Strange Times
The Moody Blues · 1999
57 min · 14 tracks · progressive rock · psychedelic rock · R&B
A lush tapestry of orchestral melodies and reflective lyrics, entwined with a sense of nostalgia and yearning.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo reflective journey nostalgic melodies for quiet moments thoughtful soundscapes for contemplation
- Context
- Released on August 17, 1999, 'Strange Times' marked The Moody Blues' first studio album in over a decade, following the live album 'A Night at Red Rocks' in 1993. This period saw the band returning to their progressive rock roots while exploring new themes of love and introspection.
- If you like
- progressive rock, psychedelic rock, R&B
Strange Times is an album by The Moody Blues, released in 1999. A lush tapestry of orchestral melodies and reflective lyrics, entwined with a sense of nostalgia and yearning. The album received mixed reviews but is notable for its moderate commercial success, reaching #48 on the UK Albums Chart. It showcased a resurgence of interest in the band during the late '90s, contributing to renewed appreciation for their classic sound and influencing a generation of progressive rock fans. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Strange Times sound like?
A lush tapestry of orchestral melodies and reflective lyrics, entwined with a sense of nostalgia and yearning. Rooted in progressive rock and psychedelic rock.
What makes Strange Times by The Moody Blues notable?
The album received mixed reviews but is notable for its moderate commercial success, reaching #48 on the UK Albums Chart. It showcased a resurgence of interest in the band during the late '90s, contributing to renewed appreciation for their classic sound and influencing a generation of progressive rock fans. Released on August 17, 1999, 'Strange Times' marked The Moody Blues' first studio album in over a decade, following the live album 'A Night at Red Rocks' in 1993. This period saw the band returning to their progressive rock roots while exploring new themes of love and introspection.
Who is Strange Times for?
Strange Times works well if you're into steady mid-tempo reflective journey, nostalgic melodies for quiet moments and thoughtful soundscapes for contemplation.
How many songs are on Strange Times?
Strange Times has 14 tracks, running approximately 57 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 English Sunset Standout 5:05
- 2 Haunted Standout 4:31
- 3 Sooner or Later (Walkin’ on Air) 3:50
- 4 Wherever You Are 3:35
- 5 Foolish Love 3:56
- 6 Love Don’t Come Easy 4:33
- 7 All That Is Real Is You 3:33
- 8 Strange Times Standout 4:29
- 9 Words You Say 5:31
- 10 My Little Lovely 1:45
- 11 Forever Now 4:37
- 12 The One 3:39
- 13 The Swallow 4:59
- 14 Nothing Changes 3:32
Release Date
August 17, 1999
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
57 min 40 sec
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