David Gilmour, the legendary guitarist of Pink Floyd, released his first solo album titled “David Gilmour” in 1978. To promote the album, an advertising campaign was launched in the music press that captured the attention of fans and critics alike. The advert featured a simple black and white photograph of Gilmour with his guitar, alongside the album’s title and release […]
On this day in 1978, David Gilmour, famously known as the lead guitarist of the British rock band Pink Floyd, released his debut solo album simply titled “David Gilmour.” The album was released in the UK, and would later be released in the US in May of that same year. At the time, Pink Floyd was at the height of […]
On this day in 1989, Pink Floyd performed the second of two nights in Livorno, Italy as part of their highly anticipated European tour. The tour was a major event in the music industry, and it was eagerly anticipated by fans around the world. One of the defining features of the tour was the use of the “lightbulb […]
On this day in 1994, Pink Floyd was in the midst of their highly anticipated North American tour. The tour was a major event in the music industry, and it was eagerly anticipated by fans around the world. The tour saw Pink Floyd performing their classic hits, as well as material from their then-new album, The Division […]
On this day 29 years ago, Pink Floyd released “Take It Back” as a single from their then-new album, The Division Bell. The song quickly became a fan favorite, and it helped to establish The Division Bell as one of the most popular and acclaimed albums of the band’s career. “Take It Back” is a classic example of […]
In 1989, Pink Floyd began their highly anticipated European tour with a show at the Festival Ground in Werchter, Belgium. The show was a unique experience for the band and the audience alike, as it featured a large tree in the middle of the audience area that gave the venue a distinct and memorable feeling. Despite the […]
On this day in 1967, Pink Floyd played one of their key shows of the year, the Games For May concert at the Queen Elizabeth Hall. The concert was a showcase of the band’s innovative approach to live performance, and it featured a number of memorable and groundbreaking moments. Perhaps the most significant aspect of the concert was the use […]
On this day in 1967, Pink Floyd played one of their most iconic early concerts, the Games For May show at London’s Queen Elizabeth Hall. The concert was a groundbreaking event that showcased the band’s unique sound and innovative approach to live performance. One of the standout features of the concert was the light show, which included film slides and movie sequences that were projected […]
On this day in 1977, a concert poster was created that would go on to become a true fan favourite. The poster was created to promote a concert by a yet-to-be-famous band, and it featured a striking image that captured the imagination of fans. The poster was designed by a talented artist, who was known for his […]
On this day in 1984, Roger Waters released his first solo album, The Pros and Cons of Hitchhiking. The album was a departure from Waters’ work with Pink Floyd, and it marked the beginning of his solo career. The album was a critical and commercial success, and it helped to establish Waters as a solo artist of great […]