Did Pink Floyd play in Pompeii?
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Did Pink Floyd play in Pompeii?
Pink Floyd: Live at Pompeii is a 1972 concert documentary film directed by Adrian Maben and featuring the English rock group Pink Floyd performing at the ancient Roman amphitheatre in Pompeii, Italy. Although the band perform a typical live set from the era, there is no audience beyond the basic film crew.
Why did Pink Floyd perform at Pompeii?
“I felt, at the time, that we’d had enough of concert films,” Maben told a Russian Pink Floyd fan site. “So the main idea of the film was to do a sort of anti-Woodstock film, where there would be nobody present and the music and silence, and empty amphitheater, would mean as much, if not more, than a million crowd.”
What album did Pink Floyd play at Pompeii?
Live at Pompeii is a live album and film by David Gilmour, the former guitarist of Pink Floyd. It was recorded at the Amphitheatre of Pompeii. It documents his 2015–16 world tour to promote his album, Rattle That Lock (2015). The concert was directed by Gavin Elder.
Where did Pink Floyd record Echoes?
Abbey Road, AIR and Morgan, London
Echoes (Pink Floyd song)
| “Echoes” | |
|---|---|
| Song by Pink Floyd | |
| Recorded | 3 March – 1 May 1971 |
| Studio | Abbey Road, AIR and Morgan, London |
| Genre | Progressive rock |
When did David Gilmour play at Pompeii?
October 1971
For Gilmour, the pressure was even heavier at Pompeii since he had a history there. When he performed there last, in October 1971, it was for another concert picture.
Who built the Amphitheatre in Pompeii?
The History of the Amphitheatre of Pompeii According to inscriptions, Pompeii’s amphitheatre was built by C. Quintius Valgus and M Procius, two of Sulla’s commanders who became the city’s magistrates after its subjugation by the Romans.
How long is David Gilmour Live at Pompeii?
74 mins 28 secs
74 mins 28 secs approx. Produced by David Gilmour.
Who played David Gilmour in Pompeii?
David Gilmour returns to Pompeii after 45 years. Chuck Leavell co-lead, Roger Waters’ parts. back up vocals. David Gilmour – electric guitar Chester Kamen – electric guitar Guy Pratt – bass guitar Greg Phillinganes – piano, keyboards Chuck Leavell – organ, keyboards Steve DiStanislao – drums, percussion Enjoy!
When did Pink Floyd play at the pyramids?
1973
Pink Floyd, DSOM, Anniversary Pyramids (B & W), 1973.
What guitar did David Gilmour use at Pompeii?
Black Strat
David playing his Black Strat and the ’55 Esquire “Workmate”. David playing the blonde Fender Deluxe and red Jedson lap steels.
How old was David Gilmour in Live at Pompeii?
age 70
It was a concert that was virtually centuries in the making – the first-ever rock show to take place in front of an audience in the structure there – and it was a milestone, too, for Gilmour, age 70, as it was the first time he’d played there since he and his Pink Floyd bandmates shot the 1972 cult-hit concert film …
Was there a gladiator arena in Pompeii?
Situated in the south eastern corner of the city stands Pompeii’s amphitheatre dating back to 70 BC, and one of the few survivors of Mount Vesuvius’s eruption.
How many people could the Pompeii amphitheatre hold?
20,000 spectators
It could hold up to 20,000 spectators not only from Pompeii but also from neighbouring towns. The building is located in a peripheral area so as to facilitate the movement of so many people.
Who played keyboards for David Gilmour at Pompeii?
When Gilmour spoke to Rolling Stone before the Pompeii gig last year, he said the one original Pompeii song he absolutely would not perform was “Echoes,” because it would feel off without late Pink Floyd keyboardist Rick Wright playing on it.
Why is there no footage of Pink Floyd?
As with many bands in the 1970s, most of the live shows had a strict no-camera rule, making video recording very difficult for both audiences and TV. Very little footage has been filmed by news stations, compared to the extensive time the band played.
