It could be argued that Rock historians have not been kind to The Moody Blues who are rarely mentioned in the same reverential tones as their 1960's prog and psychedelic contemporaries. The Moodies more streamlined sound in the 1980's and beyond is often easily dismissed but any band that is still touring beyond their 40th anniversary deserves the utmost respect. Birmingham has always been considered home territory and they still attract a sizeable crowd to the newly christened LG Arena (formerly the NEC) although save for the occasional nod of the head and tap of the foot the majority remain in their seats until near the climax of the two hour show.

Over the years the band have been whittled down to three core members, Justin Hayward, John Lodge and the evergreen Graeme Edge who has been sat behind the drum kit since 1964. They are supplemented by four additional on stage musicians the most notable being the second drummer who is particularly animated, banging and crashing his way around his huge kit which dwarfs that of Edge. For 'Tuesday Afternoon' the stage is basked in a psychedelic glow whilst the backdrop shows images of the band in their youth. Hayward's voice remains as majestic as ever, each note ringing out crystal clear as they trawl the huge back catalogue for 'I Know Your Out There Somewhere', 'Your Wildest Dreams' and 'The Other Side Of Life'.