MOODY BLUES QUESTION REACTION(First time hearing)

Reaction to Moody Blues song,Question.A beautiful song that ciuld easily have been broken into two songs.
I particularly like the part that breaks down into a slower tempo.
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[@OldBoiler62]

I don't know how to describe their sound, but you immediately know a Moody Blues song when you hear it.

[@SkiVaught]

Perfectly written.........

[@FD2003Abc]

Justin Heywood - soaring orchestration

[@karenj3611]

I was born in the 50s, raised in the 60s, graduated, got married and had my first child in the 70's. My generation was so fortunate to live through all of this amazing music.

[@dwanpyrtle3134]

Same here.

[@bobbiehofer4924]

Me too!

[@richardford3944]

My first concert was the Moody Blues, my dad took me.

[@bobbiehofer4924]

@@richardford3944 I was fortunate to see them, too. Stevie Ray Vaughan opened for them. Enjoyed it so much.

[@constancepotts4918]

Yes , we was the luckiest kids coming up then everything new different love it

[@michalromig3409]

My two favorite bands have always been Chicago and The Moody Blues. The Moody Blues are not as popular but I believe they are the best musicians in my life. ( I am 73)

[@ronammologist16]

Very well said Harry! You know, at 69 years old I have had my "ears blessed" by the Moody Blues ever since 1970 when I discovered them. I have also been blessed seeing them live five diferent times. Im glad you have come on board with me!

[@vivianphillips8519]

I'd given up on any KZbin reactors ever getting around to this song. I think I've asked a dozen times. Thank you Harry. Diamonds to my ears too.

[@laminator72]

Like you I've just about given up on getting reactors to listen to 'New Horizons'.

[@bruceday4036]

Always thought of the Moody Blues as an experience, they take you beyond music. Saw them live once and felt like we were all somewhere else

[@curtisjones1714]

One of the best MB songs of all time!

[@Johnny.Fedora]

Doug Helvering, a music professor, has a YT channel, and he reacted to this song.

[@Johnny.Fedora]

It's here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/sJSkpXRueJ5rnaM

[@dianelockwood9282]

In my time, Moody Blues had no music that was not unique, beautiful and meaningful. Ray Thomas with his flute, amazing additional to all their music...Graeme Edge...still drumming on a heavenly shore with Ray....

[@jimuren2388]

Justin's guitar and Ray's flute are the basis of many terrific songs.

[@ronan310]

I've heard this song 100 times over the years easily.....and i still get chills up and down my spine....Moody Blues was great...timeless...

[@MisterWondrous]

"Diamonds in my ears!" Love it! "All the love you've been giving has all been meant for you..." This was one of the first Moody songs to make to US radio, and I was immediately hooked. I bought all their albums, learned all the words, and became a better person because of their vision and music.

[@HarriBestReactions]

🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🖤

[@ronan310]

we were very young when i first heard it...16yo if that....we were dosing out on shrooms and acid at that time...moody blues is the music you want to listen too for that....I still listen to them from time to time...its a mood....so much good music

[@shelter9236]

I think we all felt this way about their lyrics and music. The first spiritual group I listened to back then, they made you think about all of you, not just the physical part of you. We all know where we are when we first wake up and our soul comes back to our bodies in the morning (the dead and the living), it's a magical/mystical God connection we have and can have all the time with God in our hearts.

[@dougreed2257]

@@ronan310 why? I was 10 years.old in 1970, this song had a profound effect on me at such a young age, though I would have been too young to consider chemical help, not needed, the music is the powerful drug, just my own opinion, no disrespect intended🎶👍

[@MisterWondrous]

@@ronan310 I once had a bad trip on some hallucinogens of the cactus variety, and was brought back to homeostasis by heavy doses of Moody Blues. To Our Children's Children's Children. I never thought I'd get to be a million...watching and waiting for someone to understand me. The mind of God in Nature.

[@oldairyheir]

Tunes of the 60s and 70s: Poetry put to music. Thanks, Harri!

[@susanfarley1332]

Moody Blues do a lot of beautiful music. Their music stirs something deep inside.

[@greggmccabe7833]

My favorite group without question! Actually, with Question!

[@philippesauvie639]

diamonds in my ears! diamonds on the soles of my shoes! Seriously this is one of the most beautiful songs you will ever hear this side of heaven.

[@HarriBestReactions]

This side of heaven 🤣😂🤣

[@dagmar.6954]

Love all the Moody Blues songs. This is one of my favorites. Love the mix of rock & classical music. 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.

[@kentmains7763]

My Uncle exposed me to this magic when I was just a kid, been a huge fan ever since.

[@rogeroran2911]

These guys have been around forever and still sound amazing. Great band.

[@clannad99germany70]

I remember when this song dropped, I thought like WOW !!! Was so great in 1970 !!! And the Moody Blues got an unique sound !!!! Always loved this band !!

[@edgarsnake2857]

Harri---I totally and wholeheartedly agree with you on this. Great song; thoughtful, spot on reaction.

[@micheleandrae2636]

I've been a huge fan of the Moodies since the beginning. Their music seems to embody the angst felt by young adults who so much want to loved and accepted in life. One of my favorites.

[@debbiechang5781]

Can’t say enough about the influence of the Moody Blues on my previously young psyche. Just exquisite music. As you like to say, “diamonds in our ears”. 🌺✌️

[@maryhuhnke4706]

Masterpiece. Genius. Perfect! ❤

[@guidosarducci]

Thank you so much! Glad you said it's both a 'masterpiece' and 'genius'...because it certainly is.

[@glennburch1081]

Justin Hayward and john Lodge, those voices delivering thier magical lyrics will make you cry. Thier sound has always been able to take me on a trip outta here, complete disconnect from reality and into a space of euphoria. In August of 2018 The Moody Blues were inducted into the Rock-N-Roll Hall of Fame........where they belong! TY for your soulful reaction.

[@patrickbuckley344]

Well said! They should have been in the HOF- along time ago! Their music is unique, mysterious, and introspective - and has always taken me to another place☺

[@patrickbuckley344]

R I P - The drummer, and poet for them- Graham Edge!

[@davidruland5519]

The Moody Blues were greater than the sum of their parts.Mike, Ray, Justin, John and Graeme. All vital to their sound.

[@richardcollette9884]

The Moody's have a way to transport you to wherever they are...Absolute hippies, their concerts drew some of the best crowds i have been in. Never a concern of danger,fights or any discontent. And now,what happened?

[@timhardin251]

If you get time listen the the extended version of Nights in White satin…the entire song. It just blows me away when the poetry starts toward the end. Also, I love how you connect with the songs.

[@kathyedleman633]

Try "I'm Just a Singer in a Rock n Roll Band " a little more rock sounding then their usual :)

[@pauldover1403]

Strangely enough, I was just thinking about that. It was very different to this but still a very good song.

[@rogerthomas169]

Or try, ride my seesaw

[@danielceo4694]

Love this song, love this band! Reminds me of when I saw them I concert in Detroit! RIP Graham Edge.

[@dreamcruzer4743]

Likewise. I must have seen them about 6 times at various venues in metro Detroit.

[@famat161]

The importance of The Moody Blues is their message that there was a higher purpose, that there actually was a spiritual nature which one could choose to attain if only one would strive. It seems as if most of my generation has forgotten that which we once knew for certain was true.

[@lesleysylvestre6821]

Love this album, goosebumps material. Great to see a younger generation appreciating the music our generation grew up with.

[@DSanto-bk6oq]

I last saw the Moodies back in the 90's. I suppose they were past their prime as far as producing hit records, but in that relatively intimate venue, they sounded as good as ever. They've always produced the type of music that makes you feel good in both mind and body. RIP Graeme Edge.

[@highpath4776]

Justin turned out some new stuff into YT over lockdpwn

[@dennisgarrison3537]

This generation of music is a moment in time I was lucky enough to experience first hand. The Moodys dropped their first album when I was eleven and I was hooked. They were one of the best ever.

[@debzvideos]

That fabulous drumming at the end of the song reminded me that the drummer for the Moody Blues, Graeme Edge, just recently died. It's so sad to see the rock icons leave us.

[@michaelcurtis8419]

This song always reminds me of the Summer of 70', riding in the back of a Volkswagen Van and not a 17 year olds care in the world.

[@stephanieo2509]

The Story in Your Eyes is one of my absolute favorites.

[@Doc552]

I am glad you are feeling the Moody Blues! Harri, you have been very generous with your interpretation of them. It can’t be 2 songs because they are taking you on their journey! I have listened to them since the 60’s

[@karenmandeville7116]

this was my first concert. 1970. freshman in high school. it was magical.

[@tinareinbergen8113]

The most beautiful song ever,I love it so much.

[@lawrencebenjamin1634]

This song is the anthem of our generation.

[@ericanderson8886]

A seminal prog rock band, one of the best.

[@tedsmith4385]

Thank you at long last someone has reacted to one of the Moodys best

[@roberthalpern5454]

You said it!!

[@jamestaylor2920]

I have always thought of it as one song with an extended heavenly bridge.

[@777colin1]

Justin wrote 2 songs with Question, and worked them both together to produce this epic song from Question of Balance. It reached number 2 on the UK singles charts. Awesome band that never disappointed. Loved all their albums. A year ago today we lost Graeme. RIP

[@ilovemusicnia]

The whole album, A Question of Balance is great! I'm sure you would love every song...beautiful and profound!

[@bobb9541]

My wife and I found the Moody Blues in the early 1970’s. Saw them in concert twice. One of our all time favorite groups.

[@coocoocachooglin]

Imagine being on this timeline where all the energy in the universe comes together, atoms, molecules, cells, sinews, bones, muscles, nervous system, brains, soul, spirit and intelligence to create rhythm, melody, lyrics, instruments and ultimately music like this, and we have the ability at our fingertips to record it, store it, and reproduce it at any time, it's absolutely divine.

[@ruthsmith2053]

Such a perfect review and tribute to this masterpiece......Thank you Harri

[@jeffreybudrovic7785]

1 of my all-time favorites! It makes me stop and think about it.

[@ChuckHackney]

I am dyill loling for the miracle in my life but boy have I been blessed countless times over 🙏 A prayer for the Moody Blues and for Justin Heyward in particular. Thank you for richly blessing us with your music.

[@joelliebler5690]

One of their best known and a great tune.

[@rodneygriffin7666]

The moody blues classic 7 should be listened as as whole LP's. This is an example.

[@joelliebler5690]

Absolutely!!

[@arhatyellow]

Melancholy Man and The Balance together are a blended end to the album.

[@dmCurator]

🚨 This is serious music 🚨

[@Cashcrop54]

The Moody Blues were a breath of fresh air for me. Loved them and this reaction! Thank you!

[@dcmtrader]

Exploring the Moody Blues music is a journey.

[@rodneygriffin7666]

Start with Days Of Future Past and then listen to In Search Of The Lost Chord and then move onwards. These guys were Album guys, Not Singles guys.

[@michaelhoyt3736]

Harri, this song is the first selection of the album "A Question of Balance." The album is a musical quest seeking answers to the questions presented in this song. The final song, "The Balance" is the resolution to the quest. In the original vinyl LP, there aren't breaks between songs, the music flows smoothly from song to song.

[@oldladylovesBruno]

I haven't heard that song in a long time. I forgot how much I love it.

[@karenwyrick3742]

The Moody Blues is a tremendous talent and definitely one of the most overlooked and under appreciated bands of all time. I so wish I could've seen them in concert. And with all their fantastic music I'd have to say that "Question" is, without a doubt, my favorite Moody Blues song. Love your reaction, Harri!

[@robertbailey5239]

Back in the day, the fans were convinced by this song and others that the Moody Blues knew the philosophical answers to the universe. The band were pestered so much they wrote "I'm Just a Singer in a Rock and Roll Band". You should definitely hit that next!

[@smkgarrison3445]

Harri, I will be happy to push you down the Moody Blues rabbit hole. They are my absolute favorite rock band. You will have diamonds, rubies, emeralds and sapphires in your ears.Here are some suggestions: "I'm Just a Singer", "Story in Your Eyes" "The Voice" (this one will blow your mind), Gemini Dream, "Wildest Dreams" " Isn't Life Strange", " I Know You're Out There Somewhere" "Driftwood" , Steppin' in a Slide Zone. That is still only the tip of their musical iceberg. Follow the rabbit, you won't regret it.

[@johnhartman1631]

Harri: I really love the honesty and compassion in all your reactions! Thank You! I have been listening to the Moody Blues since the early 70s and have seen them live several times! I am sure you are aware that the Drummer died on Nov 11, Graeme Charles Edge was an English musician, songwriter, and poet, best known as the co-founder and drummer of the English band the Moody Blues. It makes me very sad to see a legend like Graeme and many others are being lost to us! Thank God for the recordings that keep them alive in our memories!

[@thesoundship]

All their records of the 60 and beginning of the 70 are so wonderful, both music and lyrics. Earcandy.

[@johnnie2638]

Brother Harry I've listened to this song for years and I'm still tearing up with you hearing this again. I love this album!!

[@debbieplato5107]

I loved this band right from the beginning. ❤ The 60's was a time of looking inward. Questioning the world and gaining spiritual insight. Their music was along that line. I was lucky to see them live back in the 80's. Cheers

[@steverogers2635]

The Moody Blues have always been one of my most favorite bands, so I appreciate you reacting to one of their best songs. Thanks a lot Harri. So sorry to hear of the passing of their great drummer. RIP Graeme Edge.

[@johnmaloney5912]

I smile from ear to ear watching your reactions of the music that I love and grew up with. Our music was raw gifted talent, no gadgets like they use today. Another great reaction Harri, thank you 😊 very much ♥️😎

[@snowysnowyriver]

You have landed the blessed land of sublime music. The Moody Blues were incredible. Days of Future Past remains at the top of my personal hit parade even after 50-plus years.

[@tmznt]

Love your reactions. Legend of a Mind by the Moody Blues is another great song.

[@CodyShell]

The Moody Blues was the first band I've ever seen in concert when I was a kid! Grew up with all their songs, it's great to see someone discovering them for the first time

[@glenndespres5317]

A Moodies masterpiece. This is a studio version and will always be my preference. These guys caused me to look deep… into Everything. From the same album, please listen to It’s Up To You and Dawning is the Day. Two more great songs.

[@highpath4776]

Only a couple of live (good) versions on YT and none contemporary with the single release.

[@johndemeritt3460]

Better still, start with "Question" and keep listening all the way through to the last fading note of "The Balance".

[@glenndespres5317]

@@johndemeritt3460 Agreed. That’s really the ONLY way to listen to the Moodies. I’m just trying to keep reactors listening to more of them while they are on a particular album. Peace.

[@atomreader8162]

When you get the Moody’s, it’s like the first time you really appreciate a sunrise. Thank you, you allowed me to remember what is was like the first time I really got their music - same joy and ecstasy you experienced. I was 18 at the time and it was like a whole world opened up for me!

[@johnj2763]

Thank You Harri. Listening to the Moodies is always uplifting and spiritual. The fact it took so long to induct them into the Rock Hall was a sin. They remain one of the best musical ensembles ever to record and perform. RIP Ray and Graeme.

[@gretchenbarr1578]

I was born in 69. This music moves you, no matter what year you were born...

[@dylan42207]

When we say music today can’t compare this is exactly what we are talking about. Great reaction. ❤️❤️

[@sallybannister6224]

You have got that so so right ... It is sublime ,amazing truly wonderous and life changing .

[@kayakutah]

When my kids were young and we listened to the Moody Blues, they called it, "dreamy music"!

[@annewoodard6803]

Finally! Someone reacting to one of the greatest compositions ever. 😁❤️

[@robertm7071]

“Masterpiece” and “Genius” - you are absolutely right. I was lucky to grow up listening to music like this. I congratulate you for your sensitive and perceptive comments about this beautiful song.

[@lisarainbow9703]

There is something so mystical about The Moody Blues. I can't think of any other band that lifts the soul & spirit , and takes it on a journey in the manner that they do. As you said, Harri, "sacred ground". Absolutely. Excellent and insightful analysis, by the way, catching how the tempo of the music mirrors the context of the lyrics. I look forward to more Moody Blues reactions from you~ 💙 Might I suggest: Legend of a Mind Gypsy Dawning is the Day Voices in the Sky The Actor Sun is Still Shining Traveling Eternity Road

[@alansmith7626]

Harri, all the new songs you hear will be with you forever and sometimes the meanings can change, is why music is SOOOO important...

[@newodkin]

This was the very first song I ever heard on the radio by the Moody Blues. I went on to see them live twice and both times they performed this number and I just melted!

[@garysteinert8040]

Great stuff Harri

[@ChuckHackney]

In the winter of 1974 I attended a small concert by an up and coming singer named Gene Cotton at my college, Western Carolina U.. He did an acoustic version of this song and I was mesmerized. He almost made it into a religious song that night. But he gave due credit to The Moodies. This was one of their first big hits in the USA in the 70's for the Moodies. BTW, God bless you, Gene Cotton, wherever you are, Before My Heart Finds Out. Those who know Gene will get this reference

[@eviekelpie1]

I bought the Moody's Greatest hits when only 17 in 1979. My parents loved it too. This song has always been a favourite of mine and it takes me back to life being at home with my parents. The other favourite is, I'm just a singer in a rock and roll Band

[@32a34a]

Justin Hayward is a genius. A great songwriter. By far my favorite song of all the Moody Blues songs even though they have some other really beautiful songs.

[@josephlusardi1061]

I been into the blues for 50 years , they used to say each album was a new trip for the blues, I’m 72 and the early blues were my favorite .

[@keymack2477]

Thank you Harri for reacting to my favourite Moody Blues song!! Pure diamonds!!

[@captainpeacock4442]

It came out in 1970,Iwas only a young girl then but the song has stuck with me all these years and I still love it now.

[@donmcneal233]

Great choice Harri! That album is studio work..., enjoy! But, get to their Timothy Leary..., it's a hoot!

[@debravirden7130]

Hands down, one of THE BEST! LIVE OR RECORDED!!

[@keithjones6023]

Another wonderful Moody Blues song. Their music was just amazing, they were certainly one of the best bands in that phenomenal era of the 70's.

[@Bill_Jones.]

Justin Hayward and John Lodge put out an album back in 1975 called “Blue Jays.” This album has 3 of the most beautiful songs I’ve ever heard (This Morning, My Brother, You). You really ought to listen to it.

[@tommhill9948]

I Dreamed Last Night, Nights, Winters, Years also!

[@highpath4776]

By forming Threshold Music it enabled solo and joint projects to remain within the Moodies overally teamwork, while not stifling individual musical ideas

[@livelaughandlovelong]

The entire album is epic,

[@jrberg327]

The Moodys as a group were epic. Just as you brought up Hayward and Lodge from 1975 I also think of Hayward’s contribution to Jeff Wayne’s War Of The World’s, the song Forever Autumn, the lyrics and arrangement with this song are nothing less than amazing. All the Moody Blues members brought so much to the table as far as talent.

[@amydavidval]

One of my very absolute favorites from them. You get it!!

[@wlodell]

Harry, Thank you for your thoughtful and expressive review! Your reaction is the same as mine was, I’m sure for many others too. When I first heard the music of the Moody Blues, I was astounded and deeply moved. I credit the music to adding quality to my life. My first attendance at a Moody Blues live concert was in Baltimore, Oct 1972, I had just returned from the war in Vietnam. The music addressed my PTSD. My second attendance at a Moody Blues live concert was in Seattle, 2014. I openly cried during one of the songs. The music of the Moody Blues has been a part of my life for more than 50 years. It is real music.

[@axlejohnson9156]

The Moody Blues began their journey in the 60's and had a sound not that different then many other British bands. The something changed and the group began putting out music that was unique and unchallenged for years. No other group could touch you like the Moody Blues could until Pink Floyd came along. I was 16 and my mother could see we were taking an interest in music. She came home one day with two albums. The first was call "Smokin" by Humble Pie, and the second album was called "Seventh Sojourn" by the Moody Blues. It's a short album, but I still believe it's one of their best. Totally hooked me on the Moody Blues. Get this album. Turn down the lights and have a couple drinks. Then relax and submerse yourself in their music. It will touch you.

[@louisestevenson5102]

I loved this song when I was 16years old 45 years later I choke up it means so much to me then and now

[@charlesclifton1006]

Glad you like that song! It is definitely a studio version. Tony Clark, Moody's producer, was a wizard at obtaining that open sound in the recording studio. I first heard the band in the late 60's. It was a song called Tuesday Afternoon and it was on a car radio. I didn't know who they were but I recall thinking "that's the best music I have ever heard". In time I frequented the small town in Surrey, England, where they lived. (Cobham). Eventually I got to meet them briefly in Vancouver, Canada. When I shook hands with Justin Hayward he said "I know the face". It was strange, as if we had known each other in some far off distant land. Just so you know ... this song, Question, was actually 2 songs that Justin wove together into the tapestry of wonder that it now is. I do suggest you explore their music. They are in fact the one band that truly had their own unique sound (like the Beatles) and I feel blessed to have heard all of it. I think Justin lives in the south of France now near the Italian border. He has recorded much of his solo work in Italy. I do suggest you check out "View From The Hill". It is brilliant but he has so many other offerings as well. Music is sound and sound is the foundational energy that sponsors creation. When we write a song, we bring forth the gifts therein this sonic energy and just as the Moody Blues have done, ..... give them to others that they may hear too. Yes, I almost forgot ... Blue Jays~~~~ It was a single album featuring Justin Hayward and John Lodge. Again, brilliant.

[@revsharkie]

So glad to see you enjoying the Moody Blues. I came to them very late (Long Distance Voyager came out when i was in seventh grade), but they are a favorite. After I graduated from high school 35 years ago, I went on a community funded trip to Ireland (in return I got to show my pics to all the community groups who had contributed). Obviously had to pack light, so I chose carefully what music I took. Two Moody Blues albums made the cut: A Question of Balance and Every Good Boy Deserves Favour. I had both on vinyl (still do!) but recorded them onto one 90-minute cassette to take with me. Moody Blues are best appreciated in album form. Sad farewell to Graeme Edge this past week...he joins bandmate Ray Thomas in the great jam session in the sky.

[@teresagorden5984]

Agreed. We seem to share love of this great music....Moody Blues, Pink Floyd especially.

[@sdphoto100]

Early Moody Blues drew me into my love of music. Hard to find a bad one, Harri.

[@mangrove]

This is one of those songs that, when I was younger and immature, I switched off, thinking it was too bombastic and self-indulgent, but I go back to now with more maturity. The Moodys deserve their place in the Rock Hall, and really should have been recognized sooner.

[@robertpoole9136]

Diamonds in my ears..I love that! I agree with you that is one of the best songs ever made!

[@jimwillride]

Hey buddy, I'm with you for every step of the Moody Blues journey. I'm 58, and they were pretty much before my time, but had some good friends who clued me in. There is no other band like them. Music for the universe!!!

[@remedy9648]

Oh man, how can I thank you for bringing this beautiful song back into my life? It’s been literal decades since I’ve heard it, ashamed to say when I saw the title I didn’t think I knew it, but you can never forget the lyrics and melodic, cosmic glory that is this song. Incredible Harri, so happy you shared this with me (us), it was a privilege having this experience with you my brother🎶💜🎵💜