Guitarist and vocalist presented a series of justifications: from the absence of a member to the fact that he has already money and fame enough
THE Pink Floyd It has not been an active band since 1994. There were meetings in 2005 (for Live Aid, the last one with the classic formation, which had not existed since 1985), 2014 (only for the release of the album de Lega The Endless River) and 2022 (for the charity single “Hey Hey Rise Up”), but without resuming the work in definitive mode.
Regardless of training, either with or without the dissident Roger Watersthe group will never return. Is what guarantees David Gilmourguitarist and vocalist who led the band in their final years.
In an interview with Classic Rockthe musician said he put “this whole Pink Floyd thing to hibernate for many, many years.” And the reason for a meeting not even discussed is the absence of the keyboardist Richard Wrightdied in 2008.
“It’s impossible to go back without Rick. And I would not like it. It’s over. ”
In addition, Gilmour claims to be happy with his solo career. A new album, Luck and Strange, was released last September-and the artist held a short series of shows to promote him.
“I am very happy and pleased with the little team I have around me today. We had a lot of offers to make tours, but I’m in this selfish position to have money more than enough and have had fame more than enough. ”
Satisfied with the already closed Pink Floyd
David Gilmour was also punctual to clarify that he has no dissatisfaction with the work done with Pink Floyd. Perhaps that is why he is not willing to consider an expansion of this work.
“I just don’t need these things today. I would not like anyone to have the impression that I am not a hundred percent happy and pleased with the work I did with Pink Floyd over the years, which were productive, satisfactory and happy, especially. It’s fantastic. But my focus now is different. ”
Pink Floyd left the scene as one of the greatest bands in history. It is estimated that you have sold over 250 million records across the planet. Two of their albums are among the most popular of all time: The Dark Side of the Moon (1973) and The Wall (1979), respectively with 45 and 30 million units sold.
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