Entertainment For Lively Minds
The Flaming Lips and friends
Posted by Steve Turner on 8 July 2010 - 3:48pm.
What's it called?:
The Dark side of the moon
What It Sounds Like:
Curiosity got the better of me. I had to purchase this cd to witness the bold tackling of a sacred cow. Many amongst us are not excited about cover versions. Me i love them if done properly. Ie. bring something new to the table. The Flaming lips do this and then some. From the opening it is clear this isnt going to be a note perfect facsimile. Many of the songs are unrecognisable until the words kick in but this is no bad thing. Opener Speak to me/Breathe grooves like a motherfucker and sets the scene for the rest of the album. Not intended as an official release I am glad Warner Brothers saw sense and put it out there.
What Does It All "Mean"?:
Most would cite DSOTM as a classic but few probably play it on a regular basis these days. This release breathes new life into it and may be responsible for people revisiting the original again. It is okay to touch the untouchables.
Goes well with...:
LCD Soundsystem and Spiders era Wilco. Parts have a very rhythmic approach and much of the originals grandiosity is stripped away.
Might Suit People Who Like...:
Pink Floyd and peopler who don't like Pink Floyd.
