Pink Floyd - The Wall 2LP 12" VINYL Album

- Italian Release Gatefold Cover

Pink Floyd's 1979 double LP "The Wall," released in Italy under Harvest, epitomizes English progressive rock's zenith. Produced by Gilmour, Ezrin, and Waters, the gatefold cover enhances its visual appeal. A cultural timestamp, the album's complex narrative explores isolation and war, leaving an indelible mark on the genre. Its enduring global resonance attests to its timeless significance in the musical landscape.

 

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"The Wall" Album Description:

Pink Floyd's "The Wall" is a seminal double LP album that holds a significant place in the annals of English progressive rock music. Released as a gatefold cover edition in Italy under the Harvest label with the catalog number 3C 164.63410, this masterpiece is a testament to the band's artistic prowess and the collaborative efforts of its members.

The year 1979 marks a crucial period in the music industry, with various genres undergoing significant transformations. "The Wall" not only encapsulates the essence of English progressive rock but also reflects the zeitgeist of its time. The album stands as a poignant commentary on the socio-political landscape and the personal struggles faced by its creators.

TProduced by the formidable trio of David Gilmour, Bob Ezrin, and Roger Waters, the album showcases a meticulous blend of musical innovation and lyrical depth. The production quality, even by contemporary standards, remains exceptional, contributing to the album's enduring appeal.

TThe gatefold cover, a distinctive feature of this Italian release, adds a tactile and visual dimension to the listening experience. The album cover, like the music within, becomes a canvas for artistic expression, symbolizing the interconnected themes explored throughout the narrative.

TAs an Italian release under the Harvest label, the album's international reach is highlighted. It speaks to the globalization of music during that era, where iconic bands like Pink Floyd transcended borders, resonating with audiences worldwide.

T"The Wall" is not merely an assemblage of tracks; it is a conceptual work that tells a cohesive story. The double LP format provides the canvas for the band to paint a sonic mural, delving into themes of isolation, war, and the metaphorical walls we build around ourselves. Each track contributes to the overarching narrative, creating a musical journey that demands attentive listening.

T In the context of 1979, the album's release is a cultural timestamp, capturing the ethos of a transformative period. English progressive rock, with its fusion of classical influences, complex compositions, and philosophical lyricism, was at its zenith. Pink Floyd, with "The Wall," solidified their position as pioneers of the genre, leaving an indelible mark on the musical landscape.

Music Genre:

English Progressive Rock Music
Album Production information: Produced by David Gilmour, Bob Ezrin, Roger Waters
Bob Ezrin is a renowned Canadian music producer known for shaping landmark albums by Pink Floyd, Alice Cooper, Kiss, and Lou Reed. His theatrical style, orchestral flair, and conceptual vision transformed rock production in the 1970s and beyond. Read full biography.

Record Label & Catalognr:

Harvest 3C 164.63410
Album Packaging: 

Gatefold/FOC (Fold Open Cover) Album Cover Design.

This album includes the original thick paper custom inner sleeves with album details, complete lyrics of all songs by and photos. 

Media Format:

12" Full-Length Vinyl Double LP  Gramophone Record
Album weight: 480 gram  

Year and Country:

1979 Made in Italy
Band Members and Musicians on: Pink Floyd The Wall 2LP FOC
    Pink Floyd Band/Musicians
  • Roger Waters
  • Roger Waters – Bass, vocals, songwriter

    Roger Waters is the guy I blame (politely) when a Pink Floyd song stops being “spacey vibes” and starts staring straight through you with lyrics that feel like a courtroom cross-examination.

    Roger Waters is, to my ears, Pink Floyd’s razor-edged storyteller: bassist, singer, and the main lyric engine who pushed the band from psychedelic drift into big, human-scale themes. His key band period is Pink Floyd (1965–1985), where he became the dominant writer through the 1970s and early 1980s, before leaving and launching a long solo career (1984–present). After years of public tension, he briefly reunited with Pink Floyd for a one-off performance at Live 8 in London on 2 July 2005—basically the musical equivalent of spotting a comet: rare, bright, and gone again. Since the late 1990s he’s toured extensively under his own name, staging huge concept-driven shows that revisit Floyd classics like "The Dark Side of the Moon" (notably on the 2006–2008 tour) and "The Wall" (2010–2013), because apparently subtlety is not the point when you’ve got something to say.

  • David Gilmour
  • David Gilmour – Guitar, vocals

    David Gilmour is the voice-and-fingers combo I hear whenever Pink Floyd turns from “spacey” into straight-up cinematic: he joined in 1967 and basically helped define what “guitar tone with emotions” even means.

    David Gilmour is, for me, the calm center of Pink Floyd’s storm: an English guitarist, singer, and songwriter whose playing can feel gentle and devastating in the same bar. His earliest band period worth name-dropping is Jokers Wild (1964–1967), before he stepped into Pink Floyd in 1967 as Syd Barrett’s situation unraveled. From there his main performing era is Pink Floyd (1967–1995), including the post-Roger Waters years where the band continued under his leadership and released "A Momentary Lapse of Reason" (1987) and "The Division Bell" (1994), with a later studio coda in "The Endless River" (2014). Outside Floyd, he’s had a long solo run (1978–present) with albums ranging from "David Gilmour" (1978) to "Luck and Strange" (2024), and he even did a sharp side-quest in 1985 with Pete Townshend’s short-lived supergroup Deep End. And for one historic night, the classic lineup reunited at Live 8 in Hyde Park, London on 2 July 2005—one of those “you had to be there (or at least press play)” moments.

  • Nick Mason
  • Nick Mason – Drums, percussion

    Nick Mason is the steady heartbeat I always come back to in Pink Floyd: the only constant member since the band formed in 1965, quietly holding the whole weird universe together while the rest of the planet argues about everything else.

    Nick Mason is Pink Floyd’s drummer, co-founder, and the one guy who never clocked out: his main performing period with Pink Floyd runs from 1965 to the present, and he’s the only member to appear across every Pink Floyd album. Outside the mothership, he’s had a very “I’m not done yet” second act: in 2018 he formed Nick Mason’s Saucerful of Secrets (2018–present) to bring the band’s early psychedelic years back to the stage. He’s also stepped out under his own name with projects like the solo album "Nick Mason’s Fictitious Sports" (released 1981), which is basically him taking a left turn into jazz-rock just to prove he can. And yes, he was part of that blink-and-you-miss-it full-band moment at Live 8 in London in 2005, when the classic lineup briefly reunited and reminded everyone why this band still haunts people.

  • Richard Wright
  • Richard Wright – Keyboards, vocals

    Richard Wright is the secret atmosphere machine in Pink Floyd: the guy who can make one chord feel like a whole weather system, and then casually add a vocal harmony that makes it hit even harder.

    Richard Wright (born Richard William Wright) is, for me, the understated genius of Pink Floyd: co-founder, keyboardist, and occasional lead vocalist whose textures are basically baked into the band’s DNA. His main performing period with Pink Floyd runs from 1965 to 1981 (including the early albums through the massive arena years), then he returned as a full member again from 1987 to 1994 for the later era tours and albums. In between those chapters, he didn’t just vanish into a fog machine: he released a solo album, "Wet Dream" (1978), and later "Broken China" (1996), and he also had a proper side-project moment with Zee (1983–1984), which produced the album "Identity" (1984). He passed away in 2008, but his playing still feels like the part of Pink Floyd that makes the air shimmer.

Complete Track Listing of: Pink Floyd The Wall 2LP FOC
    Tracklisting of The Wall
  1. In The Flesh?
  2. The Thin Ice
  3. Another Brick in the Wall (Part 1)
  4. The Happiest Days of our Lives
  5. Another Brick in the Wall (Part 2)
  6. Mother
  7. Goodbye Blue Sky
  8. Empty Spaces
  9. Young Lust
  10. One of My Turns
  11. Don't Leave Me Now
  12. Another Brick in the Wall (Part 3)
  13. Goodbye Cruel World
  14. Hey You
  15. Is There Anybody Out There?
  16. Nobody Home
  17. Vera
  18. Bring the Boys Back Home
  19. Comfortably Numb
  20. The Show Must Go On
  21. In The Flesh
  22. Run Like Hell
  23. Waiting for the Worms
  24. Stop
  25. The Trial
  26. Outside the Wall
Photo of Pink Floyd Album's Front Cover 
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Index of PINK FLOYD - The Wall Vinyl Album Information and Album Cover Gallery

PINK FLOYD - The Wall (France 7" Single)
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"Pink Floyd's iconic album 'The Wall' is encapsulated in the 7" Picture Sleeve Vinyl Single French Release. Released during a transformative period, this musical masterpiece reflects societal and political issues of its time. The vinyl's artistic presentation and sound innovation contribute to its timeless impact, marking a significant cultural and musical milestone within the context of its release in the late 20th century."

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PINK FLOYD - The Wall (France) 12" Vinyl LP
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Harvest 2C-168 63 410  , 1979 , France

Pink Floyd's 1979 French release, "The Wall," a 12" Vinyl 2LP, epitomizes musical innovation and storytelling. With a gatefold cover showcasing intricate artwork and photos, the album's production by David Gilmour, Bob Ezrin, and Roger Waters blends rock, progressive, and conceptual elements. The Harvest label choice and cataloging (Harvest 2C-168 63 410) reflect a commitment to unconventional music. Complete lyrics and inner sleeves deepen the listener's experience, making "The Wall" a timeless cultural and musical masterpiece.

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PINK FLOYD - The Wall (Germany) 12" Vinyl LP
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EMI-Harvest 1C 198-63410/11 , 1979 , Germany

Pink Floyd's iconic album, "The Wall," released as a 2LP 12" Vinyl Album in Germany, stands as a musical masterpiece. Launched during a transformative period, its 1979 release resonated with societal shifts. The album's thematic exploration of isolation and societal barriers mirrored the zeitgeist. The German edition, distinguished by band name and album title on the front cover, adds a unique touch to this timeless work of art.

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PINK FLOYD - The Wall (Gt Britain) 12" Vinyl LP
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EMI SHDW 411 / SHSP 411 , 1979 , Gt Britain

Pink Floyd's "The Wall" 12" Vinyl, released in 1979 (EMI SHDW 411), is a sonic and visual masterpiece. The gatefold cover design, original inner sleeves, and black and white label colors encapsulate the European design aesthetic of the time. Produced by David Gilmour, Bob Ezrin, and Roger Waters, the album mirrors the socio-political landscape of 1979. Its enduring legacy solidifies it as a cultural touchstone in music history.

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PINK FLOYD - The Wall (Italy) 12" Vinyl LP
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Harvest 3C 164.63410 , 1979 , Italy

Pink Floyd's 1979 double LP "The Wall," released in Italy under Harvest, epitomizes English progressive rock's zenith. Produced by Gilmour, Ezrin, and Waters, the gatefold cover enhances its visual appeal. A cultural timestamp, the album's complex narrative explores isolation and war, leaving an indelible mark on the genre. Its enduring global resonance attests to its timeless significance in the musical landscape.

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PINK FLOYD - The Wall (Netherlands) 12" Vinyl LP
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Harvest – 1A 158-63410 , 1979 , Netherlands

Pink Floyd's iconic 'The Wall' 12" Vinyl LP, Netherlands Release, stands as a musical masterpiece. Released under the collaborative prowess of producers David Gilmour, Bob Ezrin, Roger Waters, and James Guthrie, the album seamlessly blends progressive rock with conceptual brilliance. The intricate sound engineering by a team led by James Guthrie and the captivating album cover design by Gerald Scarfe and Roger Waters further elevate this timeless work of art.

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PINK FLOYD - The Wall (Switzerland) 12" Vinyl LP
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Pink Floyd's "The Wall" 12" Vinyl 2LP, released in Switzerland during the late 1970s, encapsulates a pivotal era. Its gatefold cover, designed by Gerald Scarfe, visually complements the album's socio-political commentary. Original inner sleeves with lyrics deepen the listener's connection. The production format enhances the sonic experience, making it a cherished artifact in Swiss musical history, symbolizing the fusion of artistic depth and cultural resonance.

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