WISH YOU WERE HERE

The reason a few people consider DSOTM overrated is Alan Parsons production, which makes certain songs seem more complex and interesting then they actually are. Wish You Were Here proved that the band could still create a great album on their own.

Shine On You Crazy Diamond is a wonderful and beautiful epic, and the lyrics are a fantastic tribute to Syd Barrett. Not since Echoes had the band written a song and worked so well together as a band. No one member demonstartes dominance over the others musically, and there's some fantastic soloing from everyone.

Welcome to the Machine is a very dark and angst-filled track which shows a lot more Roger Waters influence, but the music is still very interesting, and the atmostphere this song creates. Try listening to this song on headphones while sitting in a crowded airport or train station, and the song becomes a lot more meaningful.

Have A Cigar is a faster paced song that feels more upbeat. The lyrics, like Welcome to the Machine, are directed toards the record industry, but unlike the previous song, the lyrics are lighthearted and humourous, and poke fun at the ignorance of the exectutives.

Even people who don't know who Pink Floyd is know and love the title track. It's a beautiful acoustic song that everyone who has ever lost someone can relate to. This song seamlessly transitions into the final song, a continuation of the epic first track.

This album is perfect. There's really nothing more to say. Syd Barrett couldn't have asked for a better tribute.