The classic 1973 Pink Floyd song that started out as a prank: “One of the best things Rick ever did”
Isolated proof that pranks can be constructive.
Author: Jordan Potter
Jordan Potter is Far Out Magazine's staff writer based in Brighton. His passion for post-punk and pop culture is only outweighed by a shelf-crippling vinyl addiction. When he's not spinning records or writing about how great music once was, you'll find him watching Peep Show, beer in hand.
Articles by Author: Jordan Potter
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The Beach Boys and ELO combined.