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Keys of the Kingdom | 
| Artist: Moody Blues
Label: Polydor
Category: Music
Buy New: £7.89
New (25) Used (4) Collectible (1) from £2.39
Rating:  5 reviews
Sales Rank: 15064
Media: Audio CD
Discs: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.3
Dimensions (in): 5.5 x 4.9 x 0.4
UPC: 042284943321
EAN: 0042284943321
ASIN: B000001G1P
Release Date: January 25, 1991
Shipping: Eligible for Super Saver Shipping
Availability: Usually dispatched within 24 hours
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| Tracks:
| • | Say It With Love | | • | Bless The Wings (That Bring You Back) | | • | Is This Heaven | | • | Say What You Mean | | • | Lean On Me (Tonight) | | • | Hope And Pray | | • | Shadows On The Wall | | • | Celtic Sonant | | • | Magic | | • | Never Blame The Rainbows For The Rain |
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A delightful album that brings the band into the 90's June 5, 2007
1 out of 2 found this review helpful
Keys of the Kingdom (1991)
Just purchased this week, as with all Moody Blues Albums it takes a few renditions to form an accurate reflection. The more they are listened too, the more they can be appreciated. Justin Hayward has written all of the tracks unless otherwise referenced.
Again an album that opens with distinct Moody Blues feel, "Say it with Love", a track that would not be out of place in the late 60's. "Bless the wings (that bring you back)", powerful, moving, sincere sounding vocal by Justin with orchestral support, complements the albums first track.
A cheeky little song, "Is this heaven?" a deceptive, up beat, acoustic sounding guitar balled with keyboard, choral and violin plucking harmony support, another loveable song with similar plucky bass guitar. Tap-dancing sequence (Stephen Mear) and intermittent `Hawaiian', style guitar sounds and the little vocal whistling at the end, gives this track a unique ambience of happiness and fun. Progressing with a Moody Blues mainstay rhythmic and vocal harmonies in "Say what you mean 1 & 2", with a voice over reminiscent of the past, another memorable track.
"Lean on me", (J.Lodge) and upbeat track with guitar solo and usual bands vocal harmonies that sits well on the album. "Hope and Pray" Chorus guitar effects empower this track at the start as it picks up the momentum and pace of the album. Justin leads in the harmonic vocals and keyboard sequences to perfection before an emotional guitar solo, which plays out to further beautifully sung lyrics. A wonderful track that concludes with a fading guitar solo.
"Shadows on the wall", (J.Lodge) slight sound of the Beatles in this sound-stopping ballad track, which relaxes the album with mellow voice and intermittent guitar solo. "Once is enough", (Hayward/Lodge) begins with a guitar in overdrive but settles down to the enjoyable Moody Blues vocal harmonies, brass sections and guitar solo interventions. Brass sections may detract but are held well together by the vocals.
"Celtic sonant", (Thomas) this is just great! The deep melodic voice of Ray with this song, adds to the credibility and versatility of the band, an enjoyable song with accompanying harp and harmonic vocals. The call of Sea gulls fade in the distance as the sound of the sea concludes the track. "Magic", (J.Lodge) an attempted heavy rock track, reminiscent of, you may not like this, recent Ozzy Osbourne, sounds just like him. Baritone Sax, brass sequences and screaming guitars underline the track, which may be novel on this album but seems out of place.
"Never blame the rainbows for the rain", (Hayward/Thomas) this concluding track to the album reflects a mellow and softer approach with vocals from Justin and Ray. Support is in the form of vocal harmonies from the band with a country and western style, bottle neck, ending.
In conclusion, when this album was put on CD for the first time these qualities were not apparent and again it is important to listen to the album a few times. It is also important to play these at a fair volume to discover the intricacies and complexity of the sounds otherwise they are lost. The small examples on a website may not reveal these.
This is an excellent album, if you are looking for the same sounds of the 70's, from the `Chore 7' albums then forget it, you will be searching forever. That does not mean that present day tracks do not reflect the past 'Chore 7' albums. This album is no disappointment, the soul of the band is in here and the enjoyments of past albums mentioned are rediscovered.
 Keys to a Kingdom of music May 17, 2004
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
Keys Of The Kingdom...A very deep and spiritual feeling to this album. I particulary love, Bless These Wings.. it digs at your emotions..Is this Heaven does the same in a more refined sense, Hope and Pray Takes you to higher levels of thoughts within the very soul. I love Ray Thomas' Celtic Sonant it's beautiful and at the end of the Album the rare combination of Justin & Ray penned Never Blame The Rainbows For The Rain...This no. could hit the charts if the Moodies released it now...its hit material catchy thought provoking and the music is Pure Moodies class...On the whole this Album reflects the more spiritual side of the Moody Blues a very important side of their music...buy it you must or lose out on a brilliant set of songs.
 Keys Can't Unlock Magical Door January 8, 2003
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Released with no recordings years before and after, the Moody Blues seemed to be searching for a better sound. It's a shame they fell short of their genius. Concert staples like "Say It With Love" and "Lean On Me (Tonight)" are not up to par for a group like the Moody Blues. "Say What You Mean" only grates with it's repetitive lyrics and "Magic" just isn't. However, the album is saved by some nice moody cuts like, "Bless The Wings..." and the lovely "Never Blame The Rainbows For The Rain". It may not be their best work and there is a reason this was not remastered. Regardless, any Moody Blues fan will enjoy it anyway.
Keys Can't Unlock Magical Door December 12, 2002
12 out of 14 found this review helpful
Released with no recordings years before and after, the Moody Blues seemed to be searching for a better sound. It's a shame they fell short of their genius. Concert staples like "Say It With Love" and "Lean On Me (Tonight)" are not up to par for a group like the Moody Blues. "Say What You Mean" only grates with it's repetitive lyrics and "Magic" just isn't. However, the album is saved by some nice moody cuts like, "Bless The Wings..." and the lovely "Never Blame The Rainbows For The Rain". It may not be their best work and there is a reason this was not remastered. Regardless, any Moody Blues fan will enjoy it anyway
Still churning out great melodies February 5, 2002
5 out of 6 found this review helpful
A little older and maybe a little wiser but Justin Hayward and the lads still know how to write fine music. Not one dud track on the whole album this is a must for all fans and also those who want to know what the Moodies are all about.
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