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Pink Floyd’s Animals is a 1977 progressive rock album directly influenced by George Orwell’s *Animal Farm*. The concept explores themes of social hierarchy and political corruption through allegorical animal characters – pigs representing leadership, dogs symbolizing aggression, and sheep embodying blind obedience. It's notable for its ambitious scope and critical commentary on societal structures. The album is primarily intended for listeners interested in progressive rock, politically-minded music, or those familiar with Orwell’s work.
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What inspired Pink Floyd's 1977 'Animals' album concept?
Roger Waters based the concept loosely on George Orwell's 'Animal Farm,' recasting society into three classes: dogs (ruthless capitalists), pigs (corrupt authorities), and sheep (passive followers). The allegory was directed at 1970s British political and social conditions rather than Orwell's Soviet critique.
What are the tracks on Pink Floyd's 'Animals'?
The album has five tracks: two short acoustic bookends called 'Pigs on the Wing' (Parts 1 and 2) and three extended compositions: 'Dogs,' 'Pigs (Three Different Ones),' and 'Sheep.' The three central tracks each run over ten minutes and dominate the album.
Who produced Pink Floyd's 'Animals' album?
The band produced the album themselves, with Roger Waters taking the dominant creative role in both the songwriting and production. This was a shift from their previous album, 1975's 'Wish You Were Here,' which had been co-produced with longtime collaborator Bob Ezrin.
Did Pink Floyd perform 'Animals' material on their 1977 tour?
Yes, the 1977 'In the Flesh' tour featured the bulk of 'Animals' performed live alongside selections from 'Wish You Were Here.' The shows became notorious for Roger Waters's increasing frustration with audiences, an experience that later inspired the concept of 'The Wall.'
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