Monday, January 4, 2021

"Radio Waves" by Roger Waters

Much like he did while in Pink Floyd, English songwriter Roger Waters released concept albums rather than a collection of unconnected songs. More like an experience than a record. The concept album is a lost art, and it is a challenge to include tracks that are radio-friendly without disrupting the flow of the listening experience.

This may be part of the reason why Waters never landed a single on the US charts beyond his tenure with Pink Floyd. Not even "Radio Waves," one of the most accessible and enjoyable tracks in his solo catalogue, could drive him into the Top 100.

This should not steer you away from diving deep into his work. Other popular highlights include "5:01 AM (The Pros And Cons Of Hitch Hiking)," "What God Wants, Pt I," and "Deja Vu," a cut from his 2017 screed called "Is This The Life We Really Want?"


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