The Record Exchange
The Record Exchange
Craig and John
Episode 28 - Failer and Wish You Were Here
49 minutes Posted Aug 7, 2018 at 4:00 am.
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In 1975, following the success of Dark side of the Moon, Pink Floyd struggles with fame and fortune and find themselves in a period of emptiness. With Rodger Waters at the helm, the band creates what is said to be the most complete album in their discography. “Wish You Were Here” pays tribute to founding member Syd Barret, while at the same time providing a powerful critique of the music business and corporate greed. This one’s headphone worthy! Moving ahead to 2003 Kathleen Edwards releases her debut, “Failer”, a straight forward and sometimes painful collection of alt-country tunes that are sure to conjure up visions of wayward youth, infidelity, bad backseat choices and hard drinking. Using an assortment of instruments and arrangements this gritty yet beautifully flawless album won’t let you escape without a few bruises. A couple of glasses of “Clutch” American Pale Ale from the Redline Brew house please.