live in oakland 1977

The Pink Floyd Live in Oakland 1977 performance is one of the most famous and intriguing shows from the band's Animals tour. The tour, which supported their 1977 album Animals, marked a pivotal moment in Pink Floyd's evolution, both musically and in terms of their relationship dynamics.

The Oakland show, held on May 9, 1977, is notable for its raw energy and the atmosphere of tension that permeated the performance. At this point, Pink Floyd was in the midst of some internal struggles, particularly between Roger Waters and the other band members. This created a bit of an edge in the show, as the band's unity was starting to fray, but it also led to some intense musical performances.

Musically, the Oakland concert included several tracks from Animals—such as "Dogs," "Pigs," and "Sheep"—which were more abrasive and politically charged compared to their earlier, more introspective material. The show also featured classics like "Money" and "Shine On You Crazy Diamond." The sound at the time was very heavy on synths and experimental elements, reflecting the darker, more dystopian themes of Animals. The show is often considered one of the better performances of this particular tour, with the band’s instrumentation tight and powerful, despite the underlying tensions.

The 1977 tour was also famous for its ambitious stage set-up, featuring the giant inflatable pig, which would later become a hallmark of Pink Floyd's live shows during the The Wall tour. The pig symbolized the album’s themes of corporate greed and societal control, and during the Oakland show, the pig floated above the audience, which added to the surreal, almost oppressive atmosphere of the concert.

One of the most fascinating things about the Oakland 1977 performance is how it encapsulates the band at a moment of creative peak, but also internal conflict. For fans of Pink Floyd, it’s a crucial part of their live history. The setlist, performance intensity, and the sense of the band grappling with their own success and growing tensions make it a standout event in their legendary live shows.

Track Listing:

• A1 Sheep 11:29
• A2 Pigs On The Wing (Part I) 2:16
• A3 Dogs - Part One 15:43
• B1 Dogs - Part Two 2:47
• B2 Pigs On The Wing (Part II) 2:24
• B3 Pigs (Three Different Ones) 17:21
• B4 Have A Cigar 6:50
• C1 Shine On You Crazy Diamond (Parts I-V) 13:58
• C2 Welcome To The Machine 8:13
• C3 Wish You Were Here 6:17
• D1 Shine On You Crazy Diamond (Parts VI-IX) 21:29
• D2 Us And Them 8:00