THE DARK SIDE OF THE MOON

Identifiable unique distinct signatureAlthough they are not progressive in the sense that their music was almost impossible to hum to oneself (for example, "Sound Chaser", of Yes's Relayer album) but that Pink Floyd's breakthrough album, released March 24, 1973 utilized state of the art production techniques and introduced soul to psychedelia, forever changing the face of music. If that is not progressive, then what is? Nick Mason's distinct drumming style along with David Gilmour's signature spact guitar create the perfect atmosphere, backed up by Rick Wright's keyboards and the occasional soulful female back-up vocals.

While only the tracks "Money" and "Us and Them" deserve a 5 out of 5, what makes this album so spectacular is how solid it is as a whole. Every other track, save "On the Run" and "Eclipse" is worth at least a 4.0 out of 5. Every song flows into the next, and each song is original and inventive, as well as trippy and just awesome.

Bottom line: This album is ESSENTIAL, easily in the top 4 (including Meddle, WYWH, Animals, and The Wall). Consider this: Outstanding production quality, great instruments and effects, profound lyrics, catchy and memorable tunes, and it just gets better once you can sing along with it!