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The Sun
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Pink Floyd's 1971 Pompeii gig finally gets vinyl release
PINK Floyd at Pompeii is truly a historic musical document - capturing as it did a band on the cusp of superstardom. Originally filmed in the ruins of Pompeii in 1971, it was released as a concert movie the following year which saw the band take its first step towards global domination with the release of the seminal Dark Side of the Moon album. This gig was unusual simply because it involved the band jamming in the ruins of the Coliseum sans crowd. So there is none of the irritating whoops and over-enthusiastic cheers that colour many a live recording. This is a band spreading its wing, marking its shift from psychedelic upstarts to progressive-rock colossus; this performance highlighting an outfit brimming with ideas and concepts. The early psych workouts such as Set the Controls for the Heart of the Sun and Careful with that Axe, Eugene are perfect accompaniments to the eerily deserted surroundings of the Italian ruins. Interspersed with shots of bubbling volcanic lava and steaming tar pits, the visuals were the perfect accompaniment for the haunting music. After the master tapes to the film were discovered in a vault by a Floyd legacy curator (yes, they employ such staff), plans were put in place to update the motion picture and the touched up version got a theatrical release on April 24 on IMAX screens worldwide. Meanwhile, the audio tracks got an upgrade as well courtesy of a Steve Wilson (of Porcupine Tree fame) mix. It was released on vinyl for the first time on May 2 and given that it has been on Discogs 'Most Wanted' vinyl releases of 2025 list since that date, it has taken some time to arrive on these shores. For Floyd fanatics, the wait would have been worthwhile as this double vinyl set is lovingly presented. From the poster, gatefold sleeve and most importantly, the mastering has been done to a pleasingly exacting standard. This is not a some half-hearted cash grab as everyone knows the surviving members of Floyd are all mega-rich. They had agreed to sell their recorded output, name and likeness to Sony in a deal reportedly worth US$400 million (RM1.6 billion) in October last year. The production is pleasingly crystal clear and full-bodied, especially Nick Mason's drums. Listen to the extended percussion workout on One of These Days and that almost elusive PRAT (pace, rhythm, and timing) that audiophiles hanker after is present and audible. The far-out instrumental jams that were early Floyd staples are present in the form of Echoes and Saucerful of Secrets, the former setting the tone for this album with its famous sonar ping that invites listeners to immerse themselves completely in proceedings. Make no mistake, there will always be a demand for Floyd music hence Sony's eye-watering investment in the brand. This is a worthy addition to the band's canon and it is not just for Floyd aficionados but fans of psych- and prog-rock will have plenty to pique their interest. Vinyl copies are available on back order from Teenage Head Records and are currently retailing at RM220 each. Expect prices to go upwards significantly once the scarcity factor kicks in. It may be pricey but it is well worth the investment, especially if one has a predilection for all things Pink Floyd. Casual fans may want to consider alternative formats such as compact disc or even Blue-Ray, the latter having the additional benefit of having the concert footage as well as interviews and bonus material. But do note this vinyl pressing is quite possibly the best audio edition available. That alone makes it supremely worthwhile.
The Sun
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Pink Floyd's 1971 Pompeii set finally gets vinyl release
PINK Floyd at Pompeii is truly a historic musical document - capturing as it did a band on the cusp of superstardom. Originally filmed in the ruins of Pompeii in 1971, it was released as a concert movie the following year which saw the band take its first step towards global domination with the release of the seminal Dark Side of the Moon album. This gig was unusual simply because it involved the band jamming in the ruins of the Coliseum sans crowd. So there is none of the irritating whoops and over-enthusiastic cheers that colour many a live recording. This is a band spreading its wing, marking its shift from psychedelic upstarts to progressive-rock colossus; this performance highlighting an outfit brimming with ideas and concepts. The early psych workouts such as Set the Controls for the Heart of the Sun and Careful with that Axe, Eugene are perfect accompaniments to the eerily deserted surroundings of the Italian ruins. Interspersed with shots of bubbling volcanic lava and steaming tar pits, the visuals were the perfect accompaniment for the haunting music. After the master tapes to the film were discovered in a vault by a Floyd legacy curator (yes, they employ such staff), plans were put in place to update the motion picture and the touched up version got a theatrical release on April 24 on IMAX screens worldwide. Meanwhile, the audio tracks got an upgrade as well courtesy of a Steve Wilson (of Porcupine Tree fame) mix. It was released on vinyl for the first time on May 2 and given that it has been on Discogs 'Most Wanted' vinyl releases of 2025 list since that date, it has taken some time to arrive on these shores. For Floyd fanatics, the wait would have been worthwhile as this double vinyl set is lovingly presented. From the poster, gatefold sleeve and most importantly, the mastering has been done to a pleasingly exacting standard. This is not a some half-hearted cash grab as everyone knows the surviving members of Floyd are all mega-rich. They had agreed to sell their recorded output, name and likeness to Sony in a deal reportedly worth US$400 million (RM1.6 billion) in October last year. The production is pleasingly crystal clear and full-bodied, especially Nick Mason's drums. Listen to the extended percussion workout on One of These Days and that almost elusive PRAT (pace, rhythm, and timing) that audiophiles hanker after is present and audible. The far-out instrumental jams that were early Floyd staples are present in the form of Echoes and Saucerful of Secrets, the former setting the tone for this album with its famous sonar ping that invites listeners to immerse themselves completely in proceedings. Make no mistake, there will always be a demand for Floyd music hence Sony's eye-watering investment in the brand. This is a worthy addition to the band's canon and it is not just for Floyd aficionados but fans of psych- and prog-rock will have plenty to pique their interest. Vinyl copies are available on back order from Teenage Head Records and are currently retailing at RM220 each. Expect prices to go upwards significantly once the scarcity factor kicks in. It may be pricey but it is well worth the investment, especially if one has a predilection for all things Pink Floyd. Casual fans may want to consider alternative formats such as compact disc or even Blue-Ray, the latter having the additional benefit of having the concert footage as well as interviews and bonus material. But do note this vinyl pressing is quite possibly the best audio edition available. That alone makes it supremely worthwhile.
Hamilton Spectator
27-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Hamilton Spectator
Who's playing at Fallsview Casino Resort in Niagara Falls in July?
Niagara Fallsview Casino Resort has a month of music, musicals and comedy coming up. Here's who's on tap to play at OLG Stage at Fallsview Casino and Avalon Theatre during July. Pink Floyd Niagara has performed the music of Pink Floyd to thousands of fans since 2007. This performance will feature the music of 'Dark Side of the Moon,' 'Wish You Were Here,' 'The Division Bell,' 'A Momentary Lapse of Reason,' 'The Wall' and more. Grammy Award-nominated American country singer-songwriter Lee Brice recently hit No. 1 on country radio charts with his single 'Memory I Don't Mess With,' following three recent No. 1s. Fourteen-time Juno Award-nominated singer-songwriter Charlotte Cardin cleaned up at the 2022 Junos when the pop musician picked up four awards. Terry Fator, an 'America's Got Talent' winner, entertains with a show that combines ventriloquism, singing, comedy and celebrity impressions. This musical about four women at Bloomingdale's who have little in common and lots to share is staged with classic hits from the '60s to the '80s. The Gin Blossoms rock band blossomed in the late '80s and hasn't stopped since, selling more than 10 million records over the years. Jerry Seinfeld is a writer, director, producer, actor and comedian best known for his hit NBC sitcom 'Seinfeld,' which TV Guide in 2009 named the greatest television show of all time. Country music chart-topper Jake Owen, who has had 10 No. 1 singles, will perform with special guest Uncle Kracker, who performs a fusion of rock, country and rap. American country music singer-songwriter Randy Houser has released multiple No. 1 hits and his music has been streamed more than a billion times. See the full schedule and buy your tickets on the Niagara Fallsview Casino Resort website .
Spectator
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Spectator
The pretentiousness of the pop critics
Pop music criticism, said Frank Zappa, was the work of people who can't write, about people who can't talk, for people who can't read. Half a century later and he's still right. Although pop is essentially a juvenile art form – its clearest strength and most obvious weakness – that doesn't stop reviewers pumping up performers as though Johann Sebastian Bach had decided to form an all-star band with Beethoven and Brahms. The Three Bs! Sign 'em up! The current pop reviewers for the Times and the Telegraph, Will Hodgkinson and Neil McCormick, clearly think they bear witness to giants. Like Pinky and Perky, these mature teenagers can trill 'we belong together', batting balls over the net in a contest of perfumed superlatives. Should Hodgkinson open with a 'sublime', his oppo will almost certainly return serve with an 'achingly beautiful'. 'Perfectly formed'. 'Apocalyptic opus'. 'Emotional depth'. 'Kaleidoscopic riches'. It can be difficult for readers to swivel their heads swiftly enough to follow these rallies. Pity the poor umpire, longing for a change of ends – and a restorative glass of Robinson's Barley Water. In recent years, the tousle-haired Hodgkinson has delivered his share of forehand smashes. He's fond of 'art music', which less credulous listeners call 'pretentious drivel', but it never hurts to take the folk they write about at their own estimation. McCormick can certainly smack 'em back from the baseline. Selecting 25 'albums that rocked the world' – those long-players which 'shaped the soundtrack of our times' – he came up with some scorching winners. 'New template… transformative power… cynical political epic… profoundly sincere… creative synergy… towering, symphonic wonder… new vistas of self-expression'. As weary copy-takers used to ask journalists in the good old days: 'Much more of this?' Plenty. McCormick can keep it up for five sets – without a banana. Nevermind by Nirvana, he said, 'recalibrated a genre that had become fatuous and overblown'. How they love their genres – and oh, the recalibration! Dark Side of the Moon, meanwhile, Pink Floyd's multi-million copy seller, offers 'perhaps the most epic conclusion to any album in rock history'. What, pray, is that history? Sixty years, tops. Pop became rock in the summer of 1966, when Eric Clapton, Jack Bruce and Ginger Baker formed Cream, Jeff Beck left the Yardbirds, and Chas Chandler persuaded Jimi Hendrix to leave New York for London. Beck, Clapton and Hendrix changed the sound of the electric guitar – and what has followed is essentially a footnote. There is a paradox here. Although pop writers care little for longer-established forms, like opera and orchestral music – which are deemed to be snooty – they love to coat the music they like with a patina of significance, if only to convince themselves they are not wasting their time. Hence those empty words. The list of 'essentials' is bog-standard: Michael Jackson, Fleetwood Mac, U2 McCormick's attachment to jargon is truly impressive, so it was no surprise to see 'template' appearing once more in his choice of the No. 1 album, Abbey Road. There was also a 'sublime summation' – the sort of alliterative guff Leonard Sachs gave punters as he banged his gavel on The Good Old Days. Abbey Road at No. 1, and Rubber Soul nowhere! What kind of judge is that? If a critic can't get the Beatles lined up properly, he ought to find a kitchen that needs a pot washer. Nor did McCormick find room for Pet Sounds by the Beach Boys – though there was space for the ghastly Bitches Brew by Miles Davis, which is not a pop record at all. As for Joni Mitchell, the Alpha and Omega of Californian self-absorption, she is 'lyrically… on a plane where Bob Dylan and Leonard Cohen are her only serious rivals'. Clearly this chronicler of popular music has never heard of Lorenz Hart, Cole Porter, Ira Gershwin, Johnny Mercer, Dorothy Fields, Johnny Burke, Frank Loesser, Stephen Sondheim and Hal David. Paul Simon should also be there. To borrow from the late football writer Brian Glanville: 'Mitchell, me no Mitchell. Simon towers above her in sheer class.' The list of 'essentials' is bog-standard: Michael Jackson, Fleetwood Mac, U2. There is (gulp) no Pet Sounds or Music from Big Pink – and Revolver limps in at No. 11. Even the dogs in the street know that was the best record the Fab Four made. You may not be surprised to learn, however, that Revolver established yet another 'template'. So it's game, set and match to Master McCormick. The centre court rises.
Yahoo
07-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Legendary '70s Band Stuns Fans With Surprise Announcement
Legendary '70s Band Stuns Fans With Surprise Announcement originally appeared on Parade. As not only one of the most successful bands of the '70s, but also one of the most influential,. Pink Floyd has cemented their name in the music record books as one of the greats. They have created some of the most iconic sounds in all of music, constantly charting in greatest albums lists with projects like "Dark Side of the Moon," and "The Wall." In my personal opinion, their run of albums from 1973-1979 is one of the greatest runs of consistency from any band ever. All of those albums could be their best. One of the key members of Pink Floyd was Roger Waters, who served as Pink Floyd's lead songwriter and bassist before his departure from the band in the '80s. His separation and disagreements with the band have been very clear, which is what makes the band's recent announcement quite the surprise. The concert film will be in theaters June 23rd-27th. It's quite the surprise to see Waters endorsed on the account when you factor in his public disagreements with the rest of the surviving members, specifically guitarist David Gilmour. Fans reacted to this news in the comments. "This looks like an incredible experience for fans! Can't wait to see it in theaters.""Please do a reunion :( . Just for the world. The world needs Pink Floyd more than ever now." "David forgot to change the password again." Regardless of who is performing it, Pink Floyd's music is still phenomenal, and it's always a treat to see one of the original members performing it. 🎬SIGN UP for Parade's Daily newsletter to get the latest pop culture news & celebrity interviews delivered right to your inbox🎬 Legendary '70s Band Stuns Fans With Surprise Announcement first appeared on Parade on Jun 5, 2025 This story was originally reported by Parade on Jun 5, 2025, where it first appeared.
