David Gilmour Luck and Strange tour - Why I'm not going and why you should!

Summary

In this video, B explains why they are not attending David Gilmour's current tour. While acknowledging the tour’s impressive production and intimate setting, with a strong band and touching moments featuring Gilmour’s daughter, B discusses Gilmour’s vocal struggles and preference for solo work over Pink Floyd classics. Having attended several Gilmour and Pink Floyd performances in the past, including major tours and reunions, B feels content with their past experiences. They appreciate fan-shared clips but prefer to cherish their memories rather than risk being disappointed by the recent tour.

Takeaways

• 🎸 The speaker has decided not to attend David Gilmour's current tour despite acknowledging its appeal.
• 🎤 The tour features an intimate setting with notable elements like a choir, David's daughter on stage, and a more organic band compared to previous tours.
• 🎶 The setlist includes a mix of solo work and Pink Floyd classics, with a shift away from Roger Waters-era material, which Gilmour wishes to distance himself from.
• 👀 The speaker is surprised that songs like 'On an Island' and 'Shine On You Crazy Diamond' are missing from the setlist.
• 🎵 The inclusion of 'Marooned' and 'A Great Day for Freedom' is a pleasant surprise for the speaker, especially the latter, which is a personal favorite.
• 🎧 The speaker notes that David Gilmour's guitar playing remains strong, although there is some perceived struggle, particularly in early performances.
• 🗣️ Vocal performance is a concern, as Gilmour struggles with high notes, especially on songs like 'Time,' and doesn't seem to adjust the arrangements to accommodate his vocal limitations.
• 🕰️ The speaker has seen Gilmour live multiple times, including iconic shows like Pink Floyd's 1994 tour, Live 8, and the 'On an Island' tour, and feels content with those experiences.
• 📹 Despite not attending, the speaker enjoys watching clips of the performances and interacting with other fans, though they miss traveling and sharing these concert experiences with friends.
• 🎼 There is excitement for potential new material, as Gilmour has hinted at returning to the studio later in the year with the same band for more recordings.

Q & A

Why is the speaker not attending David Gilmour's current tour?

The speaker is not attending because they feel satisfied with the many memorable experiences they've already had seeing Pink Floyd and David Gilmour live. Additionally, they are concerned that Gilmour's vocal struggles might leave them disappointed.

How does the speaker describe the atmosphere of David Gilmour's current tour?

The speaker describes the atmosphere as more intimate than previous tours, with the use of a choir, including Gilmour's daughter, and a smaller, more organic band. Despite still using large visual elements like the big screen, smoke, and lights, the show feels more personal.

What are the speaker's thoughts on David Gilmour's performance and setlist?

The speaker thinks the performance is overall good, with Gilmour still demonstrating skill on the guitar. They find the setlist acceptable but note that Gilmour is leaning more toward his solo work and less on Pink Floyd's Roger Waters-era material. They were surprised he did not include 'On An Island' or 'Shine On You Crazy Diamond.'

Why does the speaker believe Gilmour is focusing more on solo material during this tour?

The speaker believes Gilmour wants to distance himself from the Roger Waters era of Pink Floyd, possibly as a way of asserting his individuality and moving past the conflict between them. He is likely playing songs that he personally enjoys rather than what audiences may expect.

What is the speaker’s concern regarding David Gilmour's vocals?

The speaker is concerned that Gilmour is struggling with his vocals, especially in songs like 'Time.' They feel he hasn't fully adapted his arrangements to account for his aging voice, which results in moments where he tries to hit high notes and fails.

What musical element from the past does the speaker appreciate Gilmour bringing back on this tour?

The speaker appreciates Gilmour bringing back the Yamaha rotating speaker cabinet, which he used on albums like 'Animals,' 'The Wall,' and 'The Final Cut.' This adds a unique swirling sound to the performance that reminds the speaker of their favorite tones.

How does the speaker assess the band playing with David Gilmour on this tour?

The speaker finds the band more organic compared to previous tours. They mention that Guy Pratt, the bass player, is essential to the sound and plays an important role in Gilmour’s performances.

What are the speaker’s thoughts on the inclusion of the songs 'Marooned' and 'A Great Day for Freedom' in the setlist?

The speaker is pleasantly surprised by the inclusion of 'A Great Day for Freedom,' which they consider one of their favorite songs from 'The Division Bell' and fitting for Gilmour's solo catalog. They are less enthusiastic about 'Marooned,' which they are not a huge fan of.

What are the speaker’s reasons for feeling content with not attending the current tour?

The speaker feels content because they've had the privilege of seeing Pink Floyd and Gilmour multiple times in the past, including some iconic performances like Live 8. They don’t want to risk being disappointed by Gilmour's current vocal struggles, as they already cherish the memories they have.

What does the speaker miss most about attending live shows?

The speaker misses traveling to shows with friends and sharing the experience with others. Although they enjoy watching clips and hearing from others who attend, they long for the camaraderie that comes with live concert experiences.