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Ray Thomas

Born December 29, 1941

Died January 4, 2018 · aged 76

Raymond Thomas (29 December 1941 – 4 January 2018) was an English musician, flautist, singer, founding member and composer in the English progressive rock band the Moody Blues. His flute solo on the band's 1967 hit single "Nights in White Satin" is regarded as one of progressive rock's defining moments. In 2018, he was posthumously inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of the Mo…

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The Moody Blues: Live at Montreux 1991The Moody Blues: Live at Montreux 1991 · 2005
The Moody Blues: Live at Montreux 1991
2005
MovieMusic
Formed in 1964, the Moody Blues emerged as one of the most renowned bands of the psychedelic era. Between 1965 and 1973, the band had 7 Top-30 singles on the Billboard Pop Singles chart, including their classic "Nights In White Satin", which soared to #2 on the charts. After a 5-year hiatus, they returned in the late 70’s with several minor hits, until releasing "Your Wildest Dreams" in 1986, which peaked at #9 on the Billboard Hot 100 Chart (and went #1 on the Adult Contemporary charts). The Moody Blues’ lone appearance at the Montreux Jazz Festival occurred on July 3, 1991 at the Montreux Casino, while in support of their Keys Of The Kingdom album. The group (which includes long-time members Justin Hayward, Graeme Edge, John Lodge, and Ray Thomas) performs a number of their biggest hits, including "Gemini Dream", "Nights In White Satin", "I’m Just A Singer (In A Rock & Roll Band)", and "Your Wildest Dreams".
The Moody Blues - Days of Future Passed LiveThe Moody Blues - Days of Future Passed Live · 2017
The Moody Blues - Days of Future Passed Live
★ 8.02017
MovieMusic
GREAT PERFORMANCES captures The Moody Blues in performance at Toronto’s Sony Centre during their 2017 “Days of Future Passed” tour. Celebrating the 50th anniversary of their landmark album, The Moody Blues took to the road to perform the entire LP live. The concert special showcases the band in performance for the first time with a full orchestra in a spectacle that recreates their pioneering concept album.
The Moody Blues - A Night at Red RocksThe Moody Blues - A Night at Red Rocks · 2002
The Moody Blues - A Night at Red Rocks
★ 8.02002
MovieMusic
Recorded Live at Red Rocks, September 9, 1992, with the Colorado Symphony Orchestra
The Moody Blues - The Other Side Of Red RocksThe Moody Blues - The Other Side Of Red Rocks · 2000
The Moody Blues - The Other Side Of Red Rocks
2000
MovieMusic
The Moody Blues - Ray Thomas, Justin Hayward, John Lodge and Graeme Edge - are shown performing live with the Colorado Symphony Orchestra at Red Rocks Amphitheatre, Colorado, on September 9th 1992. Previously unseen tracks include 'Legend of a Mind', 'Emily's Song' and 'Voices in the Sky', and the band are also seen in interview.

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The Moody Blues: Live at Montreux 1991The Moody Blues: Live at Montreux 1991 · 2005
The Moody Blues: Live at Montreux 1991
2005
MovieMusic
Formed in 1964, the Moody Blues emerged as one of the most renowned bands of the psychedelic era. Between 1965 and 1973, the band had 7 Top-30 singles on the Billboard Pop Singles chart, including their classic "Nights In White Satin", which soared to #2 on the charts. After a 5-year hiatus, they returned in the late 70’s with several minor hits, until releasing "Your Wildest Dreams" in 1986, which peaked at #9 on the Billboard Hot 100 Chart (and went #1 on the Adult Contemporary charts). The Moody Blues’ lone appearance at the Montreux Jazz Festival occurred on July 3, 1991 at the Montreux Casino, while in support of their Keys Of The Kingdom album. The group (which includes long-time members Justin Hayward, Graeme Edge, John Lodge, and Ray Thomas) performs a number of their biggest hits, including "Gemini Dream", "Nights In White Satin", "I’m Just A Singer (In A Rock & Roll Band)", and "Your Wildest Dreams".