PINK FLOYD - FINAL CUT FRANCE gatefold 12" VINYL LP ALBUM

Pink Floyd Collector's Info: 

This is the French release of "Final Cut" the 1983 studio album released by the English rock band Pink Floyd. The album is essentially a Roger Waters solo project, with the other members of the band playing supporting roles. The album is known for its highly political themes, dealing with topics such as war, Thatcherism, and the loss of Waters' father during World War II.

As mentioned, "Final Cut" is highly political, with Waters using the album as a platform to express his dissatisfaction with British politics and society. Many of the songs deal with the aftermath of war and the impact it has on individuals and society as a whole. "The Gunner's Dream" is a poignant tribute to the fallen soldiers of war, while "The Fletcher Memorial Home" is a criticism of political leaders who send others to war while staying safe themselves. "Not Now John" is a scathing attack on Margaret Thatcher and her policies, and "Two Suns in the Sunset" is a meditation on the potential for nuclear apocalypse.

Musically, "Final Cut" is similar to Pink Floyd's previous albums, with its use of synthesizers and David Gilmour's guitar work. However, the album is more subdued than their earlier work, with fewer extended instrumental passages and a greater emphasis on the lyrics. The album's production is also notably different, with Waters taking a more hands-on role and producing a more polished sound than on previous Pink Floyd albums.

"Final Cut" received mixed reviews upon its release, with some critics praising the album's political themes and others criticizing it for being too bleak and lacking in variety. The album was also not as commercially successful as Pink Floyd's previous albums, with some fans finding it too different from the band's earlier work. Despite this, "Final Cut" has developed a cult following over the years, with many fans appreciating its unique sound and political commentary. 

Production notes on the record's label are printed in French

Gatefold (FOC) cover design. Lyrics of all the songs performed by Pink Floyd are printed on the inside of the cover

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Band Members and Musicians on: Pink Floyd Final Cut France

Pink Floyd Band/Musicians
• Roger Waters

    Roger Waters George Roger Waters (born 6 September 1943) an English songwriter, singer, bassist, and composer. He is best known as a founding member of the rock band Pink Floyd. He was the primary lyricist and conceptual leader of the band and wrote many of the group's most popular songs, including "The Wall," "Wish You Were Here," "Another Brick in the Wall," and "Money." Waters also sang lead vocals on many of Pink Floyd's songs and was the band's bassist and co-lead vocalist. He left the band in 1985, but continues to be active as a solo artist and has released several successful solo albums. Read more on Roger Waters

• David Gilmour - Guitar, Vocals

    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.

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• Nick Mason

    Nick Mason is an English drummer and one of the founding members of the rock band Pink Floyd. He was born on 27 January 1944, in Birmingham, England. Mason began playing drums at an early age and was a member of several bands before forming Pink Floyd in 1965 with Syd Barrett, Roger Waters, Richard Wright, and himself.

   Mason has been the only constant member of Pink Floyd throughout the band's history and has played on all of their studio albums. He is widely considered to be one of the most innovative and talented drummers in rock music, and his drumming style has been a key element in the band's sound. He also played in the Live performances and concerts and participated in the creation of several of the band's most popular and critically acclaimed albums, including "The Dark Side of the Moon," "Wish You Were Here," "Animals," and "The Wall."

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• Michael Kamen

    Michael Kamen Michael Kamen was an American composer, conductor, and musician who was active in the music industry from the 1970s until his death in 2003. He is best known for his work as a composer of film scores, having contributed to the soundtracks of many popular movies, including the "Die Hard" series, "Lethal Weapon," and "Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves." Kamen was also a skilled arranger and conductor, and worked with a wide range of artists in various genres of music. He collaborated with Roger Waters on several projects, including "The Pros and Cons of Hitchhiking," where he played piano, keyboards, and conducted the National Philharmonic Orchestra.

• Andy Bown

    Andy Bown (Full-name: Andrew Steven Bown ) an English musician, singer, and songwriter who has been active in the music industry since the 1960s. He is known for his work as a keyboardist and rhythm guitarist for the band Status Quo, as well as for his solo work and collaborations with other artists. He has also written songs for other musicians and worked as a producer.

• Ray Cooper

    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.

• Andy Newmark
• Raphael Ravenscroft
• National Philharmonic Orchestra conducted by Michael Kamen

    Michael Kamen Michael Kamen was an American composer, conductor, and musician who was active in the music industry from the 1970s until his death in 2003. He is best known for his work as a composer of film scores, having contributed to the soundtracks of many popular movies, including the "Die Hard" series, "Lethal Weapon," and "Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves." Kamen was also a skilled arranger and conductor, and worked with a wide range of artists in various genres of music. He collaborated with Roger Waters on several projects, including "The Pros and Cons of Hitchhiking," where he played piano, keyboards, and conducted the National Philharmonic Orchestra.

Track Listing of: Pink Floyd Final Cut France

Side One:
1. The post war dream
2. Your Possible Paste
3. One of the Few
4. The Hero's Return
5. The Gunners Dream
6. Paranoid Eyes

Side Two:
1. Get your filthy hands of my desert
2. The Fletcher memorial Home
3. Southampton Dock
4. The Final Cut
5. Not Now John
6. Two Suns in the Sunset