Pink Floyd guitarist and vocalist David Gilmour's second solo album entitled About Face was released in March of 1984 in both the US and UK. The album reached #32 in the US and was certified Gold by the RIAA. The album was co-produced by Bob Ezrin and David Gilmour. All songs, except as noted were penned by Gilmour himself. Two songs were co-written by The Who's Pete Townshend.
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Music Genre: |
Rock, Pop |
Trivia: | Produced by Bob Ezrin and David Gilmour |
Album Production: |
Original custom inner sleeve with album details, lyrics and photos. |
Record Label Information: |
Harvest 1C 064 2400791 |
Vinyl Format: |
12" LP |
Year and Country: |
1984 Made in Germany for distribution in Germany and the Netherlands |
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Band Members and Musicians on: PINK FLOYD'S DAVID GILMOUR ABOUT FACE |
David Gilmour (Full-name: David Jon Gilmour) is an English musician, singer, and songwriter, best known as the guitarist, co-lead vocalist and one of the main songwriters of the rock band Pink Floyd. He was born on March 6, 1946, in Cambridge, England.
Gilmour began playing guitar at a young age and formed his first band, Jokers Wild, in 1962. He later joined the band Bullitt, which also included future Pink Floyd member, Roger Waters. In 1968, he was invited to join Pink Floyd as a replacement for the band's original lead vocalist and guitarist, Syd Barrett, who had become increasingly unreliable due to his use of psychedelic drugs.
Ray Cooper (Full-name: Raymond Cooper) an English percussionist and drummer who has worked with a wide range of artists in various genres of music. He is known for his work with Elton John, having played percussion on many of his albums and tours, as well as for his collaborations with other musicians such as George Harrison, Eric Clapton, and The Rolling Stones. Cooper has also released several solo albums and is known for his unique style of percussion, which often incorporates unconventional instruments and sounds.
Jon Lord was a British composer, keyboard player and best known for his performances with the bands Whitesnake, Deep Purple and many solo albums
Jon Lord (fullname:John Douglas Lord) was born in Leicester, Leicestershire, England, United Kingdom on 09/06/1941. He was the first child of Reginald Charles Lord 18/12/1907 and Miriam Hudson 16/10/1912.
When he was 54 years old, his mother Miriam Hudson died (1995). When he was 55 years old, his father Reginald Charles Lord died (1996).
He married Judith Feldman in 1969. He married Vickie Gibbs in AFT 1975. He was 28 years old when he married Judith Feldman. He was 34 years old when he married Vickie Gibbs. He got divorced from Judith Feldman in 1975. He had one son with Judith Feldman: Sarah Lord. He had one son with Vickie Gibbs: Amy Lord.
Since 1968 he worked as a musician in Shades of Deep Purple, Deep Purple. He was 27 years old at that point. Since 1969 he worked as a musician in Self-Titled ( Mk I ), Deep Purple. He was 28 years old at that point. Since 1970 he worked as a musician in Deep Purple & Royal Philharmonic Orchestra Orig 1970 Conducted By Malcolm Arnold, Deep Purple. He was 29 years old at that point. Since 1970 he worked as a musician in In Rock, Deep Purple. He was 29 years old at that point. Since 1971 he worked as a musician in Machine Head , Deep Purple. He was 30 years old at that point. Since 1971 he worked as a musician in Fireball, Deep Purple. He was 30 years old at that point. Since 1972 he worked as a musician in Made in Japan, Deep Purple. He was 31 years old at that point. Since 1973 he worked as a musician in Who Do We Think We Are , Deep Purple. He was 32 years old at that point. Since 1974 he worked as a musician in Windows Continuo On Bach, Album by Jon Lord. He was 33 years old at that point. Since 1974 he worked as a musician in Stormbringer, Deep Purple. He was 33 years old at that point. Since 1975 he worked as a musician in Sarabande, Album by Jon Lord. He was 34 years old at that point. Since 1975 he worked as a musician in Made in Europe , Deep Purple. He was 34 years old at that point. Since 1975 he worked as a musician in Come Taste The Band, Deep Purple. He was 34 years old at that point. Since 1976 he worked as a musician in DEEP PURPLE III Self-Titled, Deep Purple. He was 35 years old at that point. Since 1977 he worked as a musician in Last Concert in Japan, Deep Purple. He was 36 years old at that point. Since 1978 he worked as a WHITESNAKE - Trouble in Trouble, Whitesnake. He was 37 years old at that point. Since 1980 he worked as a WHITESNAKE - Live in Heart of the City in Live in Heart of the City, Whitesnake. He was 39 years old at that point. Since 1980 he worked as a musician in In Concert Unreleased BBC-Tapes, Deep Purple. He was 39 years old at that point. Since 1981 he worked as a WHITESNAKE - Come An' Get It in Come An' Get It , Whitesnake. He was 40 years old at that point. Since 1982 he worked as a Musician on Before I Forget (Album) in Before I Forget, Album by Jon Lord. He was 41 years old at that point. Since 1984 he worked as a Musician in Perfect Strangers, Deep Purple. He was 43 years old at that point. Since 1987 he worked as a musician in The House of Blue Light, Deep Purple. He was 46 years old at that point. Since 1988 he worked as a musician in Nobody's Perfect, Deep Purple. He was 47 years old at that point. Since 1990 he worked as a musician in Slaves and Masters , Deep Purple. He was 49 years old at that point.
On 16/07/2012, he died in London, England, United Kingdom when he was 71 years old. In 2012, he was buried in Hambleden (St. Mary) New Churchyard, Hambleden, Wycombe District, Buckinghamshire, England.
Track Listing of: PINK FLOYD'S DAVID GILMOUR ABOUT FACE |
David Gilmour's solo career has been a continuation of his innovative and influential work with Pink Floyd. Since the 1980s, Gilmour has released several solo albums, showcasing his unique blend of guitar mastery, soulful vocals, and profound songwriting.
Gilmour's first solo album, self-titled "David Gilmour," was released in 1978, while he was still a member of Pink Floyd. The album was a departure from Pink Floyd's grandiose sound, featuring a more stripped-down and intimate approach to music. The album was well received by both critics and fans, and it contained several standout tracks, including "There's No Way Out of Here" and "So Far Away."
Gilmour's second solo album, "About Face," was released in 1984. The album saw Gilmour exploring new musical territory, incorporating elements of funk, soul, and even reggae into his sound. The album featured a number of guest musicians, including Jeff Porcaro, Pino Palladino, and Steve Winwood, and it included several notable tracks, such as "Blue Light" and "Love on the Air."
Gilmour's third solo album, "On an Island," was released in 2006, and it was his first solo album in over 20 years. The album saw Gilmour returning to his roots, with a sound that was reminiscent of Pink Floyd's early albums. The album was recorded with the help of several of Gilmour's long-time collaborators, including Richard Wright, Phil Manzanera, and David Crosby. The album was a critical and commercial success, and it included several standout tracks, such as the title track, "On an Island," and "Take a Breath."
In 2015, Gilmour released his fourth solo album, "Rattle That Lock." The album featured a mix of styles, including rock, jazz, and blues, and it was recorded with the help of several notable musicians, including Jools Holland, Phil Manzanera, and Robert Wyatt. The album was well received by critics and fans alike, and it included several standout tracks, such as "Today," "A Boat Lies Waiting," and the title track, "Rattle That Lock."
Throughout his solo career, Gilmour has continued to push the boundaries of guitar playing and songwriting, and he has remained a vital and influential figure in the world of rock music. His solo albums have showcased his versatility and creativity, and they have cemented his status as one of the greatest guitarists and songwriters of all time.