David Gilmour - Live In Gdansk (2 CD/2 DVD)
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Free Music Review: A Good Companion Piece To Remember.
Hit: 5 Stars
Pink Floyd fans have been on a roller coaster of emotions in the first part of the 21st Century, and this excellent document takes us back to An Island of Pink Floyd and Gilmour/Wright magic one last time. It is the final encore for Richard Wright, one of the greatest (and humblest) musical geniuses of all time (despite being a founding member of Pink Floyd and deserving a co-billing with David Gilmour, he chose to let David Gilmour have sole billing)and the last spark of the Pink Floyd magic flame, which has sadly gone out at this time with the passing of Wright. David Gilmour still has many great albums in him, and Roger Waters is still making new music, but without Wright, there will be no more great Floyd music.
In 2005, Floyd fans got a surprise that brought our moods up and raised our hopes when the classic line up got together one last time at Live 8. Even though it was a farewell performance, there was a chance another world changing event would bring the band back together for another brief performance.
Then the first sucker punch of Syd Barrett's passing smashed away the mysterious character that we all hoped would at least come out one last time to play something before going into hiding again. That would never happen now.
Then, David Gilmour's On An Island hit the shelves. I bought it just because I am a fan of PF and wanted to see what Gilmour was up to. I expected it to be a decent album. It was not. It was an outstanding album that, despite not being called Pink Floyd, was more like pink Floyd's classic sound that anything since Wish You Were Here. It hearkened back to Pre DSOTM Floyd in a big way. It was another great peak on the roller coaster ride. There was still more to go, though, as Remember That Night came out with an excellent show and appearances, for one last time, with ALL FOUR members of classic Floyd, including a heart-warming meeting of two old friends. (You have to watch the documentaries to find them all.) This was another high point.
Then another low point; At the Syd Barrett Tribute show, Roger Waters did a solo performance and the Waters-Less Floyd did a separate performance, putting doubt into the chance of any future reunion gigs, which has now turned from doubt into an ever-resounding NO with the passing of Wright.
Finally, after another rise of the return of Waters to the stage and the possibility of a new Waters album, as well as the announcement of this very product, things were good again.
Then we were given a hard and violent kick in the gut by fate as the ever private Wright, who had kept his illness out of the public eye passed away from cancer, which he kindly kept hidden from the fans.
The release of this set is possibly the last trip up on the roller coaster, as we get a chance to see Mr. Gilmour and Mr. Wright perform their magic along with Mr. Manzanera, Mr. DiStanislao, Mr. Carin, Mr. Pratt, Mr. Parry and an orchestra one last time, as well as have a souvenir to take with us and listen to in the car or wherever we enjoy listening to CDs. This set is a bittersweet farewell to a man, a band, and "softly spoken magic spell" that cannot be spoken ever again. Thanks to all of the band, and everyone responsible for this.
The quality of the CDs and the DVDs is excellent, and you can tell a lot of work went into this, as well as a lot of love. Yes, this is a quality product, and it is a way for us to enjoy the legacy of this great act, along with Remember That Night.
We'll remember both nights for a long time to come, and the Echoes will never fade. Now I just hope I can watch and listen to the mournful masterpiece once without breaking into a fit of tears....
Free Music Review: Gilmour's first live album is a fitting tribute to Rick Wright and best orchestral live album ever
Hit: 5 Stars
David Gilmour (one-time Pink Floyd singer/guitarist) just released his new live package entitled Live in Gdansk (in many formats 2-CD, 2-CD/1-DVD, 2-CD/2-DVD, a 3-CD/2-DVD and 5-LP configurations) and is indeed a MUST for all David Gilmour and Pink Floyd fans. Sadly, this package is the swan song for Gilmour's Pink Floyd bandmate keyboard player Rick Wright who sadly passed away a week ago from cancer.
There are 22 songs on the 2 CDs of Live in Gdansk, which documents the last show Gilmour performed on his On an Island tour at the Gdansk Shipyards in Gdansk, Poland on August 26, 2006.
Gilmour was backed onstage by the late Rick Wright, PF 1987 alum which were keyboard player Jon Carin and bass player Guy Pratt, Roxy Music guitarist Phil Manzanera, sax player Dick Parry and drummer Steve DiStanislao. Lastly on this album, he is joined by The Baltic Symphony Orchestra conducted by Zbigniew Preisner.
The first CD begins with three from Dark Side of the Moon which are "Speak to Me", "Breathe", "Time" and "Breathe (Reprise)" (all are excellent versions). Next is the On an Island portion (which is the first half of the first DVD in the set). "Castellorizon" is amazing live (especially with the orchestra) followed by a spirited "On An Island" which is superior to the studio version. "The Blue" is followed and betters the version on the Remember That Night DVD. Next is "Red Sky at Night" which is more haunting here with the orchestra and the addition of Carin's lap steel guitar to offset Gilmour's passionate sax playing. Next is a jazzy "This Heaven". We follow with "Then I Close My Eyes" is an excellent version. "Smile" is a great version. "Take A Breath" is awesome here, especially with the orchestra. "A Pocketful of Stones" follows and is passionate. The excellent "Where We Start" finishes the first CD (and the first half of the first DVD).
The second disc starts with a haunting "Shine On You Crazy Diamond" (with a superb glass harmonica intro) then followed by spirited versions of "Astronomy Domine" (also on first DVD) and "Fat Old Sun". "High Hopes" is next and works great with orchestra (also on first DVD) then a spellbinding version of "Echoes" (also on first DVD). "Wish You Were Here" follows and is a great version. Next is the song "A Great Day for Freedom" (which is a superb version and is on the first DVD). CD 2 ends with a jawdropping version of "Comfortably Numb" (which sadly has the last vocal performance of Rick Wright).
The third disc (the first of 2-DVDs) has the concert and a documentary plus access to songs ready for download (including "Wots...Uh the Deal" (left off the CDs for time constraints).
The second DVD features songs from the Mermaid Theater concert from March 7, 2006 (that were left off Remember That Night). Also, two tracks from the AOL Sessions in April, 2006 (which were only on the CD/DVD re-issue of Remember That Night). Plus you get three Barn Jams 2007 recorded at Gilmour's home in Sussex, England on the second DVD (which are now sadly the last pieces of music Gilmour made with Wright before Wright's passing last week). Also there are some Easter Eggs that I cannot give away and you will have to see to find out plus the On an Island album in 5.1 Surround Sound.
This album is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!
Free Music Review: T shirt & Levi's
Hit: 5 Stars
For those people who an not familiar with David Gilmour, He is the reason that Pink Floyd is still in existence. He has only become better with age. This concert's audio mastering ...as well as excellent cinematography is top shelf and would exercise the heck out of ANY Hi-End Theater gear With separate Amps and power hungry speakers. If it is turned up .....there better be air blowing. They simply fill the audio spectrum all the way up. Anyone whom truly appreciates Great quality music should own at least this one because it comes with the Cd's. I had to babysit my system for REMEMBER THAT NIGHT so that I could play the DVD at 1(ONE)speed to have track separation. I had to rip the audio while sitting there fading the cheers, yeelping.....Etc.
I build Handmade custom length A/V cables using all US parts Including Silver solder. I use Gilmour's stuff to Sound & video check My ULTRA RGB Cables. We are a Factory certified LG PLASMA warranty shop. WE# have lots of gear to play with and compare Interconnects on LCD's, DLP,s & my favorite...LG Plasmas 2 yr Parts & labor. I will give this DVD to my customers who buy a theater system ar several sets of my Turbo ULTRA SILVER RGB cables .....And I have been doing this with ant or all of Pink Floyd & David Gilmour's Stuff. I've Had 75 year old people leave the DVD in for weeks. They really get a kick out Of the show , The music and they really like the NASA Copper Vapor Green Lasers. With Richard Wright Passing away (GOD BLESS HIM) This will be the last thing the band does that is truly original and authentic.
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Free Music Review: wonderful
Hit: 5 Stars
many of the songs from this concert are same as from the last dvd, 'remember that night'.the question then becomes - so what? As most can guess, each performance of music is always different - each time it is reinterpreted, caressed and massaged into perfection, yet unique. This is the case with Live in Gdansk, and my reaction was one of sheer aural bliss.
I thought the ending of 'take a breath' was transcendent, with Gilmours' and his friends' playing with the Baltic Philharmonic Symphony Orch. was literally stunning. Gilmour's voice is dark chocolate silk on my favorite 'pocketful of stones'. Richard Wright, his last appearance unfortunately, god bless this angel and may he rest in eternal joy, received a roar from the crowd who then broke into a chant of 'richard..richard..' . If you can stay dry eyed after that you are a stronger person then I am.
'Astronomie Dominé' and 'echoes' are simply astounding,aurally perfect.
Gilmour once again soars into comfortably numb, which has been voted the best guitar solo ever performed. These cd's and DvD's are simply something no floyd fan could possibly afford to miss.
the number of songs in this dvd + cd, with the dvd performances of the other included excerpts from concerts and the barn jams, the documentaries, make this set worth every penny it cost.
I don't know how many more concerts can be expected from Gilmour, many of us are getting a bit older, but 'pulse', 'remember' and this concert from Poland are simply gifts that i have been privileged to have experienced. thank you David.
Free Music Review: GILMOUR AT HIS ABSOLUTE BEST!!
Hit: 5 Stars
David Gilmour not only still retains the amazing skill he has always had, he has even grown his talents, as can be witnessed here.
Even if you already own "Remember That Night" (as I do), DO NOT HESITATE purchasing this LIVE IN GDANSK set. Yes, it REALLY is worth having this set.
Here is why:
**** AMAZING PRODUCTION QUALITY, ON BOTH THE CDs AND THE DVDs
**** THE FINAL OFFICIAL RELEASE WHERE YOU ALSO GET TO SEE / HEAR PINK FLOYD KEYBOARDIST RICHARD WRIGHT
**** COMPLETE AND AMAZING 5.1 VERSION OF "ON AN ISLAND" ALBUM
**** GILMOUR, STILL AT THE VERY TOP OF HIS GAME, DEMONSTRATING NEW TALENTS, SUCH AS PLAYING THE SAXOPHONE!!
The only reason that I would hold off on buying this is if you hope that someday it will come out on BluRay (Which has not been announced to date).
Nonetheless, these standard DVDs look AMAZING on my 65" Mitsubishi HDTV.
This set, to me, really helps to bring closure to my favorite band of all time, PINK FLOYD.
P.S., somewhere out there is a nice DVD recording of a Roger Waters concert from Cork, Ireland (2006), which features Nick Mason. If you see both of these concerts, you will be a very satisfied Pink Floyd fan. :o)
One Love. Rick Wright R.I.P.