Seeing as how they lost their primary singer/songwriter, the remainder of Pink Floyd (now including David Gilmour) needed direction.

Each of them was capable of writing songs, but their attempts at writing a hit single proved that none of them had a knack for commerciality, which meant that their opportunity to remain pop stars had virtually evaporated.

Earlier in their career, the band had been approached to provide music for a film, so the idea of being a band that functioned as a source for film music became a serious consideration. This part of this story covers that era when the band found themselves searching for an appropriate direction.

Featured Tracks:

Remember a Day

Set the Controls for the Heart of the Sun

It Would Be So Nice

Julia Dream

Point Me at the Sky

Cirrus Minor

The Nile Song

Crying Song

Cymbaline