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Album Title: Echoes: The Best of Pink Floyd
Artist: Pink Floyd
Meta Information:
- Release Date: November 5, 2001
- Label: EMI
- Genre: Progressive Rock, Psychedelic Rock
- Format: CD, Vinyl, Digital
- Language: English
- Country: United Kingdom
Interesting Facts:
Comprehensive Compilation: "Echoes: The Best of Pink Floyd" is a comprehensive compilation album that spans Pink Floyd's entire career, from their early psychedelic days to their later, more progressive rock sound. It features tracks from albums like "The Piper at the Gates of Dawn", "The Dark Side of the Moon", "Wish You Were Here", "Animals", and more, providing a broad overview of the band's evolution.
Title Track: The album is named after "Echoes", a 23-minute epic track from Pink Floyd's 1971 album "Meddle". "Echoes" is considered one of Pink Floyd's masterpieces, featuring intricate instrumentals, haunting vocals, and surreal lyrics. It's often regarded as a highlight of the band's progressive rock era.
Special Edition: Alongside the standard edition, "Echoes: The Best of Pink Floyd" was also released as a special edition box set. This edition includes additional content such as a booklet featuring artwork and band photos, as well as a bonus disc containing rare tracks and live recordings. It's a must-have for Pink Floyd collectors and fans looking for a deeper dive into the band's discography.