Save for a couple of early singles – such as Syd Barrett-penned “Arnold Layne” and “See Emily Play” – almost all of PINK FLOYD covers can be sourced to their four classic albums from the ’70s, that’s why it’s so satisfying to hear other artists, especially veterans of the trade, venture into something that didn’t originally appeared neither on “Dark Side Of The Moon” nor “Wish You Were Here” – and, more so, neither on “Animals” nor “The Wall“: the material which is too familiar. And that’s why an unexpected delivery on “San Tropez” from “Meddle” feels so refreshing.
San Tropez
It’s all down to the line-up who undertook such an endeavor because, if Rick Wakeman and Joe Bouchard can be considered usual suspects for things like this, same can’t be said of Graham Bonnet whose ballsy approach, perfectly suited to “Dogs” on the "Animals" tribute, has turned to mellowness here. Factor in Chris Poland of MEGADETH fame on guitars and SLAYER’s own Dave Lombardo on drums, and the results of the one-off quintet’s work defy any preconception. Simultaneously languorous and gloomy, the piece is impressive enough to be admired.
Whether it’s a precursor to a new full-length project remains to be seen, though.
