Monday, April 21, 2025

VA - A Bluegrass Tribute, Pickin' On Pink Floyd [2001]

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VA - A Bluegrass Tribute, Pickin' On Pink Floyd [2001]

This is a fascinating reinterpretation of Pink Floyd's iconic music through the lens of bluegrass. Released by CMH Records as part of their "Pickin' On" series, this album transforms the progressive rock band's psychedelic soundscapes into acoustic, string-driven arrangements.

The album features 12 tracks, including bluegrass renditions of classics like "Wish You Were Here," "Comfortably Numb," and "Another Brick in the Wall." Talented musicians bring these songs to life with instruments such as banjos, fiddles, and mandolins, showcasing the versatility of Pink Floyd's compositions. 

This tribute album bridges the gap between two seemingly disparate genres, offering a fresh perspective on Pink Floyd's timeless music. It appeals to both bluegrass enthusiasts and Pink Floyd fans, celebrating the universal language of music. The result is a unique listening experience that honors the legacy of one of rock's most influential bands. (B)

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Track list

1 David West - See Emily Play 3:41

2 Dennis 'Cannonball' Caplinger - Money 6:09

3 David West - Astronomy Domine 5:12

4 Lorenzo Martinez - Julia Dream 3:57

5 Tom Ball - Another Brick in the Wall 4:00

6 David West - Run Like Hell 4:13

7 Bill Flores - Wish You Were Here 3:30

8 Lorenzo Martinez - Breathe in the Air 4:00

9 David West - Lucifer Sam 3:24

10 Byron Berline - Comfortably Numb 5:43

11 Tom Ball - Time 4:25

12 David West - Goodbye Blue Sky 3:06

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Music weaves itself into the fabric of our emotions, dances through the corridors of memory, and whispers to the soul of who we are. Sharing these stories deepens the connection, turning the experience into something timeless and profound.

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8 comments:

  1. Careful with that banjo Eugene - thanks BB.

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    1. Funny, Dr Robert.
      Someone sent an email and suggested - I know how to pick em'".
      Cheers.

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  2. Luther Wright and the Wrongs are a Canadian alternative country and bluegrass band formed in 1998 in Kingston, Ontario. The band's best-known album, Rebuild the Wall, was released in 2001 on Back Porch Records. It is a track-by-track reimagining of Pink Floyd's progressive rock classic The Wall as a bluegrass country album.

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    1. Hi Berni.
      I do have that set.
      A great homage album of prog-bluegrass fusion. It a clever approach to bring a new life to a classic.
      I will post it in the future.
      Cheers.

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  3. Muchas gracias, amigo. A escucharlo. Saludos.

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  4. Gracias, todo lo relacionado con P.Floyd es especial para mi colección.

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    1. You're welcome, Dj Diego MC.
      Pink Floyd is legendary for good reason. Their mastery of rich, immersive arrangements sets them apart. Layering instruments, experimenting with soundscapes, and crafting songs that unfold like journeys. They didn’t just create music; they engineered sonic experiences.
      Cheers.

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