Pink Floyd were an English rock band formed in London in Gaining a following as a psychedelic pop group, [1] [2] [3] they were distinguished for their extended compositions, sonic experimentation, philosophical lyrics and elaborate live shows , and became a leading band of the progressive rock genre. They are one of the most commercially successful and influential bands in popular music history. Under Barrett's leadership, they released two charting singles and a successful debut album, The Piper at the Gates of Dawn

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And, perhaps most crucially, the record had genuine meaning. Toc H. Along with adhering to a cohesive concept, Waters wanted Dark Side to feature lyrics that were more lucid and direct than anything the band had written before.
The campaign to LetTheMusicPlay continues with a focus on the size and scale of the jobs and companies that make up the UK music industry, that require urgent Amongst the jobs are those who transport, set up and run the equipment the musicians rely on, in venues which rely on local staff to do everything from checking tickets and showing you to your seats, to serving food and drink, and keeping everyone safe. Here's the SaucerfulOfSecrets stage, set up and ready for the band thanks to our road crew Jump to.
So, you think you can tell Meddle from The Division Bell? Pink Floyd may be the only rock band that can credibly be compared to both the Beatles and Spinal Tap. He obsessively collects worldwide sales data. Not sales claims ; sales data.