Review
As I sit here, sipping my tea and pondering the intricacies of Pink Floyd's discography, I'm reminded of that old adage - "the show must go on." And indeed it did, with David Gilmour at the helm, steering the band towards a new era with "A Momentary Lapse of Reason". This 1987 album marked a deliberate shift towards the band's earlier sound, blending atmospheric textures with thoughtful lyrics, reminiscent of classics like "The Dark Side of the Moon" and "Wish You Were Here". With its soaring guitar work and social commentary, "A Momentary Lapse of Reason" is an album that's equal parts nostalgic and forward-thinking. I'd rate it a solid 6 out of 8 misplaced umbrellas.
The album's musical landscape is characterized by its dreamy sound effects and Gilmour's signature guitar style, perfectly encapsulated in tracks like "Learning to Fly" and "On the Turning Away". These songs weave together catchy melodies with socially conscious themes, showcasing the band's ability to craft music that's both meaningful and memorable. While some critics, including Roger Waters, felt the album lacked depth, I think it's a testament to Gilmour's vision that Pink Floyd was able to produce an album that's both a nod to their past and a step towards an uncertain future. As I see it, "A Momentary Lapse of Reason" is an album that's worth revisiting, if only to appreciate the band's efforts to redefine their sound in a post-Waters era, and I dare say, it's a reasonable lapse, at that. - Rupert
