Dark Side Of The Moon 28 March with Stone The Crows, Genesis, Ian Hunter, Pink Floyd, Jody Grind, Rare Bird and more!
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Gary Jackson returns to the 'Dark Side of the Moon' with another immersive journey through classic progressive rock, celebrating the genre's golden era from 1968 to 1974 while weaving in later works. The episode opens with a high-energy Montrose track and features deep cuts from Pink Floyd, including Rick Wright’s 'Reaching for the Rail' and the iconic 'Shine On You Crazy Diamond' suite. A playful yet poignant segment explores the 'sloppy pit' — a metaphorical space for overlooked gems — spotlighting artists like Jody Grind, Stone the Crows, and Ian Hunter, whose 'Defiance Part 2' features Jeff Beck and Johnny Depp. The show blends nostalgia with discovery, highlighting rare tracks and deep album cuts, including Joe Jackson’s 'Real Men' and Frank Zappa’s 'Chunga’s Revenge,' which ties back to the 200 Motels project. The episode closes with a quiz reveal: Traffic’s 'Dear Mr. Fantasy,' famously covered by Crosby, Stills & Nash.
The 'sloppy pit' of the dark side of the moon is a curated space for forgotten or underrated prog rock gems.
Pink Floyd’s 'Shine On You Crazy Diamond' remains a cornerstone of progressive rock storytelling and emotional depth.
Ian Hunter’s 'Defiance Part 2' features unexpected collaborations, hinting at a forthcoming Part 3.
Frank Zappa’s 'Chunga’s Revenge' originated from the abandoned 200 Motels project, showcasing his experimental roots.
Traffic’s 'Dear Mr. Fantasy' was a pivotal track that inspired major American folk-rock reinterpretations.
Opening the Door to the Dark Side
Gary Jackson welcomes listeners back with a theatrical intro, setting the tone for a deep dive into classic progressive rock, emphasizing the 1968–1974 era while hinting at later additions.
Montrose and Rick Wright: Rock and Keys
The episode kicks off with Montrose’s electrifying 'Good Rockin' Tonight' and transitions into Rick Wright’s introspective 'Reaching for the Rail' from his album Broken China.
The 'Sloppy Pit' and Forgotten Gems
“Is the sloppy pit in the middle of the dark side of the moon?”
Joe Jackson, John & Vangelis, and Juicy Lucy
Highlights include Joe Jackson’s 'Real Men' from Night and Day, John and Vangelis’s 'Outside of This', and Juicy Lucy’s provocative 'Willie the Pimp' and 'Lie Back and Enjoy It'.
The Emotional Core: 'Shine On You Crazy Diamond'
“There is no dark side of the moon, really. As a matter of fact, it's all dark.”
“There is no dark side of the moon, really. As a matter of fact, it's all dark.”
“Dear Mr. Fantasy... a song covered by Crosby, Stills & Nash over in America.”
“The wind picks up some paper and blows it past our feet. We watch it grateful that our eyes don't have to meet.”
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Pink Floyd
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Jody Grind
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Joe Jackson
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Rick Wright
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Stone the Crows
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Juicy Lucy
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Ian Hunter
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Montrose
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Frank Zappa
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