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?"
Despite massive album sales and a string of well-known songs, Top 100 chart success has eluded the legendary progressive rock band Pink Floyd. The two key exceptions include 1973's "Money," which went to #13, and the #1 smash "Another Brick In The Wall Part II." After Roger Waters left the band to pursue a solo career in 1985, David Gilmour took over creative control and steered the band into releasing a few more sporadic albums. The first without Waters was 1987's "A Momentary Lapse Of Reason," which yielded a #70 hit, "Learning To Fly." The second album without Waters, "The Division Bell," didn't arrive until 1994. It also produced a minor chart hit when "Take It Back" reached #73. "The Division Bell" received mixed reviews, but I rank it as one of the most underappreciated records in the band's extensive catalog. "Coming Back To Life" is one of my favorite songs by the band, showcasing some of the most beautiful and dynamic guitar work Gilmour has recorded. Fun fact: Pink Floyd continues to hold the record for the longest charting album ever. "The Dark Side Of The Moon" has spent an astonishing 923 weeks on Top 200 album chart.
