RIP Graeme Edge (80), drummer, Moody Blues

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The thread discusses the passing of Graeme Edge, the drummer and co-founder of the Moody Blues, reflecting on his contributions to the band and their music. Participants share memories and thoughts about the band's performances and specific songs, as well as the impact of their music during the 1960s and 70s.

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  • One participant shares a news article about Graeme Edge's death and highlights his role in the Moody Blues' success with notable songs.
  • Another participant expresses sadness over Edge's passing and shares a couple of favorite Moody Blues songs.
  • A participant reminisces about watching the Moody Blues perform on television in 1967, noting the band's mod suits and the orchestral sound created by their keyboardist.
  • There is a mention of the song "Nights in White Satin" and its association with LSD, suggesting it influenced listeners during that era.
  • A later reply identifies the keyboard sound as likely produced by Mike Pinder's Mellotron, which mimics orchestral instruments.

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Participants share personal memories and reflections, but there is no clear consensus on specific interpretations or details regarding the band's performances and music.

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Moody Blues drummer, co-founder Graeme Edge dies at 80​

https://apnews.com/article/entertai...ayward-music-4539837e7e0a8f59c2050c87c260ee42

In 1964, Edge co-founded the group in Birmingham, England. His drumming expertise was a key ingredient for the band’s massive prog-rock hits between the 1960s-70s including “Nights in White Satin,” “Tuesday Afternoon,” and “I’m Just a Singer (In a Rock and Roll Band).”

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Sad to hear.
Here are a couple Moody Blues songs with one of my favorite transitions between then:

 
I remember him and the Moody Blues on television in 1967 or so. I believe they all wore mod suits. I thought "that keyboard imitating a orchestra sounds great." Little did I know they were miming to a recording that included a real orchestra. Graeme spoke the "hear the grass sing" intro, which was clearly about LSD. I'm sure that song got a lot of people tripping.
 
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I thought "that keyboard imitating a orchestra sounds great." Little did I know they were miming to a recording that included a real orchestra.
That was probably Mike Pinder's Melletron. He had some tracks that sound like violins.
 

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