In Search Of The Lost Chord – The Moody Blues – LP – Pre Owned Vinyl (Arrives in 21days)

Released in 1968, ‘In Search Of The Lost Chord’ stands as a bold testament to The Moody Blues’ restless artistry and their willingness to explore uncharted sonic territory. This album is a kaleidoscopic journey through late-sixties psychedelia, weaving together rock, Eastern instrumentation, and orchestral flourishes in a way that feels both daring and cohesive. Rather than resting on the orchestral pop laurels of ‘Days of Future Passed,’ the band dove headlong into experimentation, handling nearly every instrument themselves—from sitar and tabla to harpsichord and Mellotron.

The album’s concept—a quest for spiritual enlightenment and inner meaning—unfolds through tracks like the shimmering ‘Legend of a Mind’ and the meditative ‘Om.’ Every song is meticulously crafted, brimming with poetic lyrics and inventive arrangements that reward repeated listens. ‘In Search Of The Lost Chord’ isn’t just an album; it’s an immersive experience that captures the intellectual and creative ferment of its era. For any collector or music lover drawn to albums that expanded rock’s possibilities, this is an essential artifact—one that continues to inspire and intrigue over half a century after its release.

Track List:
A1 – Departure –
A2 – Ride My See-Saw –
A3 – Dr. Livingstone, I Presume –
A4 – House Of Four Doors (Part 1) –
A5 – Legend Of A Mind –
A6 – House Of Four Doors (Part 2) –
B1 – Voices In The Sky –
B2 – The Best Way To Travel –
B3 – Visions Of Paradise –
B4 – The Actor –
B5 – The Word –
B6 – Om –