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- Pink Floyd’s ‘Animals’ Just Turned 50 Years Old (parade.com)
Pink Floyd’s legacy continues to shine brightly, decades after their landmark albums first captivated audiences worldwide.
Recently, Roger Waters, co-founder of the legendary rock band, made headlines with his response to Macklemore being removed from Ed Sheeran’s tour following the rapper’s controversial on-stage remarks. Yet, beyond these current events, Pink Floyd’s influence remains deeply embedded in popular culture, especially as their classic records reach significant milestones.
Looking ahead to 2026, Pink Floyd’s 10th studio album, Animals, will celebrate its 50th anniversary. This concept album, notable for its five expansive tracks-three of which stretch beyond ten minutes-has grown in critical stature over the years, becoming a beloved piece of rock history.
In tribute to this milestone, the acclaimed Pink Floyd tribute band Brit Floyd has announced their Animals 50 tour for next year. The group recently shared the news on Instagram, igniting excitement among fans eager to experience the album’s timeless music performed live once more.
Comments poured in, with one fan urging, “YES! Come back to Connecticut for this please, favorite album, you guys put on a hell of a show,” while another expressed, “We are the luckiest people in the world to get to experience these shows!!”
Meanwhile, attention also turns to Pink Floyd’s next album after Animals. Earlier this month, Parade highlighted the enduring power of “Comfortably Numb,” a track co-written by David Gilmour and Roger Waters. The song recently earned a spot at number 179 on Rolling Stone’s list of “The 500 Greatest Songs of All Time,” praised for Waters’ poignant lyrics and Gilmour’s masterful guitar work.
As Pink Floyd’s music continues to captivate new generations, their artistic achievements remain as relevant and celebrated as ever.
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