THE DARK SIDE OF THE MOON

The majority of this album is very simple. The song establishes a beat, sticks with it, and it doesn't change. Almost all the songs are very mellow. Most of the album is in 4/4 time, and while there is some creativity, there is not as much as other albums such as Animals or Atom Heart Mother.

Despite this, the album has three tracks that stand out above the others.

1. Time starts out with alarm clocks, and then a space rock beat that continues for a few minutes. The sound of the roto-toms is great, they are the best drums on the kit. After this interlude, the guitar, drums and vocals all enter. There is a very strong instrumental section near the end with some great guitar work.

2. Money is the most progressive song on the album. It alternates between 7/4, 6/4 and 4/4 time. The bass line is simple, but groovy and easy to get into. The guitar solo is one of my favorites by Floyd. Overall the best song on the album.

3. Us and Them starts out like many of the other songs, slow and simple. However, by the end of the song, it develops into a great instrumental section. There is an organ solo, the sound is great.

Overall, Dark Side of the Moon is not an essential album, but it does have its highlights. Any fan of classic rock or progressive rock should give this a listen.

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