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English rock band pioneers of symphonic and progressive rock, renowned for their orchestral fusion and philosophical lyrics.Formed in Birmingham, UK; released landmark album 'Days of Future Passed' (1967); sold over 70 million records; inducted into Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2018.

• Pioneered Mellotron use in rock, creating orchestral sounds without live strings on albums like 'Days of Future Passed'.
• Original guitarist Denny Laine (later of Wings) left in 1966; replaced by Justin Hayward, whose songwriting defined their signature sound.
• Ray Thomas battled prostate cancer and depression before his death in 2018; Graeme Edge retired due to health issues the same year.
• Faced bankruptcy in 1966 after hit singles dried up, rebranding as psychedelic explorers saved their career.
• Mike Pinder quit in 1978 over creative differences and disillusionment with fame, becoming a tech consultant for Atari.