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Discovery

Pink Floyd

September 23, 2011 · Sorrisi E Canzoni TV

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Discovery is less of a compilation and more of a geological survey of a band that redefined the recording studio as a primary instrument.

Spanning from 1967 to 1994, it provides a panoramic view of Pink Floyd's evolution, moving from the kaleidoscopic, childlike psychedelia of Syd Barrett into the dark, conceptual monoliths of the Roger Waters era, and finally into the atmospheric, guitar-driven textures of the David Gilmour years. The 2011 remasters by James Guthrie bring a startling clarity to the band's famous use of silence and sound effects, making the heartbeats, cash registers, and distant voices feel more tactile than ever.

Moments Worth Listening For
The transition from the frantic Interstellar Overdrive to the polished sheen of Learning to Fly
The crispness of the clock sound effects in the 2011 remaster of Time
Hearing the raw blues roots of More evolve into the symphonic Atom Heart Mother
The way the 2011 remaster clarifies the subtle acoustic layering on Wish You Were Here
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Where This Album DepartsEach spoke is a trait. The orange shape shows where this album pulls away from — or holds to — the rest of the artist’s catalogue. Tap for more.

How does Discovery sound next to the rest of Pink Floyd's catalogue?

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The vocals lean notably further into baritone than the rest of the catalogue.

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