One of the most influential albums of all time, Pink Floyd's The Dark Side of the Moon was recorded over eight months at Abbey Road Studios.But several other north London locations played a role in the iconic release 50 years ago.The album was partly developed during live performances, with an early version premiering to press at Finsbury Park's Rainbow Theatre in February 1972 several months before recording began.The Rainbow Theatre in Finsbury Park where in February 1972 Pink Floyd performed an early version of The Dark Side of The Moon (Image: Newsquest Archive) Then known as 'The Dark Side of The Moon: A Piece for Assorted Lunatics', it explored ideas including the pressures of the band's lifestyle, and the mental health problems of former member Syd Barrett.
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