Is Pink Floyd's Dark Side of the Moon Still Relevant After 50 Years?

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The discussion revolves around the relevance of Pink Floyd's album "Dark Side of the Moon" after 50 years since its release. Participants reflect on the album's impact, its musical context in 1973, and various interpretations and adaptations of its music, including a reggae version.

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Main Points Raised

  • Some participants recall the unique nature of "Dark Side of the Moon" upon its release and its distinction from other albums of the time.
  • Others mention the Easy Star All Stars' reggae adaptation titled "Dub Side of the Moon" as a noteworthy reinterpretation.
  • Several participants discuss their personal experiences with the album and its lyrics, including some confusion over specific lines attributed to it.
  • There are mentions of other significant albums released in 1973, highlighting the competitive musical landscape of that year.
  • One participant notes the inclusion of Clare Torry's co-credit on "The Great Gig in the Sky" in later releases, emphasizing its importance.
  • Discussion includes the time signature of "Money" and its musical structure, with some participants expressing surprise at its complexity.
  • References to personal listening experiences, including the transition from vinyl to CDs and the impact of radio on music consumption.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express a range of personal reflections and interpretations regarding the album, with no clear consensus on its current relevance or the accuracy of specific lyrics. Disagreements arise over the interpretation of lyrics and the significance of various adaptations.

Contextual Notes

Some participants express uncertainty about specific lyrics and their sources, indicating a reliance on personal memory rather than definitive references. There is also mention of the cultural context of reggae music in relation to the album.

  • #31
strangerep said:
I never really "got" that one -- until I was somewhat older and realized it was about a young girl experiencing her first full-on... <you know>....
I thought it was about dying?
 
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  • #32
strangerep said:
I never really "got" that one -- until I was somewhat older and realized it was about a young girl experiencing her first full-on... <you know>....
The Great Gig in the Sky is undoubtedly about death.

Side one is about the various stages in life. From birth through youth and middle age to old age to death. Moreover, the great "gig" in the sky is where rock musicians go when they die. A classical musician would go to the great concert hall in the sky etc.

Finally, the background voice of the Irish janitor at Abbey Road studios is all about death:

I'm not afraid of dying. There's no reason for it. You've got to go sometime...
 
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  • #33
strangerep said:
I never really "got" that one -- until I was somewhat older and realized it was about a young girl experiencing her first full-on... <you know>....
“Clare Torry didn't really look the part. She was Alan Parsons' idea. We wanted to put a girl on there, screaming orgasmically.”

David Gilmore

I am not sure what he meant by “Did not look the part,” (see below) Anyway the sex reference could be where that originated.

She discusses the session here.



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  • #34
The French call an orgasm la petite mort, so death and sex are perhaps two sides of the same mortal coin.
 
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  • #35
Ok, so there is a Floyd tribute in my town on Sat. Tickets are £20. My son is up so plan is drag him over there.
Son, you WILL like Pink Floyd, if you do not like them there is something wrong with you.
I am banking on genes.
Edit: https://www.hydefestivaltheatre.co.uk/whats-on
 
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  • #37
berkeman said:
It looks like that "Tribute Prism" could use a little work... :wink:

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1973 they had a good stab at it! EDIT: Diffraction angle yes? It's pf so I should have checked.
 
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  • #38
pinball1970 said:
I thought it was about dying?
(Sigh.) Yes, you (and @PeroK) are probably right. Heck, what would I know? I've never been skillful enough to make a girl scream "Oh God! I'm DYING!". :eek:
 
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  • #39
pinball1970 said:
For me classic rock stopped after Ian Gillan left Deep Purple 1972, Led Zeps best albums were behind them 1-4
What about Physical Graffiti and Houses of the Holy? PG has some filler tunes and probably could have been a single rather than double-album (I feel the same about Guns' Use Your Illusion I & II - should have been condensed), but they are still great albums.

In Through the Out Door isn't my favorite, but it has its moments. I think Presence is excellent.
 
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  • #40
Mondayman said:
What about Physical Graffiti and Houses of the Holy? PG has some filler tunes and probably could have been a single rather than double-album (I feel the same about Guns' Use Your Illusion I & II - should have been condensed), but they are still great albums.

In Through the Out Door isn't my favorite, but it has its moments. I think Presence is excellent.
There are some great tracks just not great albums for me after 4. The first 4 were just so good they seem to dip after.
No quarter is great and the only track I prefer live (Song remains the same)
Kashmir is brilliant. Trampled under foot is great.
The rain Song is good but all those strings towards the end put me off a little. Too much.
Perhaps I'll have to give a listen,not heard them in years.

EDIT: Came out of PF and had two alerts waiting. This is one. https://faroutmagazine.co.uk/led-zeppelin-song-john-paul-jones-hates-john-bonham/
 
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From a comment there:
Wish you weren't here
:doh:
 
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  • #42
Rive said:


From a comment there:
Wish you weren't here
:doh:

What a lovely picture, she has his eyes. To be fair B7 is a horrible chord to learn first position. Dad knows best.
 
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  • #43
Rive said:
There is a quite good tribute band here: I hope they will do something 'live':partytime:
... and they did: the whole album :cool:


...and more...
 
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  • #44
Queen launched their debut "Queen" in 1973, with the single "Keep yourself alive". I bought it when I was 13, in 1997. My classmates found that weird. I thought I discovered gold.
 
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