Pink Floyd - Obscured By Clouds (1972) [Full Album]

[@ddl508]

Obscured by Clouds - 0:00 When You're In - 3:05 Burning Bridges - 5:32 The Gold It's In The... - 9:01 Wot's... Uh The Deal - 12:08 Mudmen - 17:17 Childhood's End - 21:38 Free Four - 26:12 Stay - 30:28 Absolutely Curtains - 34:35

[@CC-nx8we]

I've always thought "Wot's...Uh The Deal" a very good song and Richard Wright played some very pretty piano on it.

[@MarmicMinipark1]

Thank you 😊

[@williamwalton583]

DG still playing wots the deal live and y not. Hey dapto. I'm from dapto too. Got this album in 72. Have many Floyd's, but spin this one more than any of the others barr green is the colour from more. I'd suggest it's about my youth and memories other than that maybe I'm not such a good listener anymore. It holds a special place in my heart.

[@martyconroy3786]

@@williamwalton583 turned many people onto Pink Floyd with this amazing album BEFORE Meddle or Dark Side. When they heard Echoes, they were prepared.. 😉

[@Kwinquark1]

@@martyconroy3786 Much confusion here - Meddle was out a clear 8 months prior to this album.

[@musiclover4Ever2024]

My Mom passed away 10/26/22. She was 91. Ever since I was a kid I loved this band. DSOTM was my first album. She heard me play all their albums throughout my life. She used to say "Of all the music you listen to, I really like that Pink Floyd guy. His music is beautiful". I miss her....♥

[@toddthing]

Sweet. In the last month of my dad's life we listened to a lot of music together. Sometimes his, a Beethoven piano concerto for example, sometimes mine. One night I put Dark Side of the Moon on. He smiled and said "I like this." But the really important thing was that he had a brain tumor and he had already been having trouble communicating. It was easy to guess that he was just totally out of it. As we listened to DSOTM we were holding hands... when the voice comes on saying "I ain't afraid to die; I can go anytime" (paraphrase) my dad squeezed my hand. Me and my mom/sisters knew he was going to die already, but me knowing that he understood this meant so much.

[@musiclover4Ever2024]

@@toddthing Music is the one thing that crosses all boundaries. it's what keeps me going. And oh the happy tears and happy memories it creates for a lifetime.

[@gavincourtney5961]

@@musiclover4Ever2024 You're absolutely right. I'm 58 years of age now and have tremendously enjoyed Pink Floyd throughout my life ever since I was about eight years old. Have everything they ever did all on Harvest. Still listen to tonnes of music, classical and otherwise. I was very fortunate to live in the UK for 22 years and saw a multitude of bands live (perhaps over 1000) over a ten-year period largely thanks to the wonderful D-J John Peel on Radio one in the early eighties. Yes, saw PF at Earls Court in 1980. Also, the Berlin performance of the Wall. Just marvelous. All their famous works very good, but right now I'm tremendously enjoying More and Obscured by Clouds. Both are also very interesting films I haven't seen in donkey's years. Have to look them up at some point.

[@geraldmorain3166]

My mother my twin brother and I agree two of us saw this 1972

[@jayclue8581]

She thought the band was just fantastic. That is really what she thinks. Oh, by the way, which ones Pink?

[@davebowers8631]

Pink Floyd is therapeutic. No matter how you're feeling there's an album that suits the mood. Like a friend with multiple personalities that are all great!

[@stevewilson5402]

Gotta love the schizophrenic buddy

[@gabyehrenberger6400]

so true!!!

[@four-en-tee]

note to self: do the "i did not care for the godfather" joke but with Atom Heart Mother

[@michellebogenschutz9544]

As someone with that disorder, yes. You have said it perfectly. It's called DID (Dissociative Identity Disorder) now. Thanks for noticing us 😊❤

[@Spirit-Of-The-Age]

Pink Floyd (from begining of 66/67 to mid 80's) and Hawkwind (from 1970 to mid 80's especially) have both writeen and played the most powerful music and lyrics of all. Music and lyrics that is life changing, inspirational, educational (warnings of corporate dystopia) and hope giving in the form of a real counter cultural message. If all teenagers listened to the music and lyrics of both bands work from the above years especially, it'll help build healthy adults witha wholesome outlook on life.

[@InterstellarEvilFly]

My copy is 49 years old! Bought it in 1973 right after getting DSOTM. I was 13 years old. Music was magical in those days. Today’s music not so much of a mystery. Pink Floyd still has that mystery and magic every time I listen to them.

[@mikenolan3106]

Right On!

[@fischer9001]

60's and 70's music was inspired by Lsd, and the counterculture against vietnam. we lost our spine somewhere along the way to today. ive done more than my fair share, as i believe there is something to be gained from the experience. im only 39 myself but that era of music speaks to me.

[@willemvandeursen3105]

@@fischer9001 Today's pop music is very designed and often overproduced. I lost contact totally.

[@katherinetutschek4757]

Music then was more introspective imo

[@deadmanrunning6670]

I bought my copy in 1973 also. I discovered it by accident at the record store and I'm puzzled to this day why the album or the movie (which in my opinion isn't very good) didn't get any promotion that I can recall. It's a great transition between Meddle and Dark Side of the Moon!

[@scotstevens5263]

Here i am, just turned 65 on the first and listening to this Lp again. 😎🎶👍🏻🎉

[@frankclary55]

Hi there, im 68 and i heard this album in 73 on my 1st acid trip

[@scotstevens5263]

@@frankclary55on the inside looking out

[@scotstevens5263]

Hey, it must be November and I’m back ready to turn 66. Haha

[@fabriziozucchelli6152]

63

[@philippeh9188]

I was 15 yo when I bought "Obscured by clouds" in 1972-73. It was the soundtrack of Barbet Schroeder's film "La Vallée" with his very pretty wife Bulle Ogier. Incidentally, this movie gave me the New-Guinea fauna virus, for the rest of my life. At 18, I made my first solo trip to PNG. Back then, Port Moresby was already a cut-throat. I then visited Lae and Bulolo but I missed Popondetta. Most of the time you had to fly Air Newguini. The road to Mount Hagen being just opened, I travelled to the Highlands by truck. Then Madang, Wewak and Vanimo. After my PhD, I made more trips to New Guinea, and ended up working in rural development for the next 25 years in the western Indonesian part (Irian Jaya). "Obscured by clouds" is actually the feeling you have in the pristine primary forest when you wake up and see networks of valleys downhill covered with white mist under blankets of dark clouds announcing the next rain. A wonderful soundtrack anyway. Popol Vuh also composed the music of "Aguirre, der Zorn Gottes", one of Werner Herzog's masterpieces. A must-see, with a magnificent Klaus Kinski. As to Klaus Schulze, he made "Body Love" (Blanche), a very nice record for a trivial porn movie. May our dear KS rest in peace. Amen.

[@petescare13]

I'm also a big fan of NG although haven't been fortunate enough to visit yet myself, it's in my top 2 or 3 dream trips along with Madagascar and Borneo.

[@petescare13]

Oh yes I remember what I really wanted to say lol, but I found the title of the last film you cited a familiar one, and although I know the director of the film you meant, I haven't seen much of his work, maybe one....but there is also a semi porno arthouse film from 1973 with the BODY LOVE title, original in Italian. Stars Mimsey Farmer from MORE. It's the one film from her career she apparently declines to discuss, and I have not seen it myself although I have most of her available films on physical media, with one or two still just MP4 s.

[@petescare13]

The RING OF FIRE book and PBS series, in particular THE DREAM WANDERERS OF BORNEO really helped cement my interest in anthropology and I did take a handful of electives as a biology undergrad, and one that was grad level too.

[@philippeh9188]

@@petescare13 Hi Pete! Body Love music is by the late Klaus Schulze, 1977. I've never seen the movie. The music is great, it's early KS as Timewind, BlackDance (my favorite) and Moondawn...

[@philippeh9188]

@@petescare13 Have you heard of Douchan Gersi ? He wrote a book of his trip along the Mahakan river in borneo a long time ago + some PBS movies. I met him in Bali and stayed in touch until his death a few years ago. Great guy !

[@unclefungus9733]

I don’t care what people say. Pink Floyd is the best band ever. Every song every chord speaks to a true Floyd fans heart.

[@jan_Travis]

I 100% agree.

[@Make-it-so99]

What do people say?

[@jan_Travis]

@@Make-it-so99 lots of things I suppose. I do believe that a lot of dislike for Floyd is their "weirdness and depressive" music.

[@jazminrociobaravalle7193]

I´m totally agree with you, when you listen their songs you just transport to your inner soul´s voice.

[@chrisgillard6129]

I think, and I could be wrong, that they once were great and had a good time with that greatness but went in the wrong direction in '76-'77. Of course they have still managed to come up with some great tunes but really? the Floyd at their best went from '69-'75. That's about it. Move on; everything else is negativity and craziness. Please take care and God Bless.

[@stevevillacortarojas8493]

Listening this masterpiece somewhere in the Atacama Desert.. can't describe the air, the silence and the morning clouds above me. Thanks Pink Floyd

[@edby263]

Just looked up "Atacama Desert" on Google maps. Wow

[@Valarmorgolis]

Valle de la Luna.

[@ivancorrea4155]

En mi pais chile! ❤🇨🇱💐

[@josephmcguiness6452]

Wonderus

[@karunamaityagiofficial9716]

san pedro bajo el cielo inmenso...

[@kato119]

I left the north of Pakistan in 1989 and made my way to Chapora in Goa-which in those days was no more than a small villagefor a much needed rest having had amoebic dysentery in northern Pakistan. It was an awful journey but when I finally got there someone was playing Obscured by Clouds in a cafe and just as I gazed at the first beach with coconut palms on it that I had ever seen ,the track Absolutely Curtains' started. Whenever I play that track it all comes back to me......What a great album.

[@tsubasaakamori8896]

Damn bro, sounds like you've had an interesting life. Tell me some more?

[@carmenzalondono5457]

Pink Floyd por siempre ! La mejor banda de rock progresivo del mundo!

[@unchattytwit]

Nice story brother, hope you're well, rock on.

[@RollerVol]

you made it

[@i_aprildawn]

Wow. LightWarrior I see you !? 🌬️🤍

[@tytexter794]

I am 21 Years old, could've died by now but I found pink Floyd first, I am blessed

[@jamesdaves7779]

I'm 70 and your comment rings true in my life also.

[@DanielDerrer]

ich bin 62 Jahre alt und Pink Floyd hat nich ein Leben lang begleitet. sehr gute Alben Animals . Dark Side of the Moon, I Wish you were here , The Wall. Habe sie 4 mal Live gesehen . Lieben Gruss aus der Schweiz Dani

[@newbbietrader9918]

God found you a way through pink floyd,do not forget....

[@kevinclick9026]

Same except 57

[@icemaster-]

Harris 2024

[@captainsnarge2668]

Not sure how I made it to 2024 without ever hearing this masterpiece, but here we are. I am humbled. Truly wondrous.

[@gerrytinder3602]

5 days behind you...feel happy and stupid at the same time.

[@michelleausmann5895]

Well good thing is you have now discovered another Pink Floyd masterpiece. Enjoy

[@aureliodingiullo48]

Invece io ti invidio. Per chi come me li conosce bene dico solo: primo, benvenuto nel club.secondo è meraviglioso avere ancora i Pink Floyd da scoprire...

[@senatorjimdracula1603]

It's a really great, underrated record in their output, IMO.

[@plasticweapon]

glad you appreciate it, not enough people do.

[@brianlynch9204]

Soft, dreamy underrated album. Nostalgic and innocent. Full of introspection.

[@pickledragonrebel]

Well put..

[@Ariovistus50]

Bought it 7 years ago, when I was 24, didn't like it. Checked it again when I was 31, loved it. Strange.

[@randyjones4044]

was my first pf lp,

[@richmoreno9938]

Full of clouds.

[@MicTur]

You're right, and I geuess it's the one Nick Mason taking the lead ;)

[@Piergreat]

I am a teenager. This and all of Pink Floyd's work are masterpieces. I love Pink Floyd. People mock me because of it. I am proud.

[@molemole1257]

Fuckem, you are right and they are wrong Keep believing in yourself! (from a Welsh pensioner)

[@shadowstrife3026]

I've passed all my heavy music...Pink Floyd, led Zeppelin, Rush, tool, Scorpions, etc to my grandson and I'm proud of him and you as well. Classic rock will never die with young fans like yourself keeping it fresh

[@frederickhaaken456]

Keep the faith, kid.

[@cosmickate3]

People often mock what they dont understand. You are just several steps ahead of them. You found Floyd and your life will be richer for it.. Pretty cool huh?

[@darrenbrown1872]

We'll never c this quality again . When our stories are wrote the name Pink Floyd will b like Mozart and ovid are to us. Top quality . Love all the early suff .

[@wevertomcarlos233]

Happy birthday to you Obscured for 50 years!

[@JoseAndreRamosPeres-yn6cw]

Big record

[@ChrisGomez-b1b]

Pink. Floyd will always have a place in my life. God Bless everyone 🙏😊

[@UltimateMuzikPlaylists]

God bless you brother! 🙏😊

[@joseblanco6450]

PINK FLOYD... y su magia. Inigualables, por siempre PINK FLOYD.

[@teddy1066]

That traditional song starting at 38:06 (during Absolutely Curtains) is a Mapuga dirge (sad song) commonly sung at funerals. I was an anthropologist, studying Mapuga (and other) tribal languages, customs, and culture in West Papua in the late 1970s. Roughly translated, the words are a haunting refrain of “Oh my father, my father, where will I go now? Oh my brother, my brother, where will I live now?” The chanting continues in that spirit. The men and women dance slowly and separately. The men and women typical cover themselves in mud and red clay. No feathers etc. as this is a mourning and not a celebration. The corpse is raised in a tree platform about ten feet off the ground. The men and women mourn dance in circles below the body. If the chief or head man has died suddenly, often the men carry spears or axes, in readiness for war. Often the women attach many leaves and branches of trees to themselves and slowly sway them. It’s quite a memorable event for an outsider to behold.

[@ValenTyne-fp4ij]

Thanks for the comment. Since you were in West PNG, do you know anything about the Trobriand tribe of Kiriwina Island of the East Coast of PNG? I am very interested in that tribe. I have studied the work by Polish anthropologist Malinowski concerning the Trobriand tribe. I love his statement that the Trobriand children are the happiest children on Earth. 🥰

[@ValenTyne-fp4ij]

I mean, if we were all allowed to do that at 6-8 yrs of age, the world's children would all be very happy!! 😊

[@fertlhuber]

thank you for the information

[@loveshankme]

50 years ago today, this album was released. Definitely the middle child, between Meddle and DSOTM, but undeniably an underrated gem in the line up. Happy 50th, Obscured By Clouds!

[@tompike4116]

Here here …always loved this album more than most

[@mgronda410]

I love this more than The Wall. Make no mistake, I love that album too but Obscured by Clouds trumps over it.

[@terrypussypower]

@@mgronda410 “The Wall” is tenth rate compared to “Obscured..”! Don’t get me wrong, the good stuff on “The Wall” is as great as they’d ever done, but it’s overwhelmed by far too much dross. There’s about a third of that album that’s pure genius, and 2 thirds dreck. “Animals” was the last 100% classic Floyd album.

[@SitDownAndShutUpPlz]

One of my favorites, maybe the first Pink Floyd album I ever bought

[@mgronda410]

@@terrypussypower Exactly. Couldn't have been said any better.

[@hatemfarouk4455]

In my opinion Dave's voice is one of the best vocalists in rock business, strong masculine, honest.

[@dejacymarquesdesouza1503]

Clássico eterno, melhores tempos, quantas saudades

[@AllThatIKnowNow]

Pink Floyd have been the soundtrack of my life since first hearing them in1970!🎶🙌💙

[@jaymenon8408]

Likewise:)

[@nellymoriarty_5783]

Ditto

[@madeleinesuzette]

Mine too 😃

[@jamesglenn5259]

This was the first album by the Floyd and I’ve been listening ever since! I’m now 68 and ❤️Pink Floyd!

[@anthonyedmunds1356]

FIRST WAS PIPER AT THE GATES OVE DAWN

[@PaulRhodes420]

Seems people forget about UMMA GUMMA.

[@christophertaylor9471]

It's their seventh album, but it's so good. It's almost forgotten.

[@louise_rose]

You mean "the first album I heard by them", right?

[@jamesglenn5259]

It was the first album of the Floyd I listened to and I was hooked!

[@craigbuckley3373]

Absolutely brilliant album and criminally underrated

[@markrae1317]

Not underrated in the slightest!

[@craigbuckley3373]

@markrae1317 I remember during the 70s this album was hardly noticed after the release of dsotm and wish you were here etc and after that was virtually forgotten apart from the real Floyd fans who knew a lot of the early stuff was absolutely classic up until around the early ninety's when the world really got into the Floyd sound. I was there mate trust and real talent from all the Floyd members gaurenteed that Floyd was always destined to be the legends they are now. Thanks for the interest. Craig. Lifelong Floyd fanatic

[@craigbuckley3373]

@markrae1317 Also this album was actually the soundtrack for a film called la vallee and not a regular release

[@Imjustsaying1966]

saying underrated is so overrated……..plesh

[@lilianangelicaguidone7847]

They opened up with this in 1973, @ Blossom Music Center, never forget it

[@donyoung7874]

Blossom would have been a wonderful place to see Pink Floyd!

[@mikestewart4752]

I’ll never forget it either, and I wasn’t born until 1975!!! My Dad was there, he’s told me about it over and over throughout the years. These songs are time machines for me.

[@HappyTailsSupport]

Wish I could have been there with you watching that. Pink Floyd is always a great show no matter what decade

[@hayatikzlkan2954]

No! They opened up with The Piper at the Gates of Dawn (1967) when there was Syd Barret(left in 1968) in the band. They released ''Obscured by Clouds'' in 1972...The Band first was formed in 1964

[@coldacre]

@@hayatikzlkan2954 No! they opened up with Roger Waters being born in 1944. then Nick, Rick..... then Syd and Dave were born last.

[@nellymoriarty_5783]

Never a disappointment with them, all their music is a wonderful adventure I never grow tired of their music/sounds

[@BaconTomatoCheese]

I remember when I was introduced to Pink Floyd, as a teenager in the late ‘70’s. It was dark side of the moon, meddle, and obscured by clouds. I instantly took to this music… Played it endlessly. Still love it❤👍☮️🎸

[@epic6434]

Everyone says the similar things like masterpiece and my so and so died and Pink Floyd set their mood or something to mention a personal matter. There's something strange about this.

[@arnoldsturm7306]

Same to me! In the same time I was introduced to Mike Oldfield' music! Arnold Sturm from Romania

[@BaconTomatoCheese]

@ Tubular Bells…👍

[@unchattytwit]

This and 'More' my favourite Pink Floyd albums. Great production with a warmth, not too clinical, great combination of sounds and tunes, very human moods. Used to have the albums back to back on a C90 cassette and loved listening to it doing jobs. Thanks Pink Floyd.

[@candleg72]

Sometimes I can't stop listening to Pink Floyd!❤🎶

[@musiclover4Ever2024]

I listen to them every day. have for decades...♥

[@challism]

Sometimes? ;)

[@alessandrobalboni1723]

Assolutamente unici

[@matycee]

I bet if Chef Ramsey showed up at your house, you'd pause the Floyd to see what the hell all that was about.

[@candleg72]

Not sure what chef Ramsey has to do w/ anything?

[@edbassett588]

The last time i heard this album was in about '74. Just listened again in 2024 and it's still a joy. As others have said, listening to the songs of your youth can be a revelation.

[@ARoadd]

❤😊

[@MKMousanz]

I don’t know why people keep saying that this album doesn’t sound like the rest of PF. You can absolutely hear little bits of what would eventually be songs like: Shine On, Brain Damage, Us and Them, Time, and even stuff from The Wall. It’s an amazing piece of history leading up to one of the most legendary album runs of any musical act ever.

[@johnzaranek8063]

Definitely have cigar vibe my guy

[@joycenkenes]

even some songs similar to other bands in that era . surprised their's no copyright infringments

[@washington3763]

If you listen to pre Dark Side Of The Moon, this is definitely Floyd through and through. I also suggest listening to the only two Barrett solo albums he wrote after getting booted from Floyd. Very much like early Floyd, understandably. (Those two Barrett albums were helped along by David Gilmore and Roger Waters and also produced by those two guys.) Check out PInk Floyd "Atom Heart Mother" and compare the similarities to this excellent album.

[@mcsage2]

Best

[@mattdodge9792]

Fair, but let's not forget Syd Barrett

[@horstschutte2397]

Ich war 1973 oder 74 auf einem Pink Floyd Konzert in Toulouse (Frankreich), da haben sie diese Stücke aber nicht gespielt! Die sind ja nur GEIL!!!!

[@danielandrews7561]

This album fits in perfectly when examining their amazing evolution from their earliest albums, on up through Meddle, Dark Side of the Moon, Wish You Were Here, Animals and The Wall. I feel blessed to have grown up alongside them!

[@pabloj4104]

i love this album but kind of disagree... I find it very odd in between Meddle and DSOTM... I think their soundtracks are a separate category unlike anything else they did

[@belladonichaze3213]

@@pabloj4104 compare this to meddle, it is very very similar but it does seem a bit closer to their classic sound in dark side and WYWH

[@martyconroy3786]

@@belladonichaze3213 totally agree, it's a complimentary album to Meddle.

[@martyconroy3786]

Listen to Burning Bridges again... then tell me this doesn't fit into Dark Side perfectly.

[@intricacy9490]

@@martyconroy3786 Yes....with OBC they were still evolving and yet maintained the groove allowing, like Meddle, the PF sound to stand out. Unfortunately, the album was not given the credit it deserved. Bloody hell...just listen to that opening track: Monumental!! Once they made DSotM, they moved into a new era. To many, they became the 'new' band. To those who were with them from the very start, it was simply their next progression. To me, when Wright was allowed the attention he deserved, they were Pink Floyd

[@Dean-1970]

53yrs and still love em,like the time I first heard em BIG SHOUT,AND THANKY YOU FOR THE MUSIC 🎶 🎵 🙌 👌

[@reubensane5539]

This is actually my favorite Pink Floyd album

[@geraldmorain3166]

1972

[@geraldmorain3166]

Music follows the sounds of life

[@torpedodropkick59]

Important to have your favourite one, I tend to enjoy the early PInk Floyd, especially just instrumental no singing!

[@philantropique]

Mine too

[@petepasowicz7984]

same

[@tonyclaret810]

Eine ewige Band mit Liedern für die Ewigkeit

[@mukhumor]

Genau. 😄

[@mastertuc1]

First time hearing this album tonight. Incredible. Puts out such a groovy mood!

[@paulcaruso3398]

1st time listening here too, I like it

[@benaiah2119]

Same

[@markasof]

Think I bought this one in 1988 at 19 yrs old. Always loved it. Not long ago, a friend and I went on a trip, figuratively. He, having very little experience, turned on the TV. I watched the smile drop from his face in seconds. I started digging until I had assembled enough equipment to play an actual record. The 5 minute miracle I call it. Pulled this out and within minutes my friend was weeping with joy. Complete 180 degree about face. He had no exposure to anything like the ethereal melodies contained herein. Experience saved, another sole enriched. Pure bliss.

[@tdhayes1]

awesome story in a few words, I got just what you were saying. Great friend you are. GREAT SAVE! T

[@labratty2139]

AS I age, the more it means and the better it sounds. Purely prophetic

[@WillStephensArt]

I’ve noticed this with many bands, after time I can appreciate with fresh ears

[@tompike4116]

Childhoods end …what can I say , it really does take me back to the good times …forever grateful ❤️

[@Zapple7]

👌

[@ddelphis]

Today is 50 years since the album was released. Shine on you crazy diamonds!

[@adrianluchini4673]

PF ‘s albums are complete experiential territories constructed out of pure musical talent . Obscured by the Clouds takes us to …precisely the clouds

[@ЛарисаБеседина-м8н]

Люблю.Слушаю всю жизнь.Эта музыка не стареет!!!🌿🌿🌿из России

[@kevinhiggs798]

They are very anti war as well, good will to the Russian people from NZ

[@moshlem666]

... 🤘 🇬🇧

[@moshlem666]

... PINK FLOYD 🇬🇧 from the UK ... 🤘 🇬🇧

[@moshlem666]

... death to all false leaders and prophets, one of them is the obsessive-compulsive disordered Putin and the other one is Lukaschenko, hail the UKRAINE 🇺🇦, hail democracy ... 🤘 🇺🇦 🤘

[@helenbiddell4357]

I know that many everyday Russians are against the conflict with Ukraine, l am 57 remember the Vietnam war well. No war is a good war, there are always casualties, usually innocents, women, children and the elderly. I pray this war ends, before it gets any worse. I listen to this music and send my prayers to those suffering as a result of Putins actions. 💕💕💕 greetings from Australia

[@Fictionalwizard]

I used to listen to this album in the 70s while in the british merchant navy Floyd kept me company whilst at sea.Love those days!!

[@funkyalfonso]

Me too while I was diving in the North Sea oilfields.

[@UseDream-su1ik]

@@funkyalfonso to studio my own notes toas band style.

[@kinochdotcom]

In the early 80s, I used to run around as a teenager with this tape and Relics. I would tell people I had "some Floyd" and then throw this on. I did my part and turned a lot of people on to this album who were expecting Dark Side or The Wall. This is still one of my favorite albums. Thanks for uploading it.

[@32bevula]

Only the Floyd could casually put out this album and then ignore it. Opening track alone would be a major achievement for typical prog rock bands. The more I think about the back catalogue of Floyd, the more I feel I was so lucky to belong to that age group when the band was active in the studio and on stage.

[@evelynbloom7587]

Two hits of Windowpain, a set of headphones, this record and BLAST OFF! Good times. Thank you Floyd

[@shawn6669]

Not to be a nitpicker, but- "Windowpane". I was always partial to Goony Bird or Clownface, but whatever floats your boat. :)

[@CC-nx8we]

Windowpane...but who cares about semantics?

[@fabrigasan2150]

Mason si e’ evoluto nel senso che si e’ tagliato i capelli e mangia in bianco al venerdi ‘🤩

[@dragonmanmark]

In high school me and a buddy two hits of windowpane, Umagumma, Meddle and mind blown.

[@henryrogers5500]

4-way windowpane, or yellow berkley or orange sunshine or purple barrel in 1972 with Meddle or ELP on the Sansui and that was trippin’ for ya! Today, you couldn’t pay me enough money to take that poison! LOL!

[@johnprior588]

It's amazing how many Pink Floyd 'fans' I've spoken to, who have never heard of this, and also "More" - another great and under-rated album.

[@gregoryhorne2186]

Watch the movie more I have everything they have put out

[@greg2976]

I bought this cd years ago. And LOVE IT to death!!!!!!

[@Shockabilly1956]

I am one of those. Meddle and Dark Side are my faves. Some how I never heard this though I knew of it. 50 years later I am enlightened

[@HardyStone-x9q]

don't think many readers know about 'More.' but they do now....

[@HardyStone-x9q]

my 1st taste of this band was '

[@aleksanderorlov610]

For me this is the most complete and coherent of PF's early albums, also the most natural and easiest to listen toover and over.

[@joeericamelissa]

I would put Relics just a tick above this album though

[@federicolobello9846]

WTF?

[@monaevans8966]

Im 62 this yr.my alll time fav.group ever!! I tripped sooo many times.my laid bak music.love making music! Dicision bell.pulse

[@chiappettamark]

Umma Gumma plays through rather well.

[@williamthatcherkane446]

@@monaevans8966 so you were doing this in your thirties if kf was too pulse and division bell?

[@patlucas9981]

Nice to see younger generation listen to real music .and hear it for what it is awesome.

[@marekstruski1702]

Minęło 50 lat od premiery i nadal czuje jego moc, siłę, piękno muzyki - genialny!

[@AnthonyMoitzger-nw1id]

This is one of my favorite pink Floyd albums. 💗 have it on vinyl since the 70s I always heard the magic. And loved the album title Another great from a legendary band. THE FLOYD. Peace love ☮️ ❤️ 8888

[@TafferBoyElvis]

OMG, first time I've ever heard of this album and I'm over the age of 50. Listening to the first track has got its hook into me. Those keyboards are quite nice on track 2. Going down the rabbit hole, and I'm loving it. I'm really loving Pink Floyd so much more in my older age.

[@jameswolff1318]

Lmao bro. There is alot more unknown Pink Floyd stuff out here. Keep looking and enjoy

[@jamesjohnson-vj6uu]

Hey there, Craig. I am glad knowing you have found it! Even though it was a soundtrack it is more song oriented than some others and really quite rocking! I got it the year it was released and am sure I have listened to it more than any other PF album. Peace, brother!

[@johntait5141]

So much cool PF music between 1967 & dark side;

[@stevennovakovich2525]

My favorite PF L.P. record. 'Mudmen' and "Childhood's End" and 'Free Four' are my fave songs on this album. Thank you!

[@sogggyyy]

Floyd always knew how to begin and end an album of songs.

[@jimborasco1180]

The memories wash across my face... Italy.... 1973...

[@johnk4437]

I saw the Dark Side of the Moon concert in San Francisco 47 years ago while very high on LSD ! I was completely blown away ! Fantastic band ever there was ! Wow ! 👌

[@patricknaylor6422]

Easily my favorite Floyd album. And that's saying something.

[@tguss]

Easily my bro, just let it burn!

[@jimmcguy5511]

Not my favorite but so underrated. A great "spacey" album. One of Floyd's greatest qualities.

[@ryanmozert]

good call!

[@Darrylizer1]

It's not my favorite but there is something so pure, timeless and emotional about this album. I love it.

[@Zapple7]

It's definitely my favourite, bar none...on a C 90 if poss ..in mono...😶‍🌫️

[@ludwigzellhuber4929]

Pink Floyd ist eine der ältesten und beliebtesten Bands. Ich höre sie mehr als 40 Jahre. ❤ Meine erste Lp war die Ummaguma

[@sordelakomm]

Pink Floyd War die einzige Gruppe die auch meine Mutter gut fand. Das ist schon 45 Jahre her. Une immer noch sooooo GEIL !

[@guydeclercq1581]

Meine erste Cassette war Ummaguma. Ich war ungefähr 15. Aber es war "nur" Teil 2. Ist etwas schwieriger als Teil 1, aber ich war intrigiert durch diese spezielle Musik. Meine erste Lp war Close to the Edge by Yes. Auch speziell. Und ich liebte es, und auch nun noch, 66 Jahre alt. Ich fürchte dass Fans von Dua Lippa dass nicht mehr sagen werden wenn die 40 oder mehr Jahre älter sind. Schade. Aber es gibt noch Hoffnung: meine Tochter und mein Sohn kennen und lieben Frank Zappa, Led Zeppelin und Pink Floyd.

[@RusselRezaie]

It was a long time ago since I bought this album. A lot of things happened in my life. I just listened to this and made me relax and wonderful again. Thank you.

[@jimmcguy5511]

So underrated. I was 13 when I bought this album. I had only owned Beatles and Stones albums before this one. Floyd's Obscured by Clouds was my doorway into so much more great music.

[@geraldmorain3166]

Discovery

[@stephenhoward936]

@@geraldmorain3166 @gerald morain

[@markrae1317]

Not underrated in the slightest!

[@Zapple7]

Same here, then my brother played me "Interstellar " off Relics..

[@mysticCrunch]

I remember playing this on 8 track in my 68 GTO i love this album!!! I forgot that every song is stellar on this album !!!

[@jamieweaver2253]

The only down fall with 8 tracks was when the head turned over in the middle of a song....but it didn't matter cause you were in control of the music in your vehicle....

[@metalstage5040]

What a sweet ride that would of been.

[@williamwalton583]

Ah! The tragedy of having to splice favourite tapes

[@rubintuesday]

Lyrics: Obscured by Clouds: (Instrumental) When You’re In: (Instrumental) Burning Bridges: Bridges burning gladly, Merging with the shadows, Flickering between the lines. Stolen moments floating softly on the air, Born on wings of fire and climbing higher. Ancient bonds are breaking, Moving on and changing sides. Dreaming of a new day, Cast aside the other way. Magic visions stirring, Kindled by and burning flames rise in her eyes. The door stands ajar, The wall that once were high. Beyond the gilded cage, Beyond the reach of ties. The moment is at hand. She breaks the golden band. The Gold It’s in the…: Come on, my friends, Let's make for the hills. They say there's gold but I'm looking for thrills. You can get your hands on whatever we find, Because I'm only coming along for the ride. Well, you go your way, I'll go mine. I don't care if we get there on time. Everybody's searching for something, they say. I'll get my kicks on the way. Over the mountains, across seas, Who knows what will be waiting for me? I could sail forever to strange sounding names. Faces of people and places don't change. All I have to do is just close my eyes To see the seagulls wheeling in those far distant skies. All I want to tell you, All I want to say is count me in on the journey. Don't expect me to stay. Wot’s… Uh the Deal: Heaven sent the promised land Looks alright from where I stand 'Cause I'm the man on the outside looking in Waiting on the first step Show me where the key is kept Point me down the right line because it's time To let me in from the cold Turn my lead into gold 'Cause there's a chill wind blowing in my soul And I think I'm growing old Flash the readies wot's... uh the deal Got to make it to the next meal Try to keep up with the turning of the wheel. Mile after mile Stone after stone You turn to speak but you're alone A million miles from home you're on your own So let me in from the cold Turn my lead into gold 'Cause there's a chill wind blowing in my soul And I think I'm growing old Fire bright by candlelight With her by my side And if she prefers we will never stir again Someone sent the promised land And I grabbed it with both hands Now I'm the man on the inside looking out Hear me shout 'Come on in. What's the news and where you been?’ Cause there's no wind left in my soul And I've grown old Mudmen: (Instrumental) Childhood’s End: You shout in your sleep Perhaps the price is just too steep Is your conscience at rest if once put to the test? You awake with a start to just the beating of your heart Just one man beneath the sky Just two ears, just two eyes You set sail across the sea of long past thoughts and memories Childhood's end Your fantasies merge with harsh realities And then as the sail is hoist You find your eyes are growing moist All the fears never voiced say you have to make your final choice Who are you and who am I to say we know the reason why? Some are born Some men die beneath one infinite sky There'll be war, there'll be peace But everything one day will cease All the iron turned to rust All the proud men turned to dust And so all things, time will mend So this song will end Free Four: One, two, free, four! The memories of a man in his old age Are the deeds of a man in his prime. You shuffle in the gloom of the sickroom And talk to yourself as you die. Life is a short warm moment And death is a long cold rest. You get your chance to try In the twinkling of an eye Eighty years, with luck, or even less. So all aboard for the American tour, And maybe you'll make it to the top. But mind how you go. I can tell you, 'cause I know. You may find it hard to get off. You are the angel of death And I am the dead man's son. He was buried like a mole in a fox hole. And everyone is still on the run. And who is the master of fox hounds? And who says the hunt has begun? And who calls the tune in the courtroom? And who beats the funeral drum? The memories of a man in his old age Are the deeds of a man in his prime. You shuffle in the gloom of the sickroom And talk to yourself as you die. Stay: Stay And help me to end the day. And if you don't mind We'll break a bottle of wine. Stick around And maybe we'll put one down, 'Cause I wanna find What lies behind those eyes. Midnight blue Burning gold A yellow moon Is growing cold I rise Looking through my morning eyes, Surprised To find you by my side. Rack my brain To try to remember your name To find The words to tell you goodbye. Morning dues Newborn day Midnight blue Turn to gray Midnight blue Burning gold A yellow moon Is growing cold Absolutely Curtains: (Instrumental with wordless vocals)

[@jamie-d3r3n]

Psychedelic Sundays in the 70,s I was glued to my Hifi

[@MartinValdivia-sc9et]

I bought this LP in 1972 when I was 15...... without any pre-knowledge about the band ...just for the cover. WHAT A SURPRISSE..!!!

[@briancahill2136]

First time ever listening to this album "for real " been a Floyd fan since the 80 s, love Meddle and Atom heart mother...have to listen to this again.....

[@davidmanchajr6839]

do it man u r w l e h l m y ' e m b e r

[@JoseVargas-mk3mv]

quiero es cuchar madre corazón de átomo de pinfloy

[@JoseVargas-mk3mv]

la quiero mirella

[@JoseVargas-mk3mv]

por favor grasias

[@HoneybadgerDGAF2610]

Only IF Waters and Gilmore could just get along and make one more BEAUTIFUL album I'm 37 and ive always remember listening to Pink Floyd whether it was 95x playing it from the 80-90s or my dad listening to them and I've been listening to Pink Floyd before my conception lol my dad absolutely loves PF he's been a fan since they came out

[@turokforever007]

Bands change, they want to do something different.

[@Music_is_Breathing]

I personally think this is the best Pink Floyd album ever! Not to take away from their later albums, but this one just gets me. It was written as a soundtrack for a French movie "The Valley" but the band fell out with the film company, prompting them to release the soundtrack album as Obscured by Clouds.

[@davidfay5683]

I saw the film once, rather strange but the music was great.

[@Music_is_Breathing]

@@davidfay5683 Awesome!! I figured it would be strange, but the music is unparalleled. Only the "Wish You Were Here" album touched me as much as this one did, and still does.

[@neilfletcher4805]

Track 3 good groove song

[@ApolloSuns]

Bold statement. Love this album as well. Meddle is a favourite for me

[@michaelsalisbury1477]

Praise girl the album was released as LaValley.

[@peterskove3476]

This album brings back memories of playing it loud on my buddy’s 8 track player , the 70s…

[@svagrod]

Every time I listen to this album.It's like hearing it for the very first time ! My favorite well this and Meddle.

[@williamwalton583]

Totally! Had just left school and when I bought this was wondering where the he'll I'd been before

[@vonjunzt4130]

I didn't buy a Pink Floyd album until i was 17 (1987) and Meddle was the one I bought, followed quickly by this one and then Ummagumma. My 3 favs.

[@rogerferns9760]

Definitely the 2 most relaxed PF albums....

[@moogymiss]

Yes a film soundtrack..but wow..a great album written around DSOTM. When Floyd were at their peak. David Gilmours guitar is all over this album. Brilliant and very underrated. Stunning piece of work.

[@BeardedDubstep]

You know what's overrated? David Gilmour. He wasn't even a part of the band until their 4th album, and he was barely on the last Syd album, apart from a few guitar licks. Now apparently the entire band was about him.

[@tonyrun5802]

@@BeardedDubstep can't deny that after Syd left the band's style changed quite a lot. And it's also undeniable that Gilmour makes you feel every chord

[@steverobinson364]

I watched “The Valley” knowing this album was the soundtrack. Kinda weird, not bad, but definitely carried by the Floyd soundtrack.

[@duckswearinggloves305]

@@BeardedDubstep lmao the most popular stuff they put out was with Gilmore. I wouldn’t say he was the main member then but certainly had a big impact.

[@BeardedDubstep]

@@duckswearinggloves305 He definitely did. He's an ok guitarist, but the way he plays definitely fits their sound very well. Not skilled, but for sure an excellent fit and an iconic sound.

[@jamescoe764]

My favourite Floyd album. Loved it from the first time I listened to it

[@Zapple7]

Thank you 👍👍 my very own thoughts too 👏👏👏👏👏 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@MichaelJabeetus742]

What a profound experience! I haven't heard this in years, and I just turned 30! Time itself just gets by so quick.. as young as I am, I'm humbled to be sitting here with you guys enjoying it the way I do ❤ Cheers boys!

[@wagnerazevedo2340]

O Pink Floyd sempre será a Banda de Rock Progressivo mais relevante de todos os tempos. Sem querer menosprezar as demais, lógico. Escuto esse álbum há 48 anos, é um disco simplesmente fantástico, tem uma sonoridade fora do normal. Show

[@franciscopaulo6]

também acho, ainda é o meu favorito .... eu tinha em K7.

[@Oberheim.OB-XA]

VOZ SYD FAZ FALTA

[@davidbryonn1]

Uma boa forma de não menosprezar outras bandas é não colocar PF na categoria "rock progressivo", já que isso faz da categoria uma competição injusta, Pink Floyd é de subgênero próprio

[@nocopyright7912]

"Obscured by Clouds" by Pink Floyd is a captivating journey through sound and emotion. Released as the soundtrack album for the French film "La Vallée" in 1972, it showcases the band's remarkable ability to craft immersive sonic landscapes that transport listeners to distant realms. With its dreamlike melodies, ethereal instrumentals, and introspective lyrics, the album takes listeners on a mesmerizing exploration of the human experience. From the hauntingly beautiful "Burning Bridges" to the mesmerizing title track "Obscured by Clouds," each song invites listeners to delve deeper into the complexities of existence. One of the remarkable aspects of "Obscured by Clouds" is its seamless blend of rock, folk, and psychedelic elements, a signature style that Pink Floyd has perfected over the years. The album serves as a testament to the band's innovation and creativity, cementing their legacy as pioneers of progressive rock. Overall, "Obscured by Clouds" is a timeless masterpiece that continues to captivate audiences with its transcendent melodies and profound lyrical themes. It stands as a testament to Pink Floyd's enduring influence on the world of music and remains a cherished gem in the band's illustrious discography.

[@albertfrancois2316]

When this record arrived at home in 1972 my mother thought invaders from Mars landed ! We were so young, i was ten, and indeed we danced like martians !

[@roxyabrooks864]

I've never listened to this album! Masterful, delicate and beautiful! Thank you for sharing ✨

[@trumps-not-rightfor-us5603]

Pink Floyd's finest Jewel from 1971 72.. I have loved this album since the first time I heard of it but it unheard unseen just because of the name of the band.. and I have loved this album inside now ever since.. back then Pink Floyd was obscured by clouds.. the music you strived for and enjoyed so often..

[@williamwalton583]

I bought it in 72. I'm 68 and it's still my favourite. Meddle a close 2nd.

[@robertmaimone8733]

the memories this ablum brings back from early 70s, are so uplifting, I saw them in72,75 and 80@spectrum,good times, still here at66,Peace

[@richardoelschlager1749]

Oh boy the spectrum in Philly first grateful Dead concert 1972

[@moshlem666]

... PINK FLOYD 🇬🇧 from the UK ... 🤘 🇬🇧

[@joseantonioparejogarcia7899]

Aquí empieza el subidón, un año antes "Meddle" y madre mía lo que venía a continuación, música eterna que a día de hoy tiene la misma vigencia que cuando fue grabada.

[@akhsassiboubaker9649]

انا من عشاق بيك فلويد . انهم يبدعون في الموسقى التي تسافر بالروح إلى اقصى المتعة النفسية والسكون الميتفزيقي.🎉

[@georgetebbens3524]

It's absolutely fascinating hearing David Gilmour arrive at his iconic soaring guitar style on this album.

[@nostromo68100]

Exactly! Well spotted sir.

[@WillStephensArt]

It’s like he hadn’t realized it until around here

[@Mart77]

I've been a fan of progressive rock for many-many years, i cant believe i found this album just now

[@stevenmcnab]

Childhood's End 21:45 You shout in your sleep Perhaps the price is just too steep Is your conscious at rest If once put to the test You awake with a start To just the beating of your heart Just one man beneath the sky Just two ears just two eyes You set sail across the sea Of long past thoughts and memories Childhood's end your fantasies Merge with harsh realities And then as the sail is hoist You find your eyes are growing moist And all the fears never voiced Say you have to make the final choice Who are you and who am I To say we know the reason why Some are born some men die Beneath one infinite sky There'll be war there'll be peace But everything one day will cease All the iron turn to rust All the proud men turn to dust So all things time will mend And so this song will end

[@chrismorgan7494]

This and Free Four are my favorite songs on this album.

[@AdrianPaco]

This one of the best songs of the history. Thank your for share the lyrics. Best wishes from Mexico.

[@SKarthikeyan75]

@@chrismorgan7494 Wot's uh the deal is gorgeous too.

[@jonathanmills1630]

👍

[@johnamaral1786]

@@SKarthikeyan75 AND...Burning Bridges, Mudmen, and the entirety of Side 2. /:-)

[@davidharper7330]

Bought this in 1972 on vinyl floyd then we’re always in stood alone, in there music world and still now 2021,still here and still can’t get enough of them there music is always been in fashion and will never change there on there own planet musical geniuses 🎸🎸🎸

[@williamwalton583]

Their

[@johnsktdereamer5127]

Another beautiful piece of Pink Floyd music that "takes-meh-home" every time i listen to it . . .

[@a73636]

Pink Floyd is so phenomenal. No recent band will ever realize

[@kanielamiel]

One of the greatest albums of all times

[@eduardovazquez6992]

so true!!

[@markrae1317]

Absolutely! Not underrated in the slightest!

[@kebinxx]

Na maioria das vezes eu costumo ouvir "bem" as músicas na madrugada, quando o som da cidade não ecoa por todos os lados. Em Obscured by Clouds, um instante em que você perde, pode comprometer a experiência única do álbum que, em minha opinião é sim bastante criticado desde o dia de sua criação. Costumo dizer que esse disco é uma obra prima perdida no tempo da música mundial, simplesmente fantástico se ouvido com atenção minuciosa e apreço, óbvio.

[@rwfagal9977]

Así es

[@gsferraresi]

Concordo, ouvi uma vez sem dar a devida atenção e fiquei com a impressão de ''não foi dos melhores deles'', até ouvir da forma que o album merece ser ouvido, mudou tudo!

[@GARDENER42]

Você está absolutamente correto. Este álbum não é para os tempos 'ocupados'. Please excuse Google translation.

[@ramirobrito5378]

Concordo plenamente,esta banda é a melhor de todos os tempos ,na minha opinião o David Gilmour fêz toda a diferença quando entrou para a banda ❤

[@Slipperygecko390]

First heard this in its full last summer, listened on headphones outside under the stars on a farm, smoking a bunch of weed. Followed by Meddle. Thats the best night ive ever had listening to music hands down.

[@fel24thecat]

By far one if not the most underrated album they made

[@JoelBryant1960]

One of the best Pink Floyd albums, especially for David Gilmour.

[@graemedoubell2077]

Been a favourite of mine for years. No.1 band since 1977

[@jasonstouder]

this album is something for many people. for me, it is being 16 years old, walking to school, my friends houses and work with headphones on playing a steady rotation of this album, atom heart mother, dtotm and 2112 by rush. all on cassette. amazing walks. i had grown up with a lack of foundation and a love of music. discovering pink floyd and rush at 15 was transforming to me. it showed me that music can take us away, it can inspire us, it can impress us. it can cause us to critique that which we can not come close to making and there was a lot of pain in some of it. today, i play guitar, good enough to probably bang this song out in some form. i never really saw that coming, as i never aspired to be like the musicians, except neil peart.

[@unchattytwit]

Good on you brother - some more wonderful discoveries to make: Genesis, Yes , Jethro Tull, Gentle Giant, Van Der Graaf Generator and Peter Hammill, Caravan, Camel, Spirit, Kansas and Jimi Hendrix of course, to name a small selection. Good luck.

[@roberthypes6149]

I've had many copies of Dark Side in my lifetime. They all were played so much that I wore them out.

[@belaadormecida52]

Eu estava nascendo em junho de 1972, fui privilegiada com esse álbum da maravilhosa Banda Pink Floyd..🥰😍🌻🌸👏👏👏👏

[@paulkussmann6711]

David’s vocals are so sweet and soothing……I’ve always wondered why he gets no love in the pantheon of lead singers……..

[@Ralph_River]

'cause his carreer as a guitarist is much more remarkable... His singing is incredibly beautiful, but the way he play his guitar is absurdly outstanding, soothing, touching, mind blowing, mesmerizing and orgasmic if you allow me to say it...

[@mikensd]

@@Ralph_River His guitar playing is reptilian; bypasses your ears and goes straight for your soul instead. That's what makes him totally unique to me. Have loved this music for the last fifty five years. It's my religion.

[@planetmusic11]

This is the most special album of Pink Floyd 💚 🙏 💚

[@Darrylizer1]

This album gives me chills.

[@davidhaydar6339]

PNG would give you more chills. ENJOY

[@deltadesign5697]

The ultimate blend of acoustic + synths. Possibly my favourite Floyd album. But they released some awesome LPs around this time, so it's a hard call.

[@williamwalton583]

By a nose. Meddle in 2nd, half a length gap to Wish You Were Here, Div Bell. Momentary Lapse falls at the furlong. Re issue Green Is The Colour and top up Meddle after San Tropez, and there u have it. The perfect Floyd