Vocal Coach reacts to Pink Floyd - Another Brick In The Wall (Live)

[@danjoda755]

Beth, you brought a smile to an old man's face on this day. Some of the happiest times of my life were spent discovering I had adequate experience to accompany Pink Floyd on my guitar(s). A bad injury last year had ruined my right hand and hurt me psychologically, but seeing younger folk such as yourself enjoying this wonderful music brings me happiness. Thank you. 🕊️🌹😇🎸

[@blindazabat9527]

Amazing fun fact: the concert was in surround sound and the searchlights at the beginiing were lighting point in space where the helicpoter sound was coming from. Absolutely amazing.

[@firedoc5]

Another great experience of Pink Floyd. This came out when I was in 8th grade. Imagine the entire class starts to sing this at one time. It was fun when a couple of teachers joined in. Like most PF songs there's a degree of haunting melody but when the kids chorus come up it brings more power to it. I know others have suggested it, but if you haven't seen The Wall make it a point to.

[@leekestner1554]

I would love to see what you think of the movie "The Wall" which took their whole album and put it to story line. I saw it in 1982. It was earthshaking to me at that time.

[@danjoda755]

Lee, with all due respect, The Wall was composed as a rock opera, which by definition has a story line. The transition to film was just another creative avenue. And, yes, to be honest, it was a "for profit" venture, not really original creativity. Enjoy, my friend 🕊️✌️😇

[@dgk42]

For me, the movie, once I'd watched it a few times, gave me a better understanding of what was being said. It helped me to understand a few aspects which I hadn't fully understood.

[@danjoda755]

@@dgk42 fair enough, David. I was accustomed to following classical opera as a kid in the 60s, was hypnotized learning the storyline in "Tommy", by The Who. By the time The Wall released as a recording, before the film, I understood the construction of opera. But I still applaud everyone who seeks greater comprehension by whatever media works best for them. ✌️🕊️🤗

[@mikebunner3498]

Pink's lighting is amazing as is their music. Complex yet simple!!! They are masters of their craft! This is a protest song!!! Great observation, as usually coming from YOU. Well Beth, are you another brick in the wall?? David's guitar work is flawless, as is his singing! Music can start the conversation... Pink's songs make me think every time.

[@twofarg0ne763]

One of my favorite bands. They had me hooked with "The Piper at the Gates of Dawn" in 1967. (The year I graduated from high school in the US.) A lot of music from the 60's and 70's, especially after Woodstock, was very critical of war, poverty, bigotry, and the government. One of the biggest I remember was the song "Ohio" by CSNY - a song about the National Guard shooting unarmed students on the campus at Kent State Univ.

[@MDElam]

Great video (although they do edit out some of the intro). I really appreciate that on the Delicate Sound of Thunder and Pulse tours, the backing musicians are given a chance to highlight their skills. Tim Renwick's guitar in this performance, for example, shows the difference high quality backing performers can make in a show. I know folks go to see the usual band members (I did), but what a nice touch to let the others shine! Thank you for your own insight and work!

[@steveboyes3367]

100pct. The backing vocals and instruments along with the stage production are what separate PF greatly from most bands, including Led Zeppelin who almost never could match or exceed their studio versions. Other somewhat successful bands had some personalities that demanded "look at me and how pretty and how great I am". ---never that with PF.

[@ryanr5319]

So agee! The second guy, now Tim (thank you!) solo' was amazing.

[@ryanr5319]

I respectfully interject that NO band could have matched the studio versions of any album Mr. Page produced. He was aware he could not play 7 guitar overlays simultaneously on the road. 😉 Same could be said of The Beatles.

[@steveboyes3367]

@@ryanr5319 that is true for sure, but couldn't they have just gotten one additional guitar lol j/k...the live 70s for LedZep was different than PF post Waters in late 80s and the 90s. More options available.

[@DarrellW_UK]

There’s only ever been one Pink Floyd, they cracked the mould!

[@danknighton3286]

Pink Floyd is the only band I know that takes your brain, twists it and shakes it around to make you see life from a different angle. They show you the very depths of their souls and that makes their message all the more powerful, they are quite extraordinary.

[@DavidLindes]

8:30 - Yes. That is to say that I agree that it’s both…. Each shaping the other.

[@Smannellites]

I love the characteristic sound of the drop-D tuned bass.

[@jjackomin]

The children's choir on the actual album is even better. I believe they won a Grammy for it.

[@wolfscoat6207]

I have seen the Pulse Tour many, many years ago. It was one of the most impressing concerts of my life.

[@Andy_from_de]

Did you know that this song was banned in South Africa at the beginning of the 80s because it became a protest song during student unrest and protest against Apartheid originating in black schools?

[@BethRoars]

I did not!

[@HeadBanger88-r7c]

hello, this song is from the album The Wall, it is an album that tells the life of a boy named Pink who represents the life of Roger Waters as a boy and Syd Barrett as an adult (the former member of the band). Each song has a meaning related to Pink (the boy) who had a hard life since his father died in the war and his mother is too overprotective. This song is a criticism of the education system of that time since it was very strict. That in Pink's eyes it would look like another brick in the wall, that is, another weight to carry

[@whiteeulogianraven7995]

Pink Floyd is the main reason for wearing headphones while being on the streets... And people.

[@sergioenrique346]

Nah…

[@LLiivveeeevviiLL]

...mostly people.

[@jc5247]

500,000 watts of power, 128 wireless speakers. at outdoor concerts the people all look up to see the helicopter but wasn't there. saw this concert 5 times. This concert at Earl's court was played 14 days in a row, "sold out"

[@jonathanwilliams6913]

I completely agree in terms of your question. Oftentimes music will bring awareness to an issue that many people had never thought of before. Other times music will be the cathartic release needed on issues that we have already been dealing with for quite a while. Great Video!

[@michelleferranti9468]

I think musics reflects society. People can really relate and feel the sound

[@leftcoaster67]

I love how David changes it up with the Guitar solo in the end different than on the Album.

[@danchristopher7957]

From a video, it's impossible to gauge the scale, the magnitude of a pink Floyd show..... enormous

[@ChromeDestiny]

The original studio recording had students from Islington Green singing backup. There's a where are they now documentary about them you can sometimes find here on KZbin. If you want to hear Dave Gilmour's vocals at their peak listen to his vocal work on the Floyd albums Wish You Were Here and Animals and if you want to hear how Dave Gilmour's and Roger Waters' vocals worked together in Pink Floyd listen to the original studio version of Comfortably Numb from The Wall. As far as protest songs I think it's like a two way mirror.

[@travisbunce7334]

Definitely both. There are plenty of instances or Bands (or Solo Artists) calling out Injustice, Corruption, Inequality, Racism, Sexism, Environmental Vandalism ect ect. You only have to listen to a few tracks from Rage Against the Machine, or Midnight Oil to hear it, and feel it. At the same time, bands like the 2 I've mentioned, make you think and ask questions. Or read up on what they are railing against, which in turn educates people about real world issues.

[@chrisholland6052]

Beth, as someone who grew up when Another Brick came out, please understand that this was a groundbreaking song. It's composition was a radical change to standard rock at the time.

[@dgk42]

I think that art in all its forms can be a reflection of society AND society can be a reflection of art. If I limit that question to the music I listen to, then music tends to be a reflection of society, good or bad. And The Wall seems to me to be a reflection and a challenge.

[@jimharding915]

You will never mistake Pink Floyd for any other band.

[@scottcrosby-art5490]

It's a shame that Earls Court was taken down, fun fact, on this whole tour this was the only indoor venue because the stage wouldn't fit anywhere else

[@jc5247]

At Roger Waters " The Wall" concerts in 2015. Roger brought in local kids to do the chorus.

[@jasonmuller1199]

A bit of Floyd and a bit of Beth, great Monday

[@shanemccormick2336]

I saw this concert in a literally changed me to everything I love about music

[@arturo.parlem]

One of my favourite bands, great song, great reaction.

[@nicoswann]

Great musicians , like Pink Floyd, wrote music and lyricks that reflected the society and politics of their time. The record , dark side of the moon was a protest album reflected og the differences and political systems that went on in the 70ìes but this album , The Wall is more about Roger Waters upbringing. You also might want to listen to , Wish you were here from 1974, and us and them from 1973.

[@rogerfroud300]

Damn, who is that guitarist playing the solo after Dave Gilmour? What a talent!

[@jamesgreenhow108]

Tim Renfeld second guest guitarist.

[@patrick86806]

aaah! The Wall! my first full album experience with Pinnk Floyd! it was copied on a tape cassette I had found in the grass coming back home after a day of playing outside! I would listen to it on a portable tape recorder in my room! i was about 8 or 9! took me a while to undferstand that there were 2 singers (David & Roger)!!! I was like how is he changing his voice like that? hahaha! and of course the lyrics where completely off for my poor little brain but still... something spoke to me... that too took me a while to understand! and I think that yes... it's a bit of both! and who inspires you and who you inspire too! Pulse is a great album! and I like the way he makes his guitar sing too! ;) great vid!

[@thecarguy7238]

No one can do what David Gilmour does so well❤️🎸

[@gragor11]

Yes, I was just remarking to my son it must be no fun to play second solo after David Gilmore's finished playing his signature solos in his songs.

[@miaowfx7039]

​@@gragor11 Tim Renwick did a really great job! I like his solo. Powerful, angry, it fits very well to this song.

[@ianbertenshaw4350]

Only one word can describe Pink Floyd - EPIC!

[@markbennett6367]

That was good...!! Running the phone through the car speakers... Thank you Beth...

[@adrianbeer1237]

If you have not been to a Pink Floyd concert do it they have one the greatest light shows in the world

[@michaelparks6120]

Pink floyd had the magic...its beyond words...your soul knows

[@Engineer_Who]

Ooh, I would love to hear your reaction to the single from Rick Wright's second solo album, _Broken China._ It's called "Night of a Thousand Furry Toys." It's stuffed with great atmosphere like this, another killer guitar solo from Tim Renwick, and haunting vocals from Rick, the Pink Floyd keyboardist.

[@troyturton8197]

I'm 99% sure Roger Waters, who wrote like 95% of the Wall. Also sang most of the songs, like this one. Of course there were also many times where David would either sing the chorus, while Roger sand the verses. Or vice versa!

[@massinsa]

Another great band, thanks you australia.

[@willemkossen]

it's not just a musician that comes up with a narrative on problems in society. they are definitely a voice, but not necessarily the source.

[@dgk42]

I've found that some musicians are really good at putting together various sources. But maybe they need to be more open about what those sources are?

[@Pulsar77]

Why do people always pick the upload from HDPinkFloyd (who is just a PF fan) with the broken intro at 1:35 instead of the upload on Pink Floyd's official channel which does have the complete song?

[@tdb2012]

I agree with you Beth, that it can be both. Perhaps more often music drives the social narrative of society, but I believe that there are times when music itself drives the social narrative. Back in the 60's there was conscious effort in the US by musicians to effect social change. The best examples of this is the music that came out praising free love, taking better care of our planet and damning the Vietnam war. These are the best examples I can think of where music drove the social narrative. For the reverse, namely music reflecting or supporting the social narrative of society you can look at music that helps us remember who we are and how we belong. Music that came out right after 9/11 is a good example of this. I think a lot of the music that's driven by the social narrative tends to come out most frequently during times of collective crises or euphoria. This is just my view. 😁

[@jjackomin]

Glad you enjoyed it. I was a little younger than you (18) when the Wall was released. Great album, but not their best In my opinion. Tries listening to Animals (1977).

[@1972LittleC]

Little fun fact why the guitar solo sounded so much different on the record: the solo was a les paul with P90's directly into the recording desk without a guitar amp. And social narrative; I think most of the time it's something that already was being felt by a smaller group or marginalized group, but because a musician or a whole genre puts a light on it, it gets more attention. So music is more a catalyst.

[@BendsMusic]

I'm a guitar player for over 40 years, analysis of what guitar he played is irrelevant, it's Dave's fingers that create the guitar sound

[@1972LittleC]

@@BendsMusic well, I'm a guitar player for over 30 years with almost 20 studio experience, and the particular sound for that solo can't be replicated with an amp.

[@bruceheckerman7343]

If you haven't watched Roger Waters recent podcast with Joe Rogan, it is a must hear/see. He talks about this song and the school system...and so much more, like he was banned from playing and using a local children's choir on his current tour because of his hatred of war. Sorry, I've forgotten which country it was.

[@patricmpatrickscrittori1594]

If you want Big intro see Mylène Farmer intro ! Bonjour de la France !

[@1thomson]

To your question: engineers have the idea of a "feedback loop". A feedback loop is any process that works in such a way that its output becomes new input to the process itself. So, a loop. Now, some loops result in the process becoming stronger, and some loops result in the process becoming weaker. The ever-growing process is called a "positive feedback loop", and the ever-weakening process is called a "negative feedback loop". Some loops do neither. They just find a nice, comfortable spot and stay there. Those are "static loops", or "steady-state" processes. Engineers are well-aware that both positive and negative loops can fail. The positive loops build and build and build until they "blow up". Computer engineers use that term when they find a computer that has crashed, seemingly all on its own. Negative loops can do just the opposite. They consume their own fuel, so to say, and just wind down to a stop. It's death with a whimper, not a bang. Static loops can go on forever, as long as nothing intervenes from the outside. If something from the outside does intervene, then the static loop can go positive or negative, and one gets a whole new result. So, at this point, do we see any social/cultural parallels? I do. Some good. Some not. Feel free to comment, Everyone.

[@TheJohmac]

Art certainly drives culture in many ways. Comedy, music, and even movies have greatly influenced shifts in culture. Now that said, it's an interesting psychosocial phenomenon that demonstrates how creative thought is the mechanism for change and how creative thinkers represent a vast majority of artistic endeavors. So in that sense, it is a bit of both, but it is often first noticed as some form of artistic expression. It also doesn't answer the question of whether that change is a "good or bad" thing. Considering that creative types are often less likely to consider the long term unintended consequences of change or the nuanced ways in which those unintended consequences can develop. Which is why we need those analytical thinkers to push back against change just as much as those creative thinkers proposing new ideas.

[@mariagalanis6476]

Wonderful review - this entire album is epic 🎶🎶👏👏❤️

[@PickupthePieces76]

I think music doesn't start a broad social narrative, it reflects it. But it can amplify, unite people in a cause and drive a specific movement forward. Funny thing is, this song was meant as a part of the narrative for Pink on The Wall. The Wall tells a story of the main character Pink. It reflects the personal experience Roger Waters (the lyricist) had in school. It wasn't meant to be a protest song. But the lyrics (and music) struck a cord with many people, most famously the anti-Apartheid movement in South-Africa at the time and thus it started being it's own (other) thing outside of The Wall narrative.

[@plantdesigns7889]

I assume this was from the Pulse or Division Bell tour, but if I'm not mistaken, this isn't the performance that was on the Pulse album or DVDs. I was caught off guard because I absolutely love the official release version and there's quite a few subtle differences in this one.

[@NeeceLoneWolf]

Comfortably Numb live ft The Band. Van brings such emotion to that song.

[@gregcampwriter]

This song got me through high school in the American south.

[@andrewhaines3259]

From this, I'd recommend you listen to Sam Brown. She's the backing singer in the middle. I think she had an 8 octave rang, but sadly due to an operation and throat issues, can't sing anymore.

[@mpugne]

I still think I prefer the working version of it you really get a better understanding of the album along with the roughness of the early version of young lust is just fantastic. Floyd just has so much to listen to it is great.

[@NoelCraigNI]

Just discovered your channel, it's very lovely and it seems Beth has already covered some of my favourite singers already. Noticed however Smokey Robinson is not among them as of yet, he'll slot in very comfortably right next Aretha Franklin and no Joan Baez yet! If anyone has a stand out voice, I'd have thought Joan Baez would be right up there. Another blast from the past would be the ever superb Howlin' Wolf.

[@troymiller2584]

This song is all about individualism. Be yourself do not fall to conformity. Pink Floyd always the best.

[@johnhmaloney]

I agree with you that it's cyclical. I don't think a song has ever created a brand new social narrative, but a lot of popular music reflects social narratives that have begin to gain traction and a song can certainly amplify that narrative and sway more people to that line of thinking.

[@Polecat54941]

With Pink Floyd there are two tales one in the music and one in the lyrics so you can choose your own story basically.

[@michaelschneider603]

Oh, that's from the Pulse tour during the 90s? I'm expecting a lot of critical comments here, since this was many years after Pink Floyd finally split up, and The Wall has been to a large extend by Roger Waters.

[@sreberni]

Hey Beth, you should have a look at David Gilmour's - In any tongue. Amazing voices!

[@palantir135]

Have a look at the official video by PF of this song.

[@Dan-C-71]

So to get nitpicky, this is “Another Brick in the Wall, Part 2”. There’s a part 1 and a part 3 on the album.

[@Engineer_Who]

To get even more nitpicky, this medley is actually titled "Another Brick in the Wall" (no part number) on the _PULSE_ live album. It incorporates elements from all three parts, so I think it makes sense as a title.

[@josecidrao7525]

You need to react Gusttavo Lima - Na Hora de amar - spending my time Brazilian version. Highest voice song

[@jjackomin]

The education system in the US these days is awful. I actually saw a young person asked in which country Venice, Italy was located. Her answer was Paris. And she was in college with the intention to become a teacher.

[@nomo9344]

I teach a class, The Sociology of Popular Music, and your question is one that is the driving force behind the course. Does music shape society or does society shape music? Yes.

[@roger1296]

Yes, both.

[@bellies1000]

It's like the question. Which was first? The chicken or the egg? In the end it does not matter. It is there and it is iconic for the time (and even today) it was made and the message it was saying. Masterclass social storytelling in a grand universal kind of way! Something we need more off in these days of hype and social media extremism!!

[@bujin1977]

The egg came first. A *long* time before the chicken. ;)

[@guilhermetonon7267]

I think another brick in the wall has things that you can cut to put in Radio.. So you can cut half of the solo.. cause it finishes the song. you can just cut it and put a song of 4 min in 3 min for the radio. I think that the Wall is more commercial than others albums. Pink Floyd almost have just 5 min each song, in the minimum. Thats not song for radio.. And this song were banned from some countries. Search for curiosity from PF in wikipedia.. its funny something from veneza...

[@henryortiz3969]

To your question, I say both, it depends on the source of inspiration.

[@bittors.g4974]

Comfortably Numb, Pulse 1994 life... beautiful, exciting, epic...👍👍👏👏

[@Gabriel_Moline]

Dang. Thought it was gunna be the the original.

[@spagsketti]

I love Pink Floyd I have seen them in Concert I have seen Roger Waters in concert. Unfortunately Roger Waters is not in the band at this time and without him doing his parts in the song you do not get the full experience. Yes I know he chose that route but it is still an important part of the song and music you are missing. On a side note the Roger Waters concert was incredible. It was at the Gorge in George Washington (state) There is an outdoor vineyard with an amphitheater. The radio said all week be there at 8:30pm or you will be late. Due to a serious fatality accident we got there just before 8:30pm. While standing in line I was looking down in the bowl in front of the stage I looked up and out on the horizon I see a very large jet (737 size) flying very low over the plains heading straight at us. I told my friend Rocky, "Hey look at that jet it is really low. He turned to look, both of us now looking at the jet as it buzzed the stage hit the afterburners, veered off to the right and the concert started. If you were down in the bowl in front of the stage you never saw it coming until it hit the afterburners. It was one of the most incredible concert stunts I have ever seen. In this day and age we will never see anything like it again. I tried finding anything on it but it was like 1999 and cellphones were still flip and camera less. wow I found audio of it and a photo of the jet it was a full sized jet bigger than a 737. here is the link (Beth you will need to approve it) It was awesome. (the recording is from 2000 and kinda terrible FYI kzbin.info/www/bejne/hHurhGSXasyKqLs

[@deeliciousplum]

Not a huge fan of Floyd. Well, unless we go way back to the Syd Barrett years and to when PF created experimental pieces/albums. With that said, I do love the mood that PF's music evokes. I'll be quiet now and enjoy Beth's new upload. "Rahrrr!" 🦁

[@PoetDreamer]

I think another song to suggest from this concert is very beautiful for vocal harmonies, it's "Us and them" 😉

[@quintinallen5937]

Music effects change. Change effects music.

[@nightgoblin29]

Great reaction but you never skip Pink Floyd Beth haahahah

[@spaulagain]

That's the shitty video source she picked

[@johnmedrano134]

You Should Listen to Voiceplay's Tennessee Whiskey Video!!!!! WOW!!!!! You Will Love it

[@tomheinle1049]

This version is good but it lost something when Roger Waters left the band. He added a dissonant sound to the music with his bass playing that was missing in their later albums.

[@richmcelmeel5430]

Beth, you need to do something with a retiring Scottish singer, Fish....huge career and catalog to choose from...does a live segment every Friday with his fans....

[@juliocesar8374]

Maybe im Amazed - Paul McCartney

[@Deano-M]

Beth Beth .... Will Ramos - Hypnosis(Sleep Token)

[@stevemak8620]

Check out 'Run Like Hell' from Pulse for some interesting singing similar to this...

[@shanemccormick2336]

Been waiting a long time for this thanks. Yes I’m a shoot Pink Floyd band just huge

[@b04wo]

I would like for you to react to Vince McMahon Stand Back from the 1987 Slammy Awards

[@Ferreira019760]

Ok I think the word you were looking for might be symbiotic. I agree, society seems to move in an organic way. The time is right for a change when certain factors coexist. Artists feel it, interpret and provide feedback of their vision to society through their work. It’s always nice to go back to this, I would however like to introduce you to this one. Indiara Sfair is the harmonica player, and she is quite good imo. It’s easy to track more of her music. Overall what got me was the impression that they were just having fun together, which I believe to be core in music. Considering they are from Brazil and most have a hard time ditching their accent, their diction is pretty good. Hope you like the video and if you care to comment it would be very much appreciated. It’s a medley of covers but i personally enjoyed it even if it’s not an original. Here is the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/e6OroJKleNCmpsU Cheers

[@danchristopher7957]

David on rythm guitar....🤯

[@GordonHeaney]

I read that it wasn't really a proper kids choir, it was just kids from the local school, brought in without knowing what they were going to be asked to do

[@richmcelmeel5430]

Song that was made to cash in on the disco craze of the time.

[@rafaellima9723]

Please Beth react to Sleep Token!!! I'd love to see your takes on Vessel's voice. Blood Sport (from the room below) is the best choice to begin with.

[@quicoli8403]

Lovely

[@gregpusczek4473]

brilliant

[@gragor11]

Never lived in the UK , never went to this type of school so that aspect of the core of this song is not there for me. It was a great song when it came out (still is) but we never had to break the wall down where I went to school.

[@chaneyma2015]

Another song that uses a child choir in much better the same way is "Dirty Harry" by the Gorillaz. That song is quite poetic.

[@aliensexist15]

You should react to a Mark Tremonti cover of Sinatra songs.

[@johnmedrano134]

You Should Listen to Voiceplay's Tennessee Whiskey Video!!!!!! WOW!!!!!!

[@bachrilas-sudais9488]

I hope you reacting pink floyd Hey You

[@williammorris398]

And it's definitely the social narrative this is a newer band keyboard is has passed away since this and Rodger water is not on the stage frankly this is not the best version of this song. But it's the social narrative in most of their lyrics from Piper at the Gates of Dawn of course we put our aprons on Dark Side of the Moon with the Great Gig in the sky