The Dark Side of the Moon is the eighth studio album by English rock band Pink Floyd. It was released on March 1st, 1973 and is a concept album that takes listeners across various stages of human life, beginning and ending with a heartbeat. The themes often revolve around conflict, morality, greed, time, and mental illness1. The album is among the most critically acclaimed albums and often features in professional listings of the greatest of all time. It brought Pink Floyd international fame, wealth and plaudits to all four band members.