I was 22 years old, when this album was released in 1977. Living in a cheap little pay-by-the-week motel room in South Lake Tahoe. I got off work, bought the album as I walked home from work in the snow.....fired up a bowl & turned down the lights. I had a tiny artificial Christmas tree plugged in.....& sat there in the dark, but for the flashing colored lights......my headphones strapped on & just trippin' to the magic.
I was BORN in 1977, and it took me until college to discover this album. But that’s the beauty of music, ya know? Music recorded before I even existed became a significant part of who I am. And it ain’t like shit has changed. The message of this album, the picture it paints of modern life, was every bit as resonant in the late 90s when I discovered it as it was in ‘77, and is every bit as resonant now in [checks date] 2021.
I did basically the same thing on a lake in Minnesota as a teenager in 2003. Good times. I still remember my first time listening to a few different Floyd songs.
First time I heard this was over 40 years ago late at night, alone, in an old mining shack in the desert with the wind blowing outside about 30-40 mph. I was shook.
Wow Daniel! Me & my friends ( who, to this day are still testing tanks there) in an adobe house in the AZ Sonora Desert - 40 years ago, a small living room with black light, a 3ft. bong, & ice cold keg of Heineken.. To you my man!
I heard it about the same time, only I was on a tiny overnight ferry crossing the Mediterranean from Kos to Kalymnos. It had room for 20 people. A storm came up and we all thought we were going to die. Someone had a walkman and he let me listen to the whole album. It was a trip I'll never forget.
And you've barely scratched the surface! Nothing "cliche" about Pink Floyd "touching your soul".They've done that for so many millions of people for 50 years now. If people are listening to music 400 years from now they'll still be listening to Pink Floyd.
I actually laughed when he said it sounded cliche that it touched his soul. Probably the most universal sentiment for us that reacted 50 years ago to now.
For a “new” Pink Floyd listener, as this gentleman seems to be, is looking for inspiration from their enormous collection, what is a never ending comfort for me has been, Great Gig in the Sky. Every time I have had a surgical procedure, and there have been plenty, I listen to this song as I am being medicated for surgery. It always makes me think of Heaven in case things go wrong. Comfort while drifting of to sleep.
I can get so emotional just watching your reaction listening to these unbelievably great songs that I have listening to since the early 70's. We knew how good this music was back then but to see it transcend decades and still give others the same feeling that I had when I first heard it is just so , so pleasing.
I've said this on 4 if his reactions. This dude would get it, and prolly tear, at least get chills. Dude has the best pink floyd reactions on UA-cam, we just need more shit
I saw Pink Floyd during their Animals tour in 1977 at the Olympic Stadium in Montreal. It was fantastic! Us young Vermonters were down on the grass surrounded by French Canadians tripping hard. We all danced together all night as they spun the music around the stadium. So good. I'm so glad I was a teen in the 1970's in northern Vermont and so close to Montreal, one of the greatest cities in the world. Watching reaction videos has made me appreciate that time even more.
I've introduced a lot of people to Pink Floyd and I always love seeing the look on their faces when the tempo changes or a transition within the song happens. That's probably why I like watching this video it's emotional music
I was 20 when this came out, and I was fortunate to see them on this tour in MSG. At the time (mid-70's), we were surrounded by so much good music, so much variety, such originality, and amazing musicianship. That was the rock era back then. And you took it for granted because the riches were so easy to be had. Only now, upon reflection back, do I realize we didn't know how good we had it. While certainly standouts, Pink Floyd was far from the only "huge" popular band of the time. That same summer I saw all of the following: Led Zeppelin, Eagles, ELP, Return to Forever, Dave Mason, Al Stewart, Kansas - all within 3-4 months. But as time goes on, the true genius works stand tall. And of all of them, I say that Floyd's catalogue will stand the test of time and , like Mozart, Bach, & Beethoven, will still be played 100's of years from now. Watching you get completely absorbed in this song proves their music is universal and timeless.
A Floyd album that is much overlooked is OBSCURED BY CLOUDS ...Do yourself a favor and check out on this album the songs "The Gold It's In The?" or "Childhood's End" or "Free Four" or "Stay"..... BUT I would suggest my all time favorite Floyd song "Wot's...UH the Deal" the whole album is about getting older and again and ones dreams...both those realized and those not achieved, .The lyric/messages/themes are a major part of this album
years ago I saw the movie "The Valley", because of its soundtrack... well, the movie stands on its own. however; it was delightful when, whenever music would start playing- it was Pink Floyd. peace.
Revisit these lyrics and identify how they connote with people you might know. The Dogs, Pigs, and Sheep are perfect metaphors for all of the people we know and interact with..
I’ve been listening to Pink Floyd for 40+ years and still remain in awe of their music,especially David Gilmour who never ceases to amaze me. Pink Floyd forever XO. Yeah 🎵🎶😍
My advice to you young man... Listen to ALL of those Pink Floyd songs over and over until you know them by heart... HELL, WE DID! 😊 (at least those of us that grew up in the 70's / 80's)
The album Animals has lyrics based on the political parable Animal Farm by George Orwell. The pigs were the politicians, the dogs were the greedy business men, and the sheep were us. It's my favorite Floyd album.
I remember a girl challenging me to name my favourite Pink Floyd song, to see if I was a 'real' fan. When I said 'Dogs'... she'd never heard it & didn't even know the Animals album existed... so much for being a 'real' fan!! You're on one hell of a sonic journey D... there's a lot more where this came from!!
I've been a fan of Pink Floyd since first hearing 'Dark Side of the Moon' in 1975. The thing about their music is.....depending on where I'm at in my life experience.....the meanings of the songs will change, if you know what I mean. I'll go back & forth between WHICH one of their albums might be my favorite. 'Animals' seems to be the one I find myself returning to most often though.....
Every member of the band on top of their game and whilst everyone mentions Gilmour and Waters or even Wright, Nick Masons drumming was always on point!
Brian Humphries (Engineer on Animals) thought that Masons drumming should have been even more prominent in the mix as it was very good and Ricks Keyboards are up there to.
Their albums are amazing. Playing Animals and the Wall from start to finish....hands down my therapy go to. 💜 a couple more to cherry pick: fearless, on the turning away, and learning to fly.
Also wanted to point out the stone metaphor in this song. Roger used it in a few songs. You might remember it in Hey, You. The stone symbolizes the burdens we carry through life.
At 19, I introduced my girlfriend to Pink Floyd. She could not believe how rich the music was. She normally listed to Madonna. Not an indictment, just different. We married and divorced. 30 years later, we still talk. She recently, brought up how much she enjoyed being introduced to Pink Floyd.
Listen to The Great Gig in the Sky, this song will take your soul tear it out, show it to you and put it back slightly altered. Also the female vocal in this song was done in one take, listen and you will understand.
Claire Torry improvised the vocals in Great Gig. If I remember rightly they went with her third attempt after she told them there was no way she could top it. The ultimate "primal scream".
Lyrically, musically, production wise, guitar, vocals... the band has few peers. Gotta do 'Dark Side of the Moon' from beginning to end. Two or three songs at a time as they all blend into each other. Or you can do side one all at once, and post it piecemeal as you wish. Then side two. You've already heard "Time" from this album, but don't skip over it should you do it or you'll ruin the flow.
Always loved the Animals album! Their two previous albums, (DSOTM, and WYWH), featured an extended band, smooth and relaxing sax solos, and Female backup singers, (which I DID LOVE), but Animals went back to the original band doing their own thing, and rocking it out! I do realize they had to have an extra guitarist, (Snowy White), to play this live. The bulk of this album was written and performed back before Wish You were Here. By the time this album was made, they changed the lyrics around, but had perfected the music! It was changed enough to fit into the “concept”! Many considered it harsh and bitter, and certainly much harsher than the smooth previous albums. I loved it, because it was the core band rocking out more than ever before!
"Animals" boils down all of humanity down to dogs, pigs, and sheep. As with other Pink Floyd records, listening to the whole album puts it all into perspective. Again, a great reaction video D. Keep them coming.
Great job on the Pink Floyd journey, my brother. You’re bringing me on the journey again- I first went on it about 40 yrs ago- the music still feels the same- it’s still lifts my mood, but can be dark and haunting too- incredible, timeless artistry at the genius level.
I was 20 and a year out of high school when the album dropped. I was supposed to go the the concert in Miami but got sick and my friends still talk about that experience. This is my personal favorite song by Pink Floyd (Shine on you Crazy Diamond, close second). D. Mont, you remind me of my 30 year old nephew that passed in a motorcycle accident three years ago. I'm caucasian, he was Puerto Rican but as much a son as my biological sons. He loved the old (good) music, all genres and I was his music mentor when it came to the rock classic bands. Pink Floyd was and is my favorite and I thought of him as I watched this song and a couple others with you. Thank you brother and peace out; you brought back some good memories of Pink Floyd and rock in general and some great memories of listening with and teaching my nephew, rest in peace. Listen to some old Cat Stevens, "Tea for the Tillerman" and "Teaser and the Firecat"
I've been a fan of Pink Floyd since the Dark Side of the Moon album in 1973. I saw them live in 1980 at the Nassau Coliseum In Uniondale NY performing The Wall. The most incredible, phenomenal, show I've ever seen! And that's what is was too, not only a concert, but a SHOW! They only performed a few shows of the Wall concert here in the states, 3 on the east coast and 3 on the west coast. It was quite an accomplishment being able to get tickets to any of those shows, especially since Pink Floyd consistently sold out ALL their concerts! I was in a Rock band back in those days, and Pink Floyd was the only bands we did NOT even try to cover,........why you ask? Too complicated and difficult to replicate most of their music. I don't know if you've seen any Comfortably Numb videos, but I'd like to recommend two different concert videos for you to watch, both epic concert in their own right. The first one is from the Pulse Concert in 1994, a tremendous solo and ending, It'll give you an idea of the kind of show PF use to put on. The second one is from the Live8 concert in 2005. In that concert the 4 original members of the band, (excluding Sid Barret who left the band in 1968), were reunited for the first time in 24 years!! Yeah they look older, but they sound just the same, unbelievable!
This is my favourite album of all time. It's young people like you experiencing this for the first time and feeling the 'music reaching your soul' as you say, that gives me the chance to 're-experience' their masterpiece creations again! Thanks for your honest and emotional share!
It's so touching to see how it moved you. I've heard it hundreds of times but if I haven't heard it for a while it still leaves me speechless...and tearful.
You can think of Pink Floyd having three distinct phases to their albums, Pre Dark Side Of The Moon (1965-1972), the Dark Side of The Moon era (1973-1983) and the Gilmour years (1987-) 1. Dark Side Of The Moon (1973) 2. Wish You Were Here (1975) 3. Animals (1977) 4.The Wall (1979) 5. The Division Bell (1994) 6. Meddle (1971) There's a lot more, but these would be my top pick for a first-time listener.
Yes, great summary, Dr. It would be interesting to see what Mr. Mont thinks of some very old Pink Floyd such as Saucer full of Secrets but also the stuff from around 65
Been listening to Floyd since I was 17. I'm 40 now and I still do. I don't think anyone will ever come close to this band again. There's just no comparison.
As soon as Pink Floyd starts playing the entire Universe opens up and everything and everybody embrace their true proportions . This is how you realize what life is about .
I appreciate your first listen videos - you get it. Listen from beginning to end without pausing the tracks to comment. You sir, are aces in my book! Thanks for sharing, I love seeing Pink Floyd's legacy live through the younger generations (my daughter loves them, as well). Part of me feel the newer generations finding Pink Floyd for the first time appreciate the music more than mine did (I was 16 when this album came out) because so many of my peers were getting high in order to listen, to 'get in their head-space'. Like it was a requirement! Not me, I'm like you: the music IS the trip, and always will be. Thanks again, and rock on!
Moody Blues started the idea of what is called a concept album (a piece of music that deals with a single or theme) Pink Floyd took the concept album to the next level and their albums were meant to be listened to from beginning to end (that's when they really blow your mind!).
Few song of Pink Floyd .. Wish you we're here .. Coming back to life ( live to Pulse 1994).. High Hopes ( Pulse concert ) ... on the turning away 👍 ... Echoes ( live to Pompei )
Pink Floyd Animals came out in the Spring of 1977 of my Senior year in high school. This album was playing everywhere in 1977 during the summer of playing frisbee in parks, partying, and just chilling. To this day i break it out every Spring for the last 40 + years.
I was 15 in 1977, saw them at the Omni Coliseum, Atlanta GA, still have my ticket stub. A pink Floyd was more than a concert, it was an experience never to be forgotten.
I saw Roger Waters live a couple of years ago and when they played Dogs, I cried so badly!!! This is by far my favorite song ever and no, you're not being cliché...is a fact, Pink Floyd's music speak to your soul!! They're the best band in the whole universe!!! I love watching your reactions to their songs because is like I feel whenever I listen to them... thank you so much for sharing!!
Pink Floyd has songs that move me into another channel of feeling. Dogs is perhaps tops along with Childhood's End, Time, Shine on You Crazy Diamond, Echoes and The Thin Ice.
Hey dude. I first heard pink floyd when i was 12. Im now 55 and they are still my fav band. Seeing your reaction to these songs for the first time gives me the same feeling. Even though ive heard them over and over , everytime feels like the first time for me. Cheers.
Pink Floyd's name was derived from the given names of two black musicians whose Piedmont blues records Sid Barrett had in his collection, Pink Anderson and Floyd Council. Check them out on Goggle. I call Pink Floyd's sound blues rock.
Shine On You Crazy Diamond without the music video please. You will go on a journey my good man. So grateful you’re continuing to listen to Floyd. Don’t be shy of Led Zeppelin, just throwing it out there!
i was 8 when i first heard this,my brother came into our bedroom and put this on,while i was trying to sleep,..i soon woke up,to this tune,i couldnt stop listening to this,and now in my fifties i still listen to it as thho it was my first time..wow!!
I saw your other vids on Pink Floyd and I immediately checked to see if you'd heard this one! It's up there with Time and Hey You for my favorites by them. Mother is a really different sounding song by them, but really great too.
Some other great Floyd songs that people might not suggest are The Gunner's Dream, The Final Cut, and Two Suns In the Sunset; all off the Final Cut album. Definitely worth a listen.
Great reaction! This is part of a trio of songs that... you guessed it... all flow together. Follow this one up with Pigs and Sheep. If you're curious about more Floyd that's not from concept albums, try One of These Days and St. Tropez. For some great back-to-back tunes, try Welcome to the Machine / Have a Cigar (about the music industry).
So glad to share music that I love with you! Don't have anyone around who has my taste in music...at least didn't until I found you! All Floyd is fantastic but I love The Wall and Dark Side the best.
Their album "dark side of the moon holds the record for most weeks on the billboard top 200 albums, a total of over 950 weeks, the album cover is classed and been awarded the best cover of all time, this should be your first full album experience, followed by wish you were here, animals and the wall and the final cut for some emotional tunes, earlier records are brilliant but expect some psychodelic stuff with the really early stuff, the years after the final cut are brilliant too but this after the main lyricist left, but the music is insanely brilliant, the concert footage of the pulse album also needs to be watched, pink floyd pretty much invented the amazing lighting at concerts, and the pink floyd early footage of echoes live in pompeii is brilliant too
Also, "One of these days" from their Meddle album. Old school Pink Floyd. "Set the controls for the heart of the sun" from the Ummagumma album. And for a bit of fun, "Several species of small furry animals gathered in a cave and grooving with a Pict", also in Ummagumma
The best band ever. All of Animals, all of Dark Side, all of Meddle, all of Wish You Were Here. Then The Wall which feels like a completely different journey.
This song never fails to move me. Full of depth and darkness, a real scathing take on how this society chews up and spits out the person who tries to fulfil those expectations. And the comparison with what happens to a lot of dogs when they get old and sick is just so sad and fitting.
I cannot choose a fav album of this band, but Animals is definitely up there! This is a concept album, look into the lyrics.. there is a story/facts being told throughout the whole album. This album is like reading a book, and was influenced by the book Animal Farm by George Orwell. (it is real relevant even today). The only downside to this album is that it is somewhat short, otherwise a 10/10 - Masterpiece! please check out more Pink Floyd AKA best Rock band in history, and have fun on your journey!
Pink Floyd channel.. Now there's an idea. Haha reel loud... Love watching your reactions. Brother I'm right there with you since 1974. My first time. ✌👊🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘
It's so nice to see this obviously nice guy digging a song I have loved for 40 years. Also the transition from Gilmour vocals to Waters is so inspired.
do 'Shine On You Crazy Diamond Parts I - V ' (without the video!) next, I guarantee you'll be pleased xD. It's probably my fav Pink Foyd track and also the starting track of the album 'Wish You Were Here'. If you want the 'full' PF experience you could then do the next four tracks on the same album subsequently. I think you'll enjoy the songs more if you keep them in the context of both the message of the album and it's sound/style.
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I'm always slightly envious of people getting to hear this stuff for the first time 😉
Totally agree! Envious of people getting to hear that guitar solo for the first time (you all know which guitar solo I mean :)
I feel bad for them
Agreed
DUDE EXACTLY!
You are not the only one
I was 22 years old, when this album was released in 1977. Living in a cheap little pay-by-the-week motel room in South Lake Tahoe. I got off work, bought the album as I walked home from work in the snow.....fired up a bowl & turned down the lights. I had a tiny artificial Christmas tree plugged in.....& sat there in the dark, but for the flashing colored lights......my headphones strapped on & just trippin' to the magic.
What you just described sounds absolutely blissful. Cheers my friend.
wow, you just made me feel nostalgia for a time I didn't even live. Just like Pink Floyd does.
I was BORN in 1977, and it took me until college to discover this album. But that’s the beauty of music, ya know? Music recorded before I even existed became a significant part of who I am. And it ain’t like shit has changed. The message of this album, the picture it paints of modern life, was every bit as resonant in the late 90s when I discovered it as it was in ‘77, and is every bit as resonant now in [checks date] 2021.
@@SG_Acid yep, I think that's a key to something, somewhere, or something... peace.
I did basically the same thing on a lake in Minnesota as a teenager in 2003. Good times. I still remember my first time listening to a few different Floyd songs.
Animals - Dark Side of the Moon - The Wall - Wish You Were Here. All of those albums are a masterpiece from beginning to end.
Meddle is # 1. That was and is their opus
@Brewer 91 was gonna say that too. Echoes is a 23 minute masterpiece.
@@bennymartinez5532 its quality. For instrumental
Yup. White people music..lol
Don't forget The Final Cut
When I watch someone who is new to PF reacting to their music I find myself saying "Here it comes...get ready" LOL.
😂😂😂
You know it
Yep here comes
First time I heard this was over 40 years ago late at night, alone, in an old mining shack in the desert with the wind blowing outside about 30-40 mph. I was shook.
Wow Daniel! Me & my friends ( who, to this day are still testing tanks there) in an adobe house in the AZ Sonora Desert - 40 years ago, a small living room with black light, a 3ft. bong, & ice cold keg of Heineken.. To you my man!
I heard it about the same time, only I was on a tiny overnight ferry crossing the Mediterranean from Kos to Kalymnos. It had room for 20 people. A storm came up and we all thought we were going to die. Someone had a walkman and he let me listen to the whole album. It was a trip I'll never forget.
😲❤️❤️
I'm only a highschool freshman as of this year and I just heard this song for the first time today, Animals might be one of my new favorite albums.
That would have been great!.
And you've barely scratched the surface! Nothing "cliche" about Pink Floyd "touching your soul".They've done that for so many millions of people for 50 years now.
If people are listening to music 400 years from now they'll still be listening to Pink Floyd.
I actually laughed when he said it sounded cliche that it touched his soul. Probably the most universal sentiment for us that reacted 50 years ago to now.
yep
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Pink Floyd does go deep in the soul. That's what most people love about them. So glad you enjoyed the Floyd!
Absolute pure perfection. Those guys are extremely talented, so glad i dug through my dads old vinyls and found The Wall. Peace brother
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For a “new” Pink Floyd listener, as this gentleman seems to be, is looking for inspiration from their enormous collection, what is a never ending comfort for me has been, Great Gig in the Sky. Every time I have had a surgical procedure, and there have been plenty, I listen to this song as I am being medicated for surgery. It always makes me think of Heaven in case things go wrong. Comfort while drifting of to sleep.
If there's no Pink Floyd in heaven I ain't going 😂
Geez. That's heavy. Bless you.
That's is my actual favorite Floyd song ever. Like EVER.
there truly is no recreating this song. amazing I think.
I have no suggestions, just am so damn glad you're diving in. Enjoy the swim.
I can get so emotional just watching your reaction listening to these unbelievably great songs that I have listening to since the early 70's. We knew how good this music was back then but to see it transcend decades and still give others the same feeling that I had when I first heard it is just so , so pleasing.
Man, memories...listening to Floyd stoned as a teenager....damn, life was good!
Hell ya take us back, today sucks
Still good, stoned as an Adult...
Pink Floyd is the greatest rock band of all time. Fight me.
I won't fight you, I will stand shoulder to shoulder with you and help you take on all that oppose that statement.
that makes three of us
I am joining too...
Count me in as well 🤘
Im in
Another great song by them is “the great gig in the sky”.
Totally! Got my vote! 😊🐰 #ENRGYZRBunny
I've said this on 4 if his reactions. This dude would get it, and prolly tear, at least get chills.
Dude has the best pink floyd reactions on UA-cam, we just need more shit
Guaranteed to feel this one and will definitely tear up
The vocals were done by a young, Irish Catholic nun. Roger Waters gave her minimal instructions and she did that in, I believe, one take.
It will plow his mind. Jet the background on the song FIRST!
I saw Pink Floyd during their Animals tour in 1977 at the Olympic Stadium in Montreal. It was fantastic! Us young Vermonters were down on the grass surrounded by French Canadians tripping hard. We all danced together all night as they spun the music around the stadium. So good. I'm so glad I was a teen in the 1970's in northern Vermont and so close to Montreal, one of the greatest cities in the world. Watching reaction videos has made me appreciate that time even more.
I've introduced a lot of people to Pink Floyd and I always love seeing the look on their faces when the tempo changes or a transition within the song happens. That's probably why I like watching this video it's emotional music
David Gilmour's best work i think. He plays all 4 guitar parts plus the fretless bass on this one.
Pretty sure he also plays fretless on Hey You, if I'm not mistaken.
@@RatBastardDan he also plays the bass on sheep
@@RatBastardDan Yup.
Agree. Everyone says Comfortably numb is his best solo, but i think the solos on dogs is his best work.
@@kingjames1308 yep
I was 20 when this came out, and I was fortunate to see them on this tour in MSG. At the time (mid-70's), we were surrounded by so much good music, so much variety, such originality, and amazing musicianship. That was the rock era back then. And you took it for granted because the riches were so easy to be had. Only now, upon reflection back, do I realize we didn't know how good we had it. While certainly standouts, Pink Floyd was far from the only "huge" popular band of the time. That same summer I saw all of the following: Led Zeppelin, Eagles, ELP, Return to Forever, Dave Mason, Al Stewart, Kansas - all within 3-4 months. But as time goes on, the true genius works stand tall. And of all of them, I say that Floyd's catalogue will stand the test of time and , like Mozart, Bach, & Beethoven, will still be played 100's of years from now. Watching you get completely absorbed in this song proves their music is universal and timeless.
And now by the same album SHEEP...I love this.
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then obviously Pigs... the holy trilogy of Floyd...
A Floyd album that is much overlooked is OBSCURED BY CLOUDS ...Do yourself a favor and check out on this album the songs "The Gold It's In The?" or "Childhood's End" or "Free Four" or "Stay"..... BUT I would suggest my all time favorite Floyd song "Wot's...UH the Deal" the whole album is about getting older and again and ones dreams...both those realized and those not achieved, .The lyric/messages/themes are a major part of this album
years ago I saw the movie "The Valley", because of its soundtrack... well, the movie stands on its own. however; it was delightful when, whenever music would start playing- it was Pink Floyd. peace.
Such an incredible album
I just discovered this album myself and am in love with it. Same songs are my favorites too. Very different album from them but it’s a hidden gem.
Free four !!!!
@@jessesheehan225 Meddle is the album that started the post Syd Pink Floyd and Echoes a great song
Revisit these lyrics and identify how they connote with people you might know. The Dogs, Pigs, and Sheep are perfect metaphors for all of the people we know and interact with..
You used connote, not an everyday word. Most would have said connect. I Like it!!
What a lovely comment and so heart felt to see a new generation experiencing pink Floyd
I’ve been listening to Pink Floyd for 40+ years and still remain in awe of their music,especially David Gilmour who never ceases to amaze me. Pink Floyd forever XO. Yeah 🎵🎶😍
My advice to you young man... Listen to ALL of those Pink Floyd songs over and over until you know them by heart... HELL, WE DID! 😊 (at least those of us that grew up in the 70's / 80's)
The album Animals has lyrics based on the political parable Animal Farm by George Orwell. The pigs were the politicians, the dogs were the greedy business men, and the sheep were us. It's my favorite Floyd album.
“They got the dogs barking in key.” 🤣
I remember a girl challenging me to name my favourite Pink Floyd song, to see if I was a 'real' fan. When I said 'Dogs'... she'd never heard it & didn't even know the Animals album existed... so much for being a 'real' fan!! You're on one hell of a sonic journey D... there's a lot more where this came from!!
It's great to see people rediscovering one of my favorites bands of all time!! You watch 'em... we'll watch 'em with you!! \m/
Try 'Echoes' from the Meddle album 1971 .. It will blow your mind!!
I've been a fan of Pink Floyd since first hearing 'Dark Side of the Moon' in 1975. The thing about their music is.....depending on where I'm at in my life experience.....the meanings of the songs will change, if you know what I mean. I'll go back & forth between WHICH one of their albums might be my favorite. 'Animals' seems to be the one I find myself returning to most often though.....
Pink Floyd is my favorite band. They based all their music on their own personal life experiences and what they saw going on in the world around them.
Every member of the band on top of their game and whilst everyone mentions Gilmour and Waters or even Wright, Nick Masons drumming was always on point!
Brian Humphries (Engineer on Animals) thought that Masons drumming should have been even more prominent in the mix as it was very good and Ricks Keyboards are up there to.
Individually yes, as a band they were having fights already with Roger... Sad!
I have goose bumps all over again,everything is so relevant now.These guys so far ahead of their time.Definitely so under rated!!
Now you need to check out the Echos live at Pompeii video for the full visual experience
Their albums are amazing. Playing Animals and the Wall from start to finish....hands down my therapy go to. 💜 a couple more to cherry pick: fearless, on the turning away, and learning to fly.
I love on the turning away. I was listening to in my car today
Love your MJ photo in background. That shot and this song are forever masterpieces
Also wanted to point out the stone metaphor in this song. Roger used it in a few songs. You might remember it in Hey, You. The stone symbolizes the burdens we carry through life.
I’m SO digging your Floyd videos. Congratulations, you’ve sonically “arrived”. Just gets better every time.
They are absolutely, without a doubt, my favorite band. It makes me emotional to hear you say that oml
At 19, I introduced my girlfriend to Pink Floyd. She could not believe how rich the music was. She normally listed to Madonna. Not an indictment, just different. We married and divorced. 30 years later, we still talk. She recently, brought up how much she enjoyed being introduced to Pink Floyd.
And of course shine on you crazy diamond is a MUST haha such a great song
Dude I agree. My two favorite Floyd Songs. Dogs has the best guitar work period and shine on you crazy diamond has the best riff
Dave Gilmour's guitar on this track is nothing short of sublime.....
they're special. and another of their specials is 'Time (live at Pulse 1994)'
Enjoy
Listen to The Great Gig in the Sky, this song will take your soul tear it out, show it to you and put it back slightly altered. Also the female vocal in this song was done in one take, listen and you will understand.
Claire Torry improvised the vocals in Great Gig. If I remember rightly they went with her third attempt after she told them there was no way she could top it. The ultimate "primal scream".
They paid her a pittance of a day rate, but later gave her something approaching appropriate compensation. . . And a writing credit.
Dude, he has to do Great Gig! It'll blow his fucking mind!!!! He has the most appropriate reactions that I've come across so far.
Clare started on a 3rd take, but felt she couldn’t top her 2nd one…that’s the one the band went with. ✌🏼
Lyrically, musically, production wise, guitar, vocals... the band has few peers.
Gotta do 'Dark Side of the Moon' from beginning to end. Two or three songs at a time as they all blend into each other. Or you can do side one all at once, and post it piecemeal as you wish. Then side two. You've already heard "Time" from this album, but don't skip over it should you do it or you'll ruin the flow.
Always loved the Animals album! Their two previous albums, (DSOTM, and WYWH), featured an extended band, smooth and relaxing sax solos, and Female backup singers, (which I DID LOVE), but Animals went back to the original band doing their own thing, and rocking it out! I do realize they had to have an extra guitarist, (Snowy White), to play this live. The bulk of this album was written and performed back before Wish You were Here. By the time this album was made, they changed the lyrics around, but had perfected the music! It was changed enough to fit into the “concept”! Many considered it harsh and bitter, and certainly much harsher than the smooth previous albums. I loved it, because it was the core band rocking out more than ever before!
"Animals" boils down all of humanity down to dogs, pigs, and sheep. As with other Pink Floyd records, listening to the whole album puts it all into perspective. Again, a great reaction video D. Keep them coming.
Great job on the Pink Floyd journey, my brother. You’re bringing me on the journey again- I first went on it about 40 yrs ago- the music still feels the same- it’s still lifts my mood, but can be dark and haunting too- incredible, timeless artistry at the genius level.
Bit with all the synths and the computerised sounding barking is one of the most fabulous sounding pieces of music ever recorded.
The 'feeling' I love most most about this song is the 'feel' of a pack of wolves running after prey!
Seeing it live with surround sound is simply indescribable.
I was 20 and a year out of high school when the album dropped. I was supposed to go the the concert in Miami but got sick and my friends still talk about that experience. This is my personal favorite song by Pink Floyd (Shine on you Crazy Diamond, close second).
D. Mont, you remind me of my 30 year old nephew that passed in a motorcycle accident three years ago. I'm caucasian, he was Puerto Rican but as much a son as my biological sons. He loved the old (good) music, all genres and I was his music mentor when it came to the rock classic bands. Pink Floyd was and is my favorite and I thought of him as I watched this song and a couple others with you. Thank you brother and peace out; you brought back some good memories of Pink Floyd and rock in general and some great memories of listening with and teaching my nephew, rest in peace. Listen to some old Cat Stevens, "Tea for the Tillerman" and "Teaser and the Firecat"
I’ve been listening to this album for 22 years, and I still react like this every time. It’s a masterpiece
I've been a fan of Pink Floyd since the Dark Side of the Moon album in 1973. I saw them live in 1980 at the Nassau Coliseum In Uniondale NY performing The Wall. The most incredible, phenomenal, show I've ever seen! And that's what is was too, not only a concert, but a SHOW! They only performed a few shows of the Wall concert here in the states, 3 on the east coast and 3 on the west coast. It was quite an accomplishment being able to get tickets to any of those shows, especially since Pink Floyd consistently sold out ALL their concerts!
I was in a Rock band back in those days, and Pink Floyd was the only bands we did NOT even try to cover,........why you ask? Too complicated and difficult to replicate most of their music.
I don't know if you've seen any Comfortably Numb videos, but I'd like to recommend two different concert videos for you to watch, both epic concert in their own right. The first one is from the Pulse Concert in 1994, a tremendous solo and ending, It'll give you an idea of the kind of show PF use to put on. The second one is from the Live8 concert in 2005. In that concert the 4 original members of the band, (excluding Sid Barret who left the band in 1968), were reunited for the first time in 24 years!!
Yeah they look older, but they sound just the same, unbelievable!
13.51 in , see his face then..... that lyric always floors folk.
I used to listen to this all the time, especially when on a long drive. Priceless. Magic.
This album is based on the book 'Animal Farm' by George Orwell
This is my favourite album of all time. It's young people like you experiencing this for the first time and feeling the 'music reaching your soul' as you say, that gives me the chance to 're-experience' their masterpiece creations again! Thanks for your honest and emotional share!
It's so touching to see how it moved you. I've heard it hundreds of times but if I haven't heard it for a while it still leaves me speechless...and tearful.
I love your passion for music. I'd love to go to a concert with you some day
You can think of Pink Floyd having three distinct phases to their albums, Pre Dark Side Of The Moon (1965-1972), the Dark Side of The Moon era (1973-1983) and the Gilmour years (1987-)
1. Dark Side Of The Moon (1973)
2. Wish You Were Here (1975)
3. Animals (1977)
4.The Wall (1979)
5. The Division Bell (1994)
6. Meddle (1971)
There's a lot more, but these would be my top pick for a first-time listener.
These would probably be my picks as well
I agree with your distinction of phases or eras, although a would add a Syd/post Syd’s era.
Definitely my picks as well. If you ever feel down and totally out try The Final Cut. Just don't go for the actual final cut, IF you know what I mean.
Obscured by Clouds is really good. Seems like it doesn't get enough love.
Yes, great summary, Dr. It would be interesting to see what Mr. Mont thinks of some very old Pink Floyd such as Saucer full of Secrets but also the stuff from around 65
That's a great description, Pink Floyd was definitely ahead of their time. If they put this music out today it would sound fresh.
Been listening to Floyd since I was 17. I'm 40 now and I still do. I don't think anyone will ever come close to this band again. There's just no comparison.
As soon as Pink Floyd starts playing the entire Universe opens up and everything and everybody embrace their true proportions . This is how you realize what life is about .
I appreciate your first listen videos - you get it. Listen from beginning to end without pausing the tracks to comment. You sir, are aces in my book! Thanks for sharing, I love seeing Pink Floyd's legacy live through the younger generations (my daughter loves them, as well). Part of me feel the newer generations finding Pink Floyd for the first time appreciate the music more than mine did (I was 16 when this album came out) because so many of my peers were getting high in order to listen, to 'get in their head-space'. Like it was a requirement!
Not me, I'm like you: the music IS the trip, and always will be.
Thanks again, and rock on!
Love your reactions man!! Keep going, fun to watch someone get hooked so hard. Be safe.
Moody Blues started the idea of what is called a concept album (a piece of music that deals with a single or theme) Pink Floyd took the concept album to the next level and their albums were meant to be listened to from beginning to end (that's when they really blow your mind!).
Went to this Pink Floyd concert back in the ‘70s, It was GREAT.
Great reaction, this band digs deep into your soul, I’m 70 and been listening to this Floyd since the beginning, still listening to them every day ❤
Rock on!
Few song of Pink Floyd .. Wish you we're here .. Coming back to life ( live to Pulse 1994).. High Hopes ( Pulse concert ) ... on the turning away 👍 ... Echoes ( live to Pompei )
SORROW - LIVE
Pink Floyd Animals came out in the Spring of 1977 of my Senior year in high school. This album was playing everywhere in 1977 during the summer of playing frisbee in parks, partying, and just chilling. To this day i break it out every Spring for the last 40 + years.
Do a whole Pink Floyd album!! Only way to fully appreciate them.
Love your reactions. Keep it up, and thank you
I was 15 in 1977, saw them at the Omni Coliseum, Atlanta GA, still have my ticket stub. A pink Floyd was more than a concert, it was an experience never to be forgotten.
I saw Roger Waters live a couple of years ago and when they played Dogs, I cried so badly!!! This is by far my favorite song ever and no, you're not being cliché...is a fact, Pink Floyd's music speak to your soul!! They're the best band in the whole universe!!! I love watching your reactions to their songs because is like I feel whenever I listen to them... thank you so much for sharing!!
This song has some of the best transitions ever.
These reactions fill my heart to bursting point. I absolutely love this band, nothing else in the world like it.
Pink Floyd has songs that move me into another channel of feeling. Dogs is perhaps tops along with Childhood's End, Time, Shine on You Crazy Diamond, Echoes and The Thin Ice.
Watching someone listen to all of Pink Floyd’s songs for the first time is like watching your friend having their first psychedelic experience
Hey dude. I first heard pink floyd when i was 12. Im now 55 and they are still my fav band. Seeing your reaction to these songs for the first time gives me the same feeling.
Even though ive heard them over and over , everytime feels like the first time for me. Cheers.
Pink Floyd's name was derived from the given names of two black musicians whose Piedmont blues records Sid Barrett had in his collection, Pink Anderson and Floyd Council. Check them out on Goggle. I call Pink Floyd's sound blues rock.
Shine On You Crazy Diamond without the music video please. You will go on a journey my good man. So grateful you’re continuing to listen to Floyd. Don’t be shy of Led Zeppelin, just throwing it out there!
YES!!!! Forget being distracted by videos.... JUST the MUSIC --- It will take you where videos can't!!!!!
i was 8 when i first heard this,my brother came into our bedroom and put this on,while i was trying to sleep,..i soon woke up,to this tune,i couldnt stop listening to this,and now in my fifties i still listen to it as thho it was my first time..wow!!
I saw your other vids on Pink Floyd and I immediately checked to see if you'd heard this one! It's up there with Time and Hey You for my favorites by them.
Mother is a really different sounding song by them, but really great too.
Some other great Floyd songs that people might not suggest are The Gunner's Dream, The Final Cut, and Two Suns In the Sunset; all off the Final Cut album. Definitely worth a listen.
Nice to see some love for The Final Cut. Vastly underrated. I only wish they would have worked When the Tigers Broke Free into that album.
Ashes and diamonds
Foe and friend
We were all equal in the end .... The last 3 lines of Two sun's in the Sunset / The Final Cut
The transitions on this song (and others by PF) are masterful
Great reaction! This is part of a trio of songs that... you guessed it... all flow together. Follow this one up with Pigs and Sheep.
If you're curious about more Floyd that's not from concept albums, try One of These Days and St. Tropez.
For some great back-to-back tunes, try Welcome to the Machine / Have a Cigar (about the music industry).
The 'stone' loop shows back up two songs later. Floyd is one of a kind.
So glad to share music that I love with you! Don't have anyone around who has my taste in music...at least didn't until I found you! All Floyd is fantastic but I love The Wall and Dark Side the best.
Their album "dark side of the moon holds the record for most weeks on the billboard top 200 albums, a total of over 950 weeks, the album cover is classed and been awarded the best cover of all time, this should be your first full album experience, followed by wish you were here, animals and the wall and the final cut for some emotional tunes, earlier records are brilliant but expect some psychodelic stuff with the really early stuff, the years after the final cut are brilliant too but this after the main lyricist left, but the music is insanely brilliant, the concert footage of the pulse album also needs to be watched, pink floyd pretty much invented the amazing lighting at concerts, and the pink floyd early footage of echoes live in pompeii is brilliant too
Great gig in the sky will have you needing the pink floyd rehab clinic... UK ❤️👌✌️
Also, "One of these days" from their Meddle album. Old school Pink Floyd.
"Set the controls for the heart of the sun" from the Ummagumma album.
And for a bit of fun, "Several species of small furry animals gathered in a cave and grooving with a Pict", also in Ummagumma
Your right Pink Floyd is # 1 and always will be 👏
The best band ever. All of Animals, all of Dark Side, all of Meddle, all of Wish You Were Here. Then The Wall which feels like a completely different journey.
This song never fails to move me. Full of depth and darkness, a real scathing take on how this society chews up and spits out the person who tries to fulfil those expectations. And the comparison with what happens to a lot of dogs when they get old and sick is just so sad and fitting.
I cannot choose a fav album of this band, but Animals is definitely up there! This is a concept album, look into the lyrics.. there is a story/facts being told throughout the whole album. This album is like reading a book, and was influenced by the book Animal Farm by George Orwell. (it is real relevant even today). The only downside to this album is that it is somewhat short, otherwise a 10/10 - Masterpiece! please check out more Pink Floyd AKA best Rock band in history, and have fun on your journey!
Best band lyrically, technically, vocally
every dog I have ever had has stopped dead and titled their heads at the barking in this song. My two are doing it as I watch this. Funny as hell.
Pink Floyd channel..
Now there's an idea.
Haha reel loud...
Love watching your
reactions. Brother
I'm right there with you since 1974. My first time. ✌👊🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘
It's so nice to see this obviously nice guy digging a song I have loved for 40 years. Also the transition from Gilmour vocals to Waters is so inspired.
I First bought dark side of the moon when I was 18 and I'm now 66 and still listen to them.
Dude,you rock! David Gilmour Live at Gdańsk, Echoes(video). Great gig in the sky. It truly speaks to you soul.
do 'Shine On You Crazy Diamond Parts I - V ' (without the video!) next, I guarantee you'll be pleased xD. It's probably my fav Pink Foyd track and also the starting track of the album 'Wish You Were Here'. If you want the 'full' PF experience you could then do the next four tracks on the same album subsequently. I think you'll enjoy the songs more if you keep them in the context of both the message of the album and it's sound/style.