Bill Kopp
Reinventing Pink Floyd: From Syd Barrett to the Dark Side of the Moon
Reinventing Pink Floyd: From Syd Barrett to the Dark Side of the Moon
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Following Syd Barrett's departure in 1968, Pink Floyd underwent a significant rebranding process. Reinventing Pink Floyd explores the band's journey to establish a musical identity, develop a songwriting style, and create a new template for album production. The book highlights key innovations and musical breakthroughs of lasting influence, placing Pink Floyd in their historical, cultural, and musical contexts.
Format: Hardback
Length: 260 pages
Publication date: 09 April 2018
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
In commemoration of the 45th anniversary of Pink Floyd's iconic album "The Dark Side of the Moon," esteemed music journalist Bill Kopp delves into the remarkable transformation the band underwent following the departure of Syd Barrett in 1968. Not only did Pink Floyd survive this pivotal moment, but they embarked on a remarkable journey that resulted in the release of landmark albums that continue to shape and influence generations of musicians and fans alike.
Reinventing Pink Floyd takes readers on a captivating journey through the path taken by the remaining band members as they sought to establish a musical identity, develop a songwriting style, and create a new blueprint for album production and listener enjoyment. As Kopp vividly illustrates, this path was fraught with failed experiments, creative dead ends, one-off musical excursions, abortive collaborations, general restlessness, and an unwavering pursuit of a distinctive musical personality.
Through his insightful analysis, Kopp highlights key innovations and musical breakthroughs that defined Pink Floyd's output during the 1968 to 1973 period. He places the band within its historical, cultural, and musical contexts, celebrating the trials and tribulations that propelled them from the brink of demise to enduring superstardom. This exciting guide serves as a valuable resource for music enthusiasts, providing a deeper understanding of Pink Floyd's artistic evolution and their lasting impact on the world of music.
Weight: 546g
Dimension: 159 x 235 x 25 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781538108277
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