The Final Cut — 1983

A bleak, Waters-dominated song-cycle of war and grief. Sombre and divisive. A poignant late record. Not the first record to reach for, but well worth reaching for.

On vinyl: '80s originals are plentiful and usually affordable; reissues tend to be cleaner but pricier.

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More from Pink Floyd — where to go next

If you have The Final Cut, these are the Pink Floyd records worth reaching for next.

1. 1
   The Dark Side of the Moon1973 · Rock
   Start here
2. 2
   The Piper at the Gates of Dawn1967 · Rock
   Classic
3. 3
   Meddle1971 · Rock
   Classic
4. 4
   Wish You Were Here1975 · Rock
   Classic
5. 5
   Animals1977 · Rock
   Classic

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