The original Pink Floyd The Wall album was released in November of 1979. The story centers around a character named Pink, who is a thinly veiled representation of Syd Barrett. The album was written by Roger Waters, and is based on his experiences with Barrett, as well as the band’s struggles with fame.
The album was originally released as a double album, and has since been reissued as a CD. The CD features several bonus tracks, including a live version of “The Thin Ice.”
The Wall is a concept album, and the story is told through the lyrics and the …