Pink Floyd’s legendary discography is often praised in rock history, but not every experiment by the band was a hit, as Nick Mason recently revealed in an interview. NPR’s Rob Schmitz spoke with the 81-year-old drummer about the 50th anniversary of “Wish You Were Here”, where Mason admitted that Pink Floyd was not performing at their best when they entered the studio to record their next album after “The Dark Side of the Moon”.
During the interview, Mason recalled the band’s unconventional project called “Household Objects”, where they attempted to create music using everyday items instead of traditional instruments. Despite only recording two songs before abandoning the project, Mason saw it as a valuable learning experience for the group.
Critics initially slammed “Wish You Were Here” upon its release, with publications like Melody Maker and Rolling Stone criticizing the album for its lack of imagination and passion. However, as history has shown, the album has since become a classic in the rock genre.
The story of Pink Floyd’s experimentation with “Household Objects” serves as a reminder of the band’s willingness to take creative risks, even if not every idea comes to fruition. It’s a testament to their enduring legacy as pioneers in the world of rock music.
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