
He also talks about his feelings about the late Richard Wright.įor anyone interested in music, and the influences that shaped the musicians and their sounds, the book is definitely worth checking out. He reflects on Dark Side (coming out just five years after he joined the band) and life after the band. He also touches on his early rehearsals with Pink Floyd, including the legendary "Have You Got It Yet?" that Syd was trying to get the rest of the band to learn. The book compiles 40 interviews, and each reveal some great insights into the artist.ĭavid Gilmour's interview takes a look at his earliest experiences of music - hearing, seeing and playing. The reality for most people, of course, if they are honest, is that their first gig, record or whatever can tend to be a little difficult to reveal to others! In the introduction, Matt has the tables turned and is interviewed by Norman Cook (Fatboy Slim) who reveals his first gig was U2 in 1987, whereas Norman's was none other than The Wombles!Įach chapter starts with an introduction by Matt about his memories of meeting the subject, accompanied by newly created collage artwork and finishes with a Spotify link that will lead readers straight to the bespoke playlist of songs that are discussed in the interviews. Some of the subject's "firsts" are endearingly cheesy or embarrassing, yet others have rather cool experiences they relate. With a diverse list of interviewees as David Gilmour, Alice Cooper, John Lydon, Charlie Watts, Rod Stewart, Paul Simon, Elton John, Lars Ulrich, Michael Stipe, Brian Wilson and Jarvis Cocker, there are some dramatically different responses, and some very interesting insights. Using transcripts of interviews conducted by him over a number of years for his BBC Radio 6 Music show, Matt Everitt's book, "The First Time: Stories & Songs from Music Icons", reveals things like the subject's first gig, first record, and such like.

“Just published is an absorbing new book which brings together some of the biggest names in music to talk about their First Time.
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Look Below for the latest list of David Gilmour tour dates, links to look for David Gilmour concert tickets, and some cool live music videos of David Gilmour in concert.Type of Book: Interview series with a selection of musical greats, all conducted by Matt Everitt Tickets for all these shows would be hard to get, so we’ll keep an ear out about any more information we hear about David Gilmour and a tour in 2018. We are guessing that this tour would be in support of his latest album Rattle That Lock, or possibly a new album altogether.

As of right now, David Gilmour there are no offical dates planned for North America, or any other country for that matter.

Right now we hear whispers of a few festivals that Gilmour will take part in, but fans are holding their breath for a lot more dates and a whole tour to be announced. Not only are we to expect brand new music from David Gilmour in 2018, news has hit the streets about rumors about an official concert tour that will have David Gilmour performing concerts all over the world. I can already feel the excitement building among all the Pink Floyd and solo David Gilmour fans.

David Gilmour, Formerly of Pink Floyd, Plans To Release 2018 Tour News Soon :
