Pink Floyd has announced a new compilation album titled '8-Tracks', celebrating the band's work from 1971 to 1979. The collection features eight essential tracks and is set for release on June 5 via Sony Music on vinyl, CD, and digital platforms.
Pink Floyd announced the forthcoming '8-Tracks' compilation, which highlights eight classic songs from their 1971-1979 era. The album includes 'Money', 'Wish You Were Here', 'Another Brick In The Wall, Part 2', 'Time', and 'Comfortably Numb', alongside earlier tracks 'One Of These Days' and 'Wot’s… Uh The Deal'. It also features an exclusive full version of 'Pigs On The Wing', previously available only on the 1977 'Animals' eight-track cartridge release. The track sequence was edited by Steven Wilson, incorporating sound effects from the original multitracks for a continuous listening experience in 'classic Floydian style' as described officially. Pre-orders and pre-saves are available now, according to NME, which first reported the announcement on April 8. The project marks the eight-year period that produced key albums including 1971's 'Meddle', 1972's 'Obscured By Clouds', 1973's 'The Dark Side Of The Moon', 1975's 'Wish You Were Here', 1977's 'Animals', and 1979's 'The Wall'. An official description states: “'8-Tracks' documents the full measure of Pink Floyd’s transition into their breakthrough era, propelled into superstardom throughout the 1970s.” It adds that the work shifted the band beyond the early psychedelic era of Syd Barrett, cementing their status as one of the greatest rock bands. '8-Tracks' serves as an entry point for new listeners and a curated revisit for longtime fans. Full tracklist: Side A 1. 'One Of These Days' 2. 'Wot’s… Uh The Deal' 3. 'Money' 4. 'Another Brick In The Wall, Part 2' Side B 1. 'Wish You Were Here' 2. 'Time' 3. 'Comfortably Numb' 4. 'Pigs On The Wing' (full version)
