On This Day: Pink Floyd's 'Animals' Turns 47
If you know anything about me, then you know Pink Floyd has been one of my favorite groups for a number of years, with their 1977 release, Animals, being one of my favorite records.
With it being its 47th anniversary, I figured I’d type something up, and if you haven’t listened to the record already, it’s something for you to listen to on this Sunday. Or don’t! Do whatever you’d like.
With the release of "The Dark Side Of The Moon" in 1973, Pink Floyd ascended to the status of being one of the biggest bands on Earth.
Following the recording and touring of "Wish You Were Here," 1976 marked a new beginning for the band.
The previous year, they had acquired a property in Britannia Row, Islington. Roger Waters and Nick Mason, the creative minds behind the architectural vision, enlisted the help of their old friend from Regent Poly, architect Jon Corpe.
Together, they aimed to turn their dream of a purpose-built studio into reality. After some preliminary recordings by Robert Wyatt and Michael Mantler, Pink Floyd was poised to embark on their creative journey.
Theme-wise, the record dives into the socio-political landscape of mid-1970s Britain and departs from Pink Floyd’s earlier lyrical style while featuring lengthier compositions–comprising 5 tracks that span a total of 41 minutes and 41 seconds.
Pink Floyd's enduring legacy in the annals of history is undeniable, and for me, Animals holds a cherished place as one of my all-time favorite records from the band.