The Moody Blues

Year:
2018
Inducted by:
Ann Wilson (Heart)
Category:
Performers

Denny Laine
Graeme Edge
John Lodge
Justin Hayward
Mike Pinder
Ray Thomas

Introduction

Progressive rock pioneers turned synthesizer driven rockers, The Moody Blues have created over 50 years of exhilarating and significant music that has influenced countless musicians and rocked fans around the world.

Ann Wilson of Heart Inducts the Moody Blues

Ann Wilson of Heart Inducts the Moody Blues at the 2018 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony

Ann Wilson of Heart Inducts the Moody Blues

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The Moody Blues Acceptance Speeches

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"Ride My See-Saw"

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"Your Wildest Dreams"

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"Nights In White Satin"

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"I'm Just A Singer (In A Rock and Roll Band)"

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Hall of Fame Essay

2018

Parke Puterbaugh

"Isn't Life Strange?" That is one of many simple yet provocative questions posed by various Moody Blues songs.

With unabashed earnestness, betraying their roots in 1960s youth culture, this British quintet pondered the riddles of existence with thought-provoking lyrics and bracing, adventurous music.

They became one of the world's most popular, beloved, and enduring bands. Their vast body of songs offered a counterpoint of hopefulness and idealism to the darker currents of a warring and polluted planet.