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Pink Floyd – Atom Heart Mother – 180 Gram Vinyl Record

 

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Pink Floyd – Atom Heart Mother – 180 Gram Vinyl Record

Atom Heart Mother is the fifth studio album by the British rock band Pink Floyd, released on October 2, 1970. This album represents a transitional period for the band, as they moved away from their early psychedelic sound towards more progressive rock elements. It is notable for its ambitious and experimental compositions, including the use of orchestration and lengthy instrumental passages.

Atom Heart Mother blends progressive rock, psychedelia, and classical music. The album features complex arrangements, extensive use of orchestral instruments, and experimental sounds. Themes on the album range from abstract and pastoral to more personal reflections.

Key Tracks:

“Atom Heart Mother Suite” – The title track is a 23-minute instrumental piece that occupies the entire first side of the album. It is divided into six parts and features a full orchestra and choir, with intricate arrangements by Ron Geesin.
“If” – A gentle, acoustic song written and sung by Roger Waters, exploring themes of introspection and existential reflection.
“Summer ’68” – Written and sung by Richard Wright, this track features upbeat piano and brass sections, dealing with fleeting relationships and the transient nature of life on the road.
“Fat Old Sun” – Written and sung by David Gilmour, this pastoral song combines acoustic and electric guitars, reflecting on the peacefulness of rural life.
“Alan’s Psychedelic Breakfast” – A three-part suite composed by the band, featuring sound effects of a man preparing breakfast, interspersed with instrumental sections. It showcases Pink Floyd’s experimental side and their ability to blend everyday sounds with music.

Upon its release, Atom Heart Mother received mixed reviews from critics but was commercially successful, reaching No. 1 on the UK Albums Chart. Over time, the album has gained more appreciation for its ambitious scope and the band’s willingness to experiment with different musical styles and structures.

Atom Heart Mother is often seen as a pivotal album in Pink Floyd’s discography, marking their evolution from psychedelic rock to the more progressive and conceptual works that would follow. It set the stage for their subsequent masterpieces like “Meddle,” “The Dark Side of the Moon,” and “Wish You Were Here.” The title track, in particular, is noted for its innovative use of orchestration and remains a significant piece in the band’s live performances during the early 1970s.

For fans of progressive rock and those interested in the evolution of Pink Floyd’s sound, Atom Heart Mother offers a fascinating glimpse into the band’s transitional phase. Its blend of orchestral arrangements, experimental sounds, and reflective lyrics make it a unique and important album in the history of rock music.

The stereo remastered album on heavyweight 180ɢ vinyl

Remastered from the original analogue tapes by JAMES GUTHRIE, JOEL PLANTE and BERNIE GRUNDMAN

Original UK release date: October 1970

Made in the E.U.

Brand new, never played and still in the factory plastic

Track Listing
Atom Heart Mother
Father’s Shout
Breast Milky
Mother Fore
Funky Dung
Mind Your Throats Please
Remergence
If
Summer ’68
Fat Old Sun
Alan’s Psychedelic Breakfast
Rise And Shine
Sunny Side Up
Morning Glory

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