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The captures a setlist that is a love letter to the "Core Seven" albums (from Days of Future Passed to Seventh Sojourn ), with a few modern detours.
in Atlantic City, New Jersey. This performance, often circulated among fans and collectors as a high-quality DVD or digital bootleg, captures the legendary progressive rock band during their "Day of Future Passed" era revival, showcasing a blend of symphonic rock and nostalgic hits. 🎤 Performance Highlights The 2010 tour featured the core trio of Justin Hayward John Lodge Graeme Edge , supported by a talented touring band. Setlist Staples
Searching for the is an act of musical archaeology. It is the search for a specific vibration: a perfect summer night in a New Jersey casino where the mellotron swelled, the three-chord magic of "Ride My See-Saw" transcended the tacky casino carpet, and the audience left the Etess Arena floating on a sea of Nights in White Satin .
: Known for its crisp audio and multi-camera fan-filmed angles, the recording is highly regarded in the Moody Blues fan community Atmosphere : The intimate setting of the Borgata Event Center Moody Blues 2010-07-16 Atlantic City DVD
The , often circulated under the title "The Day We Meet Again," is a sought-after live recording documenting the band’s performance at the Borgata Casino & Spa’s Event Center. This release captures the core trio of Justin Hayward , John Lodge , and Graeme Edge during a prolific touring year, supported by a skilled ensemble that recreated their signature symphonic sound without a full orchestra. Performance Overview
The result was a "best of both worlds" scenario: the lush, orchestral textures of their studio masterpieces without the click-track rigidity of a symphonic backing. The band was loose, energetic, and playing in the opulent (if infamous) setting of the Trump Taj Mahal.
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Here’s what is known about that performance:
The 2010 iteration of The Moody Blues was a streamlined, professional powerhouse. The core trio remained intact: Justin Hayward on vocals and guitar, John Lodge on vocals and bass, and Graeme Edge on drums.
If you manage to acquire this DVD, skip to these timestamps (based on the circulating cut): The captures a setlist that is a love
While this specific Atlantic City date may not have received a "major label" retail release like their famous Royal Albert Hall Isle of Wight performances, it is a staple of the Moody Blues discography
For decades, The Moody Blues have occupied a unique cathedral in the world of rock music. Bridging the gap between psychedelic pop, classical orchestration, and progressive rock, the band—Justin Hayward, John Lodge, and Graeme Edge—crafted a sound that was never just heard, but felt . While the band has an official catalog of live albums (from Caught Live + 5 to Lovely to See You ), there exists a specific night, preserved in the shadows of the collector’s market, that has become a holy grail for fans:
