in my life.Thankyou Moodiesfan!!

[@Trans909]

Points to consider: Hayward's voice fades in and out as he leans into the mike. The 2nd flute is Pinder's Chamberlin. Hayward's guitar has an internal mike. (Yes, they had them in 1970) NO echo on Hayward's voice. NO onstage monitors then and the band heard foldback from the mains. Crowd noises. Don't forget that. Been there, done that. I started playing professionally about the time these guys were hitting their peak. Michelle

[@jjflash1645]

I first listened to them back in the sixties. I never heard this one, my loss. Never disliked any of their songs that I did hear.

[@pamelarollins118]

That voice. Oh my.

[@borgduck]

That was magical. And I really needed that, at a dark time.

[@MoodiesFan]

@Kaleiddmode I agree with you on this song and all of the song's that Justin Hayward is singing on this concert in Paris. I don't know how brofranomo can say that it isn't live. I have ears and I can tell the difference between a live song and the studio version. Thanks for you're comment. I glad that some fans can tell the difference. :-)

[@maynenightowl41]

I have always been a fan of this band....they were such an influence for later bands, such as........Pink Floyd for one......There won't ever be another band like them.....unfortunately.....but we have these wonderful memories and music!!!!! Blessed Be!!!!!

[@ladyhecate9450]

Who in the world thought that they Lip synced? You can tell Justin Hayward is singing live. This is truly one of the best bands ever. I loved them then and I love them now. They are classic. Nights in White Satin was played in the beginning of Depp's Dark Shadows, which is good cause anyone who hears that song will want to know who in the world is singing such an awesome song which will lead them to other fabulous songs of the legendary Moody Blues.

[@jamesmcintyre2008]

Some of the backing is not live

[@ladyhecate9450]

@@jamesmcintyre2008 yes, but some of it is. The Moody Blues is a live performance band, always has been. It is unfortunate that parts of the sound was stolen. But I am happy to see at least a few of their live concert songs in this gig in France were saved. I have the DVD of this gig as well as the huge concert (like the USA's Woodstock in August 1969) wherein they appeared in front of thousands of people and they sounded great. Every gig they have done and was put on a DVD, I have bought, besides their albums, including DOFP. I have been to several of Justin Hayward's solo gigs and the small band sounds great. It really angers me that Duran Duran's new cd is entitled Future Past! Sound familiar? Now I like DD, been to their concerts, but I do not care for their title of their new album.

[@cynthiasmith4130]

Just beautiful, his voice is just stunning...🎶🎶🥀🥀🥀....

[@brofranomo]

They born to this. They had to have been to be this good, with so many hits, and so good live. Back then bands didn't really try to sound like they did on the recording. I'm blown away right now.

[@dufusbug]

I've seen the Moody Blues twice before...and sad to say WITHOUT Michael Pinder.... The flautist's solo along with Justin Haywards singing makes THIS a MOST relaxing and "escapist" from reality song that I have ever heard! Thank You for posting this MoodiesFan! BRAVO!

[@imagodoc]

@hostroute Thanks for confirming this. There are several KZbin vids from this concert, and I have commented on severl of them that some of the music was dubbed, since we hear Pinder's Mellotron MkII but see him playing a Hammond B3. The singing however is clearly "live."