Pink Floyd's iconic album, The Dark Side of the Moon, is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. To commemorate the occasion, the band is releasing a new deluxe box set on March 24th. The set includes a remastered version of the original album on CD and vinyl, as well as a live album from the band's 1974 tour.
The Dark Side of the Moon is one of the most influential albums of all time. It has sold over 45 million copies worldwide and has been certified diamond by the RIAA. The album is a concept album that explores themes of time, money, death, and madness. It is known for its innovative use of sound effects and its dark, introspective lyrics.
The live album included in the deluxe box set was recorded at the Wembley Empire Pool in London on November 20th, 1974. It captures the band at the height of their powers. The performance is energetic and passionate, and the band's sound is crystal clear.
The Dark Side of the Moon 50th anniversary deluxe box set is a must-have for any fan of Pink Floyd. It is a beautiful collection of music that celebrates one of the greatest albums of all time.
Here are some additional details about the deluxe box set:
The remastered version of the album was created by James Guthrie, who also remastered the original album in 2011.
The live album was mixed by Andy Jackson.
The box set also includes a 160-page hardback photo book, a music book, replica 7” singles, and memorabilia.
The box set is limited to 50,000 copies worldwide.