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He’s very humble. He is one of the greatest guitarists. His guitar solos sound like they are breathing. When I was young, I thought he was using an effect. But it’s really his incredible playing style. Amazing singer, too. The smoothness of his vocals mixed with Water’s neurotic, screaming vocals worked so well. The combo was brilliant.
Humility, simplicity, calm, no pedantry, no arrogance, just an artist talking about his life, his work, David Gilmour, a beautiful person who created beautiful music.
In other words he didn’t learn how to interview from Howard Stern. If he had he would ask questions like: You really dislike Roger Waters don’t you? So Roger Waters was like dictator, you really hated working with him didn’t you? So you & Roger Waters used to get into fisticuffs quite often, how many times did you have to kick his ass? But you are so much better a guitarist than Syd Barrett, didn’t get you get angry when he was tripping on acid & you literally were carrying the band? But while Mr. Gilmour tried to answer Howard would bombard him with another idiotic question before he could even try to refute.
Gilmour is very articulate with his answers which appear genuine and welcome. A brilliant composer as well as a musician. He was the glue of Pink Floyd.
I just love Dave Gilmour. He is such a giant in the music business. His talent for shaping the music to stand on its own ‘before adding the weight of lyrics’ is legendary! I am and always will be a Pink Floyd fan! Thanks for a fantastic interview.
He made sure that Syd got all the royalty checks for when he was with Pink Floyd..... The music industry is a cut throat business; it was good to hear that Gilmour stood up for Syd when Syd couldn't.
He's definitely one of the underestimated guitars of all time he's a great guitarist and a great music producer and he's never got up the credit that he deserved you got that right he's always been a gentleman class he's definitely less Act
@@christopheryoung383 I'm not criticising you but David Gilmour is in most people that have ever learnt the guitar's top 3, and most people that haven't top 3, in no way is David Gilmour underestimated. If you wanna talk underestimated you should check out Mark Knopfler or Peter Green, the number one and two of most underestimated guitarists in history.
So eloquent, soft-spoken and charming. And, I must say, STILL hot as a pistol, 50 years later! Wonderful interview of a Gentleman we don't hear enough from, so this was really a welcome surprise! And 101 minutes, no less! Thank you so much for a peek into David's life! High school in the 1970's would simply NOT HAVE BEEN THE SAME without Pink Floyd as a MAJOR soundtrack and influence. . .
Seems like Waters is always on the attack...with everything - music, polotics, etc. He even contadicts himself, regularly. He's got some sort of grandiose mental-disorder. Very arrogant, and falsely self-assured.
He really is honoring his old friend. What an interesting and enlightening interview this is!! An inspiring and interesting man, Mr. Gilmour. Thank you!
I cannot believe that I actually watched the whole way through this interview and it kept me interested the whole time. It is the laid-back atmosphere, coupled with intelligent questions and (usually) leaving David time to answer that kept me on board. Future historians will be glad of this short goldmine of an interview. Thank you.
Thanks for sharing this. Hard to describe how much David's music has meant to me. On top of that, his down to earth personality and refusal to glorify himself despite his insane commercial success is inspiring. Truly one of a kind.
53:23 The part where he talks about Syd nailing the guitar solo on 'Dominoes' after flipping the tape over to record to the backwards music is just a diamond in this interview, thank you both John & David for sharing this!
mr eddington your interview style is commendable in that you let the man talk whilst thinking without interruption and that is a quality that most don't have.
The perfect interview with David. I admire his openness and honesty, he would also have to be one of the most well spoken guitarist's of all time, as well as one of the best players of all time. Thanks for uploading this my friend, it's a must have. NA1974🇬🇧.
I feel like this is an important document in music history, and in time will be recognised as such. David seems guarded here at least at first, and not entirely comfortable talking about Syd. He seems much more comfortable talking about himself and his relationship with the band, than his relationship and recollection of Syd. Fascinating stuff. Thank you for releasing it in this unabridged form.
@@JOHNEDGINTONDOCUMENTARIES I read in the comments about taking down one of your videos due to audio video quality? I think you should leave them up as some of us are interested in your filming process as well as the actual content. It's not often that we get to see the making of this type of documentary film. It's an education in itself. I vote you keep them up. 👍
What a kind, and caring human being. David definitely ranks up high in my favorite musicians, but he also seems like a very kind, humble man and very easy to talk to. I must say this one still remains my favorite. His voice is very calming. Thanks for being a great interviewer, John. I've watched most of them and you do a really nice respectful job with all the folks that you sit down and take the time to talk with.
I was born in 78, and to me these interviews with the band are a gospel on how the musical craft should be approached. Pink Floyd is an example of hard work and they are one of my strongest musical influences. Thank you for this incredible work.
Awesome I love your reply. As I've said it's really nice to see the younger people acknowledging what sadly has rather faded into the past. "They" just don't do it like that anymore. But I'm glad they did. And we can still talk about it and listen to it now.
I really enjoy interviews like this--where the interviewer lets the subject have time to reflect about the question and then answer the question, instead of just rushing in and popping off another. I know everyone is usually on a tight time schedule, but...I appreciate this way of conducting an interview. Thank you.
I'm a historian, and have had to conduct many many many oral interviews. The one thing I learned quite early on is to LET THEM TALK. Sometimes the silence in between the questions--the pauses--are the most important part of the content. I'm glad that there are interviewers out there, like you, who understand this. @@JOHNEDGINTONDOCUMENTARIES
Not to mention that Gilmour is a tough interview, regardless. He has to trust someone in order for anyone to get anything out of him. In another interview, he actually stated that his wife thinks he might be Autistic, which certainly hits the mark. In yet another, Sampson (his wife) stated that he communicates through his music and isn't really very verbal. Getting any type of emotion verbally from him might be like pulling teeth. He's thoughtful and chooses his words carefully--not at all gregarious--unlike Waters, who will (can and has) talk the ears off of any willing victim. I was particularly impressed with how, when you mentioned The Wall and his hackles got up, how you were able to articulate WHY you'd asked him about it, and he came back around. Truly a unique talent!
@@Moonmaedyn I think you’ve hit the nail on the head about the silence between the questions. When I’m involved in filming an interview I always stress to the camera person that it’s often after the interviewee has spoken that there’s a pause .. and in that pause you can almost see on their face as their thoughts impel a further, often deeper, additional point/ observation/ confession. I like that you picked up on my response to David’s dislike of my Wall question. The lesson there for the interviewer is to have a clear focus on the key issues and to keep steering - in that case rather doggedly ! - towards them.
Like I stated earlier, I have conducted many interviews myself, and you'd be surprised (or not!) at the things someone will disclose if given the chance. The last round of interviews I conducted concerned the sale, and eventual closing of one of the last industrial steel manufacturing plants in the country. One of the interviewees actually burst into tears about how he'd placed his job over his family for decades, and what a terrible husband/father he was. I never expected that. I don't think HE did, either. It's almost like you become a therapist sometimes! @@JOHNEDGINTONDOCUMENTARIES
I'm very happy to have this interview with David I've met him in Mexico City while he was running in te Panamerican Rally ..I have a photo with Mr Roark (copilot) and Mr. Cardenet (runner) and me . I am proud of having this treasure for me, he was very kind with me. Two years later came to Mexico city for the first time with the Pink Floyd and I was there, The Pulse Concert at the 'Foro Sol" beatiiful concert marvelous , fantastic , etc etc a dream come true...Long live Mr. Gilmour. I'm Ramon Bravo Peña in Cancun Q.Roo Mexico.
John, I'm a massive Pink Floyd and Genesis fan and I've really enjoyed your unedited interviews with the various band members. I want to thank you for uploading them, especially when you have to deal with a thousand completely stupid comments about the video quality, the ads, or deranged rants about how member X was the true genius of band Y and after member X left Band Y was never the same etc.
Hi Zach. Thanks ! Your absolutely correct about the absurdity of some comments but I’m happy to say that the many positive ones far outweigh the negatives!
Listening to David talk, is only second to listening to David sing. The accent, of course, is part of it. But, the intellect and ability to articulate his thoughts is the essence of communication. And of course, his voice is just so… comfortable.
You are quite right on both counts! PF has been my fav band for most of my life now. Saw Dark side of the Moon in Oakland, CA and THE WALL at UCLA Campus! UNBELIEVABLE!!! ❤
@@SicKno-i5r Yeah I do see what you mean, been watching more of those twos interviews. I honestly find Rick and Nick to be the most gracious members, I feel sorry for the fact that they had to deal with those two. They also have the best stories too.
Gilmour is a class act. He"s obviously a very smart and talented musician, yet comes across as a very humble and grounded bloke...more so than Waters in my opinion. His guitar solos are next level.
This is the most incredible interview I've ever seen. If you want to know about Pink Floyd, watch this! There's a reason that Syd Barrett was always considered the backbone of the band. I'm pretty sure David Gilmour had more talent than Syd did, yet he talks about how great Syd was. He's an amazing human being...
0:15... His cat participating the interview 😻... What a modest, grounded seeming person. Playing so impressively his guitar, composing, producing wonderful music, texting gorgeous art, singing in front of cheering crowds. Sitting there answering calm and in an unspectular way, you'd get the impression, he could've came over for a chilling evening in a familiar surrounding. May his attitude let him stay healthy and wellbeing for a good time.
Thank you so much for posting the full interview. I've had the DVD of 'The Pink Floyd and Syd Barrett Story' since it came out, and the longer interviews on the extras of that are fascinating, so this is even more fascinating. You've done a service to music history, John.
David Gilmour is a guy with a lot of money but doesn't act like a guy with a lot of money. Way too humble when looking at what he's achieved. That's real class.
Back in O.C. Calif when I was 30 my wife heard a commercial on the radio about a David Gilmour show coming up. Knowing I am a Floyd fan she called the radio station (KMET - LA, “The Mighty Met”) to get information on the concert, The DJ on live radio Cynthia Fox…. said...."Congratulations, YOU are caller number 10, YOU just won tickets to the show and the Sound Check Party before the show"... I met David Gilmour back stage. He gave us both a signed album that I have in my music room. We talked for 22 minutes. I called him…“The Master Of The Stratocaster” He smiled. I told him his music will stand the test of time with anything from Beethoven or Mozart. He smiled even bigger. I asked if I could shake both his hands that make such great guitar solos, he smiled bigger and said “Sure” and shook both hands at the same time, making a cross between us, I smiled HUGE. Hard to explain how awesome that moment was in my life. I asked him to describe his technique of playing guitar, he replied… “I strike a note, bend it, shake it and then release it”…. Yes, he does that quite well, better than any other guitarist I know. . I told him in my eyes he’s a “Legend“. He thanked me and said “Enjoy the show”…. during the concert after the song “Money” he looked right at me and said…. “On saxophone, another Legend, Mr. Raphael Ravenscroft” … acknowledging my comment to him. It is my favorite moment in over 300 shows I’ve seen.
I loved this interview SOOO much!!! Thank you for sharing, mister! PF and SB must be fairly documented for rock history because they earned it and they deserve it as a band.
I have thought that when people do what it is they love to do especially when they're getting paid for it they don't age in the same way or maybe as fast as those not in that position.
The best interviews are often those where the interviewer and interviewee have a rapport and respect for each other. That's what makes this so watchable. It's a must-see for any historian Interested in the early days of Pink Floyd
I love when Dave plays wish you were here, that he looks away to not have the interviewer throw off his groove. How tasteful his finger picked rendition is.. very soulful and heartfelt. After all those questions you’d rather not answer, but decide to anyways, and show your quiet vulnerability. Especially when he looks the interviewer in the eye at the end of the pattern of wish you were here. The interviewer misssed the fact that Dave opened himself up to him, and he missed it. That’s a very vulnerable place to put yourself in the context of getting to know someone and opening your heart up for those to see. If the interviewer didn’t see that I sure as hell did. Thank you for that Dave. That was beautiful!
Regardless of some of the previous negative comments, I really enjoyed this interview. I think it's a fascinating insight into the personality and genius of Syd from the perspective of someone who obviously admired him and the guilt he felt for replacing him. It made me revisit Syd's albums which I hadn't heard for years. Always been a huge fan of Pink Floyd and I wish there was more appreciation of how lucky we are to be able to access material like this. I know I am biased as Gilmour was a huge influence for me when I was starting out, but to get such an in depth and honest reflection from someone who's music has touched millions, is something we shouldn't take for granted. In short, huge thanks for making and sharing this material.
Fantastic interview and thank you so much for posting John. I love David's expressions and emotions, he was quite the gentleman and was very patient. Wonderful feel through the whole interview. Superb job.
As a massive Syd fan, thanks for making these interviews available, I've been going through them since I first saw one at some point in the Summer last year, and it's been such a joy to have all of this great material available. Thanks again.
My goodness. The way Gilmour just casually plays something incredible. He is such a master of instilling feeling into every note. Like he spins gold and then to cast it aside to memory.😳
Thanks for putting this up. I’m quite surprised by some of the nasty comments but heartened by the positive ones. IMO, Individually they’re all good, as a band they produced magic.
Not too long ago someone posted a video of Syd’s paintings, there were a lot and really beautiful. Glad he was able to express himself in other ways after he left the Floyd and find some semblance of peace
I've been watching this interviews since you posted them, they're amazing, and i love how honest and open they are. You're really easy to talk and hear. You're amazing man, thanks for doing this
I've always felt that David Gilmour was underrated as a genius guitarist. Growing up id always see the best guitarist lists, and Ive never seen him listed, but when i listen to comfortably numb, Time, the guitar work in Dogs and so many others, , id put him up with anyone. Just my opinion
Wonderfully paced and inciteful, as soon as David picked up the guitar my heart did a little flutter and did not disappoint, those few seconds of playing just evidences what David says, there is that emotional pull to those sounds, whether it be a personal or purely on a musical level, its there. Wonderful stuff
Well done interview. David Gilmore is certainly a rock star but he has matured into a reflective, intellectual English Gentleman. Notice how his answers are honest but he is quick to inform you that his view is the way he saw things or that his memory is incomplete. As for Syd he doesn't diagnose him being smart enough to know that's not for him to do. Just that he noticed something strange before anyone else. The interview is about Sid. Gilmore does not change the subject to himself, like so many rock stars would do. Gilmore is incredibly respectful to his friend. He is more than one of the greatest quitar players ever. He is an intellectual.
Pink Floyd was a "revolution " for me back in High School, in the early 80's. It became even more so as I del ved into their early work. Obviously, there would have been no Pink Floyd without Syd Barrett. No other band , in my opinion, has done or sounded like them. They melded music, lyrics and visuals like no other, for me anyway. Great Interview!
This is one of the best interviews I've ever watched. I love how much space you leave for him to answer questions and talk. Thank you for posting this!
You’re very welcome and thank you for appreciating that leaving space and time, for David to say whatever comes to him , is the key to unlocking a deeper conversation.
Really enjoyed this interview, I’ve only recently pulled my turntable out of storage after 20 years, l feel the need, now to find wish you was here which is in a box of vinyl somewhere, and get it spinning. David Gilmore is a great guitarist, absolutely love watching and listening to him play.
I love how Gilmour being so patient answering all the questions. His honesty about sid and also with such respect and awe. Two greats that Kept pink floyed going and flourishing ✨️
Been into Pink Floyd since The Wall but have never listened to a David Gilmour interview. ( there seems to be alot of Roger Waters ) Gained a lot of respect for Mr Gilmour a gentleman, seems down to earth and “real”.
All of these interviews are amazing. Thank you so much for sharing. I became really fascinated by Barrett's music back when I was around 19-20 years old in 2014 or 2015. Back then I recall there not being that much information available online about him at all. Lately I've been returning to his albums and the early Floyd stuff, and my interest in him has been rekindled. It's been a joy going through these interviews now, since I discovered your channel a few days ago. I am yet to see your documentary but I hope to purchase it in the next week or two.
It’s great to get your appreciation of my interviews ! Welcome too as a newcomer to the channel. If you’re looking for more Pink Floyd and Syd related interviews do check out the playlists - as an easy guide to them. Eg the Pink Floyd playlist is here PINK FLOYD UNFILTERED ruclips.net/p/PL4-tKyR13ib59AK31LMUg2xFb_h2WtZcN
Hey John! Reading these comments i felt like i needed to comment myself. I think you did a great job with the interview and i really appreciate the questions and you posting it here. Thank you!
Very interesting interview. I also always loved the Syd Barrett solo stuff much more than his stuff he did with Pink Floyd. It's seriously underrated music.
You should take down the other video with the bad audio and picture. I stumbled across this better version before watching the other one. This interview is superb. So long, so patient. I've watched some of your Genesis ones as well, and in those, you also capture a certain depth that is rare in an interview. Please post anything else you might have. Any from the band Yes? Gilmour is so articulate, intelligent, and reflective. He is willing to talk about anything... until you hit The Wall.....then he shuts down. That period is clearly so painful for him. I love that he keeps the Comfortably Numb guitar permanently tuned for that song. He is as big a fan as we are, and he feels the emotion of the best Floyd songs the same way the audience does. Let's hope Dave can mount one more tour for us. His shows have so much emotion and heart. And this interview shows why.
Thanks Scott for your very appreciative comments! I have thought about your suggestion to take down the other video and I will be doing that in the next day or two.; Just posted this info on it so people watching it now hopefully switch to this better quailty one. I HAVE JUST UPLOADED A BETTER QUALITY SOUND/PICTURE VERSION OF THIS INTERVIEW HERE ruclips.net/video/RQhxEpXEaNA/видео.html PLEASE CHECK IT OUT INSTEAD AS THIS WILL BE TAKEN DOWN SOON!
I had seen part of this interview with dave but now that I see it complete, it is very interesting to know some important facts that I did not know about the beginnings of David and syd with pink Floyd.Which I appreciate for sharing, thanks
A guitar god. An English gentleman. And one righteous dude. Who has such gravitas and such a serene calming voice of patience and wisdom. We Love Dave Gilmour the human being . Rock Legend
It's the 2nd time I've watched this interview and I really admire Gilmour, he looks unnecessarily guilty at times. He didn't do anything wrong by "replacing" Syd, things just happened and the best stuff, in my mind, wouldn't have happened without Gilmour.
He did wrong by making David Gilmour's solo career Pink Floyd. On the Syd Barrett front , Roger Barrett received 1.6 million pounds primarily from David's efforts .
@@willallen7757 Yes I agree, I'm not really a fan of anything they did after Roger left. In my opinion, their creative peak was 'Meddle' to 'Wish You Were Here'. I like a lot of PF stuff either side of that period but for me, that's when the musical/lyrical balance was right. Just my opinion, I don't expect everyone to share it.
Thankyou so much for sharing the full interview from that time. I wish there are so detailled interviews about the still living members of Pink Floyd and their solo work.
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He’s very humble. He is one of the greatest guitarists. His guitar solos sound like they are breathing. When I was young, I thought he was using an effect. But it’s really his incredible playing style.
Amazing singer, too. The smoothness of his vocals mixed with Water’s neurotic, screaming vocals worked so well. The combo was brilliant.
Gilmour is an English gentleman from a different time. Those days are long gone in the UK; so refreshing to watch.
Humility, simplicity, calm, no pedantry, no arrogance, just an artist talking about his life, his work, David Gilmour, a beautiful person who created beautiful music.
I just love how respectful the interviewer is. Lets David speak without interrupting. What a fantastic interview!
Thanks so much for your kind words!!
In other words he didn’t learn how to interview from Howard Stern. If he had he would ask questions like: You really dislike Roger Waters don’t you? So Roger Waters was like dictator, you really hated working with him didn’t you? So you & Roger Waters used to get into fisticuffs quite often, how many times did you have to kick his ass? But you are so much better a guitarist than Syd Barrett, didn’t get you get angry when he was tripping on acid & you literally were carrying the band? But while Mr. Gilmour tried to answer Howard would bombard him with another idiotic question before he could even try to refute.
Unfortunately, we can't hear his voice as he asks the questions. His mic is too low in the mix.
I hope Howard Stern is watching/taking notes..
@@pasqualeporpora are you deaf??
What a classy gentleman. IMO the greatest guitarist ever. Also has the most handsome face ever.
Gilmour is very articulate with his answers which appear genuine and welcome. A brilliant composer as well as a musician. He was the glue of Pink Floyd.
I just love Dave Gilmour. He is such a giant in the music business. His talent for shaping the music to stand on its own ‘before adding the weight of lyrics’ is legendary! I am and always will be a Pink Floyd fan! Thanks for a fantastic interview.
My pleasure !
Thank you for sharing. For me, David Gilmour is Pink Floyd. Part of my youth as for so many people. The Netherlands.
Same here. United States of America.
David is hands down my favorite guitar player. Lots of really amazing guitarist in the world, but David's playing gets my soul
David is my favorite musician. No one can play the guitar like he can.
David Gilmour always comes across as a gentleman with class and dignity. It pervades his music.
He made sure that Syd got all the royalty checks for when he was with Pink Floyd.....
The music industry is a cut throat business; it was good to hear that Gilmour stood up for Syd when Syd couldn't.
He's definitely one of the underestimated guitars of all time he's a great guitarist and a great music producer and he's never got up the credit that he deserved you got that right he's always been a gentleman class he's definitely less Act
@@christopheryoung383 I'm not criticising you but David Gilmour is in most people that have ever learnt the guitar's top 3, and most people that haven't top 3, in no way is David Gilmour underestimated. If you wanna talk underestimated you should check out Mark Knopfler or Peter Green, the number one and two of most underestimated guitarists in history.
How originally said for the 2 millionth time !! People can't say anything else other than what's been said a million times over 5000 years
Was he involved in some of Kate Bush early music.
So eloquent, soft-spoken and charming. And, I must say, STILL hot as a pistol, 50 years later! Wonderful interview of a Gentleman we don't hear enough from, so this was really a welcome surprise! And 101 minutes, no less! Thank you so much for a peek into David's life! High school in the 1970's would simply NOT HAVE BEEN THE SAME without Pink Floyd as a MAJOR soundtrack and influence. . .
David Gilmour is what it looks like to be a rock star who has matured with grace and dignity.
im guessing he'd much rather be a musician who has matured with grace & dignity..
Seems like Waters is always on the attack...with everything - music, polotics, etc. He even contadicts himself, regularly. He's got some sort of grandiose mental-disorder. Very arrogant, and falsely self-assured.
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What an honest and beautiful way to honor a friend. So sweet and loving. I wish people were this loving today. Thank you David Gilmore.
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He really is honoring his old friend. What an interesting and enlightening interview this is!! An inspiring and interesting man, Mr. Gilmour. Thank you!
I cannot believe that I actually watched the whole way through this interview and it kept me interested the whole time. It is the laid-back atmosphere, coupled with intelligent questions and (usually) leaving David time to answer that kept me on board. Future historians will be glad of this short goldmine of an interview. Thank you.
Thanks for sharing this. Hard to describe how much David's music has meant to me. On top of that, his down to earth personality and refusal to glorify himself despite his insane commercial success is inspiring. Truly one of a kind.
By far one of the most awesome interviews, I have ever seen! I've got it on loop! Brilliantly done!
How great! Thanks so much!
He's just the way I imagined. A rather humble artist. They have made a big impact on me over the last 50 years.
Holy crap! 50 years.
I know the time goes too fast!
This conversation got me deeply emotional… David is such an honest profound character ❤
20 years later and I’m just discovering this gem of an interview. Thanks for sharing John!
53:23 The part where he talks about Syd nailing the guitar solo on 'Dominoes' after flipping the tape over to record to the backwards music is just a diamond in this interview, thank you both John & David for sharing this!
mr eddington your interview style is commendable in that you let the man talk whilst thinking without interruption and that is a quality that most don't have.
The perfect interview with David. I admire his openness and honesty, he would also have to be one of the most well spoken guitarist's of all time, as well as one of the best players of all time. Thanks for uploading this my friend, it's a must have. NA1974🇬🇧.
Thanks. Much appreciated!
I feel like this is an important document in music history, and in time will be recognised as such. David seems guarded here at least at first, and not entirely comfortable talking about Syd. He seems much more comfortable talking about himself and his relationship with the band, than his relationship and recollection of Syd. Fascinating stuff. Thank you for releasing it in this unabridged form.
Thanks so much for your appreciation!
These unedited interviews are brilliant John. Great job. It's nice to see the natural flow of q&a with David. 👍
Thanks so much !
@@JOHNEDGINTONDOCUMENTARIES I read in the comments about taking down one of your videos due to audio video quality?
I think you should leave them up as some of us are interested in your filming process as well as the actual content.
It's not often that we get to see the making of this type of documentary film.
It's an education in itself.
I vote you keep them up. 👍
No worries. I’m keeping them all up. The only one I took down was a previous poor audio version of this Gilmour interview
What a kind, and caring human being. David definitely ranks up high in my favorite musicians, but he also seems like a very kind, humble man and very easy to talk to. I must say this one still remains my favorite. His voice is very calming. Thanks for being a great interviewer, John. I've watched most of them and you do a really nice respectful job with all the folks that you sit down and take the time to talk with.
Thank you so much Nonya for such generous comments. I’m so glad you appreciate my interview style!
I was born in 78, and to me these interviews with the band are a gospel on how the musical craft should be approached. Pink Floyd is an example of hard work and they are one of my strongest musical influences. Thank you for this incredible work.
Thanks so much for your appreciation!
Awesome I love your reply. As I've said it's really nice to see the younger people acknowledging what sadly has rather faded into the past. "They" just don't do it like that anymore. But I'm glad they did. And we can still talk about it and listen to it now.
I really enjoy interviews like this--where the interviewer lets the subject have time to reflect about the question and then answer the question, instead of just rushing in and popping off another. I know everyone is usually on a tight time schedule, but...I appreciate this way of conducting an interview. Thank you.
Thanks so much. Great to get your thoughtful insights into my interviewing style
I'm a historian, and have had to conduct many many many oral interviews. The one thing I learned quite early on is to LET THEM TALK.
Sometimes the silence in between the questions--the pauses--are the most important part of the content. I'm glad that there are interviewers out there, like you, who understand this. @@JOHNEDGINTONDOCUMENTARIES
Not to mention that Gilmour is a tough interview, regardless. He has to trust someone in order for anyone to get anything out of him. In another interview, he actually stated that his wife thinks he might be Autistic, which certainly hits the mark. In yet another, Sampson (his wife) stated that he communicates through his music and isn't really very verbal. Getting any type of emotion verbally from him might be like pulling teeth.
He's thoughtful and chooses his words carefully--not at all gregarious--unlike Waters, who will (can and has) talk the ears off of any willing victim.
I was particularly impressed with how, when you mentioned The Wall and his hackles got up, how you were able to articulate WHY you'd asked him about it, and he came back around. Truly a unique talent!
@@Moonmaedyn I think you’ve hit the nail on the head about the silence between the questions. When I’m involved in filming an interview I always stress to the camera person that it’s often after the interviewee has spoken that there’s a pause .. and in that pause you can almost see on their face as their thoughts impel a further, often deeper, additional point/ observation/ confession.
I like that you picked up on my response to David’s dislike of my Wall question. The lesson there for the interviewer is to have a clear focus on the key issues and to keep steering - in that case rather doggedly ! - towards them.
Like I stated earlier, I have conducted many interviews myself, and you'd be surprised (or not!) at the things someone will disclose if given the chance.
The last round of interviews I conducted concerned the sale, and eventual closing of one of the last industrial steel manufacturing plants in the country. One of the interviewees actually burst into tears about how he'd placed his job over his family for decades, and what a terrible husband/father he was.
I never expected that. I don't think HE did, either. It's almost like you become a therapist sometimes! @@JOHNEDGINTONDOCUMENTARIES
Wonderful interview, this one is special, David has much love for Syd ❤
I'm very happy to have this interview with David I've met him in Mexico City while he was running in te Panamerican Rally ..I have a photo with Mr Roark (copilot) and Mr. Cardenet (runner) and me . I am proud of having this treasure for me, he was very kind with me. Two years later came to Mexico city for the first time with the Pink Floyd and I was there, The Pulse Concert at the 'Foro Sol" beatiiful concert marvelous , fantastic , etc etc a dream come true...Long live Mr. Gilmour. I'm Ramon Bravo Peña in Cancun Q.Roo Mexico.
Mistake: is Steve O'Rurke in the photo. Pardon me.
John, I'm a massive Pink Floyd and Genesis fan and I've really enjoyed your unedited interviews with the various band members. I want to thank you for uploading them, especially when you have to deal with a thousand completely stupid comments about the video quality, the ads, or deranged rants about how member X was the true genius of band Y and after member X left Band Y was never the same etc.
Hi Zach. Thanks ! Your absolutely correct about the absurdity of some comments but I’m happy to say that the many positive ones far outweigh the negatives!
Thanks for posting the interview! Much appreciated!
My pleasure!
Listening to David talk, is only second to listening to David sing.
The accent, of course, is part of it. But, the intellect and ability to articulate his thoughts is the essence of communication. And of course, his voice is just so… comfortable.
David is such a nice guy.
He doesn’t come off like he was in one of the greatest bands to ever exist.
You are quite right on both counts! PF has been my fav band for most of my life now. Saw Dark side of the Moon in Oakland, CA and THE WALL at UCLA Campus! UNBELIEVABLE!!! ❤
@@SicKno-i5r Yeah I do see what you mean, been watching more of those twos interviews. I honestly find Rick and Nick to be the most gracious members, I feel sorry for the fact that they had to deal with those two.
They also have the best stories too.
Gilmour is a class act. He"s obviously a very smart and talented musician, yet comes across as a very humble and grounded bloke...more so than Waters in my opinion. His guitar solos are next level.
This is the most incredible interview I've ever seen. If you want to know about Pink Floyd, watch this! There's a reason that Syd Barrett was always considered the backbone of the band. I'm pretty sure David Gilmour had more talent than Syd did, yet he talks about how great Syd was. He's an amazing human being...
Thanks so much for expressing such appreciation! It means a lot to me
Thanks for this excellent interview. Despite its length it was never boring. You seemed to have good chemistry with David.
My pleasure. Glad you appreciated it
0:15... His cat participating the interview 😻...
What a modest, grounded seeming person. Playing so impressively his guitar, composing, producing wonderful music, texting gorgeous art, singing in front of cheering crowds. Sitting there answering calm and in an unspectular way, you'd get the impression, he could've came over for a chilling evening in a familiar surrounding.
May his attitude let him stay healthy and wellbeing for a good time.
Could listen for hours and days when David is talking 🤘
I love David's demeanor and the way he talks. So chill and honest. Thank you for this great interview!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Thank you so much for posting the full interview. I've had the DVD of 'The Pink Floyd and Syd Barrett Story' since it came out, and the longer interviews on the extras of that are fascinating, so this is even more fascinating. You've done a service to music history, John.
Thanks so much Matt!
Thank you so much for these. The music of the Pink Floyd was a refuge for me.
My pleasure
I can listen to him all day what a wonderful voice
And imagine going to one of those 5 gigs with both David and Sid together, wonderful
David Gilmour is a guy with a lot of money but doesn't act like a guy with a lot of money. Way too humble when looking at what he's achieved. That's real class.
These interviews are fantastic John. I always come back to them.
Thanks so much Alex. It really makes me very happy to get reactions like yours!
Back in O.C. Calif when I was 30 my wife heard a commercial on the radio about a David Gilmour show coming up. Knowing I am a Floyd fan she called the radio station (KMET - LA, “The Mighty Met”) to get information on the concert, The DJ on live radio Cynthia Fox…. said...."Congratulations, YOU are caller number 10, YOU just won tickets to the show and the Sound Check Party before the show"...
I met David Gilmour back stage. He gave us both a signed album that I have in my music room. We talked for 22 minutes. I called him…“The Master Of The Stratocaster” He smiled. I told him his music will stand the test of time with anything from Beethoven or Mozart. He smiled even bigger. I asked if I could shake both his hands that make such great guitar solos, he smiled bigger and said “Sure” and shook both hands at the same time, making a cross between us, I smiled HUGE. Hard to explain how awesome that moment was in my life. I asked him to describe his technique of playing guitar, he replied… “I strike a note, bend it, shake it and then release it”…. Yes, he does that quite well, better than any other guitarist I know. . I told him in my eyes he’s a “Legend“. He thanked me and said “Enjoy the show”…. during the concert after the song “Money” he looked right at me and said…. “On saxophone, another Legend, Mr. Raphael Ravenscroft” … acknowledging my comment to him. It is my favorite moment in over 300 shows I’ve seen.
Cool story!
I'm jealous... ❤
Awesome
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Stop lying to these people
Those of us who love Syd’s solo work, owe David Gilmour a great debt, because we wouldn’t have those two solo albums without him.
Interesting to hear about the similarities and slight differences between Madcap and Barrett
I loved this interview SOOO much!!! Thank you for sharing, mister! PF and SB must be fairly documented for rock history because they earned it and they deserve it as a band.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Unlike any other guitarist, David’s playing seems to carry the same emotions as any lyric, pure genius!
Dave Gilmour,regardless of his age,still has a youthful quality about him.Still creative,still energetic,still sharp.Totally admirable.
Without Gilmour's less experimental inclinations, PF would never have been that big.
I have thought that when people do what it is they love to do especially when they're getting paid for it they don't age in the same way or maybe as fast as those not in that position.
I've watched this interview 4 times now. There's something soothing about listening to David talk about Syd
Nice interview man, manners, simple, informative, educational, and the interviewer doesn't interrupt him at all. good job!
Thanks so much !
What a gentle Soul. Thank you for uploading, Sir. 💜
John, these interviews are pure gold. I watched all of the Genesis ones, and now this... Amazing!
Thanks so much!
The best interviews are often those where the interviewer and interviewee have a rapport and respect for each other. That's what makes this so watchable. It's a must-see for any historian Interested in the early days of Pink Floyd
That’s very much appreciated. Thank you !
I love when Dave plays wish you were here, that he looks away to not have the interviewer throw off his groove.
How tasteful his finger picked rendition is.. very soulful and heartfelt.
After all those questions you’d rather not answer, but decide to anyways, and show your quiet vulnerability.
Especially when he looks the interviewer in the eye at the end of the pattern of wish you were here. The interviewer misssed the fact that Dave opened himself up to him, and he missed it. That’s a very vulnerable place to put yourself in the context of getting to know someone and opening your heart up for those to see. If the interviewer didn’t see that I sure as hell did.
Thank you for that Dave.
That was beautiful!
Makes sense. I went back to that part of the video and watched his finger picking of Wish you were here. David Gilmour is really something!
Regardless of some of the previous negative comments, I really enjoyed this interview. I think it's a fascinating insight into the personality and genius of Syd from the perspective of someone who obviously admired him and the guilt he felt for replacing him. It made me revisit Syd's albums which I hadn't heard for years. Always been a huge fan of Pink Floyd and I wish there was more appreciation of how lucky we are to be able to access material like this. I know I am biased as Gilmour was a huge influence for me when I was starting out, but to get such an in depth and honest reflection from someone who's music has touched millions, is something we shouldn't take for granted. In short, huge thanks for making and sharing this material.
Great to read your insights. Thanks so much for posting this!
Fantastic interview and thank you so much for posting John. I love David's expressions and emotions, he was quite the gentleman and was very patient. Wonderful feel through the whole interview. Superb job.
Thanks Craig. Much appreciated !
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As a massive Syd fan, thanks for making these interviews available, I've been going through them since I first saw one at some point in the Summer last year, and it's been such a joy to have all of this great material available. Thanks again.
Thank you for your appreciation. Great to read such feedback!
34:05 (David's 15+ second deep thought moment) I enjoyed very much this interview. Thank you for sharing it.
My pleasure!
My goodness. The way Gilmour just casually plays something incredible. He is such a master of instilling feeling into every note. Like he spins gold and then to cast it aside to memory.😳
Another great interview! Thoughtful, invoking questions asked respectfully and professionally!
Thank you!
My pleasure! Thanks for your appreciation.
Really huge thanks for this interview. Syd is a true artist in every sense, creative genius...
Thank you so much for uploading all the interviews 💙
My pleasure!
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Thanks for putting this up. I’m quite surprised by some of the nasty comments but heartened by the positive ones. IMO, Individually they’re all good, as a band they produced magic.
Well said!
David's way of puuting the whole Syd's situation is just so subtle and honest at the same time. Hands down for him 🙌 ❤
Not too long ago someone posted a video of Syd’s paintings, there were a lot and really beautiful. Glad he was able to express himself in other ways after he left the Floyd and find some semblance of peace
Such a great interview. Thanks for sharing 👍😎
My pleasure!
I've been watching this interviews since you posted them, they're amazing, and i love how honest and open they are. You're really easy to talk and hear. You're amazing man, thanks for doing this
Wow, thank you!
well said, I agree with your shared words ... opening up history to keep and show these memories, friends, and family ... Amazing so personable, Brovo
I've always felt that David Gilmour was underrated as a genius guitarist. Growing up id always see the best guitarist lists, and Ive never seen him listed, but when i listen to comfortably numb, Time, the guitar work in Dogs and so many others, , id put him up with anyone. Just my opinion
In what imaginary world is he supposed to be that derogatory word ???
Wonderfully paced and inciteful, as soon as David picked up the guitar my heart did a little flutter and did not disappoint, those few seconds of playing just evidences what David says, there is that emotional pull to those sounds, whether it be a personal or purely on a musical level, its there. Wonderful stuff
Thank you for your very appreciative comments!!
Well done interview. David Gilmore is certainly a rock star but he has matured into a reflective, intellectual English Gentleman. Notice how his answers are honest but he is quick to inform you that his view is the way he saw things or that his memory is incomplete. As for Syd he doesn't diagnose him being smart enough to know that's not for him to do. Just that he noticed something strange before anyone else. The interview is about Sid. Gilmore does not change the subject to himself, like so many rock stars would do. Gilmore is incredibly respectful to his friend. He is more than one of the greatest quitar players ever. He is an intellectual.
Pink Floyd was a "revolution " for me back in High School, in the early 80's. It became even more so as I del ved into their early work. Obviously, there would have been no Pink Floyd without Syd Barrett. No other band , in my opinion, has done or sounded like them. They melded music, lyrics and visuals like no other, for me anyway. Great Interview!
Did you mean Pink Floyd was a “revelation”?
This is one of the best interviews I've ever watched. I love how much space you leave for him to answer questions and talk. Thank you for posting this!
You’re very welcome and thank you for appreciating that leaving space and time, for David to say whatever comes to him , is the key to unlocking a deeper conversation.
The only thing i can truly say without doubt is Dave Gilmour is my HERO, as a musician with a guitar you are amazing
A man of immense talent to many, who with the benefit of age and experience downplays it all to just simply happenings. 🙏🏻
One of the main reasons I picked up music 15 years ago, love david and all the Pink Floyd guys. I'm seeing Nick Mason and his band next month 👍👌
Really enjoyed this interview, I’ve only recently pulled my turntable out of storage after 20 years, l feel the need, now to find wish you was here which is in a box of vinyl somewhere, and get it spinning. David Gilmore is a great guitarist, absolutely love watching and listening to him play.
I love how Gilmour being so patient answering all the questions. His honesty about sid and also with such respect and awe. Two greats that Kept pink floyed going and flourishing ✨️
Those memories he shares of Syd from before pink floyd during their hitchhike days in France, wonderful stuff.
Been into Pink Floyd since The Wall but have never listened to a David Gilmour interview. ( there seems to be alot of Roger Waters ) Gained a lot of respect for Mr Gilmour a gentleman, seems down to earth and “real”.
This is an amazing discussion and interview. Very insightful and honest.
All of these interviews are amazing. Thank you so much for sharing. I became really fascinated by Barrett's music back when I was around 19-20 years old in 2014 or 2015. Back then I recall there not being that much information available online about him at all. Lately I've been returning to his albums and the early Floyd stuff, and my interest in him has been rekindled. It's been a joy going through these interviews now, since I discovered your channel a few days ago. I am yet to see your documentary but I hope to purchase it in the next week or two.
It’s great to get your appreciation of my interviews ! Welcome too as a newcomer to the channel. If you’re looking for more Pink Floyd and Syd related interviews do check out the playlists - as an easy guide to them. Eg the Pink Floyd playlist is here PINK FLOYD UNFILTERED
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Hey John! Reading these comments i felt like i needed to comment myself. I think you did a great job with the interview and i really appreciate the questions and you posting it here. Thank you!
Hey there ! Thanks so much for your support ! Much appreciated!
Wonderful interview. It almost sounds like David is interviewing himself, bc to me the interviewer and David sounds so much alike.
Thanks 😊
@@JOHNEDGINTONDOCUMENTARIES love all the interviews you did with these guys. Especially with Rick.
Very interesting interview. I also always loved the Syd Barrett solo stuff much more than his stuff he did with Pink Floyd. It's seriously underrated music.
You should take down the other video with the bad audio and picture. I stumbled across this better version before watching the other one.
This interview is superb. So long, so patient. I've watched some of your Genesis ones as well, and in those, you also capture a certain depth that is rare in an interview. Please post anything else you might have. Any from the band Yes?
Gilmour is so articulate, intelligent, and reflective. He is willing to talk about anything... until you hit The Wall.....then he shuts down. That period is clearly so painful for him.
I love that he keeps the Comfortably Numb guitar permanently tuned for that song. He is as big a fan as we are, and he feels the emotion of the best Floyd songs the same way the audience does.
Let's hope Dave can mount one more tour for us. His shows have so much emotion and heart. And this interview shows why.
Thanks Scott for your very appreciative comments! I have thought about your suggestion to take down the other video and I will be doing that in the next day or two.; Just posted this info on it so people watching it now hopefully switch to this better quailty one.
I HAVE JUST UPLOADED A BETTER QUALITY SOUND/PICTURE VERSION OF THIS INTERVIEW HERE
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@@JOHNEDGINTONDOCUMENTARIES Leave it up as is. 👍 Authenticity is everything.
Such a wonderful, lyrical player. The notes you need. Same thing in his interviews. Great document, thanks!
Thanks for your appreciation! !
I had seen part of this interview with dave but now that I see it complete, it is very interesting to know some important facts that I did not know about the beginnings of David and syd with pink Floyd.Which I appreciate for sharing, thanks
Wonderful interview. Dave is such an inspiration to my life as a musician
David's lucid mental state obviously extends into his style of guitar playing - nothing but praise for this man...
A guitar god. An English gentleman. And one righteous dude. Who has such gravitas and such a serene calming voice of patience and wisdom. We Love Dave Gilmour the human being . Rock Legend
I‘m a big fan of Pink Floyd since 30 years. Thanks for this video to you and David. Fantastic 👍
Glad you enjoyed it
Thank you for a fascinating and delightful interview!❤❤
Glad you enjoyed it!
It's the 2nd time I've watched this interview and I really admire Gilmour, he looks unnecessarily guilty at times. He didn't do anything wrong by "replacing" Syd, things just happened and the best stuff, in my mind, wouldn't have happened without Gilmour.
He did wrong by making David Gilmour's solo career Pink Floyd. On the Syd Barrett front , Roger Barrett received 1.6 million pounds primarily from David's efforts .
@@willallen7757 Yes I agree, I'm not really a fan of anything they did after Roger left. In my opinion, their creative peak was 'Meddle' to 'Wish You Were Here'. I like a lot of PF stuff either side of that period but for me, that's when the musical/lyrical balance was right. Just my opinion, I don't expect everyone to share it.
He shouldn't but it's only natural. He replaced his friend because he lost his mind. Who wouldn't feel guilty, uncomfortable, etc?
very relaxing and chill interview. I loved it.
Glad you enjoyed it!
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Very courteous of the genius that is David Gilmour to share his memories. Gratitude
Thankyou so much for sharing the full interview from that time. I wish there are so detailled interviews about the still living members of Pink Floyd and their solo work.