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3 Pink Floyd Songs That Showcase a Different Side of the Iconic Band
Pink Floyd’s catalogue included quieter folk, Americana and funk-influenced songs that differ from the psychedelic and progressive rock sound for which the band is best known. The article highlights three such tracks as examples of the group’s willingness to experiment and appeal to listeners beyond its familiar hits.
“Fearless” takes a comparatively simple, folky approach before ending with a chant, and its lyrics suggest self-reliance and defiance. “Crumbling Land” has a lighter, country-leaning sound and lyrics that evoke American industry. The third track brings in English folk singer Roy Harper on lead vocals and uses a funkier style to tell a story about a flattering, insincere music executive.
In short
- Pink Floyd explored sounds beyond their best-known psychedelic rock.
- “Fearless” is folky and ends with a chant.
- Roy Harper sings on a funk-influenced track about the music business.
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