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Seventh Sojourn, although not strictly the Moodies 7th album (the original lineup made one official album) was the Seventh made with Justin Hayward and John Lodge and featuring the 'classic' Moody Blues lineup. At the time, it received good reviews, but wasn't liked by the public as much as 'On the Threshold of a Dream', Question of Balance and 'Every Good Boy Deserves Favour'. In truth, it doesn't have the 'killer' singles that those albums had, but as an album in some ways is stronger. Lost in a Lost World, New Horizons, You and Me, I'm just a singer (in a rock and roll band) are among their strongest ever tracks. As ever during that period, the writing alternates between all the members of the band, and this gives a sometimes 'jarring' effect as Thomas's more whimsical tracks don't always sit well with Hayward, Lodges and Edge rockers and Pinders more elaborate pieces. Here though, they do. Ironically, having said how well the albums flows, the band themselves were in the process of winding down. Tired of touring, of each other, this was to be their last album for six years. The disc being reviewed here is on SACD format. This contains both 2.0 and 5.1 versions of the tracks. I am will admit, up front, I am not a fan of SACD, and the more I buy the less I like the format. People often confuse 'analogue like warmth' for what is in fact a poor reproduction method (DSD). However, unless you are lucky enough to a) own the original Quad versions of the LP, and b) have a Quad system to replay them on, this is the only way (unless you buy the rare and expensive DTS discs) you will get the Moody Blues in 5.1. As these were taken from Quad originals and re-mastered with the extra channels, it is well worth the investment, as Tony Clarke (the Moodies original and long standing producer) did the Quads, and they are very good. As such, while I'm not massively impressed with the SACD's sound, I would still happily recommend them to any Moodies fan, as the surround experience is easily worth the price.Read full review
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In my opinion the finest Moody Blues album by a mile. Sound quality and definition on the SACD will have you totally hooked. Give it a listen and see for yourself.
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