David Gilmour 'Luck & Strange' How Good Is It?

[@MrButtonpresser]

"Between two points" is a beautifully sung and performed piece.

[@RupertEnglanderTheMAMIL]

Couldn’t agree more about Romany and Between two points. I can only imagine what a complete album with Romany on lead vocal and Dave on guitar solos could be.

[@salvatorearezzi3462]

I think this is the thing that he had to do. Romary is very talented

[@Krushe]

Would be amazing because David’s old tired voice isn’t needed imo.

[@danu6718]

David and Romany together is really beautiful.

[@CFCMahomet]

I agree. Her voice is quite amazing… it carries David’s restraint with a feminine beauty.

[@kellieelliott5198]

200% agree

[@stevedgolfer]

It's not good material tho.David saying it's the best album he's done since 73 is absolutely wild ☠️ he must be stuck for cash for the kids

[@mikehaire9452]

Lmao. Stuck for cash? Ok thats funny.

[@JKmorgan]

@@stevedgolferyou might want to stick to Taylor Swift mate. You got lost in words 😂

[@NicholasSadlier]

Of course Dave Gilmour can have any drummer he wants, but when you mention Steve Gadd is on it, that still makes it sound a little bit more special.

[@wilfarnold6747]

Just had my first listen to the whole album- I get Division Bell aromas to borrow a wine analogy- I get the feeling that this one will age well!

[@ubiratanguimaraes6996]

I felt the same. This album have a consistent atmosphere flowing as only division bell have, not the same atmosphere of division bell, but its own atmosphere.

[@beachlifebestlife]

@@ubiratanguimaraes6996 division bell is my favorite pink floyd lp without roger...

[@jorgerivero4910]

Agree

[@JonnyDee123]

Luck and Strange is pretty much business as usual for me. I love DG's playing and he's treading the well worn path here. Pleasant if not exactly innovative or groundbreaking. Nice and I'll have it on in the car.

[@davidlaw689]

And the album was released on Roger " Crankypants " Waters' 81st Birthday.

[@thedarkdefender7780]

No birthday wishes on the Pink Floyd channel. Very telling.

[@garylester8621]

😂good nic-name for Waters

[@luckycharm4623]

Make no mistake about it....David could certainly use some Roger Waters inspiration and guidance these days....and visa versa.

[@bradrock7731]

@@luckycharm4623 Nah......... I like Polly's writing better. Roger needs a rubber room.

[@PhilTaylor-uf5zw]

"Life is a short warm moment, and death is a long cold rest; you get your chance to try in the twinkling of an eye, 80 years with luck or even less." Happy 81st to the living corpse of lyricist/conceptualist extraordinaire, Roger 'Crankypants' Waters! Congrats to him for being among the lucky ones. Dave should have sent him a birthday cake decorated with the album cover, the Israeli and Ukrainian flags, and a pic of Polly's smiling face. 🎉😊

[@papalaz4444244]

If I was 78 and made this album, I would be quite happy :) David's melodic, mellow and minimalist style of writing is not to everyone's taste, I know that. I wish we could get a "David Gilmour and Friends" type album, with lots of guests and a variety of musical styles.

[@JohnnyPaton]

That was A Momentary Lapse of Reason!!!

[@papalaz4444244]

@@JohnnyPaton I feel that's an exaggeration but obviously Phil Manzanera had some input into that one, as Roger had driven off Rick Wright and Nick Mason at that point. And the previous album was "Roger Waters presents.... The Wall Outtakes" and has even LESS Floyd in it lol

[@John-k6f9k]

Most of Pink Floyd's music is lullabies.

[@markperry9427]

You took me by surprise, I thought you were going to savage this album, and for once, I can agree with you 100%, I love it, I've had thoughts myself recently of not wanting time to run away from me, more time to spend with children and grandchildren, I totally get what Gilmour is saying here, Scattered left me in tears at the end of it. I think this will end up in my top five of the year ❤️🎵🎵❤️

[@jorgerivero4910]

Scattered is a masterpiece of sounds, textures and atmospheres. One of the most inspiring, beautiful and emotive Gilmour solos.

[@brettengland192]

I have loved what I've heard thus far. I just received my CD, Blu-ray and vinyl additions this afternoon. Time to dive in.

[@timwilson755]

Gilmour's first self titled albumn deserves more love than it gets. Not so hot on other solo Floyd

[@kevinmonahan7356]

His best imo

[@kwinsc9273]

DG 78' id still my favorite als well and I'm waiting with anticipation for Steven Wilson's Atmos mix. But I really liked the new album. Every great artist evolves, especially if they make it to 78yrs..

[@crisprtalk6963]

It was his peak.

[@SPY1964-LL]

@@crisprtalk6963 Yep. His others were "meh"....the new song is terrible, bad lyrics, melody, boring blues riff, yikes.

[@rumeniordanov3296]

I hope that David will be in good shape and health for many years and this will be not his last (farewell) work. Long life to him and his family ❤

[@heartofthesun1584]

The best thing to do is to not mention it, just enjoy these special moments if they happen to arise. This subject was popping up twenty years ago, and back then David was trying to avoid these statements. It builds a type of pressure that has no meaning to the music or his reasoning for doing any of it. Having said that, we are all connected through the love we share for each other, it's all good.

[@muhanadalagha3587]

I've heard he already has songs in the ready for another album to follow this one which is pretty amazing.

[@LibrarianDaveLM227]

Always appreciate your commentary and learning more about music Thank you

[@classicalbum]

My pleasure!

[@LuisEduardoGalindo]

Different times, different vibes... I just came from watching the Live session and I have to admit "Dark and Velvet" brought a smile and raised my eyebrows just as PF did back in the days, and for that I thank you Dave. On another hand yes indeed Romany breakthru is quite spotted on. Wish her all best of luck (and not so much of the strange)

[@douglasstruthers8307]

Thanks for the review. I particularly like the title track, "Scattered" and the "Original Barn Jam" and the opening "Black Cat" instrumental. Gilmour shines when he plays those extended parts in songs such as on "Scattered" and, obviously, the lengthy jam. Nice keyboard sounds here & there including those original Richard Wright parts. Hard to beat Mr. Steve Gadd on drums. Have yet to decide if I'll buy the vinyl album but have purchased three tracks so far from iTunes. More listening to do...

[@pyromichael77]

Gilmours artistry with the guitar is unmatched. This album doesn’t disappoint.

[@davidrobinson2776]

I'd love to have seen Roger Waters' face when he read it was the best thing he'd done since Dark Side of the Moon. 😂

[@Ballardian]

You mean when he read that in Dave's (and no one else's) opinion it was the best thing since DSOTM.

[@rael2099]

He probably laughed his ass off.

[@Growler57]

considering waters wrote dark side of the moon i dont think roger was too bothered

[@stevedgolfer]

Wild sales pitch from David

[@craigkerr2764]

@@Growler57he wrote the lyrics and much of the music. There are several songs on it he doesn’t have any writing credit on. Everyone in the band was contributing at that point.

[@storymansworldofdiscovery1831]

You aren’t a critique - you’re a professor. Thank you!

[@classicalbum]

You are so welcome!

[@Ozymandi_as]

He's not a critic either 😉

[@Runicen]

Thanks for your thoughts on it. Was an inevitable pickup, but I wasn't tremendously fired up to reach for it. Rattle That Lock was interesting for its experimentation, but it didn't set me on fire. By comparison, On an Island felt too sleepy on release and grew on me over time (maybe Lock will do that one day too). After your thoughts, I'm a little more fired up to check this out.

[@nifty1337]

Production excellent. Playing excellent. David’s voice is still honey for the ears. However, after listening to Floyd for nearly 50 years I really struggle with Polly’s lyrics. They really are just far too cheesy. 😬

[@jamesbarringer7935]

Yes, have to agree on all counts. I dont care much for Waters’ current persona, but the poetry, insight, wisdom and wit in his lyrics is in another universe from anything David and Polly have produced, sad to say.

[@markrigg6623]

Exactly what I was thinking regarding her lyrics . " Dark and velvet nights" . 😢 It's just as corny as it gets. His whole style has been heavily interfered with by his second wife apparently.

[@jorgerivero4910]

@@jamesbarringer7935 agree, but musically it is a really good piece of work (solos and some textures created are still fantastic), the best after The Division Bell in my humble opinion.

[@jorgerivero4910]

Not all her compositions are too cheesy, but I know what you mean.

[@markrigg6623]

@jorgerivero4910 Yes the solos are what I have to concentrate on. " The piper's call " is about as cliched as it gets, but I do like this melody a lot in that song. That, and the track sung by his daughter which he did not write. The rest of it I don't find very hooky. If I was him I'd make an album to be sung by his daughter, as I think his voice is gone.

[@myles7522]

Picking up a copy tomorrow and thank you for your perspective of this album. 👍

[@MaitreyaPhotoArt]

This album is a master piece, really mooved by it, can't stop playing it.... 2 decades since an whole album got deep in to me...

[@catherinejohnson6676]

I so agree. So beautiful --

[@horrorhands666]

There’s no way it’s better than Wish You Were Here, Animals, The Wall or even The Final Cut! Great review - love your eloquent descriptions 👍

[@roballen6449]

Oh, definitely better than 'The Final Cut', and also better than about 90% of 'The Wall'.

[@MoreTEN]

@@roballen6449 Clearly not. I am not saying there is a truth in taste, but both those albums are classics and in that music canon. You can love this album all you want, but it will be judged by history and I doubt it will be part of any larger part of history, but a sidenote from the guitarist in Pink Floyd.

[@Pws-m8x]

Sorry to say I love Gilmore but I’ve yet to stay awake to hear this from the first track to the end

[@RushfanUK]

You obviously don't love him enough to spell his name correctly.

[@Pws-m8x]

@@RushfanUK I won't engage in pathetic comments, I think you need to look beyond the spelling mistake and perhaps help me understand why its a stroke of brilliance.

[@RobertsOnMyTurntable]

Just received my vinyl copy yesterday. Absolutely love it. Will be a few days before i review it. But its beautiful done😊

[@yankeehank1897]

I like the black and white intro of the video in keeping with the album cover!

[@kramalerav]

Thank you for the review. Hopefully you get around to doing one for his About Face album.

[@classicalbum]

I did a video on that album on my patreon

[@jeffp6072]

This is a really good record. The fact that he made changes to his production group and collaborated with new musicians tells me that he was really invested in making good music. The previous 2 records were good but predictable. L&S sounds fresh and new but still harbors the Gilmoury traits we love.

[@jorgerivero4910]

I am really moved by this album, for me the best Gilmour creation since the DB. Musically is great, with awesome and emotional solos (I know this is David's signature, but the solo's performances are amongst the best even for him) and a fantastic and interesting blend of music styles. I perceive in some songs 70's Floyd's atmospheres, sounds and textures (Meddle, Wish You Were Here, Animals). Great production, beautifully performed as well (Polly's lyrics are the only thing I still do not appreciate that much). Romany intervention was a great addition and contribution. I feel absolutely thankful that David is still alive and composing amazing music.

[@JacobHolda]

I think Pink Floyd fanbase is one of the strangest occurence in music industry, is as divided as Roger vs Gilmour so its kinda reflection of that. Gilmour camp shitting on Waters and vice versa. Many people cant get over that and in result we always have privilege of getting those beautiful comments by juvenile middle aged men fighting their lifetime fight

[@rhythmofblues]

Steve Distanaslao deserves a mention for his input......a great drummer and writer

[@jeffreyklebert4106]

Steve is a great talent! His drumming is right on point!

[@lupcokotevski2907]

Steve Gadd was a child drumming prodigy in the Mickey Mouse Club in 1957. So was Australian drummer Gil Matthews in 1959 under the menyorship of Buddy Rich. Gil played in the legendary Billy Thorpe and the Aztecs, and is a good mate of Leland Sklar.

[@soitra]

Superb review, so eloquent, thank-you.

[@jakatta73]

I really enjoy this album.

[@markrigg6623]

@MattTerrell So your the one!

[@StingrayMk1]

Nov 5th 2024: I love this album. There are numerous poignant moments, as there always is with Gilmour. But there is a cleverness to it all, the production, the foreshadowing of lyrics, the balance and placement of songs. Its my new favourite album.

[@Wilmer778]

Now I'd love to hear your thoughts upon David Gilmour going the hip hop/metal route with Body Count (with rapper Ice-T) LOL I'm not even kidding here! It actually happened!

[@DennisGoodwin-t5e]

I received my Luck and Strange copy yesterday. I really enjoyed the whole album.

[@javierbaroja8928]

Just tarted to listen to this album. So far, it is a great album with best Gilmour insight that influenced best Pink Floyd Albums. Need to listen to it 3 or 4 more times, but I am sure will love it. Will see him in New York at Madison Square Garden. Looking forward!

[@darrenwells2277]

I went to see David do a rehearsal show to a small audience in Brighton yesterday which will be the show you get in MSG, no major spoilers but you will have an emotional experience. There is a clever lightshow effect they brought out for Fat Old Sun looked great! And the new tracks transfer greatly live. You will have a great time!

[@UncleTonyGuitar]

I used to say that the track I hated the most upon first listening to an album would end up being my favorite. Back in the day, when we would have to wait for a new issue of a magazine to get the latest reviews, one would assume that the reviewer listened to the album multiple times. It's kind of odd to hear reviews of new albums the day they come out. I ask you, Sir Barry, do you think there's something to be said for waiting? For letting the music ferment in your mind for a while?

[@kellieelliott5198]

I just subscribed to your channel because you’re wearing a Led Zeppelin t-shirt. Am going to see David Gilmour at Madison Square Garden in November.

[@musicmaniac3859]

See you there!

[@maxpaape5412]

The whole album is beautiful. A great one to drive on the road to

[@thomasheslar5465]

This album is incredable, i can not stop listening to this it is so good

[@StukaUK]

Trying to get into it…. Nice enough music, but it’s slow and a bit meandering, or maybe I need to be in a better mood to appreciate it. I will listen again with knowledge of what to expect and I’m sure I’ll enjoy it, as what’s not to like about such nicey nicey sounds.

[@GlennMcloughlin-y5r]

I think it’s an excellent album,probably the best since the 1st debut! Love it!

[@russellthechemist8291]

Great review. Informative and echoes my thoughts after 3 listens.

[@jaybee5403]

“Luck and strange - the original barn jam” is my favourite track on this album. With all its “imperfections”.

[@MrPinkStrat]

Gilmour's Daughter 's Voice Reminds Me a Little of Katie Melua in Parts

[@papalaz4444244]

that's a shame

[@waynem4791]

Sure, I prefer On An Island, but Gilmour's best albums are the live concerts, so I look forward to the tour, and what that brings out of these songs. Also, Dave is getting older, and like Knopfler and Clapton, you can't expect the old chops.

[@stepheng1690]

Hi Barry & I have to say already this is his finest solo work featuring his best guitar solos since Floyd's heyday! His voice for being into his late 70s are as great as ever & not forgetting his band in the studio are top rank..... If this is the last music we ever hear from the man what a way to say goodbye 🇬🇧💙🎸

[@rcpsammy7186]

😂😂😂

[@derschwarzdreher]

Great Review! Thanks!

[@shawnmccorkle5059]

I think About Face, his second solo album is great. Needs some love in my opinion.

[@jobarrios]

Thank you very much for this review. I am getting the album!!

[@Baz63]

I have always wanted to shout out to both Waters and Gilmour 'for gods sake cheer up'!!!

[@clarevoyant6322]

I wish I had your way with the English language. I was not a Pink Floyd aficionado so until recently hadn’t heard much. (Dad was obsessed with Aretha ,Cissy H and Etta ). Thus late convert . This album has a great ambient feel to it. ‘Between Two Points’ is totally peng and is going to be played many times . That lovely , melodic guitar is special.

[@brianhall3268]

I just heard the title track on my way home tonight. I really liked it

[@davidbourne6478]

Good review. I really enjoyed it on first listen and it’s shaping up to be one of the best albums of 2024 for me.

[@martinfulton4053]

I agree with everything you say about this wonderful album, I was just expecting a bit more, something a bit more uplifting in these dark times.

[@jeffprokes8990]

Love this tune !! David is as proficient as ever..🤟🤟🎸🥁✌️♥️

[@davidpenny1297]

Thank you for making such a useful review. I also just watched “The Trolls” video and it’s made my day. I’ll certainly be using some of your eloquent responses.

[@personanongrata1308]

I wasn't expecting an upbeat pop/funk/disco party album but crikey the Gilmours look like a dour bunch. 'Better get your doom and gloom from the tomb face on, Dad's making a record again and he expects you to muck in! '

[@papalaz4444244]

I shouldn't have laughed at this but I did. They are a bit 'serious' I have to agree :)

[@mattleppard1970]

Brilliant

[@mikehaire9452]

Life IS quite serious, especially these days.

[@TheDredog59]

this is my favorite Gilmore album , there is not a song that I skip !

[@gregdale1066]

So happy to have this album after all this time . The solo in Scattered is amongst his best ..

[@SPY1964-LL]

He never has topped his first solo album. He is still great live and I saw him with Rick on keys in Oakland -brilliant.

[@BobbD1000]

Really nice review, thank you.

[@anthonysantavicca421]

To me, posting a review of “how good” an album is the day it is released is just wrong. Music takes time to really grow on people and for anyone to pass judgement on an album, they definitely should hear it a few dozen times at least.

[@jamesboyce4000]

I would agree but it depends on how many listens on the day I guess! I do see online people dismissing albums after one listen and I will never get that at all, especially if it's an artist you love.

[@markrigg6623]

It's the number of listens that matters. Not just some time period.

[@germanparfenov7231]

I have listened to it three times already and certainly planning to do more of it. It’s really music to my ears..

[@andrewskivington6453]

But isn't that the job of a music journalist, to listen, analyze and report in a timely manner?

[@markrigg6623]

@@andrewskivington6453 I would agree.

[@kwinsc9273]

Man I really like this album. Very solid. I was iffy on Between Two Points as a single but it works on the album. Just listened to the Atmos Blu-ray and I'm very pleased. It will get many listenings..

[@kenkaminskyj3170]

really good in atmos i can fall asleep in minutes,

[@kwinsc9273]

@@kenkaminskyj3170 I suggest you turn it up some...or get a better system.

[@michaelanderson5087]

The highlight is definitely his daughter singing and playing with him. I am a hardcore Pink Floyd fan, but the lyrics to that song she sings made me cry. But I still like Rattle that Lock more at this time and I've listened to the new album three times. Lifelong fan been listening to David's playing since I was in the womb

[@goddessinme333]

I think live versions of these songs are going to be far more rich, real, and telling. Gilmour and company are excellent live musicians. Wishing them all a successful and prosperous tour. I look forward to video clips of the shows. ❤

[@TrappGC]

Always love your tshirts , where to purchase? Great work as always 😊

[@goodknight37]

This album is beautiful. I love it

[@mercenarygrip]

Just got home after seeing him at the Hollywood Bowl tonight. PHENOMENAL! His voice is no longer what it once was, especially in the higher range, but that is to be expected at his age. His playing, however, hasn't diminished in any way. SEE HIM IF YOU CAN. You won't have many more opportunities. My least favorite part of the show was "The Great Gig In The Sky." The four piece chorus, including his daughter, was fine, but it took all the power away from the original.

[@jean-yvespiret8773]

Why that insert shot of a Ritchie Sambora signature strat by 7:40?? 😅

[@stuartkennedy4570]

I got the album and listened to it yesterday and it’s ok. I think it will grow on me. I just don’t know why it took him 9 years like the last album. He promised his fans after the last one it wouldn’t take that long again… hmmm. I guess at 80 this will be his last album

[@rafebrena]

I'm new to this channel but I notice that no fragments of the music itself are included here, which is a pity, as the musings are well written an well delivered. I don't know if it's an issue with copyrights, but please fix it, we need a bit of the music itself!

[@classicalbum]

It is often a copywrite issue. you can play about four seconds of music and that's it

[@FLASHAHOLIC_TV]

It's awesome, whimsical, and dreamy.

[@Imjustsaying1966]

Romany is one of the best parts. Her and Dad need a full Album. I’ve only listened to parts of each song on the album and it hasn’t grown on me yet. I’m a huge Pink Floyd fan and a huge David Gilmour fan, but I don’t feel like I’m the target market for this album. It feels like a different genre.

[@martinbailey-xj7hc]

Hopefully it will grow on me, but I prefer On An Island.

[@danwalkley304]

Felt a little "teased" by black cat, carried on and started to get a little bored, then ,as I started to fall asleep, the strat solo on "scattered " totally woke me up!, felt like David finally took the lid off! Hoping to hear a live never ending "comfortably numb " version of this!,

[@InnocentAbyssinianCat-eb7ge]

I love the album and it is about mortality while has been playing on pollys mind a lot most people before they die do have dark thoughts which is totally understandable but there are a few exceptions where some people can rather than become melancholy (which this album is ) or instead look back at their life and are happy with the memories they have and who they shared them with he said in a recent interview that he doesn't want there to be as big a gap in time before he makes another album having enjoyed making this one it would be interesting to see if it would be another melancholy type of album which is what most of his music is or if he goes in another musical direction perhaps one that's the complete opposite to this one

[@TJR-ClassicRockCorner0124]

Luck and Strange best since Dark Side is a blanket statement or as he said to Rolling Stone’s Andy Greene a flip statement and maintaining Wish You Were Here is his favorite. The album is so far great and getting better with each new listen

[@Majewski79]

Great review. I'm really, really loving this album. Romany has such a great voice and damn does she look like her father! I was hoping Black Cat would be another 5am-,ish but... Either way... Sing is the standout track for me.

[@simoncanty6171]

Listened to this this morning. Nothing to bring me back for a second listen. A bit too dull for me. Some good guitar work, but voice sounds very tired as do the lyrics. Same old time/age/losing/loss themes done much better a long time ago. But, I guess this could be more relatable now that he is in his late 70's looking back, then when he/they were 30 somethings. I confess to not enjoying the post Waters Floyd very much and this album, to me, is another watery (no pun intended) ingredient added to a post Waters Floyd/Solo album stew with all the juicy meat and veg, to get your brain and body energised, in someone elses kitchen.

[@robertmcadam8167]

Yes with some trepidation I downloaded the 24/96 version. His past solo efforts have come to nothing. But your review is on the mark. Its on track for more listens. The only thing disappointing is the low DR6 of 7 tracks. I recognise this is the standard of a lot of recent recordings but really Gilmour is in a position to release the highest quality with really a Dynamic Range of 10 or more. The original Pink Floyd Albums start at DR10 up to 14. Gilmour is a quality musician but allows the current studio/record company boffins to reduce his work.

[@b2tall239]

Like his other releases, it's not going to make anyone forget about his work with Punk Floyd. It's a mellow, oftentimes jazzy listen. I enjoyed it....probably moreso than his previous 2 releases (which I enjoyed as well). Thanks, Barry.

[@robertchambers6344]

I was very impressed with this album. Possibly his best solo effort since his very first one imo

[@chitlun]

I love Dave’s 1st solo album, I’ve never understood why it gets slagged off. Maybe I’m extra fond of it because it was the first thing I bought with my very first pay packet from a Sunday job I had while still at school. I got paid £5 and bought that and Neil Young’s Live Rust… They were £2.49 each. I believe I spent the change on a couple of Bubblies!

[@frankshailes3205]

I love it when Gilmour pops up unexpectedly on stuff like All About Eve album tracks, he's often better in collaboration than leading the way.

[@salman.masood]

The lyrics may not quite match the depth of *The Division Bell*, but musically, *Luck and Strange* surpasses *Rattle That Lock*. While *On an Island* had beautiful melodies, it felt like a comfortable retreat for a wealthy, retired musician. I'm still absorbing *Luck and Strange* but agree it’s an album that will age gracefully. That said, *The Division Bell* remains David Gilmour's strongest post-*DSOTM* work. Tracks like *A Single Spark*, *Scattered*, and *Sing* stand out, and this album far outshines Roger Waters' really crap *Dark Side* redux. -- Salman.

[@teddythewonderlizard1448]

Reading through the comments here it is apparent that a lot of people are throwing shade at Mr Gilmour for opining that Luck and Strange is the best thing he has done since Dark Side of the Moon. Did it not occur to any of the naysayers that he perhaps rates it so highly because it fits where he is in his life, and his wife and daughter were involved?

[@davidsuprenant2782]

Very well put, could not agree more.thank you.!!!!!

[@losendos194]

Simply a vehicle for Romany Gilmour's career to develop. Polly Gilmour's lyrics come straight from Mills & Boons greatest hits and Dave Gilmour's guitar work is safe and predictable. Not a bad album but certainly not deserving of all of the hype. 7/10.

[@wokebloke7019]

I’m disappointed. I know he’s almost 80 but give some upbeat songs. $28 for 2 short instrumentals. His daughter singing lead vocals on a song , and his wife writing the lyrics. Hardly his best work since dark side. His first album is by far the best. Followed by his second then it keeps going down hill.

[@RoverWaters]

true

[@Imjustsaying1966]

Agree….a bit too average. Lyrics a bit too done.

[@msh6865]

Yes, DG's first solo album is vastly underappreciated. IMO, it has aged quite well and the songwriting is as good as any solo effort he's put forth since. I just can't embrace Samson's lyrics.

[@mark_lhr3]

Agree 100%

[@bigboyoz]

I think it’s his best album since his 1at debut. Very good album! Love it!

[@stevenclark1973]

Between two points and Scattered for me... the others haven't grabbed me yet. Hopefully in time, they will. A lovely sounding album though I must say. Nice recording.

[@JasonRussell-w7f]

On first listen I was pleased but not thrilled. But this album will stick in your mind and move your heart ... or it should. It's quite something, really. Some of Dave's finest guitar work, and Romany steals the show on "Between Two Points". Maybe as one who is on the wrong side of 50, the ruminations on mortality have more meaning than they would have had 10 or 20 years ago. Regardless, I'm very impressed. Perhaps it is his best work since ... Wish You Were Here.

[@franckb8279]

Amazing album ❤

[@mexicocaravans7380]

I agree Davids voice is starting to crack, but his guitar playing has not suffered a bit. His daughter is incredible.

[@ritualistica]

That was very confusing, especially the part about the snake being the biblical reference for death?

[@CorkDave1]

A very good and balanced review. I need to look at my expectations of Gilmour, really at the end of the day he didn’t write the album for me he did it for himself as it should be…I can’t expect him to duplicate the playing on his first solo album. After all he has given so much

[@matthewgiffin9305]

I really loved 'On an Island'; it seemed most like Meddle-era PF. 'Rattle That Lock' I found to be a little clumsy and forced. But this new one I like a lot. Excellent; really enjoy your videos.

[@justincrane8825]

I’m pretty sure I’ve heard David call Wish You Were Here his favorite PF album though.

[@paulsimpson3113]

I think he may be separating best and favourite, the Syd element may swing it for him.