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Monthly Archives: March 2024

FloydPodcast: March 2024 Episode “Down To The Letter”

Pink Floyd - A Fleeting Glimpse Posted on 26/03/2024 by Tony R26/03/2024

The Definitive Pink Floyd radio show is back with another episode this month, featuring something fun from The Doc, with a play on words or.. letters. Can you figure out the hidden phrase? Listen and find out! https://floydpodcast.com

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Fingal’s Cave Podcast – Ep.15 – Rob Chapman on the early Pink Floyd and his Syd Barrett and Nick Drake dreamland

Pink Floyd - A Fleeting Glimpse Posted on 26/03/2024 by Tony R27/03/2024

Our friends over at Fingal’s Cave had the chance to sit down with acclaimed author Rob Chapman, who to Floyd fans is best known for his books about Pink Floyd and Syd Barrett. Rob reflects on his early memories of Pink Floyd and Syd in the 1960’s and talks about his new book Unsung: Unsaid: Syd and Nick in Absentia which explores what if Syd Barrett and Nick Drake had a series of encounters in the mid-70’s and tells the story through speculative fiction. You can listen to the episode and read the synopsis below with links to order Rob’s new book.

Ep.15 – Rob Chapman on the early Pink Floyd and his Syd Barrett and Nick Drake dreamland

Drawing on his exceptional knowledge of both artists, Rob Chapman serves up a palatable Syd Barrett and Nick Drake broth, replete with historical and cultural references.

For followers of the Fingal’s Cave Podcast, Rob is perhaps best known for his two groundbreaking books about Pink Floyd and Syd Barrett, An Irregular Head, published in 2010 and The Lyrics of Syd Barrett, published in 2021. Rob’s latest novel is Unsung: Unsaid, an exploration of the creativity of Syd Barrett and Nick Drake through the medium of speculative fiction.

Encouraged by hosts Ian Priston and Phil Salathé, Rob explains his inspirations, why he chose to trap Syd and Nick at the same Kensington Market café table, and his approach to characterisation and structure. Rob reflects on his early memories of Pink Floyd and Syd Barrett in the 1960s and his two solo albums. Guiding us on various tangents, Rob also explains why his love of Pink Floyd extends to 1971 and describes working with David Gilmour.

If you haven’t encountered Spike Hawkins’ Instant Poetry Broth, you will undoubtedly wish to search for details after hearing Rob’s explanation.

Order Unsung: Unsaid: Syd and Nick in Abesntia now: USA | UK

https://fingalscavepodcast.com

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Gerald Scarfe – Pink Floyd’s The Wall Marching Hammers at Chiswick Auctions

Pink Floyd - A Fleeting Glimpse Posted on 24/03/2024 by Tony R24/03/2024

Great news for art collectors! Chiswick Auctions is currently offering a unique commissioned artwork up for auction from legendary artist Gerald Scarfe, featuring his striking imagery of the Marching Hammers from Pink Floyd’s The Wall. View the catalogue information below; the auction itself is now online, with the sale itself taking place on Tuesday, 26th March at 2pm.

GERALD SCARFE, C.B.E., R.D.I. (BRITISH, b.1936)
Pink Floyd and Marching Hammers
signed ‘Gerald Scarfe’ (lower right)
oil on canvas
91 x 120 cm. (35 3/4 x 47 1/2 in.)

Provenance
The artist, 31 October 2018, from whom commissioned by the present owner

Gerald Scarfe is a British artist and political cartoonist is best known for his work with the iconic rock band Pink Floyd. Born on June 1, 1936, in London, Scarfe gained prominence for his distinctive and often satirical artistic style. He became associated with Pink Floyd during the making of their 1977 album “Animals.”

Scarfe’s collaboration with Pink Floyd extended beyond album artwork to include the creation of animations for their live shows. One of his most notable contributions is the animation sequences in the film adaptation of Pink Floyd’s album “The Wall,” released in 1982. Scarfe’s animations, which blend his surreal and often dark imagery with the band’s music, played a significant role in the visual representation of Pink Floyd’s concept albums.

His work with Pink Floyd also includes the cover art for “The Wall” album, featuring his distinctive illustrations and the iconic “marching hammers” imagery. Scarfe’s art reflects the themes of alienation, war, and authoritarianism explored in Pink Floyd’s music.

In addition to his collaboration with Pink Floyd, Gerald Scarfe has had a successful career as a political cartoonist for various publications, including The Sunday Times. His work often critiques political figures and societal issues with a sharp and satirical edge.

Overall, Gerald Scarfe’s artistic contributions have left an indelible mark on the visual representation of Pink Floyd’s music, making him an integral part of the band’s history.

Estimate
£15,000 – £25,000

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER AND BID

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Pink Floyd Animals 2018 Dolby Atmos Mix

Pink Floyd - A Fleeting Glimpse Posted on 14/03/2024 by Tony R05/04/2024

Pink Floyd announce the upcoming release of their iconic album Animals 2018 Remix for the first time in Dolby Atmos immersive audio on Blu-ray.

Animals is the tenth studio album by Pink Floyd, originally released in January 1977. It was recorded at the band’s Britannia Row Studios in London throughout 1976 and early 1977, and was produced by the band themselves. The successful album peaked at number 2 in the UK and number 3 in the US and was recorded by band members David Gilmour, Nick Mason, Roger Waters and Richard Wright.

The Animals 2018 Remix – Dolby Atmos, by James Guthrie, will be released on Blu-ray, which also includes High Resolution Stereo and 5.1 Mixes alongside the 1977 Original Stereo Mix. The Dolby Atmos mix goes beyond ordinary listening by immersing the listener in the music, revealing details with unparalleled clarity and depth. Listeners will feel like they are inside the song as music moves around and above them.

The album artwork has been reimagined especially for this release and presented in a digipak with a 16-page booklet, a sticker and a postcard. The front cover image still includes the iconic pig floating between two chimneys of the Battersea Power Station, conceived by Roger Waters. However, for this new release, the artwork has been re-created for the modern era by Storm Thorgerson’s Hipgnosis partner Aubrey ‘Po’ Powell and Peter Curzon from StormStudios, and shows the historic building as it looks now, complete with light projections, variations of which feature in the accompanying booklet.

DOLBY ATMOS MIX Details –
5.1 SURROUND MIX in 24bit/96kHz UNCOMPRESSED, and dts-HD MA STEREO MIX in 24bit/192kHz UNCOMPRESSED, and dts-HD MA 1977 STEREO MIX in 24bit/192kHz UNCOMPRESSED, and dts-HD MA Dolby Atmos, Stereo and 5.1 Surround mixes by James Guthrie. Release date is 5/17/2024.

Pre-order now: US | UK

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Rise Up For Roundhouse 2024: Nick Mason Auction Items – Drum Head Prints, Meet & Greet

Pink Floyd - A Fleeting Glimpse Posted on 14/03/2024 by Tony R14/03/2024

Nick Mason has kindly donated items to the silent auction in this years Roundhouse Gala, which is set to take place next Wednesday, 20th March. All the money raised from the auction will go towards the Roundhouse’s groundbreaking youth programme. Each year, they work with 8,000 young people, providing them with life-changing opportunities in world-class facilities where young people can develop skills, grow as individuals or turn their creativity into a career. This is all alongside holistic support from their incredible in-house youth work team.

The items up for auction are a pair of limited edition screen-printed Pharaoh drum heads, direct copies of the famous painted drum heads used during Pink Floyd’s early tours. The original ‘Pharoah’ pair were used in Pink Floyd’s concert at the Royal Festival Hall (London) in 1969. Only 10 copies were ever made.

The next item is two VIP tickets to see Nick Mason’s Saucerful Of Secrets at the Royal Albert Hall, 29th June and with this prize the winner and a guest will get to watch the show and meet the band!

Help support the futures of thousands of young people.

For both supporters bidding online and guests bidding at the event, the silent auction will close at 11pm on Wednesday 20 March 2024.

If you have any questions before the Gala please contact developmentevents@roundhouse.org.uk, otherwise please ask a Roundhouse volunteer for help on the night. For more information about the Rise Up For Roundhouse youth programme click HERE.

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Happy Birthday David Gilmour!

Pink Floyd - A Fleeting Glimpse Posted on 06/03/2024 by Tony R06/03/2024

We at AFG would like to wish a very happy birthday to the maestro himself, David Gilmour! Happy birthday David, we hope you enjoy your day. Cheers to many more! David has recently contributed to Mark Knopfler’s charity single “Going Home (Theme From Local Hero)” which is due out March 15th, with all proceeds going to Teenage Cancer Trust. Also, fans may have noticed Mrs. Gilmour posting photos on social media of David in the studio working with an array of musicians! Hopefully more news on that in the coming months.

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Happy Birthday Snowy White!

Pink Floyd - A Fleeting Glimpse Posted on 03/03/2024 by Tony R03/03/2024

We at AFG would like to wish a very happy birthday to Pink Floyd/Roger Waters touring guitarist Snowy White! Snowy is best known for joining Pink Floyd in 1977 on their In The Flesh tour and contributed a guitar solo to Pigs On The Wing, Part 1 and 2 bridging them together on the 8-track edition of Animals. Happy birthday, Snowy! We hope you enjoy your day.

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Syd Barrett – Gigolo Aunt – Official Lyrics Video

Pink Floyd - A Fleeting Glimpse Posted on 03/03/2024 by Tony R03/03/2024
Gigolo Aunt - Syd Barrett - Official Lyrics Video

Another brilliant animation from ARTIST ON THE BORDER, this time featuring the Syd Barrett classic “Gigolo Aunt” premiered on the official Syd Barrett YouTube page just yesterday:

Douglas Arthur Peter Field was born on the 6th of August 1945. 18 months older than Syd Barrett, Duggie was an upcoming artist in London who blended the imagery of cartoons, fashion and advertising with Dalí and Mondrian. For all he learned at art school, however, Fields’ real education, and fame, came from the milieu of late 60s and 70s London, where he was a regular at parties, recognizable by his quiff and penchant for eyebrow makeup.

18 months older than Syd Barrett, Duggie Fields shared an Earl’s Court flat with Syd Barrett. He was an upcoming artist in London who blended the imagery of cartoons, fashion and advertising with Dalí and Mondrian. Syd and Duggie were artistically very different, but close to each other in other ways. Interestingly, the trenchcoat that we can see Syd wearing in the famous photo shoots from the flat was Duggie’s. Perhaps also an inspiration for the trench coat in the opening lyrics of Gigolo Aunt!

In 2016, Duggie painted a 80.3 x 95.3 inch acrylic canvas called “Study for Syd (No Use Trying)”. The image is based on an iconic Mick Rock photograph of Syd leaning against his Pontiac Parisienne. In typical Duggie fashion, Syd’s head is partially missing. A nod perhaps towards old Greek and Roman sculptures. Or to a far more personal experience of what Duggie saw happening to Syd in those years together.

Duggie Fields left us on March 7th, 2021.

ARTIST ON THE BORDER: It is a privilege to have been given the chance to collaborate directly with the Duggie Fields estate on this project. Conceptually Duggie’s art brings a well needed splash of colour to an otherwise suppressed, almost faded artistic project. Duggie’s art may remind us of the early days of computer graphics with sharp lines and colours on the verge of exploding. And that was my folly. I thought this one would be easy, but it was far from. Even with years of experience, modern software and a barrage of filters and gimmicks, one doesn’t just filter a Duggie Fields painting into existence. For “Gigolo Aunt” I carefully disassembled 25 of Duggie’s pieces so that the various objects could overlap and move independently. For each of these I had to create a template that maintained the sharp fidelity of Duggies brushwork. A process which takes time and numbs minds. Imagine staring into several multicoloured suns and you’ll get the impression.

Gigolo Aunt was released as the B-side opener on Syd Barrett’s second album “Barrett”. In 2000-2001 David Gilmour remastered and released the track officially on the 2001 compilation “Wouldn’t you Miss Me?” and again later on the 2010 compilation “An introduction to Syd Barrett”.

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Nick Mason’s Saucerful Of Secrets Featured in UK’s Uncut Magazine

Pink Floyd - A Fleeting Glimpse Posted on 03/03/2024 by Tony R03/03/2024

Out now, the latest issue of UK’s Uncut Magazine has a really special 11-page feature on Nick Mason’s Saucerful Of Secrets. Nick tells Uncut: “The best Pink Floyd gigs were voyages of discovery, accompanied by a sense of mystery and adventure, I was excited about playing music with a sense of freedom, music that involved improvisation. That’s what Saucerful Of Secrets is all about.” The feature includes interviews from all of the Saucers as they prepare for their upcoming “Set The Controls Tour” starting in June. It’s a really great read and it is now available in UK stores and online by clicking HERE.

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Col Meeting Roger Waters, In The Flesh Tour 2002
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Col Meeting Roger Waters, Dark Side Of The Moon Tour 2008
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Col Meeting Guy Pratt, Breakfast Of Idiots Shows 2009
Col Meeting Roger Waters, Us & Them Tour 2018
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