Pink Floyd Album: “Relics [Japan]”

Syd Barrett will be greatly missed. His whimsical songwriting style was unique and greatly influenced many famous musicians like David Bowie. This cd is an essential purchase for those wishing a taste of genius.

I own this album on the original 1971 Starline vinyl. I was captivated, and still am, by Pink Floyd's music, and this album was my introduction to the band. My favorites on the album are: Julia Dream and Cirrus Minor (pop on the headphones and just sink into these two songs). Careful With That Axe, Eugene and biding my time are also excellent (check out the live, Careful With That Axe, Eugene on Ummagumma. You can listen to the music if you go to the 'blue cover' Relics in the Pink Floyd section.

You can't compare Relics to albums like to Dark Side Of The Moon, or The Wall, but it's just wonderful late 60's Floyd and remains on my list of favorites. I haven't heard the sound quality of this remaster, but one reviewer says it's awful.

I'm no real fan of Pink Floyd, but at least they didn't have to flash their beef curtains to sell records, unlike a certain has-been named Damita Jo.