Legendary voice of The Moody Blues, Justin Hayward

MORRISTOWN — Justin Hayward, esteemed vocalist, lead guitarist, and composer of the Moody Blues, brings his acoustic tour to Mayo Performing Arts Center on Sunday, Aug. 30 at 8 p.m. Tickets are $39 to $69.

“We are so looking forward to this tour,” said Hayward. “Julie Ragins [keyboardist/background vocalist], Mike Dawes [acoustic guitar], and I have been overwhelmed by the reception of our live shows during this last year in the USA. To hear every nuance of my acoustic guitars (they are on the road for the first time) and our voices in these venues is a joy. And the USA, like me, is discovering what a fabulous guitar player Mike Dawes is, and I look forward to hearing him play every night, too.”

Hayward followed the release of his latest album of new songs "Spirits Of The Western Sky" (Eagle Rock) with several solo tours. The live DVD, CD, and Blu-ray "Spirits…Live - Live At The Buckhead Theatre" (Eagle Rock Entertainment) was recorded in Atlanta, GA on Aug. 17, 2013, and reached Number 1 on the Billboard Video Chart. This concert film also premiered nationwide on PBS in March 2015, and will continue to air through the year.

“It is a privilege and honor that PBS is broadcasting my live show as part of their pledge drives,” adds Hayward. “PBS has always meant a lot to me - not only for the quality of its programming but for its news, independence, and integrity…a true great comfort to me while I’m on the road.”

Performing and recording for more than 40 years with The Moody Blues, Hayward wrote such beloved songs as “Nights In White Satin,” “Tuesday Afternoon,” “Question,” “The Voice,” and “Your Wildest Dreams.” His prolific songwriting helped earn the band more than 60 million albums sold.

Mayo Performing Arts Center is located at 100 South St. in Morristown. For tickets and more information contact the box office at 973-539-8008 or www.mayoarts.org.