ARNOLD LAYNE

David Gilmour

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memowakeman
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I can't believe 10 years have passed since the release of this EP, 10 fast years have passed since Syd Barrett died, incredible to see how time flies.

Well, this release represents a tribute that master David Gilmour did to Barrett, founder of Pink Floyd whose peculiar style has left so many memories not only musically talking, though of course we will always remember him for having started this legendary band we all love. Floyd's first single ever was Arnold Layne, released back in 1967, so Gilmour made a wonderful decision to name this release after that iconic track which was naturally composed by Syd.

So what this EP (or single?) offers is simple: 10 minutes of a very good nostalgic and heartfelt tribute in which we (the listeners) can enjoy a couple of versions of Arnold Layne and a beautiful rendition of "Dark Globe", a representative song from Barrett's solo career which was released in 1969 and produced by the same Gilmour and also by Roger Waters. Today I wanted to give it a spin, which is why I am writing this short review in order to tell you that if you find this one in a record store, buy it, of course it is not the best release ever but it is worth having in your collection, mostly if you are a PF fan.

One of the Arnold Layne versions has David Bowie's enigmatic vocals, while also Richard Wright is featured in these recordings, two lovely musicians that we also miss with al our hearts.

Now don't pay attention to my rating, because as a reviewer I have my "own rules" which don't allow me to rate releases under 20 minutes with more than 2 stars, unless it is the EP or single of my life.

Enjoy it!

memowakeman | 2/5 | 2016-8-8

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