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OMG!!!!! David's got a 4-discer out?!!!!!
Me want!!!!! Me want BAD!!!!!!
He sure does, Bill ... I just listened to the entire Gdansk concert last evening while I was doing some paperwork for my job. It's amazing:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SFIBuwcRlIo
One unique feature is David Gilmour playing the solo sax on "Red Sky at Night" ... and very capably, I might add.
It's in the playlist to watch tonight after Amy's thing. It will be nice to end an evening with. 
Thanks, Rick
Bill
So who would be the singer/guitarists you'd like to see at a "Three-Star Concert" (or however many stars you want).?
1. David (of course)
2. Knopfler
3. Fahey
Don't even look at Rolling Stone's Top 100 Guitarists. They have Gilmour at #82 and Hendrix at #1. I give Hendrix his due, but I think he was mostly a shredder before shredding was cool (if it is, that is). I put John Fahey in there just because he represents the most eclectic of all three. He could just as well have played classical guitar (and probably does).
You?
EDITED TO ADD: This should probably have its own thread. Mods, would you be so kind? Thanks.
Okay, this begins my "review" of "Live At Gdansk" ---- it will have many parts and stops and starts, but hopefully just this ol' fart ----- a'writin'
1. The Beginning
a. For more than a few times, I kept hearing, "I want my....I want my....MTV" at the beginning of some of David's stuff, but that only happened a couple of times, so because of who he is, he is forgiven
b. I didn't know he could play the saxophone, could our David ---- AWESOME, DUDE!---- And while we are on the subject of saxophones think about this; no electric guitar sound effect has ever really been able to accurately reproduce the sound of a sax. I know: matter of opinion, Bill, but still, it's what I believe. Same with any reed.
Secondly (we're still under letter b --- I have forgotten how to properly stage an outline --- sue me. 
) what if we never had discovered special effects for guitar? How would this lovely work of art have been produced?
c. Just thoughts: I cried a little when Richard stood up. What a precious man! And I'm not gay, but I'll say it again: What a precious man. He made it all so synchronistic. It's like when they were Floyd, they were meant to be Floyd. [shrugs] I don't know how to put it any other way.
As you know, I like to "review" as I listen, and I have not finished listening yet, so there is more to come, but inbetween, I sure would like to read what YOU think of the music of whom we both love so much
SIDEBAR....... I was just thinking about how my favorite composer of all time, The Maestro Ludwig Von Beethoven, might react to hearing der Herr David Gilmour ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ (you know what those are by now, right?) ~~~~~~~~~~~
"GET OUT off here du SCHTINKER! You are HURTING meine EARRRS, und I am schupposed to be deff, Mensch!"
Then------ after David leaves, our Louie hurries to his piano forte and quickly plays and writes down several notes our David has played for him.
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And with that little vignette, I'll stop the review of "Live At Gdansk" for now.
More to come.
Your Friend,
Bill
EDITED TO ADD: This post has had MANY edits, including semantics, grammar etc. So if you read this inbetween edits, then yes, I know it's not THE Pink Floyd and I know Mr. Richard Wright has passed. If you see any other mistakes, please point them out and belittle me until I correct them. ----- Thanks
EDITED TO ADD: This should probably have its own thread. Mods, would you be so kind? Thanks.
Actually Bill that's up to you. The section was intended as a place for discussion about Bands & Artists..... nothing in your post(s) deviates from that subject greatly, so hammer down!
The historical significance of this concert and its location is worth mentioning. The Gdansk Shipyard - formerly called the Lenin Shipyard - was the site where the Polish Solidarity Trade Union (Solidarnosc) was formed, in September 1980. It was the first trade union in a Warsaw Pact country, that was not controlled by the communist party, and it was first headed by Lech Walesa. Walesa, an electrician by trade, later became the President of Poland in 1990.
This famous historical site was the only location where Gilmour's song "A Great Day for Freedom" (Division Bell album) was fittingly played on this tour, and its powerful message was not lost on the audience of 50,000 attendees.
Thanks, TF. Something about that name kept trying to get through my brain so now I know what it was. I was in broadcasting during that time and all of us had a thing going about Lech's last name; namely, so to speak, how to pronounce it.
We finally laid it on our producer who butchered it even worse and then I happened on a friend who was Polish and asked him how to pronounce it. Well, he put that "n'" in there and that's what everyone went with, on our station. The others were still struggling.
Did I mention, I used my Polish friend to win a staged bet on the name? I was praying my friend got it right and he did. $50.00 USD went into the pockets of the German Boy, after Peter Jennings used the pronounciation that same night.
Hey! Where'd y'all get the impression I was squeaky clean!????
Thanks, my friend!
Bill
Emerson, Lake & Palmer "Karn Evil 9 - 3rd Impression" California Jam, 1974
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zJaEYIQzm30
The now famous Cal-Jam attracted about 250,000 fans, and was touted at that time to have the most powerful amplification system ever set up. ELP were the final act in a showcase featuring Deep Purple, The Eagles, Black Sabbath ... among others. The KE9 Trilogy was based on the familiar sci-fi theme of computers usurping humans, summed by Lake's final dialogue with the AI:
LAKE: "But I gave you life!"
KE9: "What else could you do?"
LAKE: "To do what is right!"
KE9: "I'm perfect ... are you?"
Of particular note is that Greg Lake is singing, playing bass, and chewing gum at the same time ... well coordinated!
Pink Floyd "Grantchester Meadows" San Francisco, 1970
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GH0FUJ7PKzM
A simple guitar duet between Gilmour & Waters, with some keyboard work from Wright for atmospshere. This was one their first songs to incorporate pre-corded tape into their music (lots of it on the album "Umma Gumma"). This should be a peaceful, pastoral type of song, but the phrasing and chord choice makes it very haunting and almost eerie.
Heading out with the tent, kayak, and fishing gear later today, so this week's Chill Out is a day early.
Jethro Tull "The Minstrel in the Gallery" Tampa Bay, 1976
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m_lQ0H4zZEA
Another piece of Tull genius, featuring terrific guitar playing between lead Martin Barre and bassist John Glascock. John's untimely death in 1979 (defective heart valve) at just 28 years old began a series of significant personnel changes with the band. This was during the recording of the Stormwatch album, where Ian himself had to complete the bass parts to complete the album. It was a dark and sad period for all of them, and drummer Barrie Barlow, along with keyboardists John Evans and David Palmer all left the band shortly after.
Personally, I feel this line-up from 1976 - 1979 was the best ... both in studio and on stage. Thank goodness for YouTube!
The album cover art (by Ron Kriss) for this album is very unusual, and depicts a medieval scene with some bizarre twists ... lots to look at.
Genesis "The Musical Box" Shepperton, 1973
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-GXQTEtAc1w
Another classic piece of Genesis material, from their 3rd studio album "Nursery Cryme" (1971). Peter Gabriel's lo-tech theatricality is again in evidence. His reverse Mohawk appears to be a statement against the punk rock movement, which was attacking the Prog Rock people for being pretentious. Fun & games, but out of the 70's Canterbury scene came a LOT of great prog music.
Genesis "The Musical Box" Shepperton, 1973
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-GXQTEtAc1w
Another classic piece of Genesis material, from their 3rd studio album "Nursery Cryme" (1971). Peter Gabriel's lo-tech theatricality is again in evidence. His reverse Mohawk appears to be a statement against the punk rock movement, which was attacking the Prog Rock people for being pretentious. Fun & games, but out of the 70's Canterbury scene came a LOT of great prog music.
Hi Funster
Thanks for cheering me up
After having a track I had spent a long time on go to the wall lost to the electronic ether. I saw you post.
I remember all the lyrics. God it's amazing what imbedded in the old noggin. I guess it must have to do with the number of times I heard the album. I must admit it's one of my favourites.
I think I saw Steve Hackett give Pete Gabriel a bit of a look as to say what's he going on about at the start. I think the theatrical performance side of Pete Gabriel began to wear a bit thin with the rest of the band as time went on.
Anyway it's a great track and bought back memories.
I have 2 questions about Pink Floyd:
1. Do the members have children who may "take up the axe or keyboard and sticks" as it were; and
2. Is there enough material "in the can' to satisfy us die-hards for a long time? I fear not, since they spent soooo much time on the road.
And I will throw in one more question, since I cannot leave well enough alone:
3. How long was an average Pink Floyd show? (I have never seen them live - sadly)
Thanks
Bill
Good questions, Bill ...
According to an interview with David Gilmour (following the release of "The Endless River" late last year) there are no more songs in the vault waiting for release. He basically stated (with obvious sad quietude) that the Pink Floyd era is over.
I only saw them once (Montreal, 1975) and the show was around 2.5 hours ... and absolutely amazing! I've since seen The Australian Pink Floyd Show, and they're actually very good, almost as good as the real thing. They use two guitarists: Steve Mac has Gilmour's style down pat (especially in "Pigs: Three Different Ones"), and David Fowler plays "Run Like Hell" better than Gilmour does! IMHO If you get a chance to see these guys down your way, you won't be disappointed.
Tenement Funster wrote:Genesis "The Musical Box" Shepperton, 1973
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-GXQTEtAc1w
Another classic piece of Genesis material, from their 3rd studio album "Nursery Cryme" (1971). Peter Gabriel's lo-tech theatricality is again in evidence. His reverse Mohawk appears to be a statement against the punk rock movement, which was attacking the Prog Rock people for being pretentious. Fun & games, but out of the 70's Canterbury scene came a LOT of great prog music.
Hi Funster
Thanks for cheering me up
After having a track I had spent a long time on go to the wall lost to the electronic ether. I saw you post.
I remember all the lyrics. God it's amazing what imbedded in the old noggin. I guess it must have to do with the number of times I heard the album. I must admit it's one of my favourites.
I think I saw Steve Hackett give Pete Gabriel a bit of a look as to say what's he going on about at the start. I think the theatrical performance side of Pete Gabriel began to wear a bit thin with the rest of the band as time went on.
Anyway it's a great track and bought back memories.
You're most welcome, Arkady!
For any other Prog fans who have never listened to Arkady's work, you owe it to yourself to go have a listen:
http://ourstage.com/profile/arkady/songs
Some of my favs of his are Lunar Earthrise, Dawn and High Tide ... awesome music to read to, meditate, relax, etc.
Well, since we're on the subject: Been on YT lately? People are taking Floyd tunes and rearranging them into the order they believe the tracks should have been released. They go as far as far as re-titling the albums, but are always quick to point out it's a "fan tribute".
Same thing with The Beatles. I think I would rather hold out for music from their children than this mish-mash, however.
When you think about it - all the Beatles' kids are musical, so why not?
I don't know the Floyd's that well, so is that possible with their children?
Who knows?
Sounds like I don't wanna let 'em go either, doesn't it? Well, that's true, I don't, and if "cloning" them is a way of keeping them with us, why not try it?
You know I'm not serious about "cloning" them right?
Bill
Good questions, Bill ...
According to an interview with David Gilmour (following the release of "The Endless River" late last year) there are no more songs in the vault waiting for release. He basically stated (with obvious sad quietude) that the Pink Floyd era is over.
I only saw them once (Montreal, 1975) and the show was around 2.5 hours ... and absolutely amazing! I've since seen The Australian Pink Floyd Show, and they're actually very good, almost as good as the real thing. They use two guitarists: Steve Mac has Gilmour's style down pat (especially in "Pigs: Three Different Ones"), and David Fowler plays "Run Like Hell" better than Gilmour does! IMHO If you get a chance to see these guys down your way, you won't be disappointed.
Not much for "Tribute Bands", TF - even those who are right on every note. I just prefer the orginals.
As far as what's still in or not in the vault, I bet Roger Waters knows.
Thanks
Bill
Mostly Autumn "Evergreen" London, 2004
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mUbq-3O03cw
Learned this simple opening riff of "Evergreen" this week ... I have this ongoing love of soulful, slower guitar styles. Bryan Josh has a wonderful touch on the guitar, and can go from soft and moody to full-out rockin' with ease ... as he does in this song. Like Badeye, I'm also a day early ... but gotta get out for a weekend of fishing, so am posting early. Enjoy this, and have a great weekend everyone!
Steve Hackett "Dance on a Volcano" London, 2013
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z0LLbkwqTiA
Another clip from the "Genesis Revisited" tour, with this song from the "Trick of the Tail" album, the first one released after the departure of Peter Gabriel. Phil Collins provided lead vocals to the group from that time forward. I always thought Phil's voice was a little "thin" although there's no arguing with the success of his career. In this version, I honestly feel that vocalist Nad Sylvan does a better job on this number than Phil did ... more expression, more power, etc. And Hackett's guitar playing continues to inspire me. The entire album was based on nursery rhyme themes, all incorporated into the character line-up on the cover art by Colin Elgie:
Yes "And You and I" Amsterdam, 2003
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AYmeJlm7Gcg
Disclaimer: Jon Anderson's opening remarks are admittedly cheesy, almost to the point of being cynical.
That said, this is a terrific composition from their 1972 album, "Close to the Edge". There's a lot of amazing things happening throughout this song, and I like to listen with my eyes closed, picking out all the different instruments that contribute to the whole. The harp playing by the lady in the orchestra is pure genius! And Steve Howe has to be mentioned, who capably plays 12-string, slide steel, and hollow-body electric back and forth throughout this.
Several albums featured the dream-world artwork of Roger Dean, with this spread being inside the original vinyl album cover:
Believe "Memories" Katowice, Poland, 2008
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4zVjHHJ4MDg
Engaging duet work between lead guitarist Mirek Gil & violinist Satomi Noriko, along with superb melodic drumming by Vlodi Tafel. Using drums to accentuate the notes, rather than just keeping time, is a style I've always enjoyed. Jethro Tull's former drummer Barry Barlow was a master at it, and those that do it well really add another dimension to the music. This song is from Believe's 2nd album "Yesterday is a Friend", released in 2008.
Rush "One Little Victory" Rotterdam, 2007
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rLEFPFWVoIA
After our Blue Jays got royally thrashed by Kansas City last night, I needed to insert some positive Canadian content this morning. On this tour, Geddy used chicken rotisseries behind him, to optically balance off with Alex Lifeson's wall of Marshall 4 x 12's. Aside of being talented & creative musicians, this tongue-in-cheek humor of their's is another part of their appeal. I'm sure the album cover concept means something, but I'll be dogged if I can make sense of it.
Uriah Heep "Love in Silence" London, 2003
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jAi5PIzpoys
Heep can rock with the best of them, and are equally at home with more creative / adventurous arrangements like this one. This live DVD from 2003 was recorded at the famous Astoria Theatre in London, and is easily one of my favorite concert DVD's. They had a great selection of guest performers on board, including Heather Findlay in this one (from "Mostly Autumn").
I hope y'all enjoy this one.
Unitopia "The Garden" Zoertemeer, Netherlands, 2010
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eYu8832UVpA
Another prog group with a stage full of talent. Vocalist Mark Trueack's voice reminds me a lot of Peter Gabriel, and the whole group is tight. With Australia playing for the world rugby title, it seemed fitting to have an Aussie band in this weeks posting. Unitopia are particularly well-known for their support of charitable work. They frequently donate proceeds from ticket sales to cancer research, miner's groups, etc. I always enjoy hearing about these things, knowing that behind great music there are often great people.
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