Psychedelic Rock! What in the world is that? and Progressive Rock? Some people would think it to be more decadent than the name suggests. Then why the fan following and in fact sometimes fanaticism about this band called Pink Floyd. During thee 70's and 80's they played music that was always associated with that extra puff that would get you to understand and vibe better with them. In fact, there was a time a friend asked me in response to my liking Pink Floyd, "Do you dope?". It was only in time I learned what that statement meant and how odd a fan I was!
I have never understood their lyrics and don't think I ever will. But their music has always been a indefatigable source of inspiration for millions including my room mate, RGB. The music can take you to a high, that in my opinion, even the biggest puffs (of magic purple dragons) cannot not give you. The intoxicating guitar, the esoteric lyrics, the blinding pyrotechnics and light displays, all contributing to an enthralling performance that literally mesmerizes you.
Roger Waters had come to Mumbai as a part of his promotional world tour of Dark Side of the Moon. The concert was, well, not as flamboyant as Pulse, but that was a different story all together. That was more of a wonder for the elite than something for us, the bourgeois. Not disparaging the performance here by any means, it was awe inspiring. It wouldn't be too presumptuous for me to hint at me coming to Mumbai to work as divine intervention.
Roger Waters had come to Bangalore 4 years ago and I missed him that time, but this time I kept my date and it was worth every penny I paid. This adds on to my tally of three: Sting, Mark Knopfler and now Raaaauuuuger Waaaterssss.
The Dark Side of Roger Waters
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