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New Music, Releases, Reissues From Classic Rock Artists [VIDEOS]

Mark Alan — Tue, 04 Jun 2013 19:26:50 +0000

“Live”, ‘Live’, ‘Live’ , it appears a major portion of June is ‘live album’ month with the new goods being released whether it’s by design or by accident, I’m not really sure.Believe it or not there is a right way and a wrong way to listen to live classic rock, the right way is to [...]

New Classic Rock For May 2013 [VIDEOS]

Mark Alan — Tue, 07 May 2013 14:55:23 +0000

Every time we talk classic rock we manage to always mention groups like The Rolling Stones, The Moody Blues, Styx, John Fogerty, Deep Purple, Rod Stewart, and Judas Priest before it’s all said and done.Why are all these names creeping up again, well they all have new music about to surface this month (May) 2013. [...]

New Live Sets Highlight Moody Blues' Appearances at Isle of Wight, Montreux

Nick DeRiso — Thu, 04 Apr 2013 18:32:37 +0000

Moody Blues fans can witness the band in their turn-of-the-70s proto-prog glory, and then explore the way many of those same songs have stood the test of time, across the span of two new concert releases -- one from the Isle of Wight in 1970, and the other from Montreux in 1991.

Moody Blues to Release Massive 'Timeless Flight' Box Set

Nick DeRiso — Wed, 20 Mar 2013 15:10:53 +0000

A sprawling new reissue set promises the most comprehensive look ever into the musical history of the Moody Blues, with outtakes, new mixes, full concerts and a 120-page booklet to go with all the seminal prog rock band’s best-loved recordings. Justin Hayward and Co. last revisited their classic albums in 2008, but that reissue project [...]

Spotlighting Justin Hayward (Moody Blues) [VIDEOS]

Mark Alan — Mon, 04 Mar 2013 16:56:44 +0000

Justin Hayward a crucial part to The Moody Blues success has also found success as a solo artist which for him started in 1975. Justin’s solo releases,however; varied in degrees of both critical and commercial success, there were times as a solo artist the sound of The Moody Blues was very distinct yet he demonstrated [...]

Spotlighting Justin Hayward (Moody Blues) – 1996 LP 'A View From The Hill' [VIDEO]

Mark Alan — Sun, 03 Mar 2013 23:01:58 +0000

‘A View From The Hill’ album was probably as close to the sound of a Moody Blues album without actually being one ( exception: the absence of keyboards).Once again it’s back to the drawing board and let’s do some writing as Justin did for this album, he penned just about all the songs on ‘A [...]

Spotlighting Justin Hayward (Moody Blues) – 1985 LP 'Moving Mountains' [VIDEO]

Mark Alan — Sun, 03 Mar 2013 22:06:10 +0000

The album ‘Moving Mountains’ was like night and day compared to his previous album, ‘Night Flight’ Two thumbs up from the fans and the critics.In sharp contrast, this album was true to form thought the ears of the fans simply because the sound had returned that we come to expect from Justin. Critics from Allmusic [...]

Spotlighting Justin Hayward (Moody Blues) – 1980 LP 'Night Flight' [VIDEO]

Mark Alan — Sun, 03 Mar 2013 20:33:42 +0000

You could say that the album,’Night Flight’ is more of a dance worthy love song dominated album. Unfortunately this album was not well received by the fans.Even though this album proved to be a dissatisfaction to the fans, it’ still Justin Hayward. There’s speculation that fans weren’t overly thrilled about Jeff Wayne’s Musical of “The [...]

Spotlighting Justin Hayward (Moody Blues) – 1977 LP 'Songwriter' [VIDEO]

Mark Alan — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 17:56:40 +0000

When one sits and tries to figure out song titles for an album, the title, ‘Songwriter’ couldn’t be more fitting for an artist who’s penned many classic rock standards. When an artist writes classic’s like, “Nights in White Satin”, “The Story in Your Eyes” and “Tuesday Afternoon” one can only expect great things to come. [...]

Spotlighting Justin Hayward (Moody Blues) – 1975 LP 'Blue Jays' [VIDEO]

Mark Alan — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 17:20:48 +0000

The album ‘Blue Jays’ definitely has the essence of The Moody Blues sound and an album to produce with time as The Moody Blues were on hiatus between 1974 to 1976.John Lodge (bass/songwriter/vocalist) was a big part of this album teaming up with Justin Hayward, they both wrote and recorded ‘Blue Jays’ in 1975. ‘Blue [...]

Classic Rock Songs For Valentine's Day [VIDEOS]

Mark Alan — Thu, 07 Feb 2013 18:50:55 +0000

Valentine’s Day is the time for us to call forth the feelings of happiness, sadness, tears, laughter, feelings and yes love. That’s where the magic of music comes into play, now noted that classic rock may not be what you were thinking or did it even write the book on the topic but low and [...]

Classic Rock Songs For Valentine's Day Featuring "Nights In White Satin" By The Moody Blues [VIDEO]

Mark Alan — Wed, 06 Feb 2013 17:14:36 +0000

The smooth voice that flows without a hitch yesterday, today and no doubt tomorrow. At the young age of 19 Justin Hayward penned this beautifully sad yet powerful love song, “Nights In White Satin”. “Nights In White Satin” is a hit today as it was 45 years ago and since it’s release has been covered [...]

Moody Blues' Justin Hayward Not Bothered by Hall of Fame Snub

Dave Lifton — Sun, 09 Dec 2012 21:43:18 +0000

The Moody Blues are another of the many bands that had a run of chart success over two decades, only to find their talents ignored by the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. However, in a new interview, frontman Justin Hayward says that it doesn't affect him.

Classic Rock Releases For December 2012 – 'On Vinyl'

Mark Alan — Wed, 05 Dec 2012 17:14:28 +0000

Great Classic Rock releases for the month of December could make your holidays Classic.

Classic Rock Holiday Original Non-Traditional Christmas Songs- Moody Blues [VIDEO]

Mark Alan — Mon, 12 Nov 2012 20:19:31 +0000

Classic rock Non-traditional Christmas music at it's best