Dark Side of OZ?

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While writing my last blog I found myself skimming through my iPod trying to find something to listen to. I ended up on Pink Floyd's Dark Side of the Moon.

Considered by many critics to be one of the greatest albums of its generation Dark Side of the Moon was released in March of 1973 and was the sixth studio album released by the British progressive rock band. At the time Floyd used the most technologically savvy recording equipment and created a much different sound than was heard in their previous albums.

Truly an album better appreciated when listened to in its synchronized order. Dark Side of the Moon takes listeners on a musical journey of conflict, passing of time, greed and outright chaos.

One very interesting aspect of this album is the rumors surrounding it. One in particular is that the album was recorded as a soundtrack to The Wizard of Oz, 1938.

I decided to Google it.

Sure enough, the Internet is cluttered with different theories about the Dark Side of the Rainbow. It was even available to watch on Google video.

Sounds crazy, I know, but hear me out.

First, I have to make it very clear that if you try this, you will not see Judy Garland singing, "Speak to me" but there are some very odd similarities that occur throughout the album.

For example, after the tornado scene "The great gig in the sky" is just ending. Coincidence enough, but there's more.

Dorothy gets up from the bed, walks to the door, and upon opening it she sees the beaming colors of Oz at the exact moment the song "Money" begins.

There are several more similarities throughout the album.

Camera angles, the appearance of new characters and compelling moments in the film all seem to link up with different parts of the album.

Band members and others involved in the recording of the album deny there being any connection between to the two. But it can't be denied that there are some striking similarities between the two.

All in all it's pretty cool. Even if you don't like Pink Floyd or The Wizard of Oz it's worth checking out.