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THE REVIEW
What was rock? When was the apotheosis of purely psychedelic atmospheres and emotions full of mystery reached? The answer lies with PINK FLOYD, who in 1973 released THE DARK SIDE OF THE MOON: a masterpiece. An exceptional record for which the cover alone is worth the purchase. They likely hit the mark. Even today, 30 years after its release, THE DARK SIDE OF THE MOON is one of the top 5 most important albums in rock history. The album's introduction couldn't have been better, expressed by SPEAK TO ME & BREATHE IN THE AIR.
But to reach the first explosion of glory, you have to wait for track number 3: TIME. 7:06 of dreamy sounds and words introduced by a blaring alarm clock. Right after is THE GREAT GIG IN THE SKY, practically a female choir singing to the notes of our idols. Beautiful. Slightly more pop is MONEY, which more than the sounds (the essential jingle of coins and the sound of a cash register) makes the words matter (unlike Pink Floyd's usual style). Another masterpiece is US AND THEM, slow and irritably almost boring at the start, spiced up by a goosebump-inducing chorus. The 2 minutes and 4 seconds of ECLIPSE finally close an album that, more than an album, is undoubtedly a work of art in rock.
It's impossible to choose who to recommend it to. Anyone who loves rock cannot be a true enthusiast if they've never listened to THE DARK SIDE OF THE MOON. From a mystical English band, which now seems a bit lost with the departure of Waters, a genius and ego too erratic and in parallel contrast with that of the other guitarist not much loved by fans: that David Gilmour who, however, continues to be considered the leader of Pink Floyd. What the real soul of the band was is still impossible to determine. And if it were Syd Barrett..?
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This review praises Pink Floyd's 1973 album The Dark Side Of The Moon as a pinnacle of psychedelic rock and one of the top five most important rock albums ever. Highlights include iconic tracks like TIME and MONEY, and its lasting influence 30 years after release. The reviewer reflects on the band's complex dynamics and musical genius. The album is hailed as a must-listen for all rock enthusiasts.Tracklist Lyrics Videos
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Pink Floyd are an English rock band formed in Cambridge in 1965, known for pioneering progressive and psychedelic rock and for landmark albums such as The Dark Side of the Moon, Wish You Were Here and The Wall.236 Reviews
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