Monthly Archive: February 2019
Storm Thorgerson (1944-2013) was an English graphic designer and the co-founder of the design company, Hipgnosis. He was born in England and grew up in a family of artists and musicians. Thorgerson attended the same school as Pink Floyd members and this led to a life-long collaboration with the band on many of their album covers and promotional materials. Hipgnosis was founded in 1968 and quickly established itself as one of the leading graphic design firms in the music industry. Thorgerson and his team created some of the most iconic album covers of all time, including Pink Floyd’s “Dark Side of the Moon”, Led Zeppelin’s “Houses of the Holy”, and 10cc’s “Deceptive Bends”. Thorgerson was known for his imaginative and often surreal style, and his designs often incorporated unusual imagery, such as giant eggs, flying pig balloons, and abstract images. He was also a pioneer in the use of photography...
Snowy White is an English guitarist and singer who was born on March 3, 1948, in Devon, England. He is best known for his work as a session musician and guitarist with a number of prominent rock and blues musicians. White first began playing guitar in the 1960s, and quickly established himself as a talented and versatile musician. He went on to perform and record with a number of influential blues and rock artists, including Peter Green, Gary Moore, and Pink Floyd. In 1982, White released his first solo album, “Snowy White”, which showcased his musical skills and songwriting abilities. The album was well received by audiences and critics, and established him as a solo artist in his own right. Over the years, White has continued to tour and record music, and has been involved in a number of musical projects and collaborations. He is widely regarded as one of...
Dave Kilminster is an English guitarist, singer, and songwriter. He was born on May 30, 1966 in London, England. Kilminster is best known for his work as a touring guitarist with the progressive rock band sensation Roger Waters. Kilminster started playing guitar at a young age and was influenced by a range of musical genres, including rock, blues, and classical music. He played in several local bands before starting his career as a session musician and touring guitarist. In the 1990s, Kilminster was recruited by Roger Waters as a touring guitarist and backing vocalist. He played on several tours and became an integral part of the live performances, contributing his musical skills and producing new arrangements of classic Pink Floyd tracks. Kilminster has also worked with a number of other musicians and bands, including Roger Waters, Kevin Ayers, and The Who. He has recorded on numerous albums and has been...
Guy Pratt is an English bassist, guitarist, and singer. He was born on January 3, 1962 in London, England. Pratt is best known for his work as a session musician and touring member of the rock band Pink Floyd. Pratt started playing bass at a young age and was influenced by a range of artists, including Led Zeppelin, The Who, and Jack Bruce. He played in several local bands before starting his career as a session musician. In the 1980s, Pratt was recruited by Pink Floyd as a touring bassist and guitarist. He played on several tours and became an integral part of the live performances, contributing his musical skills and producing new arrangements of classic Pink Floyd tracks. Pratt has also worked with a number of other musicians and bands, including Michael Jackson, Roger Waters, and Madonna. He has recorded on numerous albums and has been involved in the...
Jonathan Carin, better known as Jon Carin, is an American musician, producer, and composer. He was born on October 21, 1964 in New York City, New York. Carin is best known for his work as a keyboardist and guitarist for the rock band Pink Floyd. Carin started playing music at a young age and was influenced by a range of artists, including The Beatles, The Who, and Led Zeppelin. He studied music at the Berklee College of Music in Boston and later moved to Los Angeles to pursue his career in the music industry. In 1986, Carin joined Pink Floyd as a touring member, playing keyboard and guitar on the “A Momentary Lapse of Reason” tour. He continued to tour with the band for several years and became an integral part of the live performances, contributing his musical skills and producing new arrangements of classic Pink Floyd tracks. Carin has...
