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Justin Hayward’s passion for music ignited early in his life. At the age of 8, he began playing the ukulele, and by 10, he had his first guitar. By 11, he formed his first band, and at 13, he was earning enough to purchase a better guitar. This early dedication paved the way for his influential role in rock music.

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“Scroll down to the end of the article to listen to music.” Introduction The Moody Blues’ “Nights in White Satin”…

He didn’t just write songs—he sculpted symphonies of the soul. 🎼 When Justin Hayward first picked up his pen for “Fly Me High,” no one knew it would change the course of rock history. In a rare, revealing sit-down with Rick Beato, the voice behind “Nights in White Satin” opens up about chasing emotion through chords, blending rock with orchestra, and how a single feeling can become an anthem. This isn’t just a story about The Moody Blues—it’s about how melodies become memories.

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Introduction Justin Hayward, born David Justin Hayward on October 14, 1946, in Swindon, England, has been the lead guitarist and…

I’ve watched thousands of live performances, but nothing prepared me for the raw beauty in this Moody Blues mash-up: from Graeme Edge’s poetic opening in ‘In the Beginning,’ to Justin Hayward’s heart-soaring guitar in ‘Lovely to See You,’ culminating in Ray Thomas’s haunting diary entry that still resonates—by the final lyric, you’ll feel as if you’ve been transported straight into 1969, where every note felt revolutionary and every moment felt like a shared secret.

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Introduction In this heartfelt blog post, we’ll journey through a nostalgic YouTube video that stitches together three early gems from…

Justin Hayward Spills the Secrets Behind the Cat on ‘Nights in White Satin’

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Introduction Justin Hayward has long been the voice and songwriting soul of The Moody Blues, and if anyone understands the…

Under the star-lit Colorado sky, The Moody Blues and a full orchestra transform a simple rock anthem into a seismic event at Red Rocks, where Justin Hayward’s voice shivers with longing and drums rumble like distant thunder—every chord of ‘The Story In Your Eyes’ becomes a vivid snapshot of human emotion, an invitation to lean in close and discover the hidden tales swirling just beneath the surface of a song you thought you knew.

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Introduction Justin Hayward’s 1971 single “The Story in Your Eyes” bursts out with an unforgettable guitar riff and probing lyrics…

Last night at the Royal Albert Hall, time seemed to bend as the Moody Blues—Justin Hayward’s voice full of longing, John Lodge’s bass echoing like a heartbeat, and the World Festival Orchestra soaring behind them—breathed new life into their 1970 anthem ‘Question’; by the moment that guitar riff rang out against those golden arches, you could feel every ounce of wonder, nostalgia, and hope wash over the sold-out crowd.

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Introduction I still remember the first time I stumbled on the Moody Blues’ live take on “Question” at Royal Albert…

You won’t believe how an ‘80s classic transforms into pure magic—Justin Hayward’s voice glides over Mike Batt’s sweeping London Philharmonic Orchestra in their new single ‘Life In A Northern Town’ (out March 14, 2025 via Universal), and by the time you hear that first oboe-tinged melody intertwine with the Dream Academy’s nostalgic refrain, you’ll feel as if you’ve stepped into a snow-dusted English village where every note carries a lifetime of memories.

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Introduction Justin Hayward, best known as the lead singer and guitarist of The Moody Blues, has teamed up with renowned…

Moody Blues – Fly Me High

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“Scroll down to the end of the article to listen to music.” Introduction “Fly Me High” is a song by…

The Moody Blues’ John Lodge performs his Moodies song, ‘Candle of Life’

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Introduction “Candle of Life” began as a deep-cut album track in 1969 and later surfaced as the B‑side of the…

Eyes of a Child – Moody Blues

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“Scroll down to the end of the article to listen to music.” Introduction “Eyes of a Child” unfolds in two…

Justin Hayward’s passion for music ignited early in his life. At the age of 8, he began playing the ukulele, and by 10, he had his first guitar. By 11, he formed his first band, and at 13, he was earning enough to purchase a better guitar. This early dedication paved the way for his influential role in rock music.

He didn’t just write songs—he sculpted symphonies of the soul. 🎼 When Justin Hayward first picked up his pen for “Fly Me High,” no one knew it would change the course of rock history. In a rare, revealing sit-down with Rick Beato, the voice behind “Nights in White Satin” opens up about chasing emotion through chords, blending rock with orchestra, and how a single feeling can become an anthem. This isn’t just a story about The Moody Blues—it’s about how melodies become memories.

The moment those first flute notes of “For My Lady” echo across Red Rocks, it feels like time itself stops. You can almost taste the Colorado air as a full symphony swells behind Ray Thomas’s warm baritone, turning one man’s heartfelt devotion into a shared, tear-filled experience. When the crowd rose in unison, it wasn’t just applause—it was love returned in waves.

I’ve watched thousands of live performances, but nothing prepared me for the raw beauty in this Moody Blues mash-up: from Graeme Edge’s poetic opening in ‘In the Beginning,’ to Justin Hayward’s heart-soaring guitar in ‘Lovely to See You,’ culminating in Ray Thomas’s haunting diary entry that still resonates—by the final lyric, you’ll feel as if you’ve been transported straight into 1969, where every note felt revolutionary and every moment felt like a shared secret.